Today we’re talking about rainbow bowls made with sea asparagus pesto, and we know before you even get to the word pesto, you’re thinking, “Did you just say ‘sea asparagus’?!?!” That’s right – we did. To be clear, it’s not true asparagus but rather an herb, officially called salicornia, that grows in salt marshes and […]
Authentic Italian Gnocchi with Tomato Sauce
One of our favorite experiences on our tomato tour of Italy was learning to make real Italian gnocchi with tomato sauce. Gnocchi isn’t hard to make, and it’s extremely delicious, but it’s somehow still intimidating. Is it because it’s hard to pronounce? (You really have to lean into the “Gn” like “NYOH-kee.”) Or is it […]
Taste and Tradition: Preparing Italian Tomatoes for the World
Quick: What produce item do you most closely associate with Italy? If you said Italian tomatoes, we definitely think alike. Italian tomatoes are more than just a cuisine staple. They’re practically the heart of Italian culture. (And they’re often heart-shaped too.) Thanks to the Greatest Tomatoes from Europe and ANICAV, the Italian association of canned […]
Visiting Italy with the Greatest Tomatoes from Europe
Jolly Tomato is headed to Italy this week with the Greatest Tomatoes from Europe and ANICAV, the Italian association of canned tomato producers. We’re thrilled to have a chance to meet tomato growers, tour a field, visit processing facilities, and meet with chefs who are making the best of Italy’s finest tomatoes. The Greatest Tomatoes […]
Broccoli Salad with Dried Cranberries Recipe
We were never big fans of raw broccoli… That is, until we tasted this Broccoli Salad with Dried Cranberries. This salad has it all: a delicious crunch, a nice tang, and a perfect hint of sweetness. This recipe comes by way of our niece Helena (Yes! We have faith in the next generation!) who loves […]
Chocolate Strawberry Sour Cream Muffins Recipe
Here’s your chance to be the hero of breakfast or brunch or snack time… when you roll out these Chocolate Strawberry Sour Cream Muffins. These muffins drew inspiration from the bumper crops of summer, including strawberries, which you may or may not have in abundance. But they also drew inspiration from the leftovers of summer, […]
OC Fair Food 2021 – Colorful, Spicy, and Wacky
Fair food is by definition outrageous, and this year’s OC Fair Food (at the Orange County Fair) is no exception. Huge portions, crazy food combinations, and deep-fried everything is the rule. Of course we (and probably most people) wouldn’t eat like this every day. But we’re still fascinated by fair food. Each year some of […]
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