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Inspired by Farmers, Flavor & Fun

By Amy Myrdal Miller, MS, RDN, FANDCA GROWN Retail Nutrition & Foodservice Partnership Specialist Influenced by agriculture - My life has been profoundly influenced by early experiences...

Quick and Easy Garlic Butter Sauce

This super simple Garlic Butter Sauce from California Grown Creator Kate Ramos will transform everything from pasta to vegetables into a drool-worthy dish. Made with vibrant California-grown garlic,...

Roasted Cherry Semifreddo by Bronwen Wyatt of Bayou Saint Cake

This Roasted Cherry Semifreddo from our friend Bronwen Wyatt is the perfect dessert to make when it's too hot to cook. This creamy frozen dessert is topped with luscious roasted cherries which are...

8 Epic Locations for a California Adventure Photo Session

Photographer Alycia Moreno shares some of her favorite destinations for a California adventure photo session. If you're looking for a unique and unforgettable way to capture a special moment in...

Roasted Grape and Grilled Chicken Flatbread Pizza from Alycia Moreno

Alycia Moreno’s sweet and savory flatbread pizza is our go-to summer vibe. Especially when paired with a California rosé. From Alycia: Where are grapes grown in California? Did you...

Celebration of California Garlic: Spicy Garlicky Clams Recipe by Spencer Huey

This Spicy Garlicky Clams recipe from Spencer Huey makes the most of California grown garlic, and uses lemon, olive oil and wine to make an incredible sauce - plus garlic toast! Be sure to...

The Best Celery Slaw – A Delicious Celery Salad Recipe from Alison Needham

This delicious celery slaw is an easy celery salad recipe that is packed full of bright flavors and lots of crunch. Earthy celery is paired with tart apples, toasted almonds and pistachios, funky...

California Green Garlic: Le Grand Aioli Recipe by Spencer Huey

This deliciously simple aioli recipe makes the most of fresh green garlic, and is paired with fresh in season vegetables. The recipe comes from Spencer Huey of Spencer Cooks, who is a cook at Chez...

Jaíne Mackievicz’s Pilaf Recipe with Dried Fruit and Nuts

Your new favorite pilaf recipe - courtesy of the inspiring Jaíne Mackievicz. We met Jaíne Mackievicz at the 2022 Taste of Santa Barbara. We instantly fell in love with her sunny disposition and...

Cucumber Salad with Raisins and Yogurt from Jaíne Mackievicz

Jaíne Mackievicz's Cucumber Salad with Raisins and Yogurt is the perfect summer side, sandwich filling, or dip! You'll love this refreshing recipe. We first met Jaíne at the 2022...

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