Fall is here and the leaves are falling, the air is brisk and we are almost getting ready to say good-bye to our flip-flops (hopefully, with this crazy Cali weather) and say hello to our lovely, cozy, warm Uggs! How much I have missed them!

What is more important is that most of the summer fruits and veggies are almost out of season such as Peaches, Nectarines, Watermelon, Plums, Figs, Tomato, Corn, Eggplant, Zucchini, Summer Squash, and Blueberries! Whew, that was a list! From here on out, most of these fruits and veggies will be brought in from other countries. But no need to fear, Fall fruits and veggies are in! Here is a list of the fresh produce you can get at your local grocery store:

• Apples
• Persimmons
• Quinces
• Mushroom
• Pumpkins
• Winter Squash: Butternut Squash, Spaghetti Squash, Acorn Squash
• Shallots
• Sweet Potatoes
• Pears
• Brussel Sprouts
• Cauliflower

I will be posting exciting new recipes using these ingredients, so keep a look out!

XOXO

Chef Alina