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The Sonoma SpielVine Life: King of Wine Podcasts "Life Between The Vines" crashes the Sonoma SpielThe l-o-n-g-e-s-t running wine podcaster in the country just so happened to be near Sonoma Valley, so we tricked him into coming onto our podcast. Ray Fister with Life Between The Vines has done more than a thousand interviews with winemakers from around the world with a simple premise: he sets up the microphone and the camera and hits record. Everything else just comes out of conversation as it flows.
"Wine shouldn't be scary," says Ray, who's background as an audio engineer and musician is paired with his love for wine in this passion project. (His website...2025-05-071h 01
The Sonoma SpielFree Summer Concerts in Sonoma: Rod Marymor Talks Sunday Performances on the Sonoma PlazaRod Marymor from Music In Place brings professional musicians to the Sonoma Plaza for free concerts for the community to enjoy. What started as a way to keep musicians working during the pandemic has grown to a movement bringing concerts to the people in the Grinstead Amphitheatre at the Sonoma Plaza. Rod goes over the schedule for the summer and highlights the diversity of the concerts, with performers coming from all over the Bay Area to entertain. Oh - and there will be wine, because this is Sonoma.
He also promos the first "Battle of the Bands"...2025-05-0159 min
The Sonoma SpielA Bohemian in Sonoma: Daedalus Howell on alt-weeklies, live music, indy films and the news bizDaedalus Howell is the editor of the North Bay Bohemian, "an award-winning alternative newsweekly serving Sonoma & Napa counties." And he's a poet. And a self-taught filmmaker. And an author. And a musician, because that's a thing in Sonoma.
Some quick notes we pick along the way: Philip Marlowe, the fictional, hard-boiled noir detective, was born in Santa Rosa. Daedalus left high school early and turned to a life of writing and performing, and then became a free lance writer for a local newspaper. He is a current independent filmmaker, with his latest release being "Werewolf Serenade," which...2025-04-0953 min
The Sonoma SpielSonoma in Style: Malia Anderson on fashion, style and the challenge of wine country casualIt's always fun when Malia Anderson of Style my Malia riffs on fashion, image and style. Malia roundly rejects the "Costco Dad" look as as a "personal look," while extolling her youthful desire to be Dominique Devereaux from Dynasty. (And really, who wouldn't?)
In a free-wheeling conversation we talk about when to wear cut-off jeans ("jorts"), how to define your personal style and what, exactly, constitutes "Wine Country Casual" when one is invited to such an event.
Before we got to Sonoma questions we handled fashion questions from people in and around Sonoma, and got t...2025-04-0356 min
SoCo ChatCapitulo 61 - En conversación con Lupe Garcia-Torres, Representante Servicios de Animales del Condado de SonomaEl refugio de animales del Condado de Sonoma se está llenando y hay muchos animales adorables en busca de un hogar amoroso. Como un regalo especial hoy, Guadalupe Garcia-Torres del Refugio de Animales del Condado de Sonoma, ha traído algunos de sus amigos peludos con ella. Conoceremos a estos animales y descubriremos más sobre la adopción de mascotas.2025-03-2717 minSoCo ChatEpisode 61 - In conversation with Emma Diemert, Supervising Animal Control Officer for Sonoma County Animal ServicesSonoma County’s Animal Shelter is getting crowded and there are a lot of adorable animals looking for a loving home. As a special treat today, Emma Diemert, Sonoma County Animal Shelter Supervisor, has brought some of her furry friends with her. We’ll meet these animals and find out more about adopting a pet.2025-03-2714 min
The Sonoma SpielSwimming in Sonoma Valley: Sonoma Splash talks cooling off, exercise, community and funSplish splash in Sonoma- we're talking about the new Sonoma Splash Aquatic Center in Sonoma Valley with Jane Hansen and Allyson Etherington.
Tidbits include that Allyson's mom is a long-distance open water swimmer who took photos of other swimmers while swimming away from Alcatraz (and recently swam the Maui channel,) that Jane has been swimming for most of her life and still coaches, and that the proper term for the big puffy coat that the swim coach wears, even though she doesn't yell while doing it, is a parka.
