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Melon Tajin Paletas – Daniela Gerson, Waves in the Kitchen

These refreshing and very easy-to-make Melon and Tajin Paletas by our friend Daniela Gerson of Waves in the Kitchen are studded with coconut chunks and topped with a hint of spice! From...

Our Top Tips on How to Make a Corsage and Boutonniere

It's easy to make your own corsage and boutonniere for proms, weddings, and other special events. Expert floral designer and California Grown Creator, Rochelle Wall, shares her top tips on how...

Learn How to Press Flowers

Pressing flowers is an easy way to preserve their beauty so you can enjoy them for a long time to come. Expert floral designer and California Grown Creator, Rochelle Wall, shares how to press...

Sweet Potato Crisps – Teri Turner of No Crumbs Left

These sweet + salty Sweet Potato Crisps by Teri Turner of No Crumbs Left are perfect for dipping in her Creamy Tomato Dressing, but they are equally delicious in a hearty salad. You can use either...

Blueberry Brie Walnut Toast – Becky Sue, of Baking The Goods

Fresh, bursting blueberries take center stage in this hearty and satisfying toast recipe by Becky Sue of Baking the Goods. Thick slabs of toasted sourdough are topped with brie and baked until the...

Avocado Sashimi from Michelle Tam of Nom Nom Paleo

Show of hands...who else can't wait to get their hands on Nom Nom Paleo: Let's Go!, the new cookbook from Michelle Tam of Nom Nom Paleo? Our friend Michelle is a master of crafting delicious...

Sticky Gingerbread Cake – Rachel Dunston of Rachel Makes It

This Sticky Gingerbread Cake by Rachel Dunston is a riff on Nigella Lawson's famous recipe. It's a delicious treat during the holidays with its warm spices and tender crumb. Bonus: it has less...

Lemon Garlic Butter Pasta with Olives – Jerry James Stone

This Lemon Garlic Butter Pasta with Olives is easy to make and easy to eat. You'll love the bright, zesty lemon paired with briny olives and a crunchy panko topping. This delicious recipe by...

Get to Know Sonoma County Produce

By Aida Mollenkamp, Salt & Wind Travel If you're here, then you've probably already learned a thing or two about all that's grown here in California.  You may know that the state...

Apple Cinnamon Cake – Rebecca of Displaced Housewife

We love this easy-to-throw-together Apple Cinnamon Cake from Rebecca of Displaced Housewife! The cake base uses just eight basic ingredients and one bowl to make! Loaded with fresh apples (no peel!)...

Apple Pistachio Crisp – Cheryl of Bakes by Brown Sugar

This Apple Pistachio Crisp by our friend Chery Norris from Bakes by Brown Sugar is everything you want in a fall dessert - sweet/tart California apples, warm spices, and and a buttery, crunchy...

Apple, Fig & Walnut Crisp – Becky of Baking the Goods

Seasonal crisp apples and decadent, honey-sweet figs bake together with cinnamon and ginger spiced sweetness under a textural crumble topping. Toasty walnuts combine with hearty oats, brown sugar...

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