Don't let the "sting" of stinging nettles keep you from getting to know this amazing plant. Nettles have a long history of ...

In his book, “The Road Less Traveled,” author and psychologist Scott Peck, begins with this simple truth: “Life is Hard.” He goes on to say that while this fundamental statement seems straightforward ...

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In a pot of salted water, blanch the nettles for about 30 sec. Be sure to use gloves, as the nettles will sting upon touch. Once blanched, cool nettles in ice water. After being cooled, squeeze the ...

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If guava pastries and lonches de lomo aren't your thing, we bet you can find something to eat at your local farmers' market. At the Santa Monica Farmers' Market, chefs and farmers are talking up ...

A few years ago, my husband and I were on our annual grafting trip when I noticed a plant growing at the edge of the orchard. I always keep watch on roadsides and woodlands to see what interesting ...