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Winter 2012
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BREWING SUPPLIES
The Chico Home Brew Shop has all the equipment and supplies you need to make your own hand-crafted ales, wine and cheese. Check the online forum for home brewers for answers to questions about brewing, recipes, and a schedule of brewing events. 1570 Nord Ave, Chico. 530.342.3768.
CONSTRUCTION
Specializing in unusual projects, D. A. Lampe Construction provides design and construction services, building infrastructure for the public and custom projects for individuals thoughout Northern California. For your general engineering needs, contact Darren: phone 530.343.7442 or fax 530.345.4065.
Great American Pump Co. You can’t live without it—WATER. We don’t make it, but we supply the equipment to pump, store and sterilize it. We do water—well! 3025 Lincoln St, Oroville. 530.533.2103 (p. 42).
EDUCATION
If you haven’t seen the food writing, recipe offerings, and much more at Doni Greenberg’s website, you want to take a look at anewscafe.com (p. 42).
Hand-lettered and illustrated by the author, Wolfgang Rougle’s Sacramento Valley Feast is both a cookbook and a guidebook, providing information about local, wild edibles and recipes for the post-foraging gustatory experience (p. 46).
Slow Food Shasta Cascade supports food that is good, clean and fair. Activities include sponsored events for members and the public. Contacts: for Chico, Lori Weber, lweber@csuchico.edu; for RedBluff and Redding, Kathy Moore, 530.529.2729 or slowfoodshastacascade@yahoo.com (p. 47).
13th Annual Snow Goose Festival: January 26-29, 2012. Greg Miller is the banquet Keynote Speaker. Over 65 fieldtrips, workshops and presentations will be offered—something for everyone!www.snowgoosefestival.org. (p. 19).
FARMS & RANCHES
A dairy and grass-fed beef, pasture-based family farm, Alston Farms raise Jersey beef, rated #1 for tenderness. They feed on pastures in a stress free environment—no hormones, antibiotics, or commercial fertilizer—then dry-aged for 2 weeks and USDA processed. 1010 Hwy 99 W, Orland. 530.865.2666 (p. 21).
Bianchi Orchards is a family owned walnut business growing high quality Chandler walnuts since 1976 on their 60 acres at 10245 61st Ave, Los Molinos. Check out their online store and join the Walnut Club. bianchiorchards.com. 530.527.9157 (p. 21)
Jim Miller has been growing organic vegetables at Comanche Creek Farmsin Chico since 1998. Much of what he harvests end up in high-end West Coast restaurants and his heirloom tomatoes are frequently served in fashionable East Coast restaurants. With son Brandon, Jim runs a year-round CSA. 240 Speedway Ave, Chico. 530.894.7775. Comanchecreekfarms.com.
Cowgirl Eggs at 6584 County Rd 22 in Orland is the home of Carol Avellino’s 100 happily spoiled free-range egg-laying chickens. Contact Carol at 530.864.5514 or avellino@clearwire.net to arrange for home delivery or farm pick-up (p. 43).
Mike and Kathy Landini raise hormone- and antibiotic-free grass-fed beef on Divide Ranch in the foothills of western Glenn County near Elk Creek. Steers finished on native spring grasses, free of pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers, are dry-aged and USDA processed. 530.968.5634. thedivideranch.com.
Christine and Bud Keeney at Durham Valley Apples take pride in nurturing the finest quality almonds and Fuji and Granny Smith apples, grown sustainably on their farm at 2243 Durham-Dayton Hwy, Durham. Call 530.343.8077 or 530.608.6877 to purchase direct from farm. tootsietoo@sbcglobal.net (p. 43).
Eidman Family Farm of Red Bluff uses environmentally friendly farming practices for their pasture-raised beef, chicken and lamb. To order, call 530.528.0568 or e-mail info@discoverearth.us.
Since 2007, the GRUB CSA Farm has been sustainably farming 45 crops in more than 180 distinct varieties to feed Chico’s longest running CSA. 1525 Dayton Rd, Chico. 530.680.4543; grubchico@yahoo.com. grubchico.org (p. 1).
At Hat Creek Grown, Pam and Henry Giacomini produce grass-finished beef that customers note is “simply superb.” Read about them in this issue. 41363 Opdyke Ln, Hat Creek. 530.335.7016. hatcreekgrown.com (p. 20).
Llano Seco Rancho is a winner of two Edible Shasta-Butte Local Hero Awards. Hams, sausages, bacon, loin roasts, chops, and ribs harvested from its organically farmed pork are available at Holiday Quality Markets, Kent’s Meat and Grocery in Redding, and Chico Natural Foods and S&S Market in Chico.
