Dining well in Burgundy
The adjective that most commonly precedes chardonnay and pinot noir wines is “food-friendly” and when one travels to the cradle of chardonnay …
The sweeter side of Downtown Napa
No matter where you turn, Downtown Napa has great bakeries and sweet shops for a relaxing breakfast with coffee, that afternoon treat …
The start of a new era at Laura Chenel’s new creamery in Sonoma
With a brand that is synonymous with high quality fresh goat cheese in the U.S., Laura Chenel is beginning a new era …
The breakfast of champions
One of my favorite foods is a simple one – bircher muesli. It’s a concoction of whole grains, nuts and maybe dried fruits soaked …
A spectrum of culinary experiences at the Culinary Institute of America in Saint Helena
Since the Napa Valley is about food and wine, a great complement to wine-tasting is food-tasting, and there is no better, authoritative …
Chef profiles – Anne Gingrass-Paik of Brix Restaurant in Yountville
Given that Yountville has some of the greatest restaurants in the country, it was fitting when the Kelleher family sought a new …
Mustard, according to the chefs of Napa Valley
The Napa Valley Mustard Festival not only celebrates the warmth of the yellow mustard flowers in bloom, but also the wealth of …
Developing a diverse cultural palate through food begins young
Cakebread Cellars commitment to food extends beyond its wines. As part of Cakebread’s community outreach, Culinary Director Brian Streeter visits the Mount …
Dining in the city of Bordeaux
If you are travelling to Bordeaux, you probably love food and wine. Some of the specialties of Bordeaux given its proximity to …
Sherry pairings in Jerez
One could spend days in Jerez being amazed by the infinite pairings of dry sherry with food, if mostly to satisfy a curiosity of …