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July Cheese of the Month: Point Reyes Farmstead TomaRashi Cheese

The Cheese of the Month for July is Point Reyes Farmstead TomaRashi Cheese, a creamy, buttery cheese with a blend of gentle heat and umami, nutty flavors. Get tasting notes, pairing recommendations, and a delicious recipe featuring this standout cheese.

Taste of Summer: Grilled Pork Chops With Plum Chutney

Grilled Pork Chops With Plum Chutney

Looking for a delicious and easy way to enjoy the taste of summer? Try this delicious grilled pork chop recipe that Pacific Coast Fruit Company's Executive Chef, Lucy Larson has prepared exclusively for Alpenrose Home Delivery Customers.  This dish is simple to make and bursting with summer flavors. Plus, it's perfect for a July 4th cookout! 

Ricotta Mac & Cheese

Ricotta Mac & Cheese

Creamy, cheesy, and easy—I’m not sure about you, but those are three of our favorite adjectives when it comes to a meal at Alpenrose.

A Father's Day Tradition: Outdoor Grilling Around a Campfire

Easy Cheesy Campfire Skillet

Father’s Day is Sunday, June 12th. Try this delicious, easy, cheesy breakfast skillet recipe that's perfect for preparing on a campfire in the great outdoors to celebrate!

Get Your Fresh Fruit & Veggie Fix With The Latest Harvest Box.

Check out what's coming to the next Harvest Box from our friends at Pacific Coast Fruit Company. Plus, find a delicious, easy recipe for tropsicles!

See What's Inside This Week's Harvest Box

Starting Monday, May 23rd, we've got a fresh new crop of delicious produce available in our Harvest Boxes, curated for our customers by Pacific Coast Fruit Company!  Here's what you'll find in this week's bounty, plus, a recipe from Pacific Coast Fruit Company that'll help you make a healthy, delicious summer salad:

The Royal Rosarians Milk Carton Boat Race | A Rose Festival Event

Splash into summer with us at the Royal Rosarians Milk Carton Boat Race, a classic Rose Festival event dating back to 1973! The race takes place on Sunday, June 26th at 11:00 am at Westmoreland Park's Casting Pond. We'll be there with our fleet of boats, handing out free snacks and goodies, plus entertainment.

Celebrate Mom With a Garden Tea Party

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Mother's day is Sunday, May 8th and we've got the perfect local essentials to celebrate with a delightful garden tea party!

Cheese of the Month: Portland Creamery Sweet Fire Chévre

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For the month of May, our cheese of the month is their iconic Sweet Fire Chévre.  Portland Creamery works with other Oregon growers and producers to create a delicious marionberry habanero jam that pairs perfectly with their Chévre.  The result is a perfectly balanced cheese that's sure to please. The creamy goat cheese balances out the sweet jam and savory heat of the habanero--all in one bite! Open your container upside down and let the marionberry jam coat your cheese before digging in with pretzels or pita chips.

April Cheese of the Month: Rogue Creamery Smokey Blue Cheese

 Rogue Creamery Smokey Blue Cheese Tortellini Recipe

April 2022 Cheese of the Month Rogue Creamery Smokey Blue Cheese is now part of our regular lineup! Rogue Smokey Blue was the world's first smoked blue cheese. Get tasting notes, pairing recommendations, and a tasty recipe for blue cheese mushroom tortellini.