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Posted on September 2, 2016September 21, 2020 by Suze — Leave a comment

Taste of Cuba

Mojito

This refreshing cocktail recipe is from “Taste of Cuba”
& said to be “the original authentic recipe from Havana, Cuba”.

1 teaspoon powdered sugar
Juice from 1 lime (2 ounces)
4 mint leaves
1 sprig of mint
Havana Club white Rum (2 ounces)
2 ounces club soda
ice (preferably crushed)

Place mint leaves into a “collins” glass & squeeze lime over it.
You’ll want about two ounces of lime juice.

Add powdered sugar, & gently muddle mint into lime juice & sugar.
Add ice, then add rum, & stir. Top off with club soda.
Garnish with a fresh mint sprig.
Serves 1

A nice addition; run a little Ojai Jalapeño Jelly around the glass-rim, then roll the rim in
a pretty cocktail sugar. Sometimes I do 1/2 of the rim in lemon sugar & the other 1/2 in lime salt.

→enjoy

Posted on August 31, 2016September 21, 2020 by Suze — Leave a comment

Back to school- Back to work- Picnic- whatever!
Slap together a quick & easy sandwich & out the door you go. When your “usual” needs a little zip added to it add Ojai Jelly. It surprisingly delicious.
Children even ♥ Ojai Jelly in their PB&J

Posted on August 31, 2016March 16, 2022 by Suze — Leave a comment

Let’s talk Venison

I’m not wild about venison myself, but I’m surrounded by people that LOVE it.

These sauce recipes would make bootstraps tasty…
If you have a tough piece of buck you’re trying to make a meal of this sauce will work its magic!

I tend to make a lot at a time but it’s easy to cut this recipe down to 1/4

Habanero Balsamic Sauce
→Heat level 4
4 jars Ojai Habanero Jelly
1 c Balsamic Vinegar

Place ingredients in medium saucepan over medium heat.
Bring mixture to a simmer & reduce heat. Keep at a low simmer & stir occasionally.
Cook for 45-60 minutes.
Let cool on counter top, Cover & refrigerate. Keeps well for up to 2 weeks.

Mixture will thicken as it cools. Enjoy on venison, bbq’d chicken, vegetables +++

Habanero Marinate
can also be used as a glaze or sauce
→Heat level 3
4 jars Ojai Habanero Jelly
1 can of Coca Cola (not diet)
2 T Worcestershire Sauce
1 fresh bay leaf

Place ingredients in medium saucepan over medium heat.
Bring mixture to a simmer & reduce heat. Keep at a low simmer & stir occasionally.
Cook for 45-60 minutes.
Let cool on counter top. Cover & refrigerate. Keeps well for up to 2 weeks.
If you want to get rid of the gamey flavor, use as a marinate.

Need a recipe? Send me a note at info@ojaijelly.com
& let me see what I can come up with!

enjoy

Posted on September 15, 2015September 21, 2020 by Suze — Leave a comment

Taste of Ojai

15th Annual Fundraiser-

Please join us on Sunday, October 25th; 2pm-5pm
Find us all on the Golf Course at the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa, 10th hole.

Education is a great cause!

All proceeds from Taste of Ojai benefit the Rotary Club of Ojai’s Educational Foundation.
The Rotary Club of Ojai and its Educational Foundation have raised nearly one million dollars over the last two decades with
Taste of Ojai being our primary fundraising event.
Nearly $50,000 of scholarships are awarded each Spring to Ojai students for Fall enrollment at a recognized college, university, community college or technical school, with over 300 scholarships awarded to date.
In addition each year more than $30,000 of community grants are awarded to Ojai schools and non-profit organizations.

Get tickets here

Information here

Our Ojai Jelly booth will likely be sandwiched between Lori’s Original Lemonade &
Alquimia Organic Tequila

We hope to see your smiling faces on the green!
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Posted on July 28, 2015September 21, 2020 by Suze — Leave a comment

what? where? why?

Addiction 2 Ojai Jelly– have a listen—
Headed to a press event tomorrow in Santa Monica, put together by Consumer Product Events, Malibu, CA.
I wish I could package up all of your comments & recipes for my “press kit”! Ojai Jalapeño Jelly Habanero Apricot Jam Ojai Habanero Jelly

Posted on January 3, 2015September 21, 2020 by Suze — Leave a comment

Taste of Ojai

[frame] Taste of Ojai 2014 [/frame] This event just keeps getting better!
A big shout-out to Charee Edwards for coordinating the event, & to the Ojai Rotary Club!
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As always the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa Resort hosted Taste of Ojai -2014.
The Indian-Summer conditions were spectacular, as October often presents in our little Nest-
The music was great & the ever-smooth Alquimia Organic Tequila divine!
People danced, laughed, & enjoyed tasty items from; Surf Brewery, Bliss Frozen Yogurt, Suzanne’s Cuisine, Feast Bistro,
& of course the Jelly Gals were serving up Ojai Habanero Apricot Jam over Cheese Cake!
Mark your calendars for Taste of Ojai 2015- it’s well worth attending!

Posted on August 23, 2014August 24, 2014 by Suze — Leave a comment

Green Cleaning Solution

prell - radiantly alive

prell beach babe

Marilyn always makes this great cleaning solution- That’s my mum ↑
I always keep some at the ready-
It smells so CLEAN & FRESH-
It’s great for washing windows, counters, sinks, walls, etc.
I wouldn’t use it on my hair though— I’d probably go from brown to blonde!
Not that there’s anything wrong with blonde!

1/2 gallon distilled water
8 oz. isopropyl alcohol
1 T. PRELL

Mix together & use in a spray bottle.
This solution works very well with the mocrofiber cloths but I hate the way they feel-
I prefer a cotton towel or paper towel.

