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A good Waldorf salad recipe isn’t about getting everything “just right.” It’s about working with what’s fresh, what’s in your kitchen, and what sounds good that day. The original Waldorf salad was created in the 1890s by the maître d’ of the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York City. It included only diced red-skinned apples, celery, and mayonnaise. Chopped walnuts were
Karen Morss, aka the Lemon Lady, an author, pilot, and pioneering Silicon Valley–entrepreneur-turned-farmer, died in December 2018. Karen was a passionate producer of the most fabulous Meyer lemons and a favorite grower and friend to The FruitGuys. She was an inspiration to women interested in aviation, business, dog sled races, farming, poodles, and writing. “Sadly, Karen passed away on December
Face it: your desk could use some help. There are stacks of papers everywhere, unfiled documents mingling with takeout menus. Your keyboard is so filled with crumbs that it crunches when you type. And despite the fact that your coworkers gave you the iconic “A clean desk is the sign of a sick mind” plaque, cleaning your desk makes a
For anyone who exercises regularly, the signs of sliding off track are usually clear: Those kettlebells you so lovingly swung for months suddenly seem to have lost their former charm; the treadmill you once crushed leaves you listless; you’ve gone from high-intensity interval training (HIIT) to mostly sitting. It’s time to face the uncomfortable truth—your fitness routine has fallen into
Cauliflower is nutritious and delicious! This versatile vegetable is a great substitute for high-carb foods—it can be used for soups, stews, salads, rice, mashes, and more. It’s also a great source of vitamin C, fiber, and potassium. Orange zest and juice brighten this simple recipe for roasted cauliflower. Try pairing roasted cauliflower with protein and other roasted vegetables. Adapted from Bon Appetit INGREDIENTS 1 head cauliflower, cut into
The FruitGuys has donated nearly eight million servings of farm-fresh fruit to people in need across the United States over the last five years, with almost 2 million servings in 2018 alone. The FruitGuys GoodWorks program fights hunger through direct produce donations from our warehouses and from generous FruitGuys clients via our Donate-a-Crate program. As the nonprofit arm of the
Canning helps us make new family traditions and memories. This year included a kitchen covered in splashes of red pomegranate juice, mashing batches of persimmons to music, and making massive amounts of spaghetti sauce with my brother’s family, kids and all. I often hear stories like these from canners about how canning brings family and friends together throughout the seasons. I love canning
How can we be happier at work? This question seems well worth pursuing, given how much time we spend there, and the way in which happiness spills from one area of our lives into all the others. I recently came across The Art of Happiness at Work, a collaboration between His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Dr. Howard C. Cutler,
Juicy, refreshing, and packed with vitamin C, orange citrus comes into season on the West Coast just in time to brighten winter tables—and help combat the season’s colds and flu. California’s specialty citrus crops are at their peak from December to March, which makes it a great time to discover dozens of ways to liven up your daily diet and
January marks a fresh start, a time for setting goals and making resolutions generally geared toward self-improvement: Time to get fit, eat more healthfully, declutter your home, etc. But a new year can also be an ideal time to take stock of your professional situation. You don’t need to be a C-level executive to have a career plan. If you’re
For some people, having the “winter blues”—feeling down, dragging, and detached during the long months of short days—is more than just an expression. Those who suffer from seasonal affective disorder (SAD) find the lack of sunlight can turn wintertime into a daily struggle. According to the Mayo Clinic, “…SAD is a type of depression that’s related to changes in seasons…”
Whether you’re a novice runner or an ultra-marathoner, running in winter nearly always means making some adjustments to your regimen. As the seasons change, so does your gear, your preparation, and your routine. But shifting into the chilly season doesn’t need to be jarring or unpleasant. Whether your winter weather is cold and crisp or decidedly more damp and dismal,
Happy New Year to you! We say this sincerely. Our fruitful connections, we value them dearly. We’re grateful for you and the part that you play in helping The FruitGuys succeed every day. The farmers who foster our bonds with the land are heroes unsung in the fields where they stand. Our vendors, advisors, and experts galore have values, integrity
Taking your lunch to work every day can save you a lot of money—and calories. But getting in the habit can be a challenge. Scrounging in the fridge at 7 a.m. to try and throw something together for lunch is not the way to spend your workweek mornings. The solution? Meal prep. Take an hour or two on Sunday to
Looking to make your team happy without breaking the budget? Sometimes the best things in life are pretty simple and low-cost. We did an informal poll of office workers to see what little perks were meaningful to them, and the results show that you don’t always have to think big to show your appreciation. Tea. “We have a big selection
New Year’s resolutions. Is there any yearly writing exercise that’s more fraught? Making New Year’s resolutions is supposed to be a helpful practice about self-reflection and goal-setting but all too often the whole endeavor turns into a practice that’s more stressful than helpful. This season, try integrating these five approaches into crafting resolutions you’ll keep. You might find that as
A workplace fitness challenge can do some great things for your team or your company. Yes, it provides exercise and promotes health, but it does more than that, too. Even though a fitness challenge may have a competitive element, the fun and camaraderie it inspires help foster teamwork and cooperation that can bring a workplace together. Exercise-based wellness challenges can
Paella has been a favorite in Spanish homes for centuries. Most historians agree that this rice-based dish originated in the Spanish city of Valencia, which has been a significant producer of rice for more than a thousand years. Paella’s historical roots are very humble, as it was primarily food for working-class people who would often eat right out of the communal pan it
We recently discussed the growing criticism of open office layouts, largely because of the noise and distractions that can undermine productivity. Nonetheless, open floor plans are likely here to stay, experts say, because they’re cheaper to build than private offices or cubicles. So, the question remains: How can you bring a little enclosure to your open office when you and
The sunchoke, aka Jerusalem artichoke, is the tuber from a very tall sunflower-like plant that originated in North America and looks a bit like ginger root. Sunchokes are mild and quite easy to cook. Their flavor is reminiscent of artichoke hearts and potatoes. They are a delightful accompaniment to almost any meal, and their flavor pairs well with a wide variety of
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