Steve Sando and the Rancho Gordo staff
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Heirloom beans, etc
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The first rule of Bean Club is to never shut up about Bean Club.
November 11, 2025 at 6:35 AM
The first rule of Bean Club is to never shut up about Bean Club.
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we all get excited about @ranchogordo.bsky.social Bean Club
November 10, 2025 at 11:23 PM
we all get excited about @ranchogordo.bsky.social Bean Club
Non sequitur Sunday: Olive harvest.
November 9, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Non sequitur Sunday: Olive harvest.
We get noitices when people tag us but tonight I searched Bluesky for "Rancho Gordo" and wow. It's so sweet.
I love being a brand that people really like and feel invested in.
😍
I love being a brand that people really like and feel invested in.
😍
November 8, 2025 at 2:22 AM
We get noitices when people tag us but tonight I searched Bluesky for "Rancho Gordo" and wow. It's so sweet.
I love being a brand that people really like and feel invested in.
😍
I love being a brand that people really like and feel invested in.
😍
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I've been neglecting to post about things I love and that bring me pleasure.
Such topics are a necessary counter-balance to ... you know.
This hot sauce is the best I've tasted in years! It's a bit hotter than my usual, but it has a unique, fruity, piquant flavor unlike any I've ever had before.
Such topics are a necessary counter-balance to ... you know.
This hot sauce is the best I've tasted in years! It's a bit hotter than my usual, but it has a unique, fruity, piquant flavor unlike any I've ever had before.
October 10, 2025 at 12:40 AM
I've been neglecting to post about things I love and that bring me pleasure.
Such topics are a necessary counter-balance to ... you know.
This hot sauce is the best I've tasted in years! It's a bit hotter than my usual, but it has a unique, fruity, piquant flavor unlike any I've ever had before.
Such topics are a necessary counter-balance to ... you know.
This hot sauce is the best I've tasted in years! It's a bit hotter than my usual, but it has a unique, fruity, piquant flavor unlike any I've ever had before.
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In case you thought I was kidding
November 1, 2025 at 8:05 PM
In case you thought I was kidding
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the burn book? i thought you said the bean book.
November 7, 2025 at 8:21 PM
the burn book? i thought you said the bean book.
The crew from Napa's AG 4 YOUTH preps their garden for next spring's bean trials. They'll take some of our more interesting finds and see if they can produce viable seed for production in the future. We'll have more info and updates in our newsletter.
#gardening #heirloombeans #growgreatkids
#gardening #heirloombeans #growgreatkids
November 6, 2025 at 5:01 PM
The crew from Napa's AG 4 YOUTH preps their garden for next spring's bean trials. They'll take some of our more interesting finds and see if they can produce viable seed for production in the future. We'll have more info and updates in our newsletter.
#gardening #heirloombeans #growgreatkids
#gardening #heirloombeans #growgreatkids
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it's been a rainy, gusty day here in SF, and this was just perfect for a cozy dinner. @ranchogordo.bsky.social FTdeliciousW, as always
Tomato and White Bean Soup For a Stormy Night
There's nothing like rain and thunder to inspire one to stay home and eat soup. This recipe finds its inspiration from a cold, Northern California evening with nothing prepared to eat but a fridge ful...
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November 6, 2025 at 2:45 AM
it's been a rainy, gusty day here in SF, and this was just perfect for a cozy dinner. @ranchogordo.bsky.social FTdeliciousW, as always
Beans on toast is an almost universal quick meal whether you're in Italy, London or the kitchen of Chef Preeti Mistry. Preeti's version is in our new booklet, 5 Recipes from the kitchen of Preeti Mistry, included at no cost in every Rancho Gordo order (or in our Napa store) while supplies last.
November 5, 2025 at 10:27 PM
Beans on toast is an almost universal quick meal whether you're in Italy, London or the kitchen of Chef Preeti Mistry. Preeti's version is in our new booklet, 5 Recipes from the kitchen of Preeti Mistry, included at no cost in every Rancho Gordo order (or in our Napa store) while supplies last.
This is a fun podcast on of all things-- BEANS.
Some of it is kind of loopy and I disagree with some of the interviewees but it's a good, balanced look at where we are and where we're going. (1/2)
foodprint.org/what-youre-e...