Scott River Ranch raises grass-fed organic beef born on their family-owned ranch near the Russian Peak Wilderness area in Northern California. Local deliveries or ship FedEx two day air. 1138 E Callahan Rd, Etna. 530.467.4006.
customerservice@scottriverranch.com. scottriverranch.com(p. 43).
Stackhouse Family Farm raise purebred Columbia sheep in Montgomery Creek. The naturally raised lambs are finished on grain to provide the balance of flavor and healthful benefits of a natural product. To order your lamb, call Wendy at 530.337.6270; wjohnston@frontiernet.net (p. 45).
FINANCIAL SERVICES
Northern California Farm Credit is a lending cooperative for people involved
in any aspect of agriculture. Services provided include equipment leasing
services appraisal services that focus on agricultural and rural real estate
appraisals, and special lending programs for young, beginning, and small farmers and ranchers. Offices in Chico, Red Bluff and Willows. norcalfc.com;
FOOD ARTISANS
Read about Sarah Adams and Chico Chai in the Winter 2010 Edible Shasta-Butte magazine. Sarah is a two-time Edible Shasta-Butte Local Hero. Her Indian spiced tea is available throughout Chico and surrounding area and may be purchased on-line at chicochai.myshopify.com. 530.519.3993. chicochaitea.com (p. 1).
Donut Rising offers a wide variety of flavorful homemade donuts—Maple and Cream, Mayan Hot, Mixed Berry Bliss, O Canada Bar, Iced Maple, and more! 530.894.7847; donutrising.com; DonutRising@gmail.com. 1008 West Sacramento Ave., Suite A1, Chico (p. 46).
Furnari Sausage Company offers a variety of homemade premium sausages, garden fresh sauces and gourmet extras using only high quality locally grown ingredients. 530.229.1488; Furnarisausage@gmail.com; furnarisausage.com. (p. 43).
Family-owned and operated, Mooney Farms bases their Bella Sun Luci pesto, risotto, marinades, and tapenades on their sun-dried tomatoes. Extra-virgin olive oil is also available. 1220 Fortress St, Chico; 530.899.2661. mooneyfarms.com (p. 16).
Mark and Deneane Ashcraft at North Valley Farms in Cottonwood produce handcrafted farmstead goat cheese that pleases both the eye and the palate. The farm has earned the Animal Welfare Approved Seal. 530.347.7151; dashcraft@northvalleyfarms.com. northvalleyfarms.com (p. 44).
Founded in 1938, Shubert’s Ice Cream is Chico’s oldest ice cream and candy store. “We make our own,” says it all. Flavors range from Chico Mint to Turtle. 178 East 7th St. 530.342.7163. shuberts.com.
Skylake Ranch produces fresh pomegranate juice, pomegranate marinades, dressings, grill sauces, syrups and jelly from the pomegranates grown on their acreage. Read about them in this magazine's Notable Edible:Pomegranate Love.530.894.6557; skylakeranch@aol.com. skylakeranch.net (p. 19).
GARDENING SUPPLIES & SERVICES
At Amazon Garden Supply, you’ll find friendly, knowledgeable staff, great gardening supplies, and pet foods, including NutriSource. 521 Cal Oak and 29 Ridgeview Ln, Oroville; 530.589.5054.
Magnolia Gift & Garden offers a range of gardening and landscaping products, specializing in sod, shrubs, perennials, ground covers, fruit & shade trees, fine pottery, dogwoods, bagged soils, azaleas. Garden gift shop. Mon–Sat 7 am–5:30 pm, Sun 9 am–5:30 pm. 1367 East Ave, Chico. 530.894.5410.
Mendon’s Nursery offers a large selection of perennials, annuals, roses, fruit trees and berries, bedding and aquatic plants, flower and vegetable seeds, soils, mulches, amendments, organic fertilizers and insecticides, tools and supplies. Mon–Sat: 8:30 am–4:30 pm. Closed Sun. 5424 Foster Rd, Paradise. 530.877.7341 (p. 1).
Wyntour Gardens’ knowledgeable staff is always ready to help you choose the healthy plants you seek. Visit their website for suggestions about seasonal plants—with a special section for kids—and discount coupons. 8026 Airport Rd, Redding. 530.365.2256. wyntourgardens.com (p. 11).
HEALTH
co-sponsored by Lucero Olive Oil, Epoch Sports (bdrew@epochsports.com or 650-862-3147), and
Chico Community Acupuncture offers effective and affordable health care to the Chico community. Cost is determined on a sliding scale: Pay what you can afford. chicocommunityacupuncture.com (p. 45).
