Dirty Girl Donuts

Dirty Girl Donuts

When asked for the most popular donut flavor, Marisa Wondolleck immediately exclaimed, “Maple bacon!” The choice could not have been easy. Marisa’s “Dirty Girl Donuts” displays an incredible selection of flavors that rotate monthly with the seasons and holidays. From...
Eiko’s Modern Japanese Cuisine

Eiko’s Modern Japanese Cuisine

Story By: Elizabeth Smith // Photos By: Bob McClenahan Created for Locals by Locals One of downtown Napa’s most popular restaurants, Eiko’s Modern Japanese Cuisine, would not be the success it is today without its longtime culinary team – executive chef Tateki Noma,...
Napa Valley’s Empress M

Napa Valley’s Empress M

Story By: Elizabeth Smith // Photos By: Bob McClenahan A Chinese Experience with a Napa Twist In December 2020, under the leadership of restauranteur Margaret Wong, executive chef Peter Huang, and director of operations, Thomas Megna, Empress M opened its doors to...
The CIA at Copia

The CIA at Copia

In the heart of downtown Napa is The Culinary Institute of America’s food and culture center—The CIA at Copia—playing host to various events, festivals, industry conferences, culinary classes, boot camps, and of course, restaurants, pop-ups, and unique dining...
Napa Valley’s Best Italian

Napa Valley’s Best Italian

Immigrants to the Napa Valley include a large number of Italians who arrived in Napa Valley as early as the mid-to-late 19th century. Along with their family heritage came traditional family recipes, some of which remain on menus today. Whether they be old-world style...
Napa Valley Lobster Co.

Napa Valley Lobster Co.

The last couple of years have been challenging for everyone, particularly for small business owners in the restaurant industry, such as Ali and Ben Koenig. But for this dynamic duo, those challenges have been met with a healthy perspective on what matters most and a...