First Tomato Of The Season!

EncinoMom - First Tomato Of The Season sliced

Here it is; the first tomato of the season. This sun-ripened Lemon Boy was the first to the table from the vine. Right from the garden, sliced and sprinkled with a little freshly ground salt and pepper, a squeeze from … continue . . .

My Name is Lisa, and I’m a Tomato Maniac

Back home the mud meets the mat. . .

“Hi, Lisa.” Walk with us through Encino on this lovely Sunday morning as we trudge through the mud to Tomatomania at Tapia Brothers (Hayvenhurst & 101). We started the morning at Encino Elementary’s Pancake Palooza where we had lavish lattes … continue . . .

Summer’s Here! Fire Up The Grill For The Fourth!

EncinoMom - Summer's Here! Fire Up The Grill For The Fourth!

The start of a wonderful meal, garden fresh fruits and veggies. I shop at the local farmer’s market for the foods I don’t grow in my own garden. Here are my fresh summer veggies, ready to roast. Luscious tomatoes, baby … continue . . .