{"id":296,"date":"2024-04-16T21:49:31","date_gmt":"2024-04-16T21:49:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/escondidoneighbors.org\/?page_id=296"},"modified":"2026-01-10T20:55:10","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T20:55:10","slug":"local-living","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/escondidoneighbors.org\/?page_id=296","title":{"rendered":"Local Living"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Living in paradise as we do, it is possible to meet a lot of our needs locally. This strengthens our local economy, reduces climate impacts, and supports a more sustainable society. Here are just a few events, things to do, places to shop, places to enjoy nature, and, importantly, where to eat sustainably in the Escondido area. And, of course, not a complete list. If you have recommendations, please email EscoNeighbors@gmail.com<\/a> .<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to see, do, eat, and enjoy nature in the Escondido area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arts and Events Escondido <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1.      Queen Calafia\u2019s Magic Circle.<\/strong>  Don\u2019t miss this.  Best art installation in the whole county (Country?)! This sculpture garden puts Escondido on the world map of major art destinations.  In Kit Carson Park but a little tricky to find.  Look for the colorful serpent guiding your way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2.      Center for the Performing Arts Escondido.<\/strong>  Opened in the early 90s and was inaugurated by Opera Singer Cecelia Bartoli.  One of the best sounding halls in the region (probably the best).  The museum is great too.  Needs everyone\u2019s support.  https:\/\/artcenter.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3.      Tamale Festival <\/strong>in Grape Day Park.  Enough said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4.      Annual Mariachi Festival. at the Center for the Arts.  <\/strong>Best music ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5.      Felicita County Park <\/strong>Our beautiful local jewel of a park.  It has beautiful natural walking trails, dogs can come (on leash please), and lots of play areas for kids.  An amazing place.  Don\u2019t miss the numerous morteros all around the park as this was a gathering place for indigenous people for 1,000s of years.   If you live nearby, buying an annual parking pass is worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6.      Dia de los Muertos Celebration. <\/strong> Again, Center for the Arts and one of the most moving and stunning celebrations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7.      San Diego Archaeological Center <\/strong>16666 San Pasqual Valley Rdis another unsung treasure of our region. Introduction to the 10,000 year history of original residents of the area.   https:\/\/sandiegoarchaeology.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

8.      Orfila Winery Trivia Nights.<\/strong>  Usually only in the summer but they have a great trivia competition and food trucks.  Very fun especially if someone on your team knows sports and pop-culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9.      Mother\u2019s Day Historic Home Tour.  <\/strong>Legendary and a fun way to see many of our amazing historic homes in Old Escondido<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10.  Annual Adobe Home Tour<\/strong> Escondido has the largest concentration of adobe homes outside of New Mexico.  In fact, there is a whole subdivision of them in the SE part of the city, east of center city and north of the mall. If you start looking, they are all throughout the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

11.  Daley Ranch<\/strong> a protected habitat and recreational area in the north of the city.  Beautiful hiking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

12.  Lake Hodges Waterfall Hike.<\/strong> Nice and mostly flat.  So pleasant to hear the Western Grebes chitter and dance. Zone-tailed hawks, golden eagles, gnatcatchers, and many other amazing birds have been seen here.  Also, the Bernardo Mountain hike<\/strong>, not flat but stunning views if you can get there!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

13. Escondido Farmer’s Market.<\/strong> Tuesdays 2-6. Check website for hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Local Business Jewels<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Escondido has some wonderful small, local businesses. Please patronize when you can. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Be Wise Ranch CSA<\/strong>– Community Supported agriculture (CSA) organic farm in the San Pasqual Valley.  https:\/\/www.bewiseranch.com\/<\/a> Becoming a member of this CSA ensures you get the freshest, most beautiful, organic fruits and vegetables every week (or other week depending). Very highly recommended. Eat better, healthier, and lower your food carbon footprint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moosa Creek Nursery<\/strong> a great place to buy California Native Plants. http:\/\/www.moosacreeknursery.com\/Default.aspx?<\/a> You can order them online and pick them up at El Plantio <\/strong>Is Escondido. https:\/\/www.elplantionurseryescondido.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brilliant Spectrum<\/strong> Art<\/strong> our local artist-in-residence, Brenda Townsend is a wonderful artist and muralist, and offers art classes locally for adults and youth. Highly recommended. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Talavera Ranch <\/strong>is located at 1450 S. Hale Ave in Escondido and has BEAUTIFUL imported talavera pots from Mexico. Beautiful work. Open Saturdays 9-3 and otherwise by appointment. Call Sandra at 951-522-9171.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Northgate Market<\/strong>.  Mexican grocery with EVERYTHING you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Salty Lemonade. <\/strong> A wonderful local business to be sure to try out is Salty Lemonade at 306 W. El Norte Pkwy, Suite K in Escondido. Their website is here  https:\/\/www.saltylemonade.com\/<\/a>. Salty Lemonade is so refreshing and full of healthy enzymes as it is a fermented drink. Don\u2019t miss it! Salty Lemonade will also deliver pre-made drinks to your home. There is the Classic, Hibiscus, and other amazing drinks. They also have refillable growlers! Don\u2019t miss this jewel of Escondido.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

760-696-1090 (Storefront. Texts are OK)
619-780-6943 (Texts are OK)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Email: bestsaltylemonade@gmail.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Asian Groceries<\/strong>.  If you cook a lot of Asian food- or want to here is a great place to get the real ingredients, the bicultural La Sorpresa Barata\/Asian Market<\/u><\/strong>  850 E Valley Pkwy<\/p>\n\n\n\n

B&B Appliance<\/strong>– On Escondido Blvd,  A great, family owned, appliance store with service too.  Don\u2019t think they are more expensive, in a recent request, their costs for the same appliances were lower than a large chain store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sattva Yoga Center<\/strong>– a wonderful yoga studio with classes for all levels https:\/\/sattvayogacenter.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exotica Nursery<\/strong>.\u00a0 Just outside of Esco is an experience and they sell every fruit plant imaginable.\u00a0 Go just to experience the jungle!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Locally Owned Restaurants for Sustainable Meals<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Craft and Taco Lounge<\/strong>. 511 West Valley Parkway, something for every eater. https:\/\/www.yelp.com\/biz\/craft-and-taco-lounge-escondido-3<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Himalayan Chulo<\/strong>, Nepalese and Indian, great for vegetarians and vegans too! Website here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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