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Peek Inside a $2.99 Million Occidental Home With Pool, Spa and Stunning Views

May 2025

An Occidental home, on 20 acres near the Grove of Old Trees, has hit the real estate market. It enjoys distant views of the Pacific Ocean.

Dining are off the kitchen. (Brian McCloud)

Eichler-Inspired Midcentury Gem on 2.6 Lush Acres Hits the Market in Sebastopol

May 2025

An open floor plan and floor-to-ceiling windows give a view to the remarkably lush outdoor setting that includes oaks, manzanitas pines, bamboo and Japanese maples.

Table Culture Provisions’ co-owner/chef Stéphane Saint Louis inside the construction zone of his new casual dining, full-bar Bijou restaurant Friday, April 4, 2025, in downtown Petaluma. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

Chef Stéphane Saint Louis’s Dining Journey Comes Full Circle With Upcoming Petaluma Restaurant

May 2025

After making his mark on the Sonoma County dining scene, chef Stéphane Saint Louis of Table Culture Provisions is gearing up for his second Petaluma eatery, Bijou.

A Strawberry Cheesecake Premium Roll at Pink Sugar Creamery in Santa Rosa Tuesday, May 20, 2025. (Beth Schlanker / The Press Democrat)

What Is Stir-Fried Ice Cream and Why Do Santa Rosa Teens Love It?

May 2025

Santa Rosa's first Thai rolled ice cream shop delivers trendy treats and Instagram-worthy vibes.

Lumache with porcini cream, Mycopia mushrooms and scallions at Acre Pasta at The Barlow in Sebastopol. (Heather Irwin / The Press Democrat)

Acre Pasta Soft Opens in Sebastopol With Affordable, Family-Style Dishes

May 2025

The owner of Acre Pizza has soft opened a new, budget-friendly pasta spot at The Barlow. An early visit left our dining editor impressed.

The Healdsburg Plaza. (Sonoma County Tourism)

Healdsburg Named Among Best Small Towns in the West by USA Today

May 2025

Landing in the top 3 of best towns in the west, Healdsburg was listed for its "award-winning wineries, farm-to-table dining and a walkable town square."