Had to put a star ! Cause did not have a choice . I was one of her guest, yet she by all means is…read morevery rude . Has no filter. Yes the ranch is nice but comes with extras.

Avoid Rancho Cortez at 10082 E. 8 Mile Rd…read more Do not rent from Julia, the owner, as she is unprofessional, rude, and intrusive. The rental starts at $3,000, but once the deposit is paid, she adds numerous hidden fees: $150 for PGE, a $1,200 deposit, insurance for her ranch, and up to four security guards for events with over 200 guests. Julia claims the venue can hold 400 guests with plenty of parking, but the lot only fits about 100 cars. She also denied entry to some guests while allowing her own family to crash the event and help themselves to our food and drinks. Throughout the event, she constantly nitpicked and intimidated guests, making them feel unwelcome and turning what should have been a celebration into a stressful experience. She bragged about her private bathrooms near her home, stating she supplies extras like bobby pins, menstrual pads, and hair ties, but refused to let guests use them, directing everyone to portable toilets instead. In the end, the cost rose to nearly $5,000--far from the original $3,000 we were quoted. Julia is dishonest and will find excuses to keep your deposit. Avoid this venue at all costs.

Cute place! The deconstructed organ was a highlight! Music, wine, and atmosphere. Very comfortable…read moreplace for tasting.

Best experience. Best wines. Best pipes. Best vines. Best vibes. Go visit!! We had the best time. I…read moreimmediately became a member of the wine club!

Over the years, BXSJ has had the pleasure of hosting numerous work events at Heritage Provisions,…read moreand once again, it did not disappoint. From the moment we arrived, the level of service was top-notch. The staff is consistently attentive, ensuring that every detail is taken care of, making hosting events here a breeze. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, perfect for both formal gatherings and casual get-togethers. The layout accommodates large groups as needed, and the decor adds a charming touch to the overall experience, allowing you to incorporate any themed decor you have. As for the food, it's a delightful blend of flavors that keeps everyone happy. Whether you're there for a full meal or just a quick bite, the menu has something for everyone. I highly recommend their signature dishes; they never fail to impress. And hopefully, you have some focaccia left over to take home--it's the best! If you're looking for a venue to host an event or just a great place to grab a bite to eat, Heritage Provisions is your go-to spot. You won't be disappointed!

I used Heritage Dining and provisions for an event I had over the weekend 4/25/26. They were…read morerecommended to me by a friend and could not be happier that I used them for our event. So many of our guests complimented on how wonderful and delicious the food was and asked who we used. Working with Paul and Yvette was wonderful. They helped me figure out what I wanted to serve and the type of party I was having. There were barely any leftovers because people had gone back for seconds and thirds. I had ordered the tri-tip, chicken piccata, pesto pasta, Caesar salad, focaccia bread, and veggies- SO Delicious!!! It was so tasty and delicious. It was perfection!!! if you are considering to use a catering company for a big or small event I highly recommend using Heritage Dining and provisions, you or your guest will not be disappointed.

We had been DIY-ing a renewal-of-vows ceremony for my parents and with about a month to go realized…read morewe really needed a coordinator. Lina stepped up for us and helped put together a FANTASTIC party. She transformed a businesslike boardroom into a magical place for a ceremony. She provided the tables, chairs, curtains, most of the decorations, and did the floral pieces as well. She coordinated with our vendors and helped make the ceremony and luncheon one that my parents and their guests will remember forever. In addition to all the setup and coordination, she suggested a photo booth that would print out photos right there that all our guests enjoyed. We could not have done it without her and would gladly recommend her to anyone.

DO NOT USE LINA. TERRIBLE SERVICE!! Many many things went wrong throughout the coarse of our…read morewedding after spending over $10k with Lina and a year planning... Once we eventually got our photos back we could see just how badly she had done. She used fake flowers when we paid for real, used the literal cheapest decor everywhere possible. We were sold a dream and were left with unlit tacky candles, plastic walls, exposed sand bags and BARE minimum decor. Practically everything she did for us was CHEAP and TACKY. She lied to us about having "a team" when it was just her husband and son that evening. When we reached out for a refund she agreed (clearly she knew she didn't do a good job) but when it was time to pay us she ghosted us for a year despite multiple efforts. Stay far away!!!

