If you need a dose of roadside side attractions, may I suggest the World’s Largest Pistachio?
You can see it – and many of the ordinary-sized ones – at McGinn’s Pistachio Tree Ranch and Arena Blanca Winery, On highway 54 north out of Alamogordo.
If you need a more compelling reason than seeing an enormous pistachio statue, I have two words for you:
FREE SAMPLES!
That’s right, they let you try all the delicious pistachio concoctions that they have for sale. Pistachios in the shell, pistachios out of the shell, pistachio brittle, flavored pistachios – you name it! I’ll bet they had 25 different flavors and preparations there to try.
And, if pistachios aren’t you thing, how about wine? Yes, they had wine tasting, too.
Keep your eyes peeled for the rack cards advertising area attractions when you are in other business. I picked one up and got a free bag of pistachios with a purchase of more then $10.
What did chronically frugal Kim buy, you might ask. Well, let me tell you! They had plus sized tee shirts. And not only did they have larger shirts, they had them separated on their own racks. No pawing through size extra small wondering is they have one that fits!
They also give tours of the pistachio ranch. I missed the tour, but I’ll bet it is interesting.
If my post has you hankering for some pistachios, you can check out their website. www.pistachioland.com