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What's New In Wine Country

The former Acacia House at the Alila Hotel and Resort in Napa Valley will reopen in mid-May as Violetto, a fine dining experience with tasting and a la carte menus. (Alexander Rubin)

Italian Restaurant Violetto Opening in St. Helena

The former Acacia House at the Alila Hotel and Resort in Napa Valley will reopen in mid-May as Violetto.

Mombo's Pizzeria (photo John Burgess/PD)

Is Cotati Sonoma County’s New Dining Destination? Mombo’s Opening and More

At RO Restaurant and Lounge in Yountville. (David Escalante)

French Laundry Chef Opens RO Restaurant and Lounge in Yountville

Brunch at Wit & Wisdom restaurant in Sonoma. (David Varley/Wit and Wisdom)

Best Sonoma County Brunch Spots for Mother’s Day 2024

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A variety of Mexican dishes served at the Mitote Food Park in Santa Rosa. (Beth Schlanker/The Press Democrat)

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Fabulous Food and Fiestas in Sonoma County

Events include Roseland's immensely popular festival with food, music and dance, along with celebrations, delicious meals and drinks around the county.

Bolognese lasagna made with 12 layers of spinach pasta, rags and béchamel sauce at Portico in Sebastopol, Wednesday, April 24, 2024. (Beth Schlanker / The Press Democrat)

Pasta Whisperers Serve Up Authentic Italian at Hidden Gem in Sebastopol

Quesabirria Plate at El Fogon Taco Shop in Santa Rosa on Friday, April 14, 2023. (Christopher Chung/The Press Democrat)

Where to Find the Best Quesabirria in Santa Rosa

Top Restaurants

19 Sonoma County Restaurants We Return to Again and Again

House-cured salami & cheese at Diavola Pizzeria & Salumeria, in Geyserville. (Christopher Chung/The Press Democrat)

Where Chefs Eat in Sonoma County

Orange Marinated Chicken Pupusa Burger with choice of two stuffed pupusa's filled with pico de gallo, guacamole, lettuce, cheese and chipotle cream from Don Julio's Latin Grill & Pupusas in Rohnert Park on Monday, August 31, 2020. (Photo by John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

20 Hole-in-the-Wall Restaurants to Try in Sonoma County

Margherita, the queen of pizzas with sauce of fresh tomatoes, melted mozzarella cheese with fresh basil and EVOO from L'oro di Napoli in downtown Santa Rosa. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

The Best Italian Restaurants in Sonoma County

Lamb roasted over a live fire with shiso, nori, and housemade ssamjang at chef Joshua Smookler’s Animo. (Kim Caroll/for Sonoma Magazine)

The 30 Best Restaurants in Sonoma County

Snake River Wagyu Babette with potato pave, alliums horseradish and black truffle from The Matheson in Healdsburg. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

25 Essential Sonoma County Restaurants

The Best Restaurants for Newcomers to Sonoma County

Mushroom tacos from the Lucha Sabina food truck at the Mitote Food Park in Santa Rosa. (Beth Schlanker/The Press Democrat)

16 Favorite Mexican Restaurants in Sonoma County

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Omar Galvan delivers an order from the pickup window at Galvan’s Eatery in Santa Rosa. (Heather Irwin / The Press Democrat)

Over 40 Food Trucks Unite for Sonoma County’s ‘Fork’n Good’ Festival

Hosted by the SoCo Market folks (who know how to assemble some tasty food trucks), the list of eats is frighteningly extensive.

Kona Kampachi Ceviche with avocado, kohlrabi, citrus kosho from The Matheson in Healdsburg. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

16 Best Restaurants in Healdsburg

Eggs Benedict from Americana. (Americana)

Local Restaurant Serves Up Happy Hour Deals for Breakfast

Greatest Hits

A waterfall awaits those who hike the easy 3.3 mile falls loop trail in Russian Gulch State Park just north of the town of Mendocino.

15 Stunning Waterfalls in Sonoma, Marin and Mendocino

A Prickly Pear Margarita with chicken fajitas at La Rosa Tequileria & Grille in Santa Rosa, on Tuesday, August 11, 2015. (BETH SCHLANKER/ The Press Democrat)

The Best Happy Hours in Sonoma County

The Ultimate Guide to Sonoma Tasting Rooms

Top 10 Hikes in Sonoma County

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Travel

SingleThread restaurant in Healdsburg. (SingleThread)

3 Wine Country Hotels Win Michelin’s Highest Award

SingleThread restaurant now has three Michelin stars and three Michelin keys. See which other Wine Country properties received the award.

