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Blenheim apricots are a treasure worth preserving

Blenheim apricots are a beloved Californian fruit, though orchards have been in decline for years . Nonetheless, some farmers like Mike Cirone of See Canyon in San Luis Obispo are committed to preserving these highly coveted varietals.

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By Evan Kleiman • Jul 12, 2019 • 1 min read

Blenheim apricots are a beloved Californian fruit, though orchards have been in decline for years. Nonetheless, some farmers like Mike Cirone of See Canyon in San Luis Obispo are committed to preserving these highly coveted varietals. Correspondent Gillian Fergusonalso learns about the culinary uses of Blenheims from Lisa Giffen, executive chef of Audreyat the Hammer Museum in Westwood.

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