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WINE, WINDMILLS, AND WALLS

ix years ago on this page I introduced myself to Ventana readers. At the time, I was the editor of a travel magazine and had recently returned to the U.S. after living abroad for the better part of a decade. I’d gotten married the year before; we’d bought a home and were talking kids. Change was afoot. Again. I was the third editor of this publication and it was still younger than my marriage.

In the spirit of out with the old, we immediately contemporized the design of Ventana and tweaked the editorial approach. We also tacked a cute little quote onto the Editor’s Note of that July 2007 issue: “If nothing ever changed, there’d be no butterflies.” Since then—or until now, I should say—little has changed. Enter Dean DeWinter, our new art director. And raise a glass to Christy Sisneros as she moves on. I won’t bore you with songs of praise or tired clichés: greeting the winds of change with a windmill rather than a wall, that sort of thing; I’ll keep the Buddhist blah blah internal. For now, let’s just exhale and keep rolling. The best way forward, I believe, is to pay heed to the younger generation. (Just ask Twitter-whipped former despots in places like Egypt and Tunisia.) Indeed, the 20-somethings of 2013 are hip to a revolution-in-progress, and staidness is nothing short of a death knell. Consider the neoteric wine aficionado. No upturned nose or raised pinky there. No pompousness. The elitist wine snob of old has over-aged into a puddle of vinegar while a new generation soaks up the full wine experience: the viticulture and vintnering, the tasting, learning, and sharing.

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Then there’s the modern X-factor. Take Wayne Kelterer (p. 15), a young man from Ventura who paired his own unique wine experience with an immersive multimedia approach to artistic expression. An online platform, of course—writing, video, photography—set to the ambient sounds of post-rock bands like Sigur Rós rather than Bach or Beethoven. Spurred by creativity as well as wine, Kelterer took it upon himself to visit 52 California wineries in 52 weeks, one full year, while working full-time. His blog, “A Long Pour,” while respectful—nay, reverent—of winemaking tradition, represents a new youth movement. It is a symbol of change. He emailed me a couple years back. A simple note from a reader. I stepped through a hyperlink into his blog and found it compelling enough to add his name to our list of potential interview subjects. He’s since left a lucrative career to pursue a new line of work—in the wine industry, of course. For this issue, we connected him with writer/sommelier Mark Storer, who discovered that Wayne’s love affair with wine began when he was just 21. Perfect. He’s still not yet 30. Sure, we could’ve interviewed an established winemaker. We’ll do more of that in the months ahead. Wayne’s perspective, though, is patently unique, his passion contagious. And of course if you’re curious, you can always sample the complex blend of winemaker interviews on his website: www.alongpour.com. — Matt mattk@ventanamonthly.com

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Along for the Ride: Wine Talk with Wayne Kelterer It began with a barely legal sip. Then came the blog, a merger of art and passion that led a local oenophile on a weekly mission to the far reaches of the Golden State—and ultimately down a new life path. By Mark Storer

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t was a bottle of River Run Carignane from Santa Cruz that changed Wayne Kelterer’s life. Some eight years ago, the then21-year-old construction worker who moonlighted playing guitar in a band was getting his wine on with a pal at Westside Cellar in Ventura. The wine, he said, blew his mind, and over time he and his friend Jordan got a reputation for being young Turks interested in the good stuff. Working stiffs, they made enough money to buy a few bottles —and each time they went, they bought a few more. During return visits, they tried different wines and took to “stealing” tastes from a friendly waiter who came to appreciate the boys’

take on various bottles, including leftovers from other patrons or returned bottles. Intrigue plus passion led Kelterer to start a blog called A Long Pour, documenting his wine-soaked travels around California—52 wineries in 52 weeks. The purpose was simple: to meet winemakers and tell their stories. But the blog evolved, earning acclaim and ultimately leading to a new career in the world of wine. Over sobering cups of coffee, we spoke with Wayne about his Ventura County roots, his development as an oenophile, and his ever-evolving passion for the real deal. 88

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Mark Storer: What role has Ventura County played in your evolution as an oenophile? Wayne Kelterer: My love of wine was really spurred along by Ventura County. It’s certainly no epicenter of wine, but the connections here are pretty deep for me. Meeting and talking with Adam Tolmach (Ojai Winery) was a really big part of that. His approach to showing off what terroir means and what good wine is—that’s where a lot of this started for me. MS: I understand you recently left a lucrative career as a contractor to get into the wine business. Wasn’t that a risky move? WK: I felt like I was burning out, and I didn’t want to do that. I needed a creative outlet. My then-girlfriend, now my wife, Damaris, and my friend Jesse encouraged me to start a writing project. I’d had this idea to start a wine blog for a long time, so I decided to do it. For a year and a half, I traveled about 6,000 miles up and down California. I had a pretty good job as a contractor, but on the weekends we’d go to wineries. I’d talk to the winemakers for a couple hours, they’d take me into the cellar and we’d taste. I designed the blog, did the photos, and wrote the stories myself. I didn’t write reviews, though. MS: So your blog wasn’t about ratings, and it wasn’t dependent on money or advertising? WK: No, the blog was more about the winemakers—who they were and what they did. Before I knew it, I got in with a pretty legit crowd. They knew I wasn’t reviewing wines or scoring them, I was just telling stories and talking about what they do. Here locally, I spent hours with Adam Tolmach tasting great wines and talking. I’d go out on a limb and say he’s

really the godfather winemaker of our region, including Santa Barbara County. I met Matthias Pippig of Sanguis wines, too; he lives in Ojai. And although I don’t really know Manfred Krankl (Sine Qua Non winery), I’ve met him, and the fact that he [makes his world-renowned wines] in this sort of off-the-radar way, in Oak View, is such an inspiration. MS: We heard a lot about Pierce’s disease and the sharpshooter bug in the ‘90s. Any other reasons we don’t see more wine grapes being grown in Ventura County? WK: The few vineyards we have do not produce enough grapes, or enough diversity of grapes, to keep operations like Ojai Vineyard or Sine Qua Non going. And many of the more ideal sites are already planted to cash-heavy crops, providing little incentive to change them over … At Jonata, we grow 10 grapes and all of them thrive. But most of the 600acred property is sand—straight beach sand. The owners selected some of the best spots and planted grapes to see what would take, so there are these little fragmented blocks of land where the soil and microclimates are perfect … The challenge is not to grow grapes, but to grow great grapes, and you need special sites to do that. MS: How would you define good winemaking? WK: Matthias Pippig and his wife, Jamie, have a poster in their living room that sums it up for me. In big bold letters it says, “FOOD.” After that, it lists seven food-related principles: buy it with thought, cook it with care, use less wheat and meat, buy local foods, serve just enough, use what is left, don’t waste it. You would have to change some words, but something similar could be said of wine. If we aim to buy wine thoughtfully, to respect it as something someone made, we are doing well. I buy