Some of it is kind of loopy and I disagree with some of the interviewees but it's a good, balanced look at where we are and where we're going. (1/2)
foodprint.org/what-youre-e...
Episode 30: Eat More Beans
We set out to find the ultimate bean lovers to learn how to get everyone to eat more beans — and maybe even fall in love with them.
foodprint.org
November 4, 2025 at 8:41 PM
This is a fun podcast on of all things-- BEANS.
Some of it is kind of loopy and I disagree with some of the interviewees but it's a good, balanced look at where we are and where we're going. (1/2)
foodprint.org/what-youre-e...
Some of it is kind of loopy and I disagree with some of the interviewees but it's a good, balanced look at where we are and where we're going. (1/2)
foodprint.org/what-youre-e...
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update - it's DELICIOUS. The lemon peel in the sauce is simply *perfect* and the tahini makes it creamy and rich. Made it with @ranchogordo.bsky.social Royal Corona Beans. A half-bag is a bit short, but not by much.
And use the bean liquor instead of water! 🍽️ 🍜
And use the bean liquor instead of water! 🍽️ 🍜
right. the pot of beans we need for dinner isn't going to cook itself despite me staring at it ALL DAY.
gonna give this a go with a bunch of subs 'cause it's what we have in the house. maybe I'll make roti, maybe we'll just eat today's sourdough.
gonna give this a go with a bunch of subs 'cause it's what we have in the house. maybe I'll make roti, maybe we'll just eat today's sourdough.
Meera Sodha’s recipe for tahini beans with basil and pine nuts | The new vegan
Store-cupboard staples magically transform themselves into a warming autumnal meal
www.theguardian.com
November 4, 2025 at 3:07 AM
update - it's DELICIOUS. The lemon peel in the sauce is simply *perfect* and the tahini makes it creamy and rich. Made it with @ranchogordo.bsky.social Royal Corona Beans. A half-bag is a bit short, but not by much.
And use the bean liquor instead of water! 🍽️ 🍜
And use the bean liquor instead of water! 🍽️ 🍜
A friendly reminder to replace some or all of the water in your rice with bean broth. Up the protein and the flavor without no effort!
#heirloombeans #cooking #beansky
#heirloombeans #cooking #beansky
November 3, 2025 at 10:29 PM
A friendly reminder to replace some or all of the water in your rice with bean broth. Up the protein and the flavor without no effort!
#heirloombeans #cooking #beansky
#heirloombeans #cooking #beansky
This morning at Jack London State Park.
I know the rest of the world is wonderful, but my little corner of Northern California, where I’m from, with my people, is paradise for me
I know the rest of the world is wonderful, but my little corner of Northern California, where I’m from, with my people, is paradise for me
November 2, 2025 at 8:15 PM
This morning at Jack London State Park.
I know the rest of the world is wonderful, but my little corner of Northern California, where I’m from, with my people, is paradise for me
I know the rest of the world is wonderful, but my little corner of Northern California, where I’m from, with my people, is paradise for me
Non sequitur Sunday: a bean field in Hidalgo, Mexico.
November 2, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Non sequitur Sunday: a bean field in Hidalgo, Mexico.
Corn dumplings and rich black beans.
A great combination waiting for you to make!
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A great combination waiting for you to make!
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Chiapas Black Bean Soup with Masa Dumplings
Diana and Celene in our retail department agreed to translate and test this recipe from an old Mexican cookbook. We all went nuts for it when they made it in our test kitchen! They tried the corn…
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November 1, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Corn dumplings and rich black beans.
A great combination waiting for you to make!
www.ranchogordo.com/blogs/recipe...
A great combination waiting for you to make!
www.ranchogordo.com/blogs/recipe...
Wishing everyone a safe and festive Halloween from most of us at Rancho Gordo! We'll get Steve in costume next year.
October 31, 2025 at 11:37 PM
Wishing everyone a safe and festive Halloween from most of us at Rancho Gordo! We'll get Steve in costume next year.
We're celebrating Dia de los Muertos at the Rancho Gordo store in Napa today and Saturday with pan de muerto and hot chocolate, all day.
Come by and say hello and you're welcome to add to the altar, put together by RG staff, if you like.
