Written By Jim Berry

Call it weed, dope, pot, herb, grass, whatever you’d like. I don’t personally call it marijuana because of the dubious nature of the term’s history, its racist connotations, and the way the term was used to demonize the plant by special interests. But, that story will have to wait because today, I’m here to write about the history of “Cannabis Sativa,” which has been the accepted classification of our favorite plant for about 270 years now.

Written By Shelley Peebles

When I was deciding which cultivar to highlight for this article, it seemed only natural for me to discuss the Papaya Punch cultivar. I have tried papaya grown in many different regions, and different varieties, however, this one stands out by far. This is something I attribute to the terroir of the Lost Coast.

The thing I loved most about getting to revisit this cultivar is that it brought me back to Miranda, NorCal. I was visiting and reconnecting with some girlfriends. One had brought along some of this fantastic Papaya Punch from Mattole Valley Farms. We rolled one up and salsa danced, enjoying each other's company for hours.

Recipe Written by LaWann Stribling

My absolute favorite sweet and savory dinner is Hawaiian Soy Baked Turkey Wings & Honey Roasted Carrots. I like to taste the rainbow and these rainbow carrots bring a beautiful array of colors.

The couchlock will be very real after experiencing the effects of eating these infused carrots as the sun goes down. I appreciate the relaxed state my mind and body come to after a full day of work.