Rancho Gordo Santa Maria Pinquito Beans
The classic Californian chili bean! This heirloom varietal from Rancho Gordo dates back to the Mission times, and is an essential component in classic barbecues from the central coast of California. This bean keeps its shape well, and has a wonderful meaty flavor.
Meet Rancho Gordo
Napa, California
Steve Sando was deeply disappointed when he went to pick a tomato at a super market in the midst of August and saw it came from a hot house in Holland. Being in the heart of Napa, Sando took it upon himself to grow his own tomatoes, but that quickly turned into an obsession with a more magical fruit. Today, Steve is always on the hunt for another rare bean varietal, and his close relationships with farmers have landed him on the tables of the French Laundry and an ever growing - and adoring - bean fan club.
