.Food & Drink

Jan 20, 2026

Caviar Dreams: Chef Jesse Mallgren Sets the Table

Chef Jesse Mallgren spent 13 years as the Michelin Star-winning executive chef at Healdsburg’s Madrona Manor (now The Madrona Hotel).  In the culinary world, 13 years is a lifetime, an esteemed prelude for Mallgren’s current role as executive chef at Jordan Vineyard & Winery.  He has a vast “playground” to work...
Kathleen Inman embodies the essence of hands-on winemaking.
Dec 22, 2025

Hopping the Pond: Kathleen Inman Grows Roots and Wine

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.
Dec 16, 2025

Nourishing Notions: Eli’s Deli at Osher Marin

Since Eli’s Deli opened in May inside of the Osher Marin Jewish Community Center, owner Dawn Daabul has been...
Merriam Vineyards in Healdsburg
Dec 16, 2025

East to West, Peter Merriam Hits the Slopes and the Vineyard

Peter Merriam and his wife, Diana, purchased their Sonoma County vineyard estate in 2000, as a next chapter for...
Goodmellow, wellness beverage brand
Dec 9, 2025

Good & Mellow: Brandon Hanson Chills Out

Brandon Hanson co-founded Hanson Distillery in 2012, known for their high quality spirits, most notably the Hanson Vodka that...
Courtney Clifton teaches basic cooking to kids at the nonprofit Hanna Center's Winter Culinary Camp.
Dec 2, 2025

Community & Cookies, Local Baker Gets Kids Involved

Courtney Clifton runs a cottage food bakery out of her Santa Rosa home called Cove & Crumb, specializing in...
Winegrower turns winemaker
Nov 24, 2025

Home Ranch, Where Winegrower Turns Winemaker

Justin Warnelius-Miller grew up at Garden Creek Ranch in the Alexander Valley, learning viticulture from his father, a cabernet...
Kristina Tucker discovered tea over 30 years ago and began working with The Republic of Tea soon after.
Nov 18, 2025

Tea Time: Kristina Tucker Puts the Kettle On

With minister of enlightenment as her job title, Kristina Tucker holds some powerful energy at Larkspur-based The Republic of...
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