#REd Bluff wineries

[wine-porn]

Volcanic Pinot

This winery was sold and I’m not sure who is producing from the vineyards or the brand. You *might* find a few bottles lingering on shelves in Redding or Red Bluff in Norcal, but that’s about it. From the now Manton Valley AVA, a tiny wine-producing region at the southern end of the Cascade Mountain range coming down from Oregon. NOT Sierra Foothills, though the comparison and confusion is…

[theartoflovingthomashunt]

Love Finds A Way

[Thomas Hunt x Alex Spencer] [Ethan Ramsey x Ellie Shepherd]

Pairings:Thomas Hunt x Sienna Trinh; Ethan Ramsey x Ellie Shepherd (OH!MC); Thomas Hunt x Alex Spencer (F!OC) ; Book: Red Carpet Diaries x Open Heart (one-shot AU) Word Count: <1800 Rating: General Prompts: ​@choicesficwriterscreations Blind Date prompt for Thomas x Sienna at a winery; @choicesfebruary2022challenge date; @wackydrabbles #132 (in bold), @choicesmonthlychallenge To Be or Not to Be

Synopsis: Ethan (with a push from Ellie) sets his friend Thomas up on a blind date with Sienna at this year's Edenbrook oncology fundraiser at a local winery.

A/N: This is a one-shot AU for the blind date prompt above. It does not exist in either of my RCD or HWU universes. I've never really written Sienna before so I apologize in advance.

A hand clapped on his shoulder as he stood at the bar waiting for his tumbler of scotch.

"How's our celebrity guest?" Ethan's eyes narrowed, his lips curling into a satisfied smirk. He understood the need for charity fundraisers and galas, yet he had never been one for enjoying his required presence. He took pleasure in knowing, this time, he wasn't alone.

The famed Hollywood director wasted no time savoring his drink; instead, he took a deep gulp, letting the rush of amber liquid burn down his throat, hoping it would dull the din of the crowd around them. He tapped his glass, signaling for another. "—and a glass of your finest house red, thank you."

He turned his focus toward his friend. "Remind me again why I agreed to this?"

"The fundraiser or the date?" The esteemed doctor quipped.

Thomas massaged the bridge of his nose, exhaling a low breath. "Both."

"You loss our last poker game." Ethan folded his arms and leaned back onto the bar counter. "Ellie's persuasive, and you didn't see through my bluff. Looks like you're getting old, my friend."

"You might recall we are the same age, so what does that make you?"

"Timeless, a classic, or in terms we can both understand, a finely aged scotch."

The bartender returned, placing the two drinks beside the director. Thomas breathed deeply, trying to convince himself to return to Sienna.

"The date going that well?"

"She's practically a child."

"She's the same age as Ellie," Ethan insisted. "And as you've already stated, we are also the same age."

"We have nothing in common. I have little interest in baking or marine life. And, what even is K-Pop?"

"You're getting old, my friend," Ethan repeated, clapping his hand on his friend's shoulder once more.

"Tell your wife I appreciate the concern about my social wellbeing; however, I do not need any assistance."

"Duly noted."

Thomas took the two glasses and surveyed the room for his date, finding her giggling with Ellie. "My apologies for the delay." He offered her the glass of wine he had procured at her request.

"Thank you!" Sienna chirped pleasantly. "We saw you talking with Ethan."

"I suppose that's my cue to go mingle. I'll leave you two beautiful people to get better acquainted." Ellie wrapped her arms around Sienna, hugging her closer. "Give him a little more time. He's a good guy." She turned to Thomas, pressing a kiss on his cheek. "You can smile; it won't kill you. Promise."

His brow rose in challenge, but her stern gaze was not one to be trifled with so he offered a half-hearted smile.

Sienna sucked her lip, watching her friend depart, leaving her and Thomas alone once more.

The two nursed their drinks, the silence between them becoming even more deafening, drowning out the crowd around them.

"Do you want to dance?" Sienna suggested cheerfully, her narrow frame already swaying to the lively beat of the music from the DJ on the other side of the room. Her smile grew as she caught sight of Baz dancing solo (and killing it) on the dance floor. She suppressed a soft laugh, waving to her friend.

"Not my area."

"Everyone can dance," she encouraged. She modeled, letting the rhythm take control as she attempted to tempt him.

"It is not that I am unable to dance. More accurately, this style of music—if one can consider it as such—is not my metier."

She nodded in understanding. "Can I ask you something?" Her chipper voice was softer now. "Are you enjoying yourself?"

Despite years of acting and even teaching college students, his face betrayed him. "Of course I am—"

She laughed to herself, interrupting his white lie. "It's okay, me neither."

For the first time all night, his lips turned up, thankful to her for her honesty. "I must apologize. This might sound cliche, but it's not you. You are beautiful, kind-hearted, and clearly intelligent and talented. I'm just—" His smile fell away as quickly as it came. He didn't know what he was waiting for, maybe nothing. He had always been content on his own with his art. Maybe that was enough.

"It's okay," she insisted. "There's nothing left to say. We can agree this isn't working."

"Let Ellie down gently? I know she had high hopes for tonight."

"You don't even know the half of it." Sienna's warm smile and bright eyes reassured him.

"I truly hope you find what you deserve." He took her hand in his, brushing a tender kiss across her knuckles.

"Thank you. I know we both will. Love finds a way—isn't that what they say?" Sienna shrugged. "We can just agree that the way isn't here."

"That might be the first thing we can agree upon." His voice was tender and open for the first time.

"Do you mind if I go dance with my friends?" She asked shyly.

"By all means, please. Don't allow me to hold you back."

"It was really nice meeting you." She bounced off toward the dance floor, pausing only a moment to turn back once more. "Your girl is out there. Perhaps closer than you think. Don't lose hope. She's just not a dolphin, but there are plenty of other fish in the sea."

Thomas shook his head, pondering her words. He watched her slip into the crowd, joining others as they threw their hands up, letting the music take hold.

He glanced at his watch. He should stay a little longer, but he could justify taking his leave a little earlier. He had made his appearance, signed autographs, posed for the press and for donors, offered his own substantial donation, and even given a blind date a try. He had enough. He slipped through the winery and out toward the parking lot.

Breathing in the crisp New England air, he put the night behind him. All he needed now was his research and the script he was working on. He turned back one last time as he waited for the valet to bring him his car. The winery glowed under the moonlight, the many happy guests enjoying themselves.

"Oof—" She collided with him, her cup of iced coffee slipping from her grip and crashing to the ground. "Oh, no!"

"Watch it," he grumbled. His frustrations only grew when he noticed the splatter of coffee covering his shoes and pant leg. "Great." He leaned over, trying to brush off what he could.

She clasped her hands to her heart, her gaze solemnly on the ground as she mourned the loss of her coffee. "You were a good coffee."

"If you'll excuse me." He attempted to keep walking.

"I'm sorry!" She called, following him. "Oh! Ohmygosh! You're you!"

He turned back toward her, hoping to get the requested photo-op over so he could continue on. The skin around his eyes relaxed as his gaze met hers.

"You're really Thomas Hunt," she marveled. "You're amazing!"

"And you're really Alex Spencer." His lip twitched up, and the skin around his eyes wrinkled as she nervously tucked a strand of hair behind her ear.

"You know who I am?"

"I take note of up-and-coming talent when it is warranted... Your work is adequate."

"Adequate?" She fanned herself, looking away. "Don't make a girl blush so hard."

"Would you prefer satisfactory?" He retorted.

"I'd prefer exceptional, but I know with whom I speak." Her smile widened. "Satisfactory is high praise. Thank you, Mr. Hunt."

"Thomas."

"Thomas," she repeated trying it out.

The moment lingered, and neither moved. He realized that for the first time that night, the passing quiet was not discomforting. The silence had a comforting warmth, somehow both new and familiar.

"Your car, Mr. Hunt." The valet interrupted.

"Thank you. I'll just be a moment."

"You're leaving?" Her voice held an air of disappointment.

"It appears that way, doesn't it?" His feet stayed firmly planted in front of her, not wanting to move.

"Oh." Her brows pulled in as she glanced at his waiting car before turning back to him. "I'm sorry about the coffee. I guess I really shouldn't be texting and walking while drinking coffee and being like three hours late."

"It's okay." He laughed lightly. His lips pressed together, and a curious expression drew across his brow. "Can I ask why you're bringing coffee to a winery? Is not the custom do partake in wine and spirits?"

"Great question. Well, one, coffee is life!" She nodded in agreement with herself.

Her confidence and spirit captivated him. "And two?"

"And two," she hesitated for a moment. "If you find just the right dessert wine, it makes the best coffee sweetener."

His mouth fell agape, perhaps for the first time in his life, having never let himself succumb to such a gesture. "Wh—why?"

"Why not?" She seemed unphased by his confusion. "Coffee is good. Wine is good. Coffee and wine are doubly good."

