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Gone Bananas doughnut at SoCo Dough Co. at the Graton Resort & Casino includes banana pudding, chocolate glaze, peanut butter, chocolate crispies and caramelized banana. (Heather Irwin/The Press Democrat)

A $275 Gold-Leaf Doughnut Just Debuted in Sonoma County

A new doughnut shop at Graton Resort & Casino is leaning into Vegas-style excess with banana pudding-filled pastries, dirty milk drinks and a $275 gold-leaf doughnut served with vintage cognac.

Guy Fieri Is Coming to a Pacific Market Near You

A latte and a glass of One-Way West Coast IPA at Sandpino’s Coffee and Brews in Rohnert Park Friday, March 27, 2026. (Beth Schlanker / The Press Democrat)

The Newest Coffee Shops in Sonoma County: From Cold Brew To Vietnamese Coffee

Exterior of floating sauna at a marina in Sausalito, California.

Wind Down at Wine Country’s Newest Hot Spots: Saunas

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Dining

Mofongo, fried green plantains crushed with fresh garlic and olive oil with housemade Pique de Piña from El Coqui Puerto Rican Cuisine Friday, May 8, 2026 in downtown Santa Rosa. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

After 17 Years, This Santa Rosa Restaurant Still Feels Like the Best House Party in Town

With sangria, salsa and a loyal following, El Coqui has spent nearly two decades bringing Puerto Rican comfort food and cha-cha-cha charm to Santa Rosa.

Jennifer Daly, co-owner and CEO of Rainy Day Chocolate in Forestville, Sunday, March 29, 2026, leads a tour of the facility. (Kent Porter / The Press Democrat)

Rainy Day Chocolate in Forestville Offers Tastings, Classes for Everyday Sweetness

Army Stew, center, surrounded by a variety of dishes at Seoul to Tokyo restaurant in Santa Rosa Monday, May 4, 2026. (Beth Schlanker / The Press Democrat)

The Soul of Seoul: Comforting Korean Cuisine in Santa Rosa

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Top Restaurants

Tacos de Birria con queso with consomme for dipping from Cielito Lindo restaurant in Santa Rosa. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

20 Favorite Mexican Restaurants in Sonoma County

If you're heading out to the coast, the Wild Poppy offers a creekside, dog-friendly patio with music for brunch on the weekends Saturday, July 13, 2024 on the Bodega Highway west of Sebastopol. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

24 Best Outdoor Dining Spots in Sonoma County

Strawberry Tart with strawberry compote, vanilla cream, mint strawberry sorbet and meringue from Bijou Monday, July 1, 2025, in Petaluma. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

Sonoma County’s Best New Restaurants of 2025

Spaghetti all Bolognese with American Kobe beef, veal and pork ribs in a slow-cooked meat sauce at Baci Cafe and Wine Bar Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025 in Healdsburg. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

The Best Italian Restaurants in Sonoma County

Seafood ramen with a medley of scallops, shrimp and squid in a shiso ponzu broth from Taste of Tea in Healdsburg. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

Cozy Sonoma Restaurants and Bars for Chilly Days

Beet and Butter Bean Hummus garnished with pickled carrot, toasted pistachios and mint, served with grilled ciabatta from chef Barney McGrath's Meatless Monday meals at Muir's Tea Room. (photo by John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

25 Sonoma Restaurants for Delicious Plant-Based Meals

The Mushroom Pie with herbed cream sauce, chives, mozzarella and fontina from Buck’s Place Friday, July 19, 2024, in Sonoma. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

Top Sonoma County Restaurant Picks from a Food Critic, Part Two

A plate of tacos includes four types: al pastor, veggie, fish, and shrimp, at El Roy’s Express Mex truck No. 2 on Santa Rosa Avenue in Santa Rosa, on Thursday, July 11, 2024. (Darryl Bush / For The Press Democrat)

Who’s Got the Best Tacos in Sonoma County? Here Are Our Dining Editor’s Top Picks

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BiteClub

Best of Margarita: Best Of La Rosa Tequileria & Grille Monday, July 8, 2024. (Photo by John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

Where to Get the Best Margaritas in Sonoma County

Whether it's Cinco de Mayo or National Margarita Day, Sonoma County serves up some marvelous margaritas any day of the year.

