Folsom Forefather Commemorated via Sister City Tour to Italy

SISTER CITY TOUR TO ITALY COMMEMORATES   Giuseppe (Joe) Murer Seats still available — sign up today This annual tour to Italy, sponsored by Historical Murer House in Folsom, will take place from April 9-19 2018. The group of 20 “ambassadors” for Folsom will meet the citizens of Crespano del Grappa, near Venice in northern Italy.  … Continue reading Folsom Forefather Commemorated via Sister City Tour to Italy

9 Garden Results That Taught Me a Lesson in Winter

                                                                                                             … Continue reading 9 Garden Results That Taught Me a Lesson in Winter

GOLD COUNTRY NUGGETS HIDDEN IN PEACEFUL PLACERVILLE

 Annual Historic Highway 50 Wagon Train from Nevada arrives in Placerville, CA    California may be known for its gold discovery, but the real deal are in the nooks and crannies in and around Main Street USA. Placerville, in the foothills of the Sierra, is one such town where “Destination” speaks loud and clear. In… Continue reading GOLD COUNTRY NUGGETS HIDDEN IN PEACEFUL PLACERVILLE

THE APPLE HILL™ STORY

    Consult the directories listed in The Gold Nuggets of El Dorado County in this blog for maps, open hours, days, and contact information for over 64 certified producers, 22 of them registered organic. Agriculture in El Dorado County grew after the gold rush. There were about 16 ranchers, mostly pear orchards. In 1958,… Continue reading THE APPLE HILL™ STORY

Buon Natale say the Gondoliers

My travel planner (Norma at ItalyEasy.com) sent this. I guess it reminds us of the spirit of the the people in Italy who take up an oar and pronounce the spirit of the season. The gondoliers are no exception. A strong community spirit rows through Venice among the gondoliers, understandably with the rich history behind… Continue reading Buon Natale say the Gondoliers

2 Days in the Napa Valley

In addition to the Kitchens in the Vineyard Tour, we could not go to Napa and miss other favorite haunts. OAKVILLE GROCERY – founded in 1881 On Hwy. 29 traversing Napa, Yountville, St. Helena sites and stops, this oldest continually operating grocery store in California is a destination for locals and visitors alike. Open every… Continue reading 2 Days in the Napa Valley

Whole Grain Berry Good “Rice” Pudding


Here’s another way to get your whole grains. Delicious in the morning or during any part of your day. This one is made with a whole grain medley from Bob’s Red Mill called “Grains of Discovery.” Whole Grain Berry Good “Rice” Pudding
 Serves 4-6 1 cup Whole Grain Medley* (Bob’s Red Mill “Grains of Discovery”)… Continue reading Whole Grain Berry Good “Rice” Pudding


Green Chef Press Newsletter: April 2016

  Greetings from Placerville, California and welcome to the Green Chef Press newsletter! This month, Green Chef Press launched its new blog on WordPress. I am excited to share my passion for farm-to-table cuisine, health, nutrition, wellness, and recipes that will get you cooking in your kitchen. I look forward to meeting you and welcome any of your… Continue reading Green Chef Press Newsletter: April 2016

One More Time with Asparagus

From “TRAVEL TIPS from SeeCalifornia.com” comes this Festival Feature in Fresno, April 15-17: San Joaquin County grows the most asparagus of any place in the U.S. Top 3 California Asparagus Counties: San Joaquin 42.2% | Fresno 28.6%  | Monterey 27.4% Asparagus is planted in the ground three years before it can be harvested for the full season;… Continue reading One More Time with Asparagus