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Buellton

Standing Sun Wines 92 Second St | (805) 904-8072

Los Olivos

Alexander & Wayne 2922 Grand Ave | (805) 688-9665

Arthur Earl

2922 Grand Ave | (805) 693-1771

The Brander Vineyard

2401 North Refugio Road | 805-688-2455

Cimarone Wines

2982 Grand Ave | (805) 688-8011

Daniel Gehrs Wines

2939 Grand Ave | (805) 693-9686

Dreamc么te Wine Company 2933 San Marcos Ave #107 | (805) 691-1200

Toretti Family Vineyard

PO Box 1740, Santa Ynez, CA 93460 800-563-3183 www.santaynezwinecountry.com

Visit the premier boutique winery tasting rooms of the Santa Ynez Valley, and receive two tastings for the price of one.

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Imagine Wine

3563 Numancia St #103 | (805) 688-1769

Solvang

Casa Cassara

1607 Mission Dr, Suite 112 | (805) 688-8691

Lincourt Vineyards

1711 Alamo PIntado Rd | (805) 688-8554

Lucas & Lewellen

1645 Copenhagen Dr | (805) 686-9336

Lucky Dogg Winery

1607 Mission Dr #102 | (805) 691-9774

Rideau Vineyard

1562 Alamo Pintado Rd | (805) 688-0717

Toccata Wines

1665 Copenhagen Dr | (805) 686-5506

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A relaxed oasis in the wine country Where traditional heritage and modern-day amenities meet.

Imagine the ideal blend of civilized pleasures and unspoiled natural beauty.

805-688-6411 800-425-4725 reservations@alisal.com www.alisal.com Solvang CA

Picture championship golf, horseback riding and endless opportunities for rest, relaxation and inspiration. Indulge in the escape of a lifetime.

Great Golf, Casual Dining and Memorable Events Set along the Santa Ynez River, the River

Course offers spectacular views on every hole and challenging play for golfers of all levels.

Visit River Course at www.rivercourse.com

River Course at the Alisal 150 Alisal Road Solvang, CA 805-688-6042 4

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V isit our lively bar and restaurant at the

Alisal River Grill or plan a memorable event on the River Terrace.

• Serving Breakfast and Lunch Daily • Relaxed Sunday Brunch 9am – 3pm • Full Banquet and Event Facilities with ample indoor and outdoor seating and Open 7 Days stunning views 150 Alisal Road Solvang, CA 805-688-7784

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An overview of the six towns that make up the Santa Ynez Valley

Thriving Valley town, filled with a cornucopia of culinary delights, outstanding shopping and premium wine-tasting

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The Western Gateway to the Santa Ynez Valley and home to split-pea soup and fine craft beer Celebrate Danish heritage, great food, shopping and wine in “Little Denmark”

Serene little rural village nestled in the heart of the Valley A classic old western town, with some serious shopping and culinary cred In-town tasting and scenic wine trails, the Santa Ynez Valley provides Santa Ynez Valley and Solvang

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ABOUT THE COVER Shot at Sunstone Winery Villa in Santa Ynez, model Allie Kaster, clothing and jewelry Outpost Trading Company, floral Renae's Bouquet. Photograph by Cristi Silva.

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There is something extra special about a wedding in the Valley Explore the Santa Ynez Valley after the sun sets Multiple craft beer breweries and an artisanal spirits distillery add to local libations Go out and play in the Valley Three spectacular courses in the Valley A guide to the Valley's most exciting annual and seasonal happenings

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A look at some of the Valley's independently owned houses of style

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AS WITH LOVE, BE AUT Y HAS N O BOU N DARIES. In a surreal corner of California’s coast, romance runs deeply as if penned by Old World authors of fairytale and adventure.

Farm-to-table, grape-to-glass valleys thrive mere minutes from kitchens along State Street. Dreams find foundation in a city fashioned of stucco and red tile. By name, it’s known as Santa Barbara. But for those who’ve been here, it’s remembered simply as a canvas of unforgettable experiences.

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THE SANTA YNEZ VALLEY HAS BEEN A HORN OF PLENTY TO LOCAL INHABITANTS FOR MORE THAN A DOZEN MILLENNIA. THE CHUMASH INDIANS WERE THE FIRST TO EARN A LIVING FROM THIS FRUITFUL PLACE, WHICH IS FRAMED BY THE SAN RAFAEL MOUNTAINS ON THE NORTH AND THE SANTA YNEZ MOUNTAINS ON THE SOUTH, WITH THE SANTA YNEZ RIVER MEANDERING on its east-west path to the sea. Spanish, Mexican, American and Danish inhabitants came in turn, raising cattle and sheep and planting crops and fruit orchards.

In the past twenty years, wine has become the leading crop, thanks to ideal growing conditions characterized by cool, foggy nights and hot, sunny days. Dozens of microclimates within the valley’s four American Viticultural Areas provide ideal growing conditions. The valley also yields outstanding organic produce, honey, lavender, boutique olive oils, and on the numerous thoroughbred horse ranches, prize equine stock graze in fields studded with deep-green oak trees, beneath broad stands of manzanita-sage chaparral.

Each of the six thriving towns that are considered part of the valley, Los Olivos, Ballard, Santa Ynez, Solvang, Buellton and Los Alamos, are within a short drive of each other, and each has its own unique character that keeps visitors coming back.

The more northerly stop is Los Alamos, which is technically separated from the Santa Ynez Valley proper by the Santa Rita Hills. Never mind, because you’d be hard-pressed to find any town with more cool businesses selling more sophisticated comestibles than “Little L.A.” has on its one 200 yard-long commercial strip. The recently coined nickname for the former stagecoach stop plays on Los Alamos’s own initials and on the stream of successful Los Angeles refugees who in recent years have set off a culinary explosion, establishing excellent, quirky restaurants, wine tasting rooms, a bakery, a tap room and more.

This new gastro-center is attracting foodies from far and wide, and many are staying the night.

With more than thirty tasting rooms on its one short commercial street and some excellent restaurants, charming Los Olivos is the central hub of the valley wine industry. Here, you can spend a day tasting and lounging between visits to the many boutiques, antique stores and art galleries that span Grand Avenue and spill over onto the side streets.

Lately, the town has evolved to include a pleasing mix of styles ranging from down home to country chic to urban-influenced wine-country cool.

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a stagecoach stop and has since become a highly prized bedroom community. As the appealing setting for the Ballard Inn and Restaurant, and little else, it’s the perfect place to disappear for

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a couple of days while still having easy access to any valley attraction. If you do come, don’t miss a short walk to the Little Red School House. Built in 1882, it still operates today at its picturesque location on the end of a big field of grass.

A couple of miles south, Santa Ynez is a tiny town that offers an array of attractions. From a distance, it looks like an Old West stage set, but once you arrive, the town’s authentic character reveals itself. You’ll find boot-stompin’ bars featuring country rock on weekend afternoons, as well as farm-to-table restaurants serving upscale Mexican, perfected traditional Italian, and

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cuisine. And with several low-key hotels and inns here, just a few miles from Solvang, it makes a great base camp for daily strikes all over the valley.

Solvang, of course, is the world-famous “Little Denmark” founded in 1911 by a group of Danish immigrants looking for a suitable place to build a school for their children. Danish names handed down from early Solvang settlers are still prevalent, as are Danish festivals and fraternal organizations, half-timbered buildings, decorative windmills, Danish sausages, Danish pastries and the ever-popular aebleskiver. No one leaves Solvang without digging in to a plate of the sweet, delightfully diet-busting little spheres topped with raspberry jam and dusted with powdered sugar.

A couple of miles west of Solvang, unexpected surprises await in Buellton. On the unpromisingly named Industrial Way, you can visit a huge wine enterprise, a fantastic brewery and brewpub, a craft distillery and a fine restaurant within a Frisbee throw of each other.

Settle in here near the Santa Ynez River for some easygoing wine-country fun.

As for the Chumash, they’ve come full circle, working to preserve their culture while generating income from their lively lux hotelcasino. Spending time there or anywhere else in the valley, you quickly come to know what the tribe has known for some 13,000 years: the Santa Ynez Valley provides.

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Classic Old Western movie set or thriving Valley town, filled with a cornucopia of culinary delights, outstanding shopping and premium wine-tasting? Santa Ynez is obviously the latter, and so much more.

While much of the region’s history lives on in this vintage township, in the form of period-style western building facades, Santa Ynez is firmly rooted in the present. The streets, with horse shoeembedded cross walks, are lined with fabulous clothing boutiques, luxury home stores, quaint coffee shops, bakeries, a world-class casino, one of the last original, booming California saloons and a host of restaurants. If you are hungry, Santa Ynez is definitely the place to be! Choose from critically acclaimed farm to table regional fare, classic burgers, inspired Mexican food and magnificent margaritas, tasty Italian, fresh seafood and steaks. There is definitely something to satisfy a full range of taste buds or preferences.

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Eat&Drink

3400 E. HWY 246 • 800.248.6274

3539 Sagunto St.• 805.688.4142

Forever Posh

Carr Winery

3583 Numancia St. • 805.688.1444

3563 Numancia St. • 805.688.5757

Ladybug Boutique

Dos Carlitos

3585 Sagunto St. • 805.693.8998

3544 Sagunto St. • 805.688.0033

Mia Dennee's Interior Design and Furniture

Imagine Wine

Chumash Casino

Brothers at the Red Barn

3563 Numancia St. • 805.688.1769

3569 Sagunto St. • 805.686.0842

Kalyra Winery

Outpost Trading Company

343 N Refugio Rd. • 805.693.8864

3547 Sagunto St. • 805.686.5588

Sunstone Winery

Sage

125 N Refugio Rd. • 805.688.9463

1095 Edison St. • 805.688.0955

The Willows

Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum

3400 East Highway 246 • 805.686.0855

3596 Sagunto St. • 805.688.7889

3687 Sagunto St. • 805.688.6899

Tumbleweeds

Vineyard House

3532 Sagunto St. • 805.688.0955

3631 Sagunto St. • 805.688.2886

The Streets, with horse shoeembedded cross walks, are lined with fabulous clothing boutiques, luxury home stores, quaint coffee shops, bakeries, a world-class casino, one of the last original, booming California saloons and a host of restaurants.

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Outpost Trading Company Q/A

with Lynda Baxis owner of a life-style gallery filled with a beautifully curated mix of merchandise that has a distinct focus on quality and design. This Santa Ynez boutique is a must-shop destination.

Q: What was your motivation/inspiration for opening Outpost Trading Company and how has it evolved over the years?

Before owning Outpost Trading Company, my husband, Marc and I had been selling our clothing collection at this store for years. It was always one of their top sellers and we developed a good relationship with the owners.

When the time came for them to sell the business, it was offered to us and we gladly accepted. Both Marc and I worked for many years in NYC, in the world of high-end fashion. This allowed us access to amazing boutiques and designer collections from all over the world. We got to know the buyers of these fabulous shops, the brands they carried and their philosophies. As owner of the Outpost, I wanted to bring that very exclusive and luxurious, yet fun experience to our customers, minus the designer price tags. We worked hard to bring in new exclusive labels at competitive prices, along with new looks, all the while being careful not to change the store too drastically. Because of all of the connections we made over the years, we have top end designers who make exclusive clothing, bags, and jewelry just for us.

This contributes to our reputation as being a unique store, offering our customers items that can’t be found anywhere else.

Q: Given that you carry multiple categories for men, women, home and art, how do you go about “curating” the store with such interesting inventory, while maintaining a wonderfully cohesive feel?

We pull a variety of fabulous pieces that work beautifully together. Marc was fortunate to have worked at Armani for over 20 years, where he gained the necessary business and creative skills. In NYC, I was the VP of Andrew Mark for 8 years and worked very closely with Andrew and his wife, Suzanne. She was the most competitive and business savvy person I have ever worked with and she had a terrific sense of style. It is because of these great experiences and wonderful mentors that we have been able to create and constantly change the store, yet maintain a cohesive feel.

Q: Who is your customer?

Our customers come from all over the world. They are travelers, men and women, high-powered business people, equestrians, artists, writers, movie directors, stay at home moms, philanthropists, musicians, you name it! We also have a dedicated local clientele, who shops with us regularly and we are so thankful for them.

Q: What are your best-selling lines and which are exclusive to you?

We have perennial favorites, Frye Boots, embroidered jackets and jeans by Driftwood, Desiqual from Barcelona, Janessa Leone Hats, and casual elegant looks from 27 Miles Malibu, jewelry from Virgin, Saints and Angels and Balance Jewelry. We also carry works from local artists, including fine art photography from Kimerlee Curyl and one-of-a kind custom made furniture and other fun gifts and items for the home. For men there is fleece and active wear from Kuhl, high end western wear from Stubbs and classic looks from Pendleton.

Q: Giving back to the community seems to be an important part of your business. Tell us about a few events you have hosted.

We hold philanthropic events at the store for organizations like Return To Freedom Wild Horse Preservation and Sanctuary and donate a percentage of all sales for the day. We have also hosted guest lectures with Neda Demayo, the founder of Return To Freedom, Julia Di Sieno, the Executive Director of Animal Rescue Team, a local native wildlife rescue group, and Kathy Burt, founder of JOJI, an organization dedicated to empowering the women weavers of San Martin Chiquito, Guatemala.

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Santa Ynez was founded in 1882, after Bishop Francis Mora received Congressional approval to sell a large land parcel called College Ranch.

The land was located just east of Mission Santa Inés and a mere mile from the historic San Marcos The Santa Ynez Valley Mus and Parks- Historical Pass stagecoach route, Carriaeugem Ho Janeway use which traversed the Santa Ynez Mountains, between Santa Barbara and Los Olivos. Tracts of land sold for between $6 and $15 per acre.

Although the fledgling The Santa Ynez Inn town did not become the urban center its founders once hoped for, as the Southern Pacific Railroad bypassed Santa Ynez for a coastal route, it has blossomed into one of the Valley’s most inviting communities and continues to proudly serve the surrounding ranches, farms, residents and visitors to the region.

The town’s historic roots are tended to at the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Parks-Janeway Carriage House.

The area’s rich and colorful history comes alive at this surprisingly engaging and memorable museum, as it tells the story of the Santa Ynez Valley and the five small towns that make up the area. It is also home to one of the finest collections of authentic horse-drawn vehicles to be found in the entire West - the kind of vehicles that opened the West to modern civilization in the days when "horse-power" meant just that.

Come and experience the relaxed small-town charm, natural beauty and cultural history of this Valley town that adds another special dimension to the wine country experience.

FESTIVALS

53rd Annual Old Santa Ynez Day (June) the town celebrates with a street fair, parade, kid's games, food, antiques, arts and crafts, live music and entertainment. All proceeds benefit Elks Charities and local Valley schools. For more info call 805.688.3448 or visit SYVElks.com 31st Annual Vaquero Show & Sale (November) A celebration honoring the lifestyle & renowned horsemanship of the California Vaquero, including food, demonstrations and live music. Held at The Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Parks-Janeway Carriage House, 3596 Sagunto Street, 805.688.7889, SantaYnezMuseum.org.

