All the pre-ordered Wildflower Meadows queen bees will be arriving to the store Saturday July 16, 2016 and will be available between 11-5.  It is PRIDE celebration day.  The parade is starting at 11:00 at Normal Street down University Av to 6th Av. to Balboa Park.  Enjoy the fun before or after you pick up your queen but consider bringing an open air cooler or such to keep your girl(s) cool.  619-293-3617

HONEY STRUCK CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES

2 c almonds, cashews or walnuts
¾ c cocao powder
5 dried pitted dates
1 T coconut butter
¼ c buckwheat honey
1 T butter
pinch salt
2 T water
shredded unsweetened coconut

Grind nuts.  Add cocao powder, dates, honey, coconut butter, salt and blend.
Add water to make moist but not wet.  Hand-roll into cherry-size balls and roll in coconut.  Store in the refrigerator to 1 hour before serving.