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Reach For the Stars, Then Kiss the Ground

Meet RJ Jain, Executive Producer of Kiss the Ground and Founder of Price.com When we think of Silicon Valley, it’s easy to conjure visions of self-serving founders whose goals are driven by…

Robin Baggett Auction Napa Valley

Thank You, Auction Napa Valley

A Toast to Nearly 40 Fabulous Years of Fundraising for the Community “Pausing our Auction due to the global pandemic allowed us time to reflect on all we have achieved and gave…

Julie Gordon White, The WELL for Women and Bossa Bars

By Erin Hunt Moore It’s said that entrepreneurs have a special kind of DNA. Surely, something extra is needed to face the steady stream of risks and maintain the creative and strategic energy…

San Francisco’s FASHION ICONOCLASTS

These eight trendsetters redefine style - BY BECCA HENSLEY Fashion flair? It won’t be found on a rack. A stellar sense of style comes from the inside and flows out with grace…

Dealing With Anger

Thoughtful steps to move into acceptance Anger.You Know The Feeling. Tight Chest, adrenaline rush, rapid heartbeat, uncontrolled thoughts. Dictionary.com defines anger as a strong feeling of displeasure and belligerence aroused by a…

Joy Sterling of Iron Horse Vineyards

A toast to resilience and a sparkling life   By Erin Hunt Moore Nestled into its own lush and picturesque pocket of Sonoma County’s Russian River Valley called Green Valley, Iron Horse Vineyards is a world-class producer of estate…

The Pivot Pros

It takes optimism, enthusiasm, and a commitment to community to successfully navigate changes in today’s hospitality industry. These three Bay Area icons exhibit such qualities, each continuing to find purpose in her…

Dianna Badalament, Dianna B Designs & Her Future Coalition

By Erin Hunt Moore Planting the Seeds of Hope Through Jewelry   Dianna Badalament’s jewelry is a seamless fusion of the organic and rustic elements of nature and urban grit and industrial aesthetics, reflecting her own…

Tara Jasper, Sipsong Spirits & Indira Gin

Wine Country’s New Leading Lady of Gin Tara Jasper, distiller and owner of award-winning Sipsong Spirits, belongs to a new wave of  female distillers and craft spirits entrepreneurs in Sonoma County, joining…

Cultivating Presence

Tools to quiet the chatter and find power in the moment With the current chaotic state of the world, one topic getting attention is mindfulness and being present. But do we truly…

A Daily Dose Of Mindfulness, Meditation, And Gratitude

May reduce stress and help you live longer Most of us know the stock market hates uncertainty. Humans don’t deal with it particularly well either—it can affect both our physical and mental…

Profile: Akbar Oluwakemi

An interview with Akbar Oluwakemi-Idowu Gbajabiamila Akbar Oluwakemi-Idowu Gbajabiamila. What a distinctive name for a man of great distinction. You’ve probably seen him, hosting American Ninja Warrior or playing football for the…

Lily Samii

A woman of ingenuity who soared from the depths of adversity to grace center stage Woven like webs of featherweight silk, yet vehemently steadfast in their bonds, are the ties of family,…

In Conversation With Sharon Seto

FALL in love with the AUTUMN season! FALL IS THE BEST TIME OF YEAR FOR SAN FRANCISCANS, AS WEbust out halter dresses, tank tops, shorts, and sun hats to celebrate what locals…

Not Your Usual Roardside Attraction

With Baccarat chandeliers, high-tech wine stations, and a fully stocked market with gourmet local goodies, Oakville Grocery is a destination in itself. I still fondly recall early mornings loading into the family…

Social Distancing, Sunshine & Wine

Napa and Sonoma wineries offer safe wine tasting experiences outdoors In our special corner of the world, harvest arrives at the enviable intersection of three local hallmarks—gorgeous views, sunny days, great wine—and…

Inside the Interiors: Creativity, Imagination, Inspiration

There’s nothing ordinary, nothing expected about a windowless ballroom on the lower level of an 18,000-square-foot 1904 Presidio Heights home that’s modeled after Le Petit Trianon at Versailles. But Gioi Tran and…

Aston Martin Dbs Superleggera Coupe

Superlight, superfast and superfun When I Was A Kid, The Utimate Toy Was The Scalextric Slot-Car Set. The British company manufactured several types of motorized toys, including cars which ran on clockwork…

Has Covid Ravaged Cupid? Is Pandemic Partnering Possible?

Exclusive linx dating founder amy andersen socially distances and tells Being Single During A Pandemic: Blessing Or Curse? It Is Hard To Say, Since coverage on singles has been scant. The dominant…