Do you love honey? I mean really love honey? Then you're going to be happy to learn about Kingsburg Honey, which is located in Reedley and is operated by Daren and Yuliya Hess. I had the pleasure of meeting Daren last week and learning all about their honey operation. Daren and his wife have been producing honey since 2008, but honey is a long-time family business. Yuliya's father taught Daren … [Read more...]
How to Make Lemon Drop Martinis with Locally Made Corbin Vodka
Today, I want to share a couple of local ingredients that make the perfect combo. The first is Meyer lemons. Lemons are everywhere right now. There's probably a free bag by the water cooler at your work—seriously we all have bags and bags. Last week, we were out at my mother-in-law's house and picked about 60 pounds of lemons... ahhh! The other is Corbin Vodka, locally grown in Atwater, CA, … [Read more...]
Eat Local – The Schoolhouse Restaurant
The Schoolhouse Restaurant Are you looking for a place to do some celebrating? Whether it's to ring in the New Year or to celebrate a milestone how about swinging by the Schoolhouse Restaurant in Sanger? If you haven't been to the Schoolhouse Restaurant, it's located in Sanger at the corner of Kings Canyon Rd. & S. Frankwood Ave. Open Wednesday thru Sunday, they are having a special … [Read more...]
Eat Local: Ark Mediterranean Grill
Ark Mediterranean Grill Today I'd like to share another local eating establishment in Northeast Fresno. Ark Mediterranean Grill is located right next to Yosemite Ranch at Champlain & Cedar. They've been open for about a year and half so why we hadn't been there before? No idea! Here's a bit of what they offer - a fabulous selection of Kabobs and Platters … [Read more...]
Eat Local: Papi’s Mex Grill
Papi's Mex Grill Rather than share a recipe this week, I wanted to share a local restaurant that we often eat at I thought you'd really enjoy! Papi's Mex Grill. Best known for their tacos & fajitas (we love them both!) they have great salsa and fun casual atmosphere. Last weekend when we stopped by it was about 11 am, just in time for an early lunch - we asked for some … [Read more...]
Cook Local – Cream of Broccoli Soup
Cream of Broccoli Soup Before I share this week's recipe I wanted to share with you the inspiration for this post. Today I visited the Kaiser Farmer's Market. I think many people think it's fall, nearly winter - there's nothing at the market, but that's wrong! Just look at the amazing produce still available; beautiful cauliflower, tomatoes both red & … [Read more...]
Sweet Potato Waffles – Cook Local
Yummy Sweet Potato Waffles! Have you cleaned up all of your Thanksgiving leftovers yet? Sometimes the hardest thing to do is to keep eating the same thing day after day. I love to repurpose leftovers. Since we just enjoyed a great Thanksgiving dinner, I'm thinking you may have leftover sweet potatoes in the refrigerator also! If so, I have the meal for you. … [Read more...]
Cook Local – Candied Sweet Potatoes
Cook Local - Candied Sweet Potatoes Thinking ahead for Thanksgiving today - I mean it is only two weeks away! Candied Sweet Potatoes are a MUST for Thanksgiving and Christmas in our home! And because sweet potatoes are in the farmers markets now they are a delicious addition to your holiday table too. Since they only take four ingredients - super easy and very delicious! The last three years … [Read more...]
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