I had one of those experiences where you feel like a bothersome puzzle piece just fell into place. I found some Pinquinto beans at a wonderful market called Phipps in Pescadero, California. I thought they sounded vaguely familiar and sure enough I was right. These little red beauties are unique to Santa Maria Valley,...
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