FOOD & DRINK

Animal disease experts are raising concern about the spread of the avian flu in the Bay Area after two farms in Sonoma County said they had to euthanize around 250,000 birds this week.

Located in Santa Rosa, Grossman's Noshery & Bar is a charming restaurant that combines cozy and elegant dining experiences. The atmosphere is fresh and vibrant, with a casual and elegant feel that makes you want to unwind and enjoy.

PETALUMA, Calif. - Animal disease experts are raising concern about the spread of the avian flu in the Bay Area after two farms in Sonoma County said they had to euthanize around 250,000 birds this week. The decision was made after routine testing came back positive for bird flu at...

Whether you're thinking about adopting a pet or simply delight in watching cute animals, you'd find a plethora of endearing pets awaiting adoption at animal shelters across and close to santa rosa..

• The Russian River Alliance and the Russian River Chamber of Commerce are organizing this year's Holiday Parade of Lights in Guerneville on Dec. 2 at 7 p.m., with the theme "The Spirit of Love and Light."

Get ready to experience the extraordinary! The DRAG BRUNCH- HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR! is coming to town! Mark your calendars for Sun, Dec 03 from 11am to 3pm, because you won't want to miss this.

The Robb Report, an ultra-luxury lifestyle magazine, has listed Kyle and Katina Connaughton of Healdsburg’s Single Thread Restaurant & Farm to their “Most Powerful People in American Fine Dining” ranking. In the list of “the restaurant industry’s most influential figures, as chosen by their peers,” the couple...

Prepare to embark on a magical journey! The enchanting Harry Potter Paint Night is fast approaching. This captivating event is set to take place on Mon, Dec 04, from 6pm to 9pm at the charming Flagship Taproom located at 446 B Street, Santa Rosa, CA 95401.

Back in October, news broke that Petaluma would be getting a Bonchon Korean Fried Chicken restaurant. If you’re a KFC (Korean fried chicken) fan, you know their super crispy double-fried chicken kicks the pants off the other KFC. The restaurant chain also serves bulgogi fries (a Korean-style poutine), takoyaki...

In this piece, we explore four exceptional bakeries in Healdsburg. Have you had the pleasure of visiting any of these yet? If so, we'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below.

Get ready, pizza lovers! A grand bash is on the horizon as Sandy’s Pizza is celebrating its 40th Anniversary on Saturday, Dec 02 from 1pm - 5pm. The venue for this epic celebration is none other than 2015 Elizabeth Way, Santa Rosa, CA, USA. And the best part? Admission is absolutely free!

December is season of hustle and bustle, celebration and sharing holiday traditions with friends and family. Every year, I pull out my stack of holiday magazines I’ve collected over the years for inspiration to plan menus, decorate and activities for the season. I make a giant to do list and for a few moments, think I can actually accomplish most of it but soon realize, I’m a holiday creature of habit and end up with a short list of favorites.

A new therapy dog is coming to the rescue of Santa Rosa firefighters. Maverick will help relieve stress and trauma as part of the department’s behavioral health program. The one-year-old Lab mix was welcomed with open arms yesterday as the newest recruit. The fire chief says this is just what the staff needs after dealing with the 2017 North Bay wildfires and everything since. Another therapy dog will be added next year.

Shake Shack, coming to Santa Rosa’s Montgomery Village shopping center, is hosting a holiday pop-up this weekend. Those curious about the New York-based fast food restaurant’s offerings will have the opportunity to sample limited-time menu items, samples of its custards and holiday milkshakes and other festive treats, according to the shopping center.

After more than a yearlong hiatus, sushi was due to be back on the Matheson menu starting Dec. 1. But chef-owner Dustin Valette is outsourcing the project. He’s contracting with Sushi by Scratch, a Los Angeles-based group owned by husband-and-wife chef team Phillip Frankland Lee and Margarita Kallas-Lee. Begun...

Esquire Magazine put out their list of the 50 best New Restaurants in America for 2023 and Auro in Calistoga came in at 4th overall. The article speaks highly of their dishes, especially one featuring Wagyu beef and golden osetra caviar served atop a light-as-air oyster cracker, saying, quote, “ultimately, it’s the way the flavors sing that makes you confident you’ve found the perfect place to end the day.” Chef Rogelio Garcia and his team earned a Michelin Star earlier this year. Three other Bay Area restaurants made the list: Kiln and Dalida of San Francisco, and Burdell of Oakland.

Thursday, November 30th, 2023. After a Sonoma County jury found him guilty earlier this month, animal rights activist Wayne Hsiung was sentenced in Sonoma County Superior Court Thursday. He was facing up to three-and-a-half years in prison, but the practicing attorney and former Berkeley mayoral candidate may not even serve...

The name of Mark and Terri Starks’ new restaurant — Augie’s — tells you a lot about the Santa Rosa French bistro. It’s a cheeky reference to Auguste Escoffier, the French chef and restaurateur considered the father of modern French cuisine. You can thank him for standardizing recipes once served to kings and aristocrats, for creating a military-like structure for kitchen staff and for cleaning up (literally) unsanitary food preparation.

Location: Santa Rosa Junior College Burbank Auditorium Main Theatre, 1501 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa. 🎄🎉 Hey there, my wonderful friends! Guess what? I have the most fabulous event to share with you! Get ready to be whisked away into the spirit of Christmas with the one and only, A Christmas Carol! 🎭✨

Prepare yourselves for a night of high-octane performances and exhilarating energy as NYC's own Drag Queens Nick Gaga, Drag Witch, Kimmi Moore, and The Kockman come together to form a powerhouse girl group named the ASSASSINS. This is not just another event; it's a spectacle of glitz, glamour, and talent that promises to offer an unforgettable experience.