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ESSENCE OF THE VALLEY Brothers Restaurant at the Red Barn

Brothers Restaurant at the Red Barn lies in the heart of Santa Ynez township, but is very much of the greater Santa Ynez Valley, where the dominant idioms over time have been cattle and horses, cowboys and ranches, organic farms and Vinifera vines.

When brothers and chef-owners Jeff and Matt Nichols got to work creating a meat-focused restaurant in a building that had been a restaurant for sixty-plus years, they made sure those elements resonated.

They kept the brands on the bar ceiling, dating to the party held when the new bar opened in 1959. They framed the classic western-themed wallpaper found under layers of paint and hung it on the walls. They kept the wagon wheel light fixtures and the two big fireplaces that bookend the dining room and the gleaming exhibition kitchen.

And now they make food to match. A basket of perfect homemade breads hints at what’s to come from a kitchen that surprises by serving not the odd or the unfamiliar, but the familiar done absolutely right.

The mesquite-grilled steaks on the menu include a pillow-tender filet mignon with a delicate stiltonport sauce and a potato-onion-cheese gratin that is archetype of its kind. New Zealand rack of lamb in red-wine-rosemary sauce is another standard-setter, and everything else follows suit, from perfectly dressed salads to the ne plus ultra brioche bread pudding.

“We strive to make our guests feel at home, whether loyal locals or someone dining with us for the first time,” says Jeff. Matt’s exceptional wine list exudes just that feeling of home, with one selection after another from the best, most well-known areas, vineyards, and winemakers in the valley.

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wner and Interior Designer, Mia Dennee, loves what she does and it shows in every inch of her beautiful Santa Ynez home design, and furniture store. “I love to bring joy and harmony to people’s homes and surroundings. It can be very healing and transformative.”

When you cross the threshold of Mia Dennee’s Interior Design and Furniture in Santa Ynez, you just might be tempted to move in, or at least fantasize about doing so. The store’s multiple rooms are filled with an eclectic array of traditional looks and of-the-moment fine furnishings, mixed with local art, gifts, and accessories for the home that all add up to timeless beauty. Mia and her staff select unique and unusual pieces to appeal to the person who wants their home to reflect their own distinctive taste and style. Artisans from across the globe reach out and bring their treasures into Dennee’s in hopes of finding a place in the sophisticated and sometimes whimsical mix that populates the store.

With a background in art history, graphic design, and Feng Shui, Mia takes a very holistic approach to the design services offered at Dennee’s. Customer service is taken to the next level by really listening to what clients have to say about their specific vision and how that can be integrated into their

The goal is to create a harmonious environment, based on professional experience and knowing what works, while honoring the client’s particular needs and lifestyle. Mia views home design.

her customers as “People who prefer things of finer quality, but who also want their homes to reflect uniqueness and creativity.

My clients do not necessarily want looks from a catalog that lack individual character. They are more interested in a design process that is reminiscent of an artist creating a commissioned piece to capture the essence of the person’s home.”

Come on in and take a little time to explore the extensive showroom and workroom, filled with some of the world’s most distinguished designers, original local art, and hand selected home accessories and goods. Meet the knowledgeable and creative staff and let them help you create a custom home aesthetic that is truly a reflection of you!

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Kalyra Winery

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A Place with a Difference

It’s hard to get far these days without hearing someone proclaim the uniqueness of X, Y or Z. The claim is often unwarranted, sometimes silly and just as often, flat-out untrue. Kalyra Winery makes no such claim, but it could, because it is.

Start with the name, an Australian aboriginal word that translates as “a wild and pleasant place.” And then there is the Viña de Santa Ynez vineyard, one of the oldest in the valley that Kalyra calls home. You can sit on the big family-friendly deck and look across the vines while enjoying wine, cheese and charcuterie. And on summer nights, free films are shown on a screen in the middle of the vineyard. There are also the beautiful labels - aboriginal-style dot paintings that recall the sunny land where winemaker Mike Brown (shown right) grew up and learned the winemaker’s craft, in the famous Barossa Valley.

Both the valley tasting room and the one in downtown Santa Barbara, Kalyra by the Sea, have surf-shack decor evoking the casual style and easygoing attitude found in coastal Australia and California.

What really sets Kalyra apart is the line-up of Brown’s superb fortified-dessert and port program, including red ports, white ports and rare tawny ports. More than 15 other varietal grapes grown on site find expression in Bordeaux-style blends and dazzling varietals from Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc to Merlot and Sangiovese.

This is a place to come and relax, pass the time, feel comfortable and enjoy an experience with wine. And when it’s time to take home a memory, it doesn’t hurt that the tasting room gift shop was voted best in the valley.

343 N. REFUGIO ROAD, SANTA YNEZ • 805.693.8864 • KALYRAWINERY.COM

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MORE EAT + DRINK Brother’s RESTAURANT AT THE RED BARN Every detail of this restaurant exudes the essence of the Santa Ynez Valley including the food (delicious), ambiance (casual and rustic) and service (excellent). 3539 Sagunto Street, 805.688.4142, BrothersRedBarn.com Carr VINEYARDS AND WINERY A working tasting room has an open floor with a u-shaped bar and booths for you to enjoy wine tastings, wines by the glass, and wine on tap. 3563 Numancia Street, 805.688.5757, CarrWinery.com

Dos Carlitos Mexican and Latin inspired flavors combined with traditional favorites like tamales, seafood enchiladas, chile rellenos, and chicken mole. A wood and copper bar is filled with tequilas (over 60 in total) gives the restaurant a bit of a bang. 3544 Sagunto Street, 805.688.0033, DosCarlitosRestaurant.com Imagine Wine A boutique winery producing aromatic and delicious wines by winemaker Ross Jay Rankin including his signature Paradise Mountain Syrah and Viognier. 3563 Numancia Street, 805.688.1769, ImagineWine.com Kalyra Winery With some of the most sweeping views in the Santa Ynez Valley wine country, Kalyra Winery offers a laid-back beachcomber's vibe to its tasting room and gift shop. The full-length deck offers a fantastic and tranquil picnic spot. 343 North Refugio Road, 805.693.8863, KalyraWinery.com Maverick Saloon Established in 1963 and celebrating its 51st Anniversary, the Maverick Saloon is one of the last original California saloons and gives visitors a taste of the Old West. 3687 Sagunto Street, 805.686.4785, MaverickSaloon.org Panino A family run business serving tasty and innovative sandwiches, salads and soups prepared with fresh ingredients. Locations in Santa Ynez, Los Olivos and Solvang. 3569 Sagunto Street, 805.688.0213 PaninoRestaurants.com Roblar winery Nestled in an oak tree-studded 40-acre vineyard with a 5,000 square foot tasting room, Roblar’s focus is estate-grown varietals including Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Sangiovese, Grenache and Semillon. 3010 Roblar Avenue,

BROTHERS RESTAURANT AT THE RED BARN

OPEN DAILY Lunch 11:30 - 2:30 Dinner 5 - 9

3539 SAGUNTO ST. • SANTA YNEZ • 805.688.4142 BROTHERSREDBARN.COM

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805.686,2603, RoblarWinery.com

SANTA YNEZ KITCHEN Offers fresh, modern Italian dishes in any of the three rooms of their Italian-inspired CA farmhouse. 1110 Faraday St. 805.691.9794, SYKitchen.com Sunstone WINERY Named after the vineyard estate’s exposed, sun-dappled shale and stones, Sunstone Winery is a beautifully tranquil retreat where you can enjoy a glass of wine in their lavender and rosemary-filled courtyard, in their stone barrel-aging caves, or perhaps enjoy lunch at one of the picnic tables shaded by olive and oak trees. 125 Refugio Road, 805.688.9463, SunstoneWinery.com The Baker’s Table Artisan breads, flaky croissants, everything from sandwich to salads, each item is a work of art. 3563 Numancia St., 805.688.4856, TheBakers-Table.com The Willows (Chumash Casino) A Four Diamond rated restaurant, specializing in prime steaks and seafood, with an extensive selection of local and imported wines. 3400 East Highway 246, 805.686.0855, ChumashCasino.com

Valley Grind Coffee A coffee house serving delicious coffee drinks, smoothies, bagel, quiches, and baked goods. 3558 Sagunto St., 805.688.1506, ValleyGrindCoffee.com

Rustic Regional American Cuisine Casual Elegance • Victorian Charm • Local Wines Voted Best Outdoor Patio Dining Serving Lunch, Dinner & Sunday Brunch Closed Tuesdays 3631 Sagunto Street• Santa Ynez• 805.688.2886 thevineyardhouse.com

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3631 Sagunto St., 805.688.2886, TheVineyardHouse.com

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TratTORIA GrapPOLO The right combination of great food, a family-style atmosphere, and impeccable service, serving their most creative and authentic Italian dishes with gusto. 3687 Sagunto Street, 805.688.6899, TrattoriaGrappolo.com

MORE SEE + SHOP Chumash Casino A 190,000 sq. ft. complex featuring an 18-and-older, 24 hour gaming floor, live entertainment, award-winning fine dining, alongside a AAA Four Diamond-rated Hotel and Spa. 3400 East Highway 246, 800.248.6274, ChumashCasino.com

With a casual vibe & stunning vistas, Kalyra is a destination winery offering distinctive red, white & rare dessert/port wines with an international flair.

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H ISTORICAL M USEUM & C ARRIAGE H OUSE • Authentic 1800’s Carriage Collection • Valley History Exhibits • Historic Model Train Display • Early California Horse Gear • Native American Artifacts • Ranching and Ranch Life • Museum Gift Shop

Visit our Museum and the finest carriage collection in the West!

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Forever Posh A treasure trove of on-trend and classic clothing jewelry, accessories and gifts, including cashmere, handbags and basics.3583 Numancia St., 805.688.1444, ForeverPosh.com Lady Bug BoutiquE Shop casual luxury clothing and accessories, with a bohemian chic vibe. 3585 Sagunto Street, 805.693.8998, LadyBugBoutique.com

Mia Dennee’s Interior Design and Furniture An eclectic array of traditional looks and of-the-moment fine furnishings, mixed with local art, gifts and accessories for the home. 3569 Sagunto Street, 805.686.0842 Outpost Trading Company A life-style gallery featuring exclusive on-trend and classic clothing, exquisite jewelry, hand-hewn custom furniture, fine art, unique gifts and home items and much more. 3547 Sagunto Street, 805.686.5588 Plenty An assortment of clothing, handmade jewelry, & home goods. 1110 Faraday St., 805.688.2221, LovePlenty.com Sage Home goods and gifts that capture the California lifestyle, featuring imported furnishings, table linens and Italian dishware, books, candles and bath products. 1095 Edison St., 805.688.0955, SageofSantaYnez.com

The Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Parks-Janeway Carriage House Celebrates the rich history of the Valley, its pioneering settlers and the five early townships of the region, through its collection, exhibits & educational programs.

3596 Sagunto St., 805. 688.7889, SantaYnezMuseum.org

Tumbleweeds Shop men’s and women’s soft cotton, fresh linen and washed denim clothing, along with beautiful sterling silver jewelry, luxury bath products and more. 3532 Sagunto Street, 805.688.0955, TumbleweedsClothing.com

KIMERLEE CURYL FINE ART

After spending countless hours amongst the wild mustangs, fine art photographer and wild horse advocate, Kimerlee Curyl was granted her place within the herd.

She repays this honor through the awareness that her art brings to the plight of these American icons. The images she captures are so visceral and rich; you can almost feel the warm breath or coarse manes of her subjects. Kimerlee, who lives in the Santa Ynez Valley with her two horses, a paint mare named Sequoia and an adopted wild mustang named el Regalo (the Gift), generously donates her efforts to the Return to Freedom Wild Horse Preservation and Sanctuary. The RTF sanctuary is an organization dedicated to preserving the freedom, diversity and habitat of America’s wild horses and currently provides a safe haven to more than 400 wild horses and burros, on 300 acres near Lompoc, about 35 miles from the Valley. Kimerlee’s beautiful and evocative fine art photography is available at Outpost Trading Company in Santa Ynez, 805.686.5588. Go to ReturnToFreedom.org for information about scheduling a visit or making a donation.

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Los Olivos, a one-time stage coach and railroad stop, is now home to a thriving community, filled with outstanding restaurants, beautiful art galleries, lively wine-tasting rooms and fabulous shopping.

Located just off of the scenic highway 154, which runs from Santa Barbara, over San Marcos pass and through the Santa Ynez mountains, this charming historic town is surrounded by golden rolling hills, vast cattle and horse ranches, acres of vineyards, weathered oak and of course olive tress; the features that have come to define the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley. While rich with old California history, today’s Los Olivos is well-established as a must-stop for wine-lovers, foodies, art and antique collectors and savvy shoppers.

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Los Olivos was first named after a nearby ranch made up of 5,000 olive trees.

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Clairmont Lavender Farms 2480 Roblar Ave. • 805.688.7505

Downtown Wine Tasting 34 tasting rooms in downtown

Figueroa Mountain Brewing 2446 Alamo Pintado Ave. • 805.694.2252

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The first thing you notice in this vibrant tasting room is…art. An easel, brushes and paint are ready for action by the front door. Original paintings are scattered around the walls, paintings by tasting room guests cover the ceiling. And then there is the art in the form of labels - some of them miniatures of the art on the walls - covering row after row of the most beautiful bottles of wine you will ever see.

Artiste winemaker Bion Rice studied art in Europe and created the tasting room with inspiration from Impressionist master Claude Monet’s studio at the Hôtel Baudy in Giverny, France, where he taught painting to he eal rt of inemaking American tourists.

“We wanted it to be more of a working art studio than a gallery, a place that’s lively and fun, where people can come and mark the place up a bit,” he says. Bion learned the winemaker’s craft at his parent’s Sunstone Winery in the Santa Ynez Valley, eventually discovering a passion for blending wines rather than making varietals. For Artiste, he gathers the best varietal wines he can find in Santa Barbara County, much like a painter putting colors on a palette, and then lets elements from a commissioned painting - its colors, setting or mood inspire the blend he creates to go with that label.

Bion works with about ten artists, including Christina LoCascio, who may be the perfect match for Artiste. Painting with wine, not paint, she makes beautiful art, but art that is irreducibly linked to the science of turning grapes into wine.

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then onto Los Angeles visit visitsyv.com and San Diego. The for a calendar of Overland Coast 2015 events Line Stage Station was established in Ballard, just south of Los Olivos in 1861. This along with the impending arrival of the Pacific Coast Railway, prompted an Italian-Swiss immigrant named Felix Mattei to build a hotel and restaurant in 1887 to accommodate weary rail and stage coach travelers, making the north and south bound connections. The old hotel and restaurant now known as Mattei’s Tavern, still in business, houses one of the town’s many excellent restaurants. In 1887, land auctions were held and this tiny, yet vital village was born. It’s namesake was inspired by a parcel of around 157 acres of land, over looking Alamo Pintado Creek, which sold for eight thousand dollars to Albany, New York native, Alden March Boyd. The recent transplant subsequently planted five thousand olive trees on the property and named it Rancho De Los Olivos, making the naming of the new town a rather obvious choice.

