Download or read book A Tale of Two Valleys written by Alan Deutschman and published by Crown. This book was released on 2003-04-08 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When acclaimed journalist Alan Deutschman came to the California wine country as the lucky house guest of very rich friends, he was surprised to discover a raging controversy. A civil war was being fought between the Napa Valley, which epitomized elitism, prestige and wealthy excess, and the neighboring Sonoma Valley, a rag-tag bohemian enclave so stubbornly backward that rambunctious chickens wandered freely through town. But the antics really began when new-money invaders began pushing out Sonoma’s poets and painters to make way for luxury resorts and trophy houses that seemed a parody of opulence. A Tale of Two Valleys captures these stranger-than-fiction locales with the wit of a Tom Wolfe novel and uncorks the hilarious absurdities of life among the wine world’s glitterati. Deutschman found that on the weekends the wine country was like a bunch of gracious hosts smiling upon their guests, but during the week the families feuded with each other and their neighbors like the Hatfields and McCoys. Napa was a comically exclusive club where the super-rich fought desperately to get in. Sonoma’s colorful free spirits and iconoclasts were wary of their bohemia becoming the next playground for the rapacious elite. So, led by a former taxicab driver and wine-grape picker, a cheese merchant, and an artist who lived in a barn surrounded by wild peacocks, they formed a populist revolt to seize power and repel the rich invaders. Deutschman’s cast of characters brims with eccentrics, egomaniacs, and a mysterious man in black who crashed the elegant Napa Valley Wine Auction before proceeding to pay a half-million dollars for a single bottle. What develops is nothing less than a battle for the good life, a clash between old and new, the struggle for the soul of one of America’s last bits of paradise. A dishy glimpse behind the scenes of a West Coast wonderland, A Tale of Two Valleys makes for intoxicating reading.
Download or read book Wine Country Chef s Table written by Roy Breiman and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2012-11-20 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Centered on the world’s premier winemaking region and renowned culinary destination, Wine Country Chef’s Table offers an intimate look at a region that thousands of travelers often just “taste.” It is a regional cookbook and travelogue, offering gems of recipes along with restaurant, winery, and farm stories to both locals and visitors alike. The book features great chefs, farmers, and food artisans from the distinct parts of the California wine country—spanning both the Napa and Sonoma valleys.
Download or read book Napa Valley Sonoma written by Virginie Boone and published by Cooper Square Pub. This book was released on 2003 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This award-winning book takes the reader through the breathtaking vineyards and quaint charm of California's renowned wine region. A listing of wineries and tasting rooms is included, along with reproductions of the region's legendary wine labels.
Download or read book Dancing Somm written by Sandrew Montgomery and published by Outskirts Press. This book was released on 2018-12-16 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dancing Somm is a unique composition of intellectual property on how to create wine and food pairings that will knock it out of the park every time, including recipes and the explanation as to why and how they work in harmony. It is also the story of a forty year journey of passion and history of the incredible California wine pioneers who I have had the great fortune of working with and for, including Robert Mondavi, Peter Mondavi, Francis Ford Coppola, Christian Moueix, Eileen Crane, Jack Davies, Charlie and Chuck Wagner, John and Doug Shafer, Donald Hess, Merry Edwards, Tony and John Terlato, Gil Nickel, Robert Sinskey, Ray Signorello, Sandra McKeiver, Joe Heitz, Ramona Nicholson, Mike Benziger, Jeff Kunde, Bruce Cohn, Tom Mazzocco, Marimar Torres, Sam Sebastiani, Jess Jackson, Bill and Will Phelps. Over my years in the wine industry, I have taken to heart the wisdom and knowledge that these dynamic wine visionaries have imparted to me as mentors. Within these pages are behind the scenes previously untold stories, inspirations, humorous anecdotes and proprietary intellectual property that I have developed since becoming a Wine Educator and Sommelier since 1982. In turn, I have been delighted to play to thousands of audiences, with my passionate, driving quest to engage, entertain and enlighten, by sharing these insights and observations with a little twisted, smart-ass sense of humor. This has been my life's mission. In so doing, I have come to meet people from all walks of life-Rock Stars, comedians, Movie Stars, celebrity chefs, politicians and major professional sports figures. All because of wine. Wine brings us together to share inspired conversations, learn of new gastronomic delights, creates new friendships and strengthen human bonds like no other libation. After all, it is a beverage of pleasure! This is a book about wine and food pairings, drilling down on the "how tos" and "whys" with compelling recipes. Dancing Somm is also about the Golden Years of the California Wine Industry, famous people, anecdotes, and a very lucky guy, who has had the great fortune to be the Napa and Sonoma Wine Sherpa, guiding wine enthusiasts for 4 decades through new wine ventures, livin' le reve, living the dream as the Dancing Sommelier.
