Fresh From the Farm

With Presidents Day weekend coming up, I’ve been wondering what George Washington, colonial farmer turned president of this country, would think of the Culver City Farmers Market. Avocados, bok choy, cilantro, darcy tangerines, elephant garlic …[READ MORE]

George Washington’s birthday is February 22. I’m all in favor of celebrating with a yummy cherry pie, but I didn’t put any cherries up during cherry season. It wouldn’t be authentic or sustainable if I …[READ MORE]

Last week, in honor of the Asian New Year, I loaded up an entire cloth shopping bag with fresh oriental vegetables. My first stop was the Muoa family stand at the north-west corner of Main …[READ MORE]

Chinese vegetarian cooking need not be daunting. I spent about 10 minutes preparing a shredded three taste salad without a mandoline, and had a delicious mushroom dish finished about under 25 minutes. Sure, some of …[READ MORE]

Gung Hay Fat Choi!   Happy New Year! Thursday, February 3, 2011, marks the beginning of the Year of the Rabbit, 4708. Chinese New Year is a major holiday, in China, Taiwan, and other countries with …[READ MORE]

I enjoyed strolling along Main Street’s Farmers Market last Tuesday at 5 p.m. The lengthening daylight allowed me appreciate the true colors of the purple and green cauliflower on display on the table in front …[READ MORE]

I couldn’t resist buying one of the beautiful heads of savoy cabbage at the Findley Farms stand at the Tuesday Culver City Farmers Market. The thin, crinkly leaves have an elegant, fetching beauty which is …[READ MORE]

I’ve been enjoying wonderful cheese all week thanks to the merchants at the Tuesday afternoon Culver City Farmers Market. Soledad Goats is one of our newest vendors. You can’t miss their goldenrod and purple banner …[READ MORE]

Where were you at 1:11 p.m. on 1/1/11? I was watching the reruns of the Rose Parade with friends. My health-conscious hostess’ spread was just the thing for those with New Years diet and health …[READ MORE]

Who has not stayed up late on New Year’s Eve to count down to midnight and the ringing in of the new year? Whether you choose party in style or cocoon at home with the …[READ MORE]