Chinos' Farm

9 Superb Places to Eat on the Drive From LA to San Diego | Eater LA

"If the Chino family ever decided to sell their farm, which resides amid grand gated Rancho Santa Fe homes, they’d no doubt earn a fortune. Instead, Makoto Chino, son of current patriarch Tom and a UCLA law school grad, will take over the family business that his grandfather Junzo Chino established. Wolfgang Puck, Jonathan Waxman, and Alice Waters are longtime proponents, and luminaries still make public appearances at the farm. The Vegetable Shop, Chino’s farm stand, grows pristine specimens of produce like strawberries and tomatoes. You’ll also find more esoteric fruits and vegetables like star-shaped Chinese winged beans, French black turnips, and golden snow peas. Grab a healthy snack or stock up on edible souvenirs to cook once you get home. Weekends bring Nōjō, a coffee bar that features local Manzanita Roasting beans and sells cold brew coffee and tea growlers." - Eater Staff