He opened his mouth, yet no words came out.

"I mean, it's not all wines. You need to find just the right one. You usually can't go wrong with a nice, bold raspberry wine. Strawberry is nice for something a little lighter and more refreshing."

"I—" He shook his head, still at a loss for words. "I suppose I will have to take your word for it."

"Maybe next time I can convince you to give it a try."

"That seems unlikely."

"The coffee/wine combo or that there will be a next time?"

"The coffee/wine combination."

"Okay, good." She chewed the corner of her lip, her cheeks warming under his steady attention.

"As for the next time, that would presume the first time was at its conclusion."

"I thought you were leaving."

"I was—I am. I'd offer to replace your coffee, but I wouldn't wish to take you from this event. Perhaps a next time is more appropriate."

"All I heard was coffee."

Her effervescent joy pulled him further toward her. "What about the fundraiser?"

"I was filming nearby, and my agent thought I could make an appearance."

"Then you should."

"I don't need to be seen to donate. The money will go to the hospital whether I pose when I write the check or not."

"Indeed."

"So, I heard there was going to be coffee? Is that still happening?"

"I think I would enjoy that."

"Great! Me too." Alex took the first step toward his car. "The coffee mostly, but perhaps time with you would be adequate as well."

"I believe we moved to satisfactory," he reminded her as he opened the door of his black sports car.

"Coffee first, then I will consider revisiting my rating of this evening."

He closed the door behind her, his step light and untroubled. He bit back his growing smile and the thought of how quickly the night had turned, not yet knowing, his life would be forever changed.

A/N #2: I know the prompt is for Thomas x Sienna but I just couldn't do it... I really did try. But Alex! Love finds a way and these two always find each other. It's the rule. I don't make it up!

If you made it this far, thank you so so much. I truly appreciate the support. Likes, comments, and reblogs are especially appreciated.

[viranlly]

Viranlly hosts Thanksgiving Dinner.

in partnership with Wines of British Columbia.

IT’S CRUNCH TIME Y’ALL!

I don’t even where time went but here we are now, just over a week before Thanksgiving. The aroma of PSL is in the crisp fall air, the days are getting shorter, and the meals we preppin’ are getting cozier each day. The holidays are upon us and so is the (grape) harvest month.

To celebrate both festivities, I’ve teamed up with the Wines of British Columbia to come up with some fun thanksgiving recipes and of course delicious BC wine pairings to go with them. I’m skipping the turkey, because let’s be honest, I don’t trust myself with a bird that size, nor that I have the space and capacity both physically and mentally to handle a turkey. I want to make sure that this holiday cooking will be as stress-free and as boozy as possible, because we all deserve that kind of holidays.

Please note that these recipes serve 4-6 people.

First thing first, it’s not a dinner party at Viranlly’s without a damn-well-put-together CHARCUTERIE AND CHEESE BOARD. Here’s the fun part about this board: there’s no recipe. The trick is you want to make sure you have a balance in flavours, textures and colours (because ya know.. aesthetic). 

THE MEAT : variety of cured meats with different flavour profiles - hot genoa salami, prosciutto, iberico ham, chorizo, and capicollo are always a great start.

THE CHEESE : make sure you have at least hard and soft cheese, everything in between never hurts either - jammy brie or camembert is a crowd pleaser, manchego is delicious, especially when you can find the truffle-y ones. Can never go wrong with parmigianio-reggiano, or a nutty pecorino. Aged cheddar and smoked gouda if you want a little funk. The possibility is honestly, endless.

THE FRUITS AND VEGGIES : grapes and olives (olives are veggies, right? I prefer unpitted Castelvetrano) are staple on my board. Seasonal fruits and veggies always add amazing flavours to the board : pears and figs in the fall, peaches and berries in the summer.

THE EVERYTHING ELSE: honey, hummus, nuts, preserves, bread, crackers, pate, and everything your heart and stomach desire.

I always love to start the night off with a bottle or two of bubbly, something really crisp, citrusy and refreshing. The Howling Bluff Faux Paw has a ton of berry notes with a just a zest of spice, perfect to be enjoyed with everything on this board. Another great bubbly is the Haywire Pink Bub, which, we consumed throughout the summer. 

The next two dishes are heavily inspired by my friends’ thanksgiving last year, with a view adjustments to meet what I have readily in my, and most kitchens.

This RADICCHIO AND SQUASH SALAD is my definition of the perfect autumn salad: rich and nutty, a hint of bitterness and lots of crunch.

THE VEGGIES: 

1 medium-sized delicata squash, sliced up to half-an-inch-thick half moons (wow that’s wordy). Toss them in olive oil, salt and pepper before hitting the 450F preheated oven for 25-35 mins, or until  fork tender. Occasionally turn your sheet tray to make sure they’re cooked evenly, and flip the squash over halfway. 

Tear up and cut one head of radicchio into quarter, soak them in ice bath for a couple minutes before assembly. 

Thinly slice one medium-sized asian pear, toss in the juice of half a lemon and season with salt and pepper. 

THE DRESSING: 

Toss half a cup (minus a handful for later) of pecan, or walnut, or hazelnuts (really, any nuts you have around -- 2 tablespoon peanut butter work too), 1 small shallot, juice of half an orange and one lemon, 1 tablespoon dijon mustard, a splash of red wine vinegar and 2 tablespoon maple syrup (or honey) into a blender. Blend together and gradually add in a 1/4 cup of olive oil until a silky consistency is achieved. Season with salt and pepper.

THE ASSEMBLY: 

Spread leftover nuts in a small sheet tray, drizzle with olive oil, salt and one tbsp maple syrup.Put them in the still-hot oven just enough to get them slightly toasty. I tend to forget about them and burn the nuts to the ground, so leave this step until the last 5-10 mins before assembly. 

Combine squash, radicchio in a big bowl, coat with dressing. Transfer to serving plate. 

Sprinkle the toasted nuts, and the asian pear allover squash and radicchio.

Shave some parmesan or piave.

Drizzle with some more olive oil and lemon juice, and crack some more black pepper.

I thought this salad can use the brightness and the blossoming freshness of the Orofino orange wine: stunning colour, burst of tropical fruits and elegant floral notes. My mouth is watering as typed this.  

This SAUSAGE AND CORNBREAD STUFFING changed the stuffing game forever. Honestly, you’d never want to eat another crusty, white bread stuffing for any holidays ever again. It’s so very indulgent, buttery, and loaded with aromatics. Crispy up top, soft and moist -- yes, moist inside.

THE CORNBREAD:

I am obsessed with the cornbread from Boulevard Kitchen and Oyster Bar. And since this recipe relies quite heavily on the cornbread, trust me, you’d want to use the best cornbread you can find. In this case, I’ve found the winner. Cut up 1 1/2 lb cornbread to 3/4″ pieces and leave them in a 350F oven for 40 mins or so until they’re dry. Don’t worry we’ll the moisture back later. Transfer cornbread to a big mixing bowl.

THE STUFFING:

Cook and a lb or so of breakfast sausage in a skillet. Break them apart with a wooden spoon and let brown about 8 minutes. Transfer sausages to a plate.

In the same skillet, leaving the sausage brown bits, add 1/4 cup of butter and cook one diced onion and two stalks of cubed up celery until softened. Add three cloves of chopped garlic and one sliced japaleno, cook for another minute or so. Add 1/2 cup of dry white wine and another 1/4 cup of butter and let the liquid evaporate. Add thyme and chopped sage.

THE ASSEMBLY:

Combine cornbread and stuffing in the mixing bowl, add 2 eggs and 1 1/2 cups of chicken stock. Stir them occasionally until cornbread absorbs most of the liquid.

Lightly butter a cast iron pan, or baking dish and transfer mixture in.

Put the pan in the 350F oven for 40-ish minutes then turn up the heat to 425F for 15-20 mins until the outside is crisp and golden brown.

The VinAmité Chanson d’Amour is quite a delightful pairing for this dish. The chardonnay in the blend gives that soft minerality while keeping the palate fresh and peachy. Another great option is  the Unsworth Pinot Noir: plum-y, dark cherry, a swift hint of earthy herbs - brings out the thyme aroma in the dish.

The last recipe is a simple, choose-your-own-adventure kind of recipe to replace the boring old sweet potato casserole. It’s a BYOB: Build Your Own Baked sweet potato bar!

THE SWEET POTATO:

Cut 4 medium-sized sweet potatoes into half and coat them in olive oil, salt and pepper. Put them cut side down on a sheet tray and into a 425F oven for 30 minutes or until they’re fork tender.

THE TOPPINGS:

The toppings, again, can honestly be anything you’re in the mood for buuut these are my three favourites:

Spicy chorizo cooked in vermouth and butter. It’s as simple as it sounds. In a skillet, heat a tablespoon or so olive oil and bloom chili flakes in it. Slice two links of spanish chorizo and toss into the chili oil. Add vermouth and butter and cook until sauce thickens. 

