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Watermelon Salt, An Epic Summer Adventure For Your Tastebuds + Melon Bar How to!

Sure we've all heard of Harry Styles' song "Watermelon Sugar" by now, but have you ever experienced the flavor sensation that is watermelon salt? Melon season is in full force in the Golden State,...

Black Plum Cake

Umm... WOW! This smooth and flavorful cake is gorgeous and simple to make. The plums bake into the spice batter, causing the fruit to basically melt like butter. This method allows the texture to...

Grilled Zucchini, Corn and Peach Quinoa Salad

Aw, man.... this salad is soooooo good! Chock full of all things fresh!   Delicious corn, sweet peaches, nutritious zucchini and creamy avocados. All grilled to impart a smoky, summertime...

California Street Corn

It's fresh corn season in California! Can I get a woot woot?!   We buy corn by the truckload at our house and will have it for dinner at least three times a week. We started preparing it...

Fresh Fig and Beef Kabobs

These delicious fresh Fig and Beef Kabobs are amazingly delicious and simple to pull together. Everyone will love this easy recipe. You guys!   This combination of flavors is...

Peach Burrata Crostini

This dish is such a refreshing appetizer to serve your family and friends this summer. Hubby and I have even eaten it as our main course for dinner!   Fresh California peaches and sweet...

Preserved Lemon Hummus

  Remember a few weeks ago when we made Preserved Lemons?   It was quite fun.... and satisfying! They've been brewing in my refrigerator ever since and I couldn't wait to make...

Cherry Clafoutis

This simple recipe for Cherry Clafoutis will wow guests with a delicious dessert - and you'll be surprised at how easy it is! The hardest part is pitting the fresh California cherries....

An Easy Fresh Blueberry Galette Recipe

This Fresh Blueberry Galette recipe makes the most delicious dessert - loaded with blueberry flavor and stunning color, this will become one of your go-to spring & summer desserts! The berries...

Strawberry Lime Agua Fresca

Just in time for Cinco De Mayo!   Agua Fresca is Spanish for Fresh Water and nothing is more refreshing than strawberries and lime mixed together. It's the perfect combination of sweet and...

Avocado Fries

These crunchy + delicious baked Avocado Fries take snacktime, mealtime or even happy hour to the tastiest level! Make the most of California avocado season by baking up a batch of these. YOU...

Asparagus, Brie & Ham Panini

Asparagus season is short in California, so make this Asparagus Brie & Ham Panini as many times as you can while you can get fresh, tasty asparagus! Nothing screams Spring more to me than...

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