Monthly Newsletter | April 2023
Welcome to the April 2023 edition of our newsletter!
Now that spring is in full swing, we have some exciting updates and insights to share with you this month. Whether you are looking for a great outdoor space to hike, delicious food and drink to enjoy (or make yourself!), and incredibly fun upcoming events we hopefully have something for everyone. Keep reading below as we explore all the fun you have right here in SLO County during the month of April!
HIKE OF THE MONTH
FISCALINI RANCH PRESERVE
Nestled within the picturesque coastal town of Cambria, California, lies the Fiscalini Ranch Preserve, a breathtaking 437-acre stretch of protected land that offers visitors a unique experience by combining the rugged beauty of the Central Coast with the opportunity to explore a diverse range of habitats and wildlife. This hidden gem is a haven for nature enthusiasts, hikers, birdwatchers, and anyone seeking a serene escape amidst California’s natural beauty.
One of the key attractions of the Fiscalini Ranch Preserve is its extensive network of trails, which offer options for all levels of fitness and experience. Visitors can choose from several scenic routes, including the Bluff Trail, which meanders along the dramatic coastline and offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean, and the Ridge Trail, which traverses the preserve’s higher elevations and provides panoramic vistas of the surrounding landscape.
The trails are well-maintained and clearly marked, making it easy for visitors to explore the preserve’s beauty at their own pace. Whether you prefer a leisurely stroll along the bluffs or a more challenging hike through the forest, you are sure to be rewarded with breathtaking views and an intimate encounter with nature.
RESTAURANT OF THE MONTH
PONO PACIFIC KITCHEN
If you love seafood then a trip to Pono Pacific Kitchen in Grover Beach should be at the top of your list for new restaurants to try in April!
Founded in 2022 by partners Preston Tripp and Ashlee Alewine, Pono Pacific Kitchen combines everything you love about seafood with the flavors, techniques, and ingredients inspired by Tripp’s travels around the Pacific Rim.
We recently visited Pono Pacific, and could not have been more excited about the menu and wonderful people who made our experience exceptional. Every dish and drink were bursting with flavor, and we could taste the quality and freshness of all the ingredients, which created an unforgettable meal.
OUR ORDER
STARTERS:
Blue Crab Cakes
Furikake Ahi Crudo
SOUP:
Tomato Soup with Coconut Milk
MAKAI:
Macadamia Crusted Mahi
Shichimi Crusted Ahi
DESSERT:
Mandarin Orange Creme Brûlée
Pono “Parfait”
Overall, Pono Pacific Kitchen offers an amazing taste of the Pacific Rim right here in SLO County that you won’t find anywhere else! We are so excited to have them as part of fabric that makes SLO County so special, and can’t wait to return again and again.
CONTACT
228 West Grand Ave.
Grover Beach, CA 93433
Phone:
805.202.8115
Email:
hello@ponopacifickitchen.com
BAR OF THE MONTH
ANTIGUA BREWING COMPANY
Founded in 2021 by a group of beer enthusiasts, Antigua Brewing Company was born from a passion for creating distinct and delicious brews that capture the essence of the region.
At the heart of Antigua Brewing Company’s success is its dedication to creating innovative and flavorful beers. The brewery has embraced its tropical theme wholeheartedly, infusing many of its creations with exotic fruits and spices.
With its unique blend of tropical flavors, exceptional craftsmanship, and commitment to sustainability, this local gem stands as a testament to the vibrant and innovative spirit of the Central Coast.
As the brewery’s popularity has grown, so too has its lineup of expertly crafted beers, which now includes a diverse range of IPAs, lagers, stouts, and sours, which can all be enjoyed from the comfort of their taproom in downtown SLO (along with some delicious food from their in-house kitchen).
To learn more about Antigua Brewing Company make sure to check out their website and social profiles linked below, and watch the reel we posted on Instagram from our recent visit!
HOURS
Monday – Thursday:
12:00PM – 9:00PM
Friday – Saturday:
12:00PM – 10:00PM
Sunday:
12:00PM – 8:00PM
WINERY OF THE MONTH
PEACHY CANYON WINERY
Founded by Doug and Nancy Beckett in 1988, Peachy Canyon Winery has long been a staple of Paso Robles’ wine country.
Over the years their award-winning wines have helped establish the Paso Robles American Viticulture Area as a key wine region in California, and their use of organic and biodynamic farming methods exemplify how a vineyard can still produce healthy grapes while reducing their impact on the environment in a sustainable way.
At their beautiful tasting room located on their vineyard in the Templeton Gap District, you can sip your way through their flagship varietal – Zinfandel – but you can also find their Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Petite Sirah, Viognier, and more on their tasting menu along with a series of top-tier Bordeaux-style wines.
To learn more about Peachy Canyon Winery make sure to visit their website or social channels linked below, and watch the reel we posted on Instagram to see more of our recent visit to one of our favorite wineries on the Central Coast!
HOURS
Open Daily
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
CHEF’S CORNER
BACON CHEDDAR DEVILED EGGS
By Chef Candice Custodio
Chef Candice Custodio
A Cal Poly Alumni, Chef Candice Custodio is a Los Angeles native now permanently residing on the Central Coast. She has held various positions as an Executive Chef, Restaurant/Menu Consultant, Private Chef, and has been featured on the Food Network’s Chopped. She is currently the Chef at Kindred Oak Farm in Paso Robles.
