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Castoro Cellars: Something for everyone
Wine, Whale Bones, Music, and the best Winery Disc Golf Course in the World. —Castoro Cellars isn’t just a winery. It’s a destination with wine tasting, the popular Whale Rock Music and Art Festival, and now a top-rated disc golf course. Disc golfers have voted, and the tally...
Best red Rhone-style wines in Paso Robles for the holidays in 2022
– Of all the wines we are recommending in this series, the Rhone-style red wines are perhaps the best suited to holiday meals. They are often smoother and more balanced in character, which makes them fantastic for a big holiday meal or Christmas turkey dinner with all the fixings. Paso...
Best zinfandel wines in Paso Robles for the holidays in 2022
–A list of the best Paso Robles wines for the holidays would not be complete without a section on zinfandel. It’s known as the Paso Robles heritage grape varietal. Great zinfandel and Italian-style wines from Paso Robles are typically full-bodied, fruity with aromas of berries, sometimes jammy, and usually of moderate to high alcohol content. They pair well with roasted turkey, lamb, red meats, and anything Italian you might be making for the holidays.
Best pinot noir wines in Paso Robles for the holidays in 2022
– Pinot noir is always a popular choice for holiday parties and dinners because it is easy to pair with so many holiday dishes. Pinot noir’s traditional characters of medium-bodied fruit, lower alcohol, velvety mouthfeel, and bright acidity make it an excellent lighter red wine for an appetizer plate of charcuterie and cheeses or holiday meals. After tasting many local pinot noir wines, we made recommendations for you below. We suggest serving these wines slightly chilled at about 55°F.
Best dessert wines in Paso Robles for the holidays in 2022
—Sweet, sticky dessert wines can make a great accompaniment to holiday dessert selections. After tasting several Paso Robles dessert wines, these are our top recommendations. Serve them after your holiday meal with a dessert or as dessert. They also pair wonderfully with cheeses. These wines make perfect holiday gifts from...
Best white wines in Paso Robles for the holidays in 2022
– With the holiday season upon us, we invited our local wineries to help us with their best wines. We were impressed with their submissions. When you celebrate this season and plan your holiday parties, Christmas dinner, and New Year’s Eve celebration, consider pouring some tasty local wines. White...
Best rosé wines in Paso Robles for the holidays in 2022
– Rosé wines have come a long way since it was synonymous with white zinfandel. I remember rosé as a holiday tradition at family get-togethers when I was young. Today’s Paso Robles’ rosés are sophisticated and delicious. They come in a wide spectrum of pink hues, from light to dark, and are pressed from a growing number of varieties of wine grapes. These rose wines present a fresh taste of Paso Robles wines at reasonable prices.
Best cabernet, Bordeaux-style, and red wines in Paso Robles for the holidays in 2022
– Cabernet sauvignon wines are big, bold, tannic wines that pair perfectly with holiday meals centered around meats like prime rib, roast beef, pork tenderloin, lamb, and venison. Lucky for us, Paso Robles is producing some outstanding cabernets and Bordeaux-style blends. Here is a selection of Paso Robles wines we...
Best sparkling wines in Paso Robles for the holidays in 2022
–With the holiday season now upon us, we invited our local wineries to help us with their top wine recommendations. Wow, were we impressed by the submissions. When you celebrate this season and raise a glass at your Christmas dinner and New Year’s Eve celebration, consider pouring some of our delightful local bubbly wines.
Things You Should Do After A San Luis Obispo Auto Accident
Auto accidents are never fun, but they happen. If you find yourself in an accident in or around San Luis Obispo, there are a few things you should do to protect yourself and your rights. From contacting your local California auto insurance provider to documenting the scene, we’ll walk you through the important steps to take after an accident. Read on for more information.
Wineries: What are your best holiday wines?
– The Paso Robles Daily News is working on its 9th annual special series to highlight the best local wines to serve during the holiday season. We are looking for local wineries that would like to be considered for our lists of top local wines for the holidays. Several wines will be recommended in multiple categories.
Experience the healing energy of art at Deprise Brescia’s Art Gallery
—Whether peace is found sitting under the eight-foot tall quartz crystal pyramid or while admiring paintings and sculptures, Deprise Brescia’s Art Gallery aims to inspire, cleanse and bring positivity to the community. Brescia’s artistic style is Transformational Energy Art, which uses various spiritual and scientific principles to shift vibrations...
Check out Wild Fields Brewhouse for great food and award-winning craft brews
Mini-bowling, games and activities at this family-friendly brewpub. —Located in a former bowling alley, Wild Fields Brewhouse is a local brewpub, crafted as a comfortable space for beer lovers and families alike. The original lanes are long gone; however, owners Jacque and Ryan Fields installed a few mini lanes in addition to arcade games, foosball, giant Connect Four, and a toddler corner. The games are fun for the whole family including the adults.
‘Twist of Fate’ decision pays off for Rhonda’s Relics antique mall
‘A fun collection of vintage, eclectic and whimsical stuff’. When Rhonda O’Dell had the chance to open another San Luis Obispo County antiques business, she didn’t let the grinding halt of the pandemic stop her. “I’m really one of those people who believe in twists of fate,” O’Dell said. “You can talk yourself out of anything. So instead, I thought: I’m just going to do it.”
Five awesome places for a picnic in The Five Cities
Pack a lunch and hit the road to one of these scenic outdoor destinations. Travelers in search of fresh ocean breezes and quaint coastal vistas should head south to the Five Cities area of San Luis Obispo County. The “Five Cities” were originally made up of Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach...
Enjoy comfort food at Celia’s Garden Café
—If you’re looking for a hearty breakfast or satisfying lunch, make the drive to Celia’s Garden Café in Los Osos and enjoy comfort food at its finest. Situated inside a little red house, the restaurant is conveniently located on Los Osos Valley Road, and is known to most locals as the Garden Café or, simply, Celia’s.
Locatelli Winery — A small winery’s story
—Located along the Pleasant Valley Wine Trail, in the northern tip of Paso Robles wine country; Locatelli Winery was founded in 1996 when Raynette Gregory purchased the land that is now home to estate vineyards, a hospitality center and a winery with custom crush facilities. The transformation from bare land...
Cambria Christmas Market to return bigger and better
Over 2 million lights, authentic German market, Santa, train rides and more start on November 25. The Cambria Christmas Market is officially reopening, returning to its pre-pandemic grandeur. The vendor market and train ride return this year after a multi-year hiatus, and new interactive light displays have been added to the over 2 million lights, making 2022 the event’s largest year yet. Tickets and hotel packages are on sale now and going fast!
It’s time to advertise in SLO Visitors Guide holiday edition
SLO County Visitors Guide advertising deadline is Nov. 10. – The holiday season is coming and so are the tourists. “Now is the time to advertise your business to the millions of tourists visiting our county every year,” says Scott Brennan, publisher of the San Luis Obispo County Visitor’s Guide.
Golf and More is the local hot spot for golfers
Get new or used golf clubs, repairs, clothing and work on your golf swing. Golf and More is filled with 1500 square feet of clubs, drivers, irons, apparel, hats, spikes, gloves, push carts and most anything else a golfer wants or needs. It’s the essential go-to golf shop in San Luis Obispo County. Need new spikes or grips? Want custom fitted clubs or your clubs lengthened or shortened? Clubs need repairs? Owner George Dodge and his team are ready to help. The wide selection of equipment, clothing and accessories caters to men, women, teens, and children. Find supplies for beginners to pros, instructional materials and expert services.
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