occidental restaurant Archives

Singing Frogs Little Gems Salad with vegan Caesar dressing, croutons, fried capers and nutritional yeast from Hazel restaurant Thursday, July 10, 2025 celebrating 10 years in Occidental. (John Burgess / Press Democrat)

Hazel Restaurant Is Back in Occidental — And More Hazel Than Ever

August 2026

The pot roast is braising, the vegan Caesar is back and the schnitzel hangs off the plate. Hazel has reopened in Occidental in a quirky old Victorian that may fit the beloved restaurant better than ever.

Raspberry Mousse with chocolate crumble, fermented raspberry sauce and mint oil from the Bohemian Bistro Friday, June 12, 2026 in Occidental. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

29-Year-Old Chef Brings Fine Dining Ambition to Occidental’s Bohemian Bistro

June 2026

At Bohemian Bistro in Occidental, chef Ray Martinez brings fine-dining polish, local ingredients and culinary creativity to a tiny west county dining room.

Mole Tamales from Sonoma Eats in Boyes Hot Springs on Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2021. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

Hazel, Sonoma Eats Restaurants Reopening This Summer

June 2026

An Oaxacan restaurant in Sonoma and a casual eatery and pie shop in Occidental are set to reopen in new locations this summer.