After enjoying a Mediterranean lunch in town with my husband and sister, we headed off to the Avila Valley Barn in search of fresh berries! We thought a weekday would provide a less busy atmosphere in the Central Coast orchards. Were we surprised when we found the parking lot FULL of carloads of families. The ice cream shop was surrounded with ice-cream covered kids waiting for their turn to go pick berries. Not the quiet walk through the country that we expected, but we had fun just the same.
With baskets in hand, the little kids scurried to the tractor as it rounded the bend. Everyone jumped on as it slowly pulled away from the barn and headed for the orchards and berry patch. The ripest peaches were atop the tree on the highest branches. With no ladders in sight, we had to get creative with what we had! My husband was the first to volunteer!
Freshly picked Olallieberries and Amber Glow Peaches signaling the beginning of summer. I must admit, some of the berries never even made it to the baskets. So, so sweet! ~K
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