The Painted Lady

The Painted Lady

In the spring of 2011, Alli Parks transformed a 216-square-foot office suite in St. Helena into one of Napa Valley’s most beloved wellness destinations — The Painted Lady. “The original space included a Mystic Tan booth from Craigslist, a garage sale desk, and a pair...
Karen Crouse Napa Valley

Karen Crouse Napa Valley

Making bath salts isn’t just about soothing sore muscles—it’s a little act of mindfulness, a way to slow down and savor the renewal that spring brings. As the season shifts, I love embracing fresh, uplifting scents like lavender and the simple joy of...
Health and Wellness Beyond the Vine

Health and Wellness Beyond the Vine

Napa Valley is renowned for its picturesque vineyards and world-class wines, but beyond the vines, it’s also a sanctuary for health and wellness. Here, wellness is not just an experience—it’s a way of life, complementing the region’s celebrated culinary and wine...
Sweat and Sip

Sweat and Sip

Napa Valley, renowned for its award-winning wines and culinary delights, can dent anyone’s commitment to stay in good shape. The good news is that the area offers various health and fitness clubs that welcome guests, first-time users, and out-of-town visitors to stay...
Finding Balance Through Yoga

Finding Balance Through Yoga

Yoga, an ancient practice that harmonizes the mind, body, and spirit, traces its origins to over 5,000 years ago in the Indus Valley civilization of India. Derived from the Sanskrit word “yuj,” meaning to unite or join, it was initially developed as a spiritual...
5T Wealth, LLC

5T Wealth, LLC

Paul and Meghan Krsek named their boutique wealth management firm for the “5Ts” that they consider core company pillars and necessary ingredients for success: Time, as wealth management is a long-term game; it’s about building, protecting, and transferring wealth over...