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Wine Country
Wine Country's sweet spot
Once a bucolic country town, Healdsburg is now the nexus for some of California's best wines, with all the trappings of a wine haven.
Tasty times at Flavor bar
Test your sense of sweet, sour, bitter and salty at the Culinary Institute of America at Greystone, one of the best places for lay people to learn about food.
Goofy charm in Calistoga
What the Roman Spa Hot Springs Resort lacks in luxury, it makes up for in good-natured vibes and value.
Small winery, big ambitions
One of the few Napa wineries to offer complimentary tastings, August Briggs packs numerous varietals into one cozy space.
Dessert first
Brimming with more than 100 temptations in pies, cookies and other sugary treats, Napa's Sweetie Pies promises a satisfying sugar fix.
Pop-eyed for olive oil
Thanks to boutique producers, Napa Valley has established itself as a great spot for tastings of a second delicious elixir.
Gold Rush to wine rush
Once known for its precious nuggets, the sweet, small town of Murphys is now rich with visitor-friendly boutique wineries.
Fresh food just out the door
From Meadowood in St. Helena to the Applewood Inn in Guerneville, these five restaurants serve seasonal delights grown in on-site gardens.
All aboard the Wine Train
A longtime hit with tourists, Napa Valley's leisurely locomotive is a must-do for Northern California locals too. Find out why »
S.F., the new Wine Country
The city is now home to dozens of winemakers who have embraced urban living rather than decamping for the hills. Map of S.F. wineries »
One perfect day in Napa
A lot of art and a little wine make for a perfect Napa Valley getaway. Find out where to stay, eat, save and splurge.
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