Chickpeas vs Garbanzo Beans: Same or different?

We've made things awfully confusing, haven't we? Our bags are labelled as garbanzo beans but we often call out chickpeas in recipes. Funny, and particular. We happen to love the name 'Garbanzo'. It's fun, punchy, feels elevated. And then chickpeas somehow...

Ed Cohen: Rebel Farmer

I recently sat down to chat with our farming partner, Ed Cohen. We talked about the rebellious nature of surfing and farming, how to grow food without water, and the challenges of farming ethically in an industrialized food system. Our discussion...

(Heirloom) Bean Stories

Heirloom beans are beans that have been passed down through generations. Oftentimes, you might find a similar variety, called by a different name, in different parts of the world. This nomenclature pays homage to the migratory path that each seed...

Are Heirloom Beans Better?

The name 'heirloom' connotes the passage of time and a sense of allure and quality. But when it comes to beans, what does heirloom really mean and can you really taste the difference? I remember once hearing Chef Dominique Crenn describe the experience of...

Dry Farming

Drought is a problem in many parts of the world and here, within the US, California is in a particularly perilous position when it comes to water supply. That's why dry farming is giving us reason to smile amidst otherwise...

2023: The Pursuit of Slow

Hello 2023. Where does the time go? The push and pull of modern life and our desire to slow down carries us forward. Here, we share reflections on how we're feeling and the lessons we'll carry with us into the year ahead.   ...