What a Smash! The 2012 bASH in St. Helena

Now THAT’S how you conduct a food and wine pairing event.  Last Saturday, Appellation St. Helena presented the 2012 bASH, a competition for pairing food and wine held at the Culinary Institute of America.  We’ve been to many food and … –> please click here to continue reading –>

The Best Coffee In Napa Valley

OK, fine, so the Napa Valley has a Peet’s Coffee and 11 different Starbucks locations.  But what if you are looking for some exceptionally good coffee, and/or don’t want to try a national chain?  Here’s where you can find the best coffee … –> please click here to continue reading –>