Come by and say hello and you're welcome to add to the altar, put together by RG staff, if you like.
October 31, 2025 at 5:56 PM
We're celebrating Dia de los Muertos at the Rancho Gordo store in Napa today and Saturday with pan de muerto and hot chocolate, all day.
Come by and say hello and you're welcome to add to the altar, put together by RG staff, if you like.
Come by and say hello and you're welcome to add to the altar, put together by RG staff, if you like.
Memories of a very happy birthday party for Jacques Pepin at the CIA Copia in Napa.
Big thanks to the Jacques Pepin Foundation and Susie Heller for including us.
Mais oui, it's was fun!
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Big thanks to the Jacques Pepin Foundation and Susie Heller for including us.
Mais oui, it's was fun!
youtube.com/shorts/X-OPC...
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October 31, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Memories of a very happy birthday party for Jacques Pepin at the CIA Copia in Napa.
Big thanks to the Jacques Pepin Foundation and Susie Heller for including us.
Mais oui, it's was fun!
youtube.com/shorts/X-OPC...
Big thanks to the Jacques Pepin Foundation and Susie Heller for including us.
Mais oui, it's was fun!
youtube.com/shorts/X-OPC...
So happy to have this show up in the mail yesterday.
Marcella fans will rejoice and I know cooks who have loved Ada Boni for years. The complete, historic version looks great. Can't wait to get into it.
The Talisman of Happiness. Voracious Press.
Marcella fans will rejoice and I know cooks who have loved Ada Boni for years. The complete, historic version looks great. Can't wait to get into it.
The Talisman of Happiness. Voracious Press.
October 30, 2025 at 6:11 PM
So happy to have this show up in the mail yesterday.
Marcella fans will rejoice and I know cooks who have loved Ada Boni for years. The complete, historic version looks great. Can't wait to get into it.
The Talisman of Happiness. Voracious Press.
Marcella fans will rejoice and I know cooks who have loved Ada Boni for years. The complete, historic version looks great. Can't wait to get into it.
The Talisman of Happiness. Voracious Press.
Recap from the 2025 Heirloom Bean Encuentro.
October 29, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Recap from the 2025 Heirloom Bean Encuentro.
In honor of Jacques Pepin's 90th birthday, we've adapted a neglected recipe from his "Fast Food My way" book, which is a staff favorite. We'll have more photos from the big party at the CIA in Napa soon, but for now, consider this delicious dish for the coming weekend.
October 27, 2025 at 11:23 PM
In honor of Jacques Pepin's 90th birthday, we've adapted a neglected recipe from his "Fast Food My way" book, which is a staff favorite. We'll have more photos from the big party at the CIA in Napa soon, but for now, consider this delicious dish for the coming weekend.
Non sequitur Sunday: the great Elza Soares. I just love her voice, her slightly out of control upper register, her Louis Armstrong guttural sounds and her commitment to Samba in the era of bossa nova.
youtu.be/Q34ljAofLBM?...
youtu.be/Q34ljAofLBM?...
ELZA SOARES E WILSON DAS NEVES - Balanço Zona Sul
YouTube video by alfeuRIO
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October 27, 2025 at 12:05 AM
Non sequitur Sunday: the great Elza Soares. I just love her voice, her slightly out of control upper register, her Louis Armstrong guttural sounds and her commitment to Samba in the era of bossa nova.
youtu.be/Q34ljAofLBM?...
youtu.be/Q34ljAofLBM?...
It's dangerous to meet your heroes, unless they include Jacques Pepin. So many of my Saturday mornings in the 1980s were spent nursing a hangover and watching the cooking shows on PBS/KQED and one of the best shows was his, sometimes with Julia Child but my favorites were with his daughter, Claudine
October 24, 2025 at 10:36 PM
It's dangerous to meet your heroes, unless they include Jacques Pepin. So many of my Saturday mornings in the 1980s were spent nursing a hangover and watching the cooking shows on PBS/KQED and one of the best shows was his, sometimes with Julia Child but my favorites were with his daughter, Claudine
Scenes from Day 3 of the Heirloom Bean Encuentro.
October 21, 2025 at 10:12 PM
Scenes from Day 3 of the Heirloom Bean Encuentro.