Fall for flowers in Healdsburg
At the beginning of fall, we encountered lots of beautiful blossoms at the Russian River Rose Company. Continue reading Fall for flowers in Healdsburg
Built on sand
A dragon, a castle and a Star Wars AT-AT were among the magical things that appeared on a San Francisco Bay Area beach—all conjured from sand at Point Reyes National Seashore’s annual sand sculpture contest. Continue reading Built on sand
Taking the scenic route in Sonoma County
From bakeries to bars to beautiful views, we’ve discovered some of our favorite stuff in the North Bay by simply going for drives—and staying off the freeway. Continue reading Taking the scenic route in Sonoma County
A la mode in Guerneville
It’s a special space that has wine, pie and ice cream, plus shopping and history all under one roof. Continue reading A la mode in Guerneville
The whole summer is ahead
There was a feeling of potential, knowing that the whole wonderful, warm summer was yet to come. Continue reading The whole summer is ahead
Can’t wait to get on the water
On a chilly day like today, we’re anxious for the return of those hot days last summer when we cooled off with a leisurely kayak trip. Continue reading Can’t wait to get on the water
A cafe at the water’s edge
What makes Cafe Aquatica special isn’t simply its gorgeous riverside location. Continue reading A cafe at the water’s edge
Mist and mirrors at dawn
We ended up riverside just as the sun was rising. A light mist swirled atop the water’s surface and the trees slowly began to glow brighter green. Continue reading Mist and mirrors at dawn
We grow ’em big out here
One day, we spotted a truly unusual specimen that we know to be a rare local native. Artists Patrick Amiot and Brigitte Laurent created this huge, colorful bee from upcycled scrap metal. Continue reading We grow ’em big out here
A harvest and folk festival by the sea
What makes the Russian River … “Russian”? Now we know. Continue reading A harvest and folk festival by the sea