Dr. Deborah Penner at Chico Creek Wellness and Chiropracticunderstands the centrality of food and nutrition for good health and offers education and care to assure that good health. 360 E. 1st Street, Chico. 530.342.8464; chicocreekwellness.com (p. 3).
Trudi Pratt, DC offers chiropractic care, nutritional counseling, a comprehensive massage program, and natural approaches to regulate health. Start a program today to improve your life. 1308 Court St, Redding. 530.244.7873. drtrudipratt.com (p. 7).
Warm your body, ease your heart, and replenish your soul in a serene, natural setting at Wilbur Hot Springs Hotel & Spa. Reconnect with nature on the1800-acre nature preserve. 3375 Wilbur Springs Rd, Wilbur Springs. 530.473.2306. wilburhotsprings.com (p. 19)
KITCHEN & GOURMET SUPPLIES
Chico’s The Galley has everything for the kitchen and offers free gift wrapping. Check out their display cases of California and imported cheeses and frozen gourmet entrŽes and desserts. Sign up for their email notices of Sat cooking demos. 551 Country Dr, Chico. 530.343.8820 (p. 44).
Mary Lake-Thompson Ltd. retail store, located in historic downtown Oroville, specializes in creative packaging with quality products, such as flour sack towels, aprons, soaps, and tote bags. 1870 Montgomery St, Oroville. 530.533.9073. marylakethompson.com. (p.17)
Offering local foodstuffs, brand name kitchen equipment, BBQ grills and supplies, wine tasting, cooking classes, and catering, California Kitchen Company invites you to visit their shop in historic downtown Red Bluff or check online and on Facebook for events and info. 645 Main St, Red Bluff. 530.529.2482. californiakitchencompany.com.
A fourth generation member of an almond-growing family, Maisie Jane Hurtado’s business, Maisie Jane’s California Sunshine, started with flavored almonds. Now it is much more! 1324 Dayton Rd, Chico; 530.899.7909. nuts@maisiejanes.com; maisiejanes.com .
Zucchini & Vine at 2nd & Main in Chico is your source for fine casual linens, dinnerware, home accessories, gourmet foods, and local art and artifacts. zucchiniandvine.com. 530.345.3551.
OLIVE GROWERS AND PROCESSORS
Berkeley Olive Grove extra virgin olive oils have outrageously high levels of anti-oxidant polyphenols. Farmed by proprietors Darro and Olivia Grieco. Check out their new adopt-a-tree program. Coal Canyon Rd, Oroville. 530.533.1814; info@berkeleyolivegrove.com.berkeleyolivegrove.com (p. 20).
Lewis Johnson of Butte View Olive Company not only presses his own extra-virgin olive oil; he also employs his Italian press in service to other local producers. Butte View offers family handcrafted olive oil soaps. Tasting by appointment. 2950 Louis Ave, Oroville; 530.534.8320 (41).
Ray Rogers, a sort of grandfather/mentor to other Corning olive oil producers, runs Corning Olive Oil Company, where the press extracts extra virgin olive oil from the fruit of many local olive farms. Shop online at corningoliveoil.com or visit the store Mon–Fri 9–4:30. 721 Fig Ln, Corning. 530.824.5447. corningoliveoil.com (41).
Starting on the family farm in Jaen, Spain, olive farming has been an Isern and Sons family tradition since 1847. Now in Chico, award-winning Isern Olive Oil can be purchased on-line or at the Saturday Chico Farmers’ Market. 530.518.6325. isernandsons.com.
Lodestar Farms California Olive Oil. Late Harvest Mission, Lemon Olive Oil, Garlic Olive Oil, Balsamic dipping oil, gift sets, Oil Club. 3719 Foothill Blvd, Oroville; 530.534. 6548, 530.680.2677. farmer@lodestarfarms.com; lodestarfarms.com (41).
Lucero Olive Oil products include award-winning California extra virgin olive oils, flavored olive oils, and balsamic vinegars from Modena, Italy. Visit the Lucero Store and Olive Mill at 2190 Loleta Ave, Corning. 877.330.2190. mail@lucerooliveoil.com; lucerooliveoil.com (inside back cover, back cover and 41).
West Coast Products processes hand-picked Sevillano green olives grown in Northern California. Visit their store at 717 Tehama St, Orland for bulk olives and olive oil. 800.382.3072 or 530.865.3379; wcporland@sbcglobal.net. westcoastproducts.net.
Family-owned and operated Mooney Farms offers Bella Sun Luci extra virgin olive oil at their Chico store and from their website. 1220 Fortress St, Chico; 530.899.2661. mooneyfarms.com (p. 16 and 41).