We recently hosted our daughter's wedding at August Meadows, and it was truly perfect. She had a…read moreclear vision for her big day, and this venue brought it to life beautifully. The owners were incredibly supportive--reliable, responsive, and followed through on every promise. One of the things we appreciated most was their flexibility. Unlike many venues that require you to use their preferred vendors for catering, bartending, or florals, August Meadows gave us the freedom to choose our own. That made a huge difference in creating a day that felt personal and unique. We also opted to have them handle the cleanup the following morning, and it was absolutely worth the extra cost--stress-free and seamless. The location itself is secluded and offers a wonderful sense of privacy. I highly recommend visiting in person to ensure it aligns with your expectations. As a small heads-up: the parking area is unpaved, and there's a bit of gravel to walk through, which posed a slight challenge for a few guests in high heels. Also, having a microwave in the clubhouse would be a nice addition. Other than that, our experience was outstanding. I would wholeheartedly recommend August Meadows to anyone looking for a beautiful, flexible, and well-managed venue.

Located minutes from Turlock (where there are plenty of hotels for guests), this is a great outside…read morevenue ideal for a wedding, family reunion, school event, club fundraiser, or company event. Owner was very helpful with valuable suggestions to make the event a success. Private location surrounded by trees has a large grass area, great gazebo in the round area set up for drinks, and a cement area ideal for dancing. Rooms available for bridal party to get dressed (wished it had AC) for the big day. Strongly recommend you check this venue out. The parking area is dirt (owner made sure it was watered prior so minimal dust). Getting from the parking area into the venue area there is small gravel so watch your step and footwear.

My mom, sister, and I go out once a week for an activity and lunch after. Pageo Lavender Farm…read moreprovided both at one location. An employee met us as we entered and helped orient us to their property's layout. Set up a table on the patio for lunch. Provided friendly and thorough service. The food was beautifully prepared, fresh and delicious. Shopping at the gift shop after was an added bonus!

Saturday, 5/17/2025 - Took my mom to Pageo Lavender Farm to celebrate a late Mother's Day and to…read morecelebrate my sister's BDay. Address here is 11573 Golf Link Rd, Turlock, CA 95380. They do serve lunch to 2pm. We were here to have lunch and then take pictures at their lavender farm. Hopping to catch some blooming lavender. Sadly, it was mostly a green garden w not much blooming lavender. There were a few other flowers blooming tho. Upon arrival.... Pros 1) plenty of parking. 2) location was plain but pretty and clean. 3) they had like 4 to 8 tables on the front by the parking area where you walk in. I saw a few people eating there. 4) they had a beautiful wooden table in the back on the grassy area with 6 chairs around it. That's where we sat for lunch. Our reservation was at 12pm. We got seated right away. Today was perfect to eat outside. There is no indoor seating or a restaurant here. I didn't see any. 5) there is a gift shop. But we didn't make it to see the inside 6) they serve salads and sandwiches here for lunch. Very simple and short menu. Their soup of the day today was tomato bisque. 7) our sandwiches and salads tasted fine. But salads are large portions. I could have shared my chicken salad with another. Sandwiches are normal size. Enough for one person. 8) Drinks were ok. Water tasted good. No funky or metal taste to it. 9) two porter potty bathroom but clean. Not the typical blue porter potties at putdoor events. A little nicer and it flushes. 10) our server was very nice. Cons 1) it took a long time to get our meals once we ordered. We were seated at 12pm. But we didn't get our salads and sandwiches till like an hourish later. By the time our foods came out, we sat to catch up and eat, and celebrate a bday, it was like 1:45ish already. Gift shop closes at 2pm. 2) our young server seems like she's still in training. But she was good. Wish they check on their customers more often. But maybe she was the only one taking orders. I don't know. 3) Conclusion This location was nice. Clean. Pretty. There wasn't any lavender blooming when we were there. But I heard it's a hit and miss to catch it in bloom too get beautiful pictures. It's ok though. We found other areas to get nice photos in. Foods were ok. Meh. But salads looked pretty and in large portions. Chicken on the salads were perfectly made. It was juicy and not dry. Each of our plates were $18. There is a small drinks menu. With both their menus being short, it made it so much easier to order something. Love that no one rushed us out after 2pm. We were allow to take our time on the area to take photos. They were setting up for a 4pm wedding. Not to bad here.

