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Visiting the Rivas Farms

Enticing fields of peas

   Not too long ago, I got to visit an amazing place called Rivas Farms. Located in Vista, California this farm has been around since 1989. With another two locations in San Marcos, these farmers have been selling their fresh produce for the last 32 years, while starting in the family business.

Blooming cabbage, isn't it a beauty?

Soon enough these will be at the market for everyone to enjoy!

   Every Saturday, as I visit my Farmer’s market, I make sure to stop by Irene’s booth. I stock up on my English peas, fresh strawberries, cauliflower, broccoli, zucchinis and  asparagus. She is my go to for the fresh veggies I use in my recipes and I was so excited to go visit the farm where all the magic happens. Of course when I asked her if I could come by, she didn’t hesitate for a moment. Here are a few pictures from my wonderful day with Irene.

The rooster seemed to be a proud protector of his hens!

Irene's dad tending to his gorgeous strawberries

Adorable tenants of the farm were there to show me around.

 

 

April 30, 2012 0 Comments

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Red snapper with purple cabbage and asparagus

As you know, we really like to promote healthy veggies for dinner! Going to the Saturday’s Farmer’s market is a great way to get inspirations for recipes. Today, we would like to share this fresh red snapper (from our local fish market) with purple cabbage and asparagus. Enjoy!

Asparagus-

-Trim the ends, wash, dry

- Throw in some sea salt, pepper, drizzle some olive oil

- Heat flat pan on medium high, grill 3-4 mins each side

 Purple Cabbage-

- Teaspoon ginger

- 2 garlic cloves chopped

- Med cabbage sliced

- Sauté ginger, garlic in olive oil, then add the cabbage last.

- Season with salt and pepper for about 7-9 minutes

Red snapper-

-2 fillets-wash pat dry, cut in to pieces

- Marinate it in 2 tablespoon of fish oil, teaspoon of ginger/garlic paste

- Heat pan on medium high, spray it with oil

- Lay fish pieces and grill 5-7 minutes on each side

- Garnish with freash cilantro or any other herbs that you may have. Serve up with cabbage and asparagus.

 

April 25, 2012 4 Comments