The drive out to the ranch was good. It's a small ranch and we saw the line for the first day of…read moreopening. Holy moly! It was the last day too. Cherry picking lasted only hours for all those people who picked a lot and did not leave too much for others. My share was couple of pounds. After an hour wait, there was not much to pick since the cherry season was sparse this year. The cherries were sweet! The people who worked there were so sweet. The other neighboring cherry farms were not even open to the public this year. It was fun anyway because it was like back to the way it was before the quarantine but everyone was wearing masks except a few just did not care about the rest of the crowd.

Best place to pick cherries. Friendly and kind proprietor. Unlike other farms this place has no…read morefees and minimum purchase. The lady gave our kids a tour of the farm, talked to is and educated us. We had an amazing time and highly recommend this place to everyone in town!

I wish I could give this produce stand 100 million stars!! They always have the freshest produce…read moreand not to mention how hard working everyone here is. I recommend EVEYONE to come here even if it's a drive away it will be worth it.

We thoroughly enjoyed our first visit to Sanchez farm. We purchased some fresh produce and the…read morewoman working there was so helpful and friendly. The strawberries were delicious and all the root vegetables and corn were fresh. We had been seeing the IG posts on their marigold harvest and were fortunate enough to time our visit for fresh flowers. The fall and Dia de los Muertos displays were beautiful and festive. Though it was very busy, everyone was nice and helpful. There is plenty of parking in the dirt lot and portable restrooms are available. If you are looking for a wonderful fall picture opportunity and some lovely fresh flowers this harvest weekend is a great time to pay a visit.

I haven't been back here since COVID occurred, but I'm so happy to have come back here to…read moreexperience cherry picking again! I came here with family on a weekend, and due to the large crop bloom, there was a BOGO deal going on this year where if you buy 1 bucket, you get another bucket free! It 's always extremely hot whenever we come here as it would be usually in the summer months. I suggest being prepared because you walk up a small incline in between rows of cherry trees, so being hydrated is necessary. Parking and entrance is free, instructions are given by staff and they lead you to where to go to begin picking. General rules include no eating the cherries inside, no yanking cherries off of branches (leaving stems behind help them grow again), and for the BOGO deal, you must fill up an entire bucket. Now, it can be pricey because it's currently at $6.50 a lb (.50 cents increase compared to pre-covid) and I think a bucket can contain at LEAST 10-12 lbs. So you need to shell out at least $65 in order to do the BOGO deal for example. A staff actually said that a bucket might cost about $85 each when I asked. We didn't do the deal because that would be too much for our small family, so I think this is optimal for large groups! We ended up paying $48 for our bucket and we went our ways. Good for a quick hour. Too long and you may overheat from the heat! - bring own water, bottles sold onsite are $2 each - local honey is also sold - 2 lbs minimum for adult to purchase - overall fun and unique experience! - always double check dates and times, sometimes they close at 1/2pm!

Villa del Sol is a family-owned cherry farm and the largest one in the area. Came here with my…read moreboyfriend on a Friday morning to pick cherries and it wasn't too crowded. It's best to go on a weekday or around open on the weekend (7:00am) to avoid crowds. It gets hot during the day, so going early also helps to avoid the heat. The cherry trees do provide some shade though. Parking is free and easy to find. There is no entrance fee, but there is a $10 minimum per person. Cherries are priced at $6.50 per pound. You pay for the cherries at the end after you're done picking. The farm also sells honey that can be purchased when you pay for the cherries. The staff are kind and helpful. Upon arrival, we were given buckets for picking the cherries and given an explanation on where to go and what cherries are currently ripe for picking. Most of the cherries ready to pick at the time were Brooks and Rainiers. There were a few Bing cherry trees to pick from as well. The crop this year is top tier in quantity and quality due to the good weather. While we were picking cherries, there are staff members who walk around with hooks to help people access cherries that are out of reach. Shoutout to Ramon who helped us reach the ripest cherries on many Brooks and Rainier trees! We chatted with him about all things cherry and he told us about wrinkled cherries. These cherries are some of the sweetest ones due to the sun exposure and partial dehydration which result in a more concentrated flavor. We appreciate his insights and enjoyed his company while cherry picking. Overall, we really enjoyed our experience at Villa del Sol and give it 5/5 across all categories. Highly recommend to anyone who has not visited a cherry farm, picked cherries, or looking for a fun date idea. The cherries are so sweet and much better than the store-bought ones. We will definitely be back!

Overall: Great spot for some sweet fruit. Peaches were small but very sweet. It was a bit pricey,…read morebut I think it was worth coming here for it! Service was very no frills - it is a small stand on the side of the road (almost missed it when driving here). I think because we went during the beginning of the peach season, there were only peaches and apricots for sale. I believe that they take cash only so keep that in mind when you come here! There is plenty of parking on the side of the road.

