Growing a Gourmet
Hi, my name is Raksha Boiteau, I’m 11 and I LOVE COOKING!!! I have always loved it. I am a vegetarian, and I am thinking about becoming a chef. At Rio Gozo I am learning how to prepare different kinds Read More …
Author: riogozo
Brussels Sprouts
Yes, they actually did originate in Brussels, thus the name. In German, they are called “rose cabbages” which seems closer to the truth somehow. Brussels sprouts are related to cabbage, and are an excellent source of vitamins C, K, and Read More …
Guacamole
Does it need to be said that Guacamole would be a great way to use up some of the tomatoes and garlic, and even peppers that we are getting? Probably you’ve thought of this by now. In case you haven’t? Read More …
Tomato Almond Pesto
When I saw this recipe, I wanted to slap my forehead. Yes, THIS is what to do with those leftover tomatoes. Of Course. I’ve stolen this from SmittenKitchen – you should follow the link to see her amazing and inspirational Read More …
Chard Utopia
Do all readers know that chard is basically year-round here in SoCal? Also beets. If you’ve been in the CSA for any length of time, this is probably self-evident, but it bears repeating. Because to make the CSA work, you Read More …
CSA Pesto
This is another submission from CSA member Jet Doye. Jet is an expert at turning her CSA into pesto, and as we will continue to share her amazing recipes here! 1/3 cup plus 2 Tablespoons walnuts 1 small broccoli plant Read More …
Eating Farm Fresh at the Source
By: Lisa McKinnon, Ventura County Star, Apr 7, 2010
It used to be enough to know where your food comes from. Now, seeing is believing — especially if the view is from a dinner table set up among the rows of beets and carrots.
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CSAuerkraut
A most clever title from CSA member Sam. You can check out more of his cleverness here. He explains how to make his favorite cabbage dishes below. Slice head of cabbage thinly. Mix with 2.5% by weight in salt. Layer Read More …
On Carrots and Community
Hi all. I’m Christiana Thomas, and I just joined the Rio Gozo CSA. I’m going to be helping Rio Gozo with maintaining their blog and social media, so they can stay focused on maintaining their (our) crops. We’re hoping that Read More …
New CSA Member Gets Inspired
This is an enthusiastic response from one of our new CSA members, Jet Doye. She is quickly learning the tricks of the CSA and how to menu plan to make the most of her produce each week. Beets and blood Read More …