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Guide to Making a Branch Wreath with Oak and Moss
Branch wreaths made of twigs and other bits of natural ephemera have been decorating front doors for centuries. The wreath’s circular shape symbolizes perfection, unity, timelessness and… Continue Reading
Wine and Appetizer Pairing Guide: Cabernet Sauvignon
While planning an evening of wine-friendly dishes, we traditionally start with bubbles, move to a crisp white and then finish off with a bold red with dinner.… Continue Reading
Ah So Wine Opener Tips
The biggest challenge with opening a bottle of wine is making sure the cork doesn’t break. The older a bottle of wine is, the harder it is… Continue Reading
Our Best Dungeness Crab Recipes
Each corner of the U.S. has its favored crab: Maryland feels pride in their blue crabs, Florida celebrates their beloved stone crab and, here on the west… Continue Reading
Elegant Christmas Table Setting Ideas From Wine Country
We all know time is scarce during the holidays. Rushing around to make sure we have the perfect gifts, the perfect food, and the perfect wine can… Continue Reading
How to Make a Wine Country Coastal Dining Table Centerpiece
Sonoma County has 76 miles of beautiful jagged coastline less than an hour’s drive from Healdsburg. On my days off as an events director and floral designer… Continue Reading
Our Best Squash Recipes – Wine Country Garden Style
A true American staple, squash has grown on our continent for over 12,000 years. Our fall garden still provides us with summer squash, and we’re beginning to… Continue Reading
Olive Oil Infusion Recipe: A Cook’s Secret Weapon
This holiday season, let’s make a pact to give foodie gifts our friends and loved ones will welcome rather than re-gift (looking at you, fruitcake). Instead, try… Continue Reading
Star Wars Halloween Costume Ideas Photos
Every October, we transform the Jordan Winery into a nightclub to celebrate John Jordan’s favorite holiday, Halloween. Halloween at Jordan features a different theme each year, and… Continue Reading
The Best Cheese Platter Ideas for Wine Lovers
Wine and cheese pairing is serious business in Wine Country. Over the 15 years that I’ve lived in Sonoma County, I’ve probably consumed my weight in cheese… Continue Reading