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What's New In Wine Country

Brandon Dawson, center, celebrates after winning the Safeway 52nd annual World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off in Half Moon Bay, Calif., Monday, Oct. 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)

Giant-Pumpkin Grower Brandon Dawson Shares Top Sonoma County Spots

When he's not busy growing the largest pumpkin in California, Brandon Dawson finds respite and family fun at these local destinations.

Outdoor dining area. (Steve Magner / Sotheyby’s International Realty)

Traditional Napa Valley Home Evokes French Country Style

Sitting area of great room. (Sebastian Jimenez Creative)

Small Sonoma Home Maximizes Space With Creative Design

Apple Strudel from Tisza Bistro chef/owner Krisztian Karkus Monday, February 12, 2024, in Healdsburg. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

The Best Desserts in Sonoma County, According to Our Editors and Readers

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Hand-crafted cocktails made during the Wizards of Elixirs Cocktail Competition in 2024. This year's Wizards of Elixirs competition will take place Oct. 28 at Brewsters Beer Garden in Petaluma. (Don Lex)

Where To Celebrate Halloween in Sonoma County

Halloween happenings abound this year in Sonoma County, from carnivals and costume contests to film screenings and haunted tours.

An assortment baguettes and other breads are displayed at Nightingale Breads, Sunday, October 9, 2022, in Forestville. (Darryl Bush / For The Press Democrat)

Who Won Big at the Harvest Fair Food Competition? Here Are the Results

Shrimp po'boy at the Parish Cafe in Healdsburg. (Parish Cafe)

Who’s Ready for Gator Tots? Cajun Restaurant in Healdsburg Now Open for Dinner

Top Restaurants

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

A selection of pastries and baked goods from Water Street Bistro Thursday, Aug. 29, 2025 in Petaluma. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

Top Sonoma County Restaurant Picks From a Food Critic

1/21/2012: B1: PC: Jamie Spaletta, prepares to take an order, Friday Jan. 20, 2012 at Volpi's Ristorante and Historical Bar in Petaluma. (Kent Porter / Press Democrat) 2012

Historic Sonoma County Restaurants That Are Still Going Strong

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)

25 Best Outdoor Dining Spots in Sonoma County

The Roasted Garlic Ranch Burger with Valley Ford Estero cheese and housemade ranch dressing from Americana restaurant in Santa Rosa. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

The Best Restaurants for Newcomers to Sonoma County

Onion Soup Gratinee with croutons and melted gruyère from Brigitte Bistro Sunday, July 6, 2025 in Petaluma. (John Burgess / Press Democrat)

There’s a New Wave of French Restaurants in Sonoma County

A dish at Cyrus restaurant in Geyserville. (J Evan)

Michelin-Starred Restaurants in Sonoma and Napa Counties

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

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One of the best pitmasters around: Kris Austin of A&M BBQ in Sebastopol. (Kim Carroll / Sonoma Magazine)

Favorite Sebastopol Barbecue Spot Expands Hours for Fans

Boasting a long line as soon as the doors open, this popular Sebastopol barbecue spot will now stay open later for adoring crowds.

Fungi limone pizza at Rosso Pizzeria & Wine Bar in Santa Rosa on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. (Christopher Chung/The Press Democrat)

Beloved Santa Rosa Pizzeria Reopens With New Owners, but the Food Is Just as Good

Chocolate Sacher Torte from Folia Friday, September 19, 2025 in Healdsburg. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

New Healdsburg Restaurant Continues Celebrity Chef Charlie Palmer’s Legacy

Greatest Hits

The Ultimate Guide to Sonoma Tasting Rooms

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

Jenner Headlands Preserve. (Brook Edwards / Sonoma County Tourism)

Best Places to Stop Along Highway 1 on the Sonoma Coast

Short Rib Barbacoa Tacos from Quiote in downtown Petaluma, Friday, Sept. 8, 2023. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

8 Must-Try Dishes in Sonoma County

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Travel

Jeremiah Kahmoson mountain biking in Annadel-Trione State Park, Santa Rosa, California. (Jerry Dodrill Photography)

Want to Explore the Best of Sonoma County? There’s a State Park for That!

Visit redwood reserves, oak woodlands, coastal regions and historic landmarks with our guide to Sonoma County's state parks.

