California’s Pickett Fire explodes in size during ongoing hot temperatures across West Coast
A wildfire in California’s Napa County grew by more than 1,000 acres in 24 hours over the weekend amid an ongoing heat wave across parts of the West Coast.
Bay Area couple runs several wine country cafes that focus on simple food done...
In the rolling countryside of Sonoma County, where coastal fog meets farmland, Americana has carved out a home for itself as a true community diner. The story began in 2014, when Samantha and Ryan Ramey—already seasoned from years of catering in Bodega Bay—purchased Estero Café in Valley Ford. What started as a...
Wildfire in Oregon destroys 4 homes, threatens thousands more
APTOPIX California Extreme Weather Wildfires ASSOCIATED PRESS Ten structures — including four homes — have been destroyed by a wildfire sweeping through central Oregon as thousands of homes in the state and in Northern California wine country remained under evacuation orders Monday. As of Sunday night, hundreds of...
Wooden Petal puts the perfect twist on the classic pretzel
In an unassuming storefront along Sonoma Highway in Santa Rosa, visitors will discover delicious, doughy snacks at the Wooden Petal Pretzel shop.
Napa’s Dominus Buys Yountville Ranch Vineyard from Markham
Dominus Estate, the Napa Valley winery owned by Bordeaux’s Christian Moueix, has purchased the 86-acre Yountville Ranch Vineyard from Markham Vineyards, next door to Dominus' Napanook vineyard. Neither party disclosed a purchase price. Moueix told Wine Spectator that despite the current challenges facing the wine...
“A 33 percent reduction” in farmland? Sonoma residents sound the alarm
At the August 20 Sonoma City Council meeting, residents spoke out about a proposal to rezone parts of the historic Sebastiani Winery property from agriculture to a new “Sonoma mixed use” category. The 20-plus acre site, stretching along East Spain Street and Fourth Street East, is owned by Foley Family Wines, which...
The Local expands with second sandwich shop in Petaluma
Farm fresh ingredients are a hallmark of the gourmet sandwiches that took Petaluma by storm when the first shop opened at Active Wellness. Where: the original location is at Active Wellness Center at 1201 Redwood Way. The new location in the Plaza North Shopping center is at 229 N. McDowell Blvd. (Note: The Active...
From river splashes to salty paws: best dog beaches in Sonoma County
Ask any dog owner around here and they’ll tell you: a beach day isn’t just for people. Our four‑legged friends want their paws in the sand and their noses in the breeze just as much as we do. Luckily, Sonoma County delivers in spades—with uncrowded spots along both the coast and the Russian River where dogs are...
The Chili Relleno At This Classic Restaurant In California Is Out-Of-This-World Delicious
Tucked away in the charming streets of Petaluma, a culinary treasure awaits that has California foodies making special trips just to experience its magic. Taqueria El Favorito might look unassuming from the outside, but inside those white walls with distinctive red arches lies Mexican cuisine so authentic and...
The Crab Cakes At This Cafe In California Are So Good, You’ll Dream About...
Tucked away on the rugged coastline of Bodega Bay sits a humble seafood shack that has locals setting their weekend alarms early and out-of-towners plotting elaborate road trips with the devotion of religious pilgrims. Spud Point Crab Company isn’t trying to impress you with white tablecloths or fancy plating –...
