FARM-FRESH RESTAURANTS Like San Francisco’s famous food scene, Sonoma Valley is known for the “farm-to-table” ethos. This ethos has never been just a trend in this region, but rather an ongoing way of life. Sonoma Valley’s chefs are surrounded by some of the best agricultural areas in the country, which is reflected in their menus. Olives, tomatoes, citrus, vegetables and herbs are all grown nearby and available at year-round farmers markets. Lamb, beef, duck and pork from nearby farms join locally caught seafood on restaurant menus. Sonoma Valley’s dining ranges from Michelin-rated hot spots to corner stores selling tacos on freshly made tortillas. Dine in an elegant hotel, romantic corner café, picturesque patio or a country roadhouse with spectacular views of vineyards and mountains. Sugarloaf Ridge State Park is an amazing natural haven of 3,900 acres in the Mayacamas Mountains. A favorite park for families, Sugarloaf boasts a variety of activities with stunning vistas and amazing scenery overlooking the North Bay to San Francisco and beyond! This year-round campground has 47 sites, more than 25 miles of hiking trails, spectacular wildflower displays, waterfalls and the Robert Ferguson Observatory, which houses a 40″ telescope and offers public viewings throughout the year. The Visitor Center contains park historic information and a gift shop. $8/ car entry fee. sugarloafpark.com No Int 27 of an se fea an se wa Pla off ar So film ce an so W Sa to rep of to ex ex the yo yo Sa 30 an in Adventure awaits in every direction at the girl & the fig ! Serving country food with a French passion in Sonoma Valley for more than 20 years, the girl & the fig features a wonderful antique bar with French aperitifs, unique and traditional cocktails, an award-winning Rhone-Alone wine list, a seasonal menu, cheese and charcuterie platters, and outdoor garden patio seating. With the girl & the fig, you can also dine at the fig café in Glen Ellen, host a party at Suite D, bring unique style to your next event with fig CATERS!, find a bite from the fig rig food truck or Fig Farm, and sip wine at The Rhône Room. Don’t leave the Sonoma Valley without a taste! thegirlandthefig.com The Flamingo Conference Resort & Spa is a historical landmark located just north of Sonoma Valley wineries, featuring all the modern amenities with a retro vibe. The resort offers 170 newly remodeled rooms and suites, two pools, a health club, full-service spa, yoga and cycle studio, poolside dining, tennis, lounge entertainment, free parking and WiFi, and Sunday Champagne Brunch. Relax, rewind or rejuvenate at this iconic hotel in the heart of Sonoma Wine Country. flamingoresort.com Located just two blocks from the restaurants, cafés and boutique shopping of the historic Sonoma Plaza, Inn at Sonoma is the perfect destination for a Wine Country visit. This TripAdvisor top-ranked hotel features 27 well-appointed guestrooms featuring a queen, king or two queen beds, fireplace, flat-panel television and most have a private deck. Guests enjoy a sumptuous complimentary breakfast, afternoon wine and hors d’oeuvres, and freshly baked cookies. The inn offers guests the use of bikes for a beautiful ride along bike trails with countless wineries. innatsonoma.com STAY overnight The best way to discover wine country is to spend a night. Sonoma Valley’s options include cozy bed and breakfasts, wine country bungalows, luxury inns or chic hotels offering guests world-class amenities. Stay within walking distance of the historic Sonoma Plaza, or take in a vineyard view from a country inn. Relax and be pampered with a hot springs luxury spa treatment using local products. A f ex de wi fro rel roo all ste Du ou so L c S
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