The Origins of Napa Valley’s Culinary Scene

The Origins of Napa Valley’s Culinary Scene

by | Sep 28, 2020 | EAT

What was the first restaurant in Napa County?   That depends on the definition of “restaurant.”   When Harrison Pierce erected the Empire Saloon on Main Street near Third in 1848, he became the first   to sell meals in a building, as...
Food Trucks – Napa Valley’s Street Food

Food Trucks – Napa Valley’s Street Food

by | Sep 28, 2020 | EAT

Napa Valley has a distinguished reputation as one of North America’s top culinary destinations, touting over 30 Michelin-rated restaurants, six with Michelin stars. But some of Napa’s most delectable menus can be found passionately prepared and served up among...
Breaking the Mold with Food & Wine Pairings

Breaking the Mold with Food & Wine Pairings

by | Sep 28, 2020 | EAT, SIP

While serving an elegant Chardonnay with baked fish or a full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon with a juicy steak are safe bets for wine pairings, the recent explosion of fresh styles of cuisine has created exciting opportunities for wine and food lovers to break tradition...
The Hess Collection

The Hess Collection

by | Sep 14, 2020 | Forks and Corks, SIP

At the Intersection of Great Art, Food and Wine At the intersection of great food, superb views, beautiful art and  fine wine, one will discover The Hess Collection. The mountaintop winery on fabled Mount Veeder offers a compel- ling selection of curated...
The Gabrielle Collection taste +

The Gabrielle Collection taste +

by | Sep 11, 2020 | EAT, Forks and Corks

A taste of a Life Well Lived: The Gabrielle Collection taste + There is a mindset which fastens to the earth in an ecological pursuit of balance and viability.  A philosophy rooted  in organic and sustainable practices with a vision to  create ...