Sonoma Splash ha...2025-03-2756 min
The Sonoma SpielMaui in Sonoma: The Crossover Podcast Event of the Year!There's no physical bridge between Maui and Sonoma, but there is a spiritual one. Our friends from the Maui Visitors & Convention Bureau just happened to be in the San Francisco Bay Area to talk about why you should go visit Maui now, and we tricked them into coming onto the podcast. (We told them they would be our Very Special Guests, and This Time We Mean It.)
Sherry Duong and Leanne Pletcher brought their spirit of aloha to talk about where to visit in Maui, food trucks to try, adventures beyond the beaches, and the spirit and...2025-03-2252 minSoCo ChatEpisode 59- Sonoma County Fair: Changes, Challenges and a New CEOToday, we are focusing on one of our favorite topics, the Sonoma County Fair. Yes, I know we’re not even out of winter yet, but the urge to talk about the summer fair is calling us. We are very pleased to have as our guest, the new Chief Executive Officer of the Sonoma County Fair, Matthew Daly.2025-03-1319 minSoCo ChatCapitulo 59- Feria del Condado de Sonoma: Cambios, retos y un nuevo Director GeneralEn este capitulo nos enfocamos en uno de nuestros temas favoritos: la Feria del Condado de Sonoma. Apenas estamos por entrar a la primavera y ya estamos pensando en diversión, pero la necesidad de hablar sobre la feria de verano nos llama. Representando por segunda ocasión a la Feria del Condado de Sonoma, le damos la bienvenida a Hugo Mata, que es Vicepresidente de la Mesa Directiva de la Feria del Condado de Sonoma.2025-03-1327 min
The Sonoma SpielACTION! Sonoma International Film Fest with Ginny KriegerGinny Krieger with the Sonoma International Film Fest is back on the Sonoma Spiel podcast (three-peat!) to talk about the upcoming film festival (March) and the more than 100 films showing during the big event. Like all the SIFF events there is a curious culinary component and this year it's a fiesta of Italian cooking with "Marcella's Italian Dinner," celebrating legendary Marcella Hazan. (This intimate four-course wine dinner, crafted by Sonoma’s award-winning female chefs—Domenica Catelli (Catelli’s), Tracey Shepos-Cenami (Jackson Family Wines), and Chef Gia Passalacqua (Chef and Winemaker)—promises an exquisite journey through Italian flavors paired with exception...2025-03-1149 min
The Sonoma Spiel"My chateau is made of tin." Paul Giusto (Highway 12 Winery) on Sonoma Sips and winemakingYou can't swing a cat without knocking over a baby sheep in Sonoma Valley in Spring - and Paul Giusto, a three time repeat guest, is back on the Sonoma Spiel to talk Highway 12 Winery and Sonoma Sips.
While we get the important words out of the way - namely the ones we aren't supposed to say on the radio- we then dive into winemaking, what it's like running a small winery and how to make wine in a fancy, metal-sided warehouse on the outskirts of town.
Paul also talks about what Highway 12 Winery is p...2025-02-2657 min
The Sonoma SpielSonoma Speaker Series: Big Thoughts in a Little Town. Kathy Witkowicki Tells AllKathy Witkowicki stumbled into setting up a wildly successful public speakers program when she failed at being retired (life got boring) and Gavin Newsom couldn't make it to an event, but his interesting, film-making wife could.
The outcome was the Sonoma Speakers Series, an all-volunteer organization that puts together a world-class program with experts on arts, politics, media, science and sports. This week she talks about her journey from retiring from the Mentoring Alliance to starting the Sonoma Speaker Series, as well as what it takes to put it all together.
