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What's New In Wine Country

The Pork Roll at Golden Bear Station's breakfast pop-up in Kenwood. The East Coast bacon, egg and cheese (BECSPK) roll is another favorite, along with espresso drinks. (Heather Irwin / The Press Democrat)

Popular Chef Brings NYC Breakfast Favorite to Sonoma County

Chef Josh Smookler craved the bacon, egg and cheese rolls from New York, so he created them at his Kenwood restaurant.

A selection of pastries and baked goods from Water Street Bistro Thursday, Aug. 29, 2025 in Petaluma. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

Top Sonoma County Restaurant Picks From a Food Critic

Dot Wine winemaker Lise Asimont and her husband/co-owner Shawn Phillips walk in a Shone Farm vineyard July 22, 2025 where they source some of their grapes for their 2025 North Coast Wine Challenge Sweepstakes winners. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

‘A Farmer at Heart’: For North Coast’s Winemaker of the Year, Success Begins in the Vineyard

At Compline restaurant and wine shop in Napa. (Compline)

Wine Spectator Named These Local Wine Bars Among Its All-Around Favorites

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A West Wine Tours Volkswagen bus stops at Marilyn's Vineyard in Kenwood. (John Burgess / Sonoma Magazine)

Spend A Perfect Wine Weekend in Sonoma Valley

Sonoma Valley has relaxed, family-friendly appeal combined with rolling vineyard landscapes, walkable downtowns and Michelin-worthy dining.

Entrance to the wine cave at Thomas George Estates in Healdsburg. (Thomas George Estates)

Sip Wine and Stay Cool in These Sonoma Wine Caves

Lemon pancakes with cottage cheese and syrup from Verano Cafe Thursday, June 13, 2024, in Sonoma. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

Where to Get the Best Pancakes in Sonoma County

Top Restaurants

1/21/2012: B1: PC: Jamie Spaletta, prepares to take an order, Friday Jan. 20, 2012 at Volpi's Ristorante and Historical Bar in Petaluma. (Kent Porter / Press Democrat) 2012

Historic Sonoma County Restaurants That Are Still Going Strong

If you're heading out to the coast, the Wild Poppy offers a creekside, dog-friendly patio with music for brunch on the weekends Saturday, July 13, 2024 on the Bodega Highway west of Sebastopol. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

25 Best Outdoor Dining Spots in Sonoma County

The Roasted Garlic Ranch Burger with Valley Ford Estero cheese and housemade ranch dressing from Americana restaurant in Santa Rosa. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

The Best Restaurants for Newcomers to Sonoma County

Onion Soup Gratinee with croutons and melted gruyère from Brigitte Bistro Sunday, July 6, 2025 in Petaluma. (John Burgess / Press Democrat)

There’s a New Wave of French Restaurants in Sonoma County

A dish at Cyrus restaurant in Geyserville. (J Evan)

Michelin-Starred Restaurants in Sonoma and Napa Counties

Lumache al Pesto with spring pea pesto, morel mushrooms and aged parmesan from Stella Wednesday, March 26, 2025, in Kenwood. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

25 Not-to-Miss Sonoma County Restaurants in 2025

Margherita, the queen of pizzas with sauce of fresh tomatoes, melted mozzarella cheese with fresh basil and EVOO from L'Oro di Napoli in downtown Santa Rosa. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

The Best Italian Restaurants in Sonoma County

The fried chicken sandwich at Twin Oaks Roadhouse on Old Redwood Highway in Penngrove. (Kent Porter/The Press Democrat)

The Best Hidden Gem Restaurants in Every Sonoma County Town

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Tuna Tostada bite with garden herbs and tatemada from the new prix fixe tasting menu at The Lodge at Dawn Ranch Thursday, September 4, 2025 in Guerneville. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

Former Michelin Chefs Bring World-Class Dining to Russian River Resort

Drawing from their South American heritage, the local chefs have brought a Guerneville dining destination to new heights.

Fried shrimp po'boy sandwich. (talynshererphoto / Getty Images)

New Cajun Mobile Eatery Coming to a Taproom Near You

A selection of doughnuts from Dutch Door Donuts. (Dutch Door Donuts)

Highly Anticipated Local Doughnut Shop Opens in Healdsburg

Greatest Hits

The Ultimate Guide to Sonoma Tasting Rooms

At House of Flowers’ 15.5-acre estate, guests can taste winemaker Chantal Forthun’s highly expressive wines in the architecturally impressive hospitality house or in the lush gardens beneath the redwoods. (Flowers Vineyards & Winery)

The Best Sonoma Wineries for First Time Visitors

Jenner Headlands Preserve. (Brook Edwards / Sonoma County Tourism)

Best Places to Stop Along Highway 1 on the Sonoma Coast

Short Rib Barbacoa Tacos from Quiote in downtown Petaluma, Friday, Sept. 8, 2023. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

8 Must-Try Dishes in Sonoma County

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Travel

Hiking along the Kortum Trail on the Sonoma Coast. (Jerry Dodrill)

Top 10 Hikes on the Sonoma Coast

A hike on one of Sonoma's many coastal trails is a perfect way to take in the natural beauty and discover the unique landscapes of this region.

