The Napa Valley - what a great place to visit! The adjacent map will give you the lay of the land as far as where the class is and compared to downtown Napa and other amazing Napa Valley cities.
After the class, which is held Thursday and Friday - consider staying the weekend, or the week. Of course, all the winery information is readily available online - so I’ve put together some of our favorite ideas from our daytrips with Freeland and Sabrina.
The CIA at Copia is an epicurean destination in downtown Napa, California, operated by the Culinary Institute of America. It offers cooking classes, public events, art exhibits, restaurants, a wine bar, and a culinary marketplace. Strolling the property and the gardens is free. More info here.
Oxbow Market
Oxbow Public Market is like a foodie's dream playground! Imagine a place where you can sample gourmet cheeses, sip on fine wines, and savor delicious pastries, all under one roof. Whether you're craving fresh oysters or a unique gift from one of the boutique shops, Oxbow has you covered.
Celadon
We splurged for dinner one night at Celedon, described as Upscale Eclectic comfort food served in cozy digs with weathered brick walls & rustic courtyard. You’ll love it!
Cakebread Cellars
Great wine is a given at Cakebread. But they also offer a Sustainable Wines and Vines Tour. Sam (ask for her) gave us a wonderful tour of the beautifully landscaped property as well as the substantial vegetable garden.
This is a daytrip you won’t forget…
Della Fattoria
Start here for breakfast. This location is a feast for the eyes and the stomach!
Chelsea Antiques
Right across the street from Della Fattoria.
Chelsea Antiques is a not-to-be-missed destination shopping adventure promising extraordinary offerings. With over 25 independent dealers, Chelsea Antiques offers a wide range of furniture, lighting, artwork, estate jewelry and unusual artifacts.
Cottage Gardens of Petaluma
A favorite of Freeland and Sabrina—look at the website and you will see why.
Lombardi’s Gourmet barbecue
If you're a BBQ lover, you'll be thrilled to visit Lombardi's. Both day trips with Freeland and Sabrina included a stop here. Freeland never misses a chance to gently remind me of what I'm missing by sending photos from Lombardi’s whenever he's there and I'm not!
Rick Petteford Antiques, Art Mid-Century
Rick always has new product, including an outdoor area of garden art. Freeland and Sabrina shop here often.
Florence Ave, Sebastopol, CA
Colorful and quirky metal sculptures made from recycled junk materials are displayed along Florence Avenue and throughout Sebastopol.
Patrick Amiot sculpts the pieces using discarded objects and scrap material. His wife, Brigitte Lauent, paints them in bold vibrant colors.
Handline
Breezy eatery for sustainable seafood, tacos, burgers & other coastal Californian fare. The gorgeous landscaping was designed by Digging Dog Nursery owner, Gary Ratway.
Blue Ridge Kitchen
Located in the Barlow in Sebastopol, Blue Ridge Kitchen™ is a farmhouse style wood grill and cocktail bar.
Cornerstone Sonoma
Nestled among vineyards and rolling hills, Cornerstone in Sonoma is the ideal destination for a leisurely afternoon. Guests can explore the ever-changing botanical wonderland of the gardens, created by international and local landscape architects. Additionally, guests can shop for local merchandise, enjoy dining on locally sourced cuisine, and savor a glass of wine.
