Spring Comes to Sonoma: The Sonoma International Film Festival

Come celebrate Spring by treating yourself to wine, food and a film festival in the heart of Northern California’s Wine Country.  Now in its 17th year, the 2014 Sonoma International Film Festival (SIFF) takes place April 2-6, 2014 and will … –> please click here to continue reading –>

Recommendations from the 2014 World of Pinot Noir

Each year, attendees at the World of Pinot Noir (WOPN) come expecting gorgeous California weather, delicious gourmet food, and copious amounts of high quality Pinot Noirs.  This year?  Well, two out of three ain’t bad. California is facing its worst drought … –> please click here to continue reading –>

Savor Sonoma Valley: Two Days, 26 Wineries

Join twenty-six wineries throughout Sonoma Valley for Savor Sonoma Valley, a premium wine and culinary experience taking place in just a few weeks.  This idyllic stretch of valley and hills between the villages of Kenwood and Glen Ellen is known … –> please click here to continue reading –>

VinOlivo: Wrapping Up the Olive Season in Sonoma Valley

Last month, we told you about January events in Sonoma Valley celebrating olives and olive products (see here).  This month, the VinOlivo Weekend wraps up the Olive Festival with more olive-themed events between February 15th and 18th. Keep reading and learn about VinOlivo 2013 events over … –> please click here to continue reading –>

Olive Season – Yet Another Reason To Visit Sonoma Valley

Olive and Olive Oil fans, rejoice!  Sonoma Valley is celebrating Olive Season and January 2013 is “Taste of the Olive Month.”  Events this month include Olive Oil Tastings, a Martini competition, and an Olive-focused multi-course dinner put on by a … –> please click here to continue reading –>

Starting the Holiday Season in Style in Sonoma Valley

Want to start off your holiday season with some wine tasting?  Then you should know about the Heart of Sonoma Valley Holiday Open House.  On Friday, November 23rd, and Saturday, November 24th, you have two days to roam around Sonoma Valley … –> please click here to continue reading –>

Some California Wines Well Worth Trying

Earlier this month, we were lucky enough to enjoy the San Francisco Tasting of the Family Winemakers of California at Fort Mason in San Francisco. As expected, we thoroughly enjoyed the offerings from Benovia Winery,  Dutton-Goldfield, Merry Edwards Wine, Pride … –> please click here to continue reading –>