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Local Secrets in Sonoma

The Made Local Marketplace, of course

The Made Local Marketplace at 531 5th Street in Santa Rosa (between Mendocino & B Streets) features only products made by people here in Sonoma County.

Osmosis Zen Gardens

Not so much a secret to spa goers “in the know”. Osmosis is my personal sanctuary where I can truly decompress and relax. The practitioners are some of the best I’ve experienced. The grounds are absolutely amazing – true Japanese Zen gardens. A treat for the mind, body and soul. Be sure to leave extra time after your treatment to {…}

Sensational Sandwiches & Service

Martindales Quality Meats & Deli is a classic butcher shop which also makes delicious sandwiches and it has a real local following. The ladies there are terrific and the selection is excellent. Love the Chicken Salad.

Amazing Breakfast – Amazing Venue

If you’re looking for a great Breakfast at a beautiful location, Vintners Inn is a must experience! Vintners Inn uses fresh local and sustainable products and the service Rocks!!

Killer Pizza

Main Street Station, in downtown Guerneville, makes the most amazing pizza. They must have a secret recipe for red sauce as it the best I’ve ever had, and their crust (medium thick) is toasted perfectly on the outside and doughy and soft on the inside. This pizza is worth a drive into Guerneville!

sonoma canopy tours

They had zip lines, a spiral stair case, and bridges. We took the family and the kids really loved it. It was fun for all of us! Would Highly recommend it!

Best deals on funky stuff

Geyserville Vintage in Geyserville is a great new collective with all kinds of cool stuff.

The best place to stay in Monte Rio!

This is place is wonderful! They thought of everything to make it a home away from home. We loved the private spa, and it was nice to be able to B-B-Q one night, and go out to dinner at the Village Inn (1/2 block away) the next.  By the way, the little town of Monte Rio is so sleepy….it’s like {…}

Sweepstakes Red Wine!

Many locals don’t know that Graton Ridge Cellars in Sebastopol won the top award for ALL red wines submitted to the SF Chronicle this year (3,162 red wines in all!) Tasting room is open Wednesday through Monday 10:00am to 4:30pm for the Summer!

Amazing Indian Restaurant

Where to begin? Masala Jack’s Indian Curry House is by far the best Indian restaurant I have found. I’m a traveler, father of two, author, and business person and I’m always happy to share great experiences. I would recommend the Tikka Masala with your choice of chicken or lamb. I’m more partial to the lamb, however my girlfriend loves the {…}