Just wanted to give these guys a huge shout out! Wow! So excited to try their vinegars and spices…read more From checking out their website their story is amazing. It's a husband and wife duo who are turning the vinegar industry upside down. They are carefully crafting the best juices, fermented vinegars and other products with sophistication and resourcefulness. I picked up the Black garlic Michelada mix, hibiscus vinegar, caramelized pineapple vinegar, and some seasoning

From the owner: We preserve in-season produce for out-of-season use and create quality gourmet pantry goods that…read morewill elevate every dish. No infusions or short-cuts, we're juicing, fermenting, & carefully making sure each product is delicious, sophisticated & unique. Learn more about what makes our gourmet pantry items so unique.

How good was my experience at Old World Meat Company? So good, I cried. I grew up eating Balkan…read morefood and my first bite of the cevap (minced meat sausage but there is no casing; just the meat hand-formed and grilled) tasted like "the olden days" and tears started flowing because of the happy memories and flavors it brought back. Bosko and his family own, operate, and create the menu at this restaurant and they are friendly and welcoming and passionate about the food and service they offer, and it felt like coming home. The Food: I had the Mixed Plate, which comes with grilled minced meat sausage, grilled pork shoulder and a side of coleslaw (prepared the Balkan way with oil and vinegar). I chose the Balkan toppings, so the meat was served on a naan type bread topped with the Balkan toppings which consists of white onions, kajmak (feta cheese/cream/butter spread), diced bell peppers, and ajvar (bell pepper and eggplant spread). The sausage is perfectly seasoned, the pork shoulder tender. A friend and I also shared a half-order of Balkan Fries with sausage topped with Balkan toppings. The combination of the fries, sausage and toppings is a tantalizing, mouth-watering marriage of flavors. Bosko brought a sample of the chicken since we hadn't ordered it and it was full of flavor and oh so tender. If you've never had Balkan food, you are in for a very delicious treat. The first time you eat here, I suggest you get the Mixed Plate with Balkan Toppings. Ask them to add a side of chicken to your plate so you can sample that too. I think you'll find you've died and gone to Balkan heaven. If you want to know what every person of Balkan heritage grew up eating, this is what we were eating. The Drink: They offer a good variety of beers on tap, both local brews and name-brand. Soft drinks and iced tea are self-serve. Nice. The Ambiance: The restaurant is located in an older, tiny little shopping mall almost at the end of East Valley Parkway. Bosko's father bought the building back in the 70s so this is a location that is near and dear to Bosko's heart. As you first walk up to the restaurant, the first thing you notice is the wonderful smell of the smoker filling the air with the unmistakable scent of good-meat-things-happening. Taste buds, get ready for a grand ride. There are picnic tables outside but it was a warm day and we wanted to sit inside. Inside you are greeted with a clean, open and welcoming space, newly decorated with bright white tile in the kitchen and service area, and rustic wood boards on the wall. Seating is at either picnic-style tables or taller tables with stools. Two TV sets were airing sports programs, adding to the relaxing atmosphere. The ceiling features open duct work that's shiny and new and there's corrugated metal sheet on the bottom half of the walls, which all together makes the place feel fresh and warm and comfortable. The menu is easy to read and straight-forward. While we were there, a softball team was hosting their end-of-year party. The place was full to the rafters but we never felt like it was too many people or too loud. Value: The prices are extremely reasonable. Let's just say my eyeballs didn't pop out of their sockets like they do at some restaurants. Everyone in my party was pleased with the portion sizes, and we all felt like we got more than what we paid for in terms of the quality of the food and the taste of the food. Catering: Bosko was telling us a little about how he came around to opening the restaurant and we learned that before this he did catering, serving whole roasted pig, lamb, sausages. He shared that they are going to cater for an event that will have 1,200 people!! The softball team I mentioned in "The Ambiance" section had their food catered in-house by Bosko. They had hero sandwiches which looked fresh and delicious and fully loaded with deli ham, turkey and toppings. These were served with fries and a green salad. Old World Meat Co also caters the traditional Balkan foods they serve at the restaurant, which would make any party a hit with guests. Bosko is passionate about his food and culture and is eager to share it with people, so if you have a party coming up, give Bosko a call and see what he can do for you. Take Some Home: You can purchase a package of frozen sausages to take home with you. I forgot to ask if they come pre-cooked or if you grill them yourself. But either way, they would be a great addition to any meal you serve at home. Final Thoughts: Do yourself a favor. Come and partake of this oh so delicious food and I think you will find yourself wanting to come back again and again. The food. The ambiance. The value. The nicest people you'll ever meet. Old World Meat Company is the whole package. A five-star experience for sure.

For the long weekend, I was looking for some BBQ places and stumbled upon this place!…read more Got the mixed plate Balkan style. The mixed plate had beef and pork sausages along with some pork shoulder served on a pita bread and coleslaw! What is Balkan style? Onions, Bell Peppers, Sweet Bell Pepper Spread, and Butter/Feta/Cream Cheese Spread. I thought it sounded interesting, so of course I had to try it! There was quite a bit of meat and definitely filled my tummy! It was so good! I would definitely recommend this place!

This farm is so beautiful! scenery wise and quality wise. They sell, seasonal produce and lots of…read morelocal business items like cheeses, sauces, jams, raw honey, nuts, and their fresh squeezed orange juice with seasonal produce mixed in the service feels very welcoming would come again anytime!

