Our speaker is Jerry Rutiz of Rutiz Family Farms nestled on 30 acres in Arroyo Grande. He will share the history of agriculture in his area and the story of his farming experience and the impact of urbanization on his business.
The Wine History Project of San Luis Obispo County invites you to the Dallidet Adobe & Gardens for the opening of our new exhibit, Wine Becomes Art, featuring wine bottles painted and etched by local artists. Join us at Art After Dark. Stroll through the gardens, view beautiful art and learn about early winemaking history […]
S.L.O.P.E. will exhibit approximately 30 paintings at Castoro Cellars Gallery which highlight the beauty and character of Highway 46 West, highlighting Spring views including views from private property owners who are supportive of the Land Conservancy project. | Exhibit Dates: 7/8/2018 - 7/29/2018 | Opening Reception: 7/8/2018 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. | Closing Reception: 7/29/2018 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesday Winemaker Series: Ranchero Cellars
An all-media juried art exhibition at Robert Hall Winery from the Central Coast Sculptors Group.
The Food History Project's Study Group for August will be presented by David Maislen of David's Blue Ribbon Honey.
Ali Rush Carscaden talks with Libbie Agran on the Krush 92.5 FM.
Presented by Food Historian Sarah Lohman. Please join us and discover them for yourself.
Where did vanilla come from, and what came before it? All in all, you’ll be filled with facts you can bust out at your next dinner party and dazzle your friends with, as well as make informed choices when using vanilla in your kitchen. Cook's Flavoring Company has been making vanilla extract for 100 years […]
Although mourning traditions have changed over time and vary from place to place, what they have in common is food and drink. We’ll look at the culinary traditions surrounding funerals throughout American history, and we’ll taste beer from Midas’s tomb, funeral cakes, and Mormon funeral potatoes. Join us for a talk on Funeral Food with […]
Learn about olive trees and the art of making olive oil from Tiber Canyon Ranch who will share their story and the history of olive oil.
Panel discussion with Ian McPhee, Gary Eberle, and Sarah Lohman. Brunch catered by Ian McPhee with wines by Gary Eberle. Location: McPhee’s Grill, 416 S Main Street, Templeton Time: 11 am to 1:30 pm Cost: $50
Buy Tickets "The Paderewski Festival is a four-day music festival held annually in November celebrating Paso Robles' rich heritage and its most famous resident Ignacy Jan Paderewski - virtuoso pianist, composer, international politician, local landowner, grower and winemaker. Concerts featuring world renown talent, exhibits, lectures, master classes and film screenings are accompanied by wine tastings […]
With its wineries located just five miles from the ocean on average, it’s fitting that SLO Coast Wine Country holds its signature Harvest on the Coast event right next to the Pacific. Indeed, on November 3 local wineries and chefs alike will converge at Avila Beach Resort for the Grand Tasting & Wine Auction as part of the larger Harvest on the Coast weekend celebration. Along with food and wine from more than 60 establishments comes live music by the Damon Castillo Band and an exciting winemaker-led wine and lifestyle auction that features rare wines, themed destination getaways, culinary treats and more. Meanwhile, those interested in kicking off the weekend the night before are invited to the “Crafted on the Coast” collaborative winemaker dinner on Friday, November 2, hosted at the Casitas Estate in Arroyo Grande featuring catering duo Flora & Fauna. Delights continue on Sunday, November 4 with “Surf’s Up Sunday,” where wineries throughout the region host a day of open house offerings such as hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment and wine discounts. This event is complimentary to all who attend Saturday’s Grand Tasting event.
The Food History Project is celebrating the first anniversary at the new Italian Market in Tin City, owned by Brian and Stephanie Terrizzi of Giornata Wines. We will watch a demonstration of homemade pasta making which is sold fresh daily. Local artisans, including pastry chef Gina Dusi, will provide samples from salami to chocolate to […]
Join us on Monday, January 14, 2019, from 5:30 to 7:00 at SLO Provisions for a discussion from Captain Mark Tognazzini about the commercial fishing industry along the Central Coast. Come early and order a delicious dinner. $10 donation appreciated.
The Zinfandel Experience will be held on Pier 27 in San Francisco.You will meet the wine makers at the most comprehensive showing of Zinfandels and blends in the world and experience a selection of sumptuous foods from restaurants and winery chefs. ZinEX is a three-day wine and food extravaganza attracting wine lovers from around the […]
Please Join Us for Appetizers and Refreshments Thursday, February 7, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM The Farm Bureau is happy to be a temporary home to the amazing history and personal stories of local grape growing, winemaking, and the people who made it what it is today. Explore the exhibit currently displayed in our […]
Are you mystified by the seasonal appearance of mushrooms? Have you always been interested, but daunted by the complexity of fungal forms? Well, now is the time to get some in-depth and hands-on training on mushroom identification!
