Tag archive for ‘gluten-free’

  • In Season Now: Five recipes to try this summer

    6/30/11 • (1)

    Summer is finally here. Our In Season Now columnist, Michelle Beck, shares ideas for cucumber beverages, adult popsicles, flavor infused syrups for iced tea, white bean salad, gluten-free berry shortcake, and lavendar.

  • In Season Now: Apples, pomegranates, pineapple guava

    10/06/10 • (1)

    It’s apple season, which for Californians means a great time of year to go apple picking at local orchards. Here’s plenty of ideas of what to do with all them apples once you bring them home. Plus, get ready for pomegranates, pineapple guava, and the third annual Coptic Festival, which will feature Mediterranean and Middle Eastern food Oct. 9-10 in southwest Bakersfield.

  • In Season Now: Cherries and berries

    5/20/10 • (0)

    Columnist Michelle Beck delights us with sweet and savory recipes for all those juicy little fruits that are in season now. Early cherries are now available, as well as boysenberries, blackberries, olallieberries and marionberries. It’s a very berry time of year!

  • In Season Now: Dill, salad greens, ginger chips

    5/05/10 • (0)

    Dill is for more than just pickles. As the herb comes into season, try it in a variety of dishes such as salads, a pesto on fish or chicken, or in a number of Greek-inspired recipes. Also, columnist Michelle Beck gives tips on expanding your lettuce repertoire, using crystalized ginger, and trying new gluten-free products.

  • In Season Now: Avocados, garlic blossoms, blueberry planting

    4/19/10 • (0)

    Columnist Michelle Beck highlights the newest finds at local markets: California-grown avocados and mild-tasting garlic blossoms. Also now is the time to plant blueberries and fennel, and here are some ideas for making your own yogurt and cheese at home.

  • In Season Now: Snap peas, asparagus and artichokes

    3/17/10 • (0)

    Early spring vegetables are here! Look for sugar snap peas, asparagus and artichokes in produce aisles and at the Farmers’ Market. Also, columnist Michelle Beck offers more gluten-free finds, such as flour blends, donuts, waffles and bread crumbs.

  • In Season Now: Dates, nuts and sugar cookies

    12/10/09 • (1)

    Columnist Michelle Beck shares a simple idea for turning dates into a yummy holiday treat. Also, try date shakes, Swedish nuts and gluten-free sugar cookies.

  • Taking the frustration out of gluten-free eating

    11/13/09 • (8)

    For people with food allergies, particularly wheat, here are some tips and resources for eating well.