Robin Akhurst: Ambitious, Well-traveled and Paving His Way in the California Wine World
A native of Scotland and now a resident of California’s wine country, Robin Akhurst is the winemaker for Swanson Vineyards and his own lab..
Harvest FAQ’s
Harvest is here, and in celebration of the Wine Country’s most exciting time of year, we’ve compiled our favorite frequently asked questio..
Take the Party Outside
Summer is here and it’s time to take advantage of the prime weather and fresh produce. And what better way to soak up the season than by d..
5 Ingredient Summer Recipes
Want our best tip for hosting a summer gathering? Keep it simple! Opt for these seasonal (and easy) recipes that require only 5 ingredient..
DIY : Homemade Crème de Ricotta
Step by step directions and video tutorial for easy and delicious homemade ricotta, by one of our very own Wine Country Artisans, Sonoma ..
Easy Entertaining
Hosting a dinner party always sounds like a great idea—until you wind up knee-deep in dishes, frantically prepping and plating while your ..
Hannah Hedley: Whimsical Cake Design in the Heart of Napa
“Don’t even get me started on gluten free!” laughs pastry chef Hannah Hedley, when the topic of dieting and restricting certain food group..
Host a Blind Tasting Party
Gather your friends and host an interactive, entertaining and educational blind tasting. Use our guide for an easy and fun competition to ..
DIY: Homemade Truffles
Beautiful to look at and even more luxurious to eat, the chocolate truffle is surely one of the most decadent treats out there. Using your..
Amy Ludovissy: Meeting Viansa Sonoma’s Winemaker
When I met with winemaker Amy Ludovissy at Viansa Sonoma winery, it was like being welcomed into her home. Surrounded by hundreds of barre..