We’re finally getting the last of the rainy season and the colder lows are hovering around the mid-40s, which means its finally time to start planting here in Southern California! Over the weekend, we put …
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How To Picture Guide: Starting Seeds Using Yogurt Cups
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Recipe: Sweet Potato and Carrot Fries
We were in a sweet potato mood at the Farmer’s Market last week, and we whipped up a big batch of sweet potato fries to munch on during our last Trivia night. We also had …
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Recipe: Creamy Parsley and Garlic Pesto
This recipe has been on repeat in my house over the last few weeks, as I’ve been chipping away at my giant bundle of fresh parsley that I received in my latest CSA box. It’s …
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New Job – Officially Becoming an Ice Cream Scientist!
My last day at Bolthouse Farms was last Friday, and this week I have started my new role as a food scientist at Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream working on the Haagen Dazs team. My first …
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Recipe: Escabeche (Lacto-Fermented Fermented Cauliflower)
Back in the early days when I first moved to California, my friend and coworker Patrick (our resident fermentation fan on the team) brought in a batch of escabeche for the group to try. Although …
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Recipe: Raspberry Orange Fruit Salad
This weekend was certainly an eventful one, as we got our first dose of our covid vaccines! We’re very lucky to both be in the earlier tiers to receive the vaccines here in California, as …
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Recipe: Coconut Lemon No-Bake Cheesecake with Coconut Granola
I whipped up these delightful little treats for us to enjoy over the weekend. I had a block of cream cheese sitting in my fridge for far too long, and was inspired to make a …
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Work from Home Lunch: Cilantro Lime Coleslaw
Last weekend as we perused the stalls of the Paso Robles Farmer’s Market during a little day trip, we spotted some gorgeous, giant purple cabbages that we could not resist. So, we picked one up …
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Recipe: Sweet Italian Seasoning
Readers of the blog, welcome to my latest seasoning obsession. This make-your-own blend combines some of my favorite flavors that results in a totally crave-able powder that you will want to sprinkle on foods with …
Claire Aucella 