Spicy soy garlic tempeh. Dice one slab of tempeh (I used tempea) into 1/2 cm cubes and season with salt and pepper. In a skillet, add one table spoon of oil and add 2 cloves of chopped garlic. Toss the tempe in, and add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon of kecap manis. If you like the heat, add 1-2 sliced up birdseye chili. Serve with cilantro and green onion.

Lobster salad. Cut 2 lobster claws into chunks, add the juice of half a lemon and season with salt and pepper. Add 2 tablespoon of kewpie mayo, one teaspoon of honey, and mix together. Add 2 stalks of thinly sliced celery and top it off with dill. Season with salt and pepper as needed.

THE SAUCE: 

As simple as sour cream (or plain greek yoghurt), lemon juice, olive oil, grated garlic cloves, seasoned with salt and pepper.

The salad dressing leftover works well too!

THE ASSEMBLY:

Go wild ;)

The wines for this particular dish can be as playful as you want them to be buuuut I decided to go with something a bit more crisp, fruity and floral like the Tantalus Vineyard Riesling especially if you go on the lobster route. Another great option is the Bartier Bros Merlot, which, is a slightly nutty, savoury with a touch more of cherry and dark fruits. 

Hosting a holiday dinner is a pretty big job and I admit, it can get really stressful but I hope these easy-ish recipes and the wine (I know the wines work) will help you guys through. A MASSIVE thank you to the team at Legends Haul for making my grocery shopping for this dinner SO. MUCH. EASIER. 

And just another PSA that the holiday is the PERFECT time to support you local wineries and enjoy the delicious wines BC has to offer. And BC has A LOT to offer. So, explore, sip and savour your way throughout this Harvest month. Find more information about BC Harvest Month here.

[wineupojai]

Tasting the Wines at the Ojai Vineyard

Adam Tolmach is the owner and winemaker of the Ojai Vineyard, which is located in the beautiful Ojai Valley in southern California. The vineyard was established in 1995, and since then Adam has been producing award-winning wines that have garnered praise from critics and consumers alike. Adam's wines are known for their elegance and balance, and he strives to create wines that reflect the unique terroir of the Ojai Valley. In addition to his fantastic wines, Adam is also a passionate advocate for sustainable viticulture practices, and he has been instrumental in helping to establish the Ojai Vineyard as a leader in sustainable wine production. If you're looking for a truly unique wine-drinking experience, be sure to check out the Ojai Vineyard.

Today, the vineyard covers 30 acres and produces a variety of red and white wines. The Ojai Vineyard is committed to sustainable farming practices and strives to create wines that reflect the unique terroir of the Ojai Valley. In addition to its award-winning wines, the vineyard also offers a variety of events, including wine tastings, concerts, and weddings. The Ojai Vineyard is a perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine while surrounded by the beauty of nature.

The Vineyards

Roll Ranch

Ojai Valley Vineyards is proud to source grapes from Roll Ranch, located in Upper Ojai. The vineyard is situated under the dramatic striated bluffs of Topa Topa mountain, and the roots of their vines plunge deep into the poor rocky soil that was once part of those bluffs. We believe that the unique terroir of Roll Ranch results in wines of incredible character and depth. 

Solomon Hills

The Ojai Valley is home to some of the most picturesque vineyards in California. Nestled among the rolling hills, these vineyards produce some of the state's finest wines. One of the most renowned Ojai Valley vineyards is Solomon Hills. Solomon Hills produces three outstanding wines: Chardonnay, Syrah, and Pinot Noir. These wines are handcrafted from the finest grapes and aged to perfection. The result is a wine that is truly reflective of the Ojai Valley terroir. If you are looking for truly exceptional wine, look no further than Solomon Hills.

Rich

Their Barbera grapes are lovingly grown in the rich soils of the Ojai Valley, and they produce a wine that is truly unique. The Ojai Valley Vineyards Barbera is a light, fruity wine with hints of spice and a touch of acidity. It pairs well with food, and it is the perfect wine to enjoy with family and friends. If you are looking for a delicious and unique Barbera wine, be sure to try the Ojai Valley Vineyards Barbera. You will not be disappointed.

Kessler-Haak

The picturesque Valley is home to many Ojai wineries, including Kessler-Haak. The Ojai Valley is the perfect place to grow Pinot Noir because of the region's unique microclimate. The Ojai Valley has a long growing season with cool nights, which helps the grapes to retain their natural acidity. The resulting wines are elegant and complex, with a firm structure and beautiful aromatics. 

Kick On

The Ojai Valley is known for its cooling marine influence, which creates ideal growing conditions for Coastal Riesling. Kick On Farms produces two Riesling wines: a dry style and a late harvest dessert wine. The dry Riesling is crisp and refreshing, with delicate floral aromatics and lively acidity. The late harvest Riesling is intensely flavorful, with notes of honeyed apricot and peach. 

Other Notable Vinyards

McGinley

Fe Ciega

Bien Nacido

Duravita

John Sebastiano

Puerta del Mar

White Hawk

The Ojai Vineyard Tasting Room

The Ojai Vineyard Tasting Room is the perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine while taking in the stunning views of the valley. The knowledgeable staff is always on hand to answer any questions and help you choose the perfect wine for your palate. The tasting room is also a great place to relax after a long day of exploring all that the Ojai Valley has to offer. With its comfortable seating and relaxed atmosphere, the Ojai Vineyard Tasting Room is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy a glass of wine.

Local Business Profile

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958 S Rice Rd

Ojai, CA 93023

(805) 646-8425

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About Us:

Mar Lawn & Landscape has been providing high-quality landscaping services to the Ojai community for over 20 years. We take pride in our work and it shows in every job we do. Whether you need help with a small garden bed or want to transform your entire yard, we will work closely with you to create the perfect outdoor space for your home or business.

[architectnews]

Flowers Vineyard & Winery, California

Flowers Vineyard & Winery, CA Business, Californian Guest Experience, US Building, Images

Flowers Vineyard & Winery in Healdsburg, CA

Nov 30, 2020

House of Flowers

Design: Walker Warner Architects

Location: Healdsburg, California, USA

House of Flowers’ new guest experience breathes new life into a cherished local landmark to become a destina-tion resort-style estate dedicated to the celebration of wine, food, and the natural landscape.

Located minutes from downtown Healdsburg, in the heart of Russian River Valley, and originally built as a winery in the mid-70s, the facilities on this 13.5 acre estate had deteriorated and become outdated. Long known for its rustic charm and authentic connection to nature, the site held promise.

By coinci-dence, Flowers Vineyard & Winery was looking for a venue to showcase their sustainably produced wines within a setting that expressed their nature-based ethos. Opportunity met serendipity to become a perfect union of context and intent, and a home for Flowers’ hospitality house.

The challenge was how to evolve the existing collection of facilities and preserve the natural legacy while ensuring that the venue could meet the expectations of today and become a destination in its own right. “Our approach was deceptively simple,” notes Brooks Walker, principal at Walker Warner Architects. “Let nature dominate and use architecture to frame the experience. Ultimately, it’s about the experience of this place.”

Set within a redwood grove, the existing buildings were largely disconnected from their rich landscape. The strategy was to find ways to reconnect visitors to the landscape while reimagining what was a se-ries of simple industrial buildings. This reinvigorated journey began by investing the site with a sense of orientation.

New pathways lead visitors from the parking area to the updated visitor cen-ter. Previously a warehouse, the new hospitality house provides guests with an orientation to the site and introduces the Flowers’ story.

As with the other existing on-site structures, the 15,700-square-foot hospitality house has been stained a shadowy black—inspired by the deep shade of the surrounding redwood grove—to help the buildings recede into the site and allow the landscape to become the focus.

Remodeling the existing structures rather than building anew aligned with the Flowers’ commitment to sustainability. The approach, which enabled most of the original structure to be ‘recycled,’ gave focus to the design efforts, elevating what was already present.

Passive energy strategies—low-cost, high-impact—were maximized and included taking advantage of daylight (skylight and large windows) and shade (exterior wood slats serve as a veil while the surrounding redwood grove offers additional shade). Sustainability is reinforced through several large, monumental functional wood installations made of salvaged logs by artist Evan Shively.

Tucked discretely into the landscape, the transformation involved adding a pop-up element at one end of the single-story hospitality house. The addition knits building with topography, resulting in a multi-level facility that preserves the modest vernacular forms while providing seamless access to the stun-ning views and gardens afforded by the hilltop. The airy hilltop structure serves as a transition to the spacious gardens and provides sheltered seating and amenity spaces, including an outdoor wood-fired oven.

The interiors are bright thanks to bleached cypress siding, completing the yin-yang (dark-light) relationship of outside to inside. “The architectural expression is understated,” notes Mike McCabe, principal at Walker Warner Architects. “It isn’t about making a statement. It’s about creating a place that can unify the values that are important to the Flowers’ brand—celebrating nature and local context with what’s important to the site and the community.” The desire, note the Flowers owners, was to “create an environment where guests feel like they are entering our home, experiencing wines crafted without compromise and shared without pretension.”

