Current Events

January 23 - March 15, 2025

Olio Nuovo | 2024 NEW Harvest Olive Oil Tastings

Visit our Farm Shop on Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays 10 AM to 4 PM | Sundays by appointment only. 

Celebrate the harvest season and enjoy your first taste of our 2024 harvest Olio Nuovo (new olive oil), starting with our Picholine Blend, then our Minerva, Arbequina, and Tuscan. Straight from our estate olive press, this highly prized, limited production olive oil is at its greenest and most healthful immediately following harvest. It is sought after by gourmands and health and wellness enthusiasts alike for its pungent green flavors and high polyphenols.

All four Olio Nuovo blends are available for purchase in our beautiful Tuscan inspired Tasting Room & Farm Shop with spectacular views of West Sonoma County. 

Taste freshly milled Olio Nuovo, Apple Cider Syrup, and barrel-aged apple cider vinegars. Reserve your Olio Nuovo Tasting Exploration today.  

 

February 15, 2025

Sonoma Lovers Celebration

Saturday, February 15

11 AM to 2:30 PM

Sonoma is for Lovers! We are lovers of good food, good health and good times...Come and celebrate the month of love at Gold Ridge Organic Farms and give your heart health a boost with fresh local 2024 Harvest Olio Nuovo.  Make your belly happy with our light and delicious barrel aged apple cider vinegars and citrus shrubs. Plus, join us for the debut of our four 2024 Harvest citrus olive oil quartet, including the Meyer Lemon, Mandarin-Kumquat, Yuzu Citrus, and NEW Makrut Lime.

Discover new pairings with our citrus and olive oils. Pizza pop up with Chef Seamus. 

 
FREE ENTRY | PIZZA PRE-PURCHASE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED
 

SONOMA LOVERS CELEBRATION MENU

WOOD-FIRED PIZZAS

All pizzas are vegetarian & may be made vegan by request.  Sub Miyoko’s Mozzarella or omit cheese.

~ CLASSIC MARGHERITA~

Double 8 Dairy Fresh Mozzarella, Bianco DiNapoli Tomatoes, Parmigiano Reggiano, Basil & Minerva Olio Nuovo

~ SONOMA SHROOMS ~

Basil Pesto, Double 8 Dairy Fresh Mozzarella, Wood-fired Local Mushroom Melange, Arugula, Gold Ridge Apple Balsamic Vinegar, Parmigiano Reggiano & Picholine Olio Nuovo ~CONTAINS NUTS~

~ MEYER LEMON PIE ~

Double 8 Dairy Fresh Mozzarella, Meyer Lemon Stracciatella, Rosemary Potato Confit, Wood-fired Leeks, Fines Herbes, Arbequina Olio Nuovo

~ CORNELIUS CAKE ~

A decadent vegan dark chocolate olive oil cake made with Arbequina EVOO, Tangerine & Candied Ginger Chocolate by VOLO Chocolate & topped with a vegan chocolate glade & candied Mandarin-Kumquats

 

Other sweets, treats & NA beverages available for purchase onsite. 

 

February 22, 2025

Olio Nuovo Masterclass | Buzz-worthy Green Gold

10 AM TO 12 PM

TICKETS $65 | REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Boxed lunch add-on available. 48 hour advance ordering required. 

It’s Olio Nuovo season at Gold Ridge Organic Farms! What’s all the hype about this buzz-worthy, ephemeral green gold? Now’s your chance to taste the freshest, liveliest olive oil from West Sonoma County with seasoned culinary educators Stephanie & Alli in our inaugural Olio Nuovo Masterclass. Take a deep dive into the health benefits, flavor profiles, and pairing possibilities for these unfiltered, bold, piquant, limited batch oils.

Our 2024 Harvest Olio Nuovo will only be on offer during the next few months. Robust and racy, bold and bright, these first of the season olive oils offer a wallop of big flavors and big health benefits.

 

MEET OUR EDUCATORS

 
Stephanie | Chief Educator
Stephanie Rosenbaum Klassen is a longtime local food writer, cookbook author, educator, and cook. Her books include A Little Taste of San Francisco (Bluestreak Books); The Art of Vintage Cocktails (Egg & Dart Press); Kids in the Kitchen: Fun Food (Williams Sonoma); and Honey from Flower to Table (Chronicle Books). She has studied organic farming at UC Santa Cruz and holds a certificate in Ecological Horticulture from the UCSC Center for Agroecology. Her food writing has been nominated twice for a James Beard Journalism Award, and her work has been published in the San Francisco Chronicle, The New York Times, Time Out New York, San Francisco Magazine, KQED, Kinfolk, Edible East Bay, and Edible Brooklyn, among others. She has taught cooking classes, led food tours around the Bay Area, and presented seasonal cooking demonstrations at farmers’ markets across the country. She has been part of Gold Ridge Organic Farms since 2023, hosting olive oil tastings, leading orchards tours, and educating guests about the history, science, and culinary uses of the farm’s apples, pears, citrus, and olives.  
 

Alli | Certified Cheese Professional®

Building on a culinary career starting in her teenage years, in 2014 Alli Keyser-Marti fell in love with exploring the world of milk, salt, enzymes, and microbes. Her cheese journey includes managing Cowgirl Creamery’s original Pt Reyes shop, overseeing the Oliver’s Market Stony Point cheese department, as well as being awarded an ACEF Scholarship to attend the American Cheese Society's Portland conference in 2022, where she successfully completed the CCP® exam. She has followed this passion from her backyard in California to small farms all over France, rural Ohio, roadside stands in Sardinia, and ferries in Croatia. Most recently you’ll find her skillfully pairing cheese with olive oil and apple tastings at Gold Ridge Organic Farms, as well as overseeing our custom olive milling operations and maintaining our organic certifications.  

