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When Are Apples in Season?

September 10, 2021

The crunchy juiciness of a ripe, fragrant apple is one of the best things about the fall harvest. The taste reminds me of apple picking with my family on a cold drizzly day, holiday pies with that ...

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When Are Pears In Season?

September 3, 2021

We have a few precious weeks left in peach season and then what are we to do? I’m just not ready to see summer go… The only thing bringing me solace is watching the first of the Warren and Hosui pe...

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How To Freeze Peaches

September 2, 2021

In late September, our peach season will sadly come to an end. But their delicious flavors need not disappear! There’s still time to save some of summer's magic for our later enjoyment. Chef Mario ...

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Conserving the Taste of Summer in the Farm Kitchen

August 30, 2021

The orchard is brimming with fruit right now and our kitchen is in high gear preserving the harvest. As part of our commitment to sustainability, we work diligently to avoid wasting fruit in many w...

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How to Grill Peaches (On the Stovetop)

August 25, 2021

There’s nothing quite like the sweet, warm goodness of a grilled peach. No need to add sugar or even any toppings. Amazing on its own and with both savory and sweet accompaniments, there really is ...

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Health Benefits of Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil

August 19, 2021

Terroir is the special quality and taste that food has because of where it was grown. “Farmers the world over know this about their soil,” says Farmer Al. “It’s always going to give special charact...

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McEvoy Ranch: What Sustainability Means for Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil

August 16, 2021

Picture 500+ acres of natural habitat in the near coastal region of Petaluma, California. Rolling hills (both green and golden), olive trees, vineyards… It’s a color scheme that recalls the Mediter...

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How we Make our Handmade Ice Cream Sandwiches

August 11, 2021

It began one evening four or five years ago at one of our farm dinners celebrating the olive harvest. Chef Becky and Farmer Al served pear caramel ice cream on soft ginger cookies among the trees, ...

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