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Where to Buy Gifts in Sonoma
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If you’re the kind of traveler who loves to use their adventures as an excuse to buy gifts for others, you’re sure to hit the motherlode of opportunities in downtown Sonoma. With unique boutiques at…
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Dining in the Springs: Delicious Dishes at a Great Price
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Some of Sonoma’s best kept secrets lie just outside the city limits in the unincorporated towns known as, “the Springs.” These vibrant, residential neighborhoods include Boyes Hot Springs…
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Songbird Parlour's Steak with Chanterelles, Cream & Caramelized Cippolinis
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In Sonoma Valley, these golden, trumpet-shaped mushrooms pop up in the oak and madrone woods each winter, and they taste like the season itself: earthy, a little fruity, and deeply savory. This dish lets them shine…
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The Taverns of Sonoma Valley
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You might wonder what taverns are doing in the heart of Wine Country, but as any great local winemaker will tell you, "it takes a lot of beer to make good wine." At any time of year, Sonoma Valley is a…
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Wine Tasting Etiquette 101
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With over 13,000 acres of vineyards and 80 tasting rooms, Sonoma Valley offers fantastic wine tasting options to explore. Specializing in…
Understanding the Wine Growing Season
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In Sonoma Valley we take winegrowing seriously. In wine country, “wine growers” are the skilled farmers who grow the grapes…
Fine Dining in Sonoma Valley
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Sonoma Valley’s long legacy in the farm-to-fork movement has not only made it one of the original inspirations for recreating…
Healthy Eating Hotspots
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Sonoma County is considered a hotspot of American cuisine for a reason. The famous food writer M.F.K. Fisher came to Sonoma in 1971 to…
Where to Grab a Cup of Coffee in Sonoma Valley
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You can't live on wine alone in Sonoma. Sometimes you need a good cup of coffee to get you ready for the day of adventures, or for an…
Best Places for a Quick Lunch in Sonoma Valley
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With all the fun there is to have in Sonoma Valley, sometimes a quick bite to eat is all the time you’ll have before bouncing off…
Best Happy Hours in Sonoma Valley
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Happy hour is one of the drinking world's greatest traditions. Offering a chance to enjoy wines, beers, and cocktails (and even…
Cannabis 101: A Visitors' Guide
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Cannabis tourism is growing quickly throughout California. With over 800 dispensaries, cannabis is as approachable as it is legal. With…
Explore Sonoma Valley All Year-Round
Sonoma Valley's Four Seasons
Best Ways to Enjoy Fall in Sonoma Valley
Fall is one of the most romantic times to come visit Sonoma Valley. The vines transform from green to a kaleidoscope of reds, oranges, and yellows, the scent of fermenting wine fills…
Winter in Sonoma Valley
Winter is one of the most surprising times to visit Sonoma Valley: the hills burst in bright green, yellow mustard flowers pepper the vineyards, while the vines themselves lie dormant…
Best Ways to Enjoy Springtime in Sonoma Valley
Spring in Sonoma Valley is the harbinger of all fun things to enjoy throughout the spring, summer and fall months. The valley is verdant after the winter rains, and resplendent with…
Summer in Sonoma Valley
Summer in Sonoma Valley is, without a doubt, the most exciting time of the year. With a weather forecast that’s guaranteed to be sunny and warm, the valley comes alive with…