ABOVE: Rustic charm at Old Creek Ranch Winery in the Ojai Valley. While most producers on the Ventura County Wine Trail source grapes from other regions, pocket vineyards render quality fruit and local winemaking is on the rise. OPPOSITE: Ventura’s Wayne Kelterer followed his passion for wine and creative expression down the information superhighway, then to Jonata Winery in the Santa Ynez Valley, where just 80 of 600 acres are farmed for “great grapes.”

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wines I like from people or places I like. I support many of our local producers who are doing good things while providing for their families. I try new things and don’t let trends or marketing slogans dictate my palate. Look, making good wine is hard under the best of conditions, and sometimes wine gets caught up in kitsch and marketing rather than the land and the fruit. MS: How did your passion become your job? WK It was funny. Being in construction for so long, I know about demanding customers. I was working 70 hours a week, then spending time on these creative projects. One Sunday night, my wife saw an ad on Craigslist for Jonata Wines in the Santa Ynez Valley; they were looking for someone to take care of their customer base. I knew the winemaker, Matt Dees, and the assistant winemaker, Drew Pickering, from the writing I’d been doing. I knew the region, I knew the wines, and I knew how to handle demanding clients. MS: So you invented a new career for yourself? WK: Yeah, I literally wrote myself into a job. Mostly I work from home. But the work I do puts me in touch with people. That’s the key to it all. That’s why I have low tolerance for the lifestyle brands of wine and the dumbing down of it. Winemaking is hard work. Anybody can buy fruit and put it in a barrel. But it takes growing the fruit and understanding the farming aspect to really make great wine. v A LONG POUR: 52 WEEKS WITH CALIFORNIA WINE Get Wayne’s take on winemakers up and down the Golden State at alongpour.com. VENTURA COUNTY WINE TRAIL Log on to venturacountywinetrail.com for info on local wine touring and tasting. J U LY 2 0 1 3 | v e n t a n a | 1 7

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From the moment you walk through the doors at Watermark, you know you are in for a dining and entertainment experience. The breathtaking architecture draws you in the instant you are greeted at the hostess stand, then once seated, the newly updated menu and deep, diverse wine list pique your interest. The excitement continues as your waiter shares the seafood specials, many of which caught that day, and the smooth sounds of a jazz trio fills your ears. With your meal complete, it is now time to make your way upstairs to an ocean inspired W2O, Watermark’s rooftop bar and live music lounge. A diverse band lineup paired with some very tasty signature cocktails is a great way to celebrate your evening out on the town. The dance floor and rooftop perch overlooking Main Street become popular meeting points as the night progresses.

C-Street Restaurant and Aqua Beachfront Bar & Grill

Ventura’s only Beachfront Hotel! Come explore and you will uncover a treasure within the Crowne Plaza featuring two fine dining venues, C-Street Restaurant and Aqua Ad Proof Beachfront Bar and Grill. C-Street Restaurant has a California Inspired Cuisine menu featuring the freshest, locally grown ingredients. The Wine list reflects regional stand-outs Client: Crowne Plaza Ad Executive: Dave Stephens (805) 648-2244 as well as old-world gems. Located directly on the beach, the subtle sounds of waves Please_check_this_proof_over_carefully_and_indicate_all_corrections_clearly.__You_will_have_a_“1st_Proof”,_“2nd_Proof”,_and_“Final_Proof”.__If_we_receive_no_proof_after_the_1st_or_2nd_ Proofs,_ad Will run the assand is.__If_this_proof_meets_your_approval_on_the_1st_proof,_check_off_“FInal_ProoF_(aPProveD)”_box,_date_and_sign_at_the_bottom. crashing against will soothe you from the moment you wake up to the time your ISSuE: july 2013 head touches the pillow for the night!

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Downtown Ventura Dining

We are the Best Bones Salads, Sandwiches in Town! Steaks & Chicken Full Bar • draft Beer happy hour Menu from $3 sun-Thurs 4-7pm, Fri & sat 4-6pm

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Introducing Chicago’s Hot Dog Stand! You don’t have to go to L.A. to get a great hot dog. (Take- out or outdoor seating only) Chicago Ribs and More is located on Main Street in Ventura, CA. We’re the home of the best BBQ in the area with the biggest portions, hands down! Our scrumptious food, friendly staff and great service will make you return again and again! Visit us and try our famous baby back ribs, delicious homemade corn bread, and unique and tasty sides. Not a big meat lover? We’ve got you covered. Try our popular turkey or veggie burger or one of our many scrumptious salads or sandwiches! We also offer fantastic seafood dishes, like our tasty shrimp, salmon and halibut! There is something for everyone! Come try “THE BEST BONES IN TOWN!” at CHICAGOS RIBS and more!!

Eric Ericssons Fish Co

If you are looking to get away and just enjoy a wonderful seafood meal and relax in front of the water, this is a great place! The seafood is outstanding! With our attentive staff and generous portions, Eric Ericssons is the place to dine!

