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Life in Borrego Springs on Riviera Farms
Riviera Farms is a unique place where desert life meets the charm of a working farm. Located in Borrego Springs, CA, this arid and beautiful landscape takes our breath away every single day. Our farm offers a glimpse into how animals and nature coexist in the desert environment. The farm is home to a variety of animals, including many chickens, a pig, two goats, two bunny rabbits, six donkeys, three turtles, two roosters (Tom Selleck and Larry Bird), two German Shepherds, a c
Meli Huston
Apr 64 min read


How to Cook Nopales
A Beginner's Guide to Preparing the Desert's Most Underrated Superfood By Riviera Farms • Borrego Springs, California If you've ever admired a prickly pear cactus and wondered whether those green paddles are edible, the answer is yes—and they're delicious. Known as nopales, the young pads of the prickly pear cactus have been a staple of Southwestern and Mexican cuisine for centuries. Their mild, slightly tart flavor is often compared to green beans, asparagus, or okra, and th
Meli Huston
Aug 73 min read


Riviera Farms is Officially Organic Certified 🌱
Riviera Farms is Officially Organic Certified 🌱
Meli Huston
Apr 62 min read
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