Love their fruit! Always look forward to it in the summer. Especially their peaches!!read more

This is an absolute gem! Vidal, the farmer grows the most beautiful produce . Hard to do in our…read moredesert with extreme weather! He is enthusiastic and loves farming. Our meals are, without doubt so much better with his produce. He offers a large variety and the quality is top notch! I highly recommend his CSA.

Amazing produce from an amazing farmer. Highly recommend checking this small organic farm out and…read moresupport small business. The owner is extremely hard working and puts thought and care into his farm and produce.

I recently attended a brunch at Bloom Ranch in Acton, CA. Bloom Ranch is Los Angeles County's…read morelargest Black-owned ranch, led by Dr. Bill Releford group. Our group organizer asked everyone to arrive to the ranch by 9:30 a.m. My wife and I made the long drive from the Torrance, Ca area. Although the trip was lengthy, I was pleasantly surprised upon arrival by the warm welcome and helpful staff assisting with parking, which made for a positive first impression. We arrived to Bloom Ranch arriving at 9:30 a.m., after a long drive from the Torrance area. Despite the chilly 41-degree weather, the staff made everyone comfortable by welcoming our group inside to warm up before seating us outdoors. With about 100 guests in attendance, and heat lamps provided, the setup was well organized and accommodating. Guests were dismissed by tables to enjoy a brunch that was fresh, hot, and delicious. From eggs, grits, and waffles to a made-to-order omelet station, every dish was prepared perfectly. The attentive food crew ensured coffee and juice were served promptly and professionally. Adding to the atmosphere, a live saxophonist provided enjoyable music during the meal. After brunch, guests were invited to explore the Bloom Ranch Store, which offered a wide variety of goods including fresh eggs, greens, honey, butter, pantry items, harvest boxes, candles, vinegar, and more. The ranch also offers driving and walking tours of the beautiful property--an experience you look forward to enjoying on your next visit.

Such a great adventure. Celebrating a friends birthday and we rode up to see the produce, nature…read moreand got the chance to take a tour. All staff were helpful, friendly and knowledgeable about the product. The energy was so relaxing, happy and tasty! We were able to sample the vinaigrette, tangerines, trail mix, toffee, jams and butter. My favorite was the honey ginger and peach vinaigrette. The trail mix was addictive and the honey was so good. I bought broccoli, green tomato, peach and honey ginger vinaigrette, brown sugar scrub, sun dried tomato with garlic, honey in a jar, peach vanilla jam (taste just like peach cobbler) Can't wait to go back in the spring

We always make sure to stop here if we're passing by. They have fruits, veggies, nuts, candy,…read morehoney, and some decor, amongst other things. They are pretty fairly priced but it can add up quickly if you get too excited getting a bit of everything. We like to come by during berry season. We also come for pumpkin season. They have a few rows of fruits where you can shop and pick yourself. Sometimes they will also have pre selected boxes where you can't swap, just take as is. I do think it's better to pick your own fruit. We've gotten pre selected boxes before and haven't had great luck, with some fruit being old and on the verge of expiring. Good to know: they have a giant pokeball for decoration by the parking lot, which makes a good photo op for kids (and adults too).

I always want to stop here and I always forget or realize as I'm already passing it by too quickly…read morebut I'm glad I stopped in! Everything in here looks amazing and clean. The strawberries especially! It wasn't too busy when I pulled in and as I was looking it got very busy! By the time I got into line the line was wrapping around their little store (which is nextdoor to this area pictured here) With the strawberries looking so good I couldn't pass them up! We got that and some salt water taffy and definitely will be back again soon!

The five stars go to strawberries! They are flavorful, juicy, and aromatic! They taste real unlike…read morethe "plastic" ones from the grocery stores.

They are very welcoming! Years ago the owner sold us a lemon tree, it's still in my backyard. The…read moreproduce, nuts and dried fruits are great. Definitely worth the drive from the OC.

This is a great international market featuring a wide range of products. I've been coming here…read morerecently for various reasons but my family has been coming here for many years. Valley Marketplace is a chain and they have stores in Simi Valley and Valencia as well. There are lot of pros to consider: -Great prices with fresh produce (some items not found elsewhere) including some organic items. -Great variety of items from produce, spices, snacks and more (other items include bakery items, frozen foods, alcohol, kitchen/cleaning items etc) featuring American items, Asian items and Middle Eastern -Deli and butcher -Parking is fairly easy. They have a lot in the front but the majority is in the back. -Fast check out -Various stores in the same building featuring a watch store, bakery and take out eatery

I just got home and started unpacking my groceries. The organic white lavash bread was covered with…read moremold. I called the store and reported it to the manager, but he blamed his cashier for not inspecting it before putting it on the shelves. Unbelievable.

The most delicious pears in the area. Family owned business. Very friendly! Worth the drive.read more

From the owner: Our family business strives to provide their customers with high quality, delicious, fresh, and…read morelocal pears.