This exquisite tart celebrates the fleeting beauty of fresh figs — their honeyed sweetness and velvety texture perfectly complemented by a buttery almond scented crust and delicate cream filling. The hint of almond and vanilla in both crust and custard deepens the flavor, while the figs bake into soft, jewel-toned perfection. Finished with a light...Read More

Sweet, savory, and perfectly balanced, this Balsamic Chicken with Fresh Figs and Thyme is a late-summer favorite that feels both rustic and refined. Golden, pan-seared chicken thighs are braised in a glossy sauce of balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and white wine—flavored with shallots, garlic, thyme, and a hint of chili heat. As it finishes...Read More

Elegant and aromatic, this dessert captures the essence of late summer and early autumn in every spoonful. Fresh, ripe figs are gently simmered in ruby port with honey, citrus zest, and warm spices—cinnamon, star anise, and cloves—until tender and infused with deep, complex flavor. The result is a luxurious, jewel-toned compote that pairs beautifully with...Read More

Moist, buttery, and just sweet enough, this Fig and Ricotta Cake is a rustic yet elegant treat that feels equally at home on a brunch table, as a dinner party dessert, or with a simple afternoon cup of coffee. The ricotta gives the crumb a tender, slightly dense texture while keeping it moist, and the...Read More

There’s something irresistible about the sweet, jammy richness of fresh figs paired with a lively kick of vinegar, spice, and ginger. This fig chutney brings all of those elements together in one jewel-toned preserve — tangy, aromatic, and layered with just the right balance of heat and warmth. It’s the kind of condiment that turns...Read More

Fig jam is endlessly versatile. Beyond the cheese board, we have included some tasty ideas below to inspire you! INGREDIENTS: 1/2 lemon,  thickly sliced, seeded 1 1/2 pounds fresh ripe figs, halved (about 4 cups) 2 1/4 cups sugar 1 cinnamon stick, about 3 inches 2 teaspoons fresh ginger root, peeled and minced 1/8 teaspoon...Read More

California Mission figs are a unique and highly prized variety of figs that are renowned for their rich flavor and succulent texture. These figs are grown primarily in our sunny state of California, where the climate and soil conditions provide an ideal environment for their cultivation. Here are some interesting facts: Figs are members of...Read More

Want to know how to determine if a fig is ripe? A ripe fig will be soft to the touch and may exude a tiny bit of juice from the stem. INGREDIENTS: 10 fresh figs, Black Mission or Calimyrna, cut in half through the stem 10 strips sliced bacon,* cut in half for 20 short...Read More