SPECIAL EVENT SPOTLIGHT
MORRO BAY KITE FESTIVAL
Held annually in April, the Morro Bay Kite Festival is a free, family-friendly event that invites kite flyers of all ages and skill levels to come together and paint the sky with color. This year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever, as the festival celebrates its milestone anniversary.
The event takes place on Morro Bay’s beautiful beach, with the majestic Morro Rock serving as a stunning backdrop for the festivities. As the wind sweeps across the shoreline, the sky fills with a vibrant array of kites, from intricate single-line designs to awe-inspiring multi-line stunt kites.
To learn more about the Morro Bay Kite Festival make sure to check out their website and social channels linked below, and watch our reel from last year’s festival!
EVENT CALENDAR
Events for June
30th
BSR Presents: Ginger Pauley and Hoosier Daddy| Decomposing Brass Quintet
Events for July
2nd
Paso Robles Farmers Market
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
Events for July
3rd
Jazz Wednesdays
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
Wine Down Wednesday: Joy Bonner & Adam Levine
Templeton Concerts in the Park
Events for July
4th
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market
Events for July
5th
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
SLO Concerts in the Plaza
Region Event Center’s Concert in the Plaza After Party!
Karaoke Party at Milestone Tavern!
Events for July
6th
Templeton Farmers Market
Free Docent Tours at SLOMA
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
Atascadero Saturdays in the Park Summer Concert Series
Events for July
7th
Events for July
8th
SUMMER SCIENCE & ART IN THE GARDEN WEEK: Ages 7 to 10
Los Osos / Baywood Farmers Market
Events for July
9th
SUMMER SCIENCE & ART IN THE GARDEN WEEK: Ages 7 to 10
Paso Robles Farmers Market
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
C-Kan LIVE at The Fremont Theater
Events for July
10th
SUMMER SCIENCE & ART IN THE GARDEN WEEK: Ages 7 to 10
Jazz Wednesdays
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
Wine Down Wednesday: The Belmore’s
Templeton Concerts in the Park
Events for July
11th
SUMMER SCIENCE & ART IN THE GARDEN WEEK: Ages 7 to 10
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market
Paso Robles Concerts in the Park
Events for July
12th
SUMMER SCIENCE & ART IN THE GARDEN WEEK: Ages 7 to 10
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
SLO Concerts in the Plaza
CASS SUMMER BBQ
Region Event Center’s Concert in the Plaza After Party!
Karaoke Party at Milestone Tavern!
Events for July
13th
Templeton Farmers Market
Free Docent Tours at SLOMA
Oceano Seabreeze Market
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
Hotel California LIVE at The Fremont Theater
Events for July
14th
FREE FAMILY DAY: Trains, Crafts & Activities
Events for July
16th
Paso Robles Farmers Market
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
Events for July
17th
Jazz Wednesdays
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
Wine Down Wednesday: Noach Tangeras
Templeton Concerts in the Park
Events for July
18th
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market
Paso Robles Concerts in the Park
Events for July
19th
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
SLO Concerts in the Plaza
Region Event Center’s Concert in the Plaza After Party!
Micky Dolenz LIVE at The Fremont Theater
Karaoke Party at Milestone Tavern!
Events for July
20th
Templeton Farmers Market
Free Docent Tours at SLOMA
Makeshift Muse MISSION PLAZA MARKET
Basin Street Regulars Presents Midiri Brothers and Barrelhouse Wailers
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
Atascadero Saturdays in the Park Summer Concert Series
Events for July
21st
Events for July
22nd
SUMMER SCIENCE & ART IN THE GARDEN WEEK: Students Ages 10 to 14
Los Osos / Baywood Farmers Market
Events for July
23rd
SUMMER SCIENCE & ART IN THE GARDEN WEEK: Students Ages 10 to 14
Paso Robles Farmers Market
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
Events for July
24th
SUMMER SCIENCE & ART IN THE GARDEN WEEK: Students Ages 10 to 14
Jazz Wednesdays
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
Wine Down Wednesday: Will Breman
Templeton Concerts in the Park
Events for July
25th
SUMMER SCIENCE & ART IN THE GARDEN WEEK: Students Ages 10 to 14
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market
Events for July
26th
SUMMER SCIENCE & ART IN THE GARDEN WEEK: Students Ages 10 to 14
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
SLO Concerts in the Plaza
Region Event Center’s Concert in the Plaza After Party!
Karaoke Party at Milestone Tavern!
Events for July
27th
Templeton Farmers Market
Free Docent Tours at SLOMA
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
Atascadero Saturdays in the Park Summer Concert Series
Events for July
28th
NATURE SUNDAYS: Taking a Likin’ to the Lichens of SLO County
Events for July
30th
Paso Robles Farmers Market
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
Events for July
31st
Jazz Wednesdays
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
Templeton Concerts in the Park
Events for August
1st
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market
Paso Robles Concerts in the Park
Events for August
2nd
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
SLO Concerts in the Plaza
Region Event Center’s Concert in the Plaza After Party!
It Takes Two: Brand New Songs About Same Old Love
Karaoke Party at Milestone Tavern!
Events for August
3rd
Templeton Farmers Market
Free Docent Tours at SLOMA
Sunset Hike and Vineyard Tour
Atascadero Saturdays in the Park Summer Concert Series
It Takes Two: Brand New Songs About Same Old Love
NEXT MONTH
If you’ve made it this far, thank you for reading our newsletter! ❤️
We’ll be back next month with even more ideas to hike around SLO County; a new bar, restaurant, and winery of the month; another extra special recipe from Chef Candice Custodio; and more special events you don’t want to miss!
See you next month!
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