Aloha Steakhouse

Welcome to Aloha Steakhouse… the Ultimate Dining Experience! We believe that dining should be more of a pleasure than a necessity, which is why we prefer deck shoes and C atering & D elivery AdofProof surf shirts tucked in fashion the corporate world. We offer two spectacular locations, Parking on Premises one with breathtaking ocean views and the other in the majestic Santa Rosa Valley. Our Ad Executive: Dave Stephens (805) 648-2244 Client: Aloha Steakhouse Ad and Executive: Dave Ste 692 E. Main St. St. unrivaled commitment to exceptional service, award winning cuisine affordable wine d_indicate_all_corrections_clearly.__You_will_have_a_“1st_Proof”,_“2nd_Proof”,_and_“Final_Proof”.__If_we_receive_no_proof_after_the_1st_or_2nd_ Please_check_this_proof_over_carefully_and_indicate_all_corrections_clearly.__You_will_have_a_“1st_Proof”,_“2nd_Proof”,_and_“Final_Proof”.__If_w selections sets a new standard of quality. Aloha Steakhouse features a menu of classic Downtown Ventura (corner of Fir & Main) of_meets_your_approval_on_the_1st_proof,_check_off_“FInal_ProoF_(aPProveD)”_box,_date_and_sign_at_the_bottom. ISSuE: july 2013 Proofs,_ad Will run as is.__If_this_proof_meets_your_approval_on_the_1st_proof,_check_off_“FInal_ProoF_(aPProveD)”_box,_date_and_sign and contemporary favorites in an atmosphere that is warm and inviting. When you are www.chicagoribsandmore.com here, you are part of our family! Aloha & Mahalo F I N E

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Rhumb Line

Navigating you to great flavor and fun- Amazing dishes, tasty cocktails, and an incredible happy hour in one of the most picturesque locations in the Ventura Harbor. We proudly introduce Rhumb Line, the Sunset Restaurant. A plethora of dining options is offered in the restaurant accompanied by a full bar. Enjoy scenic views while sinking your teeth into burgers, ‘sandies’, and scrumptious salads. Our dinner menu featuring great salads, raw bar, steaks, and fresh seafood. Sundays were made for Brunch and BBQs. Our menu has all the traditional brunch fare as well as a few surprises. The Newly remodeled water front restaurant with incredible views of Ventura Harbor and the most stunning sunsets anywhere in southern California offers Fresh seafood from the fishing boats to the kitchens that is moderately priced for customers.

Café Fiore

AD PROOF Located in the heart of newly renovated downtown Ventura, Café Fiore is an understated elegant spot for traditional rustic Italian cooking with a Client: Rhumb Line Ad Executive: Linda Bobbitt (805) 648-2244 Southern flare. Comfortable loose pillows, overstuffed couches and warm Please_check_this_proof_over_carefully_and_indicate_all_corrections_clearly.__You_will_have_a_“1st_Proof”,_“2nd_Proof”,_and_“Final_Proof”.__If_we_receive_no_proof_after_the_1st_or_2nd_ fireplace in our Martini lounge is a great spot to sip fun favorable martinis Proofs,_AD WILL RUN AS IS.__If_this_proof_meets_your_approval_on_the_1st_proof,_check_off_“FINAL_PROOF_(APPROVED)”_box,_date_and_sign_at_the_bottom. ISSUE: jULy 2013 and listen to the sounds of hip jazz trios.

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Agave Maria’s

Authentic Mexican flavors abound on the menu, featuring generous portions of fresh ingredients in your Tacos, Burritos and Enchiladas. Only Organic Beans and Rice are used, no lards or butters, and farm fresh produce whenever possible. Specialty items include delicious Ceviche, Fiesta Shrimp Salad and handmade Chili Rellanos. Our Niman Ranch Steak and Chicken Campestre entrees give the noncarb eater a delicious alternative choice. Chef David Delgadillo brings his 20 years of experience to the menu items, while the bar pours Pixie Tangerine Margaritas by the pitchers. Patrons of all ages enjoy the sunshine under the yellow umbrellas of the picturesque town residents call home.

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The Oaks, is Ojai’s all-inclusive destination spa. Come for a day or stay for a week.

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Azu

Chef Laurel Moore has created an elegant, comfortable destination, for world travelers and Ojai locals, serving a fresh local Menu inspired by Spanish & Mediterranean Comfort Cuisine. Serving an expansive wine list of local and international wines, featuring 25 wines by the glass and a vast, creative Specialty Cocktail Selection. Private Dining Room available with Private Garden Patio and Bar, perfect for any large function, Rehearsal Dinner, Reception, or Birthday Feast.

The Ranch House

“Cuisine is cuisine, but The Ranch House is original.”

The ultimate in romance--hidden away in the beautiful Ojai Valley located between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara. Intimate garden dining, meandering streams, award winning cuisine, Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence wine list with over 800 selections available, bakery and herb garden on premises--for over 56 years this romantic garden restaurant has been perfection in Ojai. “Simple elegance in a heavenly setting” marks this renowned Ojai idyll, “original” California cuisine, matched with a “world-class wine list”, “ultimate in outdoor dining.” Ad Executive: Laura F I N E

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Ventura County Dining Grinder Deli

Grinder Restaurant is a unique full service Restaurant where under one roof you can enjoy a fresh cup of coffee, a sumptuous dinner or a refreshing cocktail. Come to visit and discover a world of flavors from Breakfast served at any time, Certified Angus Beef (r) Steaks and Hamburgers, Ribs, Spectacular Salads, Gargantuan Deli Sandwiches, Soups made daily, our famous Fish and Chips and our signature dishes from Mexico and Italy. Don’t forget to indulge yourself with one of our 36 desserts from our onsite Bakery.

Enzo’s

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Enjoy the authentic taste of real Italian cuisine from pizza (hot from the old world pizza oven) and spaghetti to gourmet specialties at Enzo’s. Take pleasure in the specialty martini’s and classy signature cocktails. All served in a quiet and comfortable setting at the historic Tudor style Glen Tavern Inn, Santa Paula. Open Tuesday through Sunday, for a light supper, drinks and appetizers, or an intimate dinner.

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Tierra Sur Restaurant, inside Herzog Wine Cellars new stateof-the-art winery, is Chef Todd Aarons’ second incarnation of Mediterranean influenced seasonal cuisine, this time utilizing California’s local produce. Menu items such as pomegranatemarinated lamb, aged rib-eye steak and wild king salmon are cooked outdoors over an open flame. The menu also includes house-made organic corn tortillas with exotic fillings Client: Grinder Deli Ad Executive: such as birria (chili-braised lamb) with salsa cruda and grilledDiane Ne achiote-marinated red snapper with tomatillo salsa. A high Please_check_this_proof_over_carefully_and_indicate_all_corrections_clearly.__You_will_have_a_“1st_Proof”,_“2nd_Proof”,_and_“Final_Proof”.__If_we Proofs,_ad Will run as is.__If_this_proof_meets_your_approval_on_the_1st_proof,_check_off_“FInal_ProoF_(aPProveD)”_box,_date_and_sign point of the menu is the prix fixe wine tasters meal with wine pairings for each course.

