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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Localicious: For the Love of Ghee

What’s better than butter? Butter made from organic, pasture-raised cows already has a dense profile of health-giving nutrients, and it’s hard to deny the love for a food that leaves […]

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Localicious: The Cutting Edge

If you could choose only one piece of cookware for your kitchen, what would it be? An 8-inch chef’s knife would be your best investment, say local cutlery experts Kathleen […]

Localicious: Local Brewers Add Spice to Life … One Teacup at a Time

The reasons for brewing a cup of tea are many, whether seeking a unique flavor or a remedy, continuing a tradition or enhancing a visit, or simply enjoying something warm […]

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Localicious: The Corn On Your Plate

Corn has been a staple grain of many cultures’ diets for centuries, with the earliest uses dating back to approximately 5000 B.C.E. Cultivated in an array of colors, yellow and […]

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Localicious: What’s In Your Lunch Box?

With the hubbub of the new school year and getting everyone back into the routine of early mornings, homework and afterschool activities, healthy lunches can make all the difference in […]

Localicious: Picnic Fun

Warm weather and delicious fresh foods make picnics a perfect summer outing while enjoying the beauty of nature! Getting together with family and friends in combination with a healthy meal […]

Dunsmuir Elementary School science teacher Spencer Adkisson and some of his students prepare to get hands-on with their sauerkraut-making project led by David Edmondson of Salt and Savour.

Localicious: Sauerkraut – A Tradition Reborn, One “Culture” At A Time

You may wonder how our ancestors were able to preserve food without refrigerators, freezers, and modern canning techniques. Well, you could say that in addition to cellars, lacto-fermentation (lactic acid […]

Localicious: Celebrating The History & Traditions Of Cinco De Mayo

Most of us are familiar with the Mexican holiday, Cinco de Mayo. Many celebrate it annually with their favorite Mexican cuisine, margaritas, and maybe even a piñata. Do we understand […]

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Three Tips For Creating A Lifetime Of Healthy Eating Habits In Children

Establishing healthy eating habits early in a child’s life is crucial to growing a healthy body and fostering a respect for nature’s best preventative medicine. As a nutrition consultant and […]

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Edible Spring Planting

Spring is around the corner. It is time to start planning and preparing your garden beds to make room for your edible summer garden! Here are tips to get you […]

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Localicious: Valentine Honey for Your Sweetie

Few people can resist a little sweet something from someone special when Valentine’s Day arrives. The neat trick is to find something healthful in that treat. Honey’s wonderful flavor and […]

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Staying Healthy During the Cold & Flu Season – Whole Foods As Preventative Medicine

It can be challenging to stay healthy during the long winter months. For some, illness begins at the start of the school year and can carry on through the holidays […]

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