Guests can experience a variety of intimate gatherings areas to savor Flowers’ Sonoma Coast wines both inside as well as outside. Upon entering, guests are led to the second floor which includes the sun room, the dining room and living areas as well as more private spaces for VIP guests. The gardens, framed by existing refurbished rammed-earth walls, bring the experience into sharper focus, unfolding as a series of quiet eddies intended for gathering, tasting wine, and celebrating nature.

The site occupies the boundary between the gridded vineyard and agricultural fields of the Russian River and is situated amongst the oak-grassland foothills leading up to the coastal redwood forests that surround Flowers’ estate vineyards on the extreme Sonoma Coast. The terraced gardens feature plant communities indica-tive of each surrounding ecological typology.

New board-formed concrete walls were added to the land-scape as needed, serving as a counterpoint and augmenting the series of exposed archaeologies. Togeth-er, landscape and architecture combine to provide a quiet refuge, a place to celebrate community and friends through the experience of wine.

Quotes below are from Mike McCabe, Principal for Walker Warner Architects “We designed House of Flowers to be an experience that reveals itself slowly. Each step is choreo-graphed and builds upon the preceding movement to emphasize contrasts and connections. It begins with the entry sequence through a grove of redwoods which leads you to the building with its dark stained exterior skin that’s nestled in the shadows.

After moving along the path, the main entry’s glow-ing interiors of bald cypress siding serve as a beacon that calls the visitor inside. After being greeted, you walk up the open-framed staircase and as you rise, the gardens and the dramatic views across the vineyards are framed and finally revealed, drawing you out into the landscape.”

“The region’s strong, simple vernacular forms served as guide and reference point to help root the archi-tecture to its setting. By visually refining the structures, simplifying the palette and abstracting the tra-ditional vernacular detailing, we attempted to create an architectural expression that honors the local context while making the visitor feel at home and at ease. Ultimately, the intent was to take forms and elements that are comfortable and familiar and use them to make extraordinary spaces for visitors.”

“Over the past 30 years our work at Walker Warner has been primarily focused on the design of homes, spaces that are intimate, comfortable and enduring. We approached the House of Flowers with this point of view as our starting point.

The visitor should feel as though they have arrived at the home of a good friend. Rather than put the focus on the architecture, it is our hope that guests are at ease and their attention is focused on sharing experiences over delicious food and amazing wine in an un-matched context.”

“The architectural expression is understated. It isn’t about making a statement. It’s about creating a place that can unify the values that are important to the Flowers’ brand—celebrating nature and local context with what’s important to the site and the community.”

Quotes below are from Maca Huneeus of Maca Huneeus Design “Our biggest challenge was to convert an already existing building that lacked in character into some-thing appealing that people would want to go visit. There are so many new developments that we thought recycling what was already there and keeping it simple was the way to go. We didn’t want to do a massive intimidating building as Healdsburg has always had a down to earth character.”

“Because of the volume of the red wood building and the unappealing stain of the wood I thought a Scandinavian vibe of black exterior and a lighter interior would translate really well in Healdsburg and address our challenges.”

“I first created inspirational boards that gave us (the architect, landscape and design team) a cohesive narrative for the design. The idea was always to make people feel comfortable as if they were visiting a friend’s home in the countryside. Hence we made a library, a fireplace area, a terrace, a living room, etc. We kept the materials elemental to give it an authentic country vibe (wood, linens, wool, ceramics).”

“The garden had a beautiful rammed earth structure with a patina so we worked with the shapes of those to make architectural gardens for people to seat and enjoy a glass of wine in an authentic country environment.”

Quotes below are from Thomas Woltz of Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects “The landscape design at the House of Flowers amplifies distinct California landscape ecologies creating a deeply rooted sense of place and a narrative consistent with Flowers’ authentic winemaking”

“Embodying distinct and iconic California ecologies, the House of Flowers landscape design bridges the distance between its Russian River Valley location and the vineyards along the bluffs of the Sonoma Coast. The terraces and gardens evoke the terrain where the featured Pinot Noir and Chardonnay varie-ties and the story of Flowers Winery itself originate.”

“In the terraced planting strategies at House of Flowers, the visitor is immersed in distinct California ecologies: Redwood Forest, Oak Woodland, and Chaparral landscapes, with the vineyards and distant ridges of the Mayacamas Mountains on the horizon.”

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Design: Walker Warner Architects Team Mike McCabe, Principal, LEED AP Brooks Walker, Principal, LEED AP Sharon Okada, Senior Project Manager, LEED AP Architectural Staff: Matthew Marsten, Hana Bittner, Darcy Arioli, Vivi Lowery

Project Consultant Team Walker Warner Architects (architecture) Maca Huneeus Design (interiors) Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects (landscape architecture) Alexis Woods Landscape Design (consulting local landscape architecture) Anna Kondolf Lighting Design (lighting design) Daedalus Structural Engineering (structural engineering) Cello & Madru Construction Company (contractor) Arborica (reclaimed wood)

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State your pledges beneath looming ancient oaks, in a sophisticated ballroom, an intimate courtyard, a golden marsh, along the coastline, or in the residential property's quaint chapel. And also the options don't quit there, considered that the resort provides a wide variety of activities for guests to take part in throughout the wedding weekend break.

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Auberge du Soleil not only offers one of the most luxurious brunches in America, yet it's also a decadent and picturesque place to have your wedding celebration. According to Yelper Jean T., "Everything from the coordinator to the food to the view to the service personnel was just remarkable." If the weather condition allows, having your function or event outside deals you a stunning panoramic sight of the bordering valley.

Likewise, the food is an outright standout. Jo. C created: "This was the first wedding event where our steaks really came out as everybody requested. The scallops were flawlessly cooked. The treat was extremely innovative cookie base, cake center, bread lotion on inside, surrounded by delicious chocolate mousse, then decorated with a stick of chocolate as well as a little scoop of whipped lotion on the side." Sounds extraordinary!.

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Inside, you will discover our classy Grand Ballroom, a relaxing Nation Home, and also other one-of-a-kind occasion spaces, many with wood-burning fireplaces.

Below comes the bride. Planning to say, "I do" in Hillside Country? Why not walk down the aisle at one of Cedar Park's premier wedding celebration locations. Whether you are trying to find a quiet family event or a cheery fete, the estates, inns as well as clubs around the city deal picture-perfect backgrounds to your wedding day.

55 Salisbury Road, Worcester, 508-793-4327, worcesterart.orgIndustrial chic is a wedding event pattern, as well as this coastal winery is loaded with it. The place was originally the house of the Plymouth Cordage Company, a 19th-century rope manufacturer that generated rigging used on the USS Constitution and also operated with the mid-20th century. Now the brick walls, rustic timber floorings, as well as beamed ceiling provide a magnificent backdrop for wedding events of up to 200 visitors, with an ordinary expense of the venue, food, and alcohol can be found in at $25,000.55 Rope Park Circle, Plymouth, 508-746-3532, 1620winery. comYou might have listened to of James Beard Award semifinalist Will Gilson, the chef-owner of Puritan & Firm in Cambridge.

Gilson's family members developed the ranch's house and carriage home in the late 1800s, as well as the group behind his restaurant runs all weddings at the ranch. Host an intimate, 30-person wedding celebration in the carriage house or a 150-person party in the greenhouse. "There truly is no area else that I can think of in the area where you 'd have the ability to drop in such well manicured and also storied gardens that somebody driving by wouldn't even have the ability to tell [are] there," Gilson says.

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State your vows underneath towering old oaks, in a stylish ballroom, an intimate yard, a golden marsh, along the coastline, or in the residential property's charming chapel. And also the choices do not quit there, offered that the resort supplies a large range of activities for visitors to take part in throughout the wedding celebration weekend.

Sea Island, GA Vizcaya Gallery & Gardens Invest the wedding weekend at one of Miami's lots of magnificent hotels, pools, dining establishments, and also clubs before unusual your visitors with a ceremony and also reception below. Although it appears like somewhere far and also away in Europe, Vizcaya Gallery & Gardens is comfortably located in the heart of Miami.

A gem among Miami's high-rises, this home is for pairs looking for something obtainable, with an abroad ambiance. Miami, FL, USA Ashford Castle This 800-year-old castle in Ireland has an extraordinary history and a fairytale feel that can be yours exclusively for up to 160 visitors. The castle's 83 rooms, collections, as well as Lakeside Hideaway Cottage enable you and also your wedding event to enjoy the complete castle experience without disruption.

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Be it for the rehearsal dinner, after event, or throughout the days surrounding the wedding, invest time at The Coastline Club, it's where anyone whose any person visits and also be seen come summertime. Montauk, NY, U.S.A. The Foundry The Factory is a 19th Century historical building located steps from the East River in Long Island City.