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Enzo’s Italian Restaurant Sample our Specialty Drinks Martinis The Tavern TempTress Gala Apple Stoli, Fresh Mint, Agave Nectar, Fresh Lime Juice and a Dash of Bitters LImOnBLU marTInI Ventura Limoncello, Stoli Blueberry Vodka, cranberry juice vanILLa vOODOO marTInI Stoli Vanilla, agave nectar, fresh lemon juice

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A unique restaurant and wine bar which features a combinaAd Executive: Warren B award Winning margaritas tion of local and international flavor. Hollywood Beach Wine Please_check_this_proof_over_carefully_and_indicate_all_corrections_clearly.__You_will_have_a_“1st_Proof”,_“2nd_Proof”,_and_“Final_Proof”.__If_w dinner specials Proofs,_ad Will run as is.__If_this_proof_meets_your_approval_on_the_1st_proof,_check_off_“FInal_ProoF_(aPProveD)”_box,_date_and_sign Company uses local growers and highlights Oxnard and surHappy Hour mon. - fri., 4-7pm rounding wineries. The beautiful harbor front patio is always catering/Party Platters a fun place to be on a “rockin” Saturday and Sunday brunch, family Pack meals to-Go where they serve Blood Orange Mimosas while you listen to live blues, motown and jazz music. Inside, the “Cheers” type bar is a friendly place to relax, socialize and get wine education for their Sommelier, Lisa Stoll. The main dining room is an elegant and relaxing place to experience a fantastic meal, created by Chef Tim Kilcoyne. Hollywood Beach Wine Company also hosts private parties in their fully enclosed and lovely VIP room.

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Ventura County Dining Brophy Bros

Brophy Bros Seafood Restaurant and Clam Bar has a fun and lively atmosphere located right on the docks combined with the serene and expansive views of the Ventura Harbor and the Topa Topa mountains. Choose your spot – sit at the bar facing the views and the clam bar, grab a window and lean in, or sit at a table inside or out. Brophy Bros is famous for it’s Clam Chowder, Fish and Chips and Bloody Mary’s. We are thankful to be voted the Best Seafood Restaurant, Best Clam Chowder and Best Bloody Mary by the SB Independent, News Press, and the VC Reporter. Brophys supports American Made, we also participate in composting, recycling and making Bio-Diesel from our used cooking oil. We make every effort to participate in the community and are very grateful for our loyal customers.

Brophy Bros. Restaurant & Clam Bar

Embassy Suites Hotel-Coastal Grill

Coastal Grill, set against the dramatic beachfront setting, offers a casual dining experience. Enjoy delicious American fare and locally-brewed craft beers or select a wine by bottle or glass as the perfect accompaniment to your meal. With a strong focus on innovative cuisine, the restaurant showcases top quality meats and chicken grilled to perfection, alongside fresh fish caught from local waters.

Andria’s Seafood Restaurant

Ad Proof Andria’s Seafood Restaurant and Market well known for The Freshest Seafood Available, prepared to order- grilled,fried,baked,or broiled. Delicious Salmon, Mahi-Mahi, Halibut and Ad Executive: Linda Bobbitt (805) 648-2244 Andria’s Famous mouth-watering Clam Chowder made from scratch daily, is a must! The and_indicate_all_corrections_clearly.__You_will_have_a_“1st_Proof”,_“2nd_Proof”,_and_“Final_Proof”.__If_we_receive_no_proof_after_the_1st_or_2nd_ Seafood just doesn’t get any Fresher! Located at the water’s edge in the beautiful Ventura roof_meets_your_approval_on_the_1st_proof,_check_off_“FInal_ProoF_(aPProveD)”_box,_date_and_sign_at_the_bottom. IssuE: juLy 2013 Harbor Village Andria’s offers breath taking views of the harbor in a relaxed family atmosphere. It’s noWonder Andria’s is voted Ventura Counties Favorite Seafood Restaurant!

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ARMING AND RANCHING FORM THE CORE of Ventura County’s past, present, and future, and you can’t travel far anywhere in the area without passing green fields of veggies, undulating orchards of fruit, or grassy hillsides lined with livestock. But when it comes to discovering the county’s gourmet fringes of food production, there’s only one place to go: the western stretch of Highway 150, that winding country road connecting Carpinteria to Ojai, where the region’s first cheesemaking operation in at least a decade has opened within a few minutes drive of fancy fowl and orchards of exotic fruit. While not all of these farms are open to the public, you can find their goods in numerous stores, restaurants, and farmers markets. So enjoy these brief tastes of each spot, and remember to pay attention next time you’re on this palate-pleasing pass. 28

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LEFT: Ana Brush and her fiancé, Jesse Smith, work with head cheesemaker Makaila Harvan-Thompson (right) at Casitas Valley Creamery. TOP: A semi-hard cheese similar to Dry Jack molds and ripens while establishing its consistency. FAR RIGHT: Farmhouse cheddars begin the aging process, which may last several years.

Artisanal Cheeses: Casitas Valley Creamery Though the Regenerative Earth Farm was only recently founded, there’s already a lot of promise on the horizon for the nearly 50-acre property located a couple miles east of the squab ranch. Persimmon brandy, apple cider, heritage pigs, and plenty of avocados are already in the works, each being done as sustainably as can be. But all eyes are now turned to the Casitas Valley Creamery, the first commercial cheesemaking operation to hit the Tri-County region in years. “It’s the largest and most exclusive enterprise on the entire farm,” said Ana Brush, who runs the operation with her fiancé, Jesse Smith, and friend Makaila Harvan-Thompson, the head cheesemaker. With permaculture guidance from Ana’s father, Warren Brush (who advises farmers worldwide), and expert advice from “cheese guru” Keith Johnson (who helped start Cowgirl Creamery), the team has already made a variety of cheddars, fetas, bries, and curds, with flavors ranging from smoked and spicy to olive oil and lavender. And that’s

just from two batches of milk. “We ended up with a much huger variety of cheeses than we expected,” admitted Ana, “which is really fun.” Getting the milk proved to be the first hurdle, as small-time, family run, organic dairies are in short supply. “We were very fortunate to find a dairy,” said Harvan-Thompson, who started her cheesemaking studies with an intensive class at Cal Poly. And it turns out that actually making cheese takes a bit of effort as well. “Every minute counts, every degree counts, every time you stir counts; every step changes the cheese,” she explained while inside the small creamery itself, which was refurbished extensively after more than a decade of sitting unused. “When we’re making cheese, I do not leave this room.” While that makes for the occasional 20-hour day, the results are already causing cheeseheads to drool. One can only imagine what’s going to happen when you can pair their products with similarly handmade apple cider and persimmon brandy.