Food: Fresh seasonal produce + some gluten free treats…read more Service: Always friendly Ambiance: It's an outdoor fruit stand, free fresh air to enjoy and cute farm stand to behold Price: $$

Although this shop is in a small space it is mighty and filled with delicious jelly bears full of…read moreflavor that will delight your tastebuds! The owner was super friendly and informative. They offer tasting experiences once a month where they use the products in recipes and you can reserve a spot on their website. I have not been to one yet, but it seems like a great way to learn and taste more about the jellies, jams and marmalades. They use local fresh ingredients and the glass bear jars are adorable and would make a great gift or to keep for yourself. Highly recommend stopping by their storefront or ordering online if you are unable to make it from 9am-2pm Tuesday through Saturday and they do suggest to call ahead before you visit.

Adorable business, the bear jars are just perfect to gift!!! Kind employees, will return! Delicious…read morejellies and affordable, worth the slight detour.

It's really nice to have a local brew pub in Escondido! I've been multiple times and really like…read moreit. Very open concept that has a modern feel to it. There is a nice indoor/outdoor vibe as there are some really big glass garage type windows that open (or close). The service has always been very prompt and friendly. I keep going back to their pizza's as they are quite good. I also suggest checking the special of the day as they usually have some pretty cool ones. They also have beer! Quite a few to be honest and if you aren't sure they are great at helping you figure out what works for you. For good food served by nice people in a clean and modern environment, this is the place!

Something feels off here. The vibes in this place are weird and looking into the yelp page…read moreconfirmed my suspicion. First off, Im 100% sure the owner here uses ChatGPT to answer all negative yelp reviews. Any business owner worth their weight is able to think for themselves and use their brain to answer unless they're completely illiterate or too incompetent to think of a good response. Second off, are they even a brewery? I see cans and taps of their own beer, but looking into the business, I dont think they own a brewery at all. This is more along the lines of a taphouse/pub. THAT BEING SAID, the food is quite nice. I think the pizza is great and it feels like they make and roll their own dough which is respectable and ambitious for a random little spot like this. But It is quiet...too quiet. The beer tender would constantly hangout at the handicap table talking to any co-worker with free time on their hands for a long time. Seems like a cushy job honestly. I'm assuming they would hold conversation with customers, but unfortunately There were no customers... its a ghost town, and i left thinking, "This place is creepy." I'll just pick up and eat the pizza at home next time. I'm waiting to see what generic CHATGPT response the owner gives me.

Always so delicious! the dubai shake is my favorite ! staff are super friendly & efficient…read moreespecially Silvia ! she always has a smile on her face even when its busy she stays composed at all times !

quick stop with my mom and got some sweet treats! We didnt know what to get but the employee was…read morevery patient and helpful:) It def hit the sweet spot that we were looking for however it was a bit on the pricey side i feel like. the crepe had good flavor but was a bit chewy and it was kinda smaller than i expected very flat.

Was on a search for avocados and discovered them on Facebook marketplace. Great selection and…read moreprices. Owner was very friendly. A hidden gem, but not for long!

Ooooooo! So I was craving some fresh avocados and saw a little street sign on my way home and lo…read moreand behold, a farm stand!! Super stoked!! Ok ok, I know what you're going to say, how there's "fruit stand (West)" also down the street which I've been and continue to support but I've found that they only tend to have fruits/veggies when in season or not at all. Also- the West place is a bit too expensive for my taste so thus my excitement when I found this new little place! A couple of older Mexican women (maybe mom and daughter) were listening to the radio, giggling about what they were listening to, when I drove up. The younger of the women shared what they had for sale (also in season stuff) but I was only interested in the avocados. $5 a bag for smaller ones and $1 each for bigger avocados. Most were semi-ripe or hard so can last up to couple of weeks. I paid in cash- unsure they take cards. This looks like a family small owned business so my guess is cash only. But don't quote me on that. They also had fresh honey, cooked nopales in jars, dragon fruit, mangos, cherries and other stuff that I can't think of right now. Great prices! Organic? Probably not but all good with me! Not sure if this is connected to the nursery but it's in the same location. Go support local family farms!

While Aldi's isn't in my regular rotation for food shopping, there are things I buy yearly from…read moreAldi's- mostly holiday items. Aldi pumpkins are the most affordable around. I always end up buying 4 every year and they are literally half the price of any other store. They also have inflatable decorations on sale right around the holiday time. I've bought several over the years but the key is to go to the store on the first day of their weekly sales, otherwise you may be out of luck.

The good: I got strawberry fruit popsicles here, granola,…read moreand some Wicked Grove alcoholic ciders. The ciders were delicious and came with 4 flavors and weren't too sweet. I liked all 4 flavors and liked that you could buy them individually as well rather than in a variety pack in bulk. The store reminds me of Grocery Outlet because they have a random aisle of household goods that changes products frequently. The parking lot was spacious. Their prices are great. The bad: The granola had an old oil taste. It wasn't the first time that I felt like Aldi's nuts tasted a bit old. The interesting: This is my husband's favorite grocery store outside of Costco.

LOVE LOVE LOVE KENNEDYS!!!…read more Great quality. Great seasoning!!! So many options!!! Little pricey, but WORTH IT!!!

I have loved coming to Kennedys for years. My husband and I would make a stop whenever we happen to…read morebe nearby from San Diego. The tacos were perfection and the salsas/dips couldn't be beat! Staff always exceptionally friendly. Fast forward to this Saturday..taco was inedible. I had to forgo the tortilla and just eat the meat because the tortilla was nearly raw. My husband got a burrito which was good. 1 salsa for both items, so we asked for more salsa and got exactly one more haha. Not sure what changed but no longer worth the extra effort to stop by unfortunately.