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Based in San Luis Obispo County, San Luis Obispo Guide is a blog by Nick and Nicole Grant. Their blog explores SLO County through the eyes of two locals featuring images, information, and tips on their favorite experiences, places to eat and drink, and events.

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As part of our Feature Friday series, today we’re featuring local photographer @colors_by_cultura !

@colors_by_cultura is an incredibly talented photographer based right here on the central coast. He uses his Canon 6D, iPhone 12 Pro Max, and Mavic Mini 3 to capture stunning images and video of SLO County, the places he’s traveled throughout California, and across the US. For Moisés, “Photography is the story I fail to put into words”, and with each video and image he posts, we’re treated to yet another chapter.

We’ll be sharing more of Moisés’ work in the coming months, but in the meantime make sure to follow him so you don’t miss a single post!

📸 @colors_by_cultura ⬅️⬅️⬅️ follow him!!!

⭐ Feature Friday & Sunday Spotlight ⭐
Every week we feature two photographers who have taken exceptional pics of SLO County, and are always looking for more great images to share!

If you’d like us to consider your photo to feature as part of our series:
1️⃣ Tag us in the photo - OR -
2️⃣ Send us a DM

🙌 We’ll follow up if your photo is selected, and feature you in one of our upcoming posts

#colorsbycultura #morrobay #morrobayca #morrorock #landscapephotography #sanluisobispoguide

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As part of our Feature Friday series, today we’re featuring local photographer @colors_by_cultura ! @colors_by_cultura is an incredibly talented photographer based right here on the central coast. He uses his Canon 6D, iPhone 12 Pro Max, and Mavic Mini 3 to capture stunning images and video of SLO County, the places he’s traveled throughout California, and across the US. For Moisés, “Photography is the story I fail to put into words”, and with each video and image he posts, we’re treated to yet another chapter. We’ll be sharing more of Moisés’ work in the coming months, but in the meantime make sure to follow him so you don’t miss a single post! 📸 @colors_by_cultura ⬅️⬅️⬅️ follow him!!! ⭐ Feature Friday & Sunday Spotlight ⭐ Every week we feature two photographers who have taken exceptional pics of SLO County, and are always looking for more great images to share! If you’d like us to consider your photo to feature as part of our series: 1️⃣ Tag us in the photo - OR - 2️⃣ Send us a DM 🙌 We’ll follow up if your photo is selected, and feature you in one of our upcoming posts #colorsbycultura #morrobay #morrobayca #morrorock #landscapephotography #sanluisobispoguide

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🧀🦍 QUESADILLA GORILLA is open in a brand new location, and want you to come celebrate their big move! Originally located in the Creamery Marketplace, @quesadillagorilla has moved closer to Cal Poly in a brand new location on Foothill. Although the location is different, all the items we’ve come to love on their menu stayed the same: those deliciously unique quesadillas, salsas, and local beers on tap! And there’s a breakfast menu and late night deals in the works 😋 TODAY begins their Grand Opening festivities in their new location, so kick off your weekend the right way at Quesadilla Gorilla! 🥳 QUESADILLA GORILLA GRAND OPENING 🥳 🗓️ TODAY, February 7 🕚 Doors open at 11am 📍 NEW LOCATION: 790 Foothill Blvd, #140 🦍 First 50 people get a free dilla AND a free t-shirt! 🤑 $6 dillas all day long! 🏈 Can’t make it today? Don’t miss their Superbowl party on Sunday! 🧐 want to know more? Make sure to follow @quesadillagorilla 🦍 #quesadillagorilla #quesadillas #yumyumyum #sanluisobispo #sanluisobispoguide

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There are only a few days left until Esprit du Vin!

Every year the Wineries of 46 East gather under one roof for a night of wine, delicious food, and live music in celebration of their annual Esprit du Vin, or the “Spirit of Wine”. As a wine lover, it is an incredible event offering the opportunity to enjoy the wines you may know, and discover new favorites from the entire collective that makes up the Wineries of 46 East.

We have attended the event the past few years, and always have a great time. Not only do we enjoy sipping our way through the wines (and the food really is delicious), it’s wonderful to meet the real people behind the wineries and see why they’re excited about their wines. We’ll be back again this year, and hope to see you there!

