SAN RAFAEL, CA, September 01, 2013 /24-7PressRelease/ -- It is not a secret that Marin County, California, is known as a place for the rich and the richer. It is a known hideout for the hip celebrity class who have, or have had, homes hidden in the valleys, on the mountain tops and amongst the tall trees.

Privately referred to as "Hollywood of the North," Marin's celebrity residents have included Eddie Murphy, Andre Agassi, Huey Lewis, Sean Penn, Grace Slick, Robert Redford, Robin Williams and other known singers and actors.

Recently, Tyler Florence, Joanne Weir, Sammy Hagar and Carlos Santana opened restaurants in Southern Marin.

The food scene in Marin has quietly gained popularity among food and wine aficionados in recent years. Food artisans have honed their craft to perfection and have gained many loyal followers.

Taste Marin Tours focuses on the farm families living in the peaceful scenic surroundings of West Marin's Tomales and Drake's Bays who work incredible hours to maintain their oyster farms, dairies, ranches and wineries.

This tasting tour visits local farmers, ranchers and wine and cheese makers to taste oysters, cheese, locally grown fresh food and wine deliciously-flavored with the rare terroir of West Marin.

A bonus for photographers are great photo opportunities with sightings of tule elk, water buffalo, foxes and mountain lions.

Price includes all tastings, lectures and transportation.

Tour Date: September 12, 2013

Registration-by Date: September 6, 2013

Registration Webpage: http://www.tastemarin.com/taste-marin-tours/

Registration Telephone: (866) 613-4438

Twitter: http://twitter.com/TasteMarin

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TasteMarin

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