Vintage House hosts Thanksgiving dinner for Sonoma seniors

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

Rocket on the move

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

Get uncorked for mentoring

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

Farm-to-table true believers – and Jewish, too

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

Mary’s Pizza now by the slice on Sonoma Plaza

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

First taste: brunch at FARM at Carneros

[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

2016 Sonoma Valley Harvest Fair food winners

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

Tomatoes abound at Kendall-Jackson this weekend

[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

Taqueria La Hacienda reopens after fire (and renovations)

Springs residents rejoice! Taqueria La Hacienda will re-open again today after a kitchen fire closed the restaurant mere days after re-opening last month after renovations. Thankfully, the fire did not injure anyone. They are open from 10AM-9PM daily, serving lunch and dinner. 939-8226 - 17960... Continue

Worth the Drive: Atlantis Steakhouse

[caption id="attachment_71069" align="aligncenter" width="420"] Atlantis Steakhouse at the Altantis Casino Resort Spa in Reno (submitted photo)[/caption] Sometimes you need a great steak. Well, maybe not everyone, but, for us meat-eaters - when the crave hits, the steak better be good. Sometimes, you've got to get... Continue

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