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Gary Carpenter carries on the bird business his grandfather started in 1921. Squab is still the focus, though he now raises ducks and chickens as well.

Fancy Fowl: Carpenter Squab Ranch As his golf cart zips around rows of feather-filled coops, Gary Carpenter looks proudly out over the ranch where he can house up to 16,000 carefully bred pigeons at a time, their collective job being to raise four-week-old offspring known as squab, a delicacy worldwide. “I built this place almost 50 years ago,” said the 70-year-old, who erected the cages atop a former walnut orchard in 1966 and is just now considering how to pass on the reins, “but my family has done it since 1921.” That was his grandfather, who fell in love with carrier and homing pigeons during his World War I stint in France and returned to La Cañada to raise them himself. “He was a lot more into it than my father and me,” said Carpenter in his usually dry tone. “I’m not that enamored with pigeons, to be honest.” Indeed, he never thought he’d take up the family business until a doctor told him he had diabetes and should maintain an active life. “So that’s how I got into the business,” he explained. In addition to moving the ranch to Highway 150, Carpenter has also

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started raising ducks (which he sells direct-to-consumer and to restaurants) and chickens (whose eggs his daughter sells), and developed a state and federally certified slaughterhouse, which is also used by neighbors such as Watkins Cattle Company and Picaflor Farms. But squab remain the main game, with about 1,200 harvested per week, the bulk of which go to the Chinese market in Los Angeles. “I can’t keep up with them,” said Carpenter of the ravenous Chinese customers. “I haven’t had enough squab in 30 years.” Fine dining restaurants of more Western traditions, such as Spago in Los Angeles and Downey’s in Santa Barbara, also covet the birds, which Carpenter said are quite tough to prepare correctly because they are easy to overcook. On his side, however, the formula isn’t so difficult. “It’s a fairly simple operation,” he said. “What’s time consuming is pairing up new birds. I’m constantly moving them around.” Complaints aside, Carpenter isn’t looking forward to retirement. “I’m getting old, so I gotta get out,” he said. “But I really don’t want to. I really enjoy raising pigeons.”

ABOVE: Farmer Anthony Brown took this picture in Ecuador around the time he imported the first cherimoyas to California. TOP: A sweet view from Rincon del Mar Ranch. Though native to South America, the fruit grows well in the foothills of Carpinteria. RIGHT: Siblings Nick and Christine Brown at farmers market.

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Exotic Fruit: Rincon del Mar’s Cherimoyas True, it’s much easier to reach the gates of Rincon del Mar by taking the 101 freeway to Bates Road than by sneaking in from the backside where Highway 150 connects, but nowhere in the world is a more intriguing orchard of labor-intensive yet lucrative fruit. This is the hub of North America’s cherimoya industry, which revolves around the stunningly finicky fruit, originally from South America, that requires hand-pollination of every flower because there are no native pollinators in this hemisphere. “Everyone told us we would fail,” explained Nick Brown, whose father, Anthony Brown, imported the first cherimoyas to California three decades ago and eventually developed two of the most planted varieties. “It’s absolutely a temperamental tree and a temperamental fruit. But when it’s right, like it was last year, we could do no wrong.” When handled correctly and eaten at the peak of ripeness—think avocados and peaches: not overly gooey—the cherimoya exhibits a range of tropical fruit flavors imbued with powerful sweetness and hints of savory vanilla. It’s become a very expensive dessert in Spain, where diners pick out their selection like we do lobsters, and also the primary gift given during Chinese New Year. In the United States, it’s also finding a

home in mixed drinks and ice creams, and the Browns have done a tremendous job of informing the public of its health merits through their farmers market presence in Santa Barbara, Ojai, and Santa Monica. “They’re not just delicious,” said the younger Brown, 21, who recently graduated from college in Colorado and entered the family business, “they’re also really good for you.” Unlike Gary Carpenter, whose kids don’t want anything to do with his squab, the elder Brown is happy to have an eager generation to take over. Said Anthony, “It’s good to get v new blood.”

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’ve always thought it a shame that visitors to Northern California’s Wine Country spend so much time in wineries. Or worse, cloistered in cars as they zoom from one tasting room to the next. After all, with so many wineries, from homespun to elegant establishments, the temptation to cram in as many as possible can be irresistible. In the past, that’s what I, too, had done. But on every visit, as I peered out the car window and watched the scenery fly by, I wondered what it would be like to instead cycle my way through Wine Country. The region’s quiet country lanes and gentle rolling hills are perfect for biking. On a bike, I reasoned, I could combine wine tasting with sightseeing, adventure, and exercise. I would not just glimpse, but truly experience, the region’s beauty—its olive groves, green pastures, and manicured vineyards. And so I recruited my friend Jennifer to join me, and we headed to Sonoma County. Healdsburg, 70 miles north of San Francisco, served as my base. With its galleries, antique shops, and specialty boutiques, the picturesque town is the kind of place where the local market stocks its shelves with fancy vinegar and chipotle sauce, rather than paper towels and canned soup. Honor Mansion, a Victorian inn built in 1883, is a short walk from the town square. A

century-old magnolia tree shades the front lawn; an enchanting koi pond fills the back patio; and platters of home-baked cookies and iced tea lure guests into the antique-furnished lobby. Randy Johnson, the owner of Getaway Adventures in Napa, burst through the door as I polished off an apricot scone. Getaway Adventures offers customized private rides and one- to six-day group bike-and-kayak tours, including all the gear, van support, and lunch. Randy suggested that we pedal south along the grape-growing region of Westside Road, then continue along River Road (which follows the Russian River). From there, we could take redwood-lined Moscow Road to the coast. In all, it’s a 47-mile ride, but he promised we could always drive a portion if it became too arduous. “For a one-day trip, this is pretty exciting,” he said. “Its’ a good way to see three different microclimates.” Westside Road is a wide country lane lined with scores of vineyards. “This is quintessential wine country,” Randy said, as we pedaled along at an easy pace. Licorice-scented fennel grew wild along the road. The rolling hills were sunbaked, brown but for golden mustard patches, studded with oak, bay, fir, pine trees, and an occasional barn. As we rode, Randy and I chatted. He explained that he launched his biking business after a ski injury put him out of commission. He took up bicycling to get back into shape. Then his uncle, a wine buyer, joined him and suggested they combine bike riding with wine tasting.

