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December 5, 2023
Community, Featured, Winter 2023 - Issue 42

Food for Thought: Winter 2023

There’s been renewed discussion, lately, about tipping. What’s appropriate? Who deserves it? What purchases require a tip?

Wild Child Creamery Robin Osborn
December 1, 2023
Community, Winter 2023 - Issue 42

Perspective: It’s Okay to Quit

In early April, Robin Osgood, then co-owner of Wild Child Creamery, opened up to the world in a sentimental post on Instagram to share that her once thriving business was closing. ...

Hector Chavez of Ikeda Farms stands in the field.
November 28, 2023
Community, Winter 2023 - Issue 42

The Hands that Feed Us: Ikeda Brothers

Farmworkers are overwhelmingly immigrants with Latino backgrounds and this Edible story shares the firsthand account of one San Luis Obispo County farmworker.

November 3, 2023
Community, Eat, Events and Partnerships, Featured

Edible SLO ‘Immigrant Dinner Series’ Shares Culture, Treats Tastebuds

Food gives us a remarkable opportunity to connect and learn about different cultures. These shared meals are the inspiration behind Edible San Luis Obispo’s Immigrant Dinner Seri...

Garagiste Festival 1
October 14, 2023
Community, Eat, Featured

How Did the Garagiste Festival Turn Ultra-Premium Micro-Wineries into the Best Bargain in the Wine World?

Twelve years ago, when music industry veteran Doug Minnick and actor Stewart McLennan met, they were each making wine from Paso Robles grapes, following their passion for crafting ...

October 2, 2023
Community, Events and Partnerships, Featured

Tinned Fish & Rosé Highlights ‘Single Ingredient Dinner’ Series

When we first started telling people we wanted to have a ‘tinned fish’ dinner, the reactions were either very skeptical, or very enthusiastic ‘I LOVE TINNED FISH!’ replies ...

Dream Big Darling
August 31, 2023
Community, Fall 2023 - Issue 41, Featured

Dream Big Darling

Nonprofit inspires women in the beverage industry to find their voices, become leaders.

J. Lohr Sweepstakes
August 29, 2023
Community, Featured

Win an expenses paid trip to wine country

J. Lohr invites people to enter to win an unforgettable trip for two, complete with airfare, hotel accommodations, and a $500 gift card in spending money.

August 20, 2023
Community, Featured

Community Raises $117,500 for Central Coast Family Who Lost 2 Restaurants In Maui Fires

The owners of Cool Cat Cafe, with locations in San Luis Obispo, Pismo Beach, lost two restaurants in Maui fires that ripped through Lahaina on Aug. 8. and have since seen an outpou...

Rêves de Moutons
July 7, 2023
Community, Featured

Open Farm Days Adds Shepard to Chef Event

Open Farm Days is a self-guided journey of over 20 farms and ranches throughout San Luis Obispo County, many of which are not generally open to the public.

June 29, 2023
Community, Events and Partnerships

Immigrant Dinner Series Returns to San Luis Obispo County Kitchens

An opportunity to connect and learn about different cultures through a shared meal is the inspiration behind Edible San Luis Obispo’s Immigrant Dinner Series. For the second year...

June 27, 2023
Community, Drink, Featured

Local Brews Shine at the 2023 Firestone Walker Invitational

The 2023 Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Festival (FWIBF) unfolded in fine fashion, with a stellar schedule, sold-out crowds, and perfect Paso Robles spring weather.

June 9, 2023
Community

Paso Robles Winery Celebrates Big Win at International Wine Competition

Brecon Estate's Albariño received “Best of Show” at the 2023 Sunset International Wine Competition.

Edible SLO The Real Food Collaborative
June 1, 2023
Community, Food, Summer 2023 - Issue 40

A Collective Effort

What started in 2016 as a group of passionate and dedicated friends at Cal Poly with a small but mighty mission to advance sustainable farming practices has been carried on over th...

June 1, 2023
Community, Drink, Featured, Food, Summer 2023 - Issue 40

Regenerative Agriculture: Big Words, Simple Concepts

Mention of the term “regenerative agriculture” is often met with a blank stare. But the idea behind these unwieldy buzz words is very straightforward: it’s a method of farmin...

June 1, 2023
Community, Featured, Food, Summer 2023 - Issue 40

Full Circle: The Power of SLO Co. Food Co-Ops

How the SLO and Paso Food Co-ops close the loop between producer and consumer.

June 1, 2023
Community, Featured, Summer 2023 - Issue 40

It Takes Two to Tango: Dinner & Dance

Dance company partners with SLO Public Market businesses to present unforgettable date nights.

May 2, 2023
Community, Featured

Singaporean, Argentine And Ethiopian Dinners Featured ‘Use My Kitchen, Tell Your Story’ 2023 Dinner Series

Edible Magazine San Luis Obispo announced the headliners for the 2023 ‘Use My Kitchen, Tell Your Story’ dinner series, in partnership with Travel Paso. In this series of meals,...

Alisal Ranch Grilling Up
April 20, 2023
Community, Eat, Featured

BBQ Bootcamp at Alisal Ranch

Using Dungeness crab caught in Morro Bay and shrimp from Santa Monica Seafood, a southern California chef who had worked under the famed Wolgang Puck some years ago demonstrated fo...

April 4, 2023
Community, Eat, Events and Partnerships

Single Ingredient Dinner Series – Carrots

Creative San Luis Obispo County chefs develop stunning menu around one highlighted ingredient.

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    🌊 @edibleslo summer issue has arrived! 🌞 

➡️ From our editor Aja Goare “In this issue we take a deep dive into water conservation efforts of our county where we’ve been, and where we’re headed.” 

🙂So whether you get yours delivered straight to your mailbox or you pick yours up at a location up and down the coast, we hope you enjoy this these stories.