A cyclist pedals along the Lower Colgan Loop Trail at Taylor Mountain Regional Park & Open Space Preserve in Santa Rosa Tuesday, June 10, 2025. (Beth Schlanker / The Press Democrat)

New Trails at Beloved Santa Rosa Park Give Hikers, Bikers More Space To Roam

A West Wine Tours Volkswagen bus stops at Marilyn's Vineyard in Kenwood. (John Burgess / Sonoma Magazine)

Spend A Perfect Wine Weekend in Sonoma Valley

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

The Silver Oak Alexander Valley tasting room in Healdsburg. (Silver Oak)

Best Wineries in Sonoma’s Alexander Valley for Cabernet Sauvignon

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. (Pedroncelly 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

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Private chef Jessie Keilt is the daughter of Grateful Dead lyricist Robert Hunter. After spending the previous day on stage introducing Dead & Company, Keilt created a meal for Trixie Garcia, daughter of Jerry, and Reya Hart, daughter of Mickey, at the family home of longtime friend and Sonoma County winemaker Phil Coturri Tuesday, August 5, 2025 in Sonoma. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

Host a Grateful Dead-Inspired Harvest Dinner With These Recipes From a Local Chef

A Sonoma County chef who grew up in the extended Grateful Dead family creates a menu to celebrate the band’s 60th anniversary.

Dan Lehrer, a co-owner of Little Apple Treats has compared horticultural drawings of Sebastopol Gravenstein apples, this one from an orchard in Virginia in 1909, while researching the origins and spread of our beloved local fruit Thursday July 24, 2025. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

Will the Real Gravenstein Apple Please Stand Up?

Green unripe tomatoes hang on a tomato bush branch. (Iryna Boiko / Getty Images)

As Fall Sets In, Here’s What To Do With the Last of Summer’s Tomatoes

Home

A newly built estate on two acres in Sonoma, is currently listed for $12,995,000. (CS Photography / Sotheby’s International Realty)

Newly Built Sonoma Home Is a Fresh Take on Modern Farmhouse Style

The work of a local, family-owned design studio, the Sonoma home includes a gym, pool and spa, guest casita and fire suppression elements.

Living room. (Jim Nevill Productions)

Mid-Century Modern Russian River Home Is a Cozy Retreat in the Redwoods

The deck boasts views of the ocean and a nearby golf course. (Open Homes Photography)

Want To Live Near the Beach? This Bodega Bay Home Is for You

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Some of the Kenwood pillow-fight artifacts collected by Pillowfight Coffee proprietors Joshua and Ashley Breinlinger. Photo taken at Pilllowfight Coffee in Kenwood Village on Highway 12 on Friday, Dec. 13, 2024. (Robbi Pengelly / The Sonoma Index-Tribune)

Local Guinness World Record Holders: From Talking Birds to Star Wars Collections

The newly remodeled Foppiano Vineyards & Winery tasting room Thursday, September 18, 2025 in Healdsburg. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

Historic Healdsburg Winery Enters New Era With Modern Tasting Room

Pumpkin spice lattes from Black Oak Coffee Roasters

The Best Pumpkin Spice Lattes and Sweet Treats in Sonoma County

The Pork Roll at Golden Bear Station's breakfast pop-up in Kenwood. The East Coast bacon, egg and cheese (BECSPK) roll is another favorite, along with espresso drinks. (Heather Irwin / The Press Democrat)

Popular Chef Brings NYC Breakfast Favorite to Sonoma County

Dot Wine winemaker Lise Asimont and her husband/co-owner Shawn Phillips walk in a Shone Farm vineyard July 22, 2025 where they source some of their grapes for their 2025 North Coast Wine Challenge Sweepstakes winners. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

‘A Farmer at Heart’: For North Coast’s Winemaker of the Year, Success Begins in the Vineyard

At Compline restaurant and wine shop in Napa. (Compline)

Wine Spectator Named These Local Wine Bars Among Its All-Around Favorites

Lemon pancakes with cottage cheese and syrup from Verano Cafe Thursday, June 13, 2024, in Sonoma. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

Where to Get the Best Pancakes in Sonoma County

The Sonoma Spritz, a low-alcohol, flavor-forward cocktail created for the 200th annual Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival in Sonoma. (Sonoma Valley Vintners and Growers Alliance)

This Cocktail Honors the 200th Anniversary of Harvest in Sonoma Valley. Here’s How To Make It

Napa Getaway

Landmark Vineyards has created a family-friendly environment at their Kenwood estate. (Landmark Vineyards)

10 Kid-Friendly Wineries in Sonoma and Napa

Grape juice and fun activities for the kids, vino for the parents — it's a win-win.

Pavilion. (Paul Rollins / Sotheby’s International Realty)

$26.5 Million Napa Estate Hits Market as Region’s Second-Highest Listing

The Picobar at Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection in Calistoga is an outdoor, poolside cafe. Photo taken on Thursday, September 23, 2021. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

2 Local Spots Named Among World’s Best by Travel + Leisure

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