Just returned from a fantastic weekend in the Central Coast. Before I left, I requested help with a tentative and ambitious plan for chow and wine. Thank you to all the ‘Hounds who replied! The original thread: http (11 replies, last updated by geekyfoodie July 2, 2008)

with the Brewer-Clifton (do you see a pattern here?) Ashley’s, Santa Rita Hills Chardonnay and a glass of Sauternes to accompany my Foie Gras. The Sauternes showed up during our main course. Oh well, the B-C almost carried it,... (5 replies, last updated by thomtompkins November 23, 2007)

If you’re more familiar with East Coast fruit, Jim Clendenen of Au Bon Climat once described Calif. Central Coast (which includes the Santa Cruz Mountains) chardonnays as Long Island chard on steroids, referring to the... (54 replies, last updated by Chicago Mike November 11, 2006)

, with nutmeg, cream, lemon and some weight. Navarro Correas ‘Limited Release’ 2005 (Mendoza) Argentina $10.99 Good/Very Good Nicely lemony, with a good fruit-oak balance and a hint of Chardonnay plushness. Excellent... (15 replies, last updated by baseballfan March 8, 2007)

Living in San Luis Obispo County is great, but i can’t seem to find any place that serves phở. Anyone know anywhere to get a decent bowl on the central coast? I’m getting desperate – i’d go pretty much... (12 replies, last updated by deeznuts September 29, 2009)

of Central Coast farms. Most of the member farms are genrations-old with deep connections to the land and communities of the Central Coast, but there are also dedicated newcomers who have chosen the area to send their own roots... (8 replies, last updated by BeachGrub September 2, 2009)

Broadway Bagels, located on Grand Avenue in Arroyo Grande and in the Pacific Coast Plaza, at 101 and 4th St, next to Starbuck’s. Open daily till 5. Great bagels, fabulous bready flavor, and the seed toppings are generous and... (0 replies, last updated by toodie jane August 8, 2009)

I am heading up this weekend to the Central Coast. I really enjoy the Syrah from Andrew Murray especially the Savannah. I am looking for syrahs of this caliber on the roads on or near East Highway 246 and Santa Rosa Road near... (8 replies, last updated by ErikaK July 3, 2009)

SB, we will wind our way up the coast and then cut across to Paso Robles where we will spend the night. Dinner suggestion for Paso and something for lunch along the way. On Aug 1st, we head to Cambria and up through Big Sur and on... (3 replies, last updated by HTownCowboy July 8, 2009)

I saw berries being sold at the stand across Betteravia from Pappy’s at the 101/Betteravia interchange 2 weeks ago. Gold Coast, Darryl’s Berries, etc are still closed. That being said, the main season will start in... (3 replies, last updated by Bakersfield Hound January 10, 2009)

and tomorrow. I susbscribe to Calvin Trillin’s reminder about never eating above the ground floor or any place with a view (!) and I also understand that a lot of non-food-lovers visit the Central Coast year round, to say... (11 replies, last updated by Fine January 12, 2009)

on the Central Coast. San Luis Obispo What else have you all seen or heard? Spill the beans! (4 replies, last updated by toodie jane October 10, 2008)

Having been to SLO this last Monday and having grown up in the Central Coast area, I’m absolutely amazed at the quantity of eateries. There are almost too many downtown, in fact. Big Sky certainly gets a lot of mention... (17 replies, last updated by glbtrtr September 30, 2008)

serving Tday dinner are the resorts and chains. The town and coast areas are otherwise all rolled up for the day. The next day (Friday)is holiday shopping extravaganza day. Everything is open! (9 replies, last updated by JalamaMama July 15, 2008)

, but recent trips there have been a total dissapointment. Giant Grinders on Broad St, just about 5 blocks south of downtown, on Broad St, the main artery heading south to the SLO wine country in Edna Valley. In an old brick... (12 replies, last updated by toodie jane April 24, 2008)