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Pismo Beach is where the green hills of the Central Coast meet the Pacific.
2011 Best of Show: Alberto Herrera- Angel of Fall . Acrylic/Pastel on Canvas . 60x48
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cabernet sauvignon, sparkling brut rose and port-style wine. Chamisal Vineyards, 7525 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo; 805-5419463; chamisalvineyards.com. This historic, picturesque property is the first vineyard planted in the Edna Valley producing pinot noir, chardonnay, pinot gris, grenache and syrah wines. Tastes of the Valleys, 911 Price St., Pismo Beach; 805-773-VINO; pismowineshop.com. Premium tasting room, open daily with more than 650 wines by the glass and more than 200 wineries represented. Ventana Grill, 2575 Price St., Pismo Beach; 805-773-0000; ventanagrill.com. Stylish dining room sits perched on coastal bluff, treating guests to an endless ocean view, lovely cuisine and sunsets. Reservations recommended.
4. The adventurer Outdoor enthusiasts always find something new. Golf next to the ocean on three courses, hike and bike the wine country roads, ride horseback on the shore, pier and surf fish, surf, kayak and kite surf. Pismo State Beach Golf Course, 25 W. Grand Ave., Grover Beach; 805-481-5215; pismogolf.com. Oceanside nine-hole, three-par public golf course is open daily. Pismo Beach Surf Shop, 470 Price St., Pismo Beach; 805-773-2089; pismobeachsurfshop.com.ÂFull-service surf shop. Rentals and lessons for surfing, kayaking, SUP surfing and diving.
4N Latinati fiesta! o Opening First Friday September 7, 2012 $25 per entry (max 4 entries) Jurried by a group of community members Awards for Best Of Show, 1st & 2nd place, Best New Artist For more info: www.theMetroGalleries.com/exhibits
Pismo State Beach North Beach Campground, 800-444-7275; slostateparks.com. The campound is within walking distance from the Monarch Butterfly Grove and has 103 units, showers and restrooms and a fire ring. Pets are allowed and it gives senior citizen discounts.
5. Festivals and culture There’s always something to experience in Pismo Beach. The farmers market is every Wednesday on the historic pier where farmers offer their seasonal produce and artisanal foods. Art In the Park, from local artists and craftsmen is the first Sunday of the month from May through November. classiccalifornia.com/calendar.htm. bakersfieldlife.com
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