She also touches on...2025-02-1152 minSoCo ChatEpisode 55 - From Ashes to Abundance with Master Gardeners of Sonoma CountyOut of the ashes of the devastating Glass Fire, something extraordinary is blooming in Sonoma County. Join us as we dive into an inspiring story of resilience, renewal and community, to discuss a once-devastated space that has been transformed it into a vibrant and edible paradise for children — a symbol of hope, healing and sustainability. Here to talk about it is Pat Decker, Master Gardener Volunteer and Mimi Enright, Department Program Manager at the Sonoma County UC Cooperative Extension.2025-01-3026 min
The Sonoma SpielSonoma's Award-Winning Visitor Center Volunteers: Dennis & DianeDennis & Diane Mitchell won the Sonoma County "Visitor Center Volunteers of the Year" award and in spite of that pedigree, still came on the Sonoma Spiel podcast.
Though they haven't been volunteering for a long time (two and a half years), they have deep experience working in the wine industry, starting in the Livermore Valley. But wait, they've also worked for several dot-com companies (in the 90's when it was the first wave,) a school bus manufacturer and even ran their own day care business. Oh, and Dennis moved 17 times before he got to high school because h...2025-01-2952 min
The Sonoma SpielRun from Napa to Sonoma with Gretchen! Half-marathons, wine in the plaza and coffee fiendsThe Napa to Sonoma Half-Marathon is one of the top runs in the United States, and includes the half-marathon and a 5K fun run, in addition to a food and wine celebration.
Local runner Gretchen Schoenstein talks about the race and the route that takes runners from the vineyards of Napa (where you might see a hot air balloon!) past rustic barns to the farms and wineries of Sonoma Valley, ending up in the historic Sonoma Plaza. Gretchen says it is one of her favorite half-marathons, and she should know, as she has completed more t...2025-01-141h 02
The Sonoma SpielWellness in Sonoma: Lori Varsames tastes super juices; talks wine, wellness and coaching"Wine supported my France habit..."
Lori Varsames started in Vermont, studied French, ended up in France doing bike tours, learning about wine, then selling French wine, then moving to New Mexico in search of change, met her husband, and then landed in... Sonoma Valley. Not to strike it rich, but to strike it well.
This week on the Sonoma Spiel podcast, Lori talks Sonoma Wellness, especially as it relates to visiting the famed wine country in the winter. Looking for ideas? Lori has more than 100 ideas for things to do in Sonoma Valley for wellness, p...2025-01-061h 03
The Sonoma SpielMoving slow, kinda confused, & reviewing the year: Sonoma Spiel year-end wrap up with Bob TaylorHe performed the intro music, he did the outro music, he edited the podcast AND he makes sure the mics are plugged in: Bob Taylor from Sonoma TV and KSVY is our Very Special Guest (this time we actually mean it) and we review the year passed and the year ahead.
We debate whether or not chocolate chip cookies are actually Christmas cookies (no) and if Bob should eat cookies with nuts (also no, as he is allergic.) He also plugs his band, the Illegitimate AC/DC, which is available for gigs like weddings, baptisms, bar mitzvahs...2024-12-3153 min
The Sonoma SpielHola Sonoma! Angie Sanchez talks Mexican handicrafts, chocolate crickets and the artsAngie Sanchez started the Hola Vida Collective to showcase unique gifts and foods from and inspired by Mexico. Located "right next to the Red Grape (Sonoma's go-to pizza place)" the store has handicrafts and gifts and art that with a Latino flair.
"Sonoma Valley is Michoacan, Oaxaca and Jalisco," Sanchez notes, rattling off the home regions for the majority of Mexican immigrants to Sonoma.
In addition to finding out about the classes offered in the arts at her studio, Angie goes through some of her favorite items including:
Danny Trejo's coffee
Chocolate...2024-12-1156 min
The Sonoma SpielLighting of the Sonoma Plaza 2024 - Review!Hey everyone - not your typical podcast this week. This is the recap of the brightest night in wine country: The Lighting of the Sonoma Plaza. Enjoy!
