E S 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 refl ected in their menus. Olives, tomatoes, citrus, vegetables and herbs are all grown nearby and available at the year-round farmers markets. Lamb, beef, duck and pork from nearby farms join locally caught seafood on restaurants’ 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. Since 1958, the El Pueblo Inn , a family-owned hotel, has been a favorite of visitors to Sonoma’s Wine Country. Located just minutes from the Sonoma Plaza shopping and dining, El Pueblo Inn is your home base for exploring the Sonoma Valley. Come enjoy the gracious rooms, attractive grounds, and attentive service -all of which have been awarded a three-diamond rating from AAA. Enjoy the heated pool and whirlpool spa, lounge by the fi re in their cozy lobby, or stroll the beautiful gardens. El Pueblo Inn looks forward to welcoming you as family. elpuebloinn.com S 1 p e w o r a t m l S s M e m d a t i S a s f g m the girl & the fi g has been a culinary highlight of Sonoma since 1997. Located on the northwest corner of the historic Sonoma Plaza, the restaurant boasts memorable French-inspired, farm-to-table fare, showcasing Sonoma Valley’s fi nest produce, meats, and wines. With their classic antique bar, unique aperitifs and cocktails, award-winning Rhône-inspired wine list, seasonal menus, friendly staff, and outdoor garden patio seating, you can capture some of the best of Sonoma in a single meal. thegirlandthefi g.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, fi replace, fl at 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 the bike trails with countless wineries. innatsonoma.com A family-owned hotel, the Sonoma Valley Inn is the perfect expression of the friendly, hometown warmth that defi nes Sonoma. After a day of exploring your favorite wine tasting rooms, just minutes from the hotel, and steps from the Sonoma Plaza, you’ll fi nd everything you need to relax. From Jacuzzi Suites to pet-friendly garden patio rooms, our accommodations will take you away from it all. Lounge in the garden, unwind in the hot tub and new steam room, or take a dip in the heated saltwater pool. During the evening, savor a glass of wine around an outdoor fi repit or by your room’s wood-burning fi replace. sonomavalleyinn.com T N S y e i s i f e p a o R 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. Let us plan your wine country experience SonomaValley.com
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