Top Things to do in the Willamette Valley This Summer

Though Oregon’s Willamette Valley is best known for the impeccable Pinot Noir wines grown and produced here, there are so many more things to do in the Willamette Valley than meet the eye. Oregon’s Willamette Valley is a narrow, agriculturally dense stretch of land rich with life’s simplest – and most delicious – pleasures. Whether […]

The Best Things to do in McMinnville This Summer

Summer is nearly on the horizon, bringing plenty of excitement for those visiting – or planning to visit – Oregon’s famed wine country. Though wine tasting is often at the top of every visitor’s list, there are plenty more things to do in McMinnville once you’re here. The historic downtown of McMinnville is known as […]

The Best Restaurants in McMinnville for 2023

As is often the case in top-rated wine destinations, there are plenty of great places to eat, drink, and enjoy the finer pursuits of life. Oregon’s Willamette Valley is no exception to that. From the fantastic restaurants in McMinnville to the delicious Newberg Restaurants and plenty more in between, your tastebuds are in for a […]

The Best Restaurants in McMinnville for 2024

As is often the case in top-rated wine destinations, there are plenty of great places to eat, drink, and enjoy the finer pursuits of life. Oregon’s Willamette Valley is no exception to that. From the fantastic restaurants in McMinnville to the delicious Newberg Restaurants and plenty more in between, your tastebuds are in for a […]

Find the Perfect Gift in Downtown McMinnville

With Halloween here and gone, many people are now turning their attention towards the busy holiday season ahead, which means it’s time to find unique, one-of-a-kind gifts for all your friends and family on your holiday shopping list. There’s no better place to find outstanding gifts – and have a fun time doing it – […]

Wine Tasting and More in Carlton, Oregon!

If you’ve never heard of Carlton, Oregon, fall presents an excellent opportunity to experience the charms of this small wine country town. Though we love everything about downtown McMinnville – from the thriving restaurants and fabulous wine tasting rooms to the charming, historic streets and charming boutiques – some other significant towns in Oregon wine […]

Get to Know Willamette Valley Wine Country

Stretching from the Columbia River in the north to just south of Eugene and west from the coastal mountain range to the eastern Cascade Mountains is a narrow strip of land best known as Willamette Valley Wine Country. Willamette Valley wine country, often shortened just to the Willamette Valley, is a wine-growing region best known […]

Take a Break from Wine at the Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum

Most trips to Willamette Valley Wine Country revolve around the many great wine and food opportunities here, but there’s a lot more to the area than great wine!  The town of McMinnville itself is a charming place to browse, but there are also great attractions like the Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum, which is located […]

The Best Wine Tasting in McMinnville

The Willamette Valley is home to more than 600 incredible Oregon wineries and plenty of small towns, like McMinnville. Though you can travel from vineyard to vineyard to enjoy wine tasting all over the valley, there are also plenty of great opportunities for wine tasting in McMinnville, too. Thanks to its temperate climate, the Willamette […]

Great Shopping in Downtown McMinnville

The charm of downtown McMinnville will surely please all who come to explore this historical and inviting town. Of course, McMinnville, OR is known for hosting guests seeking delicious wine tasting. However, one of the best ways to spend your vacation is by poking around in quaint and unique stores and shops. You can find […]