Gratitude Gourmet

01/10/2026

Native bee balm (Monarda) can support over 94 species of native bees, providing abundant nectar through its tubular red flowers from mid-summer through early fall. Its extended bloom period fills a critical gap when many other flowers have finished. Turf grass lawns provide zero food value for pollinators.

01/10/2026

HappyCow has named the best vegan restaurant in the world for 2025.

The ranking system is based on millions of HappyCow reviews and analyzed overall rating as well as the quality, quantity, and recency of feedback before naming Asante as the number one vegan restaurant in the world for 2025.

Read more on the PBN website.

01/10/2026

01/10/2026

If you like beer, 110 is a good one to purchase as it benefits non profit Russian Riverkeeper 🌲

We are excited to announce our new partnership with Russian Riverkeeper, the local non-profit entrusted with protecting, restoring and advocating for the Russian River! The river flows from Mendocino County 110 miles southwest to the Pacific Ocean through the majestic redwoods of Sonoma County. It is our community’s most vital natural resource. After Russian River 110 West Coast Pils (RR110) was first released only months ago, Vinnie and I knew right away that this beer had a higher purpose! This year we are ramping up production and bottling it for the first time for release at both pubs and throughout our distribution footprint. A portion of the net sales of RR110 bottles (and future cans) will be donated to Russian Riverkeeper for the foreseeable future! RR110 is currently available on tap at both pubs with bottles coming this Friday. Heading out for full distribution beginning later this week! Cheers!

01/09/2026

Looking for a protein-packed, fiber-filled dinner for Veganuary? 🌱 These baked black bean tacos deliver big flavor with simple ingredients, making them perfect for Taco Tuesday—or any busy weeknight. Hearty, satisfying, and 100% plant-based, they’re proof that eating vegan can be both nourishing and seriously delicious. 🌮 https://vegnews.com/recipes/vegan-baked-black-bean-tacos

01/09/2026

Looks like a great talk!

Free virtual event Jan 27, 7 p.m. Discover how fungi create underground networks connecting trees with mushroom expert Christian Schwarz.

01/04/2026

Resolutions can be amazing opportunities to set new intentions and make new habits in the new year. Consider making a new habit of protecting animals in small and large ways.

Here are some of our 2026 Resolutions for Wildlife! 📝

01/03/2026

Powerful article which shows we must protect our earth and atmosphere

Trillions of bacteria, fungi, viruses and single-celled organisms travel the globe high in the atmosphere. Scientists are finding that they play a role in the weather and our health.

01/01/2026

12/31/2025

Library Talk: Fruit Tree Pruning for Health!

Date & Time:
January 10, 2026 from 11:00am to 12:30pm

Location:
Central Park Library
2635 Homestead Road
Santa Clara, CA 95051

This is an in-person event.
Registration is not required for this free event.

About the Event:

Fruit tree pruning isn’t just cosmetic – it directly affects the tree’s health, growth, and fruit quality and it improves fruit production. Controlling the size and shape keeps the tree at a manageable height for harvesting, spraying, and netting.

If you want to learn more about when and how to prune your fruit trees, come and attend our Master Gardener Talk, presented by Master Gardener and Horticulturist Kalpana Jain. She has decades of experience growing fruit trees