This winter, head to Sonoma Valley, Calif., to celebrate the season of the olive. Enjoy these natural delights, from harvest to pressing with our top picks:
The Olive Press
On December 1st, after the official Blessing of the Olives, join the festivities at this beautiful olive farm. Enjoy a rare opportunity to watch freshly harvested olives pressed into oil right before your eyes. Open house lasts from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Located in Sonoma, CA.
The cost? It’s free
Be sure to hit their gift shop to take a few bottles home with you
Feeling hungry? Book a reservation at this popular restaurant with French-bistro inspired cuisine. Known for their celebration of the earth's natural flavors, including, of course, olives.
For prices, call 707-938-3634
Round off your meal with one of their locally-produced artisan cheese platters
Enjoy a day at Ramekins, the popular culinary school in Sonoma, Calif. Explore new flavors and partake in a hands-on cooking class, focusing on the diverse flavors of local products, including olives and oils.
For prices, call 707-933-0450
Finish off the meal you make by tasting some delicious local wines