 
March 1, 2025

Caring for Your Backyard Olive Orchard ~ A Seminar with Paul Vossen

9 AM to 12 PM
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$48 per person
 
Join us at Gold Ridge Organic Farms for a small and informal half day class on the successful management of your olive trees. Paul Vossen is a legendary local Farm Advisor and Emeritus Extension Agent who retired from UC Davis in 2016 after 35 years of research and teaching. He has an M.S. in Tree Crops Production and a Certificate in Olive Oil Production from Cordova Spain. Paul is passionate about helping farmers grow better fruit.  He brings his extensive experience and wisdom about olives and olive oil to share with you. 
 
Home growers and Olive Orchard Management Professionals alike can benefit from Paul's instruction. He plans to touch on relevant topics like the definition of alternate bearing and the physiological causes;  best practices for pruning, irrigation,  and nutrition. He will share tips on how to reduce alternate bearing and improve the general production of olive trees, using both organic and conventional farming methods. Don't miss the opportunity to learn new insights from a seasoned expert to improve the health and production of your trees.
 
*This class will be held in our milling area. Please bring appropriate clothing layers to stay comfortable. We will provide a coffee/tea station for the event. 
 

 

 

March 8, 2025

Marmalade Making Workshop

10 AM to 1 PM

TICKETS $85 per person 

REGISTRATION REQUIRED 

Join chef and food preservationist Merrilee Olson, founder of Preserve Farm Kitchens, at Gold Ridge Organic Farms for a hands-on workshop celebrating the vibrant flavors of Meyer lemons. With years of experience transforming farm-fresh ingredients into culinary treasures, Merrilee will guide you through the process of creating delicious marmalade from scratch.

In this immersive 3-hour class, you'll learn the secrets to achieving the perfect balance of sweet and tangy, and take home your own jar of handcrafted Meyer Lemon Marmalade to enjoy plus your very own apple blossom pink apron, so you can experiment at home!

Boxed lunch add-on available. 48 hour advance ordering required. 

 

March 21, 2025

Country Roads ~ Farm & Producer Tour | California Artisan Cheese Festival

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

TICKETS: $175

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

The Country Roads Tour (Tour D) starts at and returns to The Barlow in Sebastopol, featuring stops at: Wm. Cofield Cheesemakers in The Barlow, Gold Ridge Organic Farms, Valley Ford Cheese & Creamery, and Black Kite Cellars.

Enjoy the day traveling along two lane country roads, from Sebastopol to the coastal towns of Valley Ford and Freestone. Your first tour begins at Wm. Cofield Cheesemakers where you will be able to see how proper British style cheese is made from start to finish — from the milk vats operating on site to the aging room to the packaging and shipping area.  Following the tour, you will enjoy a full tasting of all Wm. Cofield has to offer. 

From there you will head to Gold Ridge Organic Farms to explore our organic farm with 70 acres of mixed olive trees plus 18 acres of apples and citrus. Experience our award-winning organic olive oils and farm goods.

Next you will head north to the Valley Ford Cheese & Creamery in the quaint village of Valley Ford.  This exciting venture from Karen Bianchi-Moreda and her son Joe builds on her family’s storied 100-year dairy legacy in coastal California, marrying café and cheese ripening.  Devour a delicious cheese-focused lunch at the café before enjoying a tour and focused tasting of Valley Ford cheeses, crafted with milk from Karen’s son Jim’s nearby herd of Jersey cows.

Before the tour ends you will get an exclusive visit to Black Kite Cellars. This is a small, family-owned and operated winery committed to producing the finest site-specific Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from exceptional vineyards along the California coast. Starting their 21st year, they are pleased to have you join them in their new home, “Jasper House,” recently named one of the best new California tasting rooms of 2024 by the San Francisco Chronicle. It is located in the historic town of Freestone, just seven miles from the Pacific Ocean. They welcome you to a special tasting of their currently released wines from both the Anderson Valley and Sonoma Coast AVAs. As a special addition to this exclusive tasting, you will be joined by Laura Werlin,  one of the country’s foremost authorities on cheese, for a cheese and wine pairing.

*Transportation for tour included in ticket cost

**All sales are final and events take place rain or shine.

The Country Roads Tour is part of the 19th Annual California Artisan Cheese Festival

 

March 22, 2025

Cheese Crawl at The Barlow | California Artisan Cheese Festival

 

Saturday, March 22
VIP Early Entry 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
General Admission 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Start your Saturday night off right with a fun discovery and adventure at The Barlow in Sebastopol. More details coming soon.

March 23, 2025

Artisan Cheese Tasting & Marketplace | California Artisan Cheese Festival

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 

TICKETS: $69 Adults | $30 Children 2-12

Grace Pavillion at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds, 1350 Bennett Valley Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95404

Join us at the Grace Pavilion, Sonoma County Fairgrounds in Santa Rosa for the 18th Annual Artisan Cheese Festival. In this banquet for the senses, the Artisan Cheese Tasting & Marketplace brings together more than 100 artisan cheese and food producers, winemakers, brewers, distillers, cider makers, and chefs who will offer their hand-crafted cheeses, delectable products that complement cheese, boutique wines, artisan-brewed beers and handcrafted ciders. Taste, sip, and explore! Gold Ridge Organic Farms will be providing tastes of our Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Apple Cider Vinegars, and the runaway favorite, our Apple Cider Syrup. Be sure to bring your wallet as there will be an opportunity to purchase your favorite cheeses and artisan products. 

