In a region where food and wine have long gone hand in hand, few names carry the quiet prestige of Trefethen Family Vineyards. A cornerstone of Napa Valley since 1968, the estate has…
Drinks
20 years ago, rosé was a poolside afterthought. Then came Château d’Esclans—and everything changed. The estate sits in Provence’s hinterland, northeast of St. Tropez. Vines stretch toward the Massif des Maures, with…
Officially summer’s coldest city in the continental USA, “Fougust” brings San Francisco’s famous air conditioning powered by Mother Nature. While jackets are the best idea for Golden Gate Park and the eucalyptus…
Once again, Haute Living, San Francisco is proud to be a Media Sponsor of Festival Napa Valley, now in its 19th year. This landmark event is just one of the many things…
Sonoma County and its bounty of riches are best appreciated from a comfortable perch. The Lodge at Sonoma offers such a perch. The Autograph Collection property is just a short walk from…
There are Champagne houses, and then there are Champagne maisons—those rarefied institutions where tradition and artistry mingle in ways that transcend time and taste. Perrier-Jouët belongs emphatically to the latter. Founded in…
On May 22, Prophet & Poet, the ultra-premium wine label founded by Jessica Biel, Justin and Rose Biel, Jesse Katz, and Chris and Ariel Jackson, made its official debut with an exclusive…
Within the sun-drenched hills of the Alexander Valley, Skipstone takes the wine tasting experience to new heights with the debut of the Skipstone Sonoma Cook-Off. This spirited, small-group culinary showdown is inspired by the high-stakes…
In the center of Midtown, surrounded by concrete and glass, Le Jardinier doesn’t compete with the clamor of New York City. It carves out quiet. This garden-like restaurant offers something rare in…
Dr. Paul Gee, Northern California’s first Chinese American vintner, has played an integral role in shaping the Napa Valley wine country we know today. Born in Toisan, China, Dr. Gee immigrated to…
Now is one of the best times of year to visit Napa Valley, as the weather warms up (but not too warm) and grape vines come into bloom. A popular place to…
Treat your mom to a beautifully curated Mother’s Day brunch at the picturesque Estate Yountville on Sunday, May 11, from 10am to 2pm. In addition to the lavish buffet spotlighting local ingredients,…
What’s on in June? Baseball, ballet, and La Bohème. Napa Valley Barrel Auction and the Neil Diamond musical. The North Beach Festival, SF Jazz Festival, and SF Pride Celebration & Parade. SFMOMA,…
From Healdsburg to Half Moon Bay, springtime graces the San Francisco Bay Area with museum exhibitions, popular festivals, live theater, ballet, contemporary dance, and jazz performances… plus baseball, too. CURRENT Throughout May…
The second week of the 14th Annual Culinary Clash brought together students, mentors, and food lovers for a night of innovation, storytelling, and thoughtful dining.
Sonoma Valley’s newest destination for wine tasting is Auteur Russian River outside Healdsburg. Co-owners Kenneth and Laura Juhasz have announced the opening of of a striking new location perched on a wooded…
Chardonnay lovers no doubt are familiar with Frank Family’s Carneros Chardonnay, one of the best-selling Chardonnays in the nation. This high-quality, reasonably priced wine is a staple for those seeking an elegant,…
Vintner Suzanne Deal Booth, renowned for her expertise in cultural heritage preservation, has dedicated the past 15 years to restoring and reimagining Bella Oaks, one of Napa Valley’s most historic vineyards. In…
CURRENT Fickle weather is no April Fool’s joke, so grab those layers heading out the door. As any San Franciscan can attest, this is a good month to keep both sunglasses and…