My sister spent Memorial Day weekend in Hopland, California and what a wonderful place to be. It’s located about two hours north of San Francisco off US Rt 101. It’s a small town of barely 800 people, but surrounded by beautiful vineyards and wine tasting venues. When I was there a few years ago we walked down to the closest winery and found it to be much more than a store to buy or taste wine. The manager took us on a tour of the whole area where they grow vegetables and fruits, and since it was the end of the season he allowed us, including all the grandchildren, to pick to their hearts content. We went back to the casitas and immediately baked in olive oil the freshest asparagus to the delight of everyone! This time of year Doug Tomlinson’s, my nephew, gardens are full of various kinds of lettuce and herbs.
He plants in large pots and wine barrels which he should have no problem finding considering where this is! So while the family picked and gathered fresh strawberries and cherries, I came up with a baked strawberry shortcake in which to use these tasty treats. Use a lot of berries or cherries in this recipe. For me the more fruit, the better!
Now isn’t this the perfect ending to a perfect day? Let’s eat dessert!🍓🍓
Note: Thanks to Rose Tomlinson for the photos.
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Can’t wait to make that strawberry shortcake. Sounds yummy.
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And isn’t Hopland beautiful?? 💕
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I wish you could have joined us! It was simply wonderful and relaxing. The next time you visit we will take you to the pizzeria that the winery you enjoyed has opened where they serve wonderful pizzas and salads from their fresh produce.
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I would love it for sure!! My lettuce is about done because of the hotter weather and I will sure miss it!!
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I love strawberry shortcake, gotta try this recipe,! Thanks for sharing, beautiful pictures!!
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Sounds really good!!!
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Try it! It’s easy and good!!😘
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Getting ready for the big trip!! Strawberry shortcake looks delicious. Hope you make and enjoy some out there along with family!❤️
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