Until this year, the opening of the Sebastopol Farmers Market on the first Sunday in April heralded the start of the season. Now that the market operates year round, spring comes more quietly to west county. On April 1, the Sebastopol market quietly expanded into the town plaza, [...]
In January. farmers are reading seed catalogs and planning their spring strategies. Many are farming, as well; we are blessed with year-round farmers markets with plenty of freshly-harvested produce. The Santa Rosa farmers market is our largest and it thrives in the winter. In addition to market regulars, heavy hitters [...]
The Occidental Bohemian Farmers Market has just two weeks left in its 2011 season.
Here are descriptions of items in a live auction taking place at "Cake Futures," on Thursday, June 2, at Soda Rock Winery.
We no longer have to rely on either mail order or the spice sections of supermarkets. There are three new local businesses devoted to spices.
Love chocolate? Love sparkling wine? Love great pinot noir? Stop by the Bubbles Party tonight at Cellars of Sonoma in Railroad Square and meet Dr. Charlyn Belluzo of Amorosa Bella. You'll be delightfully surprised.
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Have trouble remembering what’s in season when? Looking for a favorite recipe from the Seasonal Pantry or Pairing archives? Michele Anna Jordan, Press Democrat columnist, chef, teacher and author of almost 20 books, draws from 17 years of columns and articles for seasonal suggestions, recipes and menus and tips on exactly where to get the finest local foods at their peak moment. And, yes, she takes requests. Just name the dish or even a few of the ingredients and, like magic, you’ll find the recipe here in no time. Any questions related to ingredients, cooking, nutrition and eating are welcome.