Pacific Sun Gourmet olive oil is owned and operated by the Flynn family—Jane Flynn is the owner and her son Brendon Flynn is the general manager. 22880 Gerber Rd, Gerber. 530.385.1475. info@pacificsunolive oil.com; pacificsunoliveoil.com (41).
Sutter Buttes Olive Oil Company produces infused extra-virgin olive oil blends, such as Basil, Garlic, Meyer Lemon, and Rosemary, from local and natural ingredients. 530.682.1006. sales@sutterbuttesoliveoil.com. sutterbuttesoliveoil.com(41).
Tehama Gold Certified Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil is produced by California natives who take pride in farming organically for over 30 years and support local organic olive growers in our region. 530.833.0119. On Facebook and at tehamagold.com/oils.htm (41).
RESTAURANTS
In addition to receptions, casual outdoor gatherings, large corporate functions and intimate dinners, Bacio Catering offers delicious, healthy take-away foods. Carry-out dishes are ready for you to re-heat or simply enjoy right out of the case. Fresh salad entrées, grilled meats, family dinners & sweet bites - ready to go for your weekday meals. 1903 Park Ave, Chico; 530.345.7787; baciocatering.com (p. 20).
Both restaurant and caterer, Broadway Heights offers its signature salads, focaccia sandwiches, and pizza, as well as dinner entrées. Mon–Thur , 11–8:30; Fri & Sat 11–9; Sun 11–5. Upstairs at 300 Broadway, Chico. 530.899.8075, broadwayheightschico.com (p. 7).
Located in Dunsmuir’s historic district, Café Maddalena is famous for its warm ambience and fresh Mediterranean cuisine. Chef/owner Brett LaMott is a veteran of some of San Francisco’s finest establishments. His seasonal menu and daily specials use ingredients chosen for their authenticity, quality and freshness and are paired with Spanish, French and Italian wines from small, artisanal producers. Dinner served Thurs–Sun 5–10 pm. 5801 Sacramento Ave, Dunsmuir; 530.235.2725; cafemaddalena.com (p. 45).
At Farm Star Pizza, the farmer is the star behind the seasonal farm-fresh pizza toppings. Eat-in or take-out. Tues–Sat 11:30–9 pm; Sun & Mon 4–9 pm. 2359 The Esplanade, Chico. 530.343.2056. farmstarpizza.com (p. 3).
At Jim & Leigh Ann Byerly's Farwood Bar & Grill in downtown Orland, Leigh commits to using local products. Located at 705 Fifth St. on the corner of Highway 32, a few blocks from I-5. 530.865.9900. farwoodbarandgrill.com (p. 44).
Grilla Bites restaurants, located in Redding and Chico, offer a menu built around organic and natural ingredients-in their soups , sandwiches, entrées, and amazing salad bar. 1427 Market St, Redding, 530.242.6656, grillabites.com and 196 Cohasset Rd, Chico, 530.343.4876, grillabites.com (p. 35).
Moonstone Bistro proprietors Tanya & Ché Stedman proudly offer an eclectic menu of mouth-watering appetizers, entrées, and desserts hand-crafted by Chef Ché and his kitchen staff from local organic products, some harvested from their own garden. Open Tues–Sat 11 am–10 pm, Sun 10–2. 3425 Placer St, Suite 110, Redding; 530.241.3663; moonstonebistro.com(p. 9).
Chef Craig Thomas and his wife Maria Venturino bring Bay Area experience to the charming Red Tavern. Locally grown, seasonal organic produce and meats are featured in the Mediterranean influenced, California cuisine. Open Mon–Sat at 5:30 pm. 1250 The Esplanade, Chico. Reservations: 530.894.3463. redtavern.com (p. 45).
David and Kelly Gomez, owners of Roots Catering in Chico, offer years of experience and a commitment to using the freshest local products. David is a certified executive chef, who also trained at the famed American Culinary Institute in Hyde Park, NY. Read more about David and Kelly in the Notable Edibles section of the Fall edition of Edible Shasta-Butte magazine. 3221 The Esplanade, Chico. 530.891.4500. rootscatering.com (p. 5).
Community-minded Upper Crust Bakery and Eatery is dedicated to the craftsmanship of artisan pastries and interesting lunch items from sandwiches to salads to pasta. 130 Main St, Chico. 530.895.3866. uppercrustchico.com (p. 21).
