Nearby in Castroville, early signs suggest better-than-average artichoke crops. Castroville artichokes peak in April and May. Baby sizes start hitting their stride by late April… full story.
About three weeks until cherry season in California and a big crop is predicted this year… full story.
Looking a little further out, the pistachio crop is also looking good for a harvest beginning September… full story
And for dessert:
Cocoa Power! Even more reason to love chocolate; it helps prevent neurodegenerative diseases… full story.
Headed to England? The Chocolate Boutique Hotel has a chocolate fountain in every room and a chocolate themed cocktail bar… full story
Now I’m hungry…