Our culinary experiences in Paso Robles often were adventures as well.  On our moving through the city and countryside  we discovered that the fine wines are accompanied with some interesting cuisines.
We enjoyed two most  interesting dining experiences in downtown Paso Robles.  The first at La Cosecha Bar & Restaurant.  The menu here shows influence of both Cuban and Latin cuisines.  We were there for lunch and started with the Ceviche of the day and Pastelitos Catracho which were Honduran styled empanadas of beef and potato.  We shared everything with our dining partners as well as the stone fired pizza Martguerita which followed.  The restaurant is large with a showplace bar and includes some streetside dining as well.
La Cosecha Bar & Restaurant is located at 835 12th Street across from the Park in downtown Paso Robles.  Telephone 805 226-0300.
We were back downtown for a most interesting evening at Thomas Hill Organic Kitchen where we were greeted by Owner Debbie Thomas.  The restaurant enjoys an unusual decor and ambiance thanks to a courtyard with one wall covered with green foliage and which can be open or roofed depending on the weather.  There is also an indoor dining room.  We sat in the courtyard on a perfect evening while we studied the  very interesting menu.  Chef Kurt, who we met, offers choices like Thai Chili Salmon, Moroccan roasted half chicken, Bucatini & Sea Urchin or seared duck breast which was our choice. Starters were interesting as well with clams& chorizo, Dungeness crab cakes or short rib tacos.  We chose and enjoyed the warm beet & goat cheese salad which included roasted pomegranate seeds and toasted pistachios.  Chef Kurt shows sides like potato leek cake or roasted maitake mushrooms or creamy polenta.
This was indeed fine dining which we enjoyed with  McPrice 2015 Zinfandel from Paso Robles.  The wine list, like the menu, is extensive with many of the local wineries represented.
Thomas Hill Organic Kitchen is located at 1313 Park Street, Paso Robles, Ca.,  Telephone 805 226-5888,  web www.thomashillorganics.com.
Few places offer the tranquility and serenity of a golf course with its manicured greenways. artistic setting and the sheer luxury of spaciousness.
As  an inept golfer for some 30 years this Writer has learned that this peaceful feeling can best be experienced in the club house dining room rather than on the course.  Playing golf does not always bring out the best in people, what seemed a delightful day can be quickly erased in a few moments, leaving  disappointment and disgust while  pondering "how could I take four putts on a  hole."
 I thought of this as I looked over the breakfast menu at the Hunter Ranch Golf Club Restaurant.  From the picture windows of the dining room the course stretched out offering luxurious contentment for the ex golfer who has abandoned the game for the clubhouse.
Located just off Highway 46 East Hunter Ranch has been presenting enjoyment for both golfers and diners sine 1994.  Our breakfast included traditional dishes like bacon and eggs and my French Toast.  Service was excellent with a friendly waitress and soon we were off for another business day exploring Paso Robles.
Hunter Ranch Golf Club is located at 4041 Highway 46 East in Paso Robles, Ca 93446,  Telephone 805-237-7444, web www.hunterranchgolf.com.