Nestled near the Central Coast of California lies Santa Maria, a community known for wine and mouthwatering Santa Maria-style barbecue, a regional culinary tradition.The community is part of the nation’s largest wine-producing region – Santa Barbara Wine Country – and home to many famous wineries. Santa Maria offers locals and visitors access to many cultural venues, including the Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts, where many notable actors started their careers, including Robin Williams, Kathy Bates, and Zac Effron.