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A visitor to Stonestreet Winery makes their way thropugh a full display of fall colors in the Alexander Valley near Jimtown north of Headldsburg. (Chad Surmick / The Press Democrat)

Holiday Guests Coming? Here Are 4 Perfect Sonoma County Day Trips

November 2024

Visitors and locals will love this four-day itinerary featuring some of the best restaurants, wineries and activities Sonoma County has to offer.

Fries from The Farmer's Wife in Sebastopol. (Courtesy of Farmer's Wife)

Sebastopol Restaurant Named Among America’s Top Farm-To-Table Dining Spots for Thanksgiving

November 2024

The Farmer’s Wife was named one of the best farm-to-table restaurants in the U.S., according to Mixbook. Here are more go-to Sonoma County restaurants for a fresh Thanksgiving.

Bora Bora pizza at Sonoma Pizza Co. in Forestville. (Heather Irwin / The Press Democrat)

Three Sonoma County Restaurants Named Among Best Places To Eat in the Bay Area by Yelp

October 2024

A Forestville pizzeria, French-inspired Sonoma bistro and New York-style deli in Santa Rosa, as well as five Napa restaurants, are among the 100 best Bay Area restaurants, according to Yelp Elites.

A cheeseburger and fries from Superburger. (Beth Schlanker / The Press Democrat)

24 Popular Restaurant Chains That Started in Sonoma County

October 2024

These local cafes, delis, restaurants and ice cream parlors opened additional locations after gaining a devoted following.

Clockwise from center, The Boho Bowl, gluten-free summer squash tartlets, Mochi donuts, Earl Grey polenta olive oil cakes, at The Altamont General Store in Occidental. (Beth Schlanker/Sonoma Magazine)

The Best Foodie Destinations in Sonoma County, According to a Local Food Critic

August 2024

Whether you're a first-time visitor or longtime Sonoma County resident, consider this your local foodie adventure guide.

Where To Find the Best Live Music in Sonoma County This Summer

July 2024

Sonoma County wineries and restaurants are celebrating summer with a rocking lineup of outdoor music concerts this year.

If your 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 Hwy west of Sebastopol. (Photo by John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

21 Best Outdoor Dining Spots in Sonoma County

July 2024

Discover the best of Sonoma County's al fresco dining, from coastal patios to vineyard-side terraces.

Henry Walsh cuts a pizza pie at a pop-up at Iron Ox Brewing Company in Santa Rosa on Mar. 24, 2024.

Economic Boost or Neighborhood Nuisance? The Battle Over Sonoma Home Restaurants Continues

June 2024

Sonoma County’s Board of Supervisors takes up the issue over home-based restaurants later this year.

Where to Eat Right Now in Sonoma County

May 2024

Discover some of our dining editor's top restaurant picks in the county, plus the most anticipated upcoming openings, for a delicious summer in Sonoma.

Smoked Salmon Hash with house-smoked salmon, oven dried tomatoes, green onions and hash browns, two eggs any style and lemon horseradish sauce from J & M’s Midtown Cafe, Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024, in Santa Rosa. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

8 Favorite Breakfasts in Sonoma County

March 2024

From classic buttermilk biscuits and gravy to indulgent lox and latke Benedict with caviar, here are the best egg breakfasts around.