This Triple Melon Layer Cake is covered with fresh whipped cream and sliced almonds - it's a fabulous summer treat! Nothing says summer quite like fresh melon!   This trio of sweet...

Long gone are the days of a boring, mundane brunch!  Eggs and fruit have never been so happy to have such creative and interesting accompaniments, especially when we have an...

Last weekend I attended the highly anticipated annual Fig Fest at the Fresno State Campus in Fresno!  The Fig Fest is in its 12th successful year and every year gets bigger and better....

Since Summer can tend to be filled with s'mores and ice cream, I always have a strong desire to get my kids back on track with their healthy snacking once school gets back in session. These ideas...

This simple, recipe for roasted chicken legs in the oven, Marbella style will soon rise to the top of your favorites list! Despite its clever and unusual flavor combination, the end result is quite...

This Delicious Pear Martini recipe is loaded with fresh pear goodness! Your guests (and you!) will love this cocktail full of fall flavor. Yep, you read that right. A pear martini!...

This easy pear puree recipe makes the best of California Bartlett pears! Top yogurt, sweeten smoothies, in place of applesauce + more. This recipe is perfect for our Bartlett Pear Martini, or...

Summer is here and we all know what that means- BBQ! Nothing says delicious like juicy burgers and our friends at the California Dried Plum Board have created the perfect go-to burger recipe for you-...

This easy recipe for stuffed apricots requires just four ingredients and is loaded with flavor! Our fresh Apricot Blackberry Jewels are perfect for a party, a summer dessert al fresco, or just an...

A savory and simple twist for an appetizer or snack, these Roasted Garlic and Rosemary Almonds are made easily with California almonds, olive oil, herbs and sea salt. I love almonds!...

Not all grilled artichokes are created equal   I know, I know... incredibly philosophical stuff here. But, as I was savoring this particular artichoke at Cafe Cruz in the quaint town of...

If you've never branched out with figs, then you are definitely missing a scrumptious treat! Figs are a mild, earthy fruit full of nutrients and texture. The best recipes with figs are simple like...