Los Olivos Wine Merchant Cafe
Aging into Excellence
In
the twenty years that Los Olivos Wine Merchant & Café has stood at the center of this winecentric town, owners Sam and Shawnda Marmorstein have never settled for what their business is; they’re always moving toward what it’s becoming. What began primarily as a wine store offering some simple pizzas and pastas evolved to be an even better wine store with some 500 bottles now available and a dining room serving a sophisticated seasonal menu. Now, in the latest evolution, the couple has established an organic garden at their Los Olivos home, where they also grow grapes for and produce their Bernat Estate wines. Lettuces, squash, zucchini, bell peppers, tomatoes, carrots, celery, cucumbers and more are now picked and plated the same day, and flowers from the farm adorn the tables. The couple’s commitment to quality is evident everywhere. They serve Peet’s espresso and Green Star organic fair-trade coffee. They support local producers of meats, produce and fish. Everything is made from scratch, from the satisfying bread to the delicious entrées like lamb shank with panzanella and incredible desserts, such as the Café Scream. That sublime treat combines flourless chocolate cake, caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream made in a 2.5-gallon maker handed down from Sam’s mother. The café just gets better with age. 2879 GRAND AVENUE, LOS OLIVOS • 805.688.7265 • LOSOLIVOSCAFE.COM
and vine-covered acres, into the mountains. Don’t be deceived by the historical ambiance and Victorian aesthetic, as behind these historic doors, the offerings are distinctly modern and sophisticated - from elegant clothing and jewelry boutiques, antiques and art galleries to world-class wine tasting and gourmet dining, Los Olivos has something to offer the most discriminating visitors. Los Olivos hosts a variety of unique events and festivals throughout the year. If you love world class jazz, wine, gourmet food and supporting an organization that improves the lives of others, then the Los Olivos Jazz and Olive Festival is the event for you. Enjoy tastings from more than thirty wineries and gourmet hors d'oeuvres from local chefs. This tasty event is hosted by the Rotary Club of Los Olivos every June in Lavinia Campbell Park. For a dose of small town charm, check out the Annual Day in the Country, held every October for the past thirty-four years. Indulge in the great food and family fun which defines the Los Olivos lifestyle. Enjoy musical performances, the tree lighting ceremony, luminaria adorned streets, and the smell of roasted walnuts wafting through the crisp winter air during the Olde Fashioned Christmas in Los Olivos (Dec.) This is definitely a romantic return to small town holiday celebration. For a complete listing of events, go to pages
“Top 100 Wine Lists in the Country” - Open Table Award of Excellence - Wine Spectator
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We don’t just support local farmers, we ARE local farmers!
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805.688.7265 2879 Grand Avenue Los Olivos
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62 & 63. MORE EAT Los Olivos Wine Merchant and Cafe Wine-country Mediterranean cuisine with an exceptional wine list with a ranking on Open Table's "top 100 wine lists in the country". 2879 Grand Avenue, 805.688.7265, LosOlivosCafe.com
Mattei’s Tavern Chef Robbie Wilson serves up innovative seasonal dishes using local organic goods. Housed in a beautifully restored historic hotel built in 1886. 2350 Railway Avenue,
Open daily from 10 - 5 pm
805.688.3550, MatteisTavern.com
Sides Hardware and Shoes Brothers Matt and Jeff Nichols create farm to fork American craftsmanship cuisine, from fresh local purveyors, along with an impressive list of exclusively Central Coast wines.
Ce l ebrating th e Lif estyl e of th e Santa Yn ez Va l l ey
2375 Alamo Pintado Ave, 805.688.4820, BrothersRestaurant.com
MORE SHOP + SEE GALLERY LOS OLIVOS In addition to being the primary permanent venue for The Artists Guild of the Santa Ynez Valley (Agsyv.org) the gallery showcases work from more than 40 regional artists. A variety of media rotates through the gallery, including paintings, pastels, collage, graphite drawings, photography, woodturning, clay, jewelry, and sculpture. 2920 Grand Avenue, 805.688.7517, GalleryLosOlivos.com 18
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Experience the most intimate tasting room in Los Olivos Open daily from 11- 5pm 290 0 G ra nd Ave, Los O li vos 805 -688 - 8148 | w w w. losoli vosg e n e ra lsto re.com
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