El Dorado Hotel & Kitchen in Sonoma is undergoing a multi-phase renovation, unveiling 27 redesigned rooms in May. (El Dorado Hotel & Kitchen)

Iconic Sonoma Hotel Reopening After Renovation. Here’s a Sneak Peek

Glamping tent at the campground at Sugarloaf Ridge State Park. (Sugarloaf Ridge State Park)

The Best Springtime Camping Spots in Sonoma County

Top Wineries

27 Favorite Dog-Friendly Wineries in Sonoma County

The four leaders of Breathless Wines in Healdsburg. The winery's méthode traditionnelle sparklers are fresh and lively, with three new wines introduced in 2021: two single-vineyard blancs de noir from the Robledo Vineyard in Sonoma and a blanc de blancs from the McMinn Vineyard in Russian River Valley. (Courtesy of Breathless Wines)

6 Lesser-Known But Excellent Sparkling Wineries in Sonoma County

Co-owners from left, Ryan Knowles, Jade Hufford, and Evan Hufford, toast together inside Maison Wine Bar in Healdsburg, Friday, June 23, 2023. (Darryl Bush / For The Press Democrat)

At Healdsburg’s Newest Wine Bar, Sip Excellent Wines Until the Early Hours

Mushroom Cubano with a pinot noir from Bloom Carneros, formerly Kivelstadt Cellars and Winegarten, in Sonoma. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

Top 5 Sonoma Wineries for Foodies

Best Sonoma Wineries for First-Time Visitors

Castello di Amorosa is one of the best Napa wineries for first-time visitors.

12 Unique Winery Experiences in Sonoma and Napa

15 Sonoma Wineries With Gorgeous Gardens

MacRostie Winery in Healdsburg, California

The Best Winery Patios in Sonoma County

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Foggy morning at Bodega Bay via Pacific Coast Highway in Sonoma County, California, USA.

Dream Drives: 3 Perfect Spring Day Trips in Sonoma County

Compare clam chowders along the coast, nibble on fresh cheeses amid the green pastures of west Petaluma, or take in wildflower season just outside of Healdsburg.

White pinot noir is rare, but its interest is definitely budding, especially among select winemakers in Sonoma and Mendocino counties, like Emeritus Vineyards. (Leslie Roberts/Emeritus Vineyards)

White Pinot Noir Is the Latest Trend in Wine Country. Here’s What You Need to Know

Local Skin Care Entrepreneur, Featured in Cosmopolitan, Shares Favorite Sonoma County Spots

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Petaluma’s Eames Institute Offers New Ways to Explore Famous Design Duo’s Work

The little-known Sonoma County connection to one of the most famous design partnerships in history—and how the designers’ lessons are being shared with a new generation.

A newly built modern farmhouse on 77 acres of rolling hills in Healdsburg’s Anderson Valley is listed for $8.7 million.(Ned Bonzi / Sotheby’s International Realty)

Modern Farmhouse in Healdsburg with Guest Barn and Hiking Trails Listed for $8.7 Million

The 1900 square foot home has an open floor plan. (Kurt Lai)

This $925,000 New Build in Occidental Comes with Redwood Views and Small Town Charm

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SANTA ROSA, CA - May 7 - Kentucky Derby Party 2022 on May 7th 2022 at Kendall Jackson Winery in Santa Rosa, CA (Photo - Drew Altizer)

Santa Rosa Winery to Host Largest Kentucky Derby Party on the West Coast

Author and inspirational speaker Liz Murray will share her inspiring life story at The Press Democrat's Women in Conversation event on May 2. (Courtesy of Liz Murray)

Homeless to Harvard: Liz Murray, Whose Life Story Was Made Into a Lifetime Movie, to Speak at Santa Rosa Event

Edward Windsor, Lord Downpatrick (left) toured Sonoma County wineries such as Capo Isetta with Aristeia COO Caitlin Walker (second from right) in search of business opportunities for Downpatrick's travel company Aristeia Travel. (Capo Isetta)

Member of British Royal Family, Princess Diana’s Godson Visits Sonoma County

A cheese flight at Valley Ford Cheese & Creamery includes Grazin’ Girl gorgonzola, Estero Gold, Estero Gold Reserve, Highway 1 Fontina, fresh mozzarella, fresh ricotta, and plain farmer’s cheese, in Valley Ford. (Christopher Chung / The Press Democrat)

A Cheese Lover’s Dream Road Trip from San Francisco to Wine Country

Hiking along the Kortum Trail on the Sonoma Coast. (Jerry Dodrill)

10 Best Hikes on the Sonoma Coast

Passport to Dry Creek Valley.

Explore the Best of Healdsburg's Wine Scene with Passport to Dry Creek Valley

Escargot at Brigitte Bistro in Petaluma (Heather Irwin/The Press Democrat)

New Petaluma Bistro Is the Real French Deal

After closing their Santa Rosa courthouse square restaurant in 2016, Flavor Bistro opened in Sebastopol in 2020. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

Italian Restaurant Opening in Sebastopol’s Former Flavor Bistro Space

Napa Getaway

Although it’s located right off of Highway 29 in St. Helena, Harvest Inn feels like you’ve discovered a secret stretch of Napa Valley. The grounds are lush, peaceful and covered with towering redwoods. (Courtesy of Harvest Inn)

7 Napa Valley Hotels That Won’t Break the Bank

The best part: you’ll have extra spending money for wineries, restaurants and spas.

What’s New in Napa Valley: Where to Eat, Drink and Stay

Hall Wines is one of the best Napa wineries for first-time visitors.

The Best Napa Wineries for First-Time Visitors

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