I don't usually take the time to write reviews, but this experience truly deserves it. Every time…read morewe visit Calivirgin Winery in Lodi, we always hope Rachelle is there--and that alone says a lot. She has a way of making each visit feel special without trying too hard. She's welcoming, genuine, and incredibly knowledgeable, but never overwhelming. Instead, she creates a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere that makes you want to stay longer and come back again. What really sets her apart is her consistency. It's not just one great visit--every time we've been there, she's gone above and beyond with the same positive energy and attention to detail. Because of her, this winery has become our go-to spot. I even celebrated my 50th birthday here, and it was such a memorable experience. All of my guests couldn't stop talking about how amazing Rachelle was--everyone felt taken care of, comfortable, and truly impressed with the service. The winery itself is beautiful, accommodating, and perfect for gatherings, which made the celebration even better. On top of that, the entire team at Calivirgin is fantastic. Everyone we've interacted with has been friendly, helpful, and genuinely welcoming, which really adds to the overall experience. The wine is excellent, the setting is great, and the people are what truly make this place stand out for us. We'll absolutely keep coming back, and a big reason for that is Rachelle.

Ever since I first tried Calivirgin's olive oil in Calistoga, I've wanted to get to the source…read morewhere it was harvested and bottled in Lodi. Last weekend on a trip to Sacramento, I finally had a chance to stop by their Olive Mill and Winery. There is a nice sparking clean outdoor patio with picnic tables within a few steps from the olive oil grove but it was a bit hot that day so we opted to sit inside. In addition to the olive oil tasting set, there were some brunch items such as a crostini and salad as well as a Mediterranean plate with hummus. We opted for the crostini, olive oil tasting and a cappuccino. The jalapeño olive oil was unique and flavorful enough that we bought a couple bottles of it to take home. The pear vinaigrette was thick and tangy. The waitresses were friendly and helpful when we had a couple questions about the dishes. The shelves in the shop area is full of flavored olive oils and vinaigrette as well as ceramic and a whole slew of items for serving charcuterie. If you are a fan of olive oil and are planning on a trip up to Sacramento or Lake Tahoe, would definitely recommend stopping by to check out Calivirgin.

This place is adorable. They do not have a large variety of olive oil but what they have is really…read moregood. I went there wanting Chili infused but they only had jalapeno so i bought it. It is good but different from the red chili. The lady there was very nice and very helpful. My daughter bought some Italian red sauce and made Turkey parmesan it was delicious.

Every. Single. Time I've been in, I am not disappointed! Delicious oils, beyond friendly staff,…read moregreat selection. This last time my husband and I were there with the kids as well (5 total ages 2 1/2 - 17), and the owner was so kind and personable! She explained how to taste oils, was so patient when they wanted to try every single one, and even talked with them about their plans for Halloween. Absolutely LOVE Winterhill!

We loved the wine and tasting olive oil and balsamic. Plus we loved the Tuscany seasoned. The young…read moregirl who'd served us wither so friendly, kind, and helpful.

Always always a good meal here Menudo bowls OUTSTANDING no…read morejoke it always feels like home treaded with lots of love and respect. They also remember you when you return.

Will pass on the food. Didn't know they were going to serve food today…read more We love the 20 Amador Barbera. And you have to try all the balsamic oils - I love them all - pomegranate, pear, honey and raspberry. You need to try the salts too - for dressing of meats for grilling etc And look for Magali! And of course, Dewey, the Manager. He's got everybody provide the welcoming warmth every visitor will appreciate. Good to have Steve around, owners son, to make everybody feel at home.

