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Localicious is a monthly column celebrating food in the North State. If you would like to suggest a food-related business or organization, email us at localicious@northstateparent.com.

Breakfast to Fuel Students – Localicious

By Amy Gonzales, MS, RD | July 28, 2020

Yogurt Parfaits You Can Prep Ahead Who is excited to get the kids back to school and a routine? This year back-to-school looks a little different. Whether your kids are […]

Farmer's Market Produce In Norther California

Farmers Market Fun for the Whole Family- Localicious

By Sara Barry | June 30, 2020

You can find farmers markets all over. From town greens to city parks, rest stops on highways to roadside stands; farmers are offering their wares. Farmers markets are a great […]

MOM's Pigs in a blanket with sweet potato fries and ketchup

Gluten-Free Tastes Good- Localicious

By Erin Bianchi | May 30, 2020

This month I wanted to offer a few fun recipes that also happen to be gluten-free. Whether your family suffers from gluten sensitivities or not, give these recipes a whirl. […]

Treat Mom - a family at a mother's day picnic

Treat Mom – Localicious

By Amy Gonzales, MS, RD | April 30, 2020

Treat Mom to a Peaceful Picnic in the Backyard or a Beautiful North State Spot I think we can agree that moms appreciate not having to cook or clean on […]

First Foods for Baby

By Erin Bianchi | March 27, 2020

Localicious: First Foods for Baby Hi, families with young babies. This one’s for you! Giving someone their first real taste of food can be so daunting. Let’s break it down […]

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Easy Cooking for Teens

By Amy Gonzales, MS, RD | February 27, 2020

Bonding with Your Teen Over Breakfast Burritos A New Way to Connect Are you looking for a new way to connect with your teenager? Something to peel their eyes up […]

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Farm School Learning Adventures

By Erin Bianchi | January 30, 2020

I had the pleasure of interviewing Niki Harris of California Heritage Farms for this month’s Localicious column. Niki and her husband Rich have been dreaming of developing a farm version […]

Family Meals for the Win

By Amy Gonzales, MS, RD | December 27, 2019

Put a New Spin on Your New Year’s Resolution Instead of a personal resolution, how about making a New Year’s resolution that is good for the whole family? Consider resolving […]

Playful & Light Holiday Treats

By Erin Bianchi | November 30, 2019

As we make our way through one more month of holiday treats, I wanted to bring in a little fun food play for my kids that wasn’t solely focused […]

Thankful for Farmers

By Deborah Peel | October 29, 2019

It’s a time to give thanks to the farmers and ranchers who provide great food in plenty at Thanksgiving and all through the year. From the bottom of our hearts […]

Halloween Sweet Treats

By Erin Bianchi | September 30, 2019

Here’s a warm welcome to October, and the kick-off of the holiday season! I love entering these months of celebration with the added excitement from children in tow. Starting up […]

Farmer’s Market Stew

By Mandi Metzger | August 27, 2019

The Importance of Eating Foods That Are In-Season & Locally Grown Check out our recipe for Farmer’s Market Stew that inspires the use of in-season and local food. Is it […]