Meadowood Napa Valley Announces New Chef
The Michelin-starred resort in St. Helena has promoted chef Alejandro Ayala, who started off as a dishwasher for Meadowood.
Author: Heather Irwin
Guide to Fourth of July in Sonoma and Napa counties 2024
Attend parades, participate in a race, watch a 3D light show and more at these Fourth of July events in Sonoma and Napa counties.
Remember Ralph’s Hot Dog Cart? The Santa Rosa Food Institution Is Coming Back
In 2020, Ralph Morgenbesser hung up his apron and retired the cart in his garage. Now it’s found a new home in Monte Rio.
Verano Cafe Hits the Sweet Spot for Sonoma Brunchers
The cafe, located in an unassuming spot in the Sonoma town of El Verano, boasts well-made breakfast and lunch classics without all the fuss.
Photos From the Front Lines of the Point Fire in Sonoma County
The Press Democrat's photographers have captured dramatic scenes of the fire raging in north Sonoma County near Healdsburg.
Chispa in Napa Named Among the Best Bars in America by Esquire
Esquire magazine recently listed the Napa cocktail bar in its annual list of best bars in America.
Secret Santa Rosa Cafe Patio Is a Spot for Memories
Cafe Citti in Santa Rosa has amazing pasta, but the tuna egg salad is extra special.
A&M BBQ Is the Best Southern-Style Barbecue in Sonoma County
Local pitmasters Kris Austin and Marvin McKinzy team up for the perfect barbecue collab in Sebastopol at A&M BBQ.
Arandas, an Ode To Mexican Cuisine, To Open in Healdsburg’s Former Chalkboard Space
Former 'MasterChef' contestant Adrien Nieto will lead the new Healdsburg restaurant with a focus on upscale Mexican cuisine.
Little Saint’s The Second Story Restaurant in Healdsburg to Close
The groundbreaking vegan eatery will shutter in mid-June as the rest of Little Saint’s sprawling art, wine, food and event space continues to operate.