Bella Grace Winery is a must-visit in the Amador County area. The scenery is beautiful, reminiscent…read moreof an Italian landscape. It is tucked back off the main road hidden like a Tuscan villa. We sampled a wonderful range of wines from their tasting menu, including the Prosecco DOCG, Vermentino, Grenache Blanc, Zinfandel, Barbera, and a bold Petite Sirah. Every wine was impressive--balanced, flavorful, and clearly crafted with care. My favorite is the Prosecco DOCG is an Italian import ~ (DOCG stands for Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita, which is Italian for "Controlled and Guaranteed Designation of Origin) ...it is amazing! Always leave with several bottles! When it's open ~ their wine cave adds a unique and memorable touch to the tasting experience The olive oil and salt tasting is also an added bonus...fantastic. The Tuscan Salt is my FAVORITE!! The staff is always the friendliest we've encountered, and their knowledge of both the wines and the local region always enhance the visit. We always feel welcomed (even without a reservation) and unrushed, and they consistently make the whole experience feel personal and enjoyable. It's not fancy, it's just cool. We loved it so much we joined their wine club and enjoy all the benefits that come with that! Bella Grace delivers exceptional wine, a relaxed and scenic setting, and top-notch hospitality/service. As crazy as it sounds, this place feels like home every time we go. Everything wrapped up together lends to a great experience. Can't wait to go back! Hoping to attend some member events this summer. *easy parking on gravel, typically no food unless food truck event

This is a beautiful shop with the best olive oils and vinegar I've ever tasted! So many unique…read moreflavors, plus all kinds of other interesting and delicious food products, cheeses, boutique soaps, lotions and gadgets. I haven't named them all! I love the olive oil and it's the only kind I want to use. The balsamic vinegar is also the best. The environment is warm and welcoming and the staff is really nice and helpful, and well-informed about olive oil production and the variations in taste, etc. Shopping here is a fun experience!

I took my friend here, as she had never been to More Than Olives and she is a culinary connoisseur…read more This is the first place where I learned the health benefits and drink cocktail benefits of balsamic vinegars. I've used their raspberry balsamic vinegar in my cooking, salad, and as a digestion aid. There are many healing properties with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, while making different foods, even drinks, even more flavorful! You can sample their olive oils and balsamic vinegars before making your purchase, and the staff teach you about each vinegar and oil type. I've learned an abundance of cooking tips while sampling! What I also enjoy here is they have a variety of foods, skin and hair care products, sweet treats, and more, so it is a perfect business for buying goodies for yourself and to gift! The staff always check on you and make sure you are taken care of, as they answer your questions and give helpful recommendations. I look forward to bringing more friends and family here in the future! How the More Than Olives team treat you and how clean their store is, organized their items are, all give such a welcoming feeling and I find myself wanting to stay longer when I'm here because there are still items I haven't had the chance to check out yet! The wooden design of this store helps make me feel at home. This is one of my fav businesses to support because of their excellent customer service and their delicious and smooth olive oils and balsamic vinegars!

Best olive oil ever. Good quality and high polyphenols. Super low acidity for a the best Extra…read moreVirgin olive oil.

I remember checking out Gold Hill Olive Oil Company a few years back during a weekend outing with a…read morefew coworkers near the American River. The little store was located in a vineyard setting and was quite cozy. They carried a few gourmet food items, such as stuffed olives and of course, olive oil. But, I was stoked to find out that they sold olive oil that came in a variety of flavors. What was great is that the offered tastings of each of their flavors, by just soaking a morsel of sourdough bread. I remember buying their Jalapeno olive oil, which lasted me a long time. It definitely brought out an extra flair to whatever I had cooking. Gold Hill is definitely worth checking out if you're in town!

They have a great flavor selections of balsamic vinegar as well and olive oils. One of my favorites…read moreplaces to go when I'm in Murphy, Ca. For a dollar, you can taste a total of 6 flavors of balsamic vinegars or olive oils. They also have different varieties of pastas with assorted flavors. We had a new person helping us out and he got the order wrong. By the time i got home, it was way to late to return it. Lesson learn, I should have checked the wrap up bottles. I had been there many times and it's the first time that it happened. The place is bright and clean. The people are friendly. I just hope the prices don't keep going up and the bottles don't get any smaller.

This is definitely a touristy town. It definitely gives off Hallmark movie vibes! And just like in…read morethe Hallmark movies, there is really great customer service. We went into many of the shops in the town of Murohy and we did not have a bad experience. This particular store was ran by one woman and she was kept busy. Since I was there with a bridal party, we decided to do a taste testing which is relatively cheap. She'll give you a clipboard and you get to choose six different types of either oil or vinaigrette. And if you'd like you can purchase a little bag of bread to dip which I highly recommend. If you like any of the flavors that you've chosen, you can then purchase a full bottle. This was a new experience for me. I had never tried something like this before and was pleasantly surprised. I ended up purchasing a bottle of the traditional vinaigrette. I would definitely go back to Murphy's just for this experience as well as the other shops in the area but this particular location was really nice. Outside there was a seating area and a pretty little garden nearby which added to the ambiance and overall experience of the taste testing.

