the girl and the fig Archives

Cars parked by Sonoma Plaza in downtown Sonoma, flanked by historical buildings. (Michael Vi / Getty Images)

Chef, Founder of Sonoma’s The Girl & The Fig Announce New Restaurant

August 2025

While the concept for the new Sonoma restaurant is still in development, the owner and chef hint at a late 2025 opening.

Prince Edward Island Steamed Mussels with chorizo, in a sofrito sauce at the Fig Cafe in Glen Ellen. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

Glen Ellen’s Fig Cafe Transforms Into Poppy

April 2025

Glen Ellen's new cafe Poppy brings back memories of France for chef and restaurateur John Toulze.

Craving Sweets? 5 Local Chefs Share Their Summertime Dessert Recipes

July 2020

We asked some of our favorite Sonoma County chefs to share a prized recipe and tell us what they choose to sip alongside.

Sondra Bernstein is celebrating the 20th anniversary of her Sonoma restaurant The Girl & the Fig this summer. (Christopher Chung/ The Press Democrat)

Local Chefs Share Their Favorite Stops On the Sonoma County Farm Trails

December 2019

Leave the crowded parking lots behind and enjoy the spirit of the season at some of Sonoma County’s best cideries, creameries, and farms during Holidays Along the Farm Trails.