If you want to watch the whole show, or some of the segments, find them on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiSa7rAVobsKpmmTmnfOjx5_W9mqu6xJq
Sponsors for the Lighting of the Plaza:
Sonoma Tourism Improvement District
City of Sonoma
Sonoma Valley Visitors Bureau
Sonoma International Film Festival: https://sonomafilmfest.org
...2024-12-0622 min
The Sonoma SpielOn the Sonoma Farm Trails with Carmen SnyderMore than fifty years ago, forward-thinking farmers in Sonoma County created Farm Trails, the oldest organization of it's kind in the United States, dedicated to promoting local farms directly to customers. Carmen Snyder of Sonoma County Farm Trails talks about the origins of the group, their beloved Gravenstein Apple Fair and how visitors can best interact with their seasonal programs.
Farm Trails: https://www.farmtrails.org/
Every week our podcast guests answer YOUR questions about wine country and visiting Sonoma. This week, Carmen Snyder takes on:
Are there any year-round farmers...2024-11-1955 minSoCo ChatCapitulo 48 - Concienciación sobre el VIH y el SIDA: Los esfuerzos del Condado de Sonoma en materia de salud públicaNuestra invitada de hoy es Martin Rivarola, Gerente de Programas, de la División Salud Publica, Departamento de Servicios de Salud del Condado de Sonoma, para hablar
de lo que está haciendo la División de Salud Pública del condado de Sonoma para concienciar sobre esta enfermedad contagiosa.
2024-11-1431 minThe Sonoma Spiel¡Wepa! Boricua in Sonoma: Jose Luciano talks tips for Sonoma visitors & Puerto Rican cookingJose Luciano oversees the visitor centers operations in Sonoma Valley and knows where to eat and drink. He started his schooling at Purdue with plans of becoming a veterinarian, but took a detour into hospitality and a career with Marriott Hotels. In this edition of the Spiel he talks about the joys of fried Puerto Rican treats (alcapurrias), as well as where to eat in the Springs (Sante at the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn, Sonoma Eats, and Spread Catering to name a few.)
Jose is also in charge of literally lighting the historic palm tree in front...2024-11-1348 min
The Sonoma SpielHow do you like them apples? Cider in Sonoma with Rick from Pomme Cider ShopWe're doing a pomme reading this week on the Sonoma Spiel with Rick from wine country's best cider shop - Pomme Cider. French for apple, Pomme has a selection of gluten-free ciders as well as champagnes and "pet-nat" wines.
We taste three ciders of the 125 we has available, and go through his journey from beer-lover to cider-swiller and what makes his shop special.
Rick also answers YOUR Sonoma questions during "We Get Questions." This week he answers:
We are visiting from Germany, but we’re here for an hour - what should we do...2024-11-0156 minSoCo ChatEpisode 46- Managing our most precious resource in a changing climate, with Grant Davis, General Manager of Sonoma WaterToday, we are going talk about water. Many of us take it for granted that water will start flowing every time we turn on the faucet. But do you really know where your water comes from, and how it gets to our homes? Today’s guest is Grant Davis, general manager of Sonoma Water, and he will explain all of that and much more.2024-10-2427 min
The Sonoma SpielLonger stays in Sonoma: Cemeteries of Wine Country with Carolyn FultonWhile most of our guests on the Sonoma Spiel podcast are well-versed in what to do during a three to four-day visit to Sonoma Valley, this week's guest has customers that stay a bit longer. Forever, even.
Carolyn Fulton got her start working in restaurants in Healdsburg after high school, and has had stops at Agilent and others before she came to the city of Sonoma as the new cemetery manager. She oversees Sonoma's three cemeteries: Mountain, Valley and Veteran's.
During a wide ranging interview we talk what visitors can see in cemeteries, how to h...2024-10-1747 minSoCo ChatEpisodio 44- Seguridad en nuestros parques: Cambios en los parques regionales del condado de SonomaNuestro tema de hoy es el sistema de Parques Regionales del Condado de Sonoma y cómo garantizamos la seguridad de los visitantes de los parques al tiempo que protegemos el entorno natural.
