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After Promise Center’s Easter services, Sunday, April 20, 2025, at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds in Santa Rosa, kids scramble for their share of 55,000 plastic eggs. (Kent Porter / The Press Democrat)

Where to Celebrate Easter in Sonoma County

Easter, April 5, is hopping right around the corner — which means it's time to start planning your Sunday brunches and egg hunts.

The owners of Shokakko, an Asian street food truck, from left, Elijah Trujillo, Kazuya Makishima and Kayla Hendrix, Jan. 23, 2025 on their Thursday night at Old Caz Beer in Rohnert Park. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

These Popular Local Food Spots Are Closing, For Now

Chris Amadio, owner of Mamadio’s, makes about 200 cheesesteaks on his regular Friday night, March 7, 2025 pop-up at Parliament Brewing Co. in Rohnert Park. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

Local Sandwich Pop-up Wins Top Honors at Annual Cheesesteak Festival in Rohnert Park

Stella and Glen Ellen Star chef/owner Ari Weiswasser

High-Profile Chef Opening a Smashburger Spot in Sonoma

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A rendering of the interior of Hapa's on the Mainland, coming in 2026. (Wilson Ishihara Design)

Hawaiian Restaurant From Sweet T’s Owners Coming Soon to Santa Rosa

Along with their Hawaii native business partner, the owners of Sweet T's plan to open the Hawaiian restaurant in Santa Rosa's former Cricklewood space.

Lamb Shank Tagine with ras el hanout, apricots and almonds with a Moroccan Mint Tea Fizz from Juju’s, a French-Moroccan dinner pop-up in the Acorn Café space on the square in Healdsburg. Photo taken Thursday, March 19, 2026. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

Michelin-Trained Chef Launches Local Moroccan-Inspired Pop-up

Fieldwork Brewing Company's line of NA beers are flying off the shelves. (Mo Alcaraz)

Sonoma County’s Best Beer Alternatives for Dry Spells

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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

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

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The Restaurant at Farmhouse Inn dining room in Forestville. (Farmhouse Inn)

Forestville’s Farmhouse Inn Restaurant Changes Direction

The west county restaurant is moving away from its Michelin-starred format with a revised menu and a new chef at the helm.

A festival attendee dipping into Truffle Tremor, a soft-ripen goat milk cheese during the 11th annual California Artisan Cheese Festival held at the Sheraton Sonoma County in Petaluma Sunday. March 26, 2017. (Erik Castro/for The Press Democrat)

The 2026 Artisan Cheese Festival Returns This Weekend

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New ‘Flambé House’ To Open in Sebastopol’s Former Gravenstein Grill

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

The Casini Ranch Family Campground in Duncans Mills

Sonoma County Camping Spot Named Among Most Unique in the US

The family-owned and operated RV park and campground sits on a 110-acre ranch next to a meandering stretch of the Russian River.

3/20/2014: B1: PC: Malisa Bruno turns a cartwheel while frolicking in a field of mustard at the Brown Farm, in Santa Rosa on Wednesday, March 19, 2014. (Christopher Chung/ The Press Democrat)

10 Sonoma County Spots for Seeing Mustard in Bloom

5/3/2014:A1: PASSING THROUGH: A pair of gray whales move north past Bodega Head on Thursday as they migrate to their summer feeding grounds off Alaska. The giant mammals have put on quite a show this week for visitors to the popular whale-watching spot that juts out into the ocean at the northern edge of Bodega Bay. PC: A pair of gray whales make their way north during their migration past Bodega Head on Thursday, May 1, 2014. (Christopher Chung/ The Press Democrat)

Sonoma Coast Named Best Place in the US for Whale Watching. Here’s When To Go

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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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‘The Only Place I Want to Be’: Poet Ada Limón’s Literary Journey Leads Her Back Home to Sonoma Valley

Former U.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limón on the beauty and unburdening of returning to her childhood home in Sonoma Valley.

Left to right (center), Tanner Faber, Michael Estens, and Katie-Lauren Dunbar (hyphenated first name), all of Santa Rosa, calling themselves the team name "Bidets and Confused" discuss their answers to trivia questions during trivia night presented by North Bay Trivia at Golden State Cider Taproom, Thursday, October 13, 2022, in Sebastopol. (Darryl Bush / For The Press Democrat)

The Local Brewpubs Hopping With Fun and Games

Cooperage Brewing Company art director and head of design Nicky London with the numerous beer cans featuring his artwork in Santa Rosa on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. (Christopher Chung/The Press Democrat)

Meet the Locals Making a Splash in the Beer Scene

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Patio. (Paul Rollins)

Local Storybook Estate Boasts Striking Lake Views and Traditional Style

The Mediterranean-style home perched above Napa's Lake Hennessey features two guesthouses, two pools, a tennis court and a Cabernet vineyard.

Living area of great room. (Julian Rundle)

A Santa Rosa Home With Chic, Modern Style Hits the Market

Pergola. (Open Homes Photography)

Artfully Remodeled Ranch Home in Sonoma Hits the Market

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Extra-virgin olive oil at McEvoy Ranch in Petaluma on Wednesday, June 8, 2022. (Beth Schlanker / The Press Democrat)

Local Olive Oil Producers Win California State Fair Awards

A selection of food from pop-up vendors at Old Caz Beer in Rohnert Park. Clockwise from top left, Mamadios' Italian roast pork sandwich; burgers and fries from The Spot food truck; Hawaiian plate lunch from The Poke Truck; Philly cheesesteak from Mamadios; tacos from Galvan's; fried chicken sandwich, fried soft shell crab sandwich, Spam musubi and waffle fries from Shokakko. (Eileen Roche)

These Local Breweries Serve Excellent Food

Visitors lounge on the amphitheatre lawn before the evening's concert at Lagunitas Brewing Company in Petaluma on Tuesday, August 9, 2016. (Alvin Jornada / The Press Democrat)

Upcoming Beer Events Brewing in Sonoma County

Seafood Pappardelle with scallops, prawns, lobster meat, Calabrian peppers, arugula, fresh tomatoes and a saffron lobster butter sauce from the historic Swiss Hotel Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026 on the square in Sonoma. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

At Sonoma’s Swiss Hotel, Regulars, History and One Secret Cocktail Keep the Tables Full

Chris Amadio, owner of Mamadio’s, makes about 200 cheesesteaks on his regular Friday night, March 7, 2025, pop-up at Parliament Brewing Co. in Rohnert Park. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

Where to Get the Best Cheesesteak in Sonoma County

The 21st annual release of the Russian River Brewing Co Pliny the Younger triple IPA Friday morning March 21, 2025 in downtown Santa Rosa. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

The Ultimate Guide to Sonoma County’s Beer Scene

Erica Bergere, owner of Sabi Greens, runs her microgreen "farm" from her garage in suburban Santa Rosa Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

This Local Suburban Farmer Takes the Term 'Green' Seriously

Server Stevye Wilhite with a tray of Pliny the Younger triple IPA Friday morning March 21, 2025 at the Russian River Brewing Co. in downtown Santa Rosa. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

This Iconic Beer Is Making Sonoma County Famous Worldwide. How Well Do You Know It?

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The Royal We tasting room brings together labels by winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown including Caterwaul, Matthew Wallace, Aston Estate, Switchback Ridge, RIV, and Maybach Family Vineyards Thursday, March 5, 2026 in St. Helena. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

This Local Winery Is a One-Stop Destination for Top-Scoring Cabernets

St. Helena collective showcases nuanced wines by Thomas Rivers Brown.

Bouquet of white and red roses, gift box, glasses with pink or rose champagne or sparkling wine for pair for St. Valentines Day, wedding, gray background, selective focus

Celebrate the Season of Love With the Romance of a Sparkling Rosé

A private tasting room for guests at St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery in Rutherford on Friday, January 30, 2026. (Christopher Chung/The Press Democrat)

This Local Winery Is Owned by Chanel. It’s the Place To Sip Stylish Sauvignon Blanc

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