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The region’s quiet country lanes and gentle rolling hills are perfect for biking. On a bike, I reasoned, I could combine wine tasting with sightseeing, adventure, and exercise.

“My uncle taught me the finer points of wine tasting, the sniffing and the swirling,” Randy said. Friends began asking him to escort them on wine tasting bike tours. Some offered to pay. “That was the point when I realized this could really be a business,” he said. So he left his job in advertising and launched Getaway Adventures. After about an hour of cycling, we stopped at Hop Kiln Winery. The building, a former hop kiln, was built in 1905 by a crew of Italian stonemasons and is on the registry of National Historic Trust Buildings. With its wood beams and floors, the winery was inviting and comfortable. Grateful to step into the air-conditioned coolness, I browsed among the art gallery and gift shop, admiring the grape-themed paraphernalia; then I joined Jennifer and Randy in the tasting room. Randy was describing a cabernet as “meaty,” and Jennifer was raving about her glass of “Big Red,” which, according to the label, had hints of chocolate and tobacco flavors. “Chocolate and tobacco?” she laughed. “No wonder I like it. “ I sampled a white blend and was charmed by its name: “Thousand Flowers.” But I ended up purchasing a rosé, mostly for its brilliant fiery color. As we lugged our purchases out the door and into the van, I understood the wisdom of a support vehicle. Randy dismounted near the end of Westside Road. Beckoning for me to join him in a small patch of shade, he grinned and pointed down at the river. “Let’s take a little dip,” he said. On our way to the riverbank, an old billboard welcomed us to the “Vacation Wonderland” of Monte Rio, a faded riverfront resort that looks like it came straight from a movie set. Once known as the “Queen of the Russian River,” the town enjoyed its heyday in the ‘20s. “This little hamlet may be past its prime, but it offers wonderful river access,” Randy explained. W made our way down the gravely shore, dunked our feet in the still water, and watched a man and his dog glide by in a kayak. Bright yellow flowers grew wild along the banks. The air was fragrant with

sweet clover, and every pebble lining the river bottom was visible. After a short break, we were ready to roll. A quick detour took us to Moscow Road, lined with towering redwoods overlooking the river. These trees, which grow from the central California to the southern Oregon coast, are the tallest and among the oldest living things in the world. “It’s so pretty here,” Randy said. “So quiet, like nature ’s cathedral.” The Russian River meets the sea at Goat Rock, home to a colony of harbor seals. Randy scouted out a picnic table on the sand and shooed Jennifer and me away while he prepared lunch. We strolled along the beach, savoring the ocean breeze. But driven by hunger, we quickly made our way back and were greeted by pesto pasta salad with sun-dried tomatoes and artichoke hearts; organic greens with thick slices of ripe tomatoes; slabs of French bread with brie, melon chunks, and sweet green grapes; and soft chocolate chip cookies. After lunch, we got back on our bikes and pedaled single-file down serpentine Highway 1. We cycled past Whale Point, Arched Rock, Seal Rock, and Salmon Point, stopping frequently to gaze at the dramatic views of the wild Sonoma coast—its long stretches of sandy beaches, craggy cliffs, and secluded little coves. I pulled on my windbreaker, listened to the waves crash on the rocks, and gazed at the fog-shrouded sea. In a single day, I had experienced the best and most beautiful of Northern California—its rivers and redwoods, valleys and vineyards, and one of the most magnificent coastlines in the world. I pitied the people who but glimpse this glory from car windows. v

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For Tiffany Buchanan, a formally trained pastry chef and resident of Thousand Oaks, the “A-ha!” moment came in the middle of a heat wave as she was making popsicles for her children. Throughout her career as a pastry chef, Tiffany always found herself creating some sort of frozen concoction to go alongside her plated desserts. “It was the most fun part, the most versatile,” she reflects. And now through Freezer Monkeys, her gourmet popsicle business, she gets to have fun with her flavors every single day. Tiffany launched her business in January 2012, but it wasn’t until a forager for Whole Foods tasted her popsicles that things really began to take off. She recalls her nerves in anticipation of the meeting, and how she gambled and left all her marketing materials at home. “Since my popsicles are all about flavor, I simply showed up with eight popsicles and a business card,” she says. His first words after tasting: “How soon can you have them?” Her products are now available in 14 retail locations, and she produces approximately 150 cases each week in the kitchen space she rents in Ventura. It is from her sorbet recipes—like raspberry Thai chile and blueberry orange blossom—that her popsicles have evolved. She also offers flavors like Mexican chocolate, caramelized pineapple, horchata, and her seasonal flavor: white peach infused with Earl Grey tea, inspired by a bite of a fresh peach at the farmer’s market. The unfortunate thing, Tiffany explains, is having to call her gourmet treats, made without artificial flavors or preservatives, popsicles. She likes to think of them as more refined: “Like sorbet on a stick,” she says.

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The Taming of the Shrew July 12 – 14 | Libbey Bowl, Ojai William Shakespeare’s “The Taming of the Shrew,” directed by Allan Hunt and presented by the Thousand Oaks Repertory Company, will be playing for one weekend only. Showtime 7:30 p.m. General admission $20, $15 for seniors and students, free for kids under 18. 210 S. Signal St., Ojai. For more information, visit thousandoaksrep.com.

Surf Rodeo July 13 –14 | Pierpont Beach, Ventura This two-day surf and music festival will feature beer gardens, 70+ vendors selling original crafts and event-themed manufactured goods, and two stages for musicians including multitalented local pro surfers Timmy Curran, from Oxnard, and Tom Curren, the three-time world champion from Santa Barbara. More than 20 other musical acts will perform as well. July 13, 11 a.m.-8 p.m; July 14, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. For more information, visit surfrodeo.org or call 805.655.5700.

