A few weeks ago I was gifted a few rather large bags of basil. Maybe … Continue reading the story "Spinach-Basil Pesto"
Monthly Archives for October, 2010
Spinach-Basil Pesto
Pomegranate Trees
Living in California I definitely take Pomegranates for granted. We can grow them here and they are pretty common. Every nursery around here carries them. I've even used them in planting plans on model homes for developers.
Soil Testing 101
Soil testing is incredibly important when you’re planning to produce food from your yard. It tells you what you’ve got and what you need. Plants won’t give you their best if they don’t have the proper nutrients or proper pH levels. The three most common nutrients, referred to as macronutrients, that plants need are Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium usually referred to as NPK. But NPK … Continue reading the story "Soil Testing 101"
First Pullet Egg
On Sunday while getting the eggs Tom found a tiny soft shelled egg. It could only mean one thing: our pullets are getting ready to become hens. They are still on the small side so even a small egg is ambitious for them. I'm curious as to … Continue reading the story "First Pullet Egg"
Our First Farmhand!
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| Jeanette as Camo Fairy at our Wedding |
Pears Pears Pears!!!
It's definitely fall here (after all of what, like 17 days of summer? What gives, San Francisco?) and the pears on the tree in the backyard are filling out beautifully and starting to ripen.
Yesterday as I was out feeding the ducks and tending to the garden, I noticed a … Continue reading the story "Pears Pears Pears!!!"
Artisanal Butchery and Dinner at Soul Food Farm
Join us at Soul Food Farm in celebration of artisanal butchery and Agricola grass-fed beef. A meat magical line up awaits you as: Chris Arentz and Angela Wilson of Avedano's and Dave the Butcher along with Josh Kleinsmith of Piedmont Grocery and Zach Gero of Shoppers Corner break … Continue reading the story "Artisanal Butchery and Dinner at Soul Food Farm"
Oink!
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| Gloucestershire Old Spot Pig |







