Yes, I do realize I am lucky enough to live in Southern California where the weather is GREAT all year long, but folks, it's still winter and that does not mean that you have to stop eating well and choosing fresh produce from ant source available. Winter has it's onw unique sights and colors and flavors, well worth the effort to seek out the things that you like.Today, I was os impressed with the local Oysters, and the mushrooms as well as the colorful cauliflower and citrus fruit. For me, a stand out today were the Satsuma Mandarins grown by Anthony Galpin from Regies Farm ( 559 - 804 - 3652) The fruit of these beautiful mandarins had such a great personality, a solid balance of tart and sweet as well as an enduring identity of citrus. I wanted to know from Anthony, why he grew these luscious gems in the first place or if he was even aware of their goodness. YES, was the answer and he was as passionate about telling me all about the growing process as I am about the food I prepare. He also grows cherries, apricots, peaches, white peaches and my favorite, white nectarines. If his passion and dedication the growing process is any indication as to what the rest of his product is like, I want to advise you to find out where he sells all week, and enjoy every single bite of his earthy goodness. (Sunday will find him at the Hollywood Farmer’s Market, off of Sunset and Vine)
It is important to note that even if you do not live in Southern California or have access to Farmer’s Markets in the “off seasons” you can still go to your local super market and request some of the produce that you like best. Did you know you can still get Heirloom Tomatoes? All you have to do is ask. And then make yourself something delicious.
Enjoy your dish!
Anthony Galpin's DELICIOUS Satsuma Mandarins
My Farmer's Market inspired "dish"....roasted vegetable salad with goat cheese and citrus vinagarette