Roasted Red Kuri with Harissa and Roasted Pepitas from the Glen Ellen Star restaurant. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

Fun Foodie Events in Sonoma County to Feast on in May

Award-winning pies from PizzaLeah Wednesday, April 16, 2025, in Windsor. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

It’s Bay Area Pizza Week and the Pies Are Flying in Sonoma County

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Greatest Hits

Madeira House co-owner Jacqueline Goncalves in Jenner Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025. (Beth Schlanker / The Press Democrat)

A Complete Compendium of All Things Cozy in Sonoma County

The Ultimate Guide to Sonoma Tasting Rooms

Lumache al Pesto with spring pea pesto, morel mushrooms and aged parmesan from Stella Wednesday, March 26, 2025, in Kenwood. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

25 Not-to-Miss Sonoma County Restaurants in 2025

At House of Flowers’ 15.5-acre estate, guests can taste winemaker Chantal Forthun’s highly expressive wines in the architecturally impressive hospitality house or in the lush gardens beneath the redwoods. (Flowers Vineyards & Winery)

The Best Sonoma Wineries for First-Time Visitors

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Travel

Participants sit in a circle as they share experiences during “forest bathing” at Sugarloaf Ridge State Park in Kenwood, on Sunday, November 23, 2025. (Darryl Bush / For The Press Democrat)

Local State Park Named Best Hidden Gem in California

The California State Parks Foundation's second annual "best of" poll highlights a Kenwood park as the top hidden gem in the state.

Local Beach Town Named One of the Best in California

The Casini Ranch Family Campground in Duncans Mills

Sonoma County Camping Spot Named Among Most Unique in the US

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Top Wineries

Entrance to the wine cave at Thomas George Estates in Healdsburg. (Thomas George Estates)

Sip Wine and Stay Cool in These Sonoma Wine Caves

Outdoor wine tasting and picnic at Aesthete Winery & Farm in Healdsburg. (Aesthete Winery & Farm)

13 Favorite Sonoma Wineries for Picnics

Dogs are welcome at Mutt Lynch Winery in Windsor. (Mutt Lynch Winery)

33 Best Dog-Friendly Wineries in Sonoma County

The colorful flowers in the winery gardens of Lynmar Estate in Sebastopol make for a pretty backdrop for a selfie. (Lynmar Estate)

15 Sonoma Wineries With Gorgeous Gardens

Raghni Naidu, owner and founder of Naidu Wines and Vineyards in Sebastopol. Photo taken Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022. (Beth Schlanker / The Press Democrat)

Local Wineries Among Best California Newcomers on Food & Wine List

Founded by John Pedroncelli, Sr. in 1927, the Geyserville property is now run as a fourth-generation business by president Julie Pedroncelli St. John, with Montse Reece as winemaker. (Pedroncelli Winery)

Meet the Women Behind Some of Sonoma and Napa’s Best Wines

Faust Wines' hilltop tasting room Faust Haus is set in an old Victorian overlooking Napa Valley, located in St. Helena. (Courtesy of Faust Wines)

Over a Dozen Local Bottles Make Wine Spectator’s Top 100 Wines of 2024

Gap's Crown vineyard northeast of Penngrove. (Dan Quiñones/Courtesy Three Sticks Wines)

Wines To Try From the Most Iconic Vineyards in Sonoma County

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TreeNests are prepared with beeswax and a resinous substance called propolis to attract honeybees before being installed. (Eileen Roche)

Learn About a Local Nonprofit’s Unconventional Approach To Boost the Honeybee Population

Honeybees are essential to our food system and their dwindling numbers have caused alarm. The head of a Sebastopol nonprofit encourages them to live outside of the box hive.