Author Fodor's Napa and Sonoma
Coauthor The California Directory of Fine Wineries
I cover wineries, sights to see, activities, restaurants, and hotels in Napa, Sonoma, and beyond.
What to Do in a Day or Two
“We’re on the cusp of harvest,” enthused Kirk Venge in mid-August. “It’s going to be busy and exciting and I cannot wait for it to begin!” The winemaker …
Winemaker Kirk Venge Is Having the Time of His Life Read More »
Itineraries, what to do, points of interest, restaurants, hotels, and background info, sorted by region. Napa Valley | Sonoma County | Marin County | Mendocino County | Paso …
Chef elevates Cabernet Sauvignon with food pairing approach. A steak and a Napa Valley Cab—this iconic combo has earned the valley pride of place on wine lists the …
Social-media highlights of Taste of Sonoma 2022 wine and food festival, plus three Sonoma County wineries – Inman, Anaba, and Pedroncelli – focused on sustainability. Taste of Sonoma …
Exclusive wine tastings, resort restaurant lunches, a wine and culinary event. The Napa Valley’s casual elegance, accomplished wines, and culinary finesse were on full display during recent winery …
5 Upscale Napa Valley Winery and Restaurant Experiences Read More »
Napa Valley Vintners reinvents community fundraising with innovative initiative. I’ve always known the folks at Napa Valley Vintners help many people through their charitable efforts, but until I …
Collective Napa Valley: Gathering, Enjoying Wine, and Doing Good Read More »
Whites delight on a recent wine-tasting excursion to the land of bold reds. On a June 2022 press trip to the Lodi wine country, the big takeaway was …
Day trip to Mendocino County town nearer than you think entices with easy-going hospitality, varied experiences. Let’s get the logistics out of the way first: a half-hour’s drive …
Hop Up to Hopland for Leisurely Wine Tasting and Striking Views Read More »
More than 30 Sonoma County wineries are participating, with food by three top local chefs. Happy to be attending the 2022 Russian River Valley Winegrowers Paulée Dinner on August …
2022 Paulée Dinner Celebrates Russian River Valley AVA Wines Read More »
Northern Sonoma County festival promises deluxe weekend of tastings, meals, music, and parties. Local and national winemakers and chefs will participate in the first annual Healdsburg Wine & …
Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience Hosts Winemaking, Culinary, and Musical Stars Read More »
