Visited Ojai Olive Oil as part of our day trip from LA and really enjoyed the experience. Compared…read moreto another olive oil tasting we did in Paso Robles, this one felt a bit more fast-casual and relaxed--which honestly wasn't a bad thing at all. It gives you the freedom to taste everything at your own pace. You order the tasting first, then they give you a tray with delicious sourdough bread from a local bakery. The staff explained that the balsamic vinegars are imported, while all of their olive oils are produced in-house, except for the truffle oil since the local soil isn't suitable for growing truffles. After that, you head over to the tasting section where you can grab samplers of the olive oils and balsamic vinegars before finding a seat outside under the olive trees. The space itself is beautiful and peaceful. There were around 10 olive oils and 10 balsamic vinegars to try. My favorites were the TH (Tuscan Herbs) olive oil and the traditional balsamic. The flavored balsamics were interesting and fun to taste, though I still personally preferred the classic options. Overall, such a fun and worthwhile stop if you're in the Ojai area. Paid $20 for two people. Also, bonus points because they happily give extra sourdough bread if you need more :)

Found this place last-minute this weekend while my girlfriend and I were having a girls weekend and…read morestaying at Ojai Valley Inn. We wanted a fun activity and saw an Instagram video of the experience. Overall, the tasting was super fun! Got to mix/match diff oils and vinegars and play around with the options. Ended up buying two of our favorites. One thing to note - They used to have cute wood boards with clear markings of the different types of offerings so that you could keep track more easily and it sounds like from the attendant they are bringing those back again (by popular demand). It certainly would be more aesthetically pleasing than a black plastic cafeteria tray. The bread served on our particular day was also a bit too hard so the inside pieces would crumble a lot. We were able to ask for another piece so that we could use the sturdier outside areas and they were gracious with that. However, for $20 really can't complain! With a few minor updates to the board/bread, they could prob sell this experience for far more $ and get more visitors! :)

Ojai Roots is a lovely place off the beaten path. The back garden area is so quaint and the perfect…read morecozy place to relax with a glass of wine. Inside you'll find a small market with food, drinks and goods for sale. On the day of our visit they had a BBQ truck pop up, but otherwise you can find items like prepackaged sandwiches to enjoy. We grabbed a couple of glasses of crisp, chilled white wines and relaxed in the shade of the patio. The good vibes and tasty wines made this one of our favorite stops of the day.

This seems to be a family owned quaint and cute shop with a friendly staff. So many cute things to…read morebuy! There is outside seating a very small amount of bar seating inside. They have some tastings and it was interesting that 2/3 cabs were from Santa Barbara but one was from New York. They have ready to made sandwiches and salads in their fridge with fresh juices. We got some salami and a beet hummus. Apparently the beets are from their store's backyard? They grow their own vegetables which is cool. They have plenty of outside seating with shade and a fan. A nice location for relax and snack.

REAL chicken, three sizes, not cheap, worth every penny. Great flavor, texture, etc. (We roast it…read morew/ a lemon inside, EVERY Saturday) I went there recently for an open house. http://atpic.com/en/8208 I'm very glad to support a family farm, not an industrial protein factory. They have other flesh also. And they are all raised humanely. Hmmmmmm, since I was there, this has come about: http://www.unhealthyfamilyfarm.com/ Even while out there, I thought their operation was mighty small to be providing all those birds, eggs, beef, etc. It's a damn petting zoo for people like me who want to do right. I feel duped. It appears that Sharon Palmer is a criminal, and her latest scam is non-suspecting people who seek humane, healthy food. Funny, I have written a screenplay on just that topic. Now that I think about it, that was not many chickens for the amount of sales that HFF does each week. I wonder where I will get my chickens now. Update: 12/11 - we no longer give them our money. Haven't for a while now. And I still wonder where they get their birds.