A stroll through town reveals many of the original Victorian buildings and residences, most over one hundred years old and still occupied today.

The WWI memorial flag pole monument, erected in April of 1918, at the intersection of Grand Avenue and Alamo Pintado Avenue, prominently marks the heart of the town. From there explore the many wine-tasting

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“J. Woeste, for whimsical, original garden and indoor treasures.”

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"Then tourists in the Santa Ynez Valley for wine tasting started dropping by to explore and began telling friends about their discovery. And soon J. Woeste became a destination all by itself."

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rooms featuring local vintages from the surrounding vineyards. Or perhaps go to the source and hop on the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail, which begins in Los Olivos and winds north, through horse ranches and vine-covered acres, into the mountains. Don’t be deceived by the historical ambiance and Victorian aesthetic, as behind these well-maintained historic doors, the offerings are distinctly modern, sophisticated and very of-the-moment - from elegant clothing and jewelry boutiques, antiques and art galleries to world-class wine-tasting and gourmet dining, Los Olivos has something to offer even the most discriminating of visitors.

Los Olivos hosts a variety of unique events and festivals. Among the most distinct of these is perhaps Bacon and Barrels. Started in 2013 and held every July, this event is all about sharing the bounty the Santa Ynez Valley has to offer. It is considered the definitive outdoor festival for the bacon obsessed foodies and those who prefer their drinks from a barrel. Chefs compete to create their most imaginative, fresh recipes incorporating bacon and the festival highlights the best artisan and craft barrel beverages, such as bourbon, beer, wine, and scotch.

What could be better than enjoying world class jazz, tastings from more than thirty wineries, and gourmet hors d'oeuvres from local chefs, all the while supporting local & international projects that improve lives of others?

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If this win-win situation sounds like fun, plan on attending the Los Olivos Jazz and Olive Festival, produced by the Rotary Club of Los Olivos, held every June in Lavinia Campbell Park.

For a dose of small town charm, check out the Annual Day in the Country, held every October for the past thirty-three years. Full of great food and local fun, which has come to define the friendly Los Olivos lifestyle. Enjoy musical performances and a tree lighting ceremony, amidst luminaria adorned streets, with the smell of popcorn and roasted walnuts wafting through the crisp winter air, during the Olde Fashioned Christmas in Los Olivos (Dec.) This is definitely a romantic return to small town holiday celebration.

The Annual St. Mark’s Cellar Classic: An Auction of Rare & Fine Wines (June) is held in the garden courtyard at St. Mark’s-in-the-Valley Episcopal Church. Proceeds support local community programs and services. Guests enjoy Santa Barbara County wines and epicurean delights and desserts and live entertainment - a truly exceptional community benefit event.

28th Annual Los Olivos Quickdraw and Arts Festival (August) offers art lovers a unique opportunity to observe talented artists as they produce original works within a one hour period - hence “quick draw”. Visitors then have the opportunity to bid on the work, via a live auction. The event held on the beautiful historic grounds of Mattei’s Tavern, also boasts an Artwalk, featuring original handmade work by talented artisans, along with live music from local singer/songwriters, and fabulous food and wine.

MORE EAT/DRINK FIGUEROA MOUNTAIN BREWING COMPANY With locations in Los Olivos, Buellton and Santa Barbara, FMBC continues to attract a wide-ranging clientele for its great beer and energetic ambience. 2446 Alamo Pintado Avenue, 805.694.2252, FigMtnBrew.com

Larner Vineyard and Winery An intimate tasting room with selections from a boutique, family winery, dedicated to quality, passion, and tradition.

2900 Grand Ave., 805.688.8148, LarnerVineyard.com

Los Olivos Wine Merchant and Cafe Wine-country Mediterranean cuisine with an exceptional wine list that has earned the Café "top 100 wine lists in the country" by Open Table. 2879 Grand Avenue, 805.688.7265, LosOlivosCafe.com

Sides Hardware and Shoes Created by brothers Matt and Jeff Nichols, farm to fork American craftsmanship cuisine, created from fresh local purveyors, along with an impressive list of exclusively Central Coast wines. 2375 Alamo Pintado Ave., 805.688.4820, BrothersRestaurant.com

MORE SHOP Bonita and Toro Classic bohemian style clothing, jewelry, accessories and gifts. Quality men’s clothing, leather and necessities.

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2360 Alamo Pintado, 805.688.7523, BonitaSummerland.com

First Street Leather Luxurious leather and fur jackets, coats, boots, shoes, sweaters, handbags and small leather goods for men and women, with first-rate customer service. 2434 Alamo Pintado, 805.688.7496, First-Street-Leather.com Honey Paper Hand-selected greeting cards, custom stationery, invitations, wrapping paper, ribbon, gifts & stationery. 2933 Grand Ave. #E, 805.325.9320, Honey-Paper.com Inez Galley Featuring contemporary art alongside a well-edited selection of fine-art jewelry and gifts. 2446 Alamo Pintado Avenue, 805.688.8884, VincentLovesInez.com J Woeste A haven for home and garden lovers, plants, succulents and whimsical garden treasures and a cottage brimming with distinctive gifts, books and art. 2356 Alamo Pintado Avenue 805.693.1951, JWoeste.com

Los Olivos General Store A modern take on a classic general store, specializing in art, home goods, and locally made products and a tasting room featuring Larner Vineyard and Winery selections. 2900 Grand Ave., 805.688.8148, LosOlivosGeneralStore.com

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Romp Unique, exclusive handmade Italian footwear, including boots, booties, sexy sandals and shoes. Leather handbags, jewelry, and one of a kind wares from local artists. 2928 San Marcos Ave., 805.688.1071, RompShoes.com Waxing Poetic A curated array of charms, pendants, chains, rings and earrings, allow you to create and style, personalized, heirloom quality jewelry and gifts. 2477 Alamo Pintado, 805.686.4545, WaxingPoetic.com

Wendy Foster Classic coastal California clothing, including cashmere, denim, jewelry & accessories. 2928 San Marcos Ave., 805.686.0110, WendyFoster.com

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Sometimes referred to as “The Western Gateway to the Santa Ynez Valley”, Buellton is one of the fastest growing cities in the region. Long known for worldfamous split pea soup, Buellton is now on the radar OF serious beverage aficionados, who come to imbibe not only wine, but award-winning craft beer and premium spirits as well.

Several top tier breweries, the largest custom crush wine facility between Los Angeles and San Francisco and the first craft distillery in Santa Barbara County, are putting this valley destination on the map, right along with other well-known tasting towns. Buellton is nestled against the Sta. Rita Hills, which consistently produces world-class grapes, most notably, pinot noir. Their are many great restaurant options in town, particularly along Industrial Way. Right in the middle of town, but tucked away on a little side street is

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Andre Organic Lavender Farm 926 West Hwy 246 • 805.350.0593

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Mendenhall Museum 24 Zaca Street • 805.689.2402

One Maternity, Children & Gifts 240 East Hwy 246, • 805.688.8886

Pepper's Gifts 26 West Hwy 246 • 805.688.5767

Santa Ynez Valley Botanical Garden 151 Sycamore Dr. • 805.350.0360

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The building is a surprise - a two-story neo-classical structure in a warehouse district. Its state-of-the-art winemaking facility produces wines for roughly thirty other local vintners, along with some 300,000 cases of Private Label wines, which are distributed all over the country.

The Winery Restaurant overlooks the Santa Ynez River on one end and the winemaking works on the other. In between is a spacious dining room and the incredible Wine Wall, lined with high-tech dispensers that allow guests to swipe a card and choose a taste, a halfglass or a full glass of any of 52 wines on tap. It takes both wine tasting and food-and-wine pairing to a new level - especially given the local-centric tapas-style fare created by the crack culinary team.

With everything from the grass-fed beef to the sun-soaked produce sourced within twenty miles, the chefs have plenty to work with. How about some “Yuppie Crack” - candied dates stuffed with goat cheese and wrapped in applewood-smoked bacon, with a balsamic reduction and a basil oil drizzle.

The pizza with local sausage and roasted tomatoes is particularly popular, as is the seasonally available pear-and-prosciutto pizza with gorgonzola and truffle oil.

There’s a super happy hour, the wine club will keep you in great wine for years, and you can even make your own varietal blend at the bar, have it bottled, add a personalized label and take it with you.

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a very unique museum, which houses one of the West Coast’s largest petroliana collections, including gasoline pumps, globes, and porcelain gas, oil and road signs.

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cars, racing memorabilia, license plates and other interesting antiques. Buellton is also home to the Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Garden, a 2 ½ acre site, which highlights plants native to Santa Ynez River watershed.

Oh, and perhaps you have seen the Academy Awardwinning movie, Sideways? Along with a few talented actors, the film co-starred the Santa Ynez Valley and the ever-popular Buellton restaurant, The Hitching Post II.

It all began nearly 150 years ago, in 1875 when Rufus T. Buell came to the Santa Ynez Valley and purchased a portion of the San Carlos de Jonata Ranch. He established a general store, post office, bunkhouses, a blacksmith shop and family homes.

Eventually Mr. Buell bought the entire ranch and during a drought period, sold 10,000 acres of it to the Santa Ynez Land and Development Company.

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BRINGS ON THE FOOD For the past several years, Figueroa Mountain Brewery has been taking the Central Coast by storm, expanding from its original location in Buellton to include brew pubs in Los Olivos and Santa Barbara, with others slated to open in Santa Maria, Arroyo Grande and as far south as Westlake Village, near Los Angeles.

The Buellton headquarters is expanding, too. More gleaming beer storage tanks were added, literally raising the roof, and a full restaurant will open at the end of 2014, so customers can eat anywhere, whether upstairs in the mezzanine, which is set up for fullservice dining, in the taproom or outside.

At press time, the menu was still being developed, but it promises to raise the ante on pub grub. The kitchen’s modern comfort food will be the perfect complement to the

brewery’s many popular craft beers. Want mac ‘n‘ cheese? Here, it’s lobster mac ‘n‘ cheese or fried mac ‘n’ cheese with bacon dust. The menu will also be New Zealand Wagyu beef burger, steak with chimichurri, braised short rib sliders, halibut tacos, shrimp ceviche, vegetarian options, and much more.

FigMtnBrew has also created a line of hot sauces incorporating Danish Red Lager and Hoppy Poppy IPA. And for something completely different, check out Liquamentum, the label for the new “concoctions,” such as wine-beer blends aged in bourbon barrels.

Figueroa Mountain is always welcoming, casual, relaxed and fun, with horseshoe pits, bocce ball, chess and other games out back, plenty of live music and good vibes all the time.

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car-loads of travelers right through town and up the main street, Avenue of the Flags. Although the busy freeway was moved to its current location in the 1960’s, visitors still come to Buellton for essential travel needs, food and fun.

BUELLTON IS HOME TO a variety of unique events and festivals. ONE OF the most POPULAR is THE Buellton Brew FesT HELD ON MAY 9. GUESTS ARE INVITED TO sample craft beer from over 40 brewers, enjoy a variety of food options, live music, games, and festivities. This takes place at River View Park in Buellton. 21 and older.

Buellton Wine and Chili Fest: Some of the best local chefs will compete to take home cash prizes for the best Red Chili, Chile Verde and Homemade Salsa in Santa Ynez Valley. Enjoy unlimited wine and chili tasting, an Oak BBQ lunch, entertainment and more. Minors must be accompanied by adults.

Vintners Festival: April 23-26. Santa Barbara County Vintner’s Festival where guests are invited to sample wines from across the county, a variety of culinary creations prepared by local restaurants, caterers, and food purveyors, while enjoying live music at River View Park in Buellton. Also, that weekend, many wineries host their own pairing dinners and specials.

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MORE EAT + DRINK Alma Rosa Winery Taste high quality, wonderful food-pairing wines. This vineyard is one of the leaders in the organic farming and sustainable agriculture movement. 181-G Industrial Way, 805.688.9090, AlmaRosaWinery.com

Ascendant Spirits A boutique distillery, handcrafting small batch artisanal spirits. 37 Industrial Way, 805.691.1000, AscendantSpirits.com FIGUEROA MOUNTAIN BREWING COMPANY Buellton is where FMBC got its start and with locations in Los Olivos and Santa Barbara and more on the way, FMBC continues to attract a wide-ranging clientele for its great beer and energetic ambience. 45 Industrial Way, 805.694.2252, FigMtnBrew.com

Firestone Walker Taproom & Barrelworks Brew house bistro cooking and award-winning Firestone Walker beers. The Barrelworks tasting room features beers from the wild ale program and one-off selections from Firestone’s single and small batch barrel-aging spirits program. 620 McMurray Road, 805.686.1557, FirestoneBeer.com

Hitching Post II Established in 1986 and prominently featured in the Academy Award winning film, Sideways, this Buellton VISITSYV.COM

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With over

12,000 square feet of flexible event space, the Santa Ynez Valley Marriott has the ideal space for intimate ceremonies and lavish receptions.

Accommodating up 480 guests, the Turf Club Ballroom can accommodate wedding events of a grand scale or the Grandstand, Clubhouse, and Jockey Club offers a cozier setting for more intimate gatherings and rehearsal dinners.

The Outdoor Garden Patio offer guests an outdoor area with easy access to watch a sunset. Our professional wedding team will assist with every aspect of the planning process, from guest room accommodations to food & beverage selections, centerpieces to reception entertainment.

We can also work closely with your wedding planner to ensure an efficient, stress-free planning process. For a truly memorable experience in the Santa Barbara wine country that seamlessly blends casual comfort and sophistication, look no further than the Santa Ynez Valley Marriott.

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For a truly memorable experience in the Santa Barbara wine country that seamlessly blends casual comfort and sophistication, look no further than the Santa Ynez Valley Marriott.

icon serves outstanding steaks, ribs, ostrich, and pastries along with what the LA Times called the "best" french fries in Southern Cal. 406 East Highway 246, 805.688.0676, HitchingPost2.com

MORE SHOP + SEE Andre Organic Lavender Farm Established in 2004, this farm grows some of the finest lavender in the region for oil, personal products and culinary uses. 926 W. Hwy 246,

KEN BROWN WINES Ken Brown Wines is a small family winery focusing on Pinot Noir from Sta. Rita Hills and Santa Maria Valley, producing very small lots from some of the region’s most highly acclaimed vineyards. 157 West Highway 246,

Buellton Historical Society A collection of artifacts, ephemera, maps and photographs of the town.

