Courtesy of Manuel Rios Madera traveler Manuel Rios photographs a whale shark, which he said was estimated to be about 10 tons. Manuel...

Cat Campbell/For The Madera Tribune Similar to minestrone, this homemade vegetable soup will feed you for several days. As of this...

Christopher, Wikimedia Commons Simple fare such as pan-fried cabbage and bacon adds a flavorful and hearty touch to a meal. I know that...

JeffreyW, Wikimedia Commons A good pot of Irish stew warms the tummy on a cold March evening. It’s that time of year again when you see a...

Tami Jo Nix/The Madera Tribune Leon and Doris Potter at the sign that graces the front of their house in Madera. They have been married...

Mack Male, Wikimedia Commons Use homemade or store-bought lemon curd to make small tarts, and top with raspberries. If you are short on...

Whitney, Wikimedia Commons Top some moist chocolate cupcakes with raspberry icing and fresh berries. Looks like February 14 is sneaking...

Jim Winstead, Wikimedia Commons If you like cinnamon, consider baking a platter of snickerdoodle cookies. They won’t last long. Spice...