 

 *All ticket sales are Final. The event takes place rain or shine. 

**Parking at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds and Event Center is complimentary at the Pavilion and Brookwood Lots.

April 5, 2025

Cheese Board Workshop with Alli Keyser-Marti, CCP

11 AM - 1 PM

TICKETS $85 | REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Resident dairy queen Alli Keyser-Marti presents a hands-on cheese board workshop at Gold Ridge Organic Farms! Explore how to create your own beautiful board, showcasing a wide array of flavors, textures, and colors. Learn how to incorporate a variety of edible flowers and fresh herbs, local honey, apple cider syrup, balsamic vinegar, EVOO, olives, artisan bread, crackers, and dips to accompany the best local cheeses made by artisan producers from Sonoma County and beyond. 

All ingredients and materials included in ticket price. You'll get to take home your creation to share with friends and family - or enjoy right here at the farm! 

 

Building on a culinary career starting in her teenage years, in 2014 Alli Keyser-Marti fell in love with exploring the world of milk, salt, enzymes, and microbes. Her cheese journey includes managing Cowgirl Creamery’s original Pt Reyes shop, overseeing the Oliver’s Market Stony Point cheese department, as well as being awarded an ACEF Scholarship to attend the American Cheese Society's Portland conference in 2022, where she successfully completed the CCP® exam. She has followed this passion from her backyard in California to small farms all over France, rural Ohio, roadside stands in Sardinia, and ferries in Croatia. Most recently you’ll find her skillfully pairing cheese with olive oil and apple tastings at Gold Ridge Organic Farms, as well as overseeing our custom olive milling operations and maintaining our organic certifications. 

 

 

April 12, 2025

Discovering the Essentials: An Introduction to Aromatherapy with Dr. William MacElroy

10:30 AM to 11:30 AM 
$20 per person - Registration required


Unlock the natural power of essential oils in this informative and interactive workshop. Join Gold Ridge Organic Farms’ neighbor, Dr. William MacElroy, a certified aromatherapist and the owner of Monte-Bellaria Lavender Farm, for an immersive experience where you'll learn about the fascinating process of distilling and extracting essential oils. From their historical uses to modern-day applications, this class will delve into how aromatherapy promotes overall well-being — physical, mental, and emotional. Whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned enthusiast, you’ll leave with a deeper understanding of essential oils and their role in holistic health.

During the one-hour workshop, you'll enjoy a hands-on demonstration of blending essential oils and experience the therapeutic aromas of some of the most popular oils. Dr. MacElroy will guide you through the nuances of creating blends that enhance mood, relaxation, and vitality. As a special bonus, all participants will receive a copy of Dr. MacElroy’s informative pamphlet, Essential Oils: A Short Handbook on Benefits, along with full documentation of the class slides, so you can continue exploring the world of essential oils long after the workshop concludes.

Morning tea included.  

Boxed lunches can be ordered with 48-hours’ notice and enjoyed in our courtyard.

 

April 26 - April 27, 2025

Apple Blossom Festival Weekend

MORE DETAILS TO COME

Spring is Blossoming in  West Sonoma County and the fruit orchards at Gold Ridge Organic Farms are alive with color! With over 12,000 apple trees and approximately 75 heirloom varieties, the orchards erupt in  every imaginable shade of pink, violet, and white, providing food for honeybees and native bumblebees. 

 
"The apple orchard in Spring erupts in a sea of flowers, ushering in one of my favorite sensory spectacles of the year... Apple blossoms are inseparable from Spring, with their silky and delicate petals, which last for only a few weeks, before being lifted away in the spring breezes and scattered along the rich moist soil beneath." - Farmer Brooke Hazen
 
 
May 24, 2025

Orchard Hike with Farmer Brooke Hazen

10:15 AM to 11:45 AM

Approximately 90 minutes 

Explore the Farm as you learn about it history, plus our 70+ Heirloom Apple Varieties & 21 Olive Cultivars

Join us this Saturday and walk the rolling hills of Gold Ridge Organic Farms with founder and farmer Brooke Hazen and explore the wonders within the 88 acres of organic olive, apple, and citrus trees. You’ll learn about the history of the farm, our organic growing practice, and can ask your most burning questions about apple and olive cultivation, straight from the founder himself.

Please note that this walk covers rugged, uneven farmland terrain with some up and down and slight elevation gain. This is a moderately challenging hike and an intermediate level of fitness is recommended. Sturdy footwear suitable for hiking is required.

 

NO HEELS, BALLET FLATS, SANDALS, OR OPEN TOED FOOTWEAR | Non-slip, close toed shoes are required for entry into our production areas.

 

Please be sure to bring:

*Sun protection: Sunscreen & a sun hat

*Refillable water bottles: You can top off your bottle here at the farm with our pristine well water

*Layers: A T-shirt under a light jacket is usually best. Plan for cool temperatures in the morning and expect it to get warmer and sunnier by mid-day. You will be outdoors in the elements for the majority of the time. 

 

Enjoy a capsule tasting of our most popular and best beloved apple and olive products, including our Tuscan Blend EVOO, Honeycrisp-Fuji Apple Cider Syrup and more! A boxed lunch option may be added on for an additional charge. Minimum 48-hours advance notice required.

