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An Easy Recipe For Spice Cake With Stone Fruit

This spice cake is a sight to behold – golden brown and studded with juicy bits of fresh California cherries and apricots. The batter, enriched with a luscious fresh apricot puree, gives each bite...

An Epic Pickle Platter: The Best Pickles You’ve Ever Tasted

If you're a fan of bold flavors and satisfying crunch, you're in for a treat. Creating an epic pickle platter is a fantastic way to showcase a variety of pickled fruits and vegetables, all sourced...

Pistachio Lemon Strawberry Pound Cake Recipe

You need this Strawberry Pound Cake recipe in your life. We understand if you’ve always stuck to classic Vanilla Pound Cake because it’s so delicious in its simplicity. But here, traditional...

How to Make Tanghulu, Candied Fruit Skewers

If you spend any time at all on social media, you’ve no doubt seen people clacking together skewers of fruit that are covered in what looks like glass... it’s tanghulu! And the fruit...

The Best California Garlic Butter Recipe (Spicy Option)

Prepare to meet your new kitchen hero: a luxurious blend of creamy Real California unsalted butter, fresh California garlic, and an optional fiery hint of Fresno chile peppers. This garlic butter...

An Easy Warm Salad to Make: California Grape & Pancetta Salad

Our Warm California Grape & Pancetta Salad with Walnuts is a flavor and texture bomb you didn't know you needed! Some crisp butter lettuce and juicy strawberries mix with warm and savory crisp...

Pickling Cantaloupe Made Easy – A Simple DIY For Summer

Pickling: it's not just for cucumbers anymore! Let’s dive into the delicious world of pickling with our Sparkling Rosé-Pickled Cantaloupe. Perfect for summer, this easy DIY project will add a...

The Best Bruschetta Stuffed Artichoke Recipe For Entertaining

Artichokes are a true California treasure, and if you've never tried them stuffed and grilled, you're in for a delightful treat! Our Bruschetta Stuffed Artichoke recipe brings together the lush,...

How To Make The Best Spinach And Baby Artichoke Bread Pudding Recipe

Embrace the flavors of California with this delightful spin on a classic bread pudding, starring spinach and freshly harvested baby artichokes right from the Golden State. The Art of...

The Best Mixed Berry Fruit Salad Recipe For Summer

Nothing says summer like a refreshing fruit salad, especially when it includes with the freshest, juiciest ingredients straight from California's farms. This delightful Mixed Berry Fruit Salad...

How To Make Blueberry Compote Two Ways

Blueberry compote is a versatile sauce that is made by simmering juicy blueberries with sweetener and a touch of flavoring. It's a California dream come true in every spoonful, bursting with...

Summer’s Sweetest Melon: Must Try Cantaloupe Recipes

California cantaloupes are a summertime delight, prized for their juicy sweetness and versatility. From drinks to desserts and everything in between, here are some must-try cantaloupe recipes that...

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