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Three Things We Don't Forget
Lassen’s Core Values Stand the Test of Time Written by Gayle When the Lassen family sat down several months ago to formalize our Mission Statement, Motto, and Core Values, it really didn’t take too long to boil them down. These are things that Lassen’s has believed in from the very beginning. When Oda Lassen opened her
Replace Your Electrolytes With Your Own Drink!
Do-it Yourself Electrolyte Drink Written by Gayle The word “Electrolytes” has been around so long that it’s easy to think that we actually know what they are. We know they are important, especially during or after exercise, and when we have been ill. But maybe we’re still a little foggy on exactly what electrolytes are
Introducing Another SuperFood–Goji Berries!
They Pack a Punch of Nutrition! Written by Gayle Like many products, goji berries have become a little hip lately! And for good reason. Goji berries (wolf berries) originated in Asia and have been grown for hundreds of years. They are considered one of the most nutritious berries. They are a significant export crop from
Try This Salad for a Change of Pace!
Summer-Fresh Vietnamese Cabbage Salad Written by Gayle I love to troll around on Pinterest or “use the google,” as my sister says, to find new recipes. This one, found at urbanposer.blogspot.com is a big hit — fresh, easy, and popping with flavor. It is also healthy and very adaptable. I adapted it a bit, and
We All Helped with Shop for a Cause!
Thanks to Everyone, the Los Padres NF is More Protected! Written by Gayle Lassen’s loves to celebrate Earth Day every year! But this time, we decided to spread the joy and invited all of our community to join in helping a good cause! As I wrote on April 22, we chose to partner with Los Padres
Hot Weather–or Anything Else–Getting You Down?
The Best Ice Cream Ever will Put a Smile on Your Face! Written by Gayle Photo from the McConnell’s website If you have visited Santa Barbara in the last, oh, sixty-five years, you are probably familiar with McConnell’s Ice Cream. It was a favorite stop for the Lassen family when they went to the Santa