Sonoma County Named The Top Wine Destination In The U.S.
The people of TripAdvisor have spoken, and Sonoma County rules. Anyone who lives here or visits here already knew that, of course, but the designation makes it official: “Sonoma County, Calif., is the top wine destination in the U.S.,” according to TripAdvisor’s 2012 Travelers’ Choice Awards. The honors[...]
Saltwater Oyster Depot Brings Sweet Taste to Inverness
When Saltwater Oyster Depot was a mere glimmer in owner Luc Chamberland’s eye this past spring, he came up with a novel idea. Why not try “crowdfunding,” and let would-be patrons pre-purchase meals to help open his Inverness eatery? In exchange for their investment, he could buy kitchen[...]
Sonoma Means Music
Weill Hall / Green Center The big news in music right now is the opening of the new Green Music Center this past weekend at Sonoma State University. Debut performances by Allison Krauss and Lang Lang were sold out, but following soon will be a long[...]
You Too Can Meet Rob Schneider at Fabiani’s Santa Rosa
A birthday party for me? Awww.... It’s a tried-and-true formula: dress up a man like a woman, and hijinks ensure. Or, put a goofy guy in a faux-sexy setting, say, as an inept gigalo, and we all fall on the floor laughing. That theory has made[...]
Pizzando Debuts Today in Hotel Healdsburg
Hotel Healdsburg If the last time you visited Hotel Healdsburg and the street-level shop right on the corner of Matheson and Healdsburg Avenue was a simple coffee and sandwich shop, you’re in for a surprise. Cafe Newstand Pizzando opens in the former Café Newsstand[...]
Got $3,000? You Can Dine with Chef Mario Batali This Friday
chef Mario Batali: Melanie Dunea Photo: Melanie Dunea, HarperCollins Chef Mario Batali is a big deal in the foodie world. Chef Guy Fieri is a notable name too, thanks to the Food Network. So put the two together, give them an open kitchen, and what do[...]
