Mary Denham’s Blooms End is Petaluma’s Unlikeliest Foodie Treasure
Step inside the homespun Blooms End pastry wagon to meet one of the most original bakers in all the land.
Author: Carey Sweet
Carey Sweet is a freelance writer in Sonoma County.
Sonoma County Celebrates Pride with Local Flavor
Join these Sonoma County Pride events in June and celebrate LGBTQ+ culture with vibrant festivities and gourmet experiences.
Food and Wine Is Expensive at BottleRock. Here’s How to Get the Best Bang for Your Buck
There’s some excellent fare to be found at BottleRock Napa Valley, if you know what you’re looking for.
When Vintage Wine Estates Collapsed, Paula Kornell Paved Her Own Path
After Vintage Wine Estates filed for bankruptcy last year, Paula Kornell and some 30 other wine and spirits brands were left unprepared and facing the auction block.
Taste the Region’s Best Food and Wine at Upcoming Festival
Taste the region’s best wine and cuisine, all in one place, at this popular June event in Santa Rosa.
Chenin Blanc Is Making a Comeback in Sonoma County. Here’s Where to Taste It
Once a top grape in Sonoma County during the 1970s and '80s, it was kicked out by the increasingly popular Chardonnay.
Support Sonoma, Napa Wineries and a Good Cause at These Upcoming Events
Here are a couple of upcoming events where your ticket will support good causes or local wineries while offering entertainment, fine food and, of course, plenty of wine.
Puppy Pairings, Potato Chips and PB&J: Here’s How Napa Wineries Are Attracting a Younger Audience
Recently, we’ve been seeing more out-there tasting offerings, ranging from sour cream and chive potato chips to chocolate dirt to cotton candy fluff.
Artful Labels Make These Sonoma County Wines Even Better
Let’s be honest – an attractive label can sometimes make a wine taste better. Here are three local favorites that marry beautiful label art and beautiful wine.
Cooking Classes at Sonoma, Napa Vineyards Are the Best Way To Get a Taste of Wine Country
It’s a win-win for wine lovers, as they sip and learn about great grapes while getting hands-on guidance through artful recipes they might recreate at home.