The Next Generation of Raymond Vineyards

The Next Generation of Raymond Vineyards

Raymond’s 50-Year History Napa Valley’s history traces back 170 years to the 1860s when the original pioneers came to settle, and California wine country was but a dream. Wine country began to boom post-Gold-Rush but halted during the eras of phylloxera and...
Volcano to the Sea

Volcano to the Sea

Romans sometimes call their city Caput Mundi—the capital of the world in Latin. And for centuries, it was just that. Romans famously moved, traveled, and conquered lands across the mundi, but there was nowhere more Roman outside the city than the Roman countryside. It...
Winter Wonderland: Lake Tahoe

Winter Wonderland: Lake Tahoe

One of the country’s top recreation destinations, Lake Tahoe is a mere three-hour drive from Napa. From north to south, the region features innumerable activities to please every interest: miles of hiking and biking trails, marinas, sandy beaches, golf courses, and,...
Exploring the Historic Fuller Park

Exploring the Historic Fuller Park

It’s time to put on a favorite pair of walking shoes and get acquainted with the Fuller Park – Napa Abajo Neighborhood, an area rich in history. A quick drive-through might give one the impression these are just blocks of beautiful homes, but look more closely and...
5T Wealth, LLC

5T Wealth, LLC

Understanding client’s needs, expectations, and aspirations and then fully committing to meet them is at the core of what 5T Wealth is all about. CEO Paul Krsek is that unique financial adviser who has his feet planted in two worlds: one in the financial epicenter of...
Myriad Experiences Dominate Chandon California 

Myriad Experiences Dominate Chandon California 

In the heart of Napa Valley, amid hundreds of Napa Valley wineries, Chandon California’s bubbly presence stands out among the rest, thanks to Pauline Lhote, Winemaking Director. While Lhote crafts wines of elegance, the Chandon team has implemented its innovative...

“Your first guess would be France on a blind whiff, with a rather classic Bordeaux character jumping out of the glass, slowly giving way to a deeply layered, perfumed mix of fruit and brown spice. Great depth and supple texture. The finish goes on and on – it’s the most unique Napa Cab I’ve tasted, and it’s certainly a cellar trophy if you roll in this price tier. Bravo!”

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Cooking with Karen Crouse

Cooking with Karen Crouse

With this recipe, you can add flavorful garden-fresh or store-bought tomatoes to any dish all year. When baked, the tomatoes sweeten; when mashed, they are spreadable. Since it’s sweet and spreadable, I call this Tomato Jam. It is a staple in my refrigerator....
The Best of Eiko’s

The Best of Eiko’s

It’s no mystery why Eiko’s Modern Japanese Cuisine is one of Napa Valley’s most popular restaurants. The food is irresistible, the drinks delectable, and the staff makes customers feel like part of the family. So when the cool, damp air of late winter chills to the...