Depot Blog

Mama Mia – It’s Tomato Time!

2 weeks ago

My mama always said, “A great tomato isn’t rushed. Give it sunshine, good soil, a little patience, and plenty of love—and it will reward you.” Turns out, Mama knew what…

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Mama’s Favorite Tomato Recipes

Depot Blog, Featured, Recipes

2 weeks ago

Whether your tomatoes come from Mama’s garden, a local farm, or Nature’s Whole Food Depot, these fresh and easy recipes are guaranteed to put summer’s best ingredient front and center.…

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Soil Fertilizers and Amendments – Keys to Garden Wellness

Depot Blog, Featured, Nursery

2 weeks ago

August is National Health & Wellness Month, a great reminder to focus on the things that keep us healthy and thriving. Just as we pay attention to what nourishes our…

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Dr. Bronner and His Soap

Depot Blog, Products

2 weeks ago

One of the Depot’s most popular items in our healthy home section has been around since 1948. And it is still going strong. Dr. Bronner’s Pure-Castile Soap is a customer…

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July Gardening Tips

Depot Blog, Nursery

2 months ago

There are two big things to focus on in July here in Tuolumne County, and both are aimed at helping your plants beat the heat. The first is watering. I…

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July 2026 Depot Events

Depot Blog, Depot Events, Past Events

2 months ago

WEDNESDAY, JULY 22 TINCTURING 101 Liz Vass from Pluripotency will walk you through how tinctures are made, the benefits of the tinctures in her line, and how to actually work…

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Eat A Peach

Depot Blog, Depot News, Featured

2 months ago

Did you know that California grows more peaches than any other state? The season typically begins in late May and continues through September, with July and August being the peak…

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Classic Peach Recipes for Summer

Depot Blog, Featured, Recipes

2 months ago

PEACH CRUMBLE This crumble is the perfect way to enjoy your fresh peaches. The crisp, toasty topping is full of texture from both nuts and oats, providing a nice contrast…

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Healthy Summer Snacks Kids Will Love

Depot Blog, Featured, Recipes

2 months ago

School’s out! Summer means more playtime, more adventures, and of course, more requests for snacks! If you’re a busy mom looking for healthy options that are both nutritious and kid-approved,…

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Feeding the Dead and Other Tales from Local Chef Doug Vanderberg

Artisans & Craftspeople, Depot Blog

2 months ago

If you live in Tuolumne County, chances are good that at some point you’ve enjoyed a meal prepared by local chef and caterer Doug Vanderberg. His love of cooking and…

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Doug’s Asian Wrap w/ Sweet & Sour Dressing

Depot Blog, Featured, Recipes

2 months ago

Perfect for a picnic or road trip, this Asian veggie wrap comes to life with the sweet & sour dressing. These go great with my Peanut Sauce Noodle Salad Recipe.…

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Peanut Sauce – Noodle Salad Recipe

Depot Blog, Featured, Recipes

2 months ago

This hearty noodle salad is gluten-free and vegan. It goes well with my Asian Veggie Wrap recipe. Serves 3-4 Peanut Sauce 2 tablespoon unsalted peanut butter 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce…

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It Pays to Shop at the Depot

Depot Blog, Featured

3 months ago

We truly appreciate your support and your trust in our store. Shopping healthy at our market comes with extra perks. From fun seasonal giveaways and contests to our Local Loyalty…

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This is the Best Freakin’ Granola!

Depot Blog, Featured, Recipes

4 months ago

Got the munchies? This far-out blend starts with a soulful base of rolled oats, bringing that earthy, grounding vibe and hearty crunch to every bite. We’re tossing in sliced almonds…

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Landscaping with Native Plants

Depot Blog, Featured, Nursery

4 months ago

There’s something special about working with plants that truly belong in your landscape. Native plants are right at home in the Sierra Nevada foothills—they’ve adapted over time to our unique…

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Russian River Brewing Co.

Artisans & Craftspeople, Depot Blog, Featured

4 months ago

The Depot is now carrying beers from award-winning Russian River Brewing Company in Santa Rosa. Look for 17oz bottles of their Blind Pig, Happy Hops, Pliny the Elder, and other…

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Free Herbal First Aid Workshop April 18

Depot Blog, Past Events

5 months ago

Join us on Saturday, April 18th, from 12pm-1pm at Nature’s Whole Food Depot, 19073 Standard Rd in Sonora for a free Herbal First Aid workshop with Liz Vass of PLURIPOTENCY. …

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Mountain Microgreens

Artisans & Craftspeople, Depot Blog, Featured

5 months ago

Tara and Joseph Horat own and operate Mountain Microgreens in Sonora. Their products are a unique fresh addition to our produce department. We asked Tara to tell us about their…

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Roasted Carrot & Cauliflower Quinoa Salad

Depot Blog, Featured, Recipes

5 months ago

This high fiber and protein salad is packed with flavor. It makes a great main dish or a side paired with your favorite protein. You’ll need to shop ahead of…

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Use Greywater for Landscape Irrigation

Depot Blog, Featured, Nursery

6 months ago

Our landscape department often gets questions on good ways to add green space on your property without overtaxing limited water supplies. The recent ditch outage caused by the late February…

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Engler Grass Fed – Premium Grass Fed Beef

Artisans & Craftspeople, Depot Blog, Featured, Products

6 months ago

Michael and Mary Engler own and operate Engler Grass Fed in Sonora, providing premium, 100% pasture raised, grass fed and grass finished beef, and pastured chicken. They are committed to…

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