Food & Drink

Taste the Place, Dan Berger’s Take on Wine

Dan Berger hardly needs introduction if one knows about wine. As a wine columnist since 1976, the Los Angeles Times wine writer (1988-1996) and award-winning journalist has lived here in Sonoma County since 1986. He is an international competition judge, author, speaker and professor, as well as a member...

The Ingredients & Seasons of Sonoma Chef Armando Navarro

Mission Possible: Brice Giannotti Leads with Intention

Wine Time in Marin: Where to Get a...

"The people that work in wine are passionate and creative; it keeps work compelling," Paige Dana said.

Bottles & Ballet: Uncorking Excellence with Paige Dana

Jan 27, 2026

Kosta Browne Winery, the lauded label that was launched in the 1990s, just made history as San Francisco Ballet’s...

After 13 years as the Michelin Star-winning executive chef at Healdsburg’s Madrona Manor, Jesse Mallgren’s current role is executive chef at Jordan Vineyard & Winery.

Caviar Dreams: Chef Jesse Mallgren Sets the Table

Jan 20, 2026

Chef Jesse Mallgren spent 13 years as the Michelin Star-winning executive chef at Healdsburg’s Madrona Manor (now The Madrona...

Loving caviar, one tiny spoonful at a time

Break Out the Blinis: Loving Caviar, a Tiny Spoonful at a Time

Jan 13, 2026

It has been more than 10 years since Petra Higby and her sister, Saskia, launched a wholesale caviar company...

Chef Juliana Thorpe channels her global culinary expertise into a menu that celebrates regional abundance

Ingredients That Shine: Chef Juliana Thorpe Showcases Local Bounty

Jan 6, 2026

At The Lodge at Dawn Ranch, co-executive chef Juliana Thorpe channels her global culinary expertise into a menu that...

Pastry chef Emily Luchetti launched a new dessert company, Sweet Queen LLC.

Designed to Be Devoured, Emily Luchetti’s New Line of Spreads

Dec 30, 2025

Sweet things are afoot in Bolinas, thanks to pastry chef Emily Luchetti. Even if the name doesn’t ring a bell,...

Kathleen Inman embodies the essence of hands-on winemaking.

Hopping the Pond: Kathleen Inman Grows Roots and Wine

Dec 22, 2025

Kathleen Inman embodies the essence of hands-on winemaking—equally comfortable pouring tastings as she is maneuvering tractors through her vineyard. For...

Eli’s Deli is integral to theOsher Marin Jewish Community Center.

Nourishing Notions: Eli’s Deli at Osher Marin

Dec 16, 2025

Since Eli’s Deli opened in May inside of the Osher Marin Jewish Community Center, owner Dawn Daabul has been...