Sunset Magazine Celebration Weekend

Last weekend Sunset Magazine hosted it's annual Celebration Weekend. Purnima and Crystal were volunteering so a few of us decided to check it out. Unfortunately I was too occupied with wine tasting and eating to take any photos. Sorry Barbara, Alian, Mary, Chris, Baby Iris (sleeping beauty!), Dawn, Dawn's Brian, and my Brian...next time I'll be a better photographer.

Sunset Celebration attendees received a free year's subscription to Sunset Magazine (Mom, if you're reading this, we had two tickets so you'll be getting a free subscription!) In addition to that cool perk, we enjoyed visiting the Artisan Cheese tastings and Wine Region tastings. Cheeses from two of our favorites were there: Cowgirl Creamery and Harley Farms. Wine Associations from Santa Barbara, Paso Robles, Santa Cruz, Alexander Valley, Oregon, and Washington were representing (and pouring) various wines from their regions. Needless to say, within an hour's time, we were full of delicious cheeses and fabulous wines. Ahhh, perfect! One of the Washington wineries represented is called Sheridan so Jill, if you're reading this, that picture is for you. :-)

As the day went on, we strolled around the booths admiring all of the companies, organizations, and vendors and their offerings. Inspired by these tomato boxes (see picture), we hope to replicate them one day (hint, hint Papa McCormick, bring your tools next time you visit!).

There were so many things to do and see that we'll have to come back next year. Yay! Can't wait!