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"Old Edna, Tin Building" oil on canvas 9"x12", (C)Laurel Sherrie

Last weekend, I got out of my studio to go to one of my favorite places: the historic town of Old Edna. And, I brought a guest - food and travel writer Samantha Scott, author of WanderFood. She's interviewing me for a blog post on the most beautiful places to eat on the Central Coast, and the first place I thought of was the deli and wine tasting room in the 1880s town of Old Edna.

The owner of Old Edna, Pattea Torrance, is a dear friend and kindred spirit. She has poured her heart into making Old Edna absolutely magical. What I do with painting, she does with creating 3-dimensional spaces that transport you to another time in California history. If you haven't been to Old Edna, plan a trip now! In addition to the Sextant Wines tasting room and gourmet deli, the property also has two vacation rental houses, a one-bedroom farmhouse, and a studio cottage. In other words, it's a painter's (or a wine taster's, or a Central Coast traveler's) dream getaway. I've gone there many times, and quite a few of Old Edna's structures have found their ways onto my canvases. 

"Old Edna, Blue Belly Barn" oil on canvas, 12"x16" (C)Laurel Sherrie

I brought Samantha Scott here because it's one of my favorite places on the Central Coast. It's got everything - stunning views, a gourmet deli, and delicious wines! The deli and tasting room are in the original Edna Hall, built in 1908. It's had a long history as a General Mercantile, Dance Hall, Saloon, and Post Office - even a speakeasy! While you can no longer have your horse shod while you mosey up to the bar, you can still drink well at this watering hole thanks to Sextant's excellent wines. I can't wait to read what Samantha Scott has to say about it on WanderFood.