805.688.9400, KenBrownWines.com

376 Ave. of Flags, PeaSoupAndersens.com (upstairs in Pea Soup Andersen’s Restaurant)

Pea Soup Anderson’s Known by generations of travelers for their world-famous split pea soup, this family friendly restaurant also serves up complete home-style meals. 51

Mendenhall Museum One of the West Coast’s largest petroliana collections, including gasoline pumps, globes, and porcelain gas, oil and road signs. This impressive collection includes race cars, racing memorabilia, license plates and other interesting antiques. 24 Zaca Street, 805.689.2402 (call ahead to book a tour) Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Garden Built by the community for the community. Visit the garden to learn about the natural environment of the entire valley. Enjoy an educational class, workshop or the Children's Amphitheater. 151 Sycamore Drive,

E. Highway 246, 805.688.3216, PeaSoupAndersens.com

Standing Sun Winery and Art Gallery Specializes in hand-crafted small lot, Rhone variety wines, visitors can watch winemaking in action and catch live music concerts. An art gallery is located next door. 92 Second Street # D, 805.904.8072, StandingSunWines.com Starting Gate Restaurant Enjoy rustic farm-to-table regional cuisine, sumptuous breakfast buffet, along with lunch and dinner. Winner’s Circle offers local wines, micro brews, and three big screen televisions with NFL Ticket access. 555 McMurray Road (Located in the SYV Marriott), 805.688.1000, SYVMarriott.com

Terravant Winery Restaurant Overlooking the Santa Ynez River on one end and the winemaking works on the other, this restaurant's local-centric tapas-style fare with 52 wines on tap available by the half or full glass takes the wine pairing options to a whole new level. 35 Industrial Way, 805.686.4742, AvantWines.com

805.350.0593, AndreOrganicLavender.com

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Sta. Rita Hills Wine region This American Viticulture Appellation located just outside of Buellton, is considered a perfect environment for growing Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and other cool climate wine grape varieties. (for directions and a printable touring map go to StaRitaHills.com)

Zaca Creek Art Gallery Original artwork and print by Peggy Brierton and other Santa Barbara County artists. 91 Second St., #C, 805.688.2270, ZacaCreekArtGallery.com VISITSYV.COM

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SOLVANG, THE LARGEST OF THE SANTA YNEZ VALLEY TOWNS, IS ALSO BIG ON OLD WORLD EUROPEAN CHARM. FOUNDED OVER ONE HUNDRED YEARS AGO BY DANISH IMMIGRANTS, THIS lovely village, with its sixteenth-century Danish-style architecture, windmills included, offers visitors dozens of delectable restaurants, bakeries and wine-tasting rooms (see map on page 64 & 80), unique retail shops, multiple museums, cozy inns and hotels, meeting facilities and even a stunning 700 seat outdoor amphitheater! Come and experience a little taste of Denmark, literally and figuratively, as you stroll down Copenhagen Drive. A horse-drawn carriage ride through town reveals authentic architecture, thatched roofs and a half-size replica of Denmark’s iconic “Little Mermaid” statue. Time your visit to coincide with one of the many unique festivals, celebrating Danish heritage and culture or the bounty of

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1624 Elverhoy Way • 805.686.1211

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Old Mission Santa Ines

The Mole Hole

1760 Mission Drive • 805.688.4815

1656 Mission Drive • 805.688.7669

Ostrich Land

Pavlov Art Gallery

610 East Highway 246 • 805.686.9696

1608 Copenhagen Drive • 805.686.1080

Pacific Conservatory Theatre

Solvang Antiques

1679 Copenhagen Drive • 805.688.5612

420 2nd Avenue • 805.922.8313

1693 Copenhagen Drive • 805.686.2222

Lucas & Lewellen

Wilding Museum

Solvang Shoe Store

1511 Mission Drive • 805.688.1082

1663 Copenhagen Drive • 805.688.4065

1693 Mission Drive • 805.688.7733

Fresco Valley Cafe 442 Atterdag Road • 805.688.8857

Ingeborg's Danish Chocolates

1645 Copenhagen Drive • 805.686.9336

Lucky Dogg Winery 1607 Mission Drive • 805.691.9774

Olsen's Danish Village Bakery 1529 Mission Drive • 805.688.6314

The Red Viking Restaurant Root 246 420 Alisal Road • 805.686.8681

Toccata Wines 1665 Copenhagen Drive • 805.686.5506

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Fresco Valley Cafe

442 ATTERDAG ROAD, SOLVANG • 805.688.8857 • FRESCOVALLEYCAFE.COM

a complement to danish indulgence

When you visit Solvang, you have to indulge in a few Danish diet busters, like sausage, pastries and aebleskiver.

Later, when it’s time for something green, fresh, and healthy, Fresco Valley Cafe is waiting.

Located a bit off Solvang’s sometimes crowded main drags, this hidden gem of a restaurant attracts lots of locals who love the calm they find on its sun-soaked garden patio, and visitors who are happy to sit a while.

The restaurant offers plenty of seasonal local produce - much of it organic and delivered by the farmers themselves - plus eggs from free-range chickens and excellent fresh local seafood.

The “something for everyone” menu is long on simplicity and familiarity, offering fantastic soups, satisfying appetizers, tortilla wraps, and classic sandwiches and salads. The pastrami sandwich, the chicken salad, the BLT, the turkey club, the French dip, the burgers and the many other sandwiches are loyal renditions of the classics.

Ditto the Cobb salad, the Caesar, the warm spinach salad, the Greek salad the seared ahi salad, and the many others.

“Some places have amazing sandwiches with infused this and that,” says owner Matt Raab. “But sometimes you want what you remember as a kid.”

A local craft beer or a glass of wine made from grapes grown within 15 miles of your glass, will make those memories sing. Finish with a slice of mixed-berry-lemon cheesecake or a baseball-sized chocolate mousse “truffle.”

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food, wine and hand-crafted beer from surrounding vineyards and farms.

Get educated and enlightened on topics ranging from history and art to motorcycles and nature at one of the town’s four museums. Explore the treasure trove of over one hundred independently-owned boutiques, art galleries and antique centers that fill the tree-lined streets and quaint courtyards. Solvang offers a variety of palate pleasing cuisine, including Danish, American, international and wine country, with a range of price points. With over one million visitors a year, Solvang manages to maintain a relaxing and welcoming feel as the pedestrian friendly streets buzz with visitors from all around the world.

HOW DID THE DANISH CAPITAL OF AMERICA END UP IN CENTRAL CALIFORNIA? IT ALL BEGAN OVER 100 YEARS AGO. IN 1911 THREE DANISH IMMIGRANTS Reverend Benedict Nordentoft, Reverend J. M. Gregersen and Professor P. P. Hornsyld bid farewell to the central plains of Iowa, and headed west for the golden sunshine of California. There they purchased nearly 9,000 acres of land in the Santa Ynez Valley, just adjacent to the historic Old Mission Santa Inés. This parcel was then subdivided and sold for farms, homes, and businesses to create a town for Danish immigrants. Profits from the sale of land were used to build a Danishstyle folk school, where the curriculum was focused on educating young adults, while preserving and promoting Danish culture.

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Santa Barbara wine country’s premier boutique hotel

400 Alisal Road, Solvang, California, 800.624.5572, www.hotelcorque.com Hotel Corque is owned by the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians

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A Big Bite of Family Friendly Fun in Solvang Aaron Petersen is a family guy who has kids and has coached kids on the JV football team at Santa Ynez High School for 18 years. So he created his newest business, the year-and-a-half-old Chomp, in the heart of Solvang, to give local and tourist kids and their families a place to have a good time. Voted the “Best New Restaurant” in the Santa Ynez Valley in 2013, Chomp is always full after high school events and soccer tournaments.

This modern take on the diner focuses on three things: burgers, fries and shakes. It also has fish

‘n’ chips, homemade mac ’n’ cheese, fish tacos, veggie choices, ice cream sundaes, root beer floats and banana splits. Nostalgia alert: The milkshakes come with the metal blender container that holds the extra.

Younger children have their own area, with booths for their parents and stools at a pint-size counter. There’s also a black board wall where anyone can be creative or simply write a note to friends.

Aaron also supports the kids in a career sense, hiring them by the dozen. Those young people earned Chomp a “Best Service” award, too. “They might forget to refill a coffee or a water,” Aaron laughs, “but they kill them with charm and kindness.”

For parents, there are local craft beers on tap and wine by the glass at $5 each. Bring in your own favorite beer, and Aaron will open it for you and give you a glass. Ditto wine; there’s no corkage fee. There is also a private “Party Room” for groups and parties. Chomp: it’s a value and a values kind of place.

CHOMP • 1693 MISSION DRIVE, SOLVANG • 805.688.7733 • CHOMPSOLVANG.COM

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Half size replica of Denmar k’s iconic “Little Mermaid"

Students were offered a broad range of courses, from Danish arts and crafts, singing, folk dancing, and gymnastics, to bookkeeping, history, English and literature. Advertisements were placed in Danishlanguage newspapers and word spread about the new colony in the west. Early settlers, mostly Danish, arriving from other parts of California, the Midwest and Denmark, populated Solvang and a variety of businesses were soon established to provide for the needs of a growing community. The Solvang Hotel opened in 1911 and soon after, a general store, creamery, bakery, bank, and butcher shop.

In its early years, nearly all of the buildings in Solvang were simple wood frame construction in a classic western style or Mission/Spanish style, with white washed stucco and red tile

roofs. In 1928 the community chose to construct their new Lutheran Church to reflect and honor the Danish heritage of the town’s settlers.

The church built in the style of Storks perched atop buildings are a symbol of good 12-14th century rural churches, luck in Denmark complete with corbie-stepped gables was the first Danish-style structure in Solvang. It is still home to parishioners today. In 1931, Alfred “Baker” Petersen was the first to incorporate the Danish brick and timber architectural style, known as bindingsværk, into his home. This was soon followed

by Einer Johnsen’s Jewelry and Radio Shop in 1936. In the 1940s, Ferd Sorensen, a local plumber, metalsmith and woodworker built Solvang’s very first windmill, just adjacent to his Danish Provincial style home.

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24 Unique Rooms • Stone Fireplaces Marble Bathrooms • Antique Furnishings Front & Back Private English Gardens with Fountains Kitchen/Kitchenettes • Breakfast with Danish Pastries 293 ALISAL ROAD, SOLVANG 805.688.4404 • 888.688.4404 SOLVANGGARDENS.COM

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Fresh Californian Fare Local Wine and Tailored Catering

No trip to Solvang would be complete without sampling some of the traditional Danish dishes and treats. Choose from the classic aebleskiver (pancake balls, served with raspberry Jam, covered in powdered sugar), frikadeller

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442 ATTERDAG ROAD • SOLVANG • 805.688.8857 • FRESCOVALLEYCAFE.COM

(meatballs), medisterpølse (a lightly spiced Danish pork sausage), or try a variety at a traditional smorgaasbord (buffet). If chocolate is your thing, try some beautiful handmade Danish flødeboller (marshmallow filling on a light wafer cookie dipped in dark chocolate).

The enticing aroma of freshly baked Danish

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kringles and pastries, cakes, butter cookies and bread fills the streets, so follow your nose to one of the many authentic bakeries or restaurants for traditional Danish fare.

Olsen’s Danish Village Bakery 1529 MISSION DRIVE

Ingeborg’s Danish Chocolates Mortensen's Danish Bakery

1693 MISSION, CORNER OF private ALISAL &group MISSION Family friendly, large patio, room,

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The windmill, now one of four, still proudly welcomes visitors at the east entrance to town.

It wasn’t until after WW II that the look for which Solvang is now famous began to gain momentum. In January of 1947, the Saturday Evening Post magazine proclaimed it a “spotless Danish village that blooms like a rose in California’s charming Santa Ynez Valley." This feature article, along with irresistible photos, put Solvang on the map as the “Danish Capital of America”. In the following years, new downtown buildings were constructed in the Danish provincial style; existing structures were given “Danish make-overs”, windmills were erected and streets renamed to pay homage to famous Danes and locations in Denmark.

Solvang takes pride in its rich Danish heritage and celebrates the hard work and vision of its residents and business owners. The vibrant cultural, culinary and artistic traditions continue and ties with Denmark remain active. Visit Solvang and share the experience of being Danish for a day, a week, or longer!

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DANISH DAYS (SEPT.) IN 1936, THE PEOPLE IN SOLVANG DECIDED TO THROW A PARTY TO CELEBRATE THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE TOWN’S FOUNDING. THE THREE-DAY CELEBRATION INCLUDED A TORCH-LIGHT

PROCESSION, PLAYS, PAGEANTS, A PARADE, FOLK DANCING AND SINGING, A CONCERT, BARBECUE, AND A STREET DANCE — AND WAS A HUGE SUCCESS. IN 1937 SOLVANG PUT ON ANOTHER CELEBRATION AND THE TRADITION OF DANISH DAYS WAS BORN. This free event, the largest Danish festival in California, complete with three parades, entertainment and the introduction of an annual “Danish Maid”, is held annually on the third weekend of September.

Taste of Solvang (March 18, 2015) Since 1993 and now with over 40 restaurants and shops participating, Taste of Solvang features a variety of events, each celebrating the best in wine, food, beer, desserts and entertainment the Santa Ynez Valley has to offer. The event highlights the abundance of locally grown foods, wine, and the diverse cuisine of the area.

Julefest (Dec.) California’s “Little Denmark” sparkles with lights and festivities during this heart-warming annual festival, as Solvang Park in Downtown Solvang is transformed into a Winter Wonderland. Enjoy the annual parade, Holiday Wine Walk, living Nativity Pageant and a host of other family friendly Danish Days is the largest Danish festival in California activities.

420 alisal road downtown solvang 805.686.8681 root-246.com

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BUTTONWOOD FARM WINERY & VINEYARD The second word in the name of Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard did not get there by accident. It’s there because the 106-acre property, which has 39 acres of Vinifera vines, is also a working organic farm and has been since the late Betty Williams founded it in 1968 “based on good practices for people, animals and the earth.”

Betty was a visionary who had a deep respect for the environmental whole of her property and a profound sense of her responsibility as a steward of it. Her vision, “organic” in every sense of the word, continues to guide Buttonwood today. Come to a big event here, and you’ll enjoy not only fine wines, but also olive oil from trees on the property, honey from their bees, butter from Buttonwood cows, plus herbs, fruits and vegetables, including pears, persimmons, pomegranates, peaches, tomatoes and probably more kinds of basil that you’ve seen in one place, all grown a moment’s walk from where you’ll dine.

A chef ’s dinner here can mean planning a menu months in advance so that the raw ingredients can be grown to order. The August All Farm dinner just may be the ultimate expression of the farm-to-table ethic.

But it always sells out, so sign up early!

As for Buttonwood’s wines, they are as distinctive as Betty Williams’ vision. Whether it’s a Cabernet Franc from 31-year-old vines, the Merlot, the Sauvignon Blanc or the Cabernet Sauvignon these estate grown wines give full-throated expression to the farm’s terroir. Add painter Seyburn Zorthian’s stunning labels, and you have an integrated whole that gives moving meaning to the symbiosis that occurs when good people and good land come together.

