We Need a Little Christmas Now

Christmas at Maisie Jane's

  Remember the scene in the film and musical “Auntie Mame” when Mame has lost her job and all her money in the stock market crash? It wasn’t even Thanksgiving yet but she got everyone in her household to deck the halls early and sang the now traditional song “We Need a Little Christmas.” Never […]

Posted on November 26th, 2018

Gluten-Free Pumpkin Coconut Cream Pie with Almond Crust (Recipe)

Pumpkin Coconut Cream Pie with Almond Crust

Last week I had a severe hankering for Pumpkin Pie! I just couldn’t wait for Thanksgiving anymore so I decided to give in to the craving. And I’m so glad I did—we enjoyed it so much at our house! Talk about comfort food! But first, I had to appease the part of myself that’s attempting […]

Posted on November 21st, 2018

Family Fun Gift Basket For Chico Locals in Time for Thanksgiving

Family Fun Gift Basket

Calling all Chico Locals! Order our Family Fun Basket #1 by Nov. 20th and you’ll get 15% off and will be able to pick it up in our gift shop in time for Thanksgiving! This is truly one of our very favorite gift baskets. It’s filled with a wonderful assortment of Maisie Jane’s treats! You’ll […]

Posted on November 19th, 2018

Order Gift Baskets Online for Store Pick-up Now!

Gift Basket for Mother's Day

Did you know that if you live in or near Chico, CA that you can order items you want from us online and pick them up in our country store? Choose the perfect gift to add to the table for holiday gatherings or to bring a little cheer to people going through a hard time […]

Posted on November 15th, 2018

Gluten-Free Comfort Food: Almond-Crusted Schnitzel with Noodles (Recipe)

schnitzel

“Cream colored ponies and crisp apple strudels Door bells and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings These are a few of my favorite things . . . When the dog bites When the bee stings When I’m feeling sad I simply remember my favorite things […]

Posted on November 13th, 2018

Our Hearts Break for Victims of the Camp Fire

Praying Hands

As I’m writing this blog post, there is a horrific fire raging out of control so close by it is terrifying. Our local world is dark as night because thick smoke is blotting out the sun. The sky is a deep dark orange and it feels like Armageddon. But that’s nothing compared to what many of […]

Posted on November 9th, 2018

Feeling Grateful for Local Farmers

Go Country Gift Basket

Today I’m feeling thankful for how rich our local community is in terms of farm-fresh produce and delicious products made from it. Family farms like ours are a big part of what makes this region special. It’s such a gift to be joining hands with so many like-minded family and friends all dedicated to providing […]

Posted on November 8th, 2018

Almost Instant Pressure Cooker Baked Apples

Pressure Cooker Baked Apples

When was the last time you had a baked apple? I used to LOVE them! They were perhaps my favorite harvest season dessert when I was growing up. But it’s been years since I made this dish myself. I don’t know why—I’ve found recipes that take far less time than the full hour my mother’s […]

Posted on November 6th, 2018

Gift Baskets for Celebrating Thanksgiving

Taste of Nor Cal Gift Basket

Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away and, while it might seem a little early to be planning gifts for the holiday feast, it isn’t if your loved ones live far away! Now is the perfect time to say “I love you, I wish I could be there with you!” by choosing a holiday gift […]

Posted on November 2nd, 2018

Celebrate with Coconut Almond Macaroon Pie! (Recipe)

Coconut Almond Macaroon Pie

They say it’s our birthday! Happy Birthday to us! Maisie Jane’s California Sunshine Products is 25 years old this month and what better way to celebrate than with Coconut Almond Macaroon Pie, a mouth-watering confection from the Almond Board of California! This pie looks like it would be wonderful for upcoming holiday celebrations but I […]

Posted on October 25th, 2018