Welcome to the new era of gourmet dining (Photo Credit: Devika Maskey, TSO Sonoma) Earlier this week, The Herb Somm was invited to present at an event hosted by Eaze that highlighted the similarities between wine and cannabis. The evening’s discussion stemmed from the theme of normalization, and how modern day cannabis enthusiasts are incorporating herbal products into everyday life. After living in the Bay Area for almost five years now, it’s hard to ignore the booming culin

Meet the Talented Chef Behind the Bay Area’s Hottest Underground Infused Pop-Up (Photo Credit: Dope Magazine) Imagine an evening of small infused bites, curated cannabis pairings, and a gourmet meal prepared by one of San Francisco’s most talented canna-culinary chefs. Meet Coreen Carroll - also known as the Fraulein Chef - who has created a dining experience like no other. After launching the Cannaisseur Series in 2015 with fiancé and ganjapreneur Ryan Bush, Carroll’s four-c

Gourmet cannabis dinners are quickly becoming one of the most popular events to attend in the industry. Now that recreational cannabis laws have passed, new consumers are beginning to enjoy these gourmet experiences that perfectly pair cannabis and cuisine. If you are a novice to pairings, no need to worry. Matching cannabis and food is fun and easy. You do not have to learn any difficult rules or systems to select the best flavor combinations. The following simple tips can h

Grilling season has arrived which means it's time for some mouthwatering sauces to accompany grilled steak, chicken and vegetables. We love this simple recipe for 'Cannachurri' - our take on the popular Argentinean herb sauce Chimichurri. The bright flavors of the parsley, cilantro and other green herbs pair perfectly with the flavors of cannabis. Since this recipe calls for CannaOil, we recommend infusing olive oil with a strain that contains Myrcene. Myrcene is the terpene

The human body is an amazing thing. We have the incredible ability to perceive a multitude of senses that extends far beyond the BIG 5: sight, smell, taste, hearing, and touch. One of our greatest gifts, is our ability to intermingle these senses to help us make important life decisions such as what to eat, what to smoke, what to drink, what to wear and how to interpret the world around us. In the cannabis world, learning to discover your herbal palate will help you make heal

If you are new to cannabis, you are probably wondering “what the heck is this stuff”? Sativa, Indica, Hybrids, Cannabinoids, Terpenes? Where do I start? Before you begin the journey through our gourmet guides, it’s important to understand what cannabis is and how this amazing herbal plant can be used - not only for consuming but for healing. Below are the cannabis basics. Cannabis Basics Cannabis stems from the flowering plant family of Cannabaceae. Around 170 species come fr