 

Space is limited. Reserve your spot today.

 

 

June 28, 2025

Orchard Hike with Farmer Brooke Hazen

10:15 AM to 11:45 AM

Approximately 90 minutes 

Explore the Farm as you learn about it history, plus our 70+ Heirloom Apple Varieties & 21 Olive Cultivars

Join us this Saturday and walk the rolling hills of Gold Ridge Organic Farms with founder and farmer Brooke Hazen and explore the wonders within the 88 acres of organic olive, apple, and citrus trees. You’ll learn about the history of the farm, our organic growing practice, and can ask your most burning questions about apple and olive cultivation, straight from the founder himself.

Please note that this walk covers rugged, uneven farmland terrain with some up and down and slight elevation gain. This is a moderately challenging hike and an intermediate level of fitness is recommended. Sturdy footwear suitable for hiking is required.

 

NO HEELS, BALLET FLATS, SANDALS, OR OPEN TOED FOOTWEAR | Non-slip, close toed shoes are required for entry into our production areas.

 

Please be sure to bring:

*Sun protection: Sunscreen & a sun hat

*Refillable water bottles: You can top off your bottle here at the farm with our pristine well water

*Layers: A T-shirt under a light jacket is usually best. Plan for cool temperatures in the morning and expect it to get warmer and sunnier by mid-day. You will be outdoors in the elements for the majority of the time. 

 

Enjoy a capsule tasting of our most popular and best beloved apple and olive products, including our Tuscan Blend EVOO, Honeycrisp-Fuji Apple Cider Syrup and more! A boxed lunch option may be added on for an additional charge. Minimum 48-hours advance notice required.

 

Space is limited. Reserve your spot today.

 

 

July 26, 2025

Orchard Hike with Farmer Brooke Hazen

10:15 AM to 11:45 AM

Approximately 90 minutes 

Explore the Farm as you learn about it history, plus our 70+ Heirloom Apple Varieties & 21 Olive Cultivars

Join us this Saturday and walk the rolling hills of Gold Ridge Organic Farms with founder and farmer Brooke Hazen and explore the wonders within the 88 acres of organic olive, apple, and citrus trees. You’ll learn about the history of the farm, our organic growing practice, and can ask your most burning questions about apple and olive cultivation, straight from the founder himself.

Please note that this walk covers rugged, uneven farmland terrain with some up and down and slight elevation gain. This is a moderately challenging hike and an intermediate level of fitness is recommended. Sturdy footwear suitable for hiking is required.

 

NO HEELS, BALLET FLATS, SANDALS, OR OPEN TOED FOOTWEAR | Non-slip, close toed shoes are required for entry into our production areas.

 

Please be sure to bring:

*Sun protection: Sunscreen & a sun hat

*Refillable water bottles: You can top off your bottle here at the farm with our pristine well water

*Layers: A T-shirt under a light jacket is usually best. Plan for cool temperatures in the morning and expect it to get warmer and sunnier by mid-day. You will be outdoors in the elements for the majority of the time. 

 

Enjoy a capsule tasting of our most popular and best beloved apple and olive products, including our Tuscan Blend EVOO, Honeycrisp-Fuji Apple Cider Syrup and more! A boxed lunch option may be added on for an additional charge. Minimum 48-hours advance notice required.

 

Space is limited. Reserve your spot today.

 

 

August 9 - August 10, 2025

52nd Annual Gravenstein Apple Fair | Sonoma County Farm Trails

SAVE THE DATE

Ragle Ranch Park in Sebastopol

August 23, 2025

Orchard Hike with Farmer Brooke Hazen

10:15 AM to 11:45 AM

Approximately 90 minutes 

Explore the Farm as you learn about it history, plus our 70+ Heirloom Apple Varieties & 21 Olive Cultivars

Join us this Saturday and walk the rolling hills of Gold Ridge Organic Farms with founder and farmer Brooke Hazen and explore the wonders within the 88 acres of organic olive, apple, and citrus trees. You’ll learn about the history of the farm, our organic growing practice, and can ask your most burning questions about apple and olive cultivation, straight from the founder himself.

Please note that this walk covers rugged, uneven farmland terrain with some up and down and slight elevation gain. This is a moderately challenging hike and an intermediate level of fitness is recommended. Sturdy footwear suitable for hiking is required.

 

NO HEELS, BALLET FLATS, SANDALS, OR OPEN TOED FOOTWEAR | Non-slip, close toed shoes are required for entry into our production areas.

 

Please be sure to bring:

*Sun protection: Sunscreen & a sun hat

*Refillable water bottles: You can top off your bottle here at the farm with our pristine well water

*Layers: A T-shirt under a light jacket is usually best. Plan for cool temperatures in the morning and expect it to get warmer and sunnier by mid-day. You will be outdoors in the elements for the majority of the time. 

 

Enjoy a capsule tasting of our most popular and best beloved apple and olive products, including our Tuscan Blend EVOO, Honeycrisp-Fuji Apple Cider Syrup and more! A boxed lunch option may be added on for an additional charge. Minimum 48-hours advance notice required.

 

Space is limited. Reserve your spot today.