The White Horses Visit Camarillo Ranch July 17 | Camarillo Ranch Representatives from the Camarillo White Horse Association and the majestic White Horses themselves will be at the Ranch for the next installment of “Tales at the Ranch.” Learn about this unique bloodline and the role of the horses in Ventura County history. 7 p.m. For more information, visit camarilloranch.org.

Wild and Scenic Film Festival July 19 | Malibu Civic Theater The Santa Monica Mountains of eastern Ventura County will be part of the focus of this eco-oriented film festival, to be held at the Malibu Civic Theater. In addition to the films, there will be an environmental fair and food trucks (at the City of Malibu Parking Lot as well as the Resource Conservation District of the Santa Monica Mountains Wild and Scenic Film Festival). For more information, visit rcdsmm.org.

Convergence July 19 | Downtown Ventura The Ventura County Ballet Company’s dance troupe of elite, pre-professional ballerinas, DAnce ART, will perform in a piece titled “Convergence,” part of a multi-media event masterminded by Donna Granata, local photographer and founder of Focus on the Masters. The event will combine dance, music, and fine art, celebrating the spirit of collaboration and a shared passion for the arts. DAnce ART ballerinas will be dressed in white and dance to a choreographed piece as Focus on the Masters art is projected onto them, creating a fluid, moving piece of art. Framed photos of DAnce ART and members of the Ventura County Ballet Company will be auctioned at the kick-off event, with funds benefiting Focus on the Masters’ educational outreach. 7 p.m.-10 p.m. $100 for FOTM members, $150 for the general public. 20 N. Oak St., Ventura. For more information, visit focusonthemasters.com.

From Field to Fork 2013 July 25 | Tierra Rejada Ranch, Moorpark Local chefs and farmers will partner up to produce five-course meals and raise money for House Farm Workers!, a nonprofit dedicated to providing affordable housing for Ventura County’s agricultural workers. Wineries will include Herzog, Cantara Cellars, Magnavino and Four Brix. Chef Tim Kilcoyne, formerly of Ventura’s SideCar Restaurant, will oversee the menu and beverage selection. The Walnut Grove, 3370 Sunset Rd., Moorpark. 4 p.m.-8

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The Glow Train July 27 | Fillmore The Glow Train will provide a unique perspective on the annual Citrus Classic Balloon Festival (see details above). No traffic or parking hassles, just a relaxing ride with a BBQ dinner and convenient drop off at the event gate. Experience the magic of dozens of hot air balloons illuminating the summer sky. Reservations required. Departure time 6:15 p.m. Tickets: adults $65, ages 4-12 $35, ages 2-3 $19. Fillmore & Western Railway, 364 Main St., Fillmore. For more information, call 805.524.2546 or visit fwry.com.

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Oxnard Salsa Festival July 27 – 28 | Plaza Park, Oxnard The Oxnard Salsa Festival will celebrate its 20th anniversary with spicy foods, music, and dance. Event highlights include Main Stage entertainment with Salsa and Latin Jazz bands, a Salsa Tasting Tent, an eclectic vendor marketplace, international foods, the “Kids Korner,” chef demonstrations, and a salsa recipe contest. Event admission and parking are free. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Plaza Park, at the corner of Fifth and B streets in historic downtown Oxnard. For more information, visit oxnardsalsafestival.com.

A Taste of Camarillo Wine & Food Festival July 27 – 28 | Camarillo Ranch House On July 27 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. there will be a Wine Auction Gala & Dinner featuring a live auction of fine wines and getaways, plus a gourmet dinner and live music. Tickets $70 in advance. On July 28, Meadowlark Service League will hold its 26th Annual Wine and Food Festival from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on the lawns of the Camarillo Ranch House. Guests will sample fine wines and gourmet food from participating wineries and restaurants. There will be live entertainment, an opportunity drawing, a silent auction, and boutique shopping. 201 Camarillo Ranch Rd., Camarillo. $85 in advance, $95 at the door. A weekend pass for both events is $145. For more information, visit tasteofcamarillo.com.

Found Objects That Found Me July 27 – August 11 | The Main Gallery, Ojai “Found Objects That Found Me,” an exhibit of Peter Fox’s mixed-media assemblage will be on display at The Main Gallery in Ojai from July 27 to August 11. There will be an opening reception on July 27 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Main Gallery is located at 310 Matilija St., Ojai. For more information, visit themaingalleryojai.com.

ON THE HORIZON All Aboard! Some Like It Hot August 24 | Fillmore The Agriculture Museum will partner with Fillmore & Western Railway for a dinner train and screening of the award-winning classic Some Like it Hot. Enjoy dinner while the train makes its way to the Agricultural Museum, in Santa Paula, for the screening. 6:30 p.m. departure, 10 p.m. return. Tickets $50 per person, seating limited. No host bar. Visit venturamuseum. org for more information. J u ly 2 0 1 3 | v e n t a n a | 5 5

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riverpark community Best Ocean View for the lowest price! Distinctive beach bungalow, 2nd lot from the sand, boasts FANTASTIC OCEAN & COASTLINE VIEWS! this move-in ready beach cottage has enjoyed a recent remodel & now offers inviting living & dining areas with vaulted ceilings, a cast iron woodburning fireplace & durable black slate floors thru-out! The gourmet kitchen boasts maple & stainless-steel cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances & Sea~Glass Green Corian counters!

Other features include fresh paint thru-out, newer dual-pane windows & doors thru-out, newer heating system, newer sliding glass doors to the rear deck, security system & separate laundry room! The exterior features newer stucco, newer roof, a large OCEAN & COASTLINE VIEW DECK, plus an outdoor shower! The 2-car garage, plus driveway allows for ample off street parking, a real premium at the beach! Truly a RARE OPPORTUNITY!

Perfect full-timer, weekend getaway or vacation rental CASH-COW! www.1140Dover.com - Call for private viewing. Blake Mashburn, Troop Real Estate, 805-368-0202

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From this home’s front door, the new outdoor pavilion, home to an outstanding summer concert series in The Collection, is one-tenth of a mile. Now open, Whole Foods is only three-tenths of a mile away! Walk or bike to great shopping, dining and entertainment! High style in this tri-level, spacious and nearly new townhome. Beautiful cook’s kitchen with large island, master suite on the third level, two bedrooms and all public spaces on the middle and a first floor suite

with private bath. Overlooking a greenbelt, this townhome has great light and privacy too. RiverPark has schools and parks and is the place to be this summer! Contact Ariel & Karen, Coldwell Banker Beach, 805-746-2070, 805-824-2004.

