March 2, 2024
by Mimi Holtz
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It’s fun to tour the avocado groves after the rain storms, even though the breeze is cold and stings my face. The smell of the freshly watered soil and an occasional waft of sweet blosssoms reminds me that winter is … Continue reading
January 31, 2024
by Mimi Holtz
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Springtime: When the Trees Begin to Bloom Last weekend we had beautiful warm, sunny weather. In the springtime, I love to tour our avocado groves, just to see if there are any trees in bloom and to enjoy the gorgeous … Continue reading
January 18, 2022
by Mimi Holtz
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Warm and Cozy: A Bowl of New England Clam Chowder California is known for sunny winters, but farmers hope that plenty of rain will fill reservoirs and leach the accumulated salts from the soil. On those cold, cloudy days, New … Continue reading
November 25, 2020
by Mimi Holtz
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Here is your new favorite quickbread! I made two loaves this morning — one with gluten free all purpose flour and the other with regular flour — and they both turned out so well! Pears and pumpkin together are … Continue reading
August 13, 2020
by Mimi Holtz
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Treats with Summer Squash When I planted our summer squash, I made sure to do two yellow squash plants: a crooked neck and a yellow zucchini. I knew only one green zucchini plant would be enough. I didn’t realize … Continue reading
