The period between summer and fall is my favorite fruit season, when it seems as if every fruit imaginable is available in one's backyard or at a local farmers' market, from late-season stone fruit ...

In the early 19th century, Harvard-educated Congregational minister Jonathan Fisher planted an orchard at his homestead, on the Blue Hill peninsula. Improbably, one of his original pear trees still ...

We make a lot of fuss over heirloom peach varieties that date back to the 1960s and tomatoes that go back as far as the 1930s. But did you know that the Bartlett pear, that standard grocery store ...

Peak pear season in the Pacific Northwest begins in August and ends by October. During the months that fresh local pears are not available, canned pears are a great option and ready to use anytime!

We make a lot of fuss over heirloom peach varieties that date back to the 1960s and tomatoes that go back as far as the 1930s. But did you know that the Bartlett pear, that standard grocery store ...

The yellow pear tomato is an heirloom tomato, a bite size, old-time favorite. This historic mini-tomato can trace its lineage back to the 1700s in Europe. During the 1800s, this sweet, small, ...

For the vinaigrette: Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees. Spread the walnuts onto a lined baking sheet and roast for 5 to 10 minutes until fragrant but not burnt. Transfer all but 2 tablespoons of the ...