Explore the Fast-Growing Foodie Scene in Occidental
A new generation of restaurateurs are taking the reins of Occidental’s historic kitchens and bars, bringing fresh ideas to the 175-year-old town. Here are 6 restaurants to check out.
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Has Instagram Ruined Local Farming?
Sonoma’s farmers take stock of the pressures — and the gains to be had — from social media.
7 Family-Owned International Markets to Visit in Sonoma County
From Mexican pastries and Asian ingredients to European treats, the foods these markets carry are authentic and delicious — and absolutely worth seeking out.
5 Sonoma Wineries to Visit Right Now
Wineries are turning up the heat on summer fun. Here are a few tasting rooms and terraces to while away a summer's day.
Around Town with Sebastopol Prop Stylist Alysia Andriola
Would you like to shop secondhand like a pro? Follow prop stylist Alysia Andriola to her favorite local spots.
‘In Danger Species’: Petaluma Artist Portrays Black American Experience
"George Floyd and Breonna Taylor, the countless others. That gave the energy for the series," said Orin Carpenter of his new collection of mixed-media artwork.
Amid Pandemic Shutdowns, Some Local Chefs Started Working from Home
The challenges of the past year have turned these Sonoma Valley chefs into small-scale entrepreneurs — and the results are delicious.
Dustin Valette’s 231-Seat Healdsburg Restaurant Is ‘The Opportunity of a Lifetime’
The Healdsburg chef's ambitious new project includes a trilevel restaurant with two bars, a mezzanine dining loft, and an outdoor patio.
2 New Sonoma County Restaurants We’re Excited About
Dining editor Heather Irwin shares a couple of favorite dining destinations to check out right now. Plus, must-order dishes.
Our Favorite Winery Gardens in Sonoma
Make no mistake: We love our grapes. But area winery folks also apply their green thumbs to growing a whole lot more.