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A Sensational Red Wine-Laced Recipe For Figgy Pudding

Our recipe for figgy pudding is a real showstopper! From the devishly easy to make batter that has a medley of dried California figs, prunes, and dates. To its trifecta of dessert flavor...

Cooking with Red Wine: How to Make Red Wine Pasta

If you aren't already cooking with red wine, let this method of cooking dried pasta in red wine be the reason that you start! Rich and luscious yet incredibly simple; this recipe has all the...

A Fruit Salad Recipe Revamp; Easy Ambrosia Salad

Are you a fruit salad fan? Fruit salad isn't just for kids it can be a delicious treat for adults too when served as an appetizer or for dessert. Today, we are giving the classic Ambrosia Salad, a...

The Best Recipe for Pear Crisp with Pistachio

We know a thing or two about fruit crisps around here and we happen to think that our version is the best! Our easy recipe for Pear Crisp combines perfectly ripened Bosc pears with California olive...

An Easy Artichoke Recipe: Lemon-Laced Artichoke Cupcakes

I bet you weren't necessarily thinking about dessert when you searched for artichoke recipes in the past. But jarred artichoke hearts packed in water, or frozen artichokes, are the perfect,...

A Simple Lemon Cocktail To Celebrate The Golden State

This sensational lemon cocktail is as bright and effervescent as the ocean views you’ll see driving down California SR75 to sunny San Diego. If you are a fan of a classic French 75 you will love...

How to “Style” California Sauvignon Blanc, the LBD of Grapes

Curious about what to pair with California Sauvignon Blanc? We asked our friend Amanda McCrossin, of SommVivant to share a bit more about this classic California wine. From Amanda... ...

A Simple Recipe for Snow Cone Syrup with Moscato

September is California Wine Month, and what better way to celebrate than with snow cones? This easy recipe for snow cone syrup will transform shaved ice into a delicious treat. All you need is ice,...

Baking With Apples; Recipes That You Need To Try Now!

Fall is upon us and with that apple season is in full swing! If you love California apples as much as we do then you will definitely find yourself inspired to try the baking with apples recipes we...

The Best Baked Apple With Cinnamon Recipe

There aren't many flavor combinations more comforting than baked apple with cinnamon. This recipe is soul-satisfying and delicious, all while being easy to make too! What ingredients...

The Best Mushroom Steak You Will Ever Make!

This Lion's Mane Mushroom Steak is the vegetarian equivalent of a juicy Filet Mignon. Meticulously seasoned and cooked to perfection, this recipe for mushroom steak requires a steak knife and a...

An Easy Summer-Inspired Play on Cobb Salad; Strawberry Salad With Chicken

Did you know that the Cobb salad was invented in California? It's true! The Golden State has inspired all sorts of delicious food trends over the years, but the Cobb Salad is one that has reached...

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