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Chocolate Fondue For Two…..It’s kitschy. It’s retro. It’s romantic. It’s delicious. And it’s so simple to prepare that it barely requires a recipe. We’re talking about chocolate fondue and FebruaryRead More

Golden Beaver Distillery in Chico…Chico’s Kris Koenig was one of millions of people worldwide who had their air travel schedules abruptly altered in 2010 by the volcano eruptions in Iceland.Read More

DIY Strawberry Vinaigrette…This month, four out of every 10 Americans will make at least one New Year’s resolution. Losing weight, eating healthier and saving money are traditionally near the topRead More

Dr. Richard Wickenheiser, Tehama County Health Officer…Hard to imagine, but there was a time when a county health officer could live and work in relative obscurity. “As long as we’reRead More

Molly Glenn’s Healthy Living Cookbook…Sometimes, it’s the little things. Just ask Molly and Carolyn Glenn, who have managed to become healthier and lose weight by making a few substitutions replacingRead More

Staying Active During COVID-19…It doesn’t take an infectious disease expert to determine that life during a pandemic is pretty darn challenging. But even while protecting your health and that ofRead More

Olivarez Bee Company in Orland…There’s good news in the North State for anyone who has been concerned about declining bee populations. The Glenn County town of Orland, home to OlivarezRead More

Grab a Warm Drink From a Local Coffeehouse…A winter ensemble just isn’t complete without a cup of something warm to drink. Jackets, scarves and mittens will stave off a chill,Read More

Homemade Vanilla Extract for Holiday Baking and Gifting…It calls for only two ingredients, five minutes of prep time and a jar. No need for an oven, stovetop or food processor.Read More

K.I.S.S. – Keep Your Holiday Appetizers Easy…The holiday season can be stressful enough in normal circumstances, but in 2020, the season arrives with unique challenges that can frustrate even theRead More

Harvest Restaurant and Lodge in McCloud CA…OPENING A restaurant during a pandemic might seem counterintuitive, but the new owners at Harvest in McCloud are bucking the trend. “We opened JulyRead More

A very vegan Thanksgiving…Ever tried going vegetarian? There are plenty of reasons to quit meat and pile on the veggies – like health and clean conscience – but motivators likeRead More

Fresh Garlic Ricotta Bruschetta…Discover something fresh with this recipe for Fresh Garlic Ricotta Bruschetta!BRUSCHETTA INGREDIENTS:1 cup diced fresh tomatoes4 cloves garlic2 T Wild Grove ascolano extraVirgin olive oil, Dash freshRead More

Beyond the Olive Grove…Fans of quirky roadside attractions have enjoyed taking pictures at what’s fondly referred to as the Giant Olive at South Avenue and Hall Road in Corning forRead More

What’s cookin’ – s’mores skillet cookie…Long summer days may be coming to an end but that doesn’t mean our favorite summer flavors have to. You don’t need a campfire toRead More

What’s Cokkin’? Aunt Daphen’s Taco Bean Salad…Family get-togethers mean games, laughter, storytelling and of course, food. During a trip to Missouri to visit my aunt, she pulled out her trustyRead More

Skin And Vintage-Style Farm Products…The change in Elizabeth Larson’s ceramic jar wasn’t for a dream vacation or a new car. Yet her family knew it was for something just asRead More

Cold and Creamy Tomato Soup…Tomatoes, tomatoes, tomatoes! So many tomatoes! If your garden is producing an abundance of tomatoes, this soup option is for you. Enjoy with a sandwich forRead More

Awesome Araucanas In Cottonwood…Forty-seven years ago, Edd Sheppard took ownership of the sole surviving hen from a friend’s chicken flock that had been decimated by predators. Curious about the originRead More

What’s Cookin’ Chocolate Sea Salt Granola…Homemade granola is one of the easiest things to make and is a fantastic snack. Have it with milk for breakfast, put it on yogurtRead More