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CRAFT BEER, SPIRITS & WINES

Flying Embers Hard Kombucha (p. 21) Follow us on social media @ FlyingEmbersBrew. Visit our website to find us near you and learn more! FlyingEmbers.com Lama Dog Tap Room + Bottle Shop (p. 26) 20 revolving beer taps, including a gluten-free tap, four wine taps and non-alcoholic beverages. Bottle shop has over 300 distinct beers and smalllot wines. 116 Santa Barbara St., Santa Barbara, 805-880-3364, LamaDog.com. NABU Wines (p. 27) A member of the Malibu Coast Wine Trail, they make wines from the Santa Monica Mountains in the Malibu Coast AVA and the Napa Valley. Tasting room open evenings Th–Sa, and afternoons Sa & Su. 2649 Townsgate Rd., Westlake Village, 818-835-3704, NabuWines.com. Ojai Alisal Vineyard (p. 9) Producer of handcrafted Rhone-style wines from grapes grown only at its Upper Ojai Valley vineyard, reflecting the terroir that is Ojai. Tasting room at Azu Restaurant. Wine club memberships available. Visit website for tasting locations, events and wine club information. 805-640-3837, OjaiAlisal.com. Poseidon Brewing Company (p. 37) A small, local, veteran-owned craft brewery making a variety of beer styles. Visit the tasting room or take a growler to go. 5777 Olivas Park Dr., Ste. Q, Ventura, 805-477-0239, PoseidonBrewingCo.com. Ventura Spirits (p. 37) Since 2011, using the natural and agricultural bounty of California’s Central Coast to hand craft novel and delicious spirits. Tasting room open F–Su. 3891 N. Ventura Ave., Ventura, 805-232-4313, VenturaSpirits.com. Casa Pacifica Angels Wine, Food & Brew Festival (p. 23) Consistently voted “Best Charity Event” and “Best Food & Drink Festival” of Ventura County, this year marks the event’s 27 th anniversary. Live entertainment, food exhibitors, wineries, craft breweries and the Yummie Culinary Competition. Proceeds benefit Casa Pacifica Centers for Children and Families. June 7, 1–5pm. California State University Channel Islands, 1 University Dr., Camarillo, CPWineAndFoodFestival.com. Casa Pacifica’s Yummie Top Chef Dinner (p. 23) The Dinner features Ventura County’s top chefs – brought together for one unforgettable evening featuring seven courses paired with awardwinning wines and our “Best in Fest” winners. Friday, June 2nd at CSUCI. All proceeds benefit Casa Pacifica. CPWineAndFoodFestival.com. Ojai Wine Festival (p. 12) Taste wines from all of California’s unique growing domains in one beautiful lakeside location at the 34 th Annual Ojai Wine Festival! Tickets available. June 14, noon–4pm. Lake Casitas Recreation Area, Wadleigh Arm Event Area, 11093 Santa Ana Rd., Ventura, OjaiWineFestival.com. Tomatomania! (p. 17) Take part in the world’s largest and “funnest” heirloom tomato seedling sale, featuring more than 100 varieties. Otto & Sons Nursery, 1835 E. Guiberson Rd., Fillmore (Mar. 20–21); Underwood Farm Market, 5696 E. Los Angeles Ave., Somis (Mar. 28–29); Seaside Gardens, 3700 Via Real, Carpinteria (Apr. 4–5); Topa Mountain Winery, 821 W. Ojai Ave., Ojai (Apr. 4), Tomatomania.com. Ventura Spring Wine Walk (p. 27) Join us in downtown Ventura on March 28, 3–6pm for wine and craft beer at over 40 tasting locations. VIP Chocolate Lounge available. Free street Fair is 11am–6:30pm. Downtown Ventura, 805-628-9588, SpringWineWalk.com.

