Bell Wine Cellars was co-founded in 1991 by Anthony Bell and a local Napa Valley grower. Anthony originally hails from the famed wine region Stellenbosch in South Africa. He grew up in a wine family and played in vineyards in his backyard instead of swing sets. Needless to say, Anthony developed a passion for wine [...]

Our brand new flock of blue egg laying Ameraucana hens are almost fully feathered! This is our first flock living in open-air mobile poultry houses. These little ladies will transition to the full 90 acres of open space just as soon as their feathers are fuller. This model of fresh-air poultry was developed in Petaluma [...]

Quinoa, local salmon and kale are just a few of my favorite foods. That’s why I’m giving you quick and healthy recipes that you can enjoy throughout the autumn season. All recipes have been modified courtesy of Clean Eating Magazine. Carmelo’s Classic Quinoa Salad About the only thing I love more than quinoa are simple, [...]

Hippocrates, the father of medicine, stated, “Let your food be your medicine and let your medicine be your food.” No other fruit falls into that category better than apples. Apples have been associated with folklore, mythology and various religions. In the Genesis story, apples are associated with knowledge, immortality and temptation. The Norse believed that [...]

It’s the absolute peak of sunflower season and Sigona’s has you covered with local sunflowers from Half Moon Bay. We have three delightful varieties to choose from – Sunbright, Sunbeam and bi-color. We asked our local grower – Neve Roses – to tell us a little bit more about these sensationally superior sunflowers: Locally grown [...]

Marketing Manager Mitra Golnazar talks saffron, vegan ice cream and keeping it all in the family. Q. The Golnazar Saffron Pistachio is your most popular product right now. Can you describe it in 10 words or less? A. Creamy, delicious, unique and flavorful like no other. Q. Why did you decide to provide a vegan [...]

Braised Chicken with Fennel and Apples Don’t let the long-ish list of ingredients scare you away from this during the work week. Once everything is in the roasting pan, this dish practically finishes itself. Simple, healthy & delicious. Recipe courtesy of Polina Antonova, chef and owner of Caliblini Personal Chef Service. Serves 4. Ingredients: 2 [...]

With the holiday fast approaching, we thought it would be the perfect time to give you Carmelo Sigona’s favorite Labor Day recipes. Watermelon, Italian Feta & Mint Skewers You can sliver the mint and mix these ingredients together in a bowl for a lovely, scoopable salad, but who doesn’t love skewers? The flavors of the [...]

Company’s wine guru talks taste, night harvesting and what’s on tap. Q. In ten words or less, how would you describe the 2010 Vina Mayor Verdejo? A. Brilliant fruit, medium bodied and dry. Great with or without food. Q. How did you first get involved in the wine industry? A. I worked as a display [...]