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-Antoinette Valdespino, Owner, AV & Company
The Gathering is a culmination of a community's best: the freshest produce from local family farms, quality finds from curated, ethical vendors, educational, family-friendly activities, and much more. We are a lifestyle destination for those who want to live intentionally and connect with their unique community (and have a great time while doing so). In a world of distraction and social isolation, The Gathering is a place of purpose and inclusivity on a mission to support farmers, families, and local economies.
Shop Bee Natural Honey at The Gathering Farmer's Market in Rancho Cucamonga.
When: Wednesdays 10 am to 2 pm
Where: South Main Street from Monet to Kew Avenue
farmer spotlight
Max and Ludy Anguiano, Owners, Bee Natural Honey
Since 2014, Max and Ludy have been providing Riverside residents with the finest local raw honey, bee pollen, and natural essential body care products made with beeswax and love. Bee Natural Honey is a local, family-owned business that focuses on quality over quantity, making sure their bees are always safe and healthy.
vendor spotlight
Rachel Estrada, Owner, Rachel Marie Soaps
RachelMarieSoaps opened its doors in 2021, introducing the world to the homemade, all-natural products Rachel has been making for her family for years.
"I saw the drastic difference in our health and wellbeing: our skin, our hair, and so much more. I thought maybe there are others out there that need what I make. I feel so blessed to help people reclaim the health of their hair and skin." - Rachel Estrada
Rachel's pro tip: It's all about going back to the basics with milks, oils, and clays!
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.” - Margaret Mead
We can't change the trajectory of health and wellness for people without immersing ourselves in their communities. The Gathering invites all to nurture their bodies, minds, and spirits in the comfort of their communal backyard.
Our goal is to make a true impact in the communities we serve through our ecosystem of local farmers, musicians, eateries, artisans, and community leaders.
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This sweet, warm, pumpkin spiced crumb cake has 900+ five star ratings for a reason (pro tip: skip storebought pumpkin spice mix for a DIY blend, included in the recipe).
pump(kin) it up
Pumpkin Crumb Cake
Ingredients:
For the Streusel
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½ (packed) cup light brown sugar
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon store-bought or homemade pumpkin spice blend (see Tip at bottom)
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Pinch of salt
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¼ cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes
For the Pumpkin Cake
- Nonstick cooking spray
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1 (packed) cup light brown sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 cup canned pumpkin purée
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¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
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¼ cup neutral oil
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1 tablespoon store-bought or homemade pumpkin spice blend (see Tip)
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½ teaspoon fine sea salt
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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1½ cups all-purpose flour
For the Glaze (optional)
- ¾ cup confectioners’ sugar
- ¾ teaspoon pumpkin spice blend
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Pinch of salt
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3 to 5 teaspoons milk (any kind will do)
Tip: Make your own pumpkin spice blend by combining 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon, 1 tablespoon ground ginger, 1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg, 1 teaspoon ground cardamom, ½ teaspoon ground allspice and ¼ teaspoon ground cloves. Makes about ¼ cup.
How to make:
1. Place a rack in the center of the oven and heat oven to 350 degrees. Spray an 8-inch square or 9-inch round baking pan with cooking spray and line with parchment paper.
2. Make the streusel: In a small bowl, combine the sugar, flour, pumpkin spice and salt. Add the butter, then pinch the butter into the flour mixture with your fingertips until the mixture forms pebble-size crumbs and is evenly moistened.
3. Make the cake: In a large bowl, whisk the sugar and eggs until pale and foamy, about 1 minute. Add the pumpkin purée, melted butter, oil, pumpkin spice and salt; whisk until combined and smooth. Whisk in the baking powder and baking soda, then whisk in the flour.
4. Transfer the batter to the prepared pan, smooth the top and tap on the counter a few times to release any large air bubbles. Sprinkle the streusel evenly over the top.
5. Bake the cake until puffed and golden, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 40 to 45 minutes. Set the cake in the pan on a rack to cool. After about 15 minutes remove the cake from the pan and set it on the rack to cool almost completely.
6. When the cake is just slightly warm, make the glaze, if using: Add the confectioners’ sugar, pumpkin spice, pinch of salt and 3 teaspoons of milk to a bowl. Whisk until smooth, adding a bit more milk as necessary to form a glaze that is very thick but can be drizzled.
7. Drizzle the glaze over the top of the cake.
Recipe inspired from New York Times Cooking
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