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Mardi Gras for the Palate and Soul: PLāYT

Sep 01, 2018 ● By Fran Miller

With a vibe that is equal parts convivial and cosmopolitan, PLāYT serves-up the same New Orleans-influenced comfort foods over which Picán enthusiasts raved.

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Ravenswood Flies Full-Circle

Aug 24, 2018 ● By Fran Miller

Founded in 1976 and as good as ever, Ravenswood strives to put what is picked from the fields right into the bottle.

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A Napa Hidden Gem: Oakville Ranch

Aug 13, 2018 ● By Fran Miller

There aren’t too many “finds” left in the Napa Valley. Oakville Ranch is definitely 'a find.'

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The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay’s Global Cuisine Series Pairs Fun, Food, and Your Fave Chefs

Aug 08, 2018 ● By Fran Miller

Few opportunities exist where fans can so closely interact with their idols. The Ritz-Carlton Half Moon Bay’s Global Cuisine Series is such an opportunity.

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Take a San Francisco 'Beercation' at Anchor Brewing

Aug 06, 2018 ● By Fran Miller

Anchor Brewery and Anchor Public Taps are the perfect place to spend a sunny San Francisco afternoon.

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Napa Valley's Unconventional Cain

Jul 24, 2018 ● By Fran Miller

Cain wines are not for everyone, but fans agree there's nothing quite like them.

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Materra Finds its Sweet Spot

Jul 24, 2018 ● By Fran Miller

With the 2015 completion of its winery, barrel storage facility, and sleek tasting room, and with several award-winning varietals to its name, Materra finds its sweet spot.

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Copia Finds New Life as the Public Face of the Culinary Institute of America

Jul 24, 2018 ● By Fran Miller

Downtown Napa's Copia enjoys new life as part of the iconic Culinary Institute of America.

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Market in St. Helena is the Locals Choice

Jul 22, 2018 ● By Fran Miller

If one truly wants to know a town or locale, one must eat as the locals do. And in Napa Valley, the locals dine at Market in St. Helena.

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Dine & Drink for the Greater Good at Gather

Jun 28, 2018 ● By Fran Miller

Few restaurants so artfully and deliciously meld both vegetarian and meat-centric options on a menu that appeals to all diners.

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