Fall brings out some of the best in what California has to offer.  Apples, Pomegranates, Persimmons, just to name a few! This family-friendly drink is super simple to make and very...

Now that Halloween is over and my house is chock-full of candy, I set out to use up some of the surplus in these Witch's Brew Brownies. We think it's the best leftover Halloween candy...

Garlic ice cream may seem like a weird flavor combination, but it is actually so delicious it's famous! Garlic ice cream has a nice, sweet flavor but with just a hint of garlic. Roasting the garlic...

The California wine, gooey melted cheese, and chopped cilantro make this recipe for sauteed mushrooms a bright, earthy delight that is perfect served as an appetizer or a side dish. At our house,...

Have you jumped on the Cauliflower craze yet?   We try to eat low carb as much as possible... although I do have to admit we fail occasionally... it's always epic. But cauliflower makes...

These Sweetpotato Noodles are tossed in a fabulously quick, easy + flavorful sauce Thai-style Peanut Sauce that everyone will love! YOU GUYS! This Sweetpotato Noodle dish is AMAZING! It's...

This easy InstaPot Applesauce recipe uses fresh California Gala apples and is so simple to pull together. You'll love it! Oh my gosh you guys, this was so easy to make! And the apples?...

This homemade Pistachio Ice Cream recipe from Susan the CA GROWN Mom is truly delicious. Whip up a batch in your kitchen soon! Pistachio Ice Cream is my absolute FAVORITE treat. I've tasted...

This Heirloom Tomato Gazpacho makes the best of our summer garden bounty of tomatoes! It's served with creamy California avocados and a swirl of crema. Summer is coming to a close and I'm...

Fall is the perfect time for warm, cozy baked breakfast treats, and our Pumpkin Pecan Scones are the perfect example. Made with pumpkin puree and a blend of spices including cloves, cinnamon, and...

  My kiddos have been hooked on smoothies this summer.  And I am the queen at perfecting them!  I love it because it's a sure fire way to get a ton of fruits into their growing...

I am a self-proclaimed Bourbon Drink Connoisseur!  As long as Connoisseur qualifies as just fancy talk for "I order it whenever I can."   I've studied all the bar menus and signature...