1500 ALAMO PINTADO ROAD, SOLVANG 805.688.3032 • BUTTONWOODWINERY.COM

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C U LT U R A L AT T R A C T I O N S Now in its 51st season, Pacific Conservatory of Performing Arts (PCPA), continues to produce exemplary year-round theatre while providing excellent training with a resident company of theatre professionals. From June through September, PCPA will present unique productions of My Fair Lady, Man of La Mancha, and Peter and the Starcatcher in the outdoor Solvang Festival Theatre.

BOX OFFICE 805.922.8313 • PCPA.ORG PCPA

Elverhoj Museum of History & Art A community museum devoted to the history of Solvang, the Danish-American pioneer spirit, the cultural heritage of Denmark and the arts.

1624 ELVERHOY WAY • 805.686.1211 • ELVERHOJ.ORG

Hans Christian Andersen Museum Located upstairs in The Book Loft, the museum has exhibits and displays that celebrate Denmark's most famous writer.

1680 MISSION DR. • 805.688.2052 • BOOKLOFTSOLVANG.COM

Old Mission Santa Ines The picturesque "Mission of the Passes" is the nineteenth of the twenty-one California Missions established by Franciscan priests from 1769 to 1823.

1760 MISSION DRIVE • 805.688.4815 • MISSIONSANTAINES.ORG

Solvang Festival Theater Enjoy world-class productions under the stars in this 700-seat outdoor amphitheater.

420 2ND ST. • 805.686.1789 • SOLVANGFESTIVALTHEATER.ORG

Solvang Vintage Motorcycle Museum

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Learn about Danish immigrants who founded Solvang in 1911 and how the cultural links with Denmark remain vital today. Travel back in time through photographs, oral histories, historic rooms and a diorama. Enjoy our spacious art gallery showcasing contemporary regional and international artists.

Vintage and rare motorcycles and European race bikes AJS, BMW, Ducati, Gilera, Matchless, Moto Guzzi, MV, Norton, Triumph, Velocette and Vincent.

320 ALISAL ROAD • 805.686.9522 • MOTOSOLVANG.COM

Wildling Museum Showcases paintings, photography, sculpture and other mediums that focus on themes of wild places and wildlife. Enjoy art classes, nature walks, and a gift store.

1511 MISSION DRIVE • 805.688.1082 • WILDLINGMUSEUM.ORG

CHANGING ART EXHIBITIONS FAMILY ACTIVITIES • TOURS LIVING HISTORY • MUSEUM STORE

1624 Elverhoy Way in Solvang Tel: 805.686.1211

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1500 Alamo Pintado, 805.688.3032, ButtonwoodWinery.com

Casa Cassara Family owned & operated boutique winery and tasting room specializing in handmade wines from the SY Valley.

1607 Mission Dr. #112, 805.688.8691, CasaCassaraWinery.com

Cecco Ristorante Seasonally inspired rustic country Italian cuisine featuring wood burning oven pizza, handmade pastas, cheese, and antipasti. 475 1st St., 805.688.8880, CeccoRistorante.com Chomp A family oriented, kid-friendly restaurant serving allAmerican classic cuisine such as hamburgers, fries, and shakes. 1693 Mission Dr., 805.688.7733, ChompSolvang.com Fresco Valley Café A diverse and eclectic menu prepared using many local and organic items, with almost everything made from scratch daily. 442 Atterdag Rd., 805.688.8857, FrescoValleyCafe.com Greenhouse Café A Nordic Bistro serving both American and Danish fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner in a lovely greenhouse setting.

487 Atterdag, 805.688.8408,GreenhouseSolvang.com

Ingeborg's Danish Chocolates Hand-made, in-house delicious Danish chocolates and gifts. 1679 Copenhagen Drive, 805.688.5612, Ingeborgs.com Lucas & Lewellen Family-owned, estate vineyard and tasting room.

1645 Copenhagen Drive, 805.686.9336, LLWine.com

Lucky Dogg Winery A dog and kid-friendly tasting room featuring hand crafted locally sourced amazing wines. 1607 Mission Drive, 805.691.9774, LuckyDoggWinery.com

MIRABELLE RESTAURANT Wine country cuisine and an elegant ambiance create a perfect setting. The award winning wine list offers the areas finest offerings and a selection of older Napa, Sonoma, and French wines. 409 First St., 805.688.1703, MirabelleInn.com Mortensen’s Danish Bakery A quaint family owned and operated cafe and bakery offering authentic pastries using traditional recipes. 1588 Mission Drive, 805.688.8373, MortensensBakery.com

Olsen's Danish Village Bakery Since 1970, owners Bent and Susy Olsen, have been making delicious kringles, cakes, cookies and breads in downtown Solvang. 1529 Mission Drive, 805.688.6314, OlsensDanishVillageBakery.com

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Root 246 Offers a full menu of American craft-based cuisine, one of the most extensive selections of local wines, whiskey and craft beer in the area and refreshing signature cocktails. 420 Alisal Road, 805.686.8681, Root-246.com

Sante’ Wine Bar and Lounge Hip place for central coast wines, local beers and champagne.

433 Alisal Rd., 805.691.9641, SanteWineBarandLounge.com SOLVANG RESTAURANT Located in downtown and famous for its Danish aebleskiver.

1672 Copenhagen, 805.688.4645, SolvangRestaurant.com SUcculent Café Using local ingredients, the menu boasts both the heart of comfort food & the delicate balance of culinary complexity.

1555 Mission Dr., 805. 691.9444, SucculentCafe.com

The Red Viking Restaurant Traditional Danish food and classic American, smorgaasbord (meatloaf, mashed potatoes, red cabbage, meatballs, liver pate, cold pork Danish sausage, pickled herring cauliflower & more.). Beer, wines, & cocktails. 1684 Copenhagen Dr., 805.688.6610, TheRedVikingRestaurant.com

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Toccata Wines A fun and relaxed wine tasting experience featuring estate grown traditional Italian varietals and shop an Old World marketplace for gourmet foods, art and wine-related items.

1665 Copenhagen Dr., 805.686.5506, LLWine.com

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MORE SHOP First Street Leather Luxurious leather and fur jackets, coats, boots, shoes, handbags, sweaters and small leather goods, with first-rate customer service. 1634 Copenhagen Drive, 805.688.5215,

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Pavlov Art Gallery Original paintings and fine art prints by Chris Pavlov. 1608 Copenhagen Dr., 805.686.1080, PavlovGallery.com

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Rasmussen’s Featuring imports from Europe and Scandinavia since 1946.

1697 Copenhagen Dr., 805.688.6636, RasmussensSolvang.com

Solvang Antiques Santa Ynez Valley’s largest and most prestigious antique shop features carefully-selected, high quality antique dealers and vetted consignors providing a unique shopping experience.

1693 Copenhagen Dr., 805.686.2222, SolvangAntiques.com

Solvang Shoe Store A great selection of shoes & clogs for all occasions. 1663 Copenhagen Drive, 805.688.4065, SolvangShoe.com

The Book Loft A book lovers’ paradise, new and used books, puzzles and games. 1680 Mission Dr., 805.688.6010, BookLoftSolvang.com The Jule Hus Old World European Christmas ornaments all year round.

1580 Mission Dr., 805.688.6601, SolvangsChristmasHouse.com

The Mole Hole Named after the children's story "Wind in the Willows", this boutique is filled with unique gifts and collectables.

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THE SERENE LITTLE VILLAGE OF BALLARD HAS THE DISTINCTION OF NOT ONLY BEING THE SMALLEST OF THE SANTA YNEZ VALLEY TOWNS, BUT THE OLDEST AS WELL. NESTLED BETWEEN the surrounding towns of Los Olivos, Solvang and Santa Ynez, this mostly residential community is home to the first public school in the Valley. Designated a Santa Barbara County Historical Landmark, The Ballard Elementary School, also known as the Little Red Schoolhouse, has educated elementary school students since 1883. Early on, it was the only public building in the valley and was often used for church services, weddings, funerals, community meetings and Saturday night dances.

Ballard’s beginnings go back to the early 1860’s, when New Yorker George W. Lewis homesteaded 800 acres of land, which covered part of the present day towns of Ballard and Los Olivos. Mr. Lewis entrusted his dear friend, William N. Ballard, with the care of his Valley property while he spent stretches of time in

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Mexico tending other holdings. At the time, Mr. Ballard was the superintendent of the Concord stagecoach line, which ran between San Francisco and Yuma, Arizona. As there was no stagecoach stop between Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo, Ballard built an adobe station, which still stands today and is now a private residence in town. Upon the sudden death of William Ballard in 1881, George Lewis returned from Mexico and founded and named the historic township after his old friend. In its early days, Ballard thrived, as it was home to the only general store, post office and blacksmith shop in the Valley.

Tiny Ballard boasts yet another Santa Barbara County Historical Landmark - The Ballard Presbyterian Church, now known as Ballard Country Church. It was designed by Samuel Lyons, a local resident and justice of the peace, and constructed under his supervision in 1898, by local members of the congregation. In the midst of a drought, with little rain falling and no crops to tend, people volunteered their time and labor to construct the church. The original church bell was purchased from Montgomery Ward and Co. and stained glass windows were donated and installed in memory of early settlers to the Valley. The picturesque church with its steepled belfry and fish-scale shingles now serves as a chapel for funerals and weddings.

Located in the heart of town is the splendidly romantic bed and breakfast, The Ballard Inn and Restaurant. This small luxury inn offers award-winning French-Asian cuisine, with an emphasis on fresh local flavors. This sweet spot is the perfect respite from a busy day of wine-tasting and touring in the valley.

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Surrounded by oak-studded grassy hills and acres of farmland and vineyards, Los Alamos is only seven blocks long, yet boasts some serious shopping and culinary "cred". Exploring this classic old western town from the street almost feels like a step back in time, with its historical buildings and vintage charm, but once inside, it is obvious that it has more than kept up with the times and may even be a little ahead of the curve. This classic small town is sprinkled with a variety of award-winning restaurants, wine-tasting rooms, one-of-a-kind art galleries, and antique shops - there is even a bar solely dedicated to fine craft beers. Even the most serious “foodies” will be surprised and impressed with the offerings.

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EAT + DRINK 1880 Union Hotel A charming historic landmark hotel, with authentic Victorian style, where the romance of the Old West meets the beauty of the wine country. Hang out at the hopping Union Saloon and enjoy great wine, food and live music on the weekends. 362 Bell Street, 805.344.2744, UnionHotelVictMansion.com

Babi’s Beer Emporium A local favorite, the shelves are lined with bottles of the latest and greatest quality craft beer and a row of taps pour carefully-chosen selections. Come in for a taste or a pint. 380 Bell Street, 805.344.1911

Bell Street Farm Eatery & Market This cozy and delicious eatery and market is an essential culinary destination for fresh cuisine, gifts and merchandise from local artisans. Hang out in the market, dining room or patio or make your own picnic basket. 406 Bell Street, 805.344.4609, BellStreetFarm.com

Bob's Well Bread Bakery Old world European techniques are used to create delicious hand-made bread & baked goods, made with only the finest ingredients and natural starters.

550 Bell Street, 805.344.3000, BobsWellBread.com

Cafe Quackenbush Coffee drinks, delicious fresh pastries for breakfast, tasty sandwiches & salads, local wines and a choice of gourmet daily specials for lunch. 458 Bell Street, 805.344.5181, GeneralStoreCa.com (continued on page 55)

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The gallery features furniture, antiques, interesting "finds", and renowned California Plein Air Impressionists of the early and mid 20th century, along with contemporary plein air and modern artists, sculptures & creations of local artisans. 458 Bell St., 805.344.4440, GeneralStoreCa.com

Gussied Up Antiques Located in the historic Leslie House built in 1880, the store is home to two dozen different dealers and consignors covering a vast array of antiques, collectibles, vintage curiosities and retro ware. 349 Bell Street, 805.344.2504, GussiedUpAntiques.com

Los Alamos County Park A “hidden treasure”, this 51-acre park at the mouth of the Drum Canyon, is a great place to enjoy a picnic, enjoy a game of softball or horseshoes, or watch the woodpeckers at work. 500 Drum Canyon Road, 805.934.6123, CountyofSb.org

Terramonary Stoneware & Porcelain Original one-of-a-kind hand-crafted stoneware and porcelain created by local artist Ramona Clayton. 273 Bell Street, 805.344.1460, Terramonary.com

The C Gallery For Contemporary Art Contemporary art work with a contemplative edge. 466 Bell St., 805.344.3807, TheCGallery.com

The Depot Antique Mall & Wine Pub Once the depot for the Pacific Coast Railway, this historic building with over 60 vendors is now home to one of the top ten antique malls in CA. 515 Bell St., 805.344.3315, LosAlamosCa.com

The Gentleman Farmer Antiques Vintage, original & reproduction farm, canine, country & English sporting equine art, gifts & accessories, fine vintage linens & jewelry. 363 Bell St., 805.344.4111, TheGentlemanFarmer.net VISITSYV.COM

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WINE'S THE THING AT THIS SALOON IN LOS ALAMOS Tasting wine at the Wine Saloon in the gastronomic boomtown of Los Alamos (population 1,890) can feel like being part of Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn’s big blended family. Russell is a passionate winemaker who discovered the superb Pinot Noirs of the Santa Rita Hills AVA while shooting a Quentin Tarantino film there. Eventually, he connected with Ampelos Cellars proprietors Peter and Rebecca Work, became Peter’s winemaking apprentice, and started producing, much of it with grapes from the Ampelos vineyard, the first in the United States to be triple-certified as sustainable, organic and biodynamic.

At the Wine Saloon, which is the second bar of the historic Union Hotel, built in 1880 and with its décor still fully aligned with the era, you can sip Russell’s excellent GoGi (GO-ghee) wines (GoGi was Russell’s childhood nickname), Peter Work’s Ampelos wines, and others bearing the Hudson-Bellamy label. That one belongs to Hawn’s daughter, Kate Hudson, and her partner, Matt Bellamy, front man for the band Muse. Russell’s sister, Jami Way, manages the saloon and can help trace how the many strands of this big, happy family wine operation fit together.

This unusual and appealing tasting room lacks the least hint of wine-snob stuffiness - though a stuffed moose head and a few other critters made lively by a taxidermist lost in time, overlook the saloon and its shuffleboard table from various perches. The ceiling covered with dollar bills has its own stories. And when the dazzling Los Alamos sunlight invites you outside, the beautiful hotel garden is a fine place to sit and sip.

