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What's New In Wine Country

Singing Frogs Little Gems Salad with vegan Caesar dressing, croutons, fried capers and nutritional yeast from Hazel restaurant Thursday, July 10, 2025 celebrating 10 years in Occidental. (John Burgess / Press Democrat)

Hazel Is Back in Occidental — And Somehow More Hazel Than Ever

The pot roast is braising, the vegan Caesar is back and the schnitzel hangs off the plate. Hazel has reopened in Occidental in a quirky old Victorian that may fit the beloved restaurant better than ever.

Westerbeke Ranch in Sonoma is both a multigenerational family home and a secluded resort that can host up to 48 overnight guests. (Eileen Roche)

This Hidden Sonoma Resort Doubles as a Family’s Multigenerational Homestead

Crispy Duck Confit with bitter greens croutons, duck fat potato and brown butter vinaigrette from Lo & Behold Monday, Aug. 3, 2026 in Healdsburg. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

The Local Cocktail Bar Where Wine Country Lets Its Hair Down

Vineyard at sunset. (Daniel Wilson / Sotheby's International Realty)

Produce Your Own Napa Cabernet at This Rebuilt Local Winery and Vineyard for Sale

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Dining

Screamin’ Mimi’s, which first opened 31 years ago in Sebastopol, was featured in The Washington Post as a top U.S. ice cream shop to build a vacation around. Photo taken Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

Local Ice Cream Shop Among Washington Post’s Favorites To Build a Vacation Around

After over 30 years in business, Sonoma County locals and national publications alike are still screaming for Screamin' Mimi's in Sebastopol.

Spiced chocolate passion fruit cake and the Gunsmith cocktail at Taste Petaluma in Petaluma Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026. (Beth Schlanker / The Press Democrat)

Taste Petaluma Is a New Hub for Local Wine, Food and Drinks

Lisbeth Holmefjord, the owner of Baci Cafe and Wine Bar, greets friends, Wednesday, July 29, 2026 as she reopens the restaurant after a vehicle slammed through the front of the Healdsburg establishment in May, From left are Rick Massell, Ray Belanconi Beth Robertson, Brenda Walker and Carmen Puccinelli. (Kent Porter / The Press Democrat)

‘A Community Effort’: Healdsburg Favorite Reopens Months After SUV Crashed Through Dining Room

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Top Restaurants

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

Michelin-Starred Restaurants in Sonoma and Napa Counties

Paella at Bravas Bar de Tapas in Healdsburg. (Jesse Cudworth)

50 Essential Dishes To Try in Sonoma County Right Now

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

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BiteClub

The Complete Buckwheat Crepes with ham, mild Emmentaler cheese and a sunny-side-up egg from Sarmentine Bakery Petaluma Thursday, May 7, 2026. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

Got a Craving for Crepes? This Petaluma Bakery Makes Them in the Traditional French Fashion

The baker at this favorite Sonoma County boulangerie trained at a French school devoted entirely to traditional Breton crepes.

Queso Birria Tacos from Café Carrusel Tuesday, July 28, 2026 in Santa Rosa. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

This Wildly Pink Santa Rosa Brunch Spot Makes Barbie’s Dreamhouse Look Restrained

Buttermilk Fried Chicken with collard greens, succotash cornbread waffle and crack butter with a Hibiscus Flower N/A cocktail from Saucy Mama’s Jook Joint Friday, July 18, 2026 in Guerneville. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

The Guerneville Soul Food Spot People Plan Vacations Around

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Greatest Hits

Lin Khuu, Tim Cahn and Minh Ta descend from Sentinel Point on the Sea to Sky Trail at Jenner Headlands Preserve, Thursday, April 30, 2026. (Kent Porter / The Press Democrat)

Our Ultimate Guide to Sonoma County’s Great Outdoors

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

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

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Travel

The pool at Francis Ford Coppola Winery in Geyserville. (Francis Ford Coppola Winery)

10 Cool Things To Do in Sonoma County When It’s Too Hot

Pull your head out of the freezer and check out these ways to beat the heat.

Hipcamp named the Olive Farm in Novato one of its “50 favorite places to camp in America right now.” (Courtesy of Hipcamp)

Local Spots Among Hipcamp’s 50 Favorite Places To Camp in US Right Now

Tiny Organisms Are Illuminating Local Waters. Here’s Where To See the Glowing Phenomenon

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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

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

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

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Nicolette Hayes at Jack London State Historic Park in Glen Ellen Monday, May 11, 2026. (Beth Schlanker / The Press Democrat)

Meet the New Jack London Park Partners Board Member Helping Expand Appreciation for the Renowned Local Author

Nicolette Hayes literally grew up inside Jack London State Historic Park. Now she brings an intimate understanding of the park as a new nonprofit board member.