Best Chipotle Olive Oil ever. We have been enjoying this brand for several years. It great on…read moregrilled vegetables - zuccini and corn are a couple of our favorites. On chicken, fish and meat - yummy and its not too hot where it hurts. You can really enjoy this olive oil. Linda & Ike Porter

Seriously some of the best olive oils I've ever had. Tons of infusions. Have to try the Habanero…read moreGarlic olive oil. Tons of gourmet seasoning and dips. The dill and Jalapeño dips are amazing. Do yourself a favor and stop in, talk to Dave. He'll get you set up.

Visited July 17th..see my receipt…read more Really cute shop in Old Sacramento! I had researched them before going in because I was looking for Tuscan herb olive oil and a butter flavored olive oil and they had both! I love to cook and i like to use different oils in my cooking. This is very similar to the Olive Groove in Grass Valley that also carries great olive oils and balsamic vinegars. This place offers free tastings of oils and balsamic vinegar ( you help yourself with disposable containers) and small pieces of bread for dipping. The young lady working was very helpful and gave me suggestions of different oils to utilize. They also carry some salts and jams by the register. They also have coffee available. I am glad I restocked with some yummy olive oils!

I really liked this place when we visited in downtown old Sacramento. There are so many options to…read morechoose from where you want something sweet and spicy savory in between original. We ended up purchasing the butter flavor olive oil as something that I chose to start putting into my morning cup of coffee. Definitely has that hint of butter flavoring that's for sure. Great pricing here as well too. Nice well kept storefront and inside. Small inside, so be careful if there are numerous people as you don't want to be bumping into everyone or into the merchandise. But we will for sure. Be paying a visit again here.

While driving back down the mountain from Placerville yesterday, my husband and I decided to stop…read morein to Fork Lift to grab some groceries for the week. I remember visiting Fork Lift like 10 years ago and really liking it - it is a sister store of Nugget Market I believe. The inside was massive, clean and well organized. My husband and I wanted to buy one of everything! Their produce section had every fruit and vegetable imaginable - it was also very visually aesthetically pleasing! I loved seeing their bulk spices, nuts, teas and candy options! Their butcher shop and fish section looked very fresh and can we talk about their massive cheese selections!? I was very impressed and they even had my favorite coffee for sale which is hard to find - the Blue Bottle Nola milk cartons. Overall, this would be my grocer of choice if we lived in the area - check out staff was also very friendly! Check them out!

Can you say urban cool? Maybe even hipster. Utilitarian. Yes, I am talking a grocery store! Fork…read moreLift. Brought to you by the family-owned, upscale and very successful, Nugget chain of grocery stores. I became very well acquainted with the Nugget markets living in Davis. There were two stores not far from each other and they were always packed. I shopped at the smaller one as it was closer to my home. It is literally the only place I ever shopped for food.I cannot imagine shopping anywhere else. When I moved to El Dorado Hills 5 years ago... thank goodness there was a big and beautiful Nugget a mile and half away. My point is all Nugget markets are quite incredible. Nothing compares to them. Excellent quality, in-house prepared food, bakery... TDF, floral, meat department, liquor, and fabulous fresh produce section. Fork Lift is to me like the Nugget markets on steroids! I was astonished at the size of the store and cool inside architectural design. Yes it is hip! Super clean, well stocked in everything. Organized. Quite impressive. And the same great departments as I mentioned above that are available in the Nugget stores are right here too! The chatter is that the Fork Lift offers many discounted prices but honestly, I never see them. Then I heard the lower priced items are strategically placed in and around the store. Who knows. I enjoy taking the drive up the hill to Cameron Park occasionally just to wander around and marvel at this shopping mecca! Easy exit off the freeway and fast to find. Plenty of parking. Worth checking out if you are in the area or on the way to or returning from Tahoe. Did I mention super duper customer service!?! And weekly specials! Geez... a girl cannot remember everything.:) Here is to good eating!