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Bluffton, SC Rosecliff Manor Preserved by Rhode Island's biggest social company, this historical residence museum networks quaint style with its French baroque resurgence design as well as stretching premises. A legendary estate for any occasion, this East Coast spots allows you live like Gatsby for a day. Options are endless at this Gilded Age masterpieceit's one of numerous historical chateaus in Newport along the city's famous High cliff Stroll along the water.

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55 Salisbury Road, Worcester, 508-793-4327, worcesterart.orgIndustrial trendy is a wedding celebration fad, and this seaside winery is packed with it. The location was initially the house of the Plymouth Cordage Company, a 19th-century rope manufacturer that generated rigging made use of on the USS Constitution as well as run with the mid-20th century. Now the brick walls, rustic wood floorings, and also beamed ceiling offer a stunning background for wedding events of approximately 200 visitors, with an ordinary expense of the location, food, and also alcohol being available in at $25,000.55 Rope Park Circle, Plymouth, 508-746-3532, 1620winery. comYou might have heard of James Beard Honor semifinalist Will certainly Gilson, the chef-owner of Puritan & Business in Cambridge.

Gilson's family members developed the ranch's home and carriage residence in the late 1800s, as well as the team behind his dining establishment runs all wedding celebrations at the ranch. Host an intimate, 30-person wedding in the carriage residence or a 150-person party in the greenhouse. "There really is no place else that I can think about in the region where you would certainly have the ability to drop in such well manicured and also fabled yards that somebody driving by wouldn't also be able to tell [are] there," Gilson claims.

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Getting to Know Happy Canyon, One of Southern California’s Tiniest AVAs

There are some people who would rather you not know about Happy Canyon — and when you drive down its roads, which wind past horse pastures and rolling hills covered in grapevines, it’s easy to understand why. This tiny, isolated American Viticultural Area (AVA) in the easternmost part of the Santa Ynez Valley in Santa Barbara County is very much an unspoiled paradise. And so far, the locals have succeeded in blocking the canyon from having tasting rooms, which significantly limits the exposure of its wineries — but also keeps tourism and traffic to a minimum.

Perhaps it’s the right move, since if the Bordeaux-style wines coming out of Happy Canyon were better known, they would likely be in high demand, and enthusiasts would be pouring into the area clamoring to taste them.

An Emerging Subregion

The Santa Ynez Valley, overall, doesn’t get the attention it deserves, but if you know any of the wines from its four sub-AVAs, you probably know the Chardonnay and Pinot Noir coming out of the Sta. Rita Hills AVA, in the western part of the valley, where cool Pacific breezes help create an ideal microclimate for those grapes.

On the other side of the valley, Happy Canyon is hot. Temperatures regularly top 100 degrees on summer days, and drop dramatically at night, down 50 or 60 degrees, even in July and August. That diurnal shift is ideal for the Bordeaux varieties — Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Sauvignon Blanc — that are commonly grown there. The soils are rocky mixtures of sand, gravel, and clay that are rich with minerals and tend to yield concentrated wines.

Happy Canyon is one of Southern California’s smallest AVAs. Photo courtesy of Julie Tremaine

So why don’t you know about Happy Canyon’s wines yet?

Two reasons. First, the AVA was only established in 2009 (though winemakers have sought fruit from the area since its first vintage in 2001). Second, the wineries are mostly marketed through word of mouth — and through some tasting rooms in Santa Barbara. Because visibility is limited, distribution tends to stay in Southern California and the Central Coast.

Key Grapes, Vineyards, and Wineries

“Santa Barbara County is probably one of the most beautiful spots in wine country all over the world. People see it in pictures and you just can’t get it until you get here,” says Sean Pitts, executive winemaker and president of Happy Canyon Vineyards. “It’s still a bit of a hidden gem, but we’re still growing in terms of people knowing where we are.”

Adjacent to Grimm’s Bluff Vineyard, Happy Canyon Vineyards is located on Piocho Ranch, which is also home to polo fields and the Piocho polo team. The winery started releasing its own wines in 2010, focusing exclusively on estate-grown Bordeaux-style red and white blends under the Piocho label and limited-run blends under its Barrack Family Estate label. Its 2016 Piocho Red Blend is earthy with notes of raspberry, black cherry, plum, cedar, and chocolate, and is easily drinkable now — though if you can hold onto it for a few years (even up to 10 years), it’ll be even better. The Barrack Ten-Goal is 85 percent Cabernet Sauvignon with small percentages of Merlot, Cab Franc, Petit Verdot, and Malbec in the blend. It’s so rich and intensely flavored, it could be mistaken for a Napa Valley release.

Star Lane Vineyard, which is situated next to the Vogelzang and Jack McGinley vineyards, has 780 acres — the entire eastern border of the valley — and 145 of them are planted with grapes in vineyards surrounded by wild sage and rosemary. “That’s what Happy Canyon tastes like to me,” says Star Lane’s California sales manager, Tracy Witkin. “You can taste it in the wine.”

Tyler Thomas, Star Lane’s winemaker, makes the wines for both Star Lane and its sister label Dierberg with what Witkin calls a “granular scientific approach.” For example, he ferments the grapes row by row rather than block by block in an effort to capture the unique expressions in each part of the vineyard, and then he blends those individual blocks of grapes into stellar Cabs and Pinots. “In one block, from one side to the other side, you can have totally different soil composition,” Witkin explains. “Even in the same block, you can’t say, ‘This block tastes like this.’”

Thomas’s meticulous cultivation is as much a scientific experiment to gain a deep understanding of Star Lane’s terroir as it is a quest to make the best possible wines. “He wants to know why,” Witkin says. “He’s constantly trying to figure out why.” Thomas also uses open-top fermentation for the Pinot Noir, she notes, and separate wine presses for reds and whites.

Star Lane Vineyard has 780 acres in Southern California. Photo courtesy of Julie Tremaine

Another major player in Happy Canyon is Grassini Family Vineyards, founded by Larry and Sharon Grassini. They converted their land to vineyards in 2002 and now produce 5,000 cases annually from 35 acres of grapes — primarily Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc. Grassini wines tend to have a drier style, big fruit, and mellow complexity, which, the Grassinis say, reflects Larry’s Italian heritage.

The 2016 Articondo Red Blend, named after Larry’s grandfather, is 50 percent Cabernet Sauvignon, 35 percent Petit Verdot, and 15 percent Cabernet Franc. It has savory, herbaceous notes with hints of lavender and spice. “When we started planting [grapes], no one thought you could plant Cabernet in Santa Barbara County,” says Jared Kent, Grassini’s hospitality manager. “We definitely started showing people that not only can you grow Cabernet out here, you can grow beautiful Cabernet.”

Katie Grassini, the winery’s CEO, explains that Happy Canyon became known for Sauvignon Blanc early on. “It found its footing and knew what it was doing,” she says, adding that “the Cabernet took a little longer for the roots to get in there and the vines to mature, and for the winemakers to figure out what they were doing with it.”

A good example of a Happy Canyon Cabernet, says Kent, is Grassini’s 2015 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, which is blended with 8 percent Petit Verdot and 2 percent Cabernet Franc. “You get your big body, you get your long finish, but it’s slightly softer than other California Cabernets,” he says. “It’s not the aggressive, big, full Cabernet you’re thinking when you get California Cab.”

Grassini Family Vineyards, started in 2002, produces 5,000 cases of wine from 35 acres of grapes each year. Photo courtesy of Julie Tremaine

More traditional California Cabernets can be found across the road at Crown Point Vineyards, which produces only two releases annually: a Cabernet Sauvignon and an Estate Selection Bordeaux blend. Crown Point’s 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon in particular has been highly lauded.

“I love great wine,” says Crown Point’s owner, Roger Bower. “I thought it would be a great challenge to see if I could make one.” Bower and his French team, winemaker Simon Faury, who studied viticulture at the University of Bordeaux, and consulting winemaker Philippe Melka, a native of Bordeaux who is also a geologist, focus their efforts on making the finest reds possible from Crown Point’s terroir. “This place is a diamond in the rough,” says Bower. “It’s the only place in Santa Barbara County we can do it, because it’s the warmest.”

Crown Point produces approximately 2,000 cases of each wine annually. Unlike other wineries that will tier their releases to make sure there’s a comfortable price point for everyone, Crown Point prices all its wines at $150 a bottle. It may be expensive, but it still feels like a steal. A bottle like the 2015 Estate Selection — made with 71 percent Cabernet Sauvignon, 9 percent Cabernet Franc, 9 percent Petit Verdot, 9 percent Malbec, and 2 percent Merlot — could easily cost four times as much in Napa.

Looking Ahead

There is such scale and variety coming out Happy Canyon, a place with just under 24,000 acres in its entirety. Maybe because of that size, or because the AVA is so off the radar, discovering these wines feels like an adventure. (The area is so much off the beaten path that it was a haven for bootleggers during Prohibition — hence the name Happy Canyon, because people would go there to “get happy.”)

