Wine and weed, two star-crossed lovers. Photo credit: Canna Obscura. As fall approaches, cannabis and grape growers alike prepare for the harvest season. Many consider Northern California the mecca for these crops. However, the two industries may be neighbors, but they haven’t quite worked out their boundaries yet. Wine and Weed: Same, but Different? To little … [Read more...] about Wine and Weed: A Shakespearean Take on the two Crops
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Cannabis Tea: Benign Beverage of Nowadays
Cuppa cannabis tea. Photo credit: FabrikaSimf In most nations, including the U.S., drinking tea first thing in the morning is the standard. Black, green, white and Pu’er or loose-leaf teas are the most popular. Cannabis tea is another type of tea that has lately acquired popularity. That is for a lot of reasons; the most important of which are relaxation and decreasing loads … [Read more...] about Cannabis Tea: Benign Beverage of Nowadays
The Mad Brewers of the West Coast
Mad River Brewing's Steelhead Extra Pale Ale. Photo credit: Mad River Brewing. Nestled by the banks of the Mad River in the sleepy town of Blue Lake, California lies Mad River Brewing. It is a place where dreams come true. Especially if one’s dream is about craft beer. Feeling like kids carrying golden tickets, Emerald toured the brewery, which Mad River’s own … [Read more...] about The Mad Brewers of the West Coast
Stuffin’ Muffins Recipe by Emerald
Stuffin' Muffins. Photo credit: Shutterstock. As the harvest season approaches (and the summer heat continues), we are eagerly awaiting autumn, and the dreaming of fall favorites. While these savory muffins make a great Thanksgiving treat, we are taking the opportunity to dig into some good ole comfort food ahead of the upcoming holiday season. Emerald's Stuffin' Muffins … [Read more...] about Stuffin’ Muffins Recipe by Emerald
Emerald’s Southern Red Velvet Cake
Homemade Sweet Red Velvet Cake. Photo credit: Envato. Emerald's Southern Red Velvet Cake Start to finish: about 1 hour Serves: approximately six Ingredients for Cake 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil 1 cup buttermilk 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon … [Read more...] about Emerald’s Southern Red Velvet Cake
