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30 Farm Tours And More For Your California Trip

Published 21 days ago • 2 min read

Hi Reader,

We’ve been very busy. As in, our team has spent the last few months crisscrossing California—from the Central Coast to the Sierra Foothills and from San Diego to Sacramento—visiting farms, chatting with growers, and (of course) tasting everything.

And now we’re excited to share some of our favorite food adventure ideas for anyone road-tripping the Golden State this summer. Whether you’re into seasonal produce, want to pick your flowers, or nerd out on sustainable farming, these stops make your trip way more flavorful.

​Iconic U-Pick Farms in California​
​Strawberries, lavender, sunflowers, apples—you name it. We’re sharing our favorite farms for picking your own produce, veggies, and flowers.

​Farm Tours Worth the Stop​
​From learning how goat cheese is made to seeing regenerative agriculture in action, these tours go beyond your average roadside attraction.

​What Grows in California (and When)​
If you're like us, you may want to know what even grows in the Golden State. Here's a helpful guide for planning your visit around what’s in season, from avocados to zucchini.

​California-Inspired Arugula Salad Recipe​
Not traveling to the Golden State soon? You can still get a taste of California with this new recipe inspired by our travels to Mendocino. It's like a modern insalata mista with the addition of mint, red onion, lime, avocado, and prunes, and it's a new fave over here!

Need help building your own foodie road trip? We offer hourly trip consulting so you can get personalized recs for what to see, taste, and do!

À bientôt! Aida, Kristen, and Team Salt & Wind Travel
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