There’s new, sophisticated bohemian style shining in Calistoga, where Indian Springs Resort & Spa has undergone a $20 million renovation and expansion. The property has long been popular with visitors seeking rejuvenating volcanic ash mud baths and an authentic geothermal swimming pool, and now, the 17-acre oasis caters to higher end customers seeking luxury lodging,…

The vineyard view rooms at Yountville’s newly remodeled Napa Valley Lodge showcase more than just the neighboring grapevines. They mark the source of the lodge’s own wine, under a label called Bella, for the Bella Cabernet Sauvignon plot that resides just outside the hotel’s suites wing. Bella, which means “beautiful” in Italian, is also the…

The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone is all about food, mostly for its students who come from across the country to learn how to cook. But now, the academy has opened a place for the public to enjoy the final results, with the new Gatehouse Restaurant. Orchestrated by CIA faculty-led students, Gatehouse Restaurant is…

Love is in the air, and Valentine’s Day reservations are still within your reach. But grab your table quickly – these hot spot Napa Valley destinations are very popular with locals and visitors alike. Harvest Table by Charlie Palmer From 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., chef Levi Mezick woos with a four-course $85 menu featuring spaghetti…

Ah, winter in Napa Wine Country, when thoughts turn to cuddling by the fire with a lusty cocktail. It’s the time of year for brown liquors, like bourbon, whiskey, brandy, Scotch, cognac, dark rum and aged tequila. Bartenders across Napa County celebrate the season by creating concoctions to warm the soul and tantalize the taste…

The holidays are here, and downtown Napa is decking all its halls with festivities. Come celebrate the season in Wine Country, with fun for adults, kids, and families all together. Besides the general merriment for everyone, if you’ve ever wanted to embrace Napa like a true local, this is a terrific time to visit. Longtime…

As if you needed any excuse to dine out in Wine Country, here are some delicious new places to whet your appetite. Miminashi Chef Curtis Di Fede has put a seasonal California twist on a Japanese izakaya, with small plates, Japanese whiskeys, sakes, shochu and craft cocktails. The pub-style space gets busy and loud, and…

Start planning now for Napa Valley Restaurant Month 2015 taking place throughout February! Many of Napa Valley’s finest restaurants will be offering special set-price menus for lunch and dinner. Included in the list of participating restaurants are those awarded with 2015 Michelin Bib Gourmand and Michelin Stars. BIB GOURMAND Oenotri To celebrate Napa Valley Restaurant…

Tomorrow is the official start of August in Napa Valley, when the Summer season inspires a variety of special events throughout this prestigious and beautiful wine region. With a diverse collection of experiences to entice visitors and locals alike, Napa Wine Tours will be spotlighting several chosen events for readers to choose from. Today, Napa…

It’s that time of year again. The time when eggs are hard-boiled, dipped in dye, and stored until they’re ready to be hidden for an Easter Egg Hunt. Plastic, colored, eggs are filled with sweet surprises and images of bunnies and chicks in bright pastel colors dominate storefronts. For those interested in celebrating Easter Sunday…