La Junta de Supervisores ha votado recientemente cambiar la designación de los guardaparques de agentes de la paz a funcionarios públicos. En la entrevista de hoy, hablaremos con Sargento Juan Valencia. 2024-10-1119 minSoCo ChatEpisode 44- Safeguarding our parks: Changes to Sonoma County Regional Parks Rangers and law enforcementOur topic today is the Sonoma County Regional Parks system, and how we ensure the safety of park visitors while also protecting the natural environment as well as public access to the many programs and resources that our parks provide.
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors recently voted to change the designation of Regional Parks rangers from peace officers to public officers. Here to help us all understand more about this change is Sonoma County Sheriff Eddie Engram. 2024-10-1015 min
The Sonoma SpielAdopt a pet in Sonoma? Yes! Kittens and puppies and more! Jody Purdom from Pet's Lifeline tells allCome take a few rounds on the diurnal swing - it's hot during the day, it's cool at night; harvest action is ripping along at a frenetic pace, and the Valley is abuzz with activity! What can calm us down?
A kitten. Or a puppy.
So Jody Purdom from Pet's Lifeline is on the podcast this week talking about how to adopt a pet in Sonoma Valley, the important work of Pet's Lifeline providing shelter, adoption and medical care services for the kitties and pups of wine country. Did you know that Sonoma was recently...2024-10-0941 minSoCo ChatEpisode 43- How elections work in Sonoma County and why your vote is secureToday we’re going to be talking about the upcoming Presidential Election. We will be discussing the voting process itself, what goes on behind the polling centers and, most important, why voters can trust the security of our voting process. And joining us for that discussion, we have Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County's Clerk-Recorder-Assessor and Registrar of Voters.2024-10-0320 minSoCo ChatEn conversación con Lideres Latinos del Condado de Sonoma, Parte IV- Mesa RedondaHoy continuamos la conversación con una plática de mesa redonda con dos/tres invitadas representando a diversas organizaciones y posiciones de liderazgo en nuestro condado. Vamos a profundizar en un nuevo informe que revela algunas ideas sorprendentes sobre cómo les va a las mujeres y las niñas en el condado de Sonoma.
Tenemos como invitadas a Ana Horta: Gerente de Participación Comunitaria de la Ciudad de Santa Rosa y Teresita Fernández: empresaria, dueña la Michoacana, Sonoma2024-09-2637 min
The Sonoma SpielLebanese Spread in Sonoma: Cristina Topham talks yacht chef life, French cooking and bad bossesWe forgot to write down our introduction when we first thought of it, so our intro is about our lack of intros. Luckily we didn't sweat it too much, because Chef Cristina Topham of Spread Kitchen in Sonoma is a laid-back very-special-guest on the Sonoma Spiel. So laid-back she won't follow the recipes exactly as written (sorry, Grandma!) but rather it's a "riff on my own interpretations of Lebanese and Mediterranean cooking."
