Seghesio Family Vineyards: November Wine Release Party
“You have to try this,” he said breathlessly. My colleague had rushed over to where a group of us were standing. Never having been one to share sips out of someone else’s glass, I asked him what it was so I could try some from my own glass.[...]
12th Annual Wine&Food Affair
This year, the 12th Annual Wine & Food Affair takes place on November 6 & 7, 2010. While the terms “wine” and “food” summarize the stars of this weekend, they don’t prepare you for the full scope of adventure to be had at this amazing event. Approximately 90[...]
Lisa Hemenway’s Restaurant-Deli-Market is Grocery-a-Go-Go
Lisa Hemenway Sonoma has its Oliver’s and Pacific Market. Napa has its Dean & Deluca and Whole Foods. Yet with the opening of chef Lisa Hemenway’s Fresh today, grocery shopping hits a new level. How much can you pack into 7,800-square-feet? The emporium takes over the[...]
David Sedaris at Wells Fargo Center for the Arts
When I picked up my copy of “Me Talk Pretty One Day” by David Sedaris almost 10 years ago, I was afraid. I had heard from friends, who chuckled while their faces stretched into big smiles, that David Sedaris was funny and that I would love him. I[...]
Truffle in Paradise: Chefs Celebrate the Magic of Mushrooms
The beauty of truffles As the days lengthen and darken, and the wet weather sets in, its turns a diner’s mind to mushrooms. Truffles, actually. Those luxury ‘shrooms. The crown jewels of fungi. In celebration of the earthy delights, truffle celebrations are popping up across the[...]
Pinot on the River 2010
Last year, on a beautiful sunny day in Sonoma County, I attended Pinot on the River Grand Tasting at Rodney Strong Vineyards. Excitedly I walked to the main entrance where I was met with smiles and a lovely wine glass that would soon be filled with one generous[...]