The Petaluma Pumpkin Patch and Amazing Corn Maze in Petaluma. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

The Ultimate Guide to Sonoma County Pumpkin Patches in 2025

Landmark Vineyards has created a family-friendly environment at their Kenwood estate. (Landmark Vineyards)

10 Kid-Friendly Wineries in Sonoma and Napa

Top Wineries

Outdoor wine tasting and picnic at Aesthete Winery & Farm in Healdsburg. (Aesthete Winery & Farm)

13 Favorite Sonoma Wineries for Picnics

The Silver Oak Alexander Valley tasting room in Healdsburg. (Silver Oak)

Best Wineries in Sonoma’s Alexander Valley for Cabernet Sauvignon

Dogs are welcome at Mutt Lynch Winery in Windsor. (Mutt Lynch Winery)

33 Best Dog-Friendly Wineries in Sonoma County

The colorful flowers in the winery gardens of Lynmar Estate in Sebastopol make for a pretty backdrop for a selfie. (Lynmar Estate)

15 Sonoma Wineries With Gorgeous Gardens

Raghni Naidu, owner and founder of Naidu Wines and Vineyards in Sebastopol. Photo taken Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022. (Beth Schlanker / The Press Democrat)

Local Wineries Among Best California Newcomers on Food & Wine List

Founded by John Pedroncelli, Sr. in 1927, the Geyserville property is now run as a fourth-generation business by president Julie Pedroncelli St. John, with Montse Reece as winemaker. (Pedroncelly Winery)

Meet the Women Behind Some of Sonoma and Napa’s Best Wines

Faust Wines' hilltop tasting room Faust Haus is set in an old Victorian overlooking Napa Valley, located in St. Helena. (Courtesy of Faust Wines)

Over a Dozen Local Bottles Make Wine Spectator’s Top 100 Wines of 2024

Gap's Crown vineyard northeast of Penngrove. (Dan Quiñones/Courtesy Three Sticks Wines)

Wines To Try From the Most Iconic Vineyards in Sonoma County

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Sonoma Developmental Center main entrance along Arnold Drive looking west from the state owned former mental institution at Eldridge in the Sonoma Valley near Glen Ellen, Wednesday, May 10, 2023. (Chad Surmick / The Press Democrat)

‘It’s All Over the Planet’: Short Film on Local Town's Redevelopment Battle Resonates Worldwide

The documentary, lauded by international film festivals, addresses a universal problem of high-density, upscale development.

Purple Michaelmas daisies (aster amellus) blooms in a garden in summer with a bee collecting pollen or nectar. (Pratchaya.Lee / Shutterstock)

How To Sustain Local Pollinators by Nurturing Late-Summer Flowers

True West Film Center's artistic director John Cooper in downtown Healdsburg, May 22, 2025. (Chad Surmick / The Press Democrat)

Former Sundance Director Building Community at Healdsburg’s New True West Film Center

Home

The deck boasts views of the ocean and a nearby golf course. (Open Homes Photography)

Want To Live Near the Beach? This Bodega Bay Home Is for You

Built in 1976, the renovated home includes striking interior features and is located mere minutes from a beach and golf course.

Seating around fire pit. (Open Homes Photography)

Santa Rosa Home With Stunning Succulent Garden Listed for Sale

Pavilion. (Paul Rollins / Sotheby’s International Realty)

$26.5 Million Napa Estate Hits Market as Region’s Second-Highest Listing

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Bavarian pretzels at Tisza Bistro's Beer Garden in Healdsburg. (Heather Irwin/The Press Democrat)

Where to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Sonoma County

Shawn Phillips and Lise Asimont of Dot Wine in Healdsburg. (Dot Wine)

Where to Taste Grenache Wines in Sonoma County

Pumpkin spice lattes from Black Oak Coffee Roasters

The Best Pumpkin Spice Lattes and Sweet Treats in Sonoma County

Dancers from Ballet Folklorico of Petaluma perform during Lumafest at the Santa Rosa Junior College campus in Petaluma, on Saturday, October 19, 2019. (Alvin Jornada / The Press Democrat)

Where to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Sonoma County

Barbecue chicken with a salad and curry rice from Red Bee BBQ in Santa Rosa. (Conner Jay/The Press Democrat)

Where to Find the Best Budget Bites in Sonoma County

Biking in downtown Healdsburg. (Kim Carroll)

Newsweek Named This Small Sonoma County City Among the Best for Foodies

Avocado toast from Sunflower Caffe in Sonoma. (Sunflower Caffe)

15 Best Spots for Avocado Toast in Sonoma County

Tacos de Asada topped with grilled skirt steak, huitlacoche cream and roasted scallions wrapped in a homemade corn tortilla at chef Carlos Mojica's dinner pop-up at Aroma de Cafe in Santa Rosa. (Heather Irwin/The Press Democrat)

Secret Santa Rosa Pop-up Features One of Sonoma County’s Top Young Chefs

Napa Getaway

The Picobar at Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection in Calistoga is an outdoor, poolside cafe. Photo taken on Thursday, September 23, 2021. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

2 Local Spots Named Among World’s Best by Travel + Leisure

In Travel + Leisure's 30th annual World's Best Awards, two Wine Country destinations were ranked among readers' all-time favorites.

Salma Hayek and her husband Francois-Henri Pinault. (Denis Makarenko / Shutterstock)

Discover Which Celebrities Are Making Wine in Sonoma and Napa Counties

Frog's Leap Winery in Rutherford. (Emma K Creative)

The Wraparound Porch at This Napa Valley Winery Is the Best Place To Taste

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