April 17, 2009 Newsletter WINE BUZZNew Tasting Room HEALDSBURG, CA - Don and Rhonda Carano of Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Winery and Lazy Creek Vineyards, announce the opening of their new tasting room on the Healdsburg Plaza, Seasons of the Vineyard Tasting Bar & Boutique. The tasting room reflects the wine country lifestyle, offering, for the first time ever, hand-picked wine tasting flights and food pairings of Ferrari-Carano, PreVail and Lazy Creek Vineyards wines, as well as unique home décor and gifts. READ MORE >> | 
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WINE COUNTRY PERSONALITYChef Bruno Tison Chef Tison returns to Northern California to join the celebrated Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn and Spa from Fairmont sister property, New York's famed Plaza Hotel. A 15- year veteran and the youngest appointed Executive Chef of the legendary Plaza, Tison's nouvelle cuisine has earned extensive critical acclaim.
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RECIPE Cinnamon and Cumin Pork RoastWine Country Chef Jon Mortimer is the mastermind behind Alexander's, the Sonoma Coast culinary soiree that overlooks panoramic seascapes at the attractive Timber Cove Inn. Inspired by local ingredients and sensory Sonoma bliss, this radiant dish offers exotic flavor via local pork and the unique collaboration of cinnamon, coriander and cayenne pepper.
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| MacArthur Place, a luxurious inn & spa set on an 18th century estate four blocks from Sonoma Plaza, is offering a Spring Spa Special now through April 30th. Rates begin at $225 per night ($249 on weekends) and include cont. breakfast, nightly wine and cheese reception and $25 off any 50-minute treatment at the Spa. (800) 722-1866, www.macarthurplace.com. Experience a culinary field trip in real Sonoma Country! From Farm to Table presents a unique and personal journey into the heart of a region world renown for its handcrafted foods and exquisite wines. This exclusive experience features 3 nights lodging in beautiful inns next to the historic Sonoma Plaza, Sparkling wine reception, Dinner with local winemaker or vineyard owner (enjoying their wines paired with 4 courses ), Chef-led food and wine pairing demo and 7 course tasting menu, Vineyard trip into the heart of Sonoma Valley - complete with hayride to hillside tasting and so much more! Book this trip for 4 -10 couples June through October now. There is a host of things to do on your next trip to Sonoma Wine Country. Celebrate Mother's Day with a glass of sparkling wine at Gloria Ferrer. Attend an upcoming wine festival like the Sonoma Jazz+ Festival on May 21-24th. Or pick from a variety of theater performances and concerts at the Wells Fargo Centef for the Arts. Visit the Sonoma Calendar today and start planning your trip today! |
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