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Kayden got a strawberry stuff’d oat bite in his soccer snack bag, and we decided to try making our own version at home with simpler ingredients. 🍓

it didn’t exactly go as planned when it came time to put them together 😅 but we got them in the oven, and they ended up being cookies instead of oat bites 😆

love being able to make homemade versions of things with ingredients we feel good about 🤍

#realfood #homemadesnacks #refinedsugarfree #cookingwithkids #fromscratchcooking

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This week in the Pajaro Valley!

🍽️ Now - Wednesday, October 28: Santa Cruz Restaurant Week

🏥 Thursday, October 22 at the Watsonville Civic Plaza Community Room: Community Town Hall Meeting on Watsonville Community Hospital

🤝 Thursday, October 22 at Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History: County Wide All Business Mixer

🍓 Thursday, October 22 at California Giant Berry Farms: Bunco Night

🧟‍♀️ Friday, October 23 at Watsonville Family YMCA: Spooktacular

📖 Saturday, October 24 at Annieglass: Free book reading and conversation

🍖 Saturday, October 24 in the East Lake Village Shopping Center: BBQ Chicken Fundraiser

🚂 Saturday, October 24 - Sunday, October 25 at Roaring Camp Railroads: Thomas and Percy’s Halloween Party

🎶 Thursday, October 22 - Saturday, October 24 at El Vaquero Winery: Tacos and Trivia (Thursday), James Durbin Solo Show! (Friday), and Rosebud (Saturday)

☕ Thursday, October 22 - Sunday, October 25 at California Coffee, Aptos, CA: Thursday Tutoring, Open Mic (Thursday), Aptos Community Creators Market (Saturday), and Sunday Funday - Natalie Devaney

🍻 Wednesday, October 28 at Fruition Brewing: Trivia Night

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Kayden’s morning oatmeal 🍌🫐🍓🥣

he measured out the oats, cut up his own fruit, and put it all together (with a little help from mom of course 😆).

I love that he’s growing up enjoying real, homemade food and learning to make more of it himself too. 🤍

#realfood #kidsinthekitchen #homemadefood #raisingindependentkids #realfoodfamily

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our very exciting Costco haul 😀😆

we go about every 3ish weeks to stock up on our usual staples. lots of meat, eggs, greek yogurt, fruit, rice, beans, and all the other basics we go through on repeat.

we keep things pretty simple — mostly whole foods, minimal ingredients, and making as much as we can at home 🤍

#costcohaul #costcofinds #realfood #groceryhaul #familylife

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What does Fair Trade look like for the people behind the harvest? 🍓

For Alicia Esmeralda González López, a harvest worker at Satsuma Farm, it means additional financial support that makes a difference for her family.

But as Alicia shares, the impact goes beyond her own experience. It's also about supporting one another and helping more families benefit.

This #FairTradeMonth, we're proud to partner with @calgiantberries to share Alicia's story and highlight the people behind Fair Trade Certified™ produce.

Hear what Fair Trade means to Alicia, in her own words.

#FairTradeCertified #FairTradeFuture #FairTradeMonth2026 #PurchaseWithPurpose
#ImprovingLivesProtectingThePlanet #LookForTheLabel

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🍎🍓🥬 EDNA 4-H FAMILY MARKET BAG FUNDRAISER! 🥕🍊🍏💚

What an AMAZING time we had at our Edna 4-H General Meeting! 🍀🎉💚

We want to give a HUGE THANK YOU to everyone who purchased a Family Market Bag! 🛍️🍎🥦 Your kindness and support mean so much to our club! Every bag purchased helps us raise money for fun activities, programs, and new opportunities for our 4-H members! 💚🌟

We also want to thank everyone who came out to our General Meeting! 🍀🤗 It was so much fun getting together, seeing everyone, and making more amazing 4-H memories! 🥰🎉

A special thank you to Talley Farms @talley.farms, @gopherglenapples Gopher Glen Apple Farm, and California Giant Berry Farms @calgiantberries for helping make our fundraiser possible! 🍓🍏🥬❤️

We are so grateful for our wonderful 4-H families, supporters, and community! We couldn’t do it without YOU! 💚🍀🫶

THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING EDNA 4-H! 🍀🐓🐴🐐💚

✍️ Written by Raegan 💚🍀

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A little morning prep makes the whole week run smoother. I wash, cut, and portion our fruit ahead of time so the family can grab it and go, and it also helps me waste less food and spend less at the grocery store.

But this is exactly what I teach inside my cooking community. It’s not just recipes. I show you how to prep smarter, shop better, save money, build confidence in the kitchen, and actually understand what you’re doing.

And this Sunday, we’re making Coq au Vin together. You’ll cook right alongside me, ask questions as we go, and I’ll walk you through everything step by step.

Plus, you’ll get access to 450+ recipes, classes, tips, techniques, and ongoing guidance inside the community.

