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FOOD & DRINK
4th of July celebrations feature local farmers markets
Nothing says Americana more than good ol' fashioned picnics on the Fourth of July. Growing up in West Marin, we would pack a bunch of food and head out to the beach to join our local community to break bread, swim and enjoy an early evening bonfire as soon as the fog started to roll in. Now that I live in Sonoma County, there are so many fun things to do to celebrate the Fourth of July. Living in Kenwood, there is the world's cutest parade and pancake breakfast.
Annual Kids Day Parade and Festival
One of Cotati’s summer showcase events takes place Saturday (July 13) The 31st festival begins with a free pancake breakfast at Church of the Oaks from 8-10 a.m., and continues with the parade at 10 a.m., followed by activities in La Plaza Park from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Those participating...
Popular San Francisco fried chicken spot spreads its wings in Napa
The Bird, a fast-casual restaurant billing itself as San Francisco’s favorite fried chicken, has partnered with Super Duper Burger’s at Napa’s Bel Aire Plaza to offer its popular chicken sandwich as part of a delicious collaboration. Both restaurants are part of Adriano Paganini’s Back of the House restaurant group.
Sarmentine bakery to open soon in Petaluma
Sarmentine Artisan Boulanger, with popular bakeries in Santa Rosa and Sebastopol, is coming to Petaluma. Late last year, it was announced that the acclaimed bread and pastry maker would be taking over the space on Petaluma Boulevard that recently housed Ambrosia Indian Cuisine. Previous to Ambrosia, the space (near the corner of the Boulevard and Payran) has been home to Mike’s at the Crossroad and Johnny Garlic’s.
Veo Optics expands to Petaluma’s American Trust Building
If you go James Peo founded Veo Optics in 2009 and functions mostly as an opticians’ eyewear store that carries popular brands like Celine, Bottega Veneta, Dior, Tom Ford, Saint Laurent and even their own brand called the Jamestown Eyewear. The business stocks as many as 16,000 different frames at any given time. The business has locations in Petaluma, San Francisco and Los Angeles. Location: 101 Petaluma Blvd. N., Petaluma Hours: 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Monday-Thursday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday-Saturday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday More information: veooptics.com, 707-390-2020.
Best Napa Valley Pools North to South
Napa Valley summers are marked by warm days, pleasant evenings, and cool nights. The grapes love this ideal Mediterranean climate and so do we! Our summer weather patterns are also one of the reasons we love a great resort pool. We’re not above selecting our accommodation by what level of relaxation and floating potential lies ahead.
West County Museum: Insights into Western Sonoma History
The West County Museum, housed in a beautifully restored 1917 Mission-style railroad depot, offers a unique window into the rich history of western Sonoma County. With over 8,000 photographs and a diverse collection of artifacts, the museum presents engaging exhibits that chronicle the region’s past. In This Article. Key...
July Gazette Pet of the Month: Meet Evita
Likes: Shopping trips, belly rubs from the grandkids, chasing tennis balls down the hall. Dislikes: Cats and rodents attacking the vegetable garden, cowardice. Fun fact: Evita has the heart of a lion. About Evita. About three years ago we were given a present. A beautiful cinnamon-colored chihuahua with the marking...
Bountiful Feasting at Buster’s Southern Barbeque Restaurant in Calistoga
Settled away in the tranquil Mediterranean-like countryside among fertile vineyards, exquisite bed & breakfast inns, hot springs and Michelin-starred restaurants, you’ll find Buster’s Southern Barbeque restaurant in Calistoga, California. On most days, you’ll find a lot of people pulling their exotic cars and fancy SUVs into the parking lot and lining up at this small food stand. At a quick glance, Buster’s might seem a bit out of place for the neighborhood along Highway 29 and Foothill Boulevard, but locals will assure you that this is the spot for feasting. The roadside open-air restaurant is the pride and joy of entrepreneur...
Support small Sonoma County business by helping paint a mural
Artstart, an organziation that creates art around Sonoma County, needs your help painting a new mural in the South Park neighborhood of Santa Rosa. The mural, which is funded by Santa Rosa’s Small Business Support Program, will appear on The Hattery, a local hat store. The Hattery is located at 1240 Petaluma Hill Road.
Must-see Sonoma County theater this July
The theater this summer has everything from drama to comedy to opera, and it all goes down on stages in Santa Rosa, Petaluma, Sonoma and more. If you’re looking for a way to combine. Beauty and the Beast. The Roustabout Theater’s Apprentice Program is putting on a production of...
Mancini Beverage Celebrates Caymus Vineyards
Mancini Beverage – Northeast Wines division celebrated the 50th anniversary of Caymus Vineyards with a tasting of its 50th anniversary Napa Cabernet on June 4 at the Gardiner House in Newport. Industry professionals enjoyed a private tasting of the iconic red wines and vintages. Founded by Lorna and Charlie Wagner Sr. in 1972, Caymus Vineyards is still 100% family-owned and -operated by Lorna and Charlie’s son, Chuck, and family in the center of Napa Valley in Rutherford, California. The winery focuses on Cabernet Sauvignon, with grapes grown in low-fertility soils on the valley floor and its surrounding mountains using viticulture practices that influence its unique style of Cabernet.
Napa Home & Garden’s New Collection Appeals to Slightly Younger Audience
Napa Home & Garden is answering consumer demand for color and texture with its new collection, Canyon. “The Canyon collection is especially captivating for retailers looking to broaden their demographic reach,” said Napa President Michelle Gee. “This look appeals to a slightly younger audience, allowing retailers to connect with this sought-after group.”
Review: 2022 Hahn Founder’s Series Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir
Founders Nicky and Gaby Hahn settled in the Santa Lucia Highlands in the late 1970s. Now in its second generation of family ownership, Hahn Family Wines produces a wide assortment of wines at a variety of price points, including its excellent SLH series as well as the Appellation Series, concentrating exclusively on estate vineyards located in Arroyo Seco. We aren’t reviewing either of these today, but we are looking at two of its latest entry-level offerings: a Pinot Noir and a Cabernet Sauvignon.
Winning SuperLotto Plus lottery tickets sold in Panorama City, Saint Helena and Vallejo
LOS ANGELES – There were no tickets sold with all six numbers in Wednesday evening’s SuperLotto Plus drawing, pushing the estimated jackpot for Saturday’s drawing to $50 million. There were three tickets sold matching five numbers, but missing the Mega number, in Panorama City at a 7-eleven...
Music and Movie Stars, Chefs and Winemakers Come Together for New Sonoma County Festival
This summer, Northern California welcomes the return of Festival del Sole, which will be held at the Green Music Center at Sonoma State University from Aug. 1 to 4. The event, presented in collaboration with arts entrepreneur and pianist Barrett Wissman, will feature a lineup of international musicians, wine events and an exclusive gala dinner and auction, which will welcome actor Robert Redford and his wife, multimedia environmental artist Sibylle Szaggars Redford.
Petaluma Chef Re-Imagines Chicago Burger Icon in Sebastopol’s The Barlow
The end of an era for Chicago’s Cock Robin burger chain signaled a new beginning for Barlow owner Barney Aldridge. Now, he’s bringing the childhood memories of burgers and shakes to Sebastopol with the help of chef Jared Rogers of Petaluma’s Easy Rider. Rogers, who co-founded the...
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