Pitts from Happy Canyon Vineyards points out that the wines from this AVA aren’t as “ripe and rich as Napa Valley” or as “Old World and earthy” as Bordeaux, but he thinks they “maintain this beautiful sweet spot right in between the two. We are our terroir.”

“Luckily enough,” he says, “these vines make very consistent, wonderful wines. I think all the wines coming out of Happy Canyon are fantastic. We just all put our own little spin and style on it.”

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8 Day Trips A Few Hours From Toronto That Are A Perfect Winter Escape

With the leaves falling to the ground and also the weather condition formally obtaining colder, it appears that winter months is lastly on its way. While it's sad to consider shedding this spectacular, vivid season, there are so many wonderful adventures ahead! Wintertime is one more gorgeous period in Ontario, as well as while it can be alluring to hibernate under a blanket all day, these tasks will obtain you outdoors. You do not need to travel much for these winter months excursion near Toronto.

Make certain you've obtained all your warmest wintertime essentials all set due to the fact that you'll wish to invest the entire season outdoors having a look at some of these amazing activities. These places are so close to the city that you can quickly see them in eventually, which indicates there's no requirement to take time off work to enjoy on your own.

Take some time away from the city and discover the amazing winter heaven Ontario becomes. From magnificent wintertime walks to wonderful skating rinks and also shimmering lights, these journeys will certainly have you living the snowy season to the maximum.

Pull-on some mittens, wrap on your own in a headscarf, order some good friends, and head into the great outdoors for some icy fun this winter season.

Wintry Suspension Bridge

Price: $17.50 - $21.50 per adult

When: Nov. 15, 2019 - late March 2020

Address: 260 Picturesque Caves Rd., Blue Mountains, ON

Why You Need To Go: Take a two-hour drive as well as snowshoe across Southern Ontario's longest suspension bridge this season in heaven Mountains. You'll have the ability to see 10 thousand square kilometers of winter charm.

See Downtown Kingston

Cost: Free

Address: 216 Ontario St., Kingston, ON

Why You Need To Go: A little under 3 hours from Toronto, historical Kingston is much more captivating in the wintertime. Skate free of cost in Market Square, and grab a decadent warm chocolate at Sipp's Cafe. There are usually horse-drawn buggy rides being provided at particular times as well.

Niagara Ice Wine Feast

Rate: TBD

When: Jan. 10, 2020 - Jan. 26, 2020

Address: Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON

Why You Need To Go: What better means to celebrate the wintry period than sipping ice wine? Participate in all sorts of boozy occasions throughout this wonderful celebration which occurs in Niagara-on-the-Lake. The festival is just an hour as well as forty mins from the city.

Stroll to a Frozen Waterfall

Rate: $3 fee from May - October

Address: Georgian Bluffs, ON

Why You Required To Go: Stray via a sensational wintertime wonderland to Inglis Falls. The icy eighteen-meter falls is genuinely something to see. The two and a half-hour drive there will certainly take you through the chilly countryside.

Go on a Dog-Sledding Experience

Cost: $135 - $205 per person

Address: 1823 Williamsport Rd., Huntsville, ON

Why You Required To Go: Start a wintery woodland journey on the back of a dogsled at North Ridge Ranch. Found two hrs as well as forty minutes from Toronto, this enchanting excursion will certainly take you with the freezing wilderness and is full with warm chocolate.

Skate Along a Frozen Cranberry Trail Underneath the Stars

Cost: $10 per adult

When: Dec. 27, 2019 - TBD

Address: Muskoka Lakes Farm & Vineyard, 1074 Cranberry Rd., Bala, ON

Why You Required To Go: This 2 hour and also twenty-minute drive to Muskoka Lakes Farm & Winery is well worth it for the most magical winter experience. This 1.2 km trail is surrounded by frozen cranberry bushes as well as each Saturday night it is lit with over four hundred lanterns! Do not leave without enjoying cozy mulled red wine.

Explore Bayfield

Rate: Free

Address: Bayfield, ON

Why You Required To Go: This enchanting little town is a preferred summer season location, but it becomes much more magical in the wintertime. Stroll the snow-covered streets and also explore sweet regional shops and coffee shops. The village lies 2 hours and forty minutes from Toronto.

Drive Through a Magical Light Passage

Cost: $15 per vehicle

When: Nov. 16, 2019 - Jan. 4, 2020

Address: 425 Bingemans Centre Dr., Kitchener, ON

Why You Need To Go: Located an hour and also a fifty percent from Toronto, this twinkling lights installation is a wintertime must-see. Drive through a shimmering tunnel and also pass substantial setups this period at Bingeman's Gift Of Lights.

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Our next main stops were in Oregon, but it was too much to drive there from Napa Valley in one go, so we had decided on Anderson to spend the night.

As the traffic northbound from Napa was one huge traffic jam, we had to return the same way as we came into Napa Valley and head back via the I-80, taking the I-505 at Vacaville before merging onto the I-5.

The 180 mile / 290 kilometer ride through California’s Central Valley, a very sparsely populated agricultural area, didn’t take very long. Tourist always say that The Netherlands are so “flat”, but this vast area had an almost alienating emptiness. The only changes were the crops: tomatoes, olives, grains and pistachio’s.

This alienation was enhanced by the fact that after El Rio Villa you enter The County of Yolo. They numbered county roads rather them give them “proper” names: the North–South roads increase west to east from 41 to 117 and the East–West roads increase north to south from 1 to 38A, and then from 151 to 161. Consequently, the exit signs just mention “Road 31”  without giving a clue where you’d actually be going. As soon as you hit the Yolo and Colusa County line near Hershey, you go back to normal with the Yolo County Line Road (no joke!).

Due the blistering heat – well over 104F / 40C en route – it wasn’t really sensible to stay out of the car for a prolonged period of time. Therefore, not much was done except a short stroll along the main street of Red Bluff and to the bridge over the Sacramento river.

Lunch was enjoyed at the local outlet of the originally Redding-based From the Hearth Bakery & Café (638 Washington St). They had delicious panini: the Vegetarian (fresh grilled veggies, pesto and gouda), the Caprese (tomato, mozzarella, fresh basil and balsamic vinegar) as was the Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich (sliced tri-tip with provolone, onions and bell peppers on a French roll).

We combined them with a couple of thirst-quenching beers from Eureka’s Lost Coast Brewery. We tried their Great White, a Belgian-style unfiltered white beer with a hint of citrus and coriander, as well as the crisp Tangerine Wheat beer that benefits from the unusual but very refreshing tangerine citrus kick. Too bad that we didn’t come across Lost Coast when we stayed in Eureka…

After arrival at the Gaia Hotel & Spa in Anderson, we unpacked and the whole afternoon was spent hanging at the swimming pool and sitting on the patio of our room sipping our very nice Kendall-Jackson Chardonnay, trying to avoid that it warmed up too soon 😉

Dinner was at Woodside Grill, the hotel’s restaurant, which was very nice. We started off with some laughter as the kids were tricked into believing that the warm bread actually came with a scoop of ice cream (which of course was whipped butter) 😃.

Chantal and I ordered the Mushroom Encrusted Brie (mushroom duxelles crusted brie drizzled with a balsamic reduction served over a toasted crostini with a chipotle basil pesto) as a starter.

As main course, Chantal opted for the Spinach Salad (Baby spinach, feta cheese, dried cranberries, grilled balsamic red onions and a poppy-seed dressing). The kids had their staple choice of Mac ‘n’ Cheese (Cavatappi pasta in a three cheese sauce topped with fresh diced tomatoes, green onions and fried onion straws with a steak). Apparently, Napa wasn’t out of my system yet, as I chose their absolutely amazing Cabernet Burger (a 1/2 lb. Braveheart certified Black Angus hamburger, infused with a special Cabernet Sauvignon reduction, applewood smoked bacon, Point Reyes bleu cheese and grilled balsamic onions on a sesame seed bun served with garlic fries. One of the most intensly flavoured burgers I ever had!!

We paired with it a Cabernet of course… During our road trip we tried several wines from Michael David Winery hailing from Lodi in Central California.  We tried their Incognito Red, the Cabernet Sauvignon and the Red blend from their Freakshow range as well as the Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel from their Earthquake range. All very pleasant, full-bodied and black fruit focussed wines that are great value for money (and quite fun to look at too).

Around the World – Pacific Northwest USA (part 14) – Napa – Anderson, California Our next main stops were in Oregon, but it was too much to drive there from Napa Valley in one go, so we had decided on Anderson to spend the night.

