Our Memorial Day cookout has passed and July is just around the corner...why not come down for a visit? Speaking of visits, Colleen and I were recently at the vineyard for a couple of weeks and it was stunning. The rooms there have been recently renovated and are beautiful. We are hoping to add a few more rooms in the not too distant future. If you ever get out this way check out Cambria. I've been told it's an artist community...it sure looks it.  Let's catch up on the properties...

Area artists gather on three Saturdays in June to show and sell their creations at the Art in the Park outdoor market at Pack Square in the middle of downtown Asheville. 10 am to 5 pm each day.

From pottery to jewelry, to sculpture and two-dimensional art, the market promises a bouquet of contemporary and traditional mountain art and crafts. Not to mention the dozens of art galleries a short walk away.

The circus is in town!! Indulge in nostalgia with Circus Vargas Presents " The Greatest Of Ease." Circus as it should be seen...under the Big Top! Join them in celebrating, Circus Vargas' 50th anniversary extravaganzas, an homage to the golden era of circus in America!!! Presented at the Madonna Inn, it will be quite the spectacle, as is the Madonna Inn.

Estate Vineyard Summer Concerts

In addition to tastings, Estate Vineyard also has a concert and event schedule for the summer including the Bee Gees and Andrew Dice Clay.

Click here for dates and details

Halter Ranch in San Luis Obispo offers something for everyone, from chef food and wine pairings to a reserve tasting in the Caves. Property tours are available daily, including the Winery and Cave Tour, Excursion Tour or Vineyard Walking Tour. Schedule a Vineyard Horseback Tour of Halter Ranch with Central Coast Trail Rides on Sundays! Halter Ranch also offers several events this summer including, for a limited time, join Executive Chef Paul Arangorin in an intimate guided wine and food pairing in our Ancestor Room. The modern and eclectic cuisine is inspired by surrounding terroirs, local seasonal and artisan ingredients, world travels, and hospitable service. Limited spaces available.

Ever wanted to see what a hamster in a plastic ball feels like? Join up for pop-up Knockerball and other fun games across SLO County in beautiful places nearby like Avila Beach and Morro Bay. In addition to Knockerball, they also have Spike Ball, Kan Jam and Giant Jenga to play in between games. No reservations needed. Book in advance for $8 for a one-hour wristband or $15 for all-day wristbands. Day of event prices will be $5 for 5 Minutes, $10 for an hour and $20 for all-day play. 

Le Cuvier is one of my favorite vineyards here in Paso, and for many reasons. All the wines are organic. The grapes are dry farmed then left undisturbed while fermenting without any added sulfites so the wine can do its magic. I love Le Cuvier wines but also the experience. When you go, they do each taste with a prepared culinary bite and it dramatically changes the flavor profile of the wine! I would encourage making a reservation because they like to educate the guests and give a more comprehensive experience. They only taste a limited number of people at a time, that way you can get all the information about the wines and everyone has a truly personal and memorable experience.

This month we are focusing on a smaller charity called Jack Academy. The charity was started by two sisters, Janet & Sharon. I know Janet personally and she is an amazing lady. Their charity focuses on children in Ghana which has a very big problem with the child slave trade. Many families are forced to give up their kids because they can no longer feed them. The children are in turn forced into a shocking life of brutality. They have developed a school in Ghana and are currently helping countless children by the day.