🍷 2025 ESPRIT DU VIN 🍷

Saturday, February 1
6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Riboli Family Event Center
2017 Wisteria Lane, Paso Robles, CA 93446

🧐 Looking for more information about the event? Make sure to check @wineriesof46east , and use the link in their bio to get your tickets

📽️ @wineriesof46east

#espritduvin #spiritofwine #pasorobleswinecountry #wineriesof46east #sanluisobispoguide

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There are only a few days left until Esprit du Vin! Every year the Wineries of 46 East gather under one roof for a night of wine, delicious food, and live music in celebration of their annual Esprit du Vin, or the “Spirit of Wine”. As a wine lover, it is an incredible event offering the opportunity to enjoy the wines you may know, and discover new favorites from the entire collective that makes up the Wineries of 46 East. We have attended the event the past few years, and always have a great time. Not only do we enjoy sipping our way through the wines (and the food really is delicious), it’s wonderful to meet the real people behind the wineries and see why they’re excited about their wines. We’ll be back again this year, and hope to see you there! 🍷 2025 ESPRIT DU VIN 🍷 Saturday, February 1 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Riboli Family Event Center 2017 Wisteria Lane, Paso Robles, CA 93446 🧐 Looking for more information about the event? Make sure to check @wineriesof46east , and use the link in their bio to get your tickets 📽️ @wineriesof46east #espritduvin #spiritofwine #pasorobleswinecountry #wineriesof46east #sanluisobispoguide

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As part of our Feature Friday series, today we’re featuring local photographer @colors_by_cultura !

@colors_by_cultura is an incredibly talented photographer whose feed is full of gorgeous images from his travels throughout California and beyond, including many right here in SLO County.

We’ll be sharing more of Cultura’s work in the coming months, but in the meantime make sure to follow him so you don’t miss any incredible images!

📸 @colors_by_cultura ⬅️⬅️⬅️ follow him!!!

⭐ Feature Friday & Sunday Spotlight ⭐
Every week we feature two photographers who have taken exceptional pics of SLO County, and are always looking for more great images to share!

If you’d like us to consider your photo to feature as part of our series:
1️⃣ Tag us in the photo - OR -
2️⃣ Send us a DM

🙌 We’ll follow up if your photo is selected, and feature you in one of our upcoming posts

#colorsbycultura #morrobay #morrobayca #morrorock #sunset #sunsetphotography #landscapephotography #sanluisobispoguide

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As part of our Feature Friday series, today we’re featuring local photographer @colors_by_cultura ! @colors_by_cultura is an incredibly talented photographer whose feed is full of gorgeous images from his travels throughout California and beyond, including many right here in SLO County. We’ll be sharing more of Cultura’s work in the coming months, but in the meantime make sure to follow him so you don’t miss any incredible images! 📸 @colors_by_cultura ⬅️⬅️⬅️ follow him!!! ⭐ Feature Friday & Sunday Spotlight ⭐ Every week we feature two photographers who have taken exceptional pics of SLO County, and are always looking for more great images to share! If you’d like us to consider your photo to feature as part of our series: 1️⃣ Tag us in the photo - OR - 2️⃣ Send us a DM 🙌 We’ll follow up if your photo is selected, and feature you in one of our upcoming posts #colorsbycultura #morrobay #morrobayca #morrorock #sunset #sunsetphotography #landscapephotography #sanluisobispoguide

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🛑 CONTEST CLOSED 🛑

🥳 congratulations @maidpt_ventures ! You are the winner of 2 tickets to @halterranch Silver Soirée!

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Halter Ranch is turning 25 this year, and you can win 2 tickets to their Silver Soireé on January 31st to celebrate!

✨ HOW TO ENTER ✨

1️⃣ Follow @sanluisobispoguide
2️⃣ Follow @halterranch
3️⃣ Tag a friend who should know about this event

👉 Multiple entries OK by tagging a different friend in each comment
📱 5 extra entries if you share to your stories!

⏰ Enter by midnight Sunday, January 19 for your chance to win!

🥳 Winner will be announced Monday, January 20

‼️ Only @sanluisobispoguide will follow up with you about this giveaway. Any other account is SPAM!

🍷 ABOUT THE EVENT 🍷

Join Halter Ranch in celebrating 25 years as Winemaker, Kevin Sass, dips into the library reserves to curate the perfect immersive tasting event. The Silver Soireé will be an evening of wine and delicious bites featuring library and the release of a few new limited productions. The experience also includes a walk through the production facility and cave system. Halter Ranch invites you to sip and relax, mingle with friends and make new ones at the tasting room!

January 31, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Halter Ranch
8910 Adelaida Rd
Paso Robles, CA 93446

🧐 Looking for more information? Make sure to visit @halterranch, and use the link in their bio to learn more about the winery and this incredible event!