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Blondie and Garbage Announce Co-Headlineing ‘Rage And Rapture Tour’ for Summer 2017; Coming to South Side Ballroom in Dallas on August 12th

Blondie and Garbage today announced a co-headline North American tour that will kick off on July 5th in Saratoga, CA and wrap on August 12th in Dallas, TX. John Doe & Exene Cervenka will provide support on the first leg of the tour and Deap Vally for the second leg. Tickets for the Rage and Rapture tour go on sale starting Friday, February 17 at 10:00am local time (please check venue websites for most up-to-date on sale information). Fans can also access a ticket pre-sale now HERE using the password RAGEANDRAPTURE (pre-sale not available in all markets). For the last four decades, Blondie has become and still remains a true national treasure; one whose influence both shaped and continues to inform the worlds of music, fashion and art. From an irreverent Lower East Side punk outfit to bona fide international ambassadors of New York cool, Blondie will forever be synonymous with that punk spirit that lives somewhere in all of us. Comprised of singer-songwriter Debbie Harry, guitarist and co-writer Chris Stein, powerhouse drummer Clem Burke, and long-time band members bassist Leigh Foxx, guitarist Tommy Kessler and keyboardist Matt Katz-Bohen, Blondie's chart-topping success, fearless spirit and rare longevity led to an induction into the Rock 'N' Roll Hall of Fame in 2006, a NME Godlike Genius Award in 2014, a Q Award for Outstanding Contribution to Music in 2016, and more than 40 million albums sold worldwide to date.  Debbie's persona and the band's boundary-pushing pop have shaped the look and sound of many chart-topping female artists who followed in the last three decades.  And their newest album, Pollinator (out May 5th via BMG), delves even deeper into this idea: inspiration from Blondie's action-packed, cross-pollinating past shaping the sound of our collective future.

Garbage is Shirley Manson, Duke Erikson, Steve Marker and Butch Vig. After forming in Madison, WI, Garbage released their self-titled debut album in 1995. The band's unique sound and provocative visual aesthetic, inspired massive worldwide attention and success. Their follow up album, Version 2.0, released in 1998, topped charts all over the world and garnered multiple Grammy Award nominations including Album Of The Year. Garbage went on to release two more albums: 2001's Beautiful Garbage and 2005's Bleed Like Me, the latter of which earned the band its highest chart position with a No. 4 on the Billboard Top 200 Album Chart. After a 7-year hiatus, the band released their fifth studio album Not Your Kind of People in 2012 on their independent record label, STUNVOLUME. The album was named one of Rolling Stone magazine's Top 50 Albums of 2012 and was hailed as the "alternative to everything," by Pitchfork. Garbage has sold over 15 million albums worldwide and performed in over thirty-five countries. In 2015, the band celebrated its 20th anniversary with their SOLD OUT '20 Years Queer' world tour and the release of a special 20th anniversary edition of their debut album, re-mastered and featuring previously unreleased material. Last year, Garbage released Strange Little Birds, which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard's Top Rock Albums and Alternative Albums chart, and arrived at No. 14 overall on the Billboard 200 chart. This summer, Garbage will be releasing an autobiographical coffee table book, This Is The Noise That Keeps Me Awake. Current Rage And Rapture Tour Dates: July 5 - The Mountain Winery -- Saratoga, CA* 7 - Santa Barbara Bowl -- Santa Barbara, CA* 8 - The Pearl Concert Theater -- Las Vegas NV* 12 - Edgefield -- Troutdale, OR* 14 - Idaho Center Amphitheatre -- Nampa, ID* 16 - Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre -- Englewood, CO* 18 - Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts -- Kansas City, MO* 19 - Harrah's Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino -- Council Bluffs, IA* 21 - Mystic Lake Casino-Mystic Showroom -- Prior Lake, MN* 22 - Ravinia Festival -- Highland Park, IL* 25 - Artpark -- Lewiston, NY** 26 - Sony Centre For Performing Arts -- Toronto, ON** 28 - Count Basie Theatre -- Red Bank, NJ** 29 - Bethel Woods Center for the Arts -- Bethel, NY** 30 - Blue Hills Bank Pavilion -- Boston, MA** August 1 - Beacon Theatre -- New York, NY** 2 - Mann Center for the Performing Arts -- Philadelphia, PA** 5 - The Red Hat Amphitheater -- Raleigh, NC** 8 - Seminole Hard Rock Live Arena -- Hollywood, FL** 9 - Hard Rock Live -- Orlando, FL** 11 - ACL Live -- Austin, TX ** 12 - Southside Ballroom -- Dallas, TX** * w/ John Doe & Exene Cervenka ** w/ Deap Vally

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Looking to take a Missouri road trip? Check out these destinations

ST. LOUIS – Summer travel plans have changed for many families due to the pandemic. It has some trying to figure out what close-to-home options there are this year.

The Missouri Department of Tourism shared some road trip stops from across the state. They encourage visitors to check on an attraction’s website or social media to check on hours or operations and read about requirements related to COVID-19. Some of Missouri’s state parks have limited facilities and services.

Highway 36 – The Way of American Genius stretching across the northern part of Missouri, The Way of American Genius connects towns, individuals, and events that embody American innovation. Locations – and their claim to fame – along the route include:

Hannibal: Samuel Clemens (Mark Twain), best known for The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, spent his boyhood years in Hannibal. Take a riverboat ride on the Mississippi and learn more about Twain at museums such as the Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum, shows and other attractions including Mark Twain Cave – featured in five of Twain’s novels. Samuel Clemens’ signature was recently discovered – and authenticated – on the wall of the cave.

Kirksville: Dr. Andrew Taylor Still, founded osteopathic medicine in 1974. Today, there are more than 30 accredited colleges of osteopathic medicine in the U.S. and more than 70,000 doctors of osteopathic medicine worldwide. Learn about Still at the Museum of Osteopathic Medicine.

Marceline: As a boy, Walt Disney spent several years in Marceline. He modeled Main Street USA at his Disney theme parks after Marceline’s downtown area. Learn more about Disney at the Walt Disney Hometown Museum.

Chillicothe: The small town is known as The Home of Sliced Bread. In 1928, the Chillicothe Banking Company was the first company in the world to sell commercially sliced bread. See the machine invented by Otto Rohwedder – on loan from the Smithsonian. The community has a Sliced Bread Festival every July.

St. Joseph: Visit the birthplace of the Pony Express, the mail relay system designed to deliver correspondence to the west in the fastest way possible.

Highway 19 – Wine and Rivers:

Begin a road trip down Highway 19 in historic Missouri wine country (about 75 miles east of St. Louis) and travel south into an area crisscrossed by crystal-clear rivers perfect for canoeing, kayaking, and rafting. The route runs through the Ozark National Scenic Riverways, the first national park area in the United States to protect a river system, and a section of the Mark Twain National Forest.

Hermann – Located in the heart of Missouri’s historic wine region, Hermann is a charming small town located on the Missouri River. Historic brick buildings line the downtown, offering an array of dining and shopping, including the Hermann Wurst Haus where you can find freshly made sausages and other German specialties. The Hermann Wine Trail includes the award-winning Stone Hill Winery (prior to Prohibition, it was the second-largest winery in the United States) and 10 other wineries, many located along the Missouri River. The town offers a number of lodging options including bed and breakfast inns and “treehouses.”

Ozark National Scenic Riverways – The Jacks Fork and Current rivers make up this nationally-protected area where visitors enjoy the lush green forests and rock bluffs while they canoe, kayak or raft down the sparkling rivers. The Ozark National Scenic Riverways was the country’s first national park area to protect a river system.

Springs: Some of Missouri’s most beautiful natural springs are located just minutes from Highway 19. Near the town of Eminence, picturesque Alley Mill – which now operates as a museum – sits alongside the teal-colored waters of Alley Spring. Short hikes take you the brilliant blue water of Round Spring and Blue Spring, one of the deepest springs in the United States.

Near Alton: Take a longer hike through the Ozark terrain to reach Greer Spring, the State’s second-largest spring, churning out more than 200 million gallons of water a day.

Highway 21 – Ozark Beauty and History

Highway 21, running southwest out of St. Louis, takes you straight into the rugged beauty of the Ozark Mountains, some of the oldest mountains in the United States. Just minutes from the highway, you’ll find some of Missouri’s most interesting natural attractions. Visit in the spring and you’ll be treated to forest views filled with blooming Red Bud and Dogwood trees. In the autumn months, the hillsides are brilliant with fall color.

Washington State Park – Washington State Park is filled with history. It contains the largest group of petroglyphs ever found in Missouri and provides clues about the Native Americans who inhabited the region dating back to 1,000 AD. Many years later, the African-American company of the Civilian Conservation Corps began work in the park after it was established in 1932. They built several structures listed in the National Register of Historic Places that are still used today. Cabins and campsites offer lodging, and you can rent a canoe or kayak to float down the Big River.

Elephant Rocks State Park – Marvel at billion-year-old giant pink granite boulders lined up like a row of circus elephants. A mile-long paved trail at the park makes the park easy to explore.

