Recipes

Sunny, laid back and wine-friendly. That’s our vibe here in California and our cuisine is no exception. Enjoy these fresh, seasonal recipes that pair perfectly with your favorite California wines.

Dessert

Nutty Apple Bread with Honey Walnuts

This nutty apple bread is buttery and cake-like with plenty of apples and crunchy walnuts dotted throughout each slice. There’s so much flavor from the juicy apples and crunchy walnuts that you really don’t need a glaze or honey-candied walnuts. Still, if you want to try either, take ...

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Seafood Boil

This seafood boil is packed with clams, mussels, tiger shrimp, cod, potatoes, corn, and Italian sau...

Queso Fundido

This Mexican-inspired dish is made with melted Munster cheese, hot crumbled chorizo, and topped wit...

Arugula Salad with Zucchini, Carrots and Toasted Almonds

Save this fresh, colorful salad for early summer, when markets have small, tender zucchini. For ...

Salmon Sushi Pizza

Sushi Pizza is a fusion dish that originated in Toronto, Canada! A crispy rice patty is topped with...

Sweet and Spicy Lamb Pops

These sweet and spicy lamb pops are both delicious and easy to make! The heat from the chili flakes...

Farmers Fried Rice

This simple vegetarian dish can be made with almost any veggie you have on hand! This recipe has cr...

Green Chile and Goat Cheese Frittata

Brunch just got a lot more fun. Long, slender Anaheim chiles range from mild to very slightly hot. ...

Strawberry Lemon Ricotta Crepes

Creamy ricotta cheese, fresh lemon, and sweet strawberries make up this delicious and decadent brun...

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