Morning: Arrive in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast at the Ferry Building Marketplace, sampling artisanal breads and Blue Bottle Coffee.

Lunch: Savor dim sum in Chinatown or Italian in North Beach.

Afternoon: Explore the Mission District’s vibrant food scene—consider a walking tour for acclaimed burritos and contemporary Californian cuisine.

Dinner: Book a tasting menu at a Michelin-starred restaurant such as Atelier Crenn or Quince for an unforgettable introduction to California’s fine dining.

Overnight: San Francisco. 

 Morning: Head to Berkeley for lunch at Chez Panisse, Alice Waters’ legendary farm-to-table restaurant that pioneered California cuisine.

Afternoon: Explore Berkeley’s Gourmet Ghetto, then drive to Napa Valley.

Dinner: Dine at a Michelin-starred Napa Valley restaurant such as The Restaurant at Auberge du Soleil (Rutherford), PRESS (St. Helena), or Auro (Calistoga), each offering exceptional seasonal menus and wine pairings.

Overnight: Napa Valley. 

 Morning: Enjoy a vineyard breakfast or brunch.

Midday: Wine tastings at renowned Napa Valley estates.

Lunch: Farm-to-table lunch at Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch or Brix, both known for using estate-grown ingredients.

Afternoon: Continue wine tasting or explore Yountville’s gourmet shops and bakeries.

Dinner: Experience a once-in-a-lifetime meal at The French Laundry (Yountville) or another Michelin-starred spot such as La Toque or Kenzo.

Overnight: Napa Valley. 

 Morning: Scenic drive to Monterey. Breakfast at a waterfront café.

Lunch: Savor fresh seafood on Cannery Row or at Schooners Monterey.

Afternoon: Visit Carmel-by-the-Sea for wine tasting and local gourmet shops.

Dinner: Reserve a table at a chef-driven Carmel restaurant focused on local produce and Pacific seafood.

Overnight: Carmel or Monterey. 

 Morning: Continue south to Santa Barbara. Stop for pastries at a local bakery.

Lunch: Explore the Funk Zone’s urban wine tasting rooms and gourmet food trucks.

Afternoon: Visit the Santa Barbara Public Market for a variety of artisanal bites.

Dinner: Dine at The Lark or Loquita, both renowned for their innovative California cuisine and farm-to-table focus.

Overnight: Santa Barbara. 

 Morning: Arrive in Los Angeles. Breakfast at a Santa Monica café or bakery.

Lunch: Visit the Santa Monica Farmers Market and enjoy a farm-fresh lunch at Rustic Canyon, a leader in hyper-seasonal, local cuisine.

Afternoon: Explore LA’s culinary neighborhoods—consider a food tour in Koreatown or Downtown LA.

Dinner: Book a Michelin-starred experience at Mélisse or dine at A.O.C. for market-driven small plates.

Optional: If available, participate in a special farm-to-table dinner event such as Outstanding in the Field or the Coastal Roots Farm Dinner Series for a memorable, communal finale