Download or read book The Thomas Guide Napa Sonoma Counites Street Guide written by Rand McNally and published by . This book was released on 2006-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Wildsam Field Guides Napa and Sonoma written by Taylor Bruce and published by Wildsam. This book was released on 2020-12-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wildsam Field Guides: Napa & Sonoma leads travelers into the heart of California's wine country with guidance from trusted locals and wine experts. Napa and Sonoma have long held out a tantalizing promise of the good life on a sublime landscape. This book celebrates and explores that tradition through wine, food and art, and it also reveals grittier and even more fascinating truths. Take an unconventional trip into wine country with: Interviews with winery founders Kashy Khaledi, Tony Coturri and Andrew Mariani Heroic firefighters and obsessed vintners An exploration of connections between Northern California cuisine and Mexican heritage, by the founder Rancho Gordo Russian River poets, bottles of note, and other well-aged finds Artist Arleene Correa Valencia and activist farmer Leslie Wiser tease out hidden stories behind the landscape's legendary bounty The pop culture evolution of wine from Dean Martin songs to Falcon Crest to Sideways Original essays by renowned wine columnist Dorothy Gaiter, Sonoma tribal leader Greg Sarris, aficionado Frank Schoonmaker, and author Anne Goldman Dive deeper with carefully chosen itineraries and picks, opening the world of wine for both curious explorers and seasoned tasters.
Download or read book The Napa and Sonoma Book written by Peg Melnik and published by W W Norton & Company Incorporated. This book was released on 2005-06-01 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Highlighted by photographs and useful maps, these readable travel guides offer insider information from local authors about diverse regions of America for weekend travelers and explorers alike, featuring helpful tips on dining accommodations and lodgings, transportation, shopping, recreational activities, landmarks, cultural opportunities, and more.
Download or read book The Napa Sonoma Book written by Timothy Fish and published by Berkshire House Pub. This book was released on 1995-05-01 with total page 325 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This completely revised second edition of this most popular travel title is "crisply written, witty, unflinchingly critical and most of all enthusiastic over the right stuff" (The Wine Spectator), providing "some of the best advice on where to go in the wine country" (The New York Times).
Download or read book The Napa Sonoma Book written by Timothy Fish and published by Berkshire House Publishers. This book was released on 1992 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Frank Prial of The New York Times has said, "[The Napa & Sonoma Book] gives the best advice on where to go & what to do in the wine country." Now this popular title has been fully revised, featuring up-to-date, detailed descriptions of the area's many recreational opportunities, dining experiences, lodgings, & fabulous sights. An extensive chapter on wineries, including glossary, leads beginners & veterans alike on a unique a wine tasting adventure.
Download or read book Historical and Descriptive Sketch Book of Napa Sonoma Lake and Mendocino Comprising Sketches of Their Topography Productions History Scenery and Peculiar Attraction written by Campbell Augustus Menefee and published by . This book was released on 1873 with total page 398 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Fodor s in Focus Napa and Sonoma 1st Edition written by Fodor's Travel Publications, Inc. Staff and published by Fodor's Travel Publications. This book was released on 2010-12-21 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fodor's choice ratings you can trust. Exceptional restaurants, hotels, and sights selected to help you make the best choices. Simple Pleasures. Embrace the local scene as you sip your way through tasting rooms in Napa, Sonoma, and the Carneros District. Soak up the gorgeous scenery on a picnic or a hike. Boundless activities. Find options for every traveler, from cycling and hot-air ballooning to hitting the shops and spas Local Experts Fodor's worldwide team of 700 writers reveal their favorite haunts to enrich your travel experience. Freshest Facts You won't find a more up-to-date guide to the region. Our writers seek out hot spots while verifying that current listings still meet our high standards. Travelers Like You Get candid advice from fellow travelers at Fodors.com, and read their "Word of Mouth" tips throughout this book.
Download or read book Wine Country written by John Doerper and published by Compass America Guides. This book was released on 2000 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes accommodations, restaurants, and wineries in the region, provides tips on planning tours and drives, and discusses the art of winemaking.
