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Meet Javier Zamora, Owner of JSM Organic Farms in Royal Oaks, California. As a second-generation farmer, he grew up helping his dad farm in Mexico and cultivated his own piece of land in...
This Easy Caprese Tomato Tart calls for just a few ingredients and comes together simply with store-bought puff pastry. It's a simple meal or appetizer that everyone will love, full of fresh garden...
Meet Mai Nguyen, Founder and Owner of Farmer Mai in Upper Lake, California. After studying climate research in college, she got tired of documenting the ways we’re harming the planet and...
These tasty Dessert Tacos are loaded with whipped cream filling, California nectarines and blueberries, all in an easy-to-make crepe shell! It's Taco Tuesday! And we are creating a whole...
Meet Jesus Romero, Production Manager for J&E Farms in Oxnard, California. As a second generation farmer, he’s working hard to follow in his father’s footsteps and continue with his...
Looking for a fun and unique option to beautify your party tables this season? I've got a dazzling idea that is not only gorgeous, but surprisingly easy on the wallet. This summer, I hosted a...
Meet Kurt Richter, Vice President and Farm Manager for Richter AG in Northern California. As a fourth generation farmer, he’s proud of his family’s commitment to environmental...
When creamy butter made with Real California Milk meets California grown edible flowers, the results are beautiful and delicious! Make this Flower Butter Board to wow brunch guests or just to...
Meet Scott Johnsen, Winegrower for Frei Brothers Sonoma Reserve in Dry Creek Valley in Healdsburg, CA. As the son of a NASA scientist and a teacher, he was raised to respect the importance of...
IT'S CHERRY SEASON!! The cherries this year are out-of-this-world good, so plump, sweet and plentiful! I spied a huge bag of cherries at the store last week and my heart went...
Meet Jeff Dolan, Field Operations Manager of DiMare Fresh in Indio, CA. As a third-generation farmer who started working when he was 12 years old, he knows what it takes to manage a great farm...
Roasting an artichoke is one of the easiest and most delicious ways to prepare it. These tasty thistles get a bad wrap for being intimidating to cook, but let me assure you this method is easy....