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fter a year of ups and downs, things are looking good for wineries in the Pajaro Valley. That is according to two long-standing wineries, both nestled in the Pleasant Valley area between Watsonville and Aptos. Alfaro Family Vineyard-Winery was first established in 1997 by Richard and Mary Kay Alfaro. Richard Alfaro says that the winery has weathered the pandemic well—whenever they could be open, they were, and production kept moving forward despite the crisis and the devastating wildfires that hit California last year. In addition, their vineyards are currently in “beautiful shape,” he said, adding that they anticipate a good harvest later this year. “We’re doing fantastic,” he said. “The local support has been overwhelming… We very much appreciate it. We’re really excited about being able to open up more in the coming weeks.” On June 15, most Covid-19 restrictions across California were lifted. Previously closed businesses were allowed to reopen, vaccinated people do not have to wear masks in most places, and capacities can increase. Alfaro says that their team is 100% vaccinated, and are feeling comfortable with the rules changing. Still, they plan to keep their wine tasting operation outdoors and they recommend reservations.

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Now, they are focusing on summer wine tasting as well as preparing for this year’s harvest. “The cellar will be quiet until we start harvest… we are anticipating a beautiful one this year,” Marguerite Nicholson said. “The plants are very healthy.” Ryan Alfaro, son of Richard Alfaro and as of last year the winery’s head winemaker, echoed that observation. “We are really excited for this year’s wine,” he said. “The vines are extremely healthy. We didn’t get lots of rain, so we had to water quite a bit. But the warm weather is good… as long as temperatures stay moderate. That was the main issue last year—those hot spells, going up into the 100s… and you never know when it’s going to happen.” He added that last year, the winery went 100 percent estate, which means they now only work with grapes from vineyards they own and manage themselves. “We’ve been trying to do that for years,” he said. “2020 sort of kickstarted it… working close to home, having complete control.” Marguerite says that while the winery is their secondary business, it’s what they most love. “We have been blessed with the opportunity to be stewards of this land for almost 30 years,” she said. “We raised our children here, now our grandkids are running around… It’s just something that we love to do.”

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Nicholson Vineyards 2800 Pleasant Valley Road, Aptos Website: nicholsonvineyards.com Established in 2004, Nicholson Vineyards produces 1,500 to 2,000 cases annually, concentrating its small lot production on the use of fruit from the estate and other special vineyards primarily in the Central Coast Region. Currently holding outdoor wine tasting on weekends. Reservations recommended.

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“From customer feedback… they seem to really like how we’ve been doing it,” he said. “It’s a better experience, more intimate. We thought, ‘Let’s just keep it this way!’” Alfaro said they are also looking forward to having their food partners return. They had watched many of them struggle just to survive during the pandemic. “That was probably the most traumatic part of the past year,” he said. “It will be wonderful to see them coming back.” Not far from Alfaro Family Vineyard-Winery is Nicholson Vineyards (2800 Pleasant Valley Road). They too are looking forward to less regulations, said Marguerite Nicholson, who owns the winery with husband Brian. “We’re very excited about the Covid changes lifting,” she said. “We have a beautiful outdoor space, with lots of shade… We want to invite more people to come by.” Like Alfaro, Nicholson’s outdoor tasting and reservation system will remain. But in addition, Nicholson will soon start up its Summer Series, featuring more food options and live music. They have a special five-wine tasting flight available, and Marguerite Nicholson says they always have more wine options for people to enjoy based on their tastes. Nicholson Vineyards just finished bottling their last cases of the season.

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GARDENING always disappears quickly. They can also be stuffed and frozen for a simple pop-in-the-oven dinner.

Freezing Freshly picked and washed produce can be placed in a resealable plastic bag or container and stored in the freezer. If you have an abundance of tomatoes that you will be canning, this is an excellent way to retain that fresh flavor while waiting for enough ripe fruit to warrant firing up the stove. Peas and beans should be hulled before freezing, but those pods can be tossed into a separate freezer bag to be used to make soup stock come winter.

Canning Canning tomatoes is an easy way to store food from your garden. The acidity in tomatoes makes them far less likely to develop mold. That being said, enlist the help of an experienced canner and be sure to follow food safety guidelines whenever canning.

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Got vegetables? A Top five methods to preserve your harvest By KATE RUSSELL

fter all the work home gardeners have done preparing garden beds, pulling weeds and irrigating, summer is normally a time of plenty. Plenty to harvest, plenty to store, and what on earth are you going to do with all those zucchini? You can make the most of your garden harvest by keeping everything fresh and harvesting fruits and vegetables as soon as they are ready. Leaving them on the vine or

stem for too long can attract pests and diseases. Flavor and texture also tend to deteriorate over time.

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Fruits can be simmered and pureed and then either canned or frozen. They can also be dried into fruit leather. Vegetables can be cooked, pureed, and then frozen for later use in soups, casseroles, and other recipes. All those zucchini can be cooked into Chocolate Zucchini Cake for a popular dessert that

Many fruits and vegetables from your garden can be dried for future use and easy storage. Grapes, peas and beans can be dried at room temperature. For other foods, you can use a commercial dehydrator or your oven. Times and temperatures vary, depending on the type of food and its thickness. You can look online or go to your local library for specific instructions.

Gifting Sometimes, your garden will simply produce more food than you can use. Family, friends and neighbors should always top the list when your garden produces abundance. Local food banks and other charities are nearly always happy to accept donations of fresh fruits and vegetables. Rather than tossing out the fruits of your labor, make the most of your harvest with these simple methods for prolonging your garden's shelf life. Kate Russell is a UCCE master gardener.

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Soba noodles with toasted sesame seed sauce By SARAH RINGLER

alty and slightly sweet, this simple recipe makes an ideal light meal. It’s from the “Vegetarian Planet” by Didi Emmons. It is my favorite vegetarian cookbooks and is filled with restaurant quality dishes.

Using both toasted sesame seeds and toasted sesame seed oil, it really honors the tiny seed. The plant is native to sub-Saharan Africa but has spread around the world and grows easily in tropical regions. Scientists believe that people figured out how to farm the seeds more than 5,500 years ago. It is one of oldest oil seed crops

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1/2 cup hulled white sesame seeds 8 ounces dried soba noodles large pot salted water for cooking noodles 2 tablespoons Chinese black vinegar or balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon sugar 2-3 tablespoons soy sauce 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger 1 garlic clove, minced 1 teaspoon dark toasted sesame oil 5 green onions, white and green parts chopped finely 3 cups broccoli, cut into bite sized pieces, blanched Prepare ginger, garlic, green onions and broccoli. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Pour the sesame seeds into a cake pan. Toast the seeds for 10 to 12 minutes in the oven until they are a rich, brown color. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the noodles and cook for 5-6 minutes or until just tender. Drain and rinse with cold water. Drain and rinse again. Set aside. In a large bowl, mix vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, sesame oil and green onions. Add the noodles and the toasted sesame seeds. Mix well. Lightly steam the broccoli until it is bright green and just tender. Drain and add to the large bowl. Mix the noodles, broccoli and sauce. Let sit for at least 30 minutes at room temperature before serving. Serves 3-4.

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