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When it comes to foraging for food, eating weeds out of your backyard might seem a little weird, I get it. We’ve been taught that what’s sold in the grocery store is the best (and only) food for us. However, the food you find in the produce aisle in your favorite grocery store may lack…
I’m going to give all of you citrus lovers five ways to preserve your extra oranges and make use of every last bit of the whole fruit. From the skin to the pith to the pulp, I’ll give you some good ideas for what to make with each part and how to savor the sweet…
What if the key to a truly magical holiday season lies in the type of Christmas tree you choose? In recent years, there’s been a growing awareness of the environmental impact of Christmas tree farming, leading to a shift in consumer preferences towards locally grown and unsprayed options. In this blog post, we’re delving into…
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It took me a full year, over two persimmon seasons to create this recipe. Last year, I was so intent on making the most delicious, gluten free persimmon bread ever, and since persimmon season is so short, I kept running out of them. And so it goes with new recipes. But…good news! I’m happy to…
Also known as Shoemaker Farms, Ramona Fresh Fruits is a great place to buy a variety of unsprayed fruits from citrus to pomegranates, pineapple guava and figs. But the main attraction that not only gets families out into the beautiful orchard, hand-picking produce, but also offers a picture-perfect backdrop for fall photos is definitely… PERSIMMON…
You’re about to learn just how easy it is to make your own apple butter from fresh picked apples and all of the ways to use it in your favorite dishes and desserts. If you don’t have a backyard apple tree or a neighbor who does, store-bought apples will work too. But, if you’re looking…
Who says San Diego doesn’t have seasons? From the coastal coves to snow-capped mountain tops, every season provides a wealth of opportunities to get outside and enjoy an abundance of biodiversity. Here’s our seasonal list of spectacular sites, hikes and outdoor events. This is not an exhaustive list, yet, so if you have any seasonal…
I’m going to tell you exactly why I LOVE making homemade guava paste. Not only does it taste delicious, because the flavors are more concentrated from cooking down the fruit, but it makes an extremely versatile base and pairing for all kinds of other recipes and foods that I’ll list throughout this blog. Homemade guava…
There’s something really special about seeing those ripe guavas popping up in my local grocery store, farmer’s markets and backyards all across town. If you’re not familiar with this delicious fruit, guavas are a small to medium-sized, tropical fruit from South America that looks pretty boring on the outside, but explodes with a sweet, tart…