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Focus on Local–JoKeKa Farms Eggs

Lassen’s Loves Our Local Producers! Written by Gayle Photo courtesy of JoKeKa Farms Running a chicken and egg operation was just about the last thing that Kaliko thought she’d ever be doing.  But a series of events brought her to do just that!  She grew up in Hawaii, and spent several years traveling all over

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(Drum Roll, Please!) ….. Announcing the Fall Recipe Challenge Winner!

Pumpkin Cinnamini Nuffins from the Kitchen of Kelly Bray Written by Gayle These autumn-inspired mini muffins are gluten and dairy free!  This recipe challenged my kitchen, since there are several ingredients that I don’t generally have in my pantry.  But I think you’ll like them! Makes 18 mini or 30 super-mini Muffins You’ll Need 3/4

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Focus on Local–Metamour Skin Care

You Are Going To Love This Skin Care Line! Written by Gayle Recently I spent the morning in Santa Barbara with Suzanne, the creator and owner of the Metamour skin care line.  She has been making skin and body care products since the 1990’s.   Suzanne had a retail store in Ojai called Earthworks.  She

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The Best Chicken Noodle Soup You'll Ever Eat

I am Famous for this Soup! Written by Gayle I know the Santa Ana winds are threatening to blow this weekend, but as October begins I always start thinking about soup.  I have been making this soup for more than 25 years, and it is a family favorite.  It’s what I make to bring to

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GMOs and You

Yes, GMOs are Everywhere.  What to Do? Written by Gayle What are GMOs? Over the past many years, scientist have been modifying organisms by genetic engineering their DNA. In food crops, bacteria and viruses, even, are inserted into the DNA of the plant.  DNA from one species is spliced into the DNA of another species.

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This is Big News–Organic Jicama!

Yes, It’s Been Over Ten Years! Written by Gayle Maybe you haven’t noticed, but I sure have.  It’s been over ten years since organic jicama has been available, but… It’s Baaacccck! This beautiful root vegetable is not just pretty to look at.  It is a versatile, healthy and delicious addition to your diet.  I have

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