#halterranch #sanluisobispoguide #pasorobleswinecountry #silversoiree #happy25anniversary

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🛑 CONTEST CLOSED 🛑 🥳 congratulations @maidpt_ventures ! You are the winner of 2 tickets to @halterranch Silver Soirée! ……………………………………………………… Halter Ranch is turning 25 this year, and you can win 2 tickets to their Silver Soireé on January 31st to celebrate! ✨ HOW TO ENTER ✨ 1️⃣ Follow @sanluisobispoguide 2️⃣ Follow @halterranch 3️⃣ Tag a friend who should know about this event 👉 Multiple entries OK by tagging a different friend in each comment 📱 5 extra entries if you share to your stories! ⏰ Enter by midnight Sunday, January 19 for your chance to win! 🥳 Winner will be announced Monday, January 20 ‼️ Only @sanluisobispoguide will follow up with you about this giveaway. Any other account is SPAM! 🍷 ABOUT THE EVENT 🍷 Join Halter Ranch in celebrating 25 years as Winemaker, Kevin Sass, dips into the library reserves to curate the perfect immersive tasting event. The Silver Soireé will be an evening of wine and delicious bites featuring library and the release of a few new limited productions. The experience also includes a walk through the production facility and cave system. Halter Ranch invites you to sip and relax, mingle with friends and make new ones at the tasting room! January 31, 2025 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Halter Ranch 8910 Adelaida Rd Paso Robles, CA 93446 🧐 Looking for more information? Make sure to visit @halterranch, and use the link in their bio to learn more about the winery and this incredible event! #halterranch #sanluisobispoguide #pasorobleswinecountry #silversoiree #happy25anniversary

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Our December Newsletter is out now! ❄️

As the year draws to a close, December invites us to pause and reflect. It’s a time to celebrate the experiences that brought us joy, the places that left us inspired, and the moments that connected us to the beauty of San Luis Obispo County.

This month, we’ve curated a special edition of the newsletter to highlight some of our favorite hikes, wineries, and restaurants from 2024—a showcase of what makes SLO County truly unforgettable. To help you savor the season, local chef Candice Custodio shares an exclusive recipe perfect for holiday gatherings. And because December wouldn’t be complete without twinkling lights, we’ve rounded up three magical ways to see holiday displays that are sure to brighten your evenings.

As you reflect on your own adventures from the past year and dream of those still to come, let this edition inspire new discoveries and treasured traditions. From all of us at San Luis Obispo Guide, we wish you a joyful and peaceful holiday season. 🌟

🥾 Hikes of the Year 🥾
Bog Thistle - Irish Hills
Black Hill via Exercise Trail
Moonstone Beach Boardwalk
Lagoon Trail

🍽️ Restaurants of the Year 🍽️
@lunadagardenbistro
@mirazurrestaurant
@the_porch.sm
@pismofishandchips

🍷 Wineries of the Year 🍷
@castorocellars
@cass_winery
@rasmussenvineyardsandwinery
@daouvineyards

🔪 Chef’s Corner with @chefcandice 🔪
Spiced Pear Pancakes

✨ Special Events Spotlight ✨
@cambriachristmasmarket
Nature Nights at @slobotanical
Christmas at the Ranch at @santa.margarita.ranch

And so much more!

💌 Subscribe to our monthly newsletter by clicking the link in our bio, and never miss out on all the ways we love SLO County

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Our December Newsletter is out now! ❄️ As the year draws to a close, December invites us to pause and reflect. It’s a time to celebrate the experiences that brought us joy, the places that left us inspired, and the moments that connected us to the beauty of San Luis Obispo County. This month, we’ve curated a special edition of the newsletter to highlight some of our favorite hikes, wineries, and restaurants from 2024—a showcase of what makes SLO County truly unforgettable. To help you savor the season, local chef Candice Custodio shares an exclusive recipe perfect for holiday gatherings. And because December wouldn’t be complete without twinkling lights, we’ve rounded up three magical ways to see holiday displays that are sure to brighten your evenings. As you reflect on your own adventures from the past year and dream of those still to come, let this edition inspire new discoveries and treasured traditions. From all of us at San Luis Obispo Guide, we wish you a joyful and peaceful holiday season. 🌟 🥾 Hikes of the Year 🥾 Bog Thistle - Irish Hills Black Hill via Exercise Trail Moonstone Beach Boardwalk Lagoon Trail 🍽️ Restaurants of the Year 🍽️ @lunadagardenbistro @mirazurrestaurant @the_porch.sm @pismofishandchips 🍷 Wineries of the Year 🍷 @castorocellars @cass_winery @rasmussenvineyardsandwinery @daouvineyards 🔪 Chef’s Corner with @chefcandice 🔪 Spiced Pear Pancakes ✨ Special Events Spotlight ✨ @cambriachristmasmarket Nature Nights at @slobotanical Christmas at the Ranch at @santa.margarita.ranch And so much more! 💌 Subscribe to our monthly newsletter by clicking the link in our bio, and never miss out on all the ways we love SLO County #monthlynewsletter #sanluisobispoguide

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Did you know you can ride an authentic steam train to see holiday lights right here in Santa Margarita?