 

 

October 25, 2025

Orchard Hike with Farmer Brooke Hazen

10:15 AM to 11:45 AM

Approximately 90 minutes 

Explore the Farm as you learn about it history, plus our 70+ Heirloom Apple Varieties & 21 Olive Cultivars

Join us this Saturday and walk the rolling hills of Gold Ridge Organic Farms with founder and farmer Brooke Hazen and explore the wonders within the 88 acres of organic olive, apple, and citrus trees. You’ll learn about the history of the farm, our organic growing practice, and can ask your most burning questions about apple and olive cultivation, straight from the founder himself.

Please note that this walk covers rugged, uneven farmland terrain with some up and down and slight elevation gain. This is a moderately challenging hike and an intermediate level of fitness is recommended. Sturdy footwear suitable for hiking is required.

 

NO HEELS, BALLET FLATS, SANDALS, OR OPEN TOED FOOTWEAR | Non-slip, close toed shoes are required for entry into our production areas.

 

Please be sure to bring:

*Sun protection: Sunscreen & a sun hat

*Refillable water bottles: You can top off your bottle here at the farm with our pristine well water

*Layers: A T-shirt under a light jacket is usually best. Plan for cool temperatures in the morning and expect it to get warmer and sunnier by mid-day. You will be outdoors in the elements for the majority of the time. 

 

Enjoy a capsule tasting of our most popular and best beloved apple and olive products, including our Tuscan Blend EVOO, Honeycrisp-Fuji Apple Cider Syrup and more! A boxed lunch option may be added on for an additional charge. Minimum 48-hours advance notice required.

 

Space is limited. Reserve your spot today.

 

 

5 stars
Building A Festive Cheese Board with Alli Keyser-Marti, CCP: I enjoyed her use of herbs and the way the whole presentation came together. I learned some new things. Thank you!

Marie P., Sonoma County, CA

5 stars

Building A Festive Cheese Board with Alli Keyser-Marti CCP: Wonderful presentation and lovely setting. A gem in the middle of the country. We felt like we were in Tuscany!

Sharol O., San Francisco Bay Area, CA

5 stars: I had the delight of attending an olive oil tasting at their stunning facility. The exceptional quality of the oils and the warm, gracious hospitality truly stood out. I highly recommend this experience to anyone who values premium olive oils. Special shout out to Naomi who led the tasting.

Tim B., Santa Rosa, CA

5 Stars for Olive Oil Pie Crust & Apple Pie: A Baking Demo with Stephanie Rosenbaum Klassen

The experience was warm, friendly, informative and inspiring! Stephanie was great...I especially appreciated her advice regarding tools to make baking easier. I would recommend the demonstration highly and a visit to the farm was a nice way to explore a little bit of Sonoma County.

Deirdre M., Bay Area, CA

5 stars for the Olive Oil Pie Crust & Apple Pie: A Baking Demo with Stephanie Rosenbaum Klassen

The baking demo was excellent! Stephanie knows the ropes. So many little (big) tips about weighing ingredients, how to add the oil and water, and on and on. She and her assistant were well-prepared, thorough, and ready for any questions we had. Plus it was tasty! We totally enjoyed our experience at Gold Ridge. What a fabulous field trip for my hubby and I!

Pam B., Bay Area, CA

5 stars

Olive Oil Pie Crust & Apple Pie: A Baking Demo with Stephanie:

5 stars! How creative and fun is it to attend a pie making class??? Really really cool! Thank you sooooooo much. The staff are lovely, the environment beautiful and the farm store is unique. We loved it and can’t stop talking about our wonderful experience.

Gerry R., Sonoma County, CA

Olive Oil Pie Crust & Apple Pie: A Baking Demo with Stephanie: It was totally lovely, in a cozy space and Stephanie was fun and engaging. Plus, the pie was yummy.

Thanks for inviting us,
Coleen and Monica

Coleen H.

The tour of the olive grove was fantastic. The little bit of knowledge imparted really made the tasting more enjoyable. Everyone was very friendly and accommodating.

Brice S.

We had a great time [during the Organic Olive Oil Exploration]. Stephanie was wonderful!! Thank you so much.

Patricia C.

I had the best experience visiting Gold Ridge Organic Farms. Every team member was kind. The olive oils and the apple cider syrup and apple cider balsamic vinegar tasting was amazing. I look forward to my next visit on November 9th.

Gabrielle S.

The Farmer Walk was absolutely the highlight of the weekend! Never imaged we would learn so much about the farm, Apples and how to pick them, olives, and behind-the-scenes tasting with the charming Brooke himself! Thanks bunches!

Jessica G.

I love Gold Ridge Organic Farms. I was introduced to them by the Healdsburg Wine and Food Experience. Their olive oils are fantastic and varied. They make the most amazing shrubs (that’s fruit, sugar and vinegar) that are perfect mixed with soda or your favorite libation. Then, apple season came around. The two of us boldly ordered 10 pounds of Honeycrisp Apples from Gold Ridge. Every single one of them was perfect - no bruises and beautiful to look at - but even more important, all 10 pounds of apples were delicious and sweet and CRISP. We also got a large bag of Meyer Lemons that were also amazing and perfectly ripe. We used them in drinks, on fish, and made amazing ceviches. We’re picking up 10 more pounds on Saturday, this time a Heritage mixed offering with varieties we’ve yet to try. Gold Ridge is our new go-to.

Donna R.

[The Orchard Hike with Farmer Brooke was a] very enlightening experience and fun and interesting to see behind the scenes. It was such an impressive and innovative operation. Both the walk and the view are extremely enjoyable. Ice cream treat was a tasty surprise.

Pei-Pei H.

