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The Sweet Side of Santa Maria BBQ

…Santa Barbara County crop report published last week. The county’s strawberries–nearly all of them grown here in the valley–remain the top cash crop at $464 million (!) for 2013, followed…

USA Today Uncovers Our “Secret” BBQ Style

…Side dishes almost always include fire-grilled then buttered bread, tossed green salad, fresh tomato salsa and beans. Because the area is known for growing sweet strawberries, berry pie or strawberry…

Qupe Quips About Wine Pairings for Summer BBQ

strawberries for dessert. To this list you can now add a glass of local wine. Indeed, in a relatively short span (commercial winemaking in Santa Barbara County didn’t really get…

Today Show Shines on Santa Maria Flavors

Santa Maria Style Barbecue isn’t the only epicurean delight here in the Santa Maria Valley. Indeed, famous strawberries, fresh produce and fine wine are also grown here, and word continues…

Win Tickets to World of Pinot Noir

…is known. Everything from strawberries and pinquito beans to tri-tip seasonings and a colorful display of Santa Maria Valley grown produce will make up the offerings that are designed to…

Authentic Mexican-Style Ice Cream Shop Gaining Fans

…well as tried and true favorites like strawberries ‘n cream, cookies ‘n cream, chocolate and vanilla. The business sources its high-quality ingredients from local farms whenever possible and also uses…

The Santa Maria Philharmonic Society

Bringing live classical music to the Santa Maria Valley since 2000 The Santa Maria Valley is home to acres of succulent strawberries, extraordinary vineyards and iconic barbecue. It is also…

Not-To-Miss Stops for Santa Maria Valley Beers This Summer

Meandering hillsides, iconic barbecue and idyllic strawberries are some of the charm of the Santa Maria Valley. But, not to be ignored is the growing craft brewery scene. The Santa…

The Ultimate Guide to Beaches Near Santa Maria Valley

From world-famous barbecue to mouth-watering strawberries, there are tons of reasons to visit Santa Maria Valley—but the best one of all might just be our convenient central-coast location that allows…

Best Wine Country Hotels in the Santa Maria Valley

…complimentary breakfast buffet during a weekend getaway. Enjoy succulent strawberries from the local farmer’s market as you walk down California’s Central Coast beaches and discover the wine country you didn’t…

Two Ways to Bring Santa Maria Style to Your Home

…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…

Get Inspired for Your Next Trip with the Santa Maria Valley Visitor Guide

…With a temperate Mediterranean climate, more than 7,500 acres of vineyards, and dozens of farms growing fresh California strawberries and other produce, Santa Maria Valley is the perfect place to…

California Agritourism in Santa Barbara County Wine Country: Discover Santa Maria Valley

…Santa Maria Valley agritourism tour. U-Pick Blueberries This small, locally owned farm offers guests the chance to pick and enjoy delicious produce. U-Pick Blueberries grows blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, tomatoes, lavender,…

A Guide to Wine Tasting on the Central California Coast

…Wine: good. Strawberries: good. Santa Maria Style Barbecue: gooooood. Ditch your envy and come see for yourself. With so many choices, we’ve put together this handy guide to make planning…

Thrillist: 5 Reasons to Drive to The Santa Maria Valley, California

…into California’s Central Coast. The area is best known for growing delicious strawberries and fresh produce, but this underrated region is a beautiful, bountiful place full of things to explore….