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Property Shoppe in Ojai at 805-207-6177.

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This delightfully unique 1947 house has incredible charm w/ spacious floor plan, open kitchen, dining & living rooms, tons of storage and sweet built-ins. Entertain on the back patio, in the huge family room, under the shady patio, or on the park-like lot. Garage could be for cars, hobbies, crafts, or art studio. Mountain views, overlooks orange grove & extra privacy as the home sits up off the street. Stroll, roll or blade to pool,

library & old town. Close to schools, shops, cafes, equestrian center. Contact Teryn Bonime, Fairchild & Ridgway Group, RE/MAX Goldcoast Realtors, 805-339-3585 ext. 4.

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Your #1 Choice for Ventura County Real Estate!

RARELY OFFERED! PIERPONT BEACH-FRONT!

Best Ocean view For The Lowest Price!

Ventura’s most affordable beach front currently available, affords WIDE, DRY, SANDY, KID-FRIENDLY BEACH, plus WALKING DISTANCE TO VENTURA’S DOWNTOWN SHOPPING, RESTAURANTS & FISHING PIER, plus INCOMPARABLE VIEWS of the Pacific Ocean, Channel Islands & Ventura’s coastline with pier, sunset & city-lites VIEWS! The Owner’s Unit boasts an open floor plan w/ 2,000+/- SF of living space on 1 level w/ 2 BR, 2 BA and beach front living areas! Plus, there are 2 guest-units each w/ 700+/- SF, each w/ 1 BR, 1 BA and beach front living areas! This flexible floor plan offers loads of possibilities! Occupy the Owner’s Unit & enjoy the apprx. $4k/mo. rental income OR combine the one Lock-Out Unit (simply open a locked door) w/ the Owner’s Unit for 3 BR, 3 BA w/ apprx. $2k/mo. rental income OR combine all units for a MASSIVE 4 BR, 4 BA beach front mansion! Just 45 mins. north of Malibu & 30 mins. south of Santa Barbara, yet this home evokes a world unto itself with NO frwy or train train traffic noise. www.1133Dover.com - Offered at $2,850,000 - Call for private viewing.

Distinctive beach bungalow, 2nd lot from the sand, boasts FANTASTIC OCEAN & COASTLINE VIEWS! Featuring 2 bedrooms & 2 baths, this move-in ready beach cottage has enjoyed a recent remodel & now offers inviting living & dining areas with vaulted ceilings, a cast iron wood-burning fireplace & durable black slate floors thru-out! The gourmet kitchen boasts maple & stainless-steel cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances & Sea~Glass Green Corian counters! Other features include fresh paint thru-out, newer dual-pane windows & doors thru-out, newer heating system, newer sliding glass doors to the rear deck, security system & separate laundry room! The exterior features newer stucco, newer roof, a large OCEAN & COASTLINE VIEW DECK, plus an outdoor shower! The 2-car garage, plus driveway allows for ample off street parking, a real premium at the beach! Truly a RARE OPPORTUNITY! Perfect full-timer, weekend get-away or vacation rental CASHCOW! Hurry! Summer’s almost here! www.1140Dover.com - Offered at $1,215,000 - Call for private viewing.

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MOST AFFORDABLE HOME ON BEACH FRONT SIDE OF STREET! Enjoy OCEAN, ISLAND, BEACH & SUNSET VIEWS from this 3 BR, 3 BA 2000+ S.F. move-in ready beach home with a preferred, south-west facing location, great for natural light! The 1st level offers a LARGE family room + downstairs bedroom & full bath! The 2nd level boasts an open floor plan with vaulted-ceilings, LARGE living area, fireplace, updated kitchen & dining room with OCEAN, ISLAND, BEACH & SUNSET VIEWS, plus a spacious master-suite & additional guest bedroom with full bath! Finally, the 3rd level includes an office & an outdoor viewing deck with FOREVER VIEWS! www.201OceanDrive.com Offered at $929,900 - Call for private viewing.

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Ocean View Casita! Unobstructed & Panoramic VIEWS! Nestled in Ventura’s exclusive McElrea Heights hillside neighborhood, this Spanish casita makes-up what it lacks in size with HUGE CHARACTER & 180 DEGREE VIEWS of the Pacific Ocean, Channel Islands, Ventura harbor & beach, sunset & city lites! Gleaming hardwood floors, wood-cased windows, custom-tiled fireplace, coved ceilings, exposed beams & enchanting archways all depict the true craftmanship of this 1920’s movein ready home! The EXPANSIVE entertaining deck & lovely yards all add to this home’s lifestyle & living space! www.265Manzanita.com - Offered at $639,900 - Call for private viewing.

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English: 805-368-0202 www.BlakeMashburn.com

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Midtown Ventura 3+1 with great light, wood floors, corner location on sought after street. $475,000

Oxnard Shores MHP 2+2 clean and upgraded mobile home. Two minute walk to the beach! Call for more information.

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Mandalay Shores Beach front home with guest unit. Built in 1990. Listed for $2,595,000

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Spanish Estate

Ojai Town Creek Farm

Newer Spanish with approx. 5,700 SF Built for the Views Located in the East End of Ojai on 7+ Acres.

Renovated 1906 Farm House, Historic Barn, Guest Quarters, Equestrian Facilities on 8+ Acres.

Reeves Road - $3,599,000

East Ojai Avenue - $3,399,000

Beautiful Ojai Home

Income Producing

3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms, approx. 3500 SF, Pool, Private Art Studio Plus Guest Quarters.

20+ Acre Working Citrus and Avocado Ranch in Ojai.

Fairview Road - $1,695,000

Maricopa Hwy - $1,099,000

Tuscan-Style Villa

East End Retreat

3 bedroom, 3.5 bath on 2+ acres with barn, saltwater pool, guest quarters, vineyard and views.

1917 farmhouse with 4 guest houses, pool, orchard, barn and private well in Ojaiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s East End.

Encino Drive - $2,399,000

Reeves Road - $5,690,000

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