5 stars: Our private olive tasting at Gold Ridge Organic Farms was an unforgettable experience. We were thoroughly impressed by the educational aspect of the tasting, where we learned about various olive varieties and their distinct flavors. It was also our first time trying an apple balsamic, which was absolutely delightful. The setting couldn’t have been more perfect—the view of the property is simply gorgeous, making the experience even more special. Our host was lovely, guiding us through the tasting with warmth and expertise. It’s clear why Gold Ridge Organic Farms has won so many awards. The quality and care that go into their products are evident in every taste. We’re already looking forward to returning in the winter for the Olio Nuovo. Highly recommend!

Sarah L.

5 stars: We were a bit late arriving at Gold Ridge, but Stephanie warmly welcomed us. Such a glorious day to explore the apple and olive orchards...we loved every minute of it! The olive oil tasting, a first for all of us, was a hit! Thank you for sharing Gold Ridge with all of us!

Karen A., Sebastopol, CA

We had a wonderful time touring your farm and tasting all the delicious treats that it produced. . The olive oil was incredible. It was a very educational and fun experience! Thank you!

Sheridan J.

Loved getting out to see the olive and apple trees on our little hike. Those apples were amazing! So much fruit on dwarf trees - it was an eye opener. The actual seated tasting was fantastic, it was hard to choose what to buy, all tasty options. Also went home with a great book on growing and caring for fruit trees. Can't wait to bring other friends back for a tour. Highly recommend.

Beth C., Sonoma County, CA

We had a splendid time! Thank you for your amazing hospitality and product line. All of Gourmet Food & Wine Tours appreciates knowing where to refer our discerning guests who are looking for amazing foodie experiences. I cannot wait to make my non-alcoholic drinks in Tahoe this weekend with your lemon-lavender shrub! Grazie, Renee

Renee R., Sonoma, CA

Orchard Hike with Farmer Brooke Hazen: The entire experience from arrival to departure was picture perfect. Learning about the property and organic systems and getting to see in a "hands on" style was fantastic! Still talking about the day with my friends. Thank you!!!

Satia H.

Good experience with good products and nice and professional staff.

Hongwei W.

We had a wonderful experience at Gold Ridge Organic Farms! We booked a tour and olive oil tasting to celebrate a birthday, and our morning here did not disappoint. The place is simply beautiful. The olive and apple orchards are gorgeous, with views for miles. We came home with new knowledge and some delicious items for our kitchens. Thank you for a fabulous day.

Nina S., SF Bay Area, CA

Lovely venue. Excellent pizza!

Sally A., SF Bay Area, CA

Beautiful property, excellent pizzas and salad from Chef Bruce. We especially enjoyed the caramel topping he made for the ice cream with Gold Ridge Olive oil and Apple Cider Syrup, yum!

Cindy L., SF Bay Area, CA

[The farm] was beautiful & unexpected. We sat under the olive trees listened to French musician Lara Louise & pursued the shop going home with treats. It’s a gentle & kind establishment & the pizza /salad was yummy yum!!!

Susanne W., SF Bay Area, CA

I am so gleeful knowing I’m soon receiving these lovely products. Thank you! My son and I visited a few months ago—enjoyed some fresh oils. I’m truly a happy customer

Rahim Q., Grapevine, TX

My gift arrived and it was so fun to open! What an amazing small business... totally impressed with how everything was wrapped and packaged for shipping! Honeycrisp apples are my favorite and I can't wait to try the syrup. What an extravagant gift... everything looks delicious!

Ausma K., MD

Your EVOO is excellent and the best value I have found! We are repeat customers (in Connecticut) and will keep coming back!

Michael G., Plainville, CT

The Picholine Blend: Excellent per usual, thanks again.

Ty J., Hemet, CA

Absolutely love the flavor, texture and the overall taste of the Minerva Olio Nuovo. The high polyphenol count, USDA Organic and California certification are very important to me. The quality of your operation from the way you grow, harvest, process, store and ship your product is superb! Awesome customer experience every time I call. Very informative and pleasant to talk with. Extremely happy with Gold Ridge Organic Farms! I’m a customer for life. I have also referred Gold Ridge to several family members. My cousin loves your olive oil as much as I do. She mentioned to me that she hasn’t had such quality and flavor since we were kids growing up in our old world Greek cultural environments. Both of our fathers were in the restaurant business. In addition, the women of the households were incredible authentic Mediterranean cooks as well. That’s a great testament to your company and the quality of your products.

Matt M., Longmeadow, MA

Your EVOO is extraordinarily delicious! The oils are smooth, flavorful, and absolutely outstanding. I found your EVOO to be perfect for drizzling on cooked vegetables, and salads; although I use it anywhere I would previously use butter or a spread. The taste is simply incredible. Thank goodness you ship to the east coast; I'm so glad I found you and I will continue to be a customer.

Carol T., Hackettstown, NJ

My feedback on the Olio Nuovo Tuscan Blend 2022 Harvest: OUTSTANDING oil. If freshness is what it's all about, then you guys are DEFINITELY the WINNER.

Leslie H., Oak Harbor, WA

My feedback on the Minerva Blend 2021 EVOO: Your Olive oil is fantastic! It is probably the best I've ever had. I am 100% Greek and grew up with an immigrant father who believed in quality food. As soon as I open the bottle, the aroma hit me. It reminded me of my childhood and how delicious food used to smell. My cousin tried it first and contacted me to tell me all about it. From now on this is my oil. Absolutely love it!