Comment COOK and I’ll send you the details.

If you’ve been saying you want to learn how to cook with me, this Sunday is your chance.

Comment COOK.

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A little morning prep makes the whole week run smoother. I wash, cut, and portion our fruit ahead of time so the family can grab it and go, and it also helps me waste less food and spend less at the grocery store.

But this is exactly what I teach inside my cooking community. It’s not just recipes. I show you how to prep smarter, shop better, save money, build confidence in the kitchen, and actually understand what you’re doing.

And this Sunday, we’re making Coq au Vin together. You’ll cook right alongside me, ask questions as we go, and I’ll walk you through everything step by step.

Plus, you’ll get access to 450+ recipes, classes, tips, techniques, and ongoing guidance inside the community.

Comment COOK and I’ll send you the details.

If you’ve been saying you want to learn how to cook with me, this Sunday is your chance.

Comment COOK.

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Okay so i have no idea why it gave me a chipmunk voice 😂🫠 @traderjoes sponsor me! Packing me kids lunch the night before is always a win for future morning me! #packlunchwithme #explorepage✨ #sahm #momlife #militaryfamilies

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School mornings do not have to be complicated.

Fresh strawberries, Moon Drop grapes, rambutan and some bacon. Simple, filling, and my kids are fed before heading out the door.

This is what I teach inside my cooking community. How to make good food without making everything complicated.

Comment COOK and I’ll send you the details.

This Wednesday we have Chop, Slice and Dice where I’m teaching knife skills and how to cut ingredients properly and efficiently.

Friday we’re making a one pan creamy sun dried tomato chicken orzo in around 30 minutes.

Saturday we have our 5 O’Clock Somewhere class making Palomas.

You also get direct access to me, ingredient and equipment lists ahead of class, replays, and over 450 exclusive recipes and full length cooking videos.

Comment COOK and I’ll send you your special seat.

Come cook with us.

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🚛 A BIG THANK YOU to our Touch-A-Truck 2026 Sponsors! 🚛
Touch-A-Truck Salinas would not be possible without the incredible businesses, organizations, and community partners who help bring this event to life! Your support helps create an unforgettable day for families while supporting the medically fragile children and families served by Coastal Kids Home Care.
🌟 PRESENTING SPONSOR
Don Chapin Company
A tremendous thank you for your continued generosity and commitment to the children and families in our community!

💛 BIG RIG SPONSORS
Driscoll’s • Pinnacle Bank • Star One Credit Union

💛 HAULER SPONSORS
Blazer Wilkinson Gee • Duda Farm Fresh Foods • Granite Construction • Haynes Family Foundation • Joe Stretch Insurance & Financial Services, Inc. • SFO Representatives, Inc. • Sturdy Oil • West Coast Community Bank

💛 PIT STOP SPONSORS
A&S Metals & Silva Trucking • Aladin Properties • Bay Federal Credit Union • CLA • California Giant Berry Farms • EPS • Ingraham & Contreas CPA • Keith Day Company • Rental Depot • San Andreas Regional Center • Suburban Propane • Teichert Construction

💛 IN-KIND DONORS & SUPPORTERS
A&B Maintenance • Coastal Yard Signs • Graniterock • Monterey Bay Parent Magazine • Republic Services • Salinas Chronicle • Star Market • The Buzz PR

We are incredibly grateful for every sponsor and supporter who helps make our 12th Annual Touch-A-Truck possible. Thank you for fueling the fun and helping us make a difference for local children and families!
📅 Sunday, September 13
⏰ 12–4 PM
📍 Salinas Rodeo Grounds
Get your tickets through the link in our bio for Touch-A-Truck today!

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☀️ NEW RECIPE ☀️ Frozen S’mores including a boost of protein and fresh @calgiantberries! This healthy treat is easy to make and just 6 ingredients!

🎞️ keep scrolling to see how they're made.

💌 comment SEND and I'll dm you the recipe!

https://www.fitmittenkitchen.com/frozen-smores/

You can't go wrong with s'mores in any form! In this one you've got graham crackers, a creamy whipped topping, fresh berries and chocolate 👏

Berries offer a healthy boost of fiber and another layer of natural sweetness 🫐

Step 1 - make the compote.

Step 2 - add 9 graham crackers squares to 8x8 pan.

Step 3 - melt together chocolate chips and nut butter of choice.

Step 4 - spread on chocolate and chill.

Step 5 - stir in protein powder into whipped topping (use cocowhip for vegan friendly!)

Step 6 - spread on whipped topping.

Step 7 - swirl in fresh berry compote.

Step 8 - top with graham crackers and freeze!

In about 3-4 hours you'll have a creamy, sweet treat.

My kids loved these!!

Be sure to check out the full recipe with a list of ingredients and instructions on my site!

Comment SEND and I'll dm you the deets!

https://www.fitmittenkitchen.com/frozen-smores/ Collage of frozen s'mores with berries

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