Christmas at the Ranch in Santa Margarita is the newest holiday tradition for the whole family! You’ll get to ride an authentic steam train from Santa Margarita Ranch to Santa’s Village, and see fun and unique displays along the ride. Once at Santa’s Village, you’ll find food and drinks, games, a marketplace full of local vendors, pony rides, and of course SANTA!

We were invited to Christmas at the Ranch last weekend, and it was such an amazing experience. The train ride is such a unique, fun way to see holiday lights, and the displays were incredible. The fun didn’t stop there with the opportunity to eat some yummy food, make s’mores by the firepit, indulge in some adult beverages, and get a picture of our little one with Santa!

To learn more about Christmas at the Ranch check out the details below, and make sure to follow @santa.margarita.ranch for even more info and to get your tickets!

✨ WHEN & WHERE ✨

November 29 – December 22

Santa Margarita Ranch
9000 Yerba Buena Ave
Santa Margarita, CA 93453

✨WHAT TO EXPECT ✨

🚂 A 2-mile ride on a real steam train with exciting, unique displays along the route
🍽️ Food Vendors
♟️ Giant Board Games
🐴 Pony Rides
🛤️ An old handcar to experience riding the rails the old way!
🪄 A magic show
🛍️ Vendor Marketplace
🎅 The chance to meet Santa and write him a letter!

✨ TIPS FOR YOUR VISIT ✨
- Plan to spend 1 – 2 hours at the ranch. This gives you plenty of time for your train ride, food, drinks, games, and Santa!
- It gets cold at night, so make sure to wear a jacket.
- Santa Margarita Ranch is a working farm, so wear warm closed-toed shoes.
- After your train ride, make sure to stick around and explore Santa’s Village where you can meet Santa and write him a letter!

🧐 Still have questions, or ready to get your tickets? Use the link in @santa.margarita.ranch’s bio!

#christmasattheranch #santamargarita #trainrides #christmaslights #sanluisobispoguide

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Did you know you can ride an authentic steam train to see holiday lights right here in Santa Margarita? Christmas at the Ranch in Santa Margarita is the newest holiday tradition for the whole family! You’ll get to ride an authentic steam train from Santa Margarita Ranch to Santa’s Village, and see fun and unique displays along the ride. Once at Santa’s Village, you’ll find food and drinks, games, a marketplace full of local vendors, pony rides, and of course SANTA! We were invited to Christmas at the Ranch last weekend, and it was such an amazing experience. The train ride is such a unique, fun way to see holiday lights, and the displays were incredible. The fun didn’t stop there with the opportunity to eat some yummy food, make s’mores by the firepit, indulge in some adult beverages, and get a picture of our little one with Santa! To learn more about Christmas at the Ranch check out the details below, and make sure to follow @santa.margarita.ranch for even more info and to get your tickets! ✨ WHEN & WHERE ✨ November 29 – December 22 Santa Margarita Ranch 9000 Yerba Buena Ave Santa Margarita, CA 93453 ✨WHAT TO EXPECT ✨ 🚂 A 2-mile ride on a real steam train with exciting, unique displays along the route 🍽️ Food Vendors ♟️ Giant Board Games 🐴 Pony Rides 🛤️ An old handcar to experience riding the rails the old way! 🪄 A magic show 🛍️ Vendor Marketplace 🎅 The chance to meet Santa and write him a letter! ✨ TIPS FOR YOUR VISIT ✨ - Plan to spend 1 – 2 hours at the ranch. This gives you plenty of time for your train ride, food, drinks, games, and Santa! - It gets cold at night, so make sure to wear a jacket. - Santa Margarita Ranch is a working farm, so wear warm closed-toed shoes. - After your train ride, make sure to stick around and explore Santa’s Village where you can meet Santa and write him a letter! 🧐 Still have questions, or ready to get your tickets? Use the link in @santa.margarita.ranch’s bio! #christmasattheranch #santamargarita #trainrides #christmaslights #sanluisobispoguide

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This week’s Sunday Spotlight photographer is @dylankyleimages!