Ann V., Buzzards Bay, MA

My feedback on the Olio NUOVO Minerva Blend 2022: Very happy with the Minerva Olive Oil! Excellent taste, the best quality olive oils l have ever tried. Also, great service. I like being able to speak with someone on the phone when I have a question. You offer a customer service experience whenever I call. You have a customer for life. Also, have references several to your company. Recently, my cousin has ordered a bottle of the Minerva and loves as much as I do.

Matt M., Longmeadow, MA

I loved your OLIO NUOVO Arbequina Blend! It makes the best salad dressing (with lemon juice, salt & pepper) and I’m glad it has a high percentage of polyphenols! I had bought olive oil from a different farm before and it wasn't as good as your oil. We are getting ready to order again.

Beth S., Louisville, KY

I saw this olive oil on La Briffe recommended by Ruth Reichl. I love olive oil. My grandmother was from Croatia and she cooked with olive oil as did my mother way before it was chic to do. I am a native Californian and I live in Georgia. I miss California and I love La Briffe and Ruth's recommendations for things like your olive oil. It keeps me in touch with all things California.

Pam H., Decatur, GA

I haven’t encountered many American olive oils that knocked me out, but this one from Gold Ridge Organic Farms in Sebastapol is exceptionally good.

Ruth Reichl, James Beard Award Winner, Food Writer & Chef

We really appreciated the informative and tasty presentations as well as farmer Brooke’s informative tour of the orchard. A+ Everyone was super nice.

Blane H., Cloverdale, CA

Always happy with your olive oil! Someday we hope to visit the farm. It looks beautiful!

Ryan J., Portland, OR

I learned so much about apples! Thanks. I thought the oil tasting was so well organized and I enjoyed the experience very much. I’ll be spending more on olive oil Now. Thanks!

Sara S., Sebastopol, CA

Love your organic olive oils - they are amazing! Whenever we are in the area will visit.

Scott B., San Diego, CA

I love the Meyer Lemon Olive Oil! A friend brought a bottle for me to try and I am in love. I am a personal chef and I plan to make this a regular finishing oil. I am taking it with me back east to share with friends!

Heidi L., Sebastopol, CA

I love our olive oil! Thank you.

Lisa M., Port Washington, NY

Love your olive oil, thanks!

Ryan J., Portland, OR

The Arbequina Blend olive oil is simply wonderful, and the shipping was very fast! Thank you!

Barb G., Post Falls, ID

I like the VOLO Chocolate with Meyer Lemon. Kind of satiny, not too sweet. That’s good in my book! I like the olive oil in that one too. Kind of creamy and nourishing.

Ginny A., Plainfield, MA

I saw the farm store sign from the road and came in to explore. I'm so glad I did. I tasted, and chose some gorgeous oils and vinegars too & chocolate! Some really special gifts available. Great packaging & nice hospitality. Thank you. I'll be back.

Penny L., Sonoma County, CA

Your facility is beautiful! Your olive oil is fantastic, and the specialty chocolate with olive oil is super delicious (wish they made at least 80% chocolate to cut down on the sugar). As an aside, I absolutely loved the front gates!

Bonnie K., San Francisco Bay Area, CA

My feedback on Meyer Lemon Blend Olive Oil: I love it and think you’re doing great work…a credit to the community!

Barbara C., Santa Rosa, CA

AMAZING true olive oil! The taste and texture is divine, but for us this oil has been a blessing beyond the gourmet, our autistic son has had tremendous leaps forward in healing and development, this oil is truly brain food pure and healing. Thank you for what you do!

Laina S., Naples, FL

[The tour and tasting were] very interesting and informative. Thank you.

Kristen T., Sonoma County, CA

I learned so much! Loved the samples - very generous! I am sharing my purchases with my friends, too. I made pancakes to try the apple syrup and that was a hit! Thanks to the polite and knowledgeable staff. We had a great time! We bought a few items, for us and as gifts. You have an impressive operation that we will continue to support! Thank you for your customer care, attention to detail, and knowledge. Excellence shows!

Gerard G., Napa, CA

The best, unparalleled olive oil I’ve ever had! Apple cider syrup is also second to none! What is the most impressive to me is that all of the ingredients are freshly grown, organically made! Simply the best!

Jeongbum S., San Francisco Bay Area , CA

The taste and texture is divine, but for us this oil has been a blessing beyond the gourmet, our autistic son has had tremendous leaps forward in healing and development, this oil is truly brain food pure and healing. Thank you for what you do!

Laina S., Naples, FL

A friend gifted me the assorted tins for Christmas and I am very impressed. Delicious oil. As I cannot do dairy and do not like margerines I found scrambling my egg in this olive oil was sublime. You don't want to waste it on dishes where you cannot get the full impact of its delicious flavor. I am hooked.

Jean M., Grants Pass, OR

I will NEVER go back to store bought oils! The difference in taste between fresh and store bought was extraordinary.

Sheryl P., Cheboygan, MI

My entire experience was wonderful. The order arrived in a very timely manner, and the product is excellent!

Barb G., Bonners Ferry, ID

We love the Honeycrisp-Fuji Apple Cider syrup! Thank you!

Sarah H., Culver City, CA

Great products, excellent service!

Karen K., Los Angeles, CA

Recipients of the EVOO were delighted. Nice to get positive feedback from foodies.

Yvonne , Sebastopol, CA

Very good people and service.

Mateo S.

Always a pleasure working with Gold Ridge Organic Farms for custom milling. Very professional, helpful and friendly.