FARM & RANCH SUPPLIES & SERVICES

Progressive Land Management (p. 37) Helps local growers revitalize their orchards, and increase yields and revenue by focusing on soil health through cost-effective input strategies and cultural practices. 805-525-6033, ProLandMan.com. FARMERS’ MARKETS Ojai Certified Farmers’ Market (p. 37) Providing locally farmed produce, flowers and artisan foods directly to the community. Behind the Arcade in downtown Ojai. Sundays, rain or shine, 9am–1pm. 300 E. Matilija St., Ojai, OjaiCertifiedFarmersMarket.com. Ventura County Certified Farmers’ Markets (p. 15) Ventura County’s original farmers’ markets, providing connection of fresh and local foods and the finest small California farmers with locations in Santa Clarita, Thousand Oaks and Ventura. 805-529-6266, VCCFM.org

FARMS & FARM MARKETS

Earthtrine Farm (p. 17) B.D. Dautch and family’s farm provides fresh specialty produce and herbs to restaurants and schools. Certified Organic by CCOF, Earthtrine Farm’s produce can also be found at the Ojai Farmers’ Market and Santa Barbara Farmers’ Markets. robertbdmoon@yahoo.com. Friend’s Ranches (p. 43) The Friend family has grown Ojai citrus since the 1870s. Produce is at farmers’ markets, and available for local wholesale and seasonal mail order. Visitors welcome Tu & F, 7am–noon. 15150 Maricopa Hwy., Ojai, 805-646- 2871, FriendsRanches.com. Ojai Pixie Tangerines (p. 43) The Ojai Pixie Growers Association is over 40 family farms growing Pixie tangerines in the Ojai Valley. Pixies ripen in March, and the Ojai Pixie Growers sell them wholesale and direct for as long as there is fruit to sell, usually until May or June. OjaiPixies.com.

FOODIE DESTINATIONS

The Farmhouse at The Ojai Valley Inn and Spa (p. 5) The culinary inspired event center debuted in February 2019.. The Farmhouse provides spectacular new venues and even more exceptional culinary experiences alongside our award-winning culinary ambassador, Nancy Silverton. 905 Country Club Rd. Ojai, 855-697-8780, OjaiValleyInn.com/ Farmhouse

FOOD RETAILERS Somis Nut House (p. 37) For more than 55 years, one-ofa-kind retailer has offered a wide variety of candies, nuts, dried fruits and other goodies. Gift packages and shipping available, too. 4475 E. Los Angeles Ave., Somis, 805-386-1211, SomisNutHouse.com. John Nichols Gallery (p. 43) Since 1984, this gallery has been exhibiting and promoting vintage, vernacular and contemporary photography. Custom framing and archival services available. By appointment. 117 N. 10th St., Ste. 206, Santa Paula, 805-525-7804, JohnNicholsGallery.com.

GARDENING & LANDSCAPING

Flora Gardens (p. 21) Family owned and operated, friendly and knowledgeable service and a vast selection of succulents, annuals, perennials, cacti, houseplants, California native plants, trees, soils, fertilizer and pottery. Open seven days. 245 Old Baldwin Rd., Ojai, 805- 640-0055, FloraGardens.net. Otto & Sons Nursery (p. 17) Over 800 varieties of roses annually, comprehensive selection of fruit trees and berries, including stone fruit, apples, citrus, avocados, cherries and eight varieties of blueberries, specially bred for our climate. 1835 E. Guiberson Rd., Fillmore, 805-524-2123, OttoAndSons-Nursery.com. Treeco, Inc. (p. 15) Specializes in residential and commercial tree care with a focus on promoting healthy growth. Planting, pruning, fertilization, irrigation, removal, tree risk assessment and consultation. 2100 Goodyear Ave. #1, Ventura, 805-652-0404, treecoventura@att.net, TreecoVentura.com.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Grosman Chiropractic (p. 21) For over 20 years, Dr. Grosman has been providing quality and affordable chiropractic care for the whole family. He believes that true healing is achieved when the patient is fully engaged in their own health and well-being and that sustainable health and wellness is a lifelong journey. 3625 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., #168, Westlake Village, 805-558-0286, GrosmanChiropractic.com.

KITCHENWARE & GOURMET SUPPLIES

BellaCopper (p. 37) Copper conducts heat better! The original solid copper heat diffuser plate equalizes heating in your pans, with no hot spots. Also effective as a defroster plate and oven plate. Four sizes available. 805-218-3241, info@ bellacopper.com, BellaCopper.com.

