Share Categories Wine Country More Articles Social distancing is an important opportunity to do good for the world, but it also gives us a chance to be grateful for what we have. In Santa Maria Valley, we are thankful for each and every person who visits and makes our home so special. Now, we’d like to do the same for you. We know that spending a lot of time at home can be boring, so here are three ways we can bring the fun and spice of Santa Maria Valley to you! Enjoy the Flavors of Santa Maria Valley in Your Own Kitchen Social distancing just got a little easier – and tastier! With our official #SantaMariaStyle Cookbook, you can bring our 150-year-old tradition of savory, barbecued goodness right to your kitchen. The cookbook includes a full grocery list, preparation instructions, recipes, and tips and tricks from barbecue pros to make a full Santa Maria Style meal, complete with tangy salsa and a salad. Santa Maria Valley Wine at Your Doorstep Turn your kitchen into a personal tasting room with a few of your favorite wines from Santa Maria Valley! With 34 winery tasting rooms, Santa Maria Valley offers a variety of wonderful varietals to enjoy from the comfort of your own home. Order a bottle online today and make every meal a special occasion with sips from Santa Maria Valley. Check out our guide for pairing wine with fresh-grown California strawberries for dessert and a fun tasting experience! Distancing doesn’t have to be boring or tasteless! Add a little bit of that #SantaMariaStyle to your time at home and “make wine out of grapes,” as we say it here in the valley. *** In Santa Maria Valley, there’s so much to do from here. Hit the road and explore it all with our 24 hiking trails, 34 tasting rooms, seven unique AVAs, 13 beaches, and a growing selection of local breweries, all within a beautiful 30-minute drive. There is no need to venture far if you are looking for sand dunes, cycling and authentic Santa Maria Style dining. You’ll find it’s the perfect home base, where you can eat, drink and do more for less.
Visiting The Valley Show Me Your Key Card Promotion During your next trip, enjoy special wine, beer, and food offerings when you present your hotel key card at participating locations. (And yeah, it’s ok to request two keys for the room upon check-in.) When you step foot in the Santa Maria Valley, you’ll notice a particular style. The casual pace of life here and […]
Visiting The Valley Plan the Ultimate California Central Coast Road Trip Whether it’s your family summer vacation, a weekend girls’ trip, or a getaway with your sweetheart, it’s never too early to start planning your perfect vacation! Look to the coast and start planning your California Central Coast road trip. The Central Coast offers pristine weather, scenic coastal views and more than enough activities to keep […]
Visiting The Valley Exploring Santa Ynez Wine Country Discover Santa Ynez wine tastings and tours to try on your Central Coast getaway. California’s Central Coast is home to a wine region unlike any other, and Santa Barbara County alone is a hub of cool-climate and Rhône wine varietals from seven different American Viticultural Areas (AVAs), or wine-growing regions. The best part? Wine lovers […]
Wine Country Get to know the 7 Wine-Growing Regions of Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara wine country, located along the beautiful, temperate, California Central Coast, is a world-renowned wine-growing region. Known for its cool, Mediterranean climate, transverse geography and Rhône varietals, Santa Barbara wine country is favored among vino connoisseurs. The unique geography of the Central Coast allows for multiple American Viticultural Areas (or AVAs) that are unique […]