Bill M.

Delicious products and a beautiful view.

Steven M.

So far have been splashing Minerva on our pasta. No more boring pasta dinners! The details were also good - packing material, gold tab on bottle for opening, info for using each oil, drop down tab to cover spout opening, etc… Every detail well planned.

Patti L., Bellevue, WA

Thank you providing this service to our community. I was so happy to be able to have my olives individually milled this year. In the past I have always participated in a community press. So this is the first time I have been able to taste my very own olive oil! Thanks for making that possible!

Mary Lee M.

We've only opened up one bottle so far but we are pleased. I'm a bit of an olive oil snob. Your oil has flavor and smells like fresh grass. I put it on my air popped popcorn with salt. It's delicious! So glad I found you! Can't wait to try the other oils and get the new harvest oils in the future!

Debbie V., Boulder, CO

Everything is so great! Love the tins as much as the bottles and enjoying both right now. Love giving these oils as gifts too!

Laurie S., Sonoma, CA

The olive oils are excellent. My favourites are Tuscan and Arbequina and the fact that they are organic makes them even better. Also the packaging is exceptional.

Joanne H., Red Bluff, CA

I’m very happy with your Arbequina Blend. It’s smooth and fresh. It makes everything taste elegant. I love it. I also love your Minerva olive oil.

Cheri R.

The Strawberry Parfait apples made a lovely, fluffy applesauce in a soft pink color. Not as deep a color as the Pink Pearls, and the flavor is milder than other varieties in the markets here - but very pretty nonetheless... With a wee bit of my "secret ingredient" it tastes great!

Jennie C.

I recently picked up some Gold Ridge Organic Farms strawberry parfait apples from Whole Foods. They are some of the best apples I’ve ever had.

Samantha E.

Excellent packaging and true authentic organic extra virgin olive oil with the bite to the palate that distinguishes it from poor quality and purported EV olive oils. Thanks again expect repeated orders to come!

Ty J., Hemet, CA

LOVE IT!!! I take a shot of olive oil every day. (Along w/all the other stuff we use EVOO for!). Picholine Blend is high in polyphenols, which is why I chose this blend… I'm after the health benefits of higher polyphenols… I love that Gold Ridge is organic, I love all the awards they have, I love that they are a small farm, I love the taste and quality of the olive oil!

Ashley C., Murrieta, CA

I received my shipment in good order. I have opened the Tuscan Blend and was very impressed with its flavor and finish. The others I have not tried at this time. Since I, also, am a very small olive grower and making some organic extra virgin olive oil, I love to try other oils.

Marilyn M., Calistoga, CA

Love love love my order! I was introduced to the goldridge olive oil from My real good greens delivery that I started. I love the olive oil so much that I order a bottle almost every week. I also told a girlfriend about it, she ordered some, and I ordered some for My mom and sister who live in New York. I have never had such amazing olive oil, and absolutely love it! Thanks

Nancy S., San Francisco, CA

Five Stars!!!!  Thank you Andrea and Brooke!  LOVE your product!!!  Hope that Montage Healdsburg can send guests for tasting, special events some day!  Hotel opens November 18!!

Laurie S., San Clemente, CA

I am happy with the Arbequina olive oil.  I had been looking for a long time for an olive oil appropriate for making a vinaigrette that was flavorful without being overpowered by the strong taste of the olive oil.  And now I have found it!  Thank you!

Deborah , Del Mar, CA

We love this oil. I feel better about consuming an oil that is actually good for you as long as I don’t over heat it or use too much of it at once

Irene D., Port Townsend, WA

Amazing!!!

Merhunisa K., Bronx, NY

I love this olive oil.  I had been looking and trying many olive oils to try to find a mild but flavorful oil that would not overwhelm salad dressings and vegetables.  This is absolutely a perfect oil for these purposes.  I now also use it as my overall go to olive oil.  It enhances and does not detract from other flavor profiles.  Just delicious!  I also love the pouring spout that was included in my first order.  I love it so much I even sent this oil to a friend of mine who also loves to cook.

Deborah M., Del Mar, CA

We appreciate the chance to support local artists. 

We’re on a keto diet that requires us to consume a cup of oil a day. Your sampler has made this program tasty! 

It was flawless and the packaging was perfect! 

Excellent! Gave some to my mom, sister, and son/fiancé for Xmas. They loved it! My son and fiancé (in colorado) said it is the best olive oil they have ever had! My mom and sister are repeat gifts. My mom asked for more of the goldridge olive oil for Christmas. Always pleased with goldridge.

Nancy S., San Francisco, CA

I LOVE your olive oil so much. It is smooth and bright and delightful. AND its the only oil I wanted to provision my upcoming sailing adventure with for 6 months!

Thank you.

Aria A., Hallandale Beach, FL

I am very happy with your product. Shipping was fast and quality is excellent!

Danielle L., Sequim, WA

Great arrived before we expected it. Andrea is wonderful, she knew what we wanted with just......it begins with a P

John G., Lake Oswego, WA

I'm only on my first of the trio, Minerva, but I'm already super happy with my order. And, as a longtime connoisseur, you are now one of my favorite olive oils, not kiddin, and will now be in my regular rotation. Thank you for the complimentary pour spout. I never liked their idea as to keep oxygen out. But I love it. Super convenient and makes it easy to pour all over the place.

Homero D., Driftwood, TX

Great service and love the olive oil!!

Deb , Perry, MO