California honey is produced naturally by honey bees in one of the most important symbiotic partnerships in nature. Many plants rely on honey bees for pollination and honey bees depend on pollen as...

Sun-drenched dates from California are known for their natural sweetness and today they are trending as a natural sweetener with benefits, but are dates healthy?  Dates have delighted and...

Originally cultivated in ancient Rome and Egypt, cantaloupes are often referred to as the “nectar of the gods.” Slice open a perfectly vine-ripened California Cantaloupe and it’s easy to...

When it comes to the nutritional benefits of walnuts, there’s a lot to love. A substantial body of research backs the benefits of California Walnuts for the heart, brain, and gut, and in...

What’s the story behind the health benefits of prunes? To do this topic justice, we have to go all the way back to the 1800s, when California was better known for gold than for...

Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) is really having a moment, but is olive oil healthy for you? While EVOO is definitely a vibe, it’s not just a fad. The health benefits of olive oil have been...

Let’s rip the Band-Aid off right away: the question is, can you fry in olive oil? The answer is yes, you absolutely can! Despite what you may have heard from a well-meaning friend, a random...

Ah, the small, but mighty California Ripe Olive! Prized by chefs for their consistent buttery texture and complementary flavor profile, and equally loved by kids (and their parents) for bringing the...

There’s something almost meditative about brewing a pot of tea — the slow boil, the quiet aroma, the first sip that reminds you to pause. This year, trade your usual mug for something a little...

“Prunes are nature’s candy.”That’s how Allison Taylor, one of the three sisters behind Le Prunier, the Santa Monica-based skincare brand powered by California Prunes, describes the fruit...

Ever wondered about the nutritional benefits of figs? Fresh and dried figs are full of nutrition and health benefits. Most notably, and not surprisingly, figs are a good source of fiber. Eating the...

While hiking recently, I was stopped by a young couple inquiring about the snack I was enjoying. “They’re California Raisins,” I replied excitedly. They both smiled as the woman said, “We...