Local shopping finds to help you enjoy the food and drink extravaganza that Sonoma offers.
BOUNTY GATHERER: When you can’t choose between colorful heirloom tomatoes, Tokyo turnips or globe eggplants, make sure your bag is large enough to pack them all. This tote has inside pockets and is made of waterproof oilcloth for easy cleaning. Designed by Freckled Sage and available in multiple colors and patterns. $40, Sonoma Cheese Factory, 2 W. Spain St., Sonoma, 800-535-2855, sonomacheesefactory.com
CUTTING EDGE KITCHEN ART: A haul of Sonoma-grown foods usually means more time at the cutting board. Why not give the fruits (and vegetables) of your labor a beautifully neutral backdrop with this tannic-dyed wood board by Black Creek Mercantile and Trading Co.? Made from white oak, this food-safe board is naturally dyed with tannic acid. (Photo courtesy The Garnered). $165, Healdsburg SHED, 25 North St., Healdsburg, 707-431-7433, healdsburgshed.com
TOP CHOP: The best yield needs the best equipment for smooth food prep. These knives by J.A. Henkels are a good weight, have a curved bolster for improved precision, and a Spanish holm oak handle for a beautiful look and feel. $124 on sale from $139.95 (Bread knife). $156.50 on sale from $176.50 (Santoku knife), Sonoma Cutlery, 130 Kentucky St., Petaluma, 707-766-6433, sonomacutlery.com
VINTAGE GLASS: Harvest is a great time to visit wineries, and since those visits will likely inspire the purchase of a few fine bottles, make sure you have an exquisite glass from which to sip. This classic ’60s goblet is designed by Iittala from Finland. $60 a pair, Placewares, 39114 Ocean Drive, Gualala, 707-884-1184, placewares.com
Relish Sonoma County’s bounty and visit the farmer’s market often this fall. Or dive into that CSA box, and let its contents inspire some clean culinary masterpieces. These local shopping finds will help you enjoy the food and drink extravaganza that Sonoma harvests deliver. Click through the gallery above for details.