🙂

Posted on August 2, 2014August 2, 2014 by Suze — Leave a comment

Local Artisans Market @William Sonoma

First Saturday
12 noon to 4 pm

Saunter into William Sonoma & Sample our Delightful + Delicious Epicurean Treats!
Friendly staff + talented Artisans throughout – Did I mention scrumptious treats?

have you tried our new Jam?
OJAI HABANERO APRICOT JAM – heat level 2

OJAI JALAPENO JELLY – heat level 3

OJAI HABANERO JELLY – heat level 4

Rainbow Pancakes

Posted on July 11, 2014July 11, 2014 by Suze — Leave a comment

Summer Fancy Food Show – New York

Recently the 60th annual Specialty Foods “Summer Fancy Food Show” took place in
New York City.
The Cypress Grove Chevre Group selected Ojai Jalapeño Jelly to pair with their classic
“Herbs de Humboldt“!

“The fresh taste of a hand-mixed blend of Herbs de Provence balance simply, yet perfectly.
All the herbal flavors you love dried at the peak of the season. Clever in name, classic in taste”

Thank you Cypress Grovers!

Posted on July 11, 2014October 7, 2014 by Suze — Leave a comment

Crab Cake Dipping Sauce

Ojai Jelly
Crab Cake Sauce

3/4 c. safflower mayonnaise (or your favorite)

1/4 c. buttermilk (or plain yogurt)

3 T. Ojai Habanero Jelly (room temperature)

3 T. fresh dill leaves- chopped fine

1 T. fresh parsley leaves- chopped

2 T. lemon zest

1/2 lemon- juiced

1 garlic clove- minced

Combine all ingredients in a bowl & stir well.
Keep refrigerated until just before serving.
Sauce will thicken as it chills-

enjoy!

Posted on June 12, 2014June 12, 2014 by Suze — Leave a comment

Ojai Habanero Apricot Jam

Sweet yet Savory

MY NEW FAVORITE! ♥♥♥ it!

Ripe California Apricots Blended with Habanero Peppers

Decadent on cheesecake or over ice cream-
Remarkable on bagels or waffles-
Jam-Packed with flavor-Big cheese pleaser!

Transformative on chicken-

A perfect addition to nearly everything…

Heal Level 2

Posted on June 3, 2014 by Suze — Leave a comment

American Heart Association “Beach Ball”

AHA-Beach-Ball-heart-ring

The American Heart & Stroke Association (Santa Barbara Chapter)

May 3, 2014

The American Heart Association presents “Heart Beach Ball,” an event to raise funds for research and initiatives preventing heart disease. The American Heart Association is committed to helping our children live stronger, healthier lives with education, research and public policies that effect where they live, learn and play.
New information in the areas of congenital heart defects, heart transplants in children, cholesterol levels in teens and diabetes rates in children as well as adolescents
are just a few areas we are currently investigating.

For the second year we are continuing our fight against youth obesity, a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke, in Santa Barbara County.
The Healthy Futures Program seeks to empower students and their families to make healthier lifestyle choices by providing them with an understanding
of heart disease, nutrition education and encouraging them to be more physically active.

Dr. Joseph Aragon & the AHA team outdid themselves again!
Fun was had by all that attended-
Inspiring stories of life changing events were shared by special guests-

AHA Beach Ball

Posted on June 3, 2014June 3, 2014 by Suze — Leave a comment

Ojai Habanero Apricot Jam

Ojai Habanero Apricot Jam will be on shelves later this month!

→Great on toast, bagels, waffles

→Tasty in your PB&J

→Serve as a “SATAY” dipping sauce on chicken;
Mix 1/2 peanut butter & 1/2 Jam

→Perk up your cheese plate!

I’ll post suggestions, recipes & where to purchase-
It’s always available online, but lets get it in your area!

enjoy!

Posted on May 2, 2014 by Suze — Leave a comment

William Sonoma

Ojai Jelly Cheesecake — Lemon Marmalade Habanero/Lime Marmalade Jalapeño Cheesecake

PLEASE JOIN US!

When: Saturday May 3rd, 2014
Where: William Sonoma Santa Barbara
Why: Local Artisan’ Market!

Great Food! Great People!

Where Heat Meets Sweet!

Come by for a free sample-
(may be purchased onsite)

Life is short- Play with your food!

Posted on April 10, 2014April 10, 2014 by Suze — Leave a comment

Zaca Mesa 2012 Viognier

Zaca Mesa Winery
2012 Viognier
Serve cool 40• – 45• F

Zaca Mesa Winery is one of my all time favorite wineries-
I didn’t like white wines until I discovered their lovely Viognier.

Pairs well with;

♦Thai chicken
♦Raw oysters
♦Grilled Ahi
♦ Chicken Satay

BBQ chicken skewers
Make a dipping sauce of
Ojai Jalapeño Jelly (heat level 3)
or
Ojai Habanero Jelly (heat level 4)
Mix equal parts of Ojai Pepper Jelly
with Fresh Ground Peanut Butter
Makes a quick & easy “satay” to dip chicken
skewers in-

♦ Grilled Ahi

Dip one flat-side of a 1“ thick fresh Ahi steak in
a mixture of horseradish aioli & sour cream,
then dredge the same side in Mediterranean
“Dukkah” or black sesame seeds.
Fry hot & fast for 2-minutes a-side.
Garnish with a fresh lemon wedge & parsley.
Always have a squirt-bottle of
Ojai Pepper Jelly
ready to decorate your plate with a
half-moon shape around edge to compliment
your meal-

enjoy!

15th Annual Fundraiser-

First Saturday 12 noon to 4 pm

First Saturday
12 noon to 4 pm