Here in the tropics, you won’t find the common nuts and seeds present in western diets. Despite being able to grow a variety of nutritious fruits and vegetables, we are…
You really are what you eat, so eat well!
The idea that food should be viewed as medicinal is not a new or radical idea. In fact, it…
Daily life starts early here. A group of travelers may be readying for a surfing trip or yoga lesson before the sun has risen. The farm is a hive of…
I am currently exploring all of the animals and insects that benefit the farm. This post should be considered a living document, and as I find more, I will be…
The tropics are known for lush rainforest, colorful fruit, and wild animals. But did you know there is plenty of Fungi growing here?
Every few years, we find some…
Yoga has increased in popularity over the last decade and has become a ritual for many people living hectic and busy lives. Yoga is a form of meditation and can…
Our first chicken - Black Betty - just produced a miraculous double egg! Comparison of a normal egg (left), and double egg (right).We rescued Black Betty and took her…
When I first moved to Costa Rica, I was in awe of the biodiversity. I spent the time learning about every animal in the jungle, and the names of all…
Many people are not familiar with the term permaculture. At its most simple, permaculture is a way of maintaining a lush, beautiful, and productive garden, without much of the tedious…
We are blessed with a wide variety of beautiful flowers on our tropical farm. Some are edible, some are inedible due to taste or texture, and some are poisonous! Many…
Meet Bambi - our baby deer friend!This cute animal became part of the family here at Rancho Delicioso. Animal care is a daily duty, and everyone relished the opportunity…