Dancing to a live band performing Johnny Cash on a warm California night drinking Napa Valley wine, underneath the stars. That’s the scene at the outdoor bar at Farmstead, a St. Helena favorite. It’s as perfect as it sounds, one of those classic scenes out of a movie. Simplicity at its finest. Farmstead is lively, with crowds ranging in age from their mid-twenties to late-sixties. … Continue reading Farmstead
I dream of the day when I can have a thick enough wallet to spend all of my hard earned cash on a luxurious dinner Thomas Keller’s The French Laundry. At the age of twenty-four, with a job in TV, that day is years and years, if not decades away. Thankfully, down the road from the prized world-renowned restaurant, lies ad hoc, Keller’s more affordable … Continue reading ad hoc
California wine country is as beautiful and enchanting as everyone says. Each vineyard or winery has its own personal flare, unique product and atmosphere. There are hundreds to explore and discover, and sometimes doing research ahead of time will either help or hurt you. It’s never a bad thing to just drive down the Silverado Trail jumping from vineyard to vineyard. There are a series of … Continue reading Napa Vineyards & Wineries
It’s the Shake Shack of Napa Valley, and I say that in the most loving way. Out-of-towners, and even locals, wait on long lines in the hot California sun for a taste of the delicious burgers, fries, shakes and more. Like everything out West, all burgers are prepared with locally sourced ingredients and made to order. They don’t just stop with typical beef burgers, expanding their … Continue reading Gott’s Roadside
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