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land for the town site. It was once a popular stagecoach stop and home to a depot for the narrow-gauge Pacific Coast Railway, which linked San Luis Obispo and Los Olivos. The former railway depot is the only “survivor” of the Pacific Coast Railway depots and now fittingly houses one of the top ten antique malls in the state. Now a historic landmark, The Union Hotel first opened its doors to road-weary stagecoach Hit the town for a Los travelers in 1880. Recently Alamos 3rd Saturday Stroll, renovated, the hotel still held every month with welcomes overnight guests and seasonal themes, hosted operates a lively wine saloon.

Hit the town for a Los by the town’s merchants, Alamos 3rd Saturday Stroll, galleries and restaurants. held every month with seasonal themes, hosted by the town’s merchants, galleries and restaurants. To really experience the town’s Western history, don’t miss the annual Los Alamos Old Days, held at the end of every September, now in its 68th year. This weekend-long event aims to honor, preserve and celebrate the town’s authentic Western heritage and includes plenty of free entertainment, a two-day Peddlers Mart, an All American Classic Car Show and the “Greatest Little Small Town Parade.”

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Casa Dumetz Boutique artisan winery & inviting tasting room specializing in lovely small batch handcrafted wines. 388 Bell St., 805.344.1900, CasaDumetzWines.com

Charlie’s Restaurant Family owned and operated since 1978 offering tasty homemade American and Mexican dishes like classic burgers, tri-tip sandwiches and chili Colorado burritos. 185 Bell Street, 805.344.4404, CharliesFood.com

Full of Life Flatbread Open for dinner Thursday through Sunday enjoy the best hand-crafted wood-fired pizza, along with a selection of exquisite appetizers, entrees and desserts, all made with the highest quality local organic ingredients. 225 Bell Street, 805.344.4400, FullofLifeFoods.com

The Station Tres Hermanas Vineyard and Winery owners recently restored the historic “garage” into a bar and a great space for special events and weddings, complete with the original gas pumps out front and a large outdoor area in the back. A restaurant is soon to follow. 346 Bell Street, 805.344.1950, TheStationLosAlamos.com

Wine Saloon A fun and fabulously funky tasting room located in the 1880 Union Hotel, featuring selections from GoGi Wines, Hudson Bellamy Wines and Ampelos Cellars. 362 Bell Street, 805.344.2744 VISITSYV.COM

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Thinking of tying the knot? The Santa Ynez Valley may be the perfect spot - the scenery is breathtaking, the venues romantic and the accommodations plentiful. For inspiration and insight, we sat down with wedding and event planner extraordinaire, Rani Hoover, owner of Inspired Weddings and Events. Rani is the artistic visionary and creative talent behind some of the most beautiful and unique weddings in the Santa Ynez Valley.

SYVDG: What makes the Santa Ynez Valley such a special place to "tie the knot”?

RH: The SYV is simply magical. The lighting, the vineyards, horse

ranches, exceptional cuisine, and endless days of sunshine. Only 2 hours from Los Angeles and seven miles from the coast, with over 80 wineries and vineyards, endless rolling hills, dappled with live oak trees and the most romantic “golden hour” sunsets every evening make for a picture perfect setting to welcome family and guests to California, from across the country and around the world.

The trend for my clients planning their destination wedding is to host their guests for a 3 to 4 day weekend, with a welcome reception, wine tasting, dining at one of the many local “foodie” eateries, an outdoor winery, ranch or estate wedding and a sendoff brunch. The valley towns are located only a few miles apart, making travel between celebrations scenic and easy to navigate.

A favorite part of having a wedding in the Santa Ynez Valley is being able to return, year after year, to relive the experience and the memories together.

SYVDG: Of the many fabulous weddings you have orchestrated in the Santa Ynez Valley, which one really stands out as being particularly memorable and why?

RH: The most recent was a summer wedding between my clients

Eric and Edgar, at a local winery, vineyards as the ceremony backdrop and the perfect balance of elegance and rustic charm.

Just three months into planning their wedding, Edgar suffered a great loss with the passing of his mother. To celebrate her life, we set a special seat for her, with floral and a hand painted sign from Edgar that said “Mom, you would be here with me today, if heaven weren’t so far away.”

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Here in the Santa Ynez Valley it’s not about the grandeur of a ballroom, it’s about outdoor spaces with sunset views, rolling hills covered in grapevines, the relaxed California small town vibe and warm hospitality -- Rani hoover

The love shared between Eric and Edgar and their friends and families, who had been waiting together for 17 and a half years for this union, was profound and unlike any I’ve experienced. These families were already united and as the legalities were performed and celebrated, I felt honored to have been entrusted with this event and to have been a witness to everything marriage should be.

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having the Valley backdrop as my office is an absolute dream.

Here in the Santa Ynez Valley it’s not about the grandeur of a ballroom, it’s about outdoor spaces with sunset views, rolling hills covered in grapevines, the relaxed California small town vibe and warm hospitality.

syvdg: What is your vision of the perfect wedding?

RH: The perfect wedding is one where my clients are represented beautifully in everything they provide for their guests, where I’m able to absorb every little hiccup that may arise, so they can focus on their commitment to each other and celebrating that commitment with friends and family. I hear a lot of positive feedback following each wedding, but the most touching and meaningful is always that the wedding

was more than they could have imagined or dreamed of and they wish they could do it all over again.

SYVDG: What’s the most creative thing you’ve done for a ceremony?

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SYV WEDDINGS one wedding where the Groom arrived on horseback, with his best man alongside and they were greeted at the edge of the ceremony lawn by another friend, who was waiting, silver tray in hand, with cognac and freshly trimmed cigars. The Bride followed with her flower girl and ring bearer in a horse drawn carriage. Another ceremony started as a very traditional processional, but when the music kicked in, the wedding party danced up the aisle to a choreographed routine that included all of the parents, 22 attendants and a bride and groom who knew how to get a party started!

For more information contact: Rani Hoover Inspired Weddings & Events at 805.245.8199 or RaniHoover@gmail.com Or go to www.ranihoover.com

PHOTO CREDITS Maya and Chris • Julianne Brasher : juliannebrasher.com Jacie and Troy • Braedon Flynn : braedonphotography.com Arpna & Neil • Brian Leahy : brianleahyphoto.com

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As the sun sets on another perfect Valley day, get your second wind and get ready for some night time fun. The Santa Ynez Valley delivers; with top-notch dining, concerts, entertainment, live music, dancing, concerts, lively local bars and lounges, and world-class theatrical productions, beneath the stars and if you are feeling lucky, 24 hour gaming.

Chumash Casino Resort

Has live entertainment, award-winning fine dining, alongside a AAA Four Diamond-rated Hotel and Spa and a 24-hour gaming floor filled with 2,000 Slot machines, dozens of table games, bingo and poker.

The intimate, state-of-the-art Samala Showroom plays host to top headliner entertainers, world championship boxing events, exciting monthly Bingo events and more. 3400 California 246, Santa Ynez, 805.686.0855, ChumashCasino.com

Figueroa Mountain Brewery Features occasional live music on the weekends and offers a healthy range of IPA, stout and ale beers. Two Valley locations - Buellton Taproom: 45 Industrial Way and "The Cottage" In Los Olivos: 2446 Alamo Pintado, Suite C, 805.694.2252, FigMtnBrew.com

ales and fresh cuisine with flavors unique to Solvang. Occasional live music on the weekends. 1547 Mission Drive, Solvang, 805.688.2337, SolvangBrewing.com

Fitzpatrick’s Tavern

A wine and craft beer cellar with a comfortable ambience. Choose from a diverse selection of Central Coast wines, California craft beers and a variety of local eats. Live music, typically on Saturday night. 1672 Mission Drive, Solvang, 805.688.7111, TheGoodLifeCellar.com

A farm to table Irish pub and grill, which has a reputation for providing thirsty customers a perfectly poured pint of Guinness. Along with food made from organic and locally grown ingredients the tavern has occasional live music. 490 1st Street, Solvang, 805.688.5500, FitzpatricksofSolvang.com

Maverick Saloon & Dance Hall

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One of the only thriving original California saloons is a great option for lively country-western and rock music and dancing and even dance lessons in the saloon’s rustic Old West-style interior. Santa Ynez, 805.686.4785, MaverickSaloon.org

Sit outside on the deck of this Victorian home dating back to 1907 and enjoy the Jazz under the Stars summer concert series, accompanied by classic regional American cuisine. Wednesday nights June through September. 3631 Sagunto Street, Santa Ynez, 805.688.2886, TheVineyardHouse.com

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Viking Garden Cellars

Sit under the stars and enjoy a world-class production, by the only resident theater company on the Central Coast, now in its 51st season. Box Office, 805.922.8313, PCPA.org

Randy’s Taproom Hand-crafted ales, porters, and stouts, with 8 beers available on tap and many more in bottles, along with a variety of local wines. The taproom has live music every weekend, and special beer events twice a month. 1525 Mission Drive, Solvang, 805.686.9456, RandysTaproom.com

Sante’ Wine Bar and Lounge A cool bar with a simple, yet sophisticated modern vibe, offers central coast wines, local sparkling wines, French champagnes and also a great variety of California microbrews, with live music on the weekends. 433 Alisal Road, Solvang, 805.691.9641, SanteWineBarandLounge.com

Solvang Brewing Company Located in a restored windmill in down town Solvang, this brewery offers fine

A laid-back wine lounge with occasional live music, offering a great selection of local boutique wines, hard ciders, craft beer, and fire brewed gourmet soda. 448 Alisal Road, Suite E, Solvang, 805.688.2670, VikingGardenCellars.yolasite.com

Wandering Dog Wine Bar Specializes in boutique wines, craft beers, gourmet cheeses and a selection of small bites. Offers indoor and outdoor seating and is dog friendly. 1539 C Mission Drive, Solvang, 805.686.9126, WanderingDogWineBar.com

Music on the Green (summer concert series) A family and pet-friendly event, is hosted by New Frontiers Natural Marketplace, which serves up a great all-natural beef-chickenand-vegetarian barbecue. Held at the Valley Plaza, on the corner of Mission Drive and Alamo Pintado in Solvang. 805.693.1746, NewFrontiersMarket.com VISITSYV.COM

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ANDER THROUGH SANTA BARBARA COUNTY AND YOU WILL FIND YOURSELF TRAVELLING BETWEEN BEAUTIFUL HILLS AND MOUNTAINS, THROUGH FARMS AND RANCHES, AND PAST BREATHTAKING VINEYARDS. THE UNIQUE TOPOGRAPHY OF EASTWEST MOUNTAINS OPENING DIRECTLY TO THE PACIFIC OCEAN creates an ideal environment for the cultivation of classic grape varietals. Meaning: venture onto one of those picturesque

vineyards and you will enjoy world class wines of distinct character.

Santa Barbara County has five unique winegrowing regions, or American Viticultural Areas (AVAs). The Santa Ynez Valley AVA is an east-west corridor that encompasses three smaller AVAs: Sta. Rita Hills, Ballard Canyon, and Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara. The different microclimates in the Santa Ynez Valley allow for many varietals to grow well. On the western edge of this valley lies the Sta. Rita Hills, where the marine influence creates an extremely cool climate and an optimal place to grow Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Nestled into the center of the Valley is the Ballard Canyon, whose soils and climate make superb Rhône varietals like Syrah and Grenache. Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara lies on the eastern edge of the Santa Ynez Valley, running up into the San Rafael Mountains just northwest of Lake Cachuma. The warm climate of this inland region allows winegrowers to focus on Bordeaux varietals like Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc. Santa Barbara County’s northernmost winegrowing region is the Santa Maria Valley AVA, where the long, cool growing season allows Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Syrah to thrive, and the wide open vineyard landscapes offer a true sense of wine country.

The diversity of the region is reflected not only in the landscapes and climates but in the atmosphere and types of wineries and vineyards. There’s something for everyone, whether you want to meander through wine country or enjoy an urban wine tasting experience.

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outing. It is recommended to bring food with you on your excursion, and many wineries have scenic picnic areas. If you want to learn more about the winegrowing and winemaking process, many wineries and vineyards offer tours of their cellars and properties. Tours often need to be arranged in advance of a visit, so call ahead to find out more information and to make a reservation. If you are going wine tasting in a group, let the wineries know you are coming as some require reservations for groups of 8 or more. Wineries and tasting rooms also host a dynamic array of special events throughout the year, ranging from vineyard hikes to barrel tastings, winemaker dinners to grape stomps.

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EXPLORE WINE COUNTRY + BEER + SPIRITS + MORE

Experience PREMIUM LIMITED PRODUCTION WINES INTIMATE & INVITING ACCOMODATIONS BOCCE COURT AT THE SANTA YNEZ VALLEY'S MOST UNIQUE WINE TASTING EXPERIENCE

POUR, TOAST, DRINK, REPEAT...

Beer and whisky might BEER AND SPIRITS not be the first things that come to mind when thinking about the Santa Ynez Valley, but wine is no longer the only pour in town. Multiple craft beer breweries and an artisanal spirits distillery are finding a place among the acres of vines and numerous wineries that have put the Valley on the map. Tour local microbreweries to see the brewmasters put their own unique and innovative spin on creating pure palate pleasing handcrafted beer. Sample smallbatch bourbon, moonshine or vodka at the first legal distillery in the county since prohibition. Follow SYV Craft Beer Trail Map to find an impeccable icy pint and toast to a perfect day in the valley. The map is available at any valley brewery and the Solvang Visitor Center or go to SYVBeer.com for a printable version.

May is officially Craft Beer Month: enjoy events, classes, tastings, and demos. Participating breweries and beer stops throughout the valley will be offering special tasting flights and food pairings. For more info: VisitSYV.com.

The highlight of the month is the 4th annual Buellton Brew Fest. Guests are invited to sample craft beer from over 40 brewers and enjoy food, live music, games and more. River View Park - Buellton, May 9th.

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Ascendant Spirits: A boutique distillery, handcrafting small batch artisanal spirits. 37 Industrial Way #103, Buellton, 805.691.1000, AscendantSpirits.com Figueroa Mountain Brewing: This hoppin’ taproom and awardwinning brewery offers a great view of the brewmasters in action. Choose from dozens of top tier beers, tasty bites and live music on the weekends. 45 Industrial Way, Buellton and 2446 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos, FigMtnBrew.com.

Babi’s Beer Emporium: A local favorite, the shelves are lined with bottles of the latest and greatest quality craft beer and a row of taps pour carefully-chosen selections. 380 Bell Street, Los Alamos, 805.344.1911 Firestone Walker Brewing CO, TAPROOM RESTAURANT & BARRELWORKS: Bistro cuisine and award-winning Firestone Walker beers. 620 McMurray Ave., Buellton, 805.225.5911, FirestoneBeer.com Root 246: Craft-based cuisine and one of the most extensive selections of local wines, whiskey and craft beer in the area. 420 Alisal Road, Solvang, 805.686.8681, Root-246.com Solvang Brewing Co. Located in a restored windmill, this brewery offers fine ales & fresh cuisine. 1547 Mission Dr., Solvang, 805.688.2337, SolvangBrewing.com The Good Life: A craft beer and wine cellar with an extensive California Craft beer selection and local food from the Central Coast. 1672 Mission Drive, Solvang, 805.688.7111, TheGoodLifecellar.com Valley Brewers: A full service home-brew and winemaking shop. 515 Fourth Place, Solvang, 805.691.9159, ValleyBrewers.com Wandering Dog Wine Bar: Specializes in boutique wines and craft beers. 1539-C Mission Drive, Solvang, 805.686.9126, WanderingDogWineBar.com

Wanna go out and play? The SYV has so many ways!

