1) Is there really a Putney Farm?
Pretty much. Just not a “for profit” farm. Maybe we are more like a large garden. In any event, we grow our own fruits and vegetables, cure our own meats, and occasionally even brew our own hooch. There are also bees kept on the farm. (No chickens, sorry.) We can certainly feed ourselves for much of the year.
We also like to cook, mix cocktails and entertain family and friends. Who said farming shouldn’t be fun?
2) Where is Putney Farm?
We are in Northern California about 30 miles south of San Francisco.
4) What fruits and vegetables do you grow?
Veggies: Artichokes, potatoes (red, white and purple), kale, chard, salad greens (lettuce, arugula, chicories), yellow squash, butternut squash, zucchini, cucumbers, eggplant, peppers, string beans (purple and green) and corn.
Fruits: Tomatoes, apples, pears, blueberries, strawberries, melons (a few types), raspberries, pomegranates, loquats, oranges (a few types), mandarins, lemons (Meyer and Eureka), Kaffir limes, figs, plums, peaches, nectarines and (hopefully) cherries.
Herbs: Lavender, thyme, basil, marjoram, oregano, rosemary, parsley, mint, chives, tarragon and sage.
5) Are you “off the grid”?
Hell, no. We love to grow and eat our own food but are fully entrenched in the 21st century. We love technology, if you find a better tool to help us grow, cook and enjoy food (without killing the planet) we are all for it. Besides, we are always happy to jump in the car and drive to San Francisco to eat and go to ballgames (Go Giants!).
6) Will you review products or cookbooks?
Sure. But we will say what we believe.
Putney Farm 
Hi there! Simply love the Putney, is it Putney as in south west london?
Thanks for visiting us.
We are in Northern California, but family originally emigrated from Putney neighborhood in London and kept the name. That is the only connection…
Wow! That is sooo cool! California must be beautiful this time of year? Always wanted to go there.
Can I ask, have you listened to the latest Carrot Tops Podcast (dw its free!) and what is your opinion? Size vs. Taste?
when did BBQ and Grilling become the same meaning for preparation of food? I remeber when BBQ was cooked in sauce slowly and grilling was over hot coals generally without sauce.
Good question, we don’t know but may do some research for a blog post. We certainly know the difference (we love low/slow BBQ), but are probably guilty of using the wrong language ourselves…
I’m mortified that it’s taken me this long to finally find my way to your gorgeous blog! Where is your farm/large garden? We lived in the SF area for a long time before moving to the far Northern part of CA. I very much look forward to exploring all you’ve written and done!
Thanks for the kind words. We really enjoy your blog.
We are in southern San Mateo County- basically the hills above Palo Alto / Redwood City.
Where are you in way Norcal?
On Lake Almanor, in the mountains east of Redding and Lassen Volcanic National Park.
Thanks- must be beautiful…
Very!
What a wonderful blog! I was unable to find an email to contact you but I would very much love to interview you for a featured post on my blog. If you are interested feel free to contact me at
pixiwishes@hotmail.com
Thanks and keep up the great posts.
Becky, K.
Hello, I too was looking for an email to feature Putney Farm in the magazine I co-edit. Can you contact me on samantha@fpj.co.uk please and I can explain further. Cheers
I can honestly say that I’m glad there are hip, cocktail-enjoying “farmers” out there! So many ideas!!
Thanks- you have to do something when you live in the “sticks”… 😉
Hi there 🙂 Thanks for stopping by my blog, and giving me the opportunity to find yours. Love what you’re doing here x
Many Thanks!
Hi there, I am in Putney, Vermont, where I write about GOOD MEAT (that’s my book about grass-fed and pastured meat). I also host 3 day and 6 day culinary vacations several times a year for guests who want to cook great food with a James Beard Award-winning cookbook author (www.culinaryvermont.com). The cooking vacations are enormous fun, limited to 6-8 guests, and include all meals, luxurious accommodations, the chance to cook wonderful food using local and organic ingredients along with good meat. Beyond the Putney/Putney connection, I think it’s very much in tune with what you do.
Did you all participate in the Slow Food farm tour a few years ago? Or Outstanding in the Field? I am so sure that I have been to your farm. I love your posts- I’m hitting the Peach Smash hard tonight!
Hi, We are too small / amateur for either (at least for now). But you never know what the future holds…
I really love your blog! So beautiful and inspiring!
Thanks for the visit and kind words- most appreciated!
Glad I found your blog. Looking forward to perusing it! ✽ ✾ ✿ ❀
Thanks for the visit!
Hi i found your site by following doughnut peach.They have only just found there way
here in UK. Sounds just great out there.
Best Wishes