If you’re a fan of fun food facts, perfect pairings, kitchen hacks and other tantalizing trivia, you’ll love our Daily Dish Blog! Read on for delicious topics like DIY projects, Foodie FAQs, new and seasonal products, Wines of the Month, Health Notes from Dr. Liz and more.
Founded in 1985, Saint John’s Program for Real Change works to help homeless women break the cycle of living in crisis and take control of their lives once and for all. This amazing organization helps women who commit to changing their futures to learn new skills and become productive community members.
All the fruit is grown
And the cheese is made,
In our Golden State
On a summer’s day.
Just add a glass of wine,
And we’ll eat some today.
California dreamin’
On such a summer’s day!
Whistlestop is a nonprofit in Marin County that helps older adults and those with disabilities stay active in the community. We’re honored to have supported this wonderful nonprofit since our early days in Marin! Their regular programs include transportation and nutrition services, classes, workshops, and peer counseling from volunteers.
Raise a glass to all things summertime (and keep your cool when the weather hits triple digits) with refreshing smoothies fresh from our coffee bar. Enjoy these sweet drinks while you can, as our seasonal featured drinks are only available for a limited time!
Salads are a simple and delicious way to enjoy a variety of fresh, seasonal, California-grown produce at the peak of ripeness. Our great state produces more than 400 different commodities, which is more than a third of the country’s fruits and nuts! Having such a bounty at our fingertips makes it easy to play with our food and create fresh, healthy salads with little to no cooking.
Whether layered in a sandwich, used as a wrap or chopped up for a fresh, crisp salad, lettuce is a staple in any veggie lover's diet. Our latest edition of Foodie FAQs dives into the many versatile types of leaf lettuce, along with pro tips on the best ways to pick it, store it and use it. Lettuce begin!
Did you know gin is something you can make at home? Distilled gin is made when juniper berries and botanicals are added during the first or second distillation, while compound gin is created when juniper berries and botanicals are added to a distilled spirit to infuse the flavors. If you want to make your own compound gin, experiment with these basic guidelines and your favorite botanicals to create an A+ solution.
It’s that time of year again! Local, family-owned Serres Ranch Blueberries are in season, sweet as candy and in stores now! This year they are available in pre-packed tubs to enjoy. You’ll want to stock up while you can!
If you’ve ever wondered which gin makes the best G&T, what the difference is between Old Tom and London Dry, or even how to infuse your own, this is the class for you. Enjoy a crash course in popular styles along with cocktail recipes and a final project.
When you walk through our adult beverage department, you might notice that gin comes in a few distinct categories. While some styles are determined by where they’re made, others have legal specifications, such as how the gin is made. Two great gin varieties include Old Tom and Plymouth.