Travel Tips from NorCal Locals

On this episode of the California Now Podcast, host Soterios Johnson hits the beverage trifecta, connecting with beer, 酒, and coffee experts who share a passion for Northern California.  

第一个, Johnson speaks with California 精酿啤酒 pioneer Ken Grossman, founder of Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. Grossman shares tales of how his empire took shape and offers insights into some of his favorite activities in and around 奇科—including mountain biking, 钓鱼, and taking a behind-the-scenes “Beer Geek Tour.”

在那之后, our host chats with 酿酒师 Chris Turkovich about the char最小值g Yolo县的意思 town of 冬天. Turkovich discusses where to go for private 酒 tastings, sunflower field tours, and eclectic dining. He also breaks down must-see stops along Highway 128’s 酒 to Waves road trip, which runs from 冬天 all the way to the 奇诺 coast.

最后, Johnson speaks with Sam LaRobardiere, founder of the award-winning Theory Coffee Roasters in 整理. The pair discuss a variety of outdoor experiences, ranging from swim最小值g in Whiskeytown Lake to waterfall hikes to mountain biking along the 萨克拉门托 River.

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Ken Grossman, founder of Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.

Chris Turkovich, owner of Turkovich Family 酒s

Sam LaRobardiere, founder of Theory Coffee Roasters

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Ken Grossman is the influential founder of Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. and is one of the founding fathers of the 精酿啤酒 movement.

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.

奇科

Sierra Nevada Brewery Tours

Sierra Nevada Brewing Company – Sustainability

比德韦尔公园

Downtown 奇科

Big 奇科 Creek Ecological Preserve

Lassen Volcanic National Park

Pacific Crest Trail

萨克拉门托 River

奥罗维尔湖

布拉格堡

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Chris Turkovich is a third-generation farmer, 酿酒师, and owner of Turkovich Family 酒s in 冬天.

Turkovich Family 酒s

冬天

Yolo县的意思

萨克拉门托

Turkovich Family 酒s – 酒 Tastings

酒店的冬天

Carboni's Ristorante

Buckhorn Steakhouse

Putah Creek Café

淡灰褐色

Lake Berryessa

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Highway 128 – 酒 to Waves

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Cloverdale

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奇诺

Sam LaRobardiere is the founder of Theory Coffee Roasters, an award-winning coffee shop in 整理.

Theory Coffee Roasters

整理

沙士达山湖

Whiskeytown Lake

Headwaters Adventure Company

Brandy Creek falls

Mossbrae Falls

Dunsmuir

山沙士达山

Sundial Bridge

整理 Sports LTD

Jefferson State Adventure Hub

沙士达山坝

伊甸园面包店

Moonstone Bistro

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Mosaic Restaurant

Americana Modern Hotel

Turtle Bay Exploration Park

ABOUT THE HOST

Soterios Johnson, formerly the local host of National Public Radio’s Morning Edition on radio station WNYC, moved from New York City to Davis in 2016. By combining his journalistic instincts with his personal curiosity, Johnson uses the California Now Podcast platform to develop a deeper understanding of his adopted home.