Tri-Cities Official Visitors Guide 2008 - (Page 45) As you can see, agritourism abounds in the Tri-Cities, and the opportunities are endless. For more information on your next agritourism adventure in the Tri-Cities, call (509) 735-8486 or (800) 254-5824. www.VisitTri-Cities.com (800) 254-5824 or (509) 735-8486 45 www.winecountrycreations.com But this is just one example. There are many ways to incorporate agriculture into your stay in the Tri-Cities. You can buy fresh produce at the Country Mercantile, a farmers’ market, or roadside stand; feast on authentic Mexican meals or desserts at any roadside taco truck or panaderia (Mexican bakery); sample decadent chocolates and sauces at a local specialty foods store; live like a cowboy or cowgirl at the Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo while enjoying authentic barbecue and funnel cakes; take a cooking class through one of the cities’ community education programs; tour Dairy Fair to see the cheese-making process while sampling cheeses and ice cream; meet a winemaker, or tour the vineyards at one of 150 wineries within an hour’s drive; visit a microbrewery featuring locally-named brews while dining on fantastic food; or stop in during one of the area’s local food or wine festivals. Stephen Kingsford-Smith What exactly is agritourism? Agritourism occurs when tourism meets the world of agriculture. For example, visitors can tour farms and vineyards, purchase their products, and enjoy a variety of activities while there, such as concerts and festivals. www.winecountrycreations.com Stephen Kingsford-Smith http://winecountrycreations.com http://winecountrycreations.com http://www.VisitTri-Cities.com
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