The Sacredness of the Season in a Nutshell — the Mandorla

Have you ever seen the illuminated manuscripts of Medieval times that depict Jesus or Mary in an oval with a somewhat pointed top and bottom? That oval has a special significance. It is called the Mandorla and it means almond in Italian! They were showing Jesus in an almond shell?!! Why? In ancient times there […]

Posted on December 21st, 2017

Heartwarming Meal Gift Baskets for Christmas from Maisie Jane’s!

It’s Gift Basket Season! But which one to choose? We offer so many wonderful gift baskets at Maisie Jane’s some of our customers wander our store for what seems like hours picking the best ones! Of course, that’s fun for them to do because there are so many delightful things to look at and tasty […]

Posted on December 12th, 2017

Don’t Miss Our Chocolate Dipped Stocking Stuffer Sale!

Chocolate Toffee Almonds

“The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there!” And what could we find in those stockings this year? Maisie Jane’s chocolate dipped nuts and cherries!  Our chocolate dipped products are everybody’s favorites to find in a stocking, at holiday parties or to enjoy at your […]

Posted on December 8th, 2017

It’s Gift Basket Season at Maisie Jane’s!

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! And Maisie Jane’s is about to make it easy for you to deck the halls with all kinds of wonderful goodies. We have unique gift solutions for everyone on your holiday list, whether they live nearby or far away, and you don’t even need to leave the house […]

Posted on December 5th, 2017

Vegetarian Nut Loaf for a Delicious Alternative to the Thanksgiving Turkey (Recipe)

Vintage Vegetarian Thanksgiving Card

How many of you have vegetarian family and friends coming over for Thanksgiving? No turkey? What will you serve? Well, if you like nuts, that’s easy! Vegetarian Nut Loaf is such a classic recipe for the holidays, you could call it a tradition. My first introduction to Nut Loaf didn’t feel holiday-worthy at all. It […]

Posted on November 16th, 2017

Nuts Were Enjoyed at the First Thanksgiving

Vintage Thanksgiving Card

I can hardly imagine a Thanksgiving without nuts. Big bowls of walnuts, almonds, hazelnuts and beechnuts to crack with nutcrackers were always present at our holiday table, a tradition that dates back to the earliest records of the holiday feast. In 1779, Juliana Smith described their celebration in a letter to her cousin Betsey. The […]

Posted on November 14th, 2017

Almond Nut Bread for the Holidays (Recipe)

Oooh! It was cold last night. So what did I want to do? Make something yummy in the kitchen! This time it was my favorite Almond Nut Bread with Crystalized Ginger and Dates. Add some cream cheese or almond butter and a nice hot cup of tea and you’re in for a fragrant and delicious […]

Posted on November 9th, 2017

Maisie Jane’s November Sale — 15% off Valley Sampler Gift Baskets

Hooray! We’re headed into the merriest time of the year and to celebrate— and make your Thanksgiving especially festive—one of our MOST popular gift baskets, the Valley Sampler, is on sale for 15% off until November 22nd. The Valley Sampler Gift Basket is a wonderful gift to bring to a holiday celebration! It is a […]

Posted on November 6th, 2017

Coconut Almond Granola with Dates (Recipe)

Coconut Almond Granola

The weather is starting to turn, and when it does I always get the urge to fill my home with the aroma of something delicious baking in the oven. But I’m also trying to eat healthy these days so this granola recipe does the trick. Sure, it’s bit sweet but eaten in moderation in conjunction […]

Posted on November 1st, 2017

Halloween Party Treats from Maisie Jane’s

Maisie and her children

Have you ever visited Maisie Jane’s Country Store? If you live near Chico, CA or plan to visit, come on by! It’s a sweet little farmhouse at 1324 Dayton Road and right now we’re completely decked out for Halloween! And since Halloween is right around the corner, why not pick up some great goodies for […]

Posted on October 19th, 2017