The Santa Ynez Valley region has something to offer for just about any interest or age. A multitude of outdoor activities can be enjoyed and experienced throughout its lush, rolling hills and rows of vineyards. How about some heart-pumping biking or mellow trail hiking? Hop on a horse, hit some golf balls (see page 70), or take a nature lake cruise and search the sunny skies for bald eagles. Or take to the skies yourself and see the Valley from a glider or hot air balloon. Pick blueberries, feed ostriches or drop into a rad skate park. So go on, get out, enjoy some fresh air, blue skies and endless Valley sunshine!

hIKE IT: The SYV and the greater Santa Barbara County offer a wide range of hiking trails throughout the Los Padres National Forest, including the Dick Smith Wilderness and San Rafael Wilderness areas. Hike about 3.5 miles to the top of Refugio Road for stunning views of the Pacific Ocean.

Zaca Peak Trail is a moderate 2.5 mile trek which rewards with unobstructed views of the Valley. For current trail conditions and more information call 805.968.6640 or go to Fs.Usda.gov BIKE IT: With its varied elevations and terrain, beautiful scenery and temperate climate SYV attracts serious and recreational cyclists from all over the world. Tour the wineries at a leisurely pace, along serene country roads or go big, for the 50 mile, 4350 foot elevation gain ride required to reach the top of Figueroa Mountain.

Santa Barbara Wine Country Cycling Tours:

Customizable to riders’ abilities, tours include a gourmet picnic lunch and wine tasting, nestled in world-renown cycling routes and spectacular scenery. Rental bikes are available. 3630 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, 888.557.8687, WineCountryCycling.com

Dr. J’s Bicycle Shop: A great selection of road and mountain bike rentals and the Valley’s resource for bicycles, cycling accessories, parts & service. This shop caters to everyone including the hiend cyclist, hard-core mountain bike and BMX riders & families. 1693 Mission Drive Solvang, 805.688.6263 DrjsBikeShop.com

Quicksilver Miniature Horse Ranch

BY HORSEBACK: With numerous thoroughbred ranches, training facilities, and riding clubs, along with Cowgirl Hall of Famers and Olympic champions, it’s no wonder the Valley is one of the most important and active equestrian locations in the nation. Events and competitions are held almost every weekend at the Valley’s equestrian center. Go to SYVea.org for a schedule of equine events.

No horse, no problem. You can still “go native” and saddle-up with one of the local guide companies.

Soar to new heights with our daily morning Santa Ynez Valley balloon rides! With over 100 wineries in the scenic Santa Ynez Valley, the year-round near perfect climate and light prevailing winds in the Central Coast of California makes this an ideal place for ballooning. On an average day you may catch a glimpse of “Neverland Ranch” while floating over the wine vineyards and beautiful ranches.

Flights are 45 minutes to 1 hour and capture views over the beautiful wine country surrounded by transverse mountain ranges, the Channel Islands, Lake Cachuma and the historic Santa Ynez towns.

Sky's the Limit Ballooning Adventures 800.558.5828 • SantaBarbaraBalloonRides.com

Vino Vaqueros: Experience the most breathtaking ranches and vineyards in the region on a guided private, 90 minute ride, followed by wine paired with a gourmet deli lunch. 2178 Mora Avenue, Santa Ynez, 805.944.0493, VinoVaqueros.com ​Rancho Oso Horseback Riding: Guided trail rides on safe, gentle horses, suitable for beginners, ages 8 and up! Reservations recommended 1-2 days in advance. 3750 Paradise Road, Santa Barbara, 805.683.5110, RanchoOso.net FROM THE SKY: Santa Barbara Soaring: Silently soar above one of the most picturesque gliding areas in the country, over the mountainous national forests, beautiful Lake Cachuma, the vineyards and world class horse facilities that define the SYV. Located at the Santa Ynez Airport, 900 Airport Road, Santa Ynez, 805.688.2517, SBSoaring.com VISITSYV.COM

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OUT AND ABOUT FLORA and FAUNA Chaotic Exotics: Nine acres of woodland paradise, overlooking the vineyards of the Santa Rita Hills Wine Region. Growers specialize in exotic orchids. 5375 Campbell Road, Lompoc, 805.736.0040 (call ahead for hours or for an appointment). ChaoticExotics.biz

Located about 15 minutes from Santa Ynez, off Hwy 154, Lake Cachuma offers narrated nature tours where you’ll be able to see waterfowl, osprey, hawks, bald eagles, and various other birds and wildlife.

Clairmont Lavender Farm: A five acre all organic lavender PHOTO: ALEX VIDUETSKY

farm. Visitors are welcome to stroll through the fields, enjoy a picnic or shop the boutique. 2480 Roblar Ave Los Olivos, 805.688.7505, ClairmontFarms.com

Flag is Up Farms/Monty Roberts: Home to “the Man Who Listens to Horses”. The farm is the internationally renowned starting point for some of the world’s most successful performance horses, racehorses and the Monty Roberts Int'l. Learning Center. 901 E. HWY 246, Solvang, 805.688.3483, MontyRoberts.com

Neal Taylor Nature Center: Located within the Cachuma Lake Recreation Area, the center offers exhibits on the local environment, emphasizing hands-on interaction that fosters understanding and appreciation of the rich natural environment and cultural history of the Cachuma Lake area. 2225 Highway 154, Santa Barbara, California 93105, 805.693.0691, CLNatureCenter.org OstrichLand USA: Visitors are invited to feed the 50 or so amazing

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ostriches and emus or just stand back and enjoy the antics of these unbelievably large birds. The Ostrichland USA store sells a large variety of ostrich and emu related products. 610 East Highway 246, 805.686.9696, OstrichLandUsa.com

El Capitan State Beach: A nice sandy beach, with rocky tide pools and stands of sycamore and

Quicksilver Miniature Horse Ranch: Open to visitors Mon.-Sat.

oaks along El Capitán Creek. It’s great for swimming, fishing, surfing, picnicking and camping.

A stairway provides access from the bluffs to the beach area. 2 El Capitan State Beach Rd, Goleta Gaviota State Beach: Marked by a tall Southern Pacific railroad trestle that crosses Gaviota Creek high above the day-use parking lot, the park is a popular spot for swimming, picnicking, surf fishing and camping. 17620 Gaviota Beach Rd, Gaviota, 805.968.1033, Parks.Ca.gov Jalama BeacH: Beautiful site for camping, surfing, swimming, fishing, kite flying, bird watching, beach combing, wind surfing, whale and dolphin watching, basketball, volleyball, horseshoes or beach walks. There is also a small store and restaurant. 9999 Jalama Road, Lompoc, 805.736.3504 Refugio State Beach: Excellent coastal fishing, trails and picnic sites. Palm trees planted near Refugio Creek give a distinctive look to the beach & camping area. 10 Refugio Beach Rd, Goleta.

from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Quicksilver Ranch does not offer petting pens or rides in the cart, but you are able to get up close and personal with the miniature horse. 1555 Alamo Pintado Road, 805.686.4002, QSMinis.com

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Leadbetter Beach: At this Santa Barbara beach surfing isn’t an extreme sport. But it is extremely beautiful. This picturesque point offers surfers a fun, slow break that’s perfect for long boarding, paddleboarding or learning how to surf.

Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Garden: Built by the community for the community. Visit the garden to learn about the natural environment of the entire valley. Enjoy an educational class, workshop or the Children's Amphitheater. 151 Sycamore Drive, SantaYnezValleyBotanicGarden.com

Figueroa Mountain Road/Los Padres National Forest: Take a drive (north from Los Olivos) to see the brightly colored lupine, California poppies and wild mustard that carpet the hillsides in the springtime. An Adventure pass is needed if you plan to hike or walk around. Passes are available online or at the Ranger Station at the top of Figueroa Mountain Road. Fs.Fed.us PHOTO: TENLEY FOHL

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Experience the most breathtaking ranches and vineyards in the region on a guided private, 90 minute ride, followed by wine paired with a gourmet deli lunch. 2178 Mora Avenue, Santa Ynez, 805.944.0493, VinoVaqueros.com

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Morell Nut and Berry Farm: U-pick raspberries, boysenberries and blackberries, yellow raspberries, sunflowers and other assorted flowers.

Tomatoes and jams/preserves are also available for purchase. Seasonal.

1980 Alamo Pintado Road, Solvang, 805.688.8969

Cachuma Lake Recreation Area: Children's playgrounds, lake cruises, the nature center, fishing

piers, and hiking trails await you. The Marina is open year-round and sells bait, tackle, fuel and fishing licenses. It also boasts a terrific snack bar & grill. The Family Fun Center includes a swimming pool, video games, miniature golf, and snack bar, and is open daily during the Classic Organic Farm and Market: Organic farm and market offering a summer. 2225 Highway 154, Santa Barbara, 805.686.5055 Cosb.CountyofSb.org variety of lettuces, tomatoes, carrots, watermelons, strawberries, and a Hans Christian Andersen Park and Skatepark: Enter this beautiful park through a castle arch variety of other produce. Homestead Orchard fruit, kitchen herbs and and find large live oak trees, an awesome skate park, which has cavernous half pipes that will organically produced eggs are also available. 2323 Old Coast Hwy, challenge even the most rad skaters. Find playgrounds, a music-making station, a rock-climbing Gaviota, 805.714.4420 wall and picnic tables. 633 Chalk Hill Road, 805.688.7529, CityofSolvang.com

Old Coast Barn: A family-friendly farm stand on Nojoqui Falls Ranch, Nojoqui Falls County Park: (Solvang) a 15 minute moderate hike on a well maintained trail leads provides a range of seasonal produce, fruit and grass-fed meats. 3000 to a beautiful waterfall. The perfect site for a gourmet picnic lunch! 805.934.6123 Alisal Rd, Gaviota, 805.765.1288, OldCoastBarn.com PAWS Dog Park: Your four-legged friends will love you when you visit Buelltonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s newest addition.

Santa Barbara Blueberries: A u-pick, pesticide-free blueberry farm 568 Dawn Drive. SyvPaws.org located at Restoration Oaks Ranch. Also offered; pomegranates, wild Riverview Park: Take in the beautiful view of the Santa Rita Hills. 151 Sycamore Drive, Buellton, honey, blueberry jams and other natural products. 1980 Highway 101, CityofBuellton.com, 805.688.5177 Gaviota, 805.686.5718, SantaBarbaraBlueberries.com Solvang Park: In the heart of downtown Solvang, hosts festivals, free movies and concerts in the

Solvang Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market: (every Wednesday afternoon, year-round) summertime and popular picnic spot. Located at Mission Drive and First Street.

Copenhagen Drive & 1st Street, 805-962-5354, SBFarmersMarket.org Sunny Fields Park: Great family park with beautiful wooden Danish-themed structures, a giant Quacken Farms: An organic u-pick pumpkin patch, pony rides, tractor hay tire swing, rope bridges, and ample seating for adults. 900 Alamo Pintado Road, 805.688.7529

rides, play area, Halloween fun house, hay bale maze and more. Seasonal.

2921 Ontiveros Road, Santa Ynez, 805.688.3613, QuackenFarms.com

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Rancho Olivos: The only farm in the Santa Ynez Valley where you can taste artisan extra virgin olive oil right next to olive groves. 2390 Refugio Road, Santa Ynez, 805.686.9653, RanchoOlivos.com

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Just 15 minutes from Santa Barbara is the 6,939 yard par 71 Robert Trent Jones Jr., course, Rancho San Marcos; a course that Golf Magazine named one of the Top 10 golf courses in California to play and Golf Digest gives a 4 1⁄2 star rating. Set against the backdrop of the spectacular Santa Ynez Valley, the course is steeped in history with the cart path on hole 17, being part of the actual Pony Express Route.

The standout features are a fast pace of play, the post card perfect par 3’s and the firm and fast, undulating and perfectly maintained greens. The back 9 is a must not only for the challenging 18th hole, which has a dramatically elevated tee, but a view of the Valley that will literally take your breath away - pure nature at its best.

Further up the Pass, is the 6830 yard, par 72 River Course at Alisal, an inviting course that is approachable from a player’s standpoint and offers banquet facilities and a renowned restaurant and bar for post-round enjoyment. Designed around four lakes and the Santa Ynez River, it presents its own set of challenges just keeping your ball out of the water. The rough between fairways is modest and still playable with extremely demanding holes, such as the 7th and the 10th. The 7th is a 438 yard, par 4 with a hazard to the right and a lake on the left, which plays into the prevailing winds to a wide and shallow slightly elevated green. The 10th hole is a par 4, No. 2 handicap with a narrow fairway, hazard on the left that generally plays downwind to a narrow green protected by a large bunker on the right. This hole demands two solid shots to get home in regulation. The last four holes showcase the Santa Ynez Mountains, with the 15th, an uphill climb VISITSYV.COM

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Like Rancho, the setting is stunning; with wine vineyards on the north side of the course and the Santa Ynez River on the south - the kind of course you bring your clubs… and your camera.

When you get out of the car to play La Purisima, the pros will tell you, “put on your big boy pants” because hands down this is one challenging track. On this par 72, 7,105 yard course, there are no benign holes and each and every one of them demands your full attention. Designed by worldrenowned

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tee. Other noteworthy holes are the 9th, a 230 yard par 3, which demands impeccable aim through a narrow stand of eucalyptus trees and the 18th hole, which no matter what time you play, you’re hitting into the teeth of the wind. The hot tip for keeping your score low at La Purisima is to play in the morning before the winds come up.

