Get Cheesy: Visit The Sonoma Marin Cheese Trail
From the coastal cool of Point Reyes to the pastoral pockets of Petaluma and Sebastopol, here’s how to get cheesy in Sonoma and Marin.
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San Francisco Bay Area
The Bay Area’s Bounty: Farms, Vineyards, and Fresh Flavors
The San Francisco Bay Area—made up of nine counties encircling the Bay—may be best known for tech and iconic cityscapes, but it also boasts a rich agricultural legacy. Thanks to diverse microclimates and fertile soils, the region produces everything from wine grapes to organic vegetables. Fog-cooled vineyards in Napa and Sonoma yield world-class wines, while Marin and Santa Cruz Counties support thriving organic farms. Along the Half Moon Bay and Pescadero coast, you’ll find fields of Brussels sprouts, artichokes, and strawberries. The East Bay’s hills host cattle ranches and olive groves, while the Santa Clara Valley—once called the “Valley of Heart’s Delight”—still grows cherries, apricots, and winegrapes. Even urban areas support agriculture through community gardens, rooftop farms, and backyard orchards.
Agritourism here is as varied as the region itself. Napa and Sonoma offer immersive wine experiences, from vineyard tours to winemaker-led blending sessions. On the coast, Swanton Berry Farm invites visitors to pick organic strawberries or enjoy pies with a view of the Pacific. Marin and Sonoma are cheese-lover havens, home to artisan dairies offering tastings and farm tours. The Bay Area’s farmers markets are among the state’s best, with the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market in San Francisco drawing chefs and foodies from across the region.
Whether you’re sipping Cabernet in a sun-soaked vineyard, sampling fresh goat cheese in rolling hills, or picking berries along the coast, the Bay Area delivers a vibrant mix of flavor, landscape, and tradition. Its agricultural scene—both rural and urban—is essential to the region’s identity and offers visitors a delicious way to connect with CA GROWN food.
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Harvesting the Coast: Oyster Farms, Seafood, and Local Delicacies
Tomales Bay’s oyster farms and coastline tells a distinctly Californian story—of land stewardship, creativity, and deep connection to place.
The Best Places to Go Apple Picking This Fall
There’s nothing like an afternoon spent apple picking to kick those fall feels into overdrive. Take some time to explore our favorite u-pick apple orchards!
The Best Northern California Glamping Experiences
Our favorite Northern California glamping and camping experiences offer guests a taste of farm life – and a relaxing place to lay their heads while exploring the diverse landscape that defines the northern third of the state.
Discover the Roots of California With Livermore Wine History
Discover Livermore wine history and explore the California roots of Chardonnay and Cabernet at the historic Wente and Concannon vineyards.
Bay Area Best Restaurants with Farm-to-Table Dining Experiences
The Bay Area has long been at the forefront of the farm-to-table movement thanks to its proximity to world-class farms, dairies, and fisheries. Here, chefs forge close relationships with local growers. This ensures that their menus highlight the freshest, most sustainable ingredients each season has to offer. From intimate farm dinners to hyper-local tasting menus, […]