Spring break has come and gone, and now we’re in the homestretch before school lets out. Are you feeling the need to escape yet? If it’s time to book that trip to Tuscany but you can’t quite swing it, these great olive orchards in Texas can take the hustle and bustle out of your week, and whisk you away right here in the Lone Star State.
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Texas Olive Orchards: A Tuscan-Inspired Getaway From the Everyday
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Texas Hill Country Olive Company
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Right here in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, located in the town of Dripping Springs, sits the Texas Hill Country Olive Company. This family-owned orchard prides itself on its products, and, well, they should. Their extra virgin olive oil is award-winning and their value-added products (vinegars, barbecue products, as well as a spa/body line) feature no preservatives, no chemicals, and no dyes. Their property features a Tuscan-inspired mill house, a top-of-the-line Italian olive press, and tasting room. Visit their website for more information and to plan a trip.
Bella Vista Ranch
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Another great Tuscan-inspired stop in the Texas Hill Country can be had if you plan for a visit to Bella Vista Ranch in Wimberley. Offering fresh olive oil products and a number of complementary foods which are also grown on their property, their tasting room features cured olives, vinegars, preserves, and wines, which are sure to not only surprise but also impress. Bella Vista Ranch can provide you or a group with a private tour by appointment (please visit their website for more information) and a relaxing locale in which to rejuvenate and enjoy this family-owned and operated enterprise, where the customer comes first.
Sandy Oaks Olive Orchard
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Offering “Olives With a Texas Accent”, Sandy Oaks Olive Orchard is located just south of San Antonio in the town of Elmendorf. One of the first commercial olive groves in the Lone Star State, its founder and owner, Sandy Winokur, planted her first olive orchard in 1998. Growing to host regularly scheduled events, Sandy Oaks is open from Wednesday through Saturday, and available for special event functions. Featuring skin care products including olive butter lotion and shampoo as well as food items such as olive oils, butters, and jellies, visitors can test and experience all of their homegrown goodness. Products can also be purchased online, but for a chance to experience this Tuscan-inspired location right here in Texas, the trip is more than worth it!
