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Author: Heather Irwin

Fried Chicken Sandwich with spicy pickled slaw, jalapeños, ranch, hot sauce and fries from The Burrow Wednesday, July 9, 2025 just off the square in Healdsburg. (John Burgess / Press Democrat)

The Burrow Opens in Healdsburg With Family-Friendly Food and Atmosphere

July 2025July 2025

The cozy café at Healdsburg's former Wurst restaurant offers a chef-driven menu for parents plus a kid-tested menu and play area for the little ones.

Morgan Filler, founder of See Her Swim, with friends Autumn Fuentes, in pink, and Ayla Mills, in black, at Dillon Beach near Tomales Wednesday, May 14, 2025. (Beth Schlanker / The Press Democrat)

See Her Swim: Former Pro Swimmer From Petaluma Designs Swimwear With Style and Substance

July 2025July 2025

Recognizing a need for high-performance swimwear that's also stylish, a former world champion swimmer in Petaluma launched a brand that stands up to the task.

Frog's Leap Winery in Rutherford. (Emma K Creative)

Frog’s Leap Winery Pours Sophisticated Wines in a Down-Home Rutherford Setting

July 2025July 2025

The eco-conscious winery is known for its playful, unpretentious spirit and a lineup of accessible and balanced wines, from crisp Sauvignon Blanc to elegant Cabs.

Volunteers, from San Jose, Marie Taylor Harper (left) and Mary Ann May-Pumphrey snap a 'selfie' at the 45th Gravenstein Apple Fair at Ragle Ranch Park in Sebastopol. (Will Bucquoy/For The Press Democrat)

Here’s What To Expect at the 52nd Annual Gravenstein Apple Fair in Sebastopol

July 2025July 2025

The annual Gravenstein Apple Fair in Sebastopol celebrates all things Grav, a cherished symbol of Sonoma County’s agricultural legacy.

Pork Bassam at Half Hitch

Half Hitch Will Be Popping up at The River Electric All Summer Long

July 2025

Known for its tauntingly delicious dinner pop-ups at The Casino in Bodega, Half Hitch will be cooking at the new River Electric all summer.

Johnson’s Beach in Guerneville

A New Generation Is Bringing Its Own Funky Vibe to the Russian River

July 2025July 2025

At the heart of the Russian River, Guerneville — and surrounding towns — is in its glow-up era: new resorts, new restaurants, new retailers. Same familiar, bohemian soul.

Parade participants roll down Main St. during the 48th annual Penngrove parade in Penngrove, Sunday, July 7, 2024. (Beth Schlanker / The Press Democrat)

Penngrove Named Among the Best Small Towns in the US by Travel + Leisure

July 2025July 2025

As the only California town on Travel + Leisure's list, Penngrove stood out as a place that “feels like stepping into a cozy TV rerun.”

Farmhouse Sonoma owner Pemba Sherpa’s carpenter brother created tables and other touches from barn wood found at his Napa home to create a quaint environment in the old Palms restaurant location Friday, May 9, 2025, in Sonoma. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

Sonoma, Napa Restaurateurs Receive American Dream Award for Outstanding Contributions to Community

July 2025July 2025

The local immigrant business owners were honored for their entrepreneurial achievements, educational initiatives and public service.

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)

El Roy’s Opens Late-Night Drive-Thru in Santa Rosa for Tacos on the Go

July 2025July 2025

The popular taqueria’s new drive-thru serves up street tacos, super burritos and its signature Mexidogs straight to your car window — no shoes required.

Plums ripen in a tree at Piano Farm in Bloomfield on Wednesday, July 28, 2021. (Christopher Chung/ The Press Democrat)

Santa Rosa Plums Are an Enduring Sonoma County Creation. Here’s the Simplest Way To Use Them

July 2025

As one of summer's most exquisite pleasures, Santa Rosa plums can be enjoyed on their own or in this simple compote.

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