A WEEKEND MUST-HAVE-LET’S GO!
Need reasons why to go to the local farmers market this weekend? Take a look!
Mama Earth Farm
Ben and Mary Woods, Proprietors 6267 Candy Lane Somerset, CA 95684 Who is Tending Mother Earth … If it isn’t the next generation? “Nothing is more rewarding or more practical than taking care of what gives you life.” On this premise, in 2008, Ben and Mary started farming […]
Whole Grain Breakfast
A whole grain, wholly delicious breakfast!
A Farmers Guild for El Dorado Co.
Keven Nowell from 24 Carrot Farm, Placerville, addresses local farmers interested in establishing a Farmers Guild — an agricultural community founded by farmers for farmers. http://www.farmersguild.org. Currently a State-wide community based organization, there are currently 10 Guilds across northern California, connected through events, online social media and by […]
YOUR TURN TO HELP END FOOD WASTE
CHEFS, FARMERS ARE CUTTING DOWN ON FOOD WASTE…..IT’S YOUR TURN! Restaurateurs are among the most cost conscious about lost revenue due to food waste. Chef Patrick Mulvaney at Mulvaney’s B&L restaurant in midtown Sacramento, in a recent interview with Sacramento Bee’s Cathie Anderson, referred to research being done, […]
From One Foodie to Another
“We love your recipes,” I’ve heard. But I don’t know which ones, in particular, or why they would appeal to you. What this blogger needs is info…….I’m a journalist at heart always on the lookout for who, what, when, where and why, so bear with me. I’ve […]
Organic Braised Greens
Organic BRAISED GREENS with Organic Beans, Whole Grains and Uncured Sausage, Serves 4-6 There’s nothing like an unexpected blustery evening with this warming mix of healthy foods. Braising greens brought home from the farmers market cook right up into a hearty taste treat for dinner! Read more….below. Ingredients 5-6 cloves […]
Greens…for Goodness Sake!
With the advent of Spring, Farmers Markets, CSA* deliveries, and a plethora of organics in the markets, let’s take a closer look at these superfoods and how to use them and why. The “how” might include what to do with them once purchased, and the “where” prefers organic, please. There is […]
Full Moon Farm
FULL MOON FARM Greg Henry, Stephanie Lewis 3580 Big Cut Rd. Placerville, CA 95667 Visit Full Moon Farm on Facebook A country road takes you up hills and curves to a 32-acre farm nestled in a forest setting that feels far and away from the city just a mile […]
Fausel Ranch
FAUSEL RANCH 4881 Hanks Exchange Rd. Placerville, CA 95667 Proprietors: David and Deanna Fausel The Fausel Ranch is listed in California’s Agricultural Heritage Club and received special recognition in 2010 with a plaque in their honor. The ranch’s first year of operation is listed as 1877, but the Fausels were […]
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