The temperate, fertile Willamette Valley is as recognized for its thriving farm-to-table culture as its large concentration of wineries. Tucked into the vibrant, naturally beautiful, southern part of the valley, you'll find a foodie's paradise in the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region. Choose from these opportunities to ignite your palate and indulge in award-winning wine, gourmet food and captivating culinary experiences.

	Sweet Cheeks winemaker, Mark Nicholl, extols the virtues of the Willamette Valley’s terrior.

Tour Fifth Street Public Market, home to some of the Pacific Northwest’s finest cafés, restaurants and cooking stores.

While at the market, feed your passion for cuisine by signing up for a cooking class at Hartwick’s specialty cooking store.

Treat yourself at Marché, an award-winning, full-service French bistro-style restaurant and bar featuring the finest Northwest seasonal ingredients and wines. Also visit Marché Provisions, the restaurant’s specialty food store and bakery.

Stop by the Sweet Cheeks Winery tasting room and discover award-winning Pinot noir, Pinot gris, Chardonnay and Riesling.

Explore King Estate's organic winery, which features a renowned restaurant and wine bar with wine tasting and tours.

Lively Organic Farm is perfect for an overnight retreat. The two-story guest house sleeps four people and the organic gardens are open for guests to experience the region’s freshest bounty.

Catch Oregon trout, salmon or steelhead in the McKenzie River on a trip with A. Helfrich Outfitter.

Held every January, the Oregon Truffle Festival  celebrates the rare, native Oregon truffle featuring gourmet dinners, expert-led forays, and engaging lectures and workshops.

Every place you go − from north to south and east to west − the Willamette Valley is ripe with palate-pleasing travel opportunities. Check out these additional ideas for rounding out your gourmand vacation experience in cities and towns throughout the region.

Pick Your Produce – St. Paul
Go to the family-owned and operated French Prairie Gardens for produce, jams, syrups and pies.

Meet Me in Albany – Albany
Eat fresh, local cuisine at Sybaris restaurant in downtown Albany. Known for his classical preparation and innovation, Chef Matthew Bennett provides a seasonal menu every month.

Tasty Take-Out – Canby

	Dundee Bistro Chef Jason Stoller-Smith dishes about his inspiration for mouth-watering entrées. Click to view.

For your next picnic, shop at Cutsforth’s Thriftway to get fresh-made breads from the artisan bakery and locally made candies.