In the food world, it always seems like “this” is the new “that,” and that is perfectly acceptable! We have all heard that kale is the new spinach, and quinoa is the new rice. I think that it’s fun to be exposed to new items and the various ways in which you can use them. […]

New Year’s is one of the most festive holidays of the year. It is a time to get together with friends and family, while enjoying yet another decadent spread of food and a wide range of adult beverages! Let’s be honest though—sometimes you enjoy just a little bit of food and a few more drinks […]

Fall is in full swing here in Sonoma County. The grapes have been harvested, the vineyards are putting on their spectacular color show, the first rain of the season has fallen and there is a noticeable chill in the air. The other sign that Fall is in full swing…our stores are full of the season’s […]

Hard cider, long overshadowed by beer and wine here in the United States, has arrived! That is evident in the amount of cider makers that are opening up cider works and cider houses across the country. It is now common to find hard cider by the glass on restaurant wine lists, and cider specific pubs […]

If you have taken a stroll down our beer aisle recently, you have probably noticed another tell-tale sign that we have transitioned from summer to fall even though it still feels like summer outside: Your favorite crisp summer beers have been replaced by the heartier fall seasonal selections.  If you are a summer-only beer drinker, […]