I scoured local ethnic food stores and specialty grocers to buy a selection of rare and unusual fruits–the weirdest stuff I could find here in California. Bay Area grocer, Molly Stone's Market ...

Just blend 10-12 peeled rambutans, a banana, a cup of coconut milk, and some ice until smooth. Pour it into a bowl and top it off with your favorite sliced fruits, granola, and a drizzle of honey.

Clarke warns that deer are a major problem in establishing fruit, berry, and nut plants and recommends creating a protected growing space with fencing and other materials. Not only do deer eat the ...