MEAT & SEAFOOD MARKETS Ideal Seafood A family-run business offering the freshest, highest-quality seafood possible to their customers by bringing it direct from the boats. Also available is Rick’s Famous Smoked Salmon. 11512 N. Ventura Ave., Ojai, 805-640-1514, IdealSeafoodOjai.com. Main Street Meats (p.37) Butcher shop combined with neighborhood market offering local products and deli counter. Features meats humanely raised, processed without hormones or steroids, and as local as possible. 3049 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-643-0318, MainStreetMeatsVentura.com. The Ventura Meat Company (p. 37) Full-service, sustainable, retail butcher shop offering the highest quality, responsibly sourced meats at new lower prices. No artificial ingredients in anything sold here. 2650 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-667-9159, TheVenturaMeatCompany.com.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES. LightGabler Law (p. 34) A 14-attorney law firm that works with employers to develop proactive strategies to enhance workplace productivity and avoid employment disputes. They guide employers on strategic compliance with current laws governing all areas of employment including wage and hour issues, training, discipline, disabilities and documentation. 760 Paseo Camarillo, Ste. 300, Camarillo, 805-248-7208, LightGablerLaw.com.

SCHOOLS

Monica Ros School (p. 10) This school has been providing a magical beginning to education for generations of Ojai’s children. For 75 years, their mission has been to expand a child’s natural passion for learning in a setting that celebrates Ojai’s natural beauty. 783 McNell Rd., Ojai, 805-646-8184, MonicaRos.org. Oak Grove School (p. 7) This progressive co-educational day and boarding school serves preschool through college preparatory high school students. Located on an expansive 150-acre wooded campus, the school fosters an environment where students are encouraged to ask deep questions that flower from a truth within. 220 W. Lomita Ave., Ojai, 805-646-8236, OakGroveSchool.org. SPECIALTY FOODS Bennett’s Honey Farm (p. 10) With kosher and organic certificates, Bennett’s produces, packs and distributes from their 100% solarpowered “green” facility, where they use a gravity straining process to retain the honey’s natural components. Tasting room and store open seven days a week. 3176 Honey Lane (Hwy. 126), Fillmore, 805-521- 1375, BennettHoney.com. Blue Ridge Honey (p. 15) 1,600 bee colonies, pollinating locally. Ventura County Fair Blue Ribbon–winning raw, unfiltered, local honey varieties: Orange, Avocado, Sage, Wildflower and Raspberry. Available at local markets, farmers’ markets, direct and wholesale. 805-941- 3777, info@blueridgehoneyca.com, BlueRidgeHoneyCA.com. Buon Gusto Farms (p. 31) Highest-quality Buenaventura Olive Oil and California Coastal Olive Oils are made with olives that are handharvested, first pressed and cold pressed. Artisan California vinegars specially blended to pair with their oils. Available at farmers’ markets and local stores. Ventura, 805-641-1268, BuonGustoFarms.com. Corky’s Nuts (p. 37) Local, certified organic raw walnuts, oil & butter shipped directly to you, fresh from the farm. “You haven’t tasted a walnut until you’ve tasted CORKY’S NUTS!” Order online at corkysnuts.com Patagonia Provisions (p. 1) Products from forward-thinking farmers, ranchers and fishermen who embrace regenerative growing methods that restore our resources. Organic grains, soups, cereals, buffalo jerky, fruit & nut bars and smoked salmon. Available at Great Pacific Iron Works, Patagonia stores and online. PatagoniaProvisions.com. Pure Wild Co. (p. 3) PureWild Marine Collagen Infusions combine organic juices like Blueberry, Lime, and Mango with wild harvested marine collagen and adaptogens for a delicious way to better health. Available for purchase at Rainbow Bridge, Westridge Markets and Pacific Health Foods. PureWildCo.com

“Seed/Signal” by John Nichols

Since 1984

JohnNicholsGallery.com

Vintage, Vernacular and Contemporary Photographs

Custom Archival Framing

Featuring Horace Bristol Photographs

117 N. 10th St., Santa Paula Hours: By Appointment or by Chance Phone: 805-525-7804 Located above the Santa Paula Art Museum