[…]family owned and operated winery. We are located on the southern slope of York Mountain and bordered by Rocky Creek. Come visit us and enjoy some of the best red wine in the area. We have a rustic and unique tasting room located on 46 West surrounded by beautiful countryside. […]
[…]a blacksmith, butcher, two hotels, saloons, and a railroad depot. Most of this had disappeared by 1910, but Sebastian’s General Store stayed in the Sebastian family for over almost a century. The last family member to own the store, Pete Sebastian, died in 1988. Until recently, the post office continued […]
[…]stop off at Woodstone Market for lunch or a snack along the route! Mallagh Landing Commonly referred to as Pirate’s Cove, the Mallagh Landing name is more accurate given the history of the land. In 1849, David Mallagh came to California as a sailing captain and built a small wharf […]
[…]single varietals of Malbec, Petite Verdot, Syrah, and Chardonnay along with five to eight red blends under the brand names of Bon Niche and its cousin label, Birdland Cellars. The remote vineyard, just on the fringe of civilization makes having a full time tasting room prohibitive. For the moderately adventuresome, […]
[…]hard seltzer. On the lighter side, try the Blood Orange Wheat Beer, Paige’s German Pilsner, Redneck Water American Style Lager or Helles Bueno lager. For IPAs, Santa Maria Brewing produces several, like the Nealed It! West Coast IPA, MO-TRA Blood Orange IPA, and JULICIOUS New England DIPA. (That last one […]
[…]water taffy and local fishermen haul in the catch of the day. MCV Winery offers bold, Paso-grown reds including tannat and petite sirah. Nearby, Chateau Margene pours up some of the Central Coast’s most elegant cabernet sauvignon selections. Morro Bay’s Wine Seller wine shop features a taste of local wines […]
[…]spent much of his fortune to build a home unlike any other. The sprawling hilltop estate covered over 68,000 square feet and included 100+ bedrooms, a movie theater, and two incredible swimming pools. Populated with art and antiquities from Hearst’s world travels, Hearst Castle was as much a museum as […]
[…]San Simeon Natural Preserve and Pa-Nu Cultural Preserve. Some species include the endangered red-legged from, Western pond turtle, and migratory birds like the cinnamon teal, mallards, herons and egrets. And for an up-close-and-personal wildlife viewing experience, nothing beats a visit to the Elephant Seal Rookery on the park’s northern end. […]
[…]docent talks, peek through a high-powered telescope, or gape at the thousands of Monarchs clustered onto eucalyptus branches. Then stroll out west of the grove and head south along the Meadow Creek Trail. Part of this walk is on a well-maintained boardwalk, while other parts walk over hard and soft […]
[…]Santa Maria Style steaks, however, drive down the road to Jocko’s in Nipomo, one of the most revered steakhouses in California.) Other favorite spots in Oceano include the historic train depot museum, which houses artifacts from the town’s days as a railroad hub. Get a look at the two authentic […]
[…]play structures while Fido enjoys frolicking, too (on leash). Look in the windows of the restored one-room school once known as the Sunny Side School, built in 1875.(Fun fact: Sunny Side School was once called Sand Hill School for its location on a sandy hill. Today, it’s one of the […]
[…]serious anglers, as it boasts cutting edge technology and electronics. For any Lopez Lake chartered visit, he asks that anglers older than 16 years have a fishing license, as well as any food and drink you like to have with you. He provides top-quality fishing rods and tackle, plus lures, […]
[…]is the steep, steep slide, shaped like an elephant’s trunk. For years, this slide has double-dared kids to take the plunge, and many have accepted the challenge. The playground is also great for when one sibling wants to surf or wade in the waves, and another just wants to climb […]
[…]Garden Bistro Known for its fresh flavors and modern comfort food, Lunada Garden Bistro keeps locals and visitors coming back for more. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch, all of which can be taken onto the pretty back garden patio. The building itself is quite historic: it’s […]
[…]all up and down the coast — and take bottles home with you. There’s no special occasion required for enjoying a glass of bubbles. Niner Wine Estates, Cutruzzola, Stephen Ross, Baileyana, Wolff, Biddle Ranch, Piedra Creek, Center of Effort and Sinor-LaVallee each have their own style. Enjoy one or all […]
[…]Endemic to California’s Central Coast, this snail has been listed as a federal critically endangered species since 1994. The Morro Coast Audubon Society has made special efforts to rehabilitate the Morro shoulderband snail; check signs on the trail for more information. Other endangered species at Sweet Springs Nature Preserve include […]
[…]with style. Since 2019, the hip Pismo Beach location proved itself as a go-to source for an incredible cup of joe paired with fresh baked pastries and quirky, seaside decor. Love the vibe? Shop Kraken’s array of hand-picked housewares, cook books and coffee accessories all while you anticipate your order. […]
[…]hefeweizen and a long list of IPAs on the menu. Some of these are seasonal, like the Reggae Red Wheat Beer, the Blueberry Blonde, and the Holidaze IPA, made with spruce tips. The brewery also produces special releases and collaboration beers, including a kettle sour and a double IPA. For […]
[…]tone, decreasing acne, large pores, scars, stretch marks, sun damage, and fine lines and wrinkles. Red light therapy can boost healing and collagen production in the skin, while blue light therapy fights acne by reducing facial bacteria. Hand treatments, foot treatments and even a specialty organic juice elixir can augment […]
[…]with an additional game room garage and detached office. For an artistic touch, Alaina McBride hired famous muralist Shrine to freehand paint the game room garage door. In vibrant teal, turquoise, red and coral colors, Shrine painted a pattern that resembles those of indigenous art. He painted that pattern not […]