Before she gets to answering questions from visitors, she talks about her life after culinary school where she admits she "got her butt h...2024-09-2547 minSoCo ChatEpisode 42- What’s powering Sonoma County A conversation about Sonoma Clean Power, our local public electricity providerBack in 2014, when Sonoma Clean Power was formed, it became one of the first public power generation providers in the state. Now celebrating its 10-year anniversary, Sonoma Clean Power has in the past decade directly supported the development of more than 195 megawatts of new renewable energy and storage facilities in California, including 6 megawatts of solar projects in Sonoma and Mendocino counties. Here to talk with us is Miles Horton, legislative policy and community engagement manager for Sonoma Clean Power, and Claudia Sisomphou, public affairs and advocacy manager for Sonoma Clean Power.2024-09-2424 minSoCo ChatEn conversación con Lideres Latinos del Condado de Sonoma sobre la herencia hispana, Parte III:En reconocimiento al Mes de la Herencia Hispana, continuamos nuestro conversatorio con algunos de nuestros líderes latinos y latinas dentro del Condado. Hoy hablaremos con Melissa Valle, Directora de la Oficina de Equidad del Condado de Sonoma.2024-09-1928 minSoCo ChatIn conversation with Latino Leaders with the County of Sonoma featuring Hispanic Heritage, Part IIIIn recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, we are continuing our discussion with some of our Latino and Latina leaders within the County. Today, we will be speaking with Melissa Valle, interim Director of Sonoma County’s Office of Equity2024-09-1924 min
The Sonoma SpielHarvest time! Ryan Budlong and Bernie the Dog from St. Francis Winery in SonomaBernie the rescue dog brought Ryan Budlong with St. Francis Winery to the Sonoma Spiel podcast to talk about the Blessing of the Animals, how to take a Vineyard Adventure through their estate to learn about how their grapes are grown and why their culinary garden is now the culinary farm. While Bernie stays pretty quiet, Ryan also details the amazing food pairing experience for which St. Francis won "Best Restaurant in America" from Open Table as well as the bicycle pedal trolley that seats up to 15 visitors on a tour of the vineyards, with a stop at the...2024-09-1348 minSoCo ChatEn Conversación con Lideres Latinos del Condado de Sonoma- Parte unoEn unos días da inicio el mes de celebración de la herencia hispana y tenemos mucho por festejar aquí en el condado de Sonoma.
Para hablar sobre lo que está haciendo en condado para apoyar a la comunidad latine, elevar oportunidades dentro de los departamentos del condado e incrementar los servicios a la comunidad de habla hispana tenemos como invitada a Maria Christina Rivera ejecutiva del condado de Sonoma.2024-09-0533 minSoCo ChatIn Conversation with Sonoma County Latino Leaders - Part 1In just a few days the month of celebrating Hispanic heritage begins and we have a lot to celebrate here in Sonoma County.
To talk about what the county is doing to support the Latino community, elevate opportunities within county departments and increase services to the Spanish-speaking community we have as our guest Maria Christina Rivera, County executive for Sonoma County.2024-09-0521 min
The Sonoma SpielFall 2024- The Pumpkining! Mark Bodenhamer on Sonoma Harvest and Pumpkin TossingMark Bodenhamer with the Sonoma Valley Chamber is our VERY SPECIAL GUEST this week (and we actually mean it this time) and he has the updates on all things harvest and fall related in Sonoma Valley.
Mark talks about fall events like Sundays Music in the Plaza from Music in Place (free concerts), Broadway in Sonoma's finale under the stars in the "Field of Dreams" near the Montini Open Space Preserve, and the 200th Anniversary of planting winegrapes in Sonoma Valley, which will be celebrated at the 2024 Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival.
Mark takes a...2024-09-0347 minSoCo ChatEpisode 38- Sonoma County Commission on the Status of WomenOur guest, Janice Blalock, former commissioner of the Sonoma County Commission on the Status of Women, joined us as we dug into a new report that reveals some surprising insights into how women and girls are faring in Sonoma County.
2024-08-2219 min
The Sonoma SpielPublic has strong opinions about public art: Linda Keaton from Sonoma Valley Museum of ArtFor more than 25 years, the Sonoma Valley Museum of Art has been showcasing local and internationally-renowned artists in their intimate space on Broadway, just a half-block south from the Sonoma Plaza.
Linda Keaton, Executive Director and Chief Curator, paints a picture of what the museum is about and why it's a great place for visitors to Sonoma. She also sketches her journey from a childhood in a farming community in the California Central Valley to a career teaching and curating art. Other topics include public art and the strong opinions the public holds of such art.
...2024-08-2143 minSoCo ChatEpisode 36- Sonoma County Law Library ServicesIn today’s interview, we talked with Nikolaos Pelekis, Sonoma County Law Library Manager, who oversees the Law Library. He discusses the amazing services provided including passport services, lawyers in the library and how to get a state park pass on loan. Listen in to hear all the amazing details.2024-08-0821 min
The Sonoma SpielKarina's Guide to the Springs: Where to eat, drink & have fun in "The Springs" of Sonoma ValleyThis week we have a very special guest, and this time we actually, actually mean it: Karina Garcia stops by the Sonoma Spiel podcast to talk about "The Springs," a collection of small former resort towns (Fetters Hot Springs, Aqua Caliente, Boyes Hot Springs and El Verano) with great food options and places to explore.
