Few champagne houses can boast such constant progression in their product and brand identity as the esteemed Piper-Heidsieck. The spark of a love story, Florens-Louis Heidsieck created his first vintage in 1785 for Agathe Perthois in order to win her favor. Indeed, he succeeded, while also obtaining the admiration of Marie …
Daiquiris make a nice addition to a family gathering or party. You do not have to leave the house to find the perfect daiquiri. With a quality blender, you can turn your kitchen into a luxurious bar. Custom daiquiris at home also make it easier to please each person at …
The contemporary popularity of the craft cocktail owes its success to the great distillers and bartenders dedicated in their pursuit to make exceptional drinks that not only stun the palate, but also create a unique experience. Many consumers are empowered with the knowledge and tools to make great cocktails at …
Photo: Gallery 300 An original founder of the South A Street Arts District in downtown Santa Rosa has found a new home in The Barlow, a culinary and arts center in Sebastopol, in Western Sonoma County. Designed to be an open venue for painters and mixed medium artists, Gallery 300 …
Award-winning spirits aren’t far away, in fact, they’re nestled right in Sonoma County. Hanson of Sonoma Distillery specializes in unique flavored vodkas made from organic grapes to result in a delicious spirit. Experimenting with flavors like cucumber mint, habanero pepper, ginger root, espresso, and boysenberry, Hanson of Sonoma offers a …
Photo: Sonoma Magazine With udon bars in San Francisco bouncing in popularity, the North Bay area of California has gotten a new udon spot to spread the 1,000 year old Japanese staple. Ippinn Udon and Tempura cranks out house-made udon noodles year round, traditionally served hot in winter and cold …
Photo: Sonoma Magazine Sonoma County is nothing if not a summer paradise for picnic season, and what better place to stock up on picnic eats than at Frenchie Picnics and Provisions? What started as a mobile food car in Sonoma has now evolved into a proper brick and mortar store …
Photo: Marty from Yelp No longer a farmer’s market staple, What a Chicken has now found a brick and mortar home in southern Sonoma County. Fusing Mexican and southern flavors and inspirations, this chicken restaurant boasts a budget-friendly menu that includes mesquite-grilled chicken and pork, steak and shrimp veggie wraps, …
Photo: Alvin Jornada Focused on brewing underappreciated beers since 2011, Henhouse Brewing has now opened a second location, the Petaluma Palace of Barrels. Customers can enjoy 16 of their beers on tap and grab a bite from one of the rotating food trucks during the evenings Wednesday through Sunday. HenHouse’s …
Sonoma County, California is home to over 400 wineries, 50 miles of lovely pacific coastline, and at just 30 miles north of San Francisco, it’s one of California’s most beautiful areas to enjoy in the west coast summer. Sonoma is packed with exciting events, arts culture, restaurants, and bars all …
Photo: Hammerfriar After 13 years of guiding the Hammerfriar Art Gallery through its infancy, founder Jill Plamann sets sights on retirement and passes the torch onto new owners Charly Leys and Glen Young. After 40 years of presenting art, Plamann has curated a final show featuring work from 41 different …
Native America cuisine gets some well-deserved love at Virginia Dare Winer where the Wero Restaurant has recently opened. Inspired by early North American inhabitants, Wero serves up popular dishes steeped in Native American tradition like fry bread tacos, bison ribs, and rotisserie chicken. Part of the Family Coppola, the winery …
