Did you know that nearly all of raisin crops are grown in the Central San Joaquin Valley in California?  Raisins are basically grapes that are typically dried by the sun on the vines or on paper trays.  They vary in size and color; some are very small like the Zante currant that are made from…

Monday April 30th is National Raisin Day.  When you think of raisins, I’m sure it brings you back to your childhood when you would have them as a snack at school. However, raisins aren’t just a snack for kids – people of all ages can enjoy them in either sweet or savory recipes.   The raisin…

Did you know that raisins were discovered by accident?  As early as 2000 BC, grapes were found withered on their vine from the heat.  Since they didn’t want to waste food, they tried them and they quickly became a part of the diet of Mediterranean countries.  Raisin’s popularity then spread to the rest of Europe…