In this olive oil cake from our friend Bronwen Wyatt, a layer of tender, flavorful pistachio cake is topped with a bright, rich layer of apricot butter and finished with the most addictive pistachio...

Let's talk bacon-wrapped dates, an easy delicious appetizer by Aida Mollenkamp where California dates take the spotlight. From Aida: This sweet, savory bite is a major crowd-pleaser thanks...

    Salsa verde has a deep smoky flavor from the roasted veg and heat from serrano chiles, balanced by the bright zesty tomatillos. This traditional salsa pairs up well with chips,...

It's hard to top traditional Gazpacho recipes - but adding bacon and avocado is never a bad idea. Inspired by Chef Reed Herrick, this recipe only gets better the deeper into tomato season you make...

Celebrate seasonal produce with this Spring Bean Salad from our friend Illyanna Maisonet. The combination of pinto beans, asparagus and cucumber is unexpected but incredibly...

Our friend Illyanna Maisonet puts her signature Puerto-Rican spin on the traditional baked beans recipe. What makes it Puerto Rican? Sofrito - a mix of onion, garlic, bell pepper, cilantro and...

Add a vibrant and nutritional punch to your pesto by adding broccoli with this Broccoli Pesto recipe by Jessica of Big Delicious Life. Lightly steamed broccoli florets are whizzed together with...

What's the secret ingredient in our Green Garden Bloody Marys? California Avocados! They add the perfect touch of creaminess, taming the subtle spiciness of this cocktail. Bloody Marys rose to...

At California Grown, we are passionate about promoting the exceptional produce that is grown right here in the Golden State. From juicy peaches to crisp apples, there is no shortage of delicious,...

It's time to start using avocado in desserts. Guac is great...but have you tried avocado ice cream? It's avocado season here in California! We love a good guac as much as the next guy but lately,...

Introducing a truly delectable dessert, where the classic British Eton Mess meets the sun-kissed California strawberry! Creating a mouthwatering California-grown Strawberry Eton Mess at home is...

Trust us, you'll be craving Peach Ricotta Toast all summer long. Consider this recipe a rough guideline for making a decadent, seasonal toast that pairs ripe fruit with creamy ricotta. Slicing...