Each course is unique and offers its own challenges, but all three provide an enjoyable and rewarding experience regardless of your handicap. A two night, three-day golf escape to the Santa Ynez Valley is one golf experience you will never forget. World-class golf, spectacular greens all in a setting you can only find in the

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FESTIVALS AND EVENTS January

9: Annual Christmas Tree Burn: Supervised by the Santa Barbara County Fire Department, in the fields of Old Mission Santa Inés, this is one of the largest fire safety demonstrations and community gatherings on California's Central Coast. 5 - 7 PM, 1760 Mission Drive, 805-688-5575 25-31: Santa Ynez Valley Restaurant Week: Sponsored by VisitSYV, participating restaurants offer 3 course tasting menus for $20. 805.686.0053, VisitSYV.com

February

20-22: Solvang Greyhound Fest/West Coast Greyhound Gathering for dogs and their human companions to enjoy activities. 805.688.6144, SolvangGreyhoundFest.org

March

14: SCOR Solvang Century & Half-Century: An annual 50 or 100-mile amateur bike ride for charity. 562.690.9693, BikeSCOR.com 18-22: Taste of Solvang: A culinary journey through Solvang, where wine country meets "dine country". In its 23rd year, sponsored by Solvang Visitors Bureau, includes “Sips & Sweets” dessert reception, Grand Tasting; Beer & Wine Tasting Walk; new Bubbles & Brunch, chef ’s demos and more. 805.688.6144, SolvangUSA.com 22: Buellton Wine and Chili Festival: A chili cook-off, salsa competition and wine tasting event, with live music, a tri tip lunch, samples of chili and salsa, beer, wine, from local vendors. Flying Flags RV Resort and Campground, in Buellton, 180 Avenue of Flags, BuelltonWineandChiliFestival.com

April

23-26: Vintners Spring Weekend: Throughout the weekend select wineries host their own events on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, ranging from winemaker dinners through library tastings and sales to new wine releases and barrel tastings. 805.688.0881, SBVintnersWeekend.com 25: The 33rd Annual Vintners Festival Grand Tasting: Celebrate and sample over 120 wines from across the county, a variety of culinary creations prepared by local restaurants caterers and food purveyors, along with live music. 1-4 pm. River View Park, 151 Sycamore Drive, Buellton, 805.688.0881, SBVintnersWeekend.com

May

2: Rancheros Visitadores: Hundreds of “visiting ranchers” from the men’s social club commemorate traditional rides that were once made from ranch to ranch. Hundreds of members on horseback and in wagons ride to a traditional public blessing at Old Mission Santa Ines, followed by private encampment. 805.962.3000 9: Buellton Brew Fest: Guests are invited to sample craft beer from over 40 brewers, enjoy a variety of food options, live music, games, vendors, and fun. This takes place at River View Park in Buellton. 151 Sycamore Drive, 805.688.7829, BuelltonBrewFest.com 74

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9: Santa Barbara Wine Country Half Marathon: Enjoy a scenic course, which runs from downtown Santa Ynez through Los Olivos into Solvang.

Celebrate at the post-race Wine & Music Festival in Solvang Park. Run the half marathon or the two-person relay. 7-12 pm, Santa Ynez, 707.933.1769, DestinationRaces.com

June

6: Los Olivos Jazz & Olive Festival: Features wines poured by thirty local wineries along with food prepared by thirty chefs, plus olive products vendors, and world-class live jazz. 1-4 pm, Lavinia Campbell Park, downtown Los Olivos, 805.325.9280, JazzandOliveFestival.org 13: Old Santa Ynez Day: The town celebrates with a street fair, parade, kids’ games, food, antiques, arts and crafts, live music and entertainment. All proceeds benefit Elks Charities and local Valley schools. For more info call 805.688.3448 or visit SYVElks.com 19-21: Live Oak Music Festival: Held annually at the beautiful Live Oak Campground, musicians from all across the globe perform traditional, folk, bluegrass and gospel, blues, jazz, classical and world music. LiveOakFest.org 19-21: 805 Criterium Bike Race: A fast-paced bike race along the Avenue of Flags in Buellton, drawing competitors from all around the state. Food, wine and beer are available. RideSB.com 27: 6th Annual St. Mark’s Cellar Classic: Enjoy local wines, hors d'oeuvres and entertainment. Proceeds from the Cellar Classic support local community programs and services as well as more than 60 area organizations 4:00 PM 7:00 pm St. Mark's-in-the-Valley Garden Courtyard, 2901 Nojoqui Avenue, Los Olivos, Smitv.org, 805.688.4454 TBA: Key to Wine Country Weekend: Sponsored by Santa Barbara Vintners Association, a three day wine and food weekend throughout Santa Barbara Wine Country. Enjoy events at over thirty wineries and vineyards. 500 “keys” are sold for $100, which “unlock” unique and exclusive wine experiences.

805.688.0881, SBCountyWines.com

July

4: Independence Day Parade, Festival & Fourth of July Fireworks Solvang: Old Mission Santa Ines, 1760 Mission Drive, Solvang, Parade at 1 pm, Fireworks at 9 pm, 805.688.6144, SantaYnezValleyRotary.org 4: Arts on the Avenue Buellton: Arts and craft vendors line the Avenue of Flags in Buellton. Enjoy a beer tent, live bands throughout the day, and activities for kids. 800.324.3800, VisitBuellton.com 17-19: Bacon and Barrels: Enjoy a fun-filled weekend featuring creative bacon dishes from the best chefs on the Central Coast and sample from barrels of the best in wine, bourbon, and craft beer. 21 and over only. Saarloos and Sons field, 2971 Grand Ave., Los Olivos, BaconandBarrels.com 27: Buellton BBQ Bonanza: Enjoy a barbeque, activities, and demonstrations; learn about local clubs and organizations. River View Park, 151 Sycamore Drive, Buellton, 800.324.3800, VisitBuellton.com

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August 15: 28th Annual Los Olivos Quickdraw and Arts Festival: Step into “virtual studios” and observe talented artists as they work to complete original pieces of work within 1 hour. Visitors can explore the Artwalk, featuring original handmade work by talented artisans, listen to live music and enjoy delicious food and wine. 9-7 pm, on the grounds of Mattei’s Tavern. 2350 Railway Ave., Los Olivos, SantaYnezValleyArts.org 29: Wheels 'N Windmills Car Show: 300+ vintage vehicles line the streets of Solvang. 805.688.6112, WheelsnWindmills.com

September 18-20: Solvang Danish Days: Celebrate 104 years of heritage with free music, dancing, 3 parades, arts & crafts plus aebleskiver breakfasts, beer garden and more. 805.688.6144, SolvangDanishDays.org 25-27: Los Alamos Old Days: Fun for the entire family as the community gathers each year to honor, preserve and celebrate the town’s authentic Western heritage. LosAlamosValley.org 26: Buellton Vintage Trailer Bash: Around 160 vintage travel trailers from California and the West Coast are gather for a fun-filled weekend at Flying Flags RV Resort & Campground. Trailers open for public viewing from 11-3 pm. 180 Avenue of Flags, Buellton, 805.688.3716, FlyingFlags.com

October 3-4: Chumash Inter-Tribal Pow-Wow: Native American music, dance contests, drum competitions, food, arts and crafts, pottery, jewelry and more. Live Oak Campground, 805.688.7997, SantaYnezChumash.org 9-12: Vintners’ Celebration of Harvest: Sponsored by Santa Barbara Vintners Association, throughout the weekend select wineries host their own events, ranging from winemaker dinners, library tastings, new wine releases, and barrel tastings. 805.688.0881, CelebrationofHarvest.com 10: Festival Grand Tasting: An annual celebration of the year's bounty. 120+ vintners gather to present their wines, and share harvest tales. 1-4 pm. Old Mission Santa Inés, Solvang 17: Los Olivos 35th Annual Day in the Country: Experience the unique small town charm and friendly Los Olivos lifestyle, where good friends, great food, and local fun show off the best of Los Olivos. Enjoy the Fun Runs, local parade, booths, and live music.

7-4 pm, Grand Ave., Los Olivos, LosOlivosCa.com

9-11/9: Santa Ynez Valley “Scarecrow Fest”: During the month-long festival, visitors and SYV locals enjoy the scarecrow sights and many events. The Valley boasts more than 200 scarecrows, on which the public is invited to judge and vote for their favorites in the “field”. SYVScarecrows.com 30-31: Halloween Haunted House at Solvang Festival Theater: Scary, wholesome family fun courtesy of Solvang Parks & Rec. 420 2nd Street, Solvang, 805.688.7529, CityofSolvang.com

November

7-8: 31st Annual Vaquero Show & Sale: A celebration honoring the lifestyle & renowned horsemanship of the California Vaquero, including food, demonstrations and live music. Held at The Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Parks-Janeway Carriage House, 3596 Sagunto Street, 805.688.7889, SantaYnezMuseum.org 7-9: Elverhoj Museum Queen of Arts Show & Sale: Featuring 50+ area crafts makers and artisans, offering everything from unique folk crafts to fine art, with a wide range of prices. 1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang, 805.686.1822, Elverhoj.org

December

6: Buellton Winter Fest: Start out the morning with Breakfast with Santa, a concert in the afternoon, followed by an evening of fun on the Avenue of Flags featuring 20 tons of snow for the kids. Music, food, wine, beer, spirits, vendors, light parade, tree lighting, and Santa. 800.324.3800, VisitBuellton.com 5: Olde-Fashioned Christmas in Los Olivos: A fun-filled day of activities created for the entire family, including a variety of crafts and activities for the kids and shopping for adults. 2-8 pm. Los Olivos, LosOlivosCa.com 1-31: Solvang Julefest: (Yule-fest) Holiday celebration featuring 100+ living Christmas trees at shops, Community tree-lighting, Parade, Nativity Pageant, Santa visits, Wine & Beer Walk & more. 805.688.6144, SolvangUSA.com TBA: Key to Wine Country Weekend: Sponsored by Santa Barbara Vintners Association, a three day wine and food weekend throughout Santa Barbara Wine Country. Enjoy events at over thirty wineries and vineyards. 500 “keys” are sold for $100, which “unlock” unique and exclusive wine experiences. 805.688.0881, SBCountyWines.com

YEAR-ROUND/SEASONAL

Solvang Village Farmers Market: Every Wednesday, featuring local and organic produce, meats, herbs, cheeses, jams, honey, flowers and more at First Street between Mission Dr. (HWY 246) & Copenhagen Dr., 2:30-6:30 Sum., 2:30-6 Winter , 805.962.5354, SBFarmersMarket.org Solvang Third Wednesday: Held monthly with over 60 stores, restaurants, bakeries & wine tasting rooms offering special discounts all day; plus Beer & Wine Walk; Cash Mob, Summer Concerts in the Park and more. 805.688.0701, SolvangThirdWednesday.com Los Alamos 3rd Saturday Stroll: Held every month with seasonal themes, hosted by the town’s merchants, galleries and restaurants. LosAlamosValley.org

June through September PCPA Pacific Conservatory Theatre presents critically acclaimed, professional live comedy, drama and musical performances under the stars at Solvang Festival Theater. 2015 schedule includes My Fair Lady and Man of La Mancha. 805.922.8313, Pcpa.org

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GETTING HERE AND GETTING AROUND

GETTING HERE

Located in northern Santa Barbara County, California, the Santa Ynez Valley is just 35 miles from the beaches of Santa Barbara, 125 miles up the coast from Los Angeles and 300 miles south of San Francisco.

By Car

The region is easily accessible via vehicles on U.S. Highway 101 and State Highways 154 & 246.

By Rail

Amtrak train service is available daily via transfers to Amtrak Thruway Coach from Santa Barbara and offers connecting bus service to Solvang.

800.872.7245, amtrak.com

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GETTING AROUND THE VALLEY Car Rental

Hertz (Located at the Marriott in Buellton) 555 McMurray Road, Buellton, 805.688.4398, hertz.com

By Taxi

A Taxi : 805.688.0069 Promenade Taxi : 805.319.4185, solvangtaxicab.com Solvang Taxi & Wine Tours : 805.688.0069, solvangtaxi.com Wine Country Cab : 805.769.8294, santayneztaxicab.com

By Bus

Santa Ynez Valley Transit : 805.688.5452, cityofsolvang.com Mon-Sat Service for Buellton, Solvang, Ballard, Los Olivos, and Santa Ynez Wine Country Express : 805.736.7666, lompoctransit.com Connects the city of Lompoc with the SYV. Runs M-F. Chumash Casino Shuttle : 800.247.7919, chumashcasino.com

For Fun

Segway Tours of Solvang : 453 Atterdag Road, 805.688.8899 Wheel Fun Rentals : 1564 Copenhagen Drive, 805-688-0091 Dr. Jâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bicycle Shop : 1693 Mission Drive, 805-688-6263 Solvang Trolley and Carriage Company : 1618 Copenhagen Drive 805.794.8958, solvangtrolley.com Vino Vaqueros : Santa Ynez Valley on horseback, private, 90 minute rides, 805.944.0493, vinovaqueros.com

VISITOR VITALS

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) : 30 miles south, 805.967.7111, santabarbaraca.gov Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX) : approx. 35 miles north, 805.922.1726, santamariaairport.com Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) : approx. 125 miles south (allow at least 2-3 hours drive time from LAX to the Valley due to traffic), 310.646.5252, lawa.org Santa Ynez Airport (IZA) for private aircraft landings 900 Airport Road, 805.688.8390, santaynezairport.com

Airport Shuttle Services

Central Coast Shuttle Services (to LAX) : 800.470.8818 Roadrunner Shuttle and Limousine Service : 805.389.8196, rrshuttle.com

Wine Country Tours

Locally based companies offer a variety of ways to see the Santa Ynez Valley and wine country. Relax and enjoy a guided tour by limo, sedan, jeep, touring bike, van, carriage or even by horse!

805 Winetours : 805.325.3787, 805winetours.com Cloud Climbers Jeep & Wine Tours : 805.646.3200, ccjeeps.com Gold Coast Limousines : 805.937.5466, goldcoastlimos.com Hummingbird Wine Tours : 855.486.6273, hummingbirdwinetours.com Los Olivos Limousine & Wine Tours : 805.245.1509 SB Wine Country Cycling Tours : 888.557.8687, winecountrycycling.com Solvang Taxi & Wine Tours : 805.688.0069, solvangtaxi.com Stagecoach Co. Wine Tours : 805.686.8347, winetoursantaynez.com The Grapeline Wine Tours Santa Barbara : 888.894.6379, gogrape.com

SYV WEATHER STATS: Known as one of the finest climates in California, with nearly year- round sunny days and refreshingly cool nights. Dressing in layers is advised. Average annual temperatures range from 76 F/32 C to 54 F/12 C. Summer highs can reach 80-90 F and winter lows to 40 F. August is typically the warmest month while December is the coolest. Average seasonal rainfall is 9 to 17 inches, with the maximum average precipitation occurring in February.

ECONOMY: The economy of the Valley is primarily driven by agriculture and ranching, the equine industry, and tourism.

EMERGENCY SERVICES: Dial 911 to reach police, fire or ambulance at any time.

EV CHARGING STATIONS: Found throughout downtown Solvang and the Chumash Casino.

SYV Marriott in Buellton has Tesla EV Super Chargers.

PARKING: Free for all vehicles throughout the Santa Ynez Valley. Free daytime RV parking is located at the Solvang Veterans Memorial Hall lot, 1745 Mission Drive.

POPULATION: The Santa Ynez Valley is home to approximately 20,000 people living throughout the six communities: Ballard, Buellton, Los Alamos, Los Olivos, Santa Ynez and Solvang.

TIME ZONE: Pacific Standard Time (PST), 8 hours behind Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) VISITOR CENTERS: Buellton : 597 Avenue of Flags, Unit #101, 800.324.3800 and Solvang : 1639 Copenhagen Drive, 805.688.6144 76

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