Managing Editor: @ajabgoare 
Cover Image: @allmystarsphoto 
Cover Styling: @jennajohartzell 

@edible.communities #foodmagazine #centralcoast #sanluisobispo #foodie #california #goodeats #pasorobles #arroyogrande #pismobeach #morrobay #cayucos
    🐓🌾 Get ready for a weekend full of moo-velou 🐓🌾 Get ready for a weekend full of moo-velous memories! Open Farm Days is back and better than ever!

🎉 June 20–22, @farmsteaded is celebrating the 5th Annual Open Farm Days along the SLO County Farm Trail — and it’s a weekend the whole family will love!

🚜 Meet adorable animals 🐐
🌱 Explore real working farms
🍯 Taste fresh goodies
🧀 Watch cool demos
👩‍🌾 And get your hands dirty (in the best way)!

Many farms are opening their gates just for this, so you won’t want to miss out.

🎟️ Tickets are live now – hit the link in bio and start planning your farm-filled adventure!

Let’s make some farm-tastic memories together! 🌻🐖💚 #OpenFarmDays #FamilyFunOnTheFarm #SLOCountyFarmTrail”
    🎉 SUMMER PARTY ALERT! 🎉 In celebration of E 🎉 SUMMER PARTY ALERT! 🎉

In celebration of Edible Magazine’s summer issue release, join us for a party at Ethiopian eatery Ebony (@ebony_slo) in downtown San Luis Obispo, presented by Harvey & Harriet Wine (@harveyandharrietwine)! Special thanks to Sauce Baby (@heysaucebaby) as well for special gifts for attendees. 

🥂Let’s toast to all who helped get this magazine on stands and in our hands, from the editorial contributors to our advertisers; from subjects in the features to our digital team, and of course Edible Magazine readers, who give us a reason to keep doing what we do. Enjoy Ethiopian bites, drinks, and opportunities to connect with the bright minds featured in this issue. 

Get a first look at this ‘Water’ issue, as we explore this vital substance that brings sustenance to our community, and be a part of this moment of camaraderie and commemoration.

The fête will be held at: 
📍Ebony, 778 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo
📅 Tuesday, June 3, 2025
⏰ 5–7 PM

So come celebrate with us! These parties bring together chefs, farmers, winemakers, business owners, foodies, and anyone who loves our local food and drink culture!

➡️ Get your tickets on edibleslo.com (link in bio)
    🔥 Stirring the Pot never tasted so good! 🔥 🔥 Stirring the Pot never tasted so good! 🔥

In our latest issue of edible SLO, we dive into the bold, soulful flavors of Bon Temps—San Luis Obispo’s Cajun and Creole gem. From gumbo to grits, this spot is serving up Southern comfort with serious heart. 💥🍤🌶️

Meet the people, hear the stories, and feel the spice behind the food that’s shaking up the Central Coast.

➡️ EXCERPT:
“Founded in 1995, Bon Temps Creole Café offers the Cajun Creole cuisine that’s essential to Mardi Gras. ‘Cajun food is an exciting cuisine for me. It’s French cooking, basically, but with a lot more spice and pizzazz,’ says Owner Phil Lang.”

📖 Read “Stirring the Pot” in the Spring ‘25 issue now!

Words: Jonathan LaFerrera
Pictures: @sarahkathleenphoto
Design: @stephenheraldo
    🍓 From two boxes of squash in 1988 to a thrivin 🍓 From two boxes of squash in 1988 to a thriving, multi-generational family farm—Bautista Family Farms has spent nearly 40 years growing fresh, high-quality produce for the local community. What started with Apolonia and Manuel has now been passed to the next generation, continuing a legacy of care, flavor, and family. 🌱🍅

➡️ Excerpt from “Farming for the Future”
“Early one morning in 1988, Apolonia and Manuel Bautista took their produce to the local farmers’ market for the first time. With two boxes of their best squash in tow, they set up for what they did not yet know would be the start of nearly 40 years of market sales. 

When the squash sold out, they began selling cherry tomatoes, which also sold out. The Bautistas added to their rotating rainbow smorgasbord peas, green beans, carrots, golden beets, chard, salad mix, cucumbers, blackberries and herbs. Today, Bautista Family Farms produce is widely known around the county for the freshest, high quality and reasonably priced ingredients possible. 

As Manuel and Apolonia’s family expanded, so did their land; 20 acres became 40 and their business grew, as a result. Over the past decade, the family farm has entered a new era. Manuel and Apolonia are now grandparents and have slowly handed over their operation, experience and management to their son, Jacinto, who has a young family of his own.”

Words: @zoeelliottfood 
Images: @slotography 
Design: @stephenheraldo
    It’s taken dozens of hands, countless hours, and It’s taken dozens of hands, countless hours, and more rounds of editing, illustrating, photographing, and proofing than we care to remember to bring this Etto Pasta Cookbook to life. Recipes were added, cut, reworked. Pages were styled, shot, redrawn, revised. Mockups were printed—then reprinted—then re-reprinted (yes, really) until every detail felt just right. We even held the final print run to tweak the shade of the cover embossing. That’s how much love went into this. 💕 

Thank you @ettopastificio for allowing Edible to publish this special book, to help share your stories and bring these recipes into home kitchens, and for caring so much about every detail along with us. 
 
It’s almost here. The cookbooks are printed, shrink-wrapped, and officially en route. If all goes to plan, these beauties will arrive on doorsteps at the end of the month. 💌 If you’d like one delivered straight to your door, you can pre-order on the Etto website or on our link in bio.
 
We can’t wait for you all to hold this one in your hands. #cookbooklove #printisnotdead #comingsoon

📸 by: @fusillofoto

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