Vintage Sweet Shoppe

Vintage Sweet Shoppe

Anniversaries in Napa Valley often involve vineyards and vintages. This year, one of downtown Napa’s most enduring names is raising a toast with chocolate instead of wine. Vintage Sweet Shoppe, a beloved local institution, is celebrating 30 years in business. Debbie...
Karen Crouse Napa Valley

Karen Crouse Napa Valley

For a recent dinner where I was pouring my Mount Veeder Magic Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, I added vineyard photos onto each napkin ring—all different. I intended to give guests a sense of where the wine came from. With each pour, the photos invited conversation and...
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...
Visit Napa Valley

Visit Napa Valley

Napa Valley—synonymous with verdant vineyards, celebrated wineries, Michelin-starred dining, and casual luxury—has earned its place as one of the world’s most coveted travel destinations. Yet, beneath its world-class appeal lies a more intricate story of stewardship,...
Sparc: Bringing the Cannabis to Napa Valley

Sparc: Bringing the Cannabis to Napa Valley

SPARC, Napa Valley’s new boutique dispensary, is quickly becoming a favorite among locals and tourists, with cannabis products on par with the region’s spectacular wines and the more sophisticated retail experience expected in the valley. SPARC is conveniently located...