Taste classic regional barbeque at Alisal Ranch during its famed “BBQ Bootcamp.” Held twice a year, the BBQ Bootcamp is a complete weekend of hands-on workshops, panels, and meal tastings. Guests will have the unique opportunity to learn about the region’s iconic Santa Maria-style grilling techniques along with local wine and beer tastings, in-depth workshops with each of the guest chefs, and more.

Participate in one of the resort’s famous California Ranch Cookouts, which captures the essence of California cuisine with the depth of flavor and heartiness of Western ranch cooking. These dinners take place on the Rodeo Arena and the Oval Lawn, which are two uniquely spacious al fresco dining spaces that provide for some stunning wide-open backdrops.

Savor a menu that showcases the freshest ingredients from local farms and ranches at the historic Ranch Room. Originally opened at the resort in 1946, it’s been a tradition for patrons to “dress up” whenever they dine inside this famous dining establishment. Other fantastic restaurants located on-site include The Chuckwagon Grill & Waggin’ Tongue Bar, The Grill at Alisal River Course, The Ranch Course Grill & Golf Course, and The Oak Room (for drinks).

Sample some of the best wines in Santa Barbara County. The Santa Ynez Valley in particular is one of just a handful of distinct American Viticultural Areas, within which more than 50 different kinds of varietals thrive in the local climate. As such, the region is host to well over 100 wineries, with some of the best concentrated along the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail, as well as towns like Buellton, Lompoc, and of course, Solvang.