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Whale Watch volunteer Larry Tiller, of Healdsburg, watches the horizon for spouts from Bodega Head on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2013.(Christopher Chung / The Press Democrat)

Where to Go Whale Watching on the Sonoma Coast

December 2025December 2025

The peak months for whale watching are January through May. Bring binoculars for a spectacular sighting.

Snow clings to dormant trees, Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2019, off Geysers Road. (Kent Porter / The Press Democrat)

For a Productive Spring, Fruit Trees Need Time To Chill Out

December 2025December 2025

Winter chill requirements are an evolutionary adaptation plants use to determine when the worst is over and it’s safe to break dormancy.

Boeuf Bourguignon at Walter Hansel Wine Bistro in Santa Rosa. (Chris Hardy/For Sonoma Magazine)

Sonoma County Restaurants That Closed in 2025

December 2025December 2025

Despite rising costs, staffing shortages and cautious diners, Sonoma County’s restaurant scene showed resilience in 2025.

Uni chawanmushi (egg custard with Hokkaido uni and roe) at Sushi Kosho's nine-piece nigiri tasting. (Heather Irwin / The Press Democrat)

Sushi Kosho Launches $89 Omakase Nigiri Tasting in Sebastopol

December 2025

Sushi Kosho’s new omakase-style tasting focuses on pristine fish, perfectly seasoned rice and an intentional rhythm that unfolds piece by piece.

Clam, Prawn & Sausage Sauté served with grilled sourdough from Catelli’s Restaurant Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025 in Geyserville. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

Catelli’s Is an Italian Cornerstone of Rural Geyserville

December 2025

Nearly 90 years in the making, Catelli’s offers Italian-American comfort food, Sonoma County soul and a dining room that feels like home.

Seating area of deck.(Open Homes Photography)

Redwoods Take Center Stage at Secluded Russian River Retreat

December 2025

Built in 1992, the home in Guerneville offers prime forest views accessed via plentiful windows, a wraparound porch and outdoor spa.

This two-bedroom, three-bathroom Petaluma home with access to a community garden and shared outdoor spaces is currently listed for $1,275,000. (Digital Twinners)

This Modern Petaluma Home Was Built for Convenience and Community

December 2025

The colorful home — located within walking distance to downtown and the Petaluma River — enjoys rich design details and shared green spaces.

Susan Preston in her studio near her home of 50 years in the Dry Creek Valley. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

For Sonoma County Artist and Farm Owner, It’s Time ‘To Be a Little Spiky’

December 2025

From the Dry Creek Valley farm she built with her husband, Susan Preston reveals her life as an artist: Feminist, feral and fantastical.

Sommeliers taste wines in a blind tasting competition during the Blind Bottle Bash at Flambeaux Wine in Healdsburg. (Courtesy of TOWN)

Star Wars Meets Wine Country at TOWN Dinner Series in Healdsburg

December 2025December 2025

The TOWN dinner series recently held its inaugural Blind Bottle Bash at Flambeaux Wine, featuring a friendly wine competition and sommeliers dressed in Jedi robes.

Rancher William Densberger feeds his herd of 100% Japanese Wagyu cattle Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2025, on a ranch owned by Adam Gordon at the base of Mount St. Helena in the Alexander Valley. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

A Knights Valley Ranch Raises Wagyu for Exclusive List of Chefs

December 2025December 2025

The remote Sonoma County ranch raises 100% champion Wagyu cattle that only a handful of local chefs can get their hands on.

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