Born in Mexico, raised in Boyes Hot Springs, Garcia details her life growing up in the neighborhood with parents who worked multiple jobs, including picking grapes at the end of summer.
A proud graduate of Sonoma Valley High (Go Dragons...2024-08-0746 min
The Sonoma SpielNo Clouds in the Sonoma Sky - Just Sonoma Balloons! Hot Air Ballooning in Wine CountrySean Gerrity with Sonoma Ballooning parked his colorful balloon right outside the KSVY studio and hopped off to talk about hot air balloons in Sonoma Valley.
During the podcast we find out how to become a hot air balloon pilot, that the job has its ups and downs and landings are guaranteed. We also learn about a day in the life of a hot air balloon pilot, why the hot air balloons take off at sunrise and why Sean avoids delivering babies on hot air balloons (not that much space.) Also, the first hot air balloon pilots...2024-08-0154 minSoCo Chat‘Listo Condado de Sonoma’ Parte IV: Listos. Preparados. Adelante.Hoy es la última entrega de nuestra serie de cuatro partes sobre prevención y preparación para incendios forestales “Listo Condado de Sonoma”. Hoy en nuestro segmento final, hablaremos con la Gizela Carranza del Programa de Preparación Comunitaria, del Condado de Sonoma para analizar cómo USTED puede estar preparado, cuando ocurre un desastre.2024-07-0327 minSoCo Chat‘Listo Condado de Sonoma’ Parte III: Creando una zona de protección alrededor de su casaEsta es la tercera parte de nuestra serie especial de cuatro partes sobre prevención y preparación para incendios forestales. Hoy nos acompañan Miguel Hernandez Inspector de Incendios del departamento de Permisos y recursos del condado de Sonoma, y nuestro enfoque es en cómo USTED puede preparar mejor su hogar, incluido cómo administrar su paisajismo, crear un espacio defendible y tomar otras medidas para proteger su residencia en caso de que se presente un incendio.2024-06-2719 minSoCo Chat‘Listo Condado de Sonoma’ Parte II: Preparar nuestras zonas forestalesHoy les ofrecemos la segunda parte de una serie especial de cuatro sobre preparación y concienciación ante los incendios forestales. Hoy nos acompaña el coordinador de gestión de la vegetación del Distrito de Agricultura y Espacios Abiertos del condado de Sonoma, Kim Batchelder.2024-06-2024 min
The Sonoma SpielGleaning for justice: Kelly Conrad talks Farm to Pantry in SonomaKelly Conrad is with Farm to Pantry (www.farmtopantry.org), a local organization committed to rescuing food that would otherwise go wasted and getting it to people in need.
"The food is out there; all we have to do is go get it. No one should be left behind."
On her turn on the Spiel she dishes about working with SingleThread Farms, how visitors to Sonoma Valley can participate in harvesting crops from farms and gardens around Sonoma and help fight hunger, and her journey from Portland, Oregon to life in Sonoma Valley.
...2024-06-1948 minSoCo ChatSoCo Chat especial- Listo Condado de Sonoma Parte 1Esta serie “Listo Condado de Sonoma” busca brindarle la información y los recursos que necesita para estar preparado para la temporada de incendios de este año, que, en muchos sentidos, ya ha comenzado. Para nuestro primer segmento, ofreceremos una descripción general de cómo es esta temporada de incendios. Para ayudarnos con eso, hoy tenemos como nuestro invitado a Jorge Rodriguez, Gerente del Programa Comunitario de Alerta y Aviso del Departamento de Manejo de Emergencias del Condado de Sonoma.2024-06-1325 min
The Sonoma SpielFrom Ohio to Sonoma: Broadway Performers Preview "Broadway in Sonoma" with Amy Miller and Tony GonzalezReturning Very Special Guest star Amