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A variety of ceramic pieces by Jee Park, of Seoul Sister Studio, in Healdsburg on Thursday, March 19, 2026. (Christopher Chung/The Press Democrat)

Local Ceramists Create Tableware for Some of Sonoma County’s Best Restaurants

Artists from Healdsburg and Santa Rosa craft ceramic pieces for some of the finest restaurants in Sonoma County and beyond. Here's where to spot their work.

World Cup fans celebrate at the final whistle at the USA beat Iran, 1-0, at AusielloÕs 5th Street Bar & Grill in Santa Rosa Tuesday, November 29, 2022. The US advances to the knock out round where they play the Netherlands next Saturday. (John Burgess/Press Democrat)

Where To Watch the World Cup in Sonoma County

A bee flies around a rhododendron at Hidden Forest Nursery in Sebastopol on Monday, April 22, 2024. (Christopher Chung/The Press Democrat)

Rhododendrons Are Blooming in All Their Rosy-Pink Glory Across the County. Here’s Where To See Them

(From left) Bottles of La Sirena Moscato Azul, La Sirena Chardonnay, and Aviatrix Grenache at La Sirena tasting room in Calistoga Wednesday, May 13, 2026. (Beth Schlanker / The Press Democrat)

This Local Winemaker Crafted a $500,000 Bottle of Wine. Now She Finally Has Her Own Tasting Room

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Dining

A dinner spread at SingleThread in Healdsburg. (John Troxell / Sonoma County Tourism)

One of North America’s Best Restaurants Is in Healdsburg

Once again, Healdsburg's three-Michelin-starred restaurant has been recognized on the 50 Best organization’s North America list.

Mole Tamales from Sonoma Eats in Boyes Hot Springs on Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2021. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

Two Locally Beloved Sonoma County Restaurants Reopening This Summer

A selection of specialty doughnuts from SoCo Dough Co. inside the Graton Casino & Resort, clockwise from bottom, Gone Bananas, Pretty in Pink, Dubai of My Eye and Right Side Up Friday, May 29, 2026 in Rohnert Park. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

Where to Get the Best Doughnuts in Sonoma County

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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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Smash, a new smashburger spot from chef Ari Weiswasser, has opened in Sonoma. (Heather Irwin / The Press Democrat)

Glen Ellen Star Owner’s New Burgers Are Smashing

Chef Ari Weiswasser, the restaurateur behind Glen Ellen Star and Stella, has opened Smash, a fast-casual restaurant on Sonoma Plaza devoted to lacy-edged smashburgers and a family-friendly vibe.