Woodside Grill at the Gaia Hotel is a haven for sustainably aware diners, who come for the expertly grilled steaks, fish, and chicken, plus artisan comfort food with a gourmet twist. Gaia Shasta Hotel, 4125 Riverside Pl, Anderson; 530.365.7077, 877.778.3977. gaiashasta.com/dining.asp (p. 3)
RETAIL FOOD MARKETS
Chico Natural Foods Cooperative is your year-round farmers’ market and source for organically grown and sustainably farmed fruit, vegetables, meats and poultry, local breads, jams, beverages, gluten-free products, and vegan items. Open daily 7:30 am to 10 pm. 818 Main Street, Chico; 530.891-1713; chiconatural.com.
A true grocery store, Kents Meat and Groceries specialize in offering organic, farm-fresh produce. Open seven days each week, Kents carries a number of local products including Kathy’s Doggone Good Beef Jerky. 8080 Airport Road, Redding, 530.365.4322; 800.536.8717; kentsmeatsandgroc.com (p. 9).
Nature’s Pantry caters to a healthy lifestyle with organic and alternative products: gluten-free, sugar-free, salt-free, and vegan options; vitamins, supplements, herbs and essential oils; organic cleansers, lotions, children’s products; and special orders. Located at 6008D Clark Rd, Paradise (in the Safeway shopping center). Open Mon–Thu 9 am–6 pm, Fri 9 am–4 pm, Sun noon–4 pm. 530.872.0549. naturespantry@sbcgobal.net.
The Orchard Nutrition Center at 221 Locust St in the Cypress Square Shopping Center in Redding offers a broad range of groceries, vitamins, dietary supplements, and much, much more. Open 7 days a week 9 am–9 pm; 530.244.9600; orchardnutrition.com. (p. 1)
R&R Quality Meats is a true old-time butcher shop. Do you have a special need? Check with R&R’s friendly and knowlegeable staff. Selection of beef, pork, lamb, poultry, seafood, deli meats, cheeses, and more are on offer. 2105 East St, Redding. 530.241-7770. randrqualitymeats.net (p. 19).
S & S Organic Produce & Natural Foods offers a complete range of locally grown organic produce and products, vitamins and dietary supplements, fresh meat and fish in The Meat Market and delicious barbeque and sandwiches made to order in The Deli. In Chico at 1924 Mangrove Ave; 530.343.4930; ssproduce.net (p. 33).
WINES & WINERIES
Established 1984, Alpen Cellars is situated at the foot of towering craggy peaks in rugged Trinity County. Winemaker Keith Groves offers a selection of lively, full-bodied wines with subtle undertones—Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer, Riesling, Pinot Noir & Pinot Gris. Get the details in the Fall 2009 edible Shasta-Butte magazine. 530.266.9513; winemaker@alpencellars.com; alpencellars.com (inside front cover).
Owned and operated by Tom Burnham and Jim Tomasini, Burnsini Vineyards, LLC, produces Petite Sirah, Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese, and the blend Tehama Red entirely on their 10 acres in Cottonwood. Read about the “Burnsinis” in the Winter 2009 edible Shasta-Buttemagazine. 530.347.4765; burnsinivineyards@aol.com; burnsini.com (IFC).
Steve and Creasia at Gale Vineyards and Winery handcraft their wines from Butte County’s finest grapes into six unique wines—Rosé di Primitivo, Tempranillo, Primitivo, Melange, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Sangiovese. Wine Club. 9345 Stanford Ln, Durham. 530.891.1264; galevineyards.com (IFC).
Since 1992, family-owned HoneyRun Winery has created great-tasting wines from Kosher honey, blackberries, cranberries, elderberries, and cherries with no added sulfites or preservatives. Tasting weekdays 9–4 at 2309 Park Ave, Chico. 530.345.6405; honeyrun.com (IBC).
LaRocca Vineyards & Winery grows organic grapes and produces organic wines free of sulfites on 200 acres near Forest Ranch. Regulars at the Chico Thursday evening and Saturday morning farmers’ markets, they also offer tours and tastings by appointment: 800.808.WINE; wine@laroccavineyards.com;
New Clairvaux Vineyard. Since 2000, the monks at this Cistercian monastery in Vina have been growing grapes to produce a variety of wines—Albarino, Viognier, Trebbiano, Petit Sirah, Syrah, Tempranillo, Barbera, Abbots Reserve, New Tempranillo and Syrah Rosé. Tasting room open 7 days a week 11 am–5 pm (except Holy Days). 530.839.2200. mail@newclairvauxvineyard.com;
Bertagna Son Kissed Vineyard owners Berton and Carol Bertagna proudly offer their Barbera, Petite Sirah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Pinot Grigio, and Red Blend wines to Wine Club members and to shoppers at numerous Butte County outlets and restaurants. Check bertagnawine.com for details. Tastings by appointment. 3363 Hegan Ln, Chico. 530.343.1623; bertagnawine.com (IFC).
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