Download or read book Explorer s Guide Napa Sonoma 11th Edition Explorer s Complete written by Peg Melnik and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2019-03-05 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “This marvelous book, splendidly researched, packed with terrific advice and considerable insider information, is essential reading for any visitor.” — Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Dive into the richness of this remarkable region. While this comprehensive guide focuses on the area’s wines and wineries, you’ll also find reliable recommendations for restaurants and accommodations. With local history, insider tips, color photos, and maps, and lots of other essential information, you’ll quickly see why this book, now in its eleventh edition, has been so highly acclaimed, and why this area is a mecca for wine aficionados. Regions include: • St. Helena • City of Napa • Santa Rosa • Bodega Bay & West County • City of Sonoma
Download or read book Sonoma Wine and the Story of Buena Vista written by Charles L. Sullivan and published by Board and Bench Publishing. This book was released on 2013-10-01 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The beginning of history for California wine starts with 17th-century , but the industry and commercial powerhouse that commands 60 percent of the United States market was birthed 200 years later, the product of a Hungarian aristocrat, European grapes, and the Sonoma Valley. In this groundbreaking book by historian and bestselling author Charles L. Sullivan, the untold history of Sonoma wine serves as backdrop to the turbulent story of California s first commercial winery, Buena Vista, from its founding by brilliant but quixotic Agoston Haraszthy, through phyloxera plague and the dry years of prohibition to its present-day market prominence. Sonoma Wine and the Story of Buena Vista is a scholarly study of two centuries of California wine history, told in a riveting narrative that will engage and delight.
Download or read book Insiders Guide to California s Wine Country written by Jean Doppenberg and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2009-04-14 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The essential source for in-depth travel and relocation information to Napa and Sonoma Counties. Written by a local (and true insider), Insiders' Guide to California's Wine Country offers personal guidance to two major wine regions and their environs. Fully revised and updated, this guide contains five maps of the wine country.
Download or read book Fodor s Napa and Sonoma written by Fodor's Travel Guides and published by Fodor's Travel. This book was released on 2019-06-25 with total page 373 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For a limited time, receive a free Fodor's Guide to Safe and Healthy Travel e-book with the purchase of this guidebook! Go to fodors.com for details. Ready to experience Napa and Sonoma? The experts at Fodor’s are here to help. Fodor’s Napa and Sonoma travel guide is packed with customizable itineraries with top recommendations, detailed maps of Napa and Sonoma, and exclusive tips from locals. Whether you want to taste outstanding wines, eat at great restaurants, or pamper yourself at a spa, this up-to-date guidebook will help you plan it all out. This new edition has been FULLY-REDESIGNED with a new layout and beautiful images for more intuitive travel planning! Fodor’s Napa and Sonoma includes: • AN ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE GUIDE that visually captures the top highlights of Napa and Sonoma. • SPECTACULAR COLOR PHOTOS AND FEATURES throughout. • INSPIRATIONAL “BEST OF” LISTS that identify the best things to see, do, eat, drink, and more. • MULTIPLE ITINERARIES for various trip lengths to help you maximize your time. • DETAILED MAPS to help you plot your itinerary and navigate confidently. • EXPERT RECOMMENDATIONS ON HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS with options for every taste. • TRIP PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including guides to getting around, saving money and time, beating the crowds; and a calendar of festivals and events. • LOCAL INSIDER ADVICE on where to find under-the-radar gems. • HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL OVERVIEWS to add perspective and enrich your travels. • SPECIAL CHAPTER on Visiting the Wineries with a step-by-step look at wine touring and wine production from field to bottle, along with tips for tasting, and a "winespeak" glossary to help tasters get the most out of any visit. • COVERS: Napa, Yountville, St. Helena, Calistoga, Sonoma, Healdsburg, Geyserville, and more. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor’s has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. Planning on visiting the rest of California? Check out Fodor’s California, Fodor’s Northern California, and Fodor’s Southern California. For specific cities, check out Fodor’s San Francisco, Fodor’s San Diego with North County and Fodor’s Los Angeles.
Download or read book The Napa and Sonoma Book written by Peg Melnik and published by Countryman Press. This book was released on 2008-03-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides in-depth reviews of well-known and undiscovered wineries, with a wealth of lodging, dining and recreation listings in Napa and Sonoma area.
