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Author: Heather Irwin

Crab sandwich from Fishetarian in Bodega Bay. (Fishetarian)

Best Places to Get Fresh Dungeness Crab in Sonoma County

February 2024February 2024

From excellent crab sandwiches to meaty crab cakes to whole crab with melted butter and lemon, here are the best spots to get a taste of the delicacy right now.

Chef Douglas Keane of Cyrus. The Michelin-starred restaurant reopened in Healdsburg September 9, 2022 after being closed for about a decade. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

Sonoma County Chef Douglas Keane Gets a Book Deal

February 2024February 2024

The charismatic co-owner of Geyserville's Cyrus restaurant recently sealed a book deal for a personal memoir and tell-all.

Working out of a refurbished chicken coop west of Sonoma, Jim Simpson named his business O.D.D. Parts Fabrication as a tribute to all that is Obsolete, Discontinued, and Difficult-to-Obtain in the automotive world. His shop and warehouse is an amazingly well-organized gearhead’s museum of lost treasures. (Erik Castro/For Sonoma Magazine)

This Local Machinist Makes Custom Parts for Some of the Most Expensive Cars in the World

February 2024

Collectors from around the world seek out Jim Simpson when an old, discontinued part breaks down on their Ferrari, Lamborghini or vintage Rolls-Royce.

Boscaiolo Pizza with fontina, mushroom medley and truffle from the Golden Bear Station Thursday, January 11, 2023 on Hwy 12 in Kenwood. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

Golden Bear Station Restaurant in Kenwood is Cal-Ital Heaven

February 2024October 2024

An extraordinary menu and upscale experience featuring creative takes on simple pastas and pizzas from former Animo owners

Lamb roasted over a live fire with shiso, nori, and housemade ssamjang at chef Joshua Smookler’s Animo. (Kim Caroll/for Sonoma Magazine)

The 30 Best Restaurants in Sonoma County

February 2024March 2024

An insider's guide to the best restaurants in Sonoma County. No Yelp reviews, no Google-optimized lists — only authentic flavors.

Snake River Wagyu Babette with potato pave, alliums horseradish and black truffle from The Matheson in Healdsburg. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

25 Essential Sonoma County Restaurants

February 2024February 2024

The restaurants every local and visitor must try.

Mike McGuire, California State Majority Leader, attends the groundbreaking for the SMART north Petaluma station last November. (Kent Porter / The Press Democrat)

Sen. Mike McGuire Steps Into a Powerful New Role. Does He Have Even Higher Ambitions?

February 2024February 2024

The hard-charging state senator from Healdsburg bears all the hallmarks of greater statewide ambition—but just try getting him to admit that’s the case.

The tasting room at Benovia Winery in Santa Rosa. (Benovia Winery)

6 Cozy Sonoma Tasting Rooms to Visit in the Winter

February 2024December 2024

Sip the rain and chill away at these warm and comfy wineries.

Basque cheesecake with vanilla macerated berries and served with an Irish coffee at Layla restaurant at MacArthur Place Hotel and Spa in Sonoma. (Erik Castro/for The Press Democrat)

Where to Eat Out on Valentine’s Day in Sonoma County

February 2024February 2024

Here are some of the best restaurants and sweet treats around to celebrate the day of love.

Moussaka from Mezzeluna restaurant in Cotati. (Mezzeluna)

Craving Greek Cuisine? Cotati’s Mezzeluna Fits the Bill

February 2024February 2024

The warm and welcoming Greek restaurant features classic dishes like spanakopita, saganaki, koftadakia and souvlaki.

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