A pair of Blue Waters Kayaking instructors launch their boats at the company's Marshall location. (Photo by Charlie Gesell)

Oh, the Places You Can Go!

Take a break during Sonoma’s traditional quiet time and recharge in a new setting.

Visitors to the Madrona Manor can expect a tasty breakfast buffet including fresh-squeezed orange juice. Shot on Thursday, June 27, 2013 at the Madrona Manor in Healdsburg, Calif. (Photo by Charlie Gesell )

Weekend Stays

Town squares to explore at a leisurely pace

Gluten free basil cake, corn panna cotta, estate honey gel, pine nuts, and buttermilk mousse is served at Partake by K-J restaurant in Healdsburg. (photo by Conner Jay)

The New Breed

Part lounge, part restaurant, check out these new approaches to wine tasting

The Green Music Center's "Messiah" is only in its second year, but is sure to become a Sonoma tradition.

Magical Messiah

Holiday classic comes to the Green Music Center

Bartender Neil Espinosa pours a Manhattan as one of Stark's Steakhouse's winter cocktails in Santa Rosa on Wednesday, October 2, 2013. (Conner Jay/The Press Democrat)

Make Mine a Manhattan

Make mine a Manhattan - where to enjoy one of these sweet and spicy classics.