"Why did you write a book about meatballs?" a man asked at last weekend's Extra Virgin Festival at B. R. Cohn Winery, where I was featuring the new edition of “The Good Cook's Book of Oil & Vinegar.” Pausing before I answered, I wondered if... Continue
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Led by an all-volunteer crew, the Sonoma Community Center’s Free Thanksgiving Dinner has been a tradition for more than five decades, and once again local businesses, service clubs and volunteers have come together to feed nearly 500 people on November 24. Longtime Sonoma Community Center... Continue
On Thanksgiving Day, Sonoma Valley seniors are invited to enjoy a festive sit-down holiday dinner with all the trimmings in the elegant and newly decorated banquet hall at Vintage House. Dinner is served at 3 p.m. on November 24. Dedicated volunteers will be hard at... Continue
The Rocket Backdoor Deli, which has been tucked in the back of a funky strip of storefronts at 18812 Hwy 12 in the Spings, moves Wednesday into the building’s front location. The empty space was home to Rocket Sushi. The restaurant will continue and expand... Continue
Sonoma home winemakers and local chefs come together on Sunday, October 30, to get "uncorked" for two local nonprofits. Sonoma Uncorked will feature unique wines from Sonoma Home Winemakers and small bites by from local chefs. A silent auction will also take place. All proceeds... Continue
By Jonah Raskin | Special to The Sun Once upon a time, the phrase “farm-to-table” meant something honest, good and real. Indeed, in the beginning, “farm-to-table” meant that the food on the table came from a local farm and that the produce was picked, if... Continue
Like a food truck without wheels, the new Slice Shack, from the Mary’s Pizza folks, now offers walk-away pizza from a small storefront at 14 West Spain Street in Sonoma. Homemade soups, meatballs in a sourdough bread bowl and salads are among quick service options... Continue
[caption id="attachment_72274" align="aligncenter" width="420"] Al fresco dining at FARM at Carneros (submitted photo)[/caption] FARM at Carneros recently launched their new brunch, which is unlike any other brunch the area. It's debuacherous, decadent, and while not cheap, it's a treat that can mark special occasions, provide... Continue
Sonoma County Harvest Fair has announced the 2016 winners of their food competitions. Congrats to all the winners, and as always, shop local! Olive Oil The Olive Press took seven metals in the olive oil competition, including Best of Show. Their Sevillano earned the Best of... Continue
[caption id="attachment_71999" align="aligncenter" width="420"] Kendall-Jackson's garden will play host to a farm-to-table dinner and auction this Friday (Photo: Kendall-Jackson)[/caption] At Kendall-Jackson, wine and food are synonymous. The winery boasts one of the region's largest farm-to-table food programs, including massive on-site gardens and a large culinary... Continue