Three Days in Sonoma Valley: Spring Edition

If you love wildflowers, sunshine and the promise of new beginnings, there’s nothing quite like springtime in Sonoma Valley. While there is enough to do in Sonoma Valley to fill well more than three weeks, three days in Sonoma Valley is a great way to start. Here’s an action-packed itinerary to best…

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Caddis Wines' Strawberry & Rosé Salad

Springtime in Sonoma Valley is all about strawberries and the new releases of our local rosés. Caddis Wines' Rosé of Pinot Noir is the perfect ingredient base for the dressing, with gentle notes of strawberry leaf to complement the fruit. In this salad, fresh, bright and fruity flavors mingle…

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Fun Ways to Spend Mother's Day in Sonoma Valley

Mother’s Day is not just about giving Mom the day off from her daily family contributions, but to also celebrate her for all that she does to keep the family together. Whether you choose to gift her an object, an experience, or quality time together, you’re sure to make an impression when you…

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Fun Ways to Tour Sonoma Valley

Want to tour wine country without driving your car, but maybe in a limo or a trolley? Sonoma Valley has it. What about a vintage VW microbus for a winery tour, or an electric scooter or bike to take you down the trails towards farms and vineyards? Sonoma has that too. In fact, in Sonoma Valley you…

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St. Francis Winery's English Pea, Leek & Fennel Soup

St. Francis Winery & Vineyards' Executive Chef Peter Janiak harnesses the beautiful emerging abundance of spring vegetables like peas, leeks and fennel to create a light yet flavorful soup. Try this as your first course for your spring holiday meal alongside St. Francis' zesty Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc! INGREDIENTS 2 cups of leeks (3/4” dice half moons) 2 cup medium diced fennel 4 oz butter…

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