Caledonia – The tiny village of Caledonia is a national historic district and is home to several restaurants and the 1909 Old Village Mercantile that offers homemade ice cream and more than 600 varieties of candy. The village, which celebrated its 200 anniversary and Scottish heritage in 2019, hosts several festivals throughout the year including the Caledonia Pumpkin Festival. Bed and breakfast inns offer lodging.

Battle of Pilot Knob State Historic Site – Visit the site of one of Missouri’s largest and hard-fought Civil War battles. The Battle of Pilot Knob State Historic Site visitor center and museum interpret the conflict with exhibits and presentations.

Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park – Take a dip in Missouri’s most unique “swimming hole” where the Black River has carved out pools and chutes in ancient volcanic rock, creating a natural “waterpark.” Campsites and camper cabins provide lodging options.

Taum Sauk Mountain – A short walk from the parking area will take to you scenic views from Missouri’s highest point.

Arcadia Valley – The Aracadia Valley sits in the middle of some of Missouri’s most interesting geologic features born from long-extinct volcanoes. Bed and breakfast inns and cabins provide lodging. Arcadia’s train depot is home to a visitor’s center and museum.

Route 66 – Missouri’s Section of the Mother Road

Route 66 is the Show-Me State’s most famous road trip. Missouri’s section of the route runs from St. Louis to Joplin. Many towns along the way pay tribute to the road and what it meant to America. Here are just a few of the stops along the way:

Meramec Caverns: Meramec Caverns has been a tourist attraction since 1933 and is possibly the oldest stop along Route 66. The cave is reputed to have been used by Jesse James and his gang as a hideout. It is the largest commercial cave in Missouri.

Cuba: The town is the Route 66 Mural City. More than a dozen outdoor murals depict scenes from Cuba’s history and famous visitors to the town.

Springfield: The town where Route 66 got its name. The History Museum on the Square includes an exhibit about Route 66. Other Route 66 stops in Springfield include one of the early Steak and Shake restaurants, the Rail Haven Motor Court, and Route 66 Car Museum.

Carthage: Located on Old 66 Boulevard, the 66 Drive-In Theatre – with its original neon sign – has been in the National Register of Historic Places since 2003. The theater opened in 1949 and had a 34-year run before shutting down. Renovated and reopened in 1

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Santorini Travel Guide

Santorini, Greece

Santorini’s volcanic movement assumes a job in a large number of island’s famous exercises, from swimming and sunbathing at the liquid colored sea shores, (for example, Kamari Beach) to investigating old demolishes once covered in debris (Ancient Akrotiri). Indeed, even the kind of wine here is influenced by the island’s volcanic territory, making an excursion to one of Santorini’s numerous wineries an unquestionable requirement do movement for foodies. Outdoorsy sorts will appreciate climbing along the caldera from Fira, where the city of Atlantis was said to have once stood. Whatever you decide to do in Santorini, you can’t miss nightfall from Oia, or while eating outdoors in Amoudi Bay.

Kamari Beach

#1 Best Things To Do in Santorini 

Santorini’s volcanic history has prompted the arrangement of a portion of the more remarkable sea shores in the Greek Isles, and Kamari is no special case. Sitting around 4 miles southeast of Fira on the island’s east coast, this stretch of dark sand is one of the biggest in Santorini. The sea shore is supported by the town of its namesake, a famous retreat territory where you’ll discover various lodgings, eateries, beachside bars and shops. On the sea shore, guests can exploit the accessible parlor seats and umbrellas.

Explorers appreciated the away from waters of Kamari and proposed planting your feet towards the southern part of the shore. That is on the grounds that the perspectives on the impressive Mesa Vouno slope, where you can discover Ancient Thira, makes for an all around flawless Greek sea shore setting. Regardless of where you choose to kick back on Kamari Beach, explorers firmly recommend bringing defensive footwear. The sand and pebbly territory can get very sweltering with the sun pounding on it, particularly following two or three hours, so bring shoes in case you’re wanting to go through the day on the sea shore. A few guests even proposed bringing water shoes, remarking that the submerged landscape at the shore rapidly goes from sand to tricky strong stone.

Amoudi Bay

#2 Best Things To Do in Santorini

For lovely perspectives on the caldera, plunge the 300 stages from the northern city of Oia to the enchanting port of Amoudi Bay. Encircled by striking red bluffs and dabbed with white-washed structures normal to Santorini, this little town includes a few curious tavernas presenting the catch of the day. Beside delving in the abundance of the ocean, guests can appreciate some swimming here, however the sea shore is rough so you ought to bring fitting footwear, particularly on the off chance that you plan on precipice jumping (a well known movement in Amoudi Bay). On the little island of Saint Nicholas, seen from Amoudi Bay’s sea shore, guests can move up steps from the water onto the little, rough island and hop from an assigned point.

Voyagers concede there is certainly not a ton to do in Amoudi Bay, however the nature of the inlet more than compensates for the amount of exercises it offers. Guests were astonished by the excellence of Amoudi Bay and said just feasting in the open air was all they expected to absorb the site. Most emphatically proposed to design an outing in the late evening, as a dusk from Amoudi is a site to observe.

Fira to Oia Hike

#3 Best Things To Do in Santorini

The most ideal approach to take in Santorini is to walk, and there is no preferable course over the one from Fira to Oia. This climb is 6 miles single direction and goes through four towns, including Fira, Firostefani, Imerovigli and Oia. It’s essential to realize that there is no checked path or pathway for this climb (beside two or three signs, as per late voyagers), however a matter of following the streets nearest to the caldera. En route, voyagers will discover various destinations worth halting for, notwithstanding terrific sea perspectives and pleasant towns. One of these is Skaros Rock. Today, this headland is a well known vantage point for watching dusks, however in yesteryears it housed a palace that filled in as the prime gathering place for Christians during the 1800s. There’s likewise various places of worship dabbed all through, including the blue-domed St. Gerasimos Church, which offers brilliant perspectives on the spring of gushing lava. When you hit Oia, you’ll discover Byzantine château ruins open for investigation.

Late guests express the best time to begin this trek is in the first part of the day, as there is no shade and the evening sun might be a lot for a few. Voyagers likewise said there are rough rise changes all through, so plan to wear strong shoes and bring a lot of water. Numerous commentators said they finished the climb in three hours or less, yet in addition noted fruition time all relies upon a voyager’s degree of wellness just as how regularly they stop. What’s more, with all the photogenic spots along the path, be set up to stop a great deal. Despite the fact that the climb is viewed as moderate and tedious, voyagers concurred this is the most ideal approach to encounter Santorini’s normal magnificence.

Ancient Thira

#4 Best Things To Do in Santorini

Isolating Kamari from Perissa on Mesa Vouna is Ancient Thira. This archeological site, which was first guaranteed by the Dorians (old Greeks) in the ninth century B.C., is home to ruins from the Hellenistic (Greek domain worked by Alexander the Great), Roman and Byzantine (eastern Roman realm) periods. Walk around Ancient Thira and you’ll discover vestiges of antiquated strict destinations, a theater, old city regulatory structures and even an exercise center for military students.

Ongoing explorers saw the vestiges of Ancient Thira as fascinating, however many said the amazing perspectives on the Aegean Sea were pretty diverting. Voyagers who strolled from the town of Kamari up to Mesa Vouna suggested the beautiful walk in case you’re fit as a fiddle; it takes about an hour to get up and there is insignificant shade en route. Alongside the incredible perspectives, voyagers adored the low cost of induction into the vestiges in contrast with Ancient Akrotiri.

Winery Tours

#5 Best Things To Do in Santorini

When conjuring up pictures of acclaimed wine goals, one may consider France or Italy, however in all honesty, Santorini is viewed as a debut wine goal in Europe. That is on the grounds that the dirt where the wine develops in Santorini, which is halfway made out of volcanic residue, makes an intriguing flavor hard to track down somewhere else. That, yet here, vines trees are regularly framed into circles and developed on the ground (rather than propped upstanding in columns) to shield the harvest from solid sea winds.

Wineries can be discovered everywhere throughout the island, however most are moved in focal Santorini. Santo Wines in Pyrgos is the biggest winery on the island and considered one of the most mainstream in Santorini. Other decision spots among voyagers incorporate Venetsanos Winery in Megalochori (about a half-mile south of Santo Wines) and Domaine Sigalas in Oia. Explorers additionally delighted in the Wine Museum Koutsogiannopoulos, found in Fira. Situated in a cavern, the historical center grandstands Santorini’s history as a winemaker and offers guests a tasting with their ticket. When visiting a winery, benefactors will in general get a complimentary tidbit, for example, bread and cheddar, alongside their tasting. For the individuals who might not have the opportunity to make a day out of visiting wineries, a significant number of Santorini’s wines are included in the island’s cafés. Get some information about nearby wines or look out for Vinsanto (a pastry wine), Nychteri, or Assyrtiko, the two of which are white wines.

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