Mendocino County
in California

At Maritime Cafe, a bright, unpretentious spot tucked along Highway 1 in tiny Elk, fresh local ingredients take centre stage against the backdrop of crashing ocean waves and towering pines. Farm-to-table seafood, seasonal produce, and organically farmed wines feel almost inevitable here, as if the coast itself lent its rhythms to every plate. Note: it's closed Monday to Wednesday. 

In the heart of the valley southeast of Boonville, Pennyroyal Farm is a regenerative vineyard, dairy and creamery where everything is grown, raised or made on-site. Goats and sheep graze across the vineyard; their milk becomes fresh and aged cheeses. Estate wines – from pinot and sauvignon to rosé – are produced from the same land. The tasting room invites visitors in for tours, cheese plates, wine pours and farm fare, all with a focus on sustainability and craft.