San Francisco’s distinct neighborhoods are part of the City’s charm. Diverse, historical, and always intriguing, the unique regions draw curious global visitors who are eager to experience the palpable vivacity offered by…
Food and Wine Events
Chances are good that many of the wines listed on the menu at Thrive City’s Mission Bay Wine Bar are unfamiliar. Even to the most devoted wine aficionado, several of the labels…
I have been a member of the San Francisco Opera Guild’s board of directors since 1995, and I support the annual fundraising event at the Spring Fashion Show and Auction, hosted…
‘Tis the season of giving and of giving back. And when you gift one of these wines to your family, friends, and work associates, you’ll accomplish both. These producers are going above…
Found in some of Europe’s lesser touristed wine regions, these characteristic and inventive wine hotels, one in France and one in Italy, put you right in the middle of the vines. Owned…
Travel can be a life-changing experience. Paragon by Modern Adventure offers unique culinary, creative and cultural destinations. Consider California wine country – ancient redwoods, dramatic coastlines, lush hillsides, vineyards as far as…
The Meritage Resort and Spa hosts the second annual Cabernet Classic Festive Weekend to Feature Master Sommeliers, Rare Wines, Winemakers and Chef-Curated Dining Experiences Benefitting SommFoundation The Meritage Resort and Spa, located at the…
Perfectly Paired Luxury When recommending wine tasting venues to family and friends, it’s challenging to come up with properties and estates that offer the same level of luxurious hospitality as that at…
The first-ever Purple Urchin Festival in Mendocino explored the history and impact of the invasive species on our coast, inspiring both thoughtful discussion and delicious solutions.
We all have our favorite wine glass, the one we reach for each day. It’s as much a part of the happy hour ritual as the wine itself. Some of us choose…
41 years of support for the Sun Valley Museum of Art. Featuring 50 wineries from throughout the Willamette, Walla Walla, Napa, and Sonoma Valleys, the Sun Valley Wine Auction recently wrapped its 41st…
At The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco, a pretty terrace courtyard that’s open to the sky, is ground zero for raising a glass to the 250th anniversary of Veuve Clicquot, the famous French Champagne.…
The Napa Valley Film Festival celebrated the cast of the new series on Netflix “Iron Chef: Quest for an Iron Legend” with an intimate wine country BBQ and toast to the eight-part series at…
Lexus, along with its Hotel Partners, Lexus Culinary Masters and Napa Valley Vintners, is hosting the seventh annual Lexus Culinary Classic: “Festival Style” on Fri., Aug. 26 through Sun., Aug. 28, 2022 at Cavallo Point in Sausalito, Calif. This…
Napa Valley music festival returns to Memorial Day weekend. Does it feel like we just celebrated BottleRock 2021? You’re not entirely wrong. With COVID-19 safety restrictions postponing last year’s festival to Labor…
Livermore Valley Wine Country’s “Taste Our Terroir” to feature food and wine pairing competition, winemakers’ dinner, and more July 14-17, 2022.
If you’re stumped about what to get your sweet-toothed dad for Father’s Day, we’ve got a few suggestions. Cookies, cupcakes, and ice cream cover this particular sugar spectrum. A gift from any…
Sipping and mingling on a sunny Calistoga afternoon Four Seasons Resort Napa Valley and the Calistoga Wine Growers Association were the perfect pairing for the Calistoga Wine and Culinary Experience on Saturday,…
What if being environmentally conscientious was as easy as choosing the right bottle of wine or champagne? Earth Day falls on April 22, but vinous producers Sonoma-Cutrer, Banfi, Avaline, Benziger, and Champagne…
Listen to the sounds of spring: outdoor music festivals plus baseball, ballet, opera, Broadway shows, and more. At the San Francisco Ballet, the 2022 season marks the farewell of Artistic Director and…