The Wine History Project of SLO County has published its first book celebrating Archie McLaren: The Journey from Memphis Blues to the Central Coast Wine Revolution. It is written in Archie’s voice as told to the Wine History Project. The cover you will recognize is by artist James-Paul Brown. Please join us in this celebration. […]
We have a special treat for this month's Food History Project meeting: a field trip to Breaking Bread Bakery in San Luis Obispo on South Higuera. Glenna and Mark Evans will be giving the talk and will include a tour and samples. We will bake and compare bread made from different heritage grains grown and […]
"Generations" by Marsha Rebstock, 2011"Dance with the Pomegrantes" by Yuroz, 2016"The Kiss" by James-Paul BrownMarch 1 to April 14, 2019, at San Luis Museum of Art Wine Becomes Art is an exhibit featuring original works and art etchings on wine bottles at the SLO Museum of Art in San Luis Obispo. Wine Becomes Art is […]
The Wine History Project presents Wine Becomes Art, in San Luis Obispo County, an exhibit featuring original works and art etchings on wine bottles. This exhibit includes original works by James-Paul Brown, Yuroz, Gary Conway, Candice Norcross, Colleen Gnos, Michael Masicampo, and artists of the Mano Tinta Project. Wine Becomes Art opens March 1 at Art After Dark. Artist James-Paul Brown will be reading. The exhibit…
Hospitality Uncorked celebrates the vibrant social and cultural life that has made hospitality the No. 1 industry in Southern California. Robert Mondavi Wine and Food Award is the focal point of the night. Proceeds from the evening benefit The Collins College of Hospitality Management at Cal Poly Pomona. This years honoree is Gary Eberle of […]
The Fund for Vineyard and Farm Workers was established in 2004 by Brian and Johnine Talley to provide grants to organizations that assist San Luis Obispo County agricultural workers and their families. Mano Tinta wine is the key fundraising effort for the Fund for Vineyard and Farm Workers. Mano Tinta ("Red Hand" in Spanish) was chosen to signify the pride and commitment of farm workers to their craft. All of the grapes, materials, and services…
The Food History Project will host an informative discussion with Herb Filipponi, owner of Filipponi Ranch Cellars. Herb, the son of a Swiss-Italian immigrant, will share the history of the family-operated dairy in San Luis Obispo in 1938. The dairy was located just a quarter mile from the narrow gauge, Pacific Coast Railway that carried products from San Luis to Harford Pier in Avila Beach.
Sponsored by Travel Paso, The Wine History Project of SLO County and Krush 92.5
Receptions sponsored by JUSTIN Winery & Downtown Wineries of Paso Robles
A 3-day Zinfandel-focused celebration featuring: Zinposium: a unique Zin-focused seminar featuring a panel of winemakers, tasting you through the heritage grape of Paso Robles. This year's theme: Dry-Farmed Zinfandel! Z After-Party: A special walk-around Zinfandel tasting of 24 Paso Robles wineries, complemented by a fantastic selection of desserts, and live jazz music by Darrell Voss […]
The Food History Project will host an informative discussion on Farm Fresh Foods and the Creation of SLO Provisions with SLO Provisions co-owner, Steve Bland and Chef Sam Williams about the dynamics of working with local farmers and purveyors to curate their signature, farm to table cuisine. Originally launched as a convenient spot for from-scratch, […]
Join the Wine History Project in collaboration with the SLO Noor Foundation for SLO Noor Movie Night, featuring the film “Sideways” on Saturday, April 13 from 7:30 - 10pm at the Palm Theatre, located at 817 Palm Street. Doors open at 6:30 where guests can enjoy wines and accoutrements prior to the film showing. […]
Celebrate the best that Classic California has to offer. Enjoy three days of unforgettable events that embrace the love of California’s traditional surfing lifestyle and culture along with exceptional wine and food. Experience Central Coast wines, artisan brews, local California farm-fresh and seaport-inspired cuisine, as well as great music, art, and the amiable coastal community. […]
Wine, Beer, Food, Boutique Vendors, and Live Music in the beautiful Templeton Community Park on Mother's Day Weekend. The Templeton Wine Festival is produced by the Templeton Chamber of Commerce. Tickets are on sale here on the site, in the Templeton Chamber of Commerce office at 321 S. Main Street, or call 805-434-1789 to purchase […]
Join the Food History Project for our next lecture on Monday, May 13th at 5:30pm at SLO Provisions, where we will dive deep into soil health and learn more about creating and maintaining a healthy garden with speaker Cristy Christie from Black Diamond VermiCompost.