North State Parent magazine

A MAGAZINE SERVING FAMILIES IN BUTTE, GLENN, SHASTA, SISKIYOU & TEHAMA COUNTIES SINCE 1993

Localicious

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.

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The Mouth-Watering Magic of Strawberries

Is there anything more delightful than a child’s wide smile…etched in the juice of fresh-from-the-field strawberries? Ripening on the vine by late spring, strawberries are often the first fruit to […]

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Localicious: A Closer Look Into School Gardens

Over the last decade of working with children in school gardens I have learned that when children are involved in the process of growing food, they will eat just about […]

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Localicous: Glorious Greens Year Round!

In recent years, the value of adding nutrient-rich greens to our diet has caught the attention of consumers, resulting in an explosion of available options. Not so long ago, the […]

Localicious: Delectable Dairy Alternatives

These days, more and more people are searching for alternatives to dairy products. As dairy-free options become more popular, they are also getting easier to find. Whether prompted by a […]

Localicious: Food for Thought

Since the 1800s, people have said, “You are what you eat.” With today’s fast-paced lifestyle and an overabundance of junk food readily available, that phrase has become even more poignant. […]

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Localicious: The Gift of Pie

When you arrive on someone’s doorstep with a pie in hand, you know you’re going to get a smile. The smell of pie magically draws us back to our childhood, […]

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Localicious: Two North State Companies Make Pizza Healthy

To get our kids to eat enough vegetables, many of us become the parental equivalent of covert operatives; we find ourselves hiding veggies in food the way cold-war spies hid […]

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Localicious: Salsa, Family Style!

Salsa is a summer staple in our house, and we don’t just use it as a dip for chips. We add salsa to tacos, salads, baked potatoes, burgers, fajitas, eggs, […]

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Localicious: Easy Campsite Cooking

Camping season is underway! If you’re anything like me, making meals from an ice chest and camp stove can be a bit daunting. Below are some simple go-to recipes that […]

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Mushrooms – The Delectable, Impeccable, Medicinal Fruits of the Forest

Fungi. Gotta admit, that has a nice ring to it! Not all fungi, aka mushrooms, are created equal. However, one thing is for sure: the right ones can assist in […]

Localicious – The Extraordinary Birthday Party

A child’s birthday is a special time, a milestone filled with laughter, joy and fun.  Whether celebrating with friends, family, or both, there is nothing better than seeing the excitement on […]

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Kitchen Gadgets That Help Make Cooking Fun

Instead of our typical Localicious column, this month we present fun kitchen gadgets to help the whole family be inspired in the kitchen! We found a little inspiration ourselves in […]

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