St. Michaels church is located in the middle of nowhere! And that's what makes it so wonderful!…read moreThey have an adoration chapel open 24/7! The peace that comes from being here one on one praying it's amazing. They have what you need to spend a very comfortable time in prayer. There's also a tape player (yes that's what a said! A tape player) a beautiful bible and interesting books. People are able to sign up to keep watch every hour on the hour. Alone time or with other praying people this is a great church and chapel! Visit some time!! Oh and their kids summer camp is great!!!

Review is for the annual crab feed only. Definitely five…read morestars. This annual event sells out fast. It's a winner. Last night we enjoyed really good clam chowder with fresh French bread and butter. Next came a great tossed green salad followed by yummy pesto. The two main dishes were tri-tip and then crab, both marinated and plain. Both red and white wine were complementary at each table. Full-service bar was available. This great meal was followed by ice cream for dessert. All that for $50! The crab legs were quite small and they ran out of plain crab quickly. Hopefully, by next year they will solve both of these issues. Of course there were raffles, door prizes and 50-50 money prizes. The night ended with dancing to some great music for those that were able to stand up after that big meal! Lol Sorry I was so busy eating i had no time to take pictures.

Most Thursdays the IAC luncheon menu is always good!!! The…read morestaff is very friendly too.

Attended a crab feed supporting the SJGH Patient Trust Fund. It was standard crab feed fare-bread,…read moresalad, pasta and marinated crab. I'd never been to this particular crab feed and I was NOT disappointed! The food was really good and plentiful! Also, our servers were great and stayed on top of it by bringing out more of whatever we requested. The space itself isn't much to look at but it's got a good-sized full bar and a smaller overflow hall attached to it. The parking situation was not the best but other than that I think this is a good spot for anyone looking to have a big party with some excellent food!

--- Cowboy Trail…read moreRides - Tracy, CA I grew up riding horses, but it's been years since I've had regular access to them, so paid trail rides are my way to get back in the saddle once in a while. A few years ago, I went on a trail ride with another company in Fair Oaks, CA, and honestly, it was such a letdown. So this time, I wanted to find a place that would actually meet my expectations--and wow, did I ever find it with Cowboy Trail Rides in Tracy! Our group of nine (ages 12 to 67!) had a mix of total beginners and experienced riders. Lucas, the owner, made sure each of us got the right horse for our comfort and skill level. He really puts safety first but still makes sure everyone has fun. The two-hour ride was amazing! We went through open fields, past orchards, tall corn rows, and along peaceful water canals. The scenery was beautiful, and everyone had a great time. Some of us walked, some trotted--Lucas made sure everyone could ride at their own pace. He chatted with us the whole way, shared fun facts about the horses, and kept a close eye on everyone to make sure we were comfortable. All of the horses were super well-trained (Lucas trains them himself), and you can tell how much he cares about them. He even took a bunch of photos and videos for us, which was such a nice touch. By the end of the ride, we were already planning our next one--maybe a birthday trail ride! Lucas mentioned he also does weekday and evening rides (one even includes a Starbucks stop!) and overnight camping are in the works. Honestly, the whole experience was everything I hoped for and more. Lucas goes above and beyond to make sure everyone has a safe, fun, and memorable time. We tipped him for his awesome hospitality, and of course, the horses got their carrots! If you're thinking about going on a trail ride, I can't recommend Cowboy Trail Rides enough. We had so much fun and made great memories. We'll definitely be back!

Best place ever - love Harley and staff. Appreciate the video drop…read more Will sign up again