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Tangerine Almond Cake with Citrus Bay Syrup

Nothing is more refreshing than a touch of citrus on a warm Summer day -- and a perfect cake that is light and flavorful is what is being...

Bao Bao Bao (Bolo Bao / Baked Custard Bun)

I was first introduced to Bolo Bay several years ago and it was nothing short of love at first bite! So much so, that every time I go to...

Dal-icious! Tadka Dal with Roti

Welcome 2021, the weather in the California Bay Area is still sunny with a crispness and chill as the sun sets. It’s a perfect time to...

Plum Clafoutis

Nothing shouts summer more than stone fruits! Here at the Urban Farm and Garden we are having another bounty year with plums -- so what...

Luxurious Lavender Oil

Summer time at the urban farm and garden always brings forth the heady fragrances of the blooms. Not only are the blooms so fragrant,...

Dirty Porcini Rice

When it comes to entertaining at home, sometimes you have to mix things up a bit and push your go-to recipes out of your comfort zone. ...

Chicken Burrito Casserole

Sometimes you never know where your connections will lead you -- whether they be from business, friendships, or the community. I used to...

How to Make a Rose Blush

Barn Diva in Healdsburg is one of our must-go, go-to restaurants when in the wine country. It comes as no surprise that I am sharing one...

Can't Fail Banana Bread Scones

During Sheltering in Place a lot of baking has transpired -- some successes, some not so much. As we go through the pantry and freezer...

Hand Sanitizer DIY

DIY Hand Sanitizer We have all been impacted in one way, shape, or form with the coronavirus pandemic. Living in California, we have it...

Chocolate Meringue Cookies

Sometimes at the urban farm and garden, only chocolate will do for my hubby, Bernard. We have been experiencing Shelter in Place in the...

Coconut Citrus Mochi Cake

My husband, Bernard, and I were hankering for sake and couldn’t think of a better restaurant than Village Sake in Fairfax, CA. We were...

Mushroom and Herb Egg Bake

My hens are happy and laying lots of eggs -- so I couldn't think of a better way to use their bounty with an egg bake! This versatile egg...

Pronto Pesto!

This recipe is one of the tasty takeaways from a wonderful weekend with girlfriends at the Russian River. My friend, Millie, has had a...

Easy Overnight Oats

It's November at the urban farm and garden...and the mornings and evenings have a chill in the air...signaling hibernation time. Where...

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