Dylan Kyle is an incredibly talented professional photographer based right here in SLO that specializes in weddings, families, portraits, and landscape photography.

His personal feed is full of breathtaking landscape images from the adventures he’s been on around SLO County and beyond, and you can see more of his portfolio of wedding, family, and portrait photography at @dylankylephotography.

To learn more about Dylan make sure to check out both profiles, or visit his website (link in both bios) to see even more of his work. We’ll be sharing more of Dylan’s images in the coming months, but in the meantime make sure to follow both of his accounts so you don’t miss another amazing shot!

📸 @dylankyleimages & @dylankylephotography 🔥🔥🔥 follow him!!!

⭐ Feature Friday & Sunday Spotlight ⭐
Every week we feature two photographers who have taken exceptional pics of SLO County, and are always looking for more great images to share!

If you’d like us to consider your photo to feature as part of our series:
1️⃣ Tag us in the photo - OR -
2️⃣ Send us a DM

🙌 We’ll follow up if your photo is selected, and feature you in one of our upcoming posts

#dylankylephotography #dylankyleimages #sunsetphotography #cayucos #cayucosca #sanluisobispoguide

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This week’s Sunday Spotlight photographer is @dylankyleimages! Dylan Kyle is an incredibly talented professional photographer based right here in SLO that specializes in weddings, families, portraits, and landscape photography. His personal feed is full of breathtaking landscape images from the adventures he’s been on around SLO County and beyond, and you can see more of his portfolio of wedding, family, and portrait photography at @dylankylephotography. To learn more about Dylan make sure to check out both profiles, or visit his website (link in both bios) to see even more of his work. We’ll be sharing more of Dylan’s images in the coming months, but in the meantime make sure to follow both of his accounts so you don’t miss another amazing shot! 📸 @dylankyleimages & @dylankylephotography 🔥🔥🔥 follow him!!! ⭐ Feature Friday & Sunday Spotlight ⭐ Every week we feature two photographers who have taken exceptional pics of SLO County, and are always looking for more great images to share! If you’d like us to consider your photo to feature as part of our series: 1️⃣ Tag us in the photo - OR - 2️⃣ Send us a DM 🙌 We’ll follow up if your photo is selected, and feature you in one of our upcoming posts #dylankylephotography #dylankyleimages #sunsetphotography #cayucos #cayucosca #sanluisobispoguide

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Looking for another way to see holiday lights? Check out Nature Nights at SLO Botanical Garden!

Now in their third year, Nature Nights at @slobotanical is an immersive outdoor holiday, light, art, and music experience that features exhibitions throughout their eight acres of gardens.

In addition to the incredible light displays, this year guests will also get to experience:
✨ new and updated displays across the gardens
🎶 live music on two stages
🍽️ food vendors & drink options
🛍️ an artist marketplace
🔥 a fire pit (where you can make s’mores!!)
🎅 and a few visits from Santa!

We were thankful to be invited back to Nature Nights this year, and it was such an elevated experience. The new light displays and artwork set in nature are truly stunning, the food and drink options were delicious, and getting to make s’mores at their fire pit while listening to live music was the perfect way to end the night.

🎟️ Nature Nights is already open to the public, and tickets are going fast! To get yours and learn more make sure to check out @slobotanical, and use the link in their bio to get your tickets today!

#naturenights #slobotanicalgarden #sanluisobispobotanicalgarden #lightsatnight #holidaylights #sanluisobispoguide

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Looking for another way to see holiday lights? Check out Nature Nights at SLO Botanical Garden! Now in their third year, Nature Nights at @slobotanical is an immersive outdoor holiday, light, art, and music experience that features exhibitions throughout their eight acres of gardens. In addition to the incredible light displays, this year guests will also get to experience: ✨ new and updated displays across the gardens 🎶 live music on two stages 🍽️ food vendors & drink options 🛍️ an artist marketplace 🔥 a fire pit (where you can make s’mores!!) 🎅 and a few visits from Santa! We were thankful to be invited back to Nature Nights this year, and it was such an elevated experience. The new light displays and artwork set in nature are truly stunning, the food and drink options were delicious, and getting to make s’mores at their fire pit while listening to live music was the perfect way to end the night. 🎟️ Nature Nights is already open to the public, and tickets are going fast! To get yours and learn more make sure to check out @slobotanical, and use the link in their bio to get your tickets today! #naturenights #slobotanicalgarden #sanluisobispobotanicalgarden #lightsatnight #holidaylights #sanluisobispoguide

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