Healthy Family Farms is the bomb. Absolutely the best chicken and eggs I have ever had. I've just…read moreplaced an order for some of their other products such as a lamb roast, lamb hearts, lamb liver and more chicken. For me, it's all about quality and I'm willing to splurge now and then from a source I trust completely. Highly recommend - the only drawback is that you can never go back to chicken from Whole Foods again. By the way, regarding the review from Chuck M - you have no idea what you are talking about. Sharon Palmer is one of the suppliers of the impeccably sourced food co-op Rawesome. James of Rawesome would never compromise on the quality of what he offers (or rather, offered. But rest assured, he will be back, setting some new legal precedents along the way and making it better for everyone who wants to the right to chose their own healthily sourced food).

Big fan of Rio Gozo…read more We joined the CSA a few seasons ago after hearing friends rave about them. I have really high standards and at first, I was a bit concerned about not directly choosing what is in my box (both content and quality) and having too much produce. My concerns faded within the first few weeks. The quality is superb - John and Elizabeth at Rio Gozo have high standards - and they grow beautiful, delicious varieties. The quantity is perfect for our family. When we've got a bit too much we just share with our friends and neighbors, or turn into rich soil amendment via compost. I love supporting local agriculture and being part of a rich community, but to be perfectly candid -- the biggest benefits to me are the time and money savings. I enjoy going to Farmers Market but I can't always get there -- and when I do, I often go overboard and spend a ton. Now I have a fridge full of fresh local organic produce in exchange for a very little amount of cash and time, and it's fun discovering new foods and varieties.

Tuesdays are "Ranchero John Day" at our house! We've been members of Rio Gozo since shortly after…read moreit started delivering to Ventura. We began by sharing a box with a friend. We soon found that we could use the entire box so committed to a year to have home delivery. The convenience of having it delivered at home has been great. It is not easy for us to make it out to the farmers markets that do have organic produce and we have been greatly disappointed by the absence of any organic produce at the Ventura Farmers Market downtown on Saturdays. Other reviews likely rave about the food itself -- so I will keep this part brief. It is fabulous. It is fresh, rich, and filled with flavor and nutrients. It is incredible to experience the different taste and texture of vegetables picked that morning. They have begun expanding by offering eggs and organic, fair trade coffee. Sometimes there are some fruits included in the haul. I look forward to them developing more organic fruit sources -- as we would love more fruit. One of our favorite aspects of Rio Gozo is that it is a calling for John and Elizabeth -- far from just an income. They truly want people to have a connection with their food source -- to know where their food comes from. And this means knowing both their farmers and the farm itself. We enjoy getting to see "Ranchero John" to talk food, farms, children and much more under the sun every week. Whenever we have a question during the week -- we hear back quickly from Elizabeth when we email. And without knowing your farmer -- how can you develop trust in the food source you are giving your family? I was concerned about lead and how it is outside the organic certification requirements. I talked with John about this and he noted that one can, of course, separately test the soil for lead. I asked if they'd done so -- and he assured me they had and that it was not a problem in their soil. If you don't trust your farmer, how can you trust your food is not lead-laden? They also want people to be able to know the farm itself. One can very happily be a CSA member, enjoy the delicious, fresh, organic produce, and no more. But if one is interested in more -- that is an option with Rio Gozo. They hold potlucks on the farm -- where you can walk around with your family (including your dog), meet other CSA members, others who coordinate with the farm (such as their egg vendor), family and friends of John and Elizabeth and more, not to mention that there is delicious, fresh, organic food. You feel as if they are truly opening their home to you. That is -- they live on the farm -- that's not all that common anymore. This is not some agri-tainment gig with caged animals taken out for a stroll for a fee. This is their home. When the gathering is around Thanksgiving, their visiting family is there to visit with you. When you need to use the restroom, it is in their home. When the sun goes down, the fires are lit outside and there is campfire music. If we want to visit the farm any other time -- we are always welcome. Recently, we were out when "Ranchero John" came by our home with the veggies. Our 3 year old was so sad to have missed him that we went to the farm the next afternoon. We did not have to make any special arrangements -- we just showed up and were welcomed. Our son loves walking around the farm -- seeing where his food comes from, pulling up a carrot fresh from the dirt, nipping off an edible flower from the arugula, getting his boots really muddy . . . . The connection our son has with the farm and farmers is such a gift to us -- from his understanding of food and its source to his sheer joy in touching and tasting at the farm. Our 9 month old daughter is just beginning to enjoy the weekly visits as well. We open up the cooler for her on the porch, she peers inside at all the veggies, and dives in. To feel that it is safe (and healthy, no less) for her to chew whatever she wishes to pick out, is such a joy for us (yes -- we watch for choking hazards). When there are flowers in the haul, we are not worried about the children touching the flowers (let alone taking a bite) for fear of pesticides that then go in their mouths when their hands inevitably enter their mouths. It's all available to them -- that's a wonderful, safe, feeling to give them. I highly recommend this CSA - it's the next best thing to your own (organic) family farm - without having to worry about Mother Nature.

We used tawni in march 2025 for my daughters birthday party…read more She was very responsive and answered all my 500 questions since I had never gotten ponies or an animal petting zoo. She assured me everything was set! LIt was. Her daughter came on time with assistants who helped our kids ride the ponies around our cul de sac. The petting zoo was super cute too. I really am glad we went with Tawni as we had zero issues. Thank you!!

We recently used Tawni's Ponies for my daughter's 6th birthday party and it was an absolute hit!…read moreTawni and her team arrived right on time with a fantastic assortment of friendly animals-- mini goats, chickens, ducks, a sheep and even a mini pony--that had all the kids giggling and engaged for hours. Everything was so well-organized, clean and safe, with the handlers patiently teaching the children how to interact gently with the animals. It turned our daughters birthday into a magical farm adventure she hasn't stopped talking about her new "furry friends." Tawni was professional and kind and went above and beyond to make the day special. If you're planning a kid's event, this is a must-- I highly recommend booking Tawni if you want to create unforgettable memories!

We arrived towards the end of the market as they were starting to pack up and put things away…read more Still there were plenty of vendors still there offering their goods but slowly shifting and packing up. It's located in a parking lot behind the main strip and in a residential area. All street parking but it tends to be pretty easy. There's a bakery vendors that I've had a few times but they do sell out quite fast. Their fresh baked bread and sweets are one not to be missed. This visit, they weren't there in their usual section so I assume they were pretty much sold out fast. Loads of fresh organic vendors with all their goods. As it was summer, there were so many vendors with amazing tomatoes. Heirlooms, grape tomatoes and so all. Everything all looked so fresh and I'm sure it was straight from the farm that morning. Also loads of other vendors selling their homemade goods, like soap to candles to everything in between. Majority of the vendors are fresh produce so you know you'll be picking up fresh farm products. Also fresh flowers are always a must when a visiting the farmers market. Can't forget the fresh berries and fruits. Doesn't scream summer without all the fresh berries straight of the plant. Regardless what you're looking for or not, I'm sure you'll always leave with plenty of fresh things at this market. Their items are always so fresh. A must whenever I'm Ojai. It's always on a Sunday morning.

First timer to this Farmers market. I usually go to the Oxnard Harbor one but it was nice to see…read morewhat Ojai has to offer. There were a lot of flower, veggies and fruit vendors. Prices are a bit more than Oxnard prices but I do think it's great to support local especially seeing the quality difference between local vendors and grocery stores. $13 for eggs still seems a bit steep for recovering from the egg hiked prices where they are now back to $6-7 in grocery stores. There was a vendor that sells sourdough breads and she was quite popular has she always had a line. Caroline's preservative jams are amazing in flavor and quality. I also appreciated that Centri Coffee was there so that I could buy some whole beans.

The Upper Ojai community has been cut off from Santa Paula and easy, quick access to Santa Paula…read moreand adjoining areas for the last 5 months. Hwy 150 was closed by a massive landslide in February. The Stagecoach Station Upper Ojai Market has stepped up as an even more important resource for the community. It is well stocked with basic needs for almost every need- kitchen, food, beverage, or repair.

Thank goodness for a store on the top of the hills of Ojai. It's warm up here most of the year…read more Maybe a couple restaurants near stagecoach store but that's it. The store carries your necessities for rest stopping at a touristy town. Has plenty of good refreshments and snacks. Employees are very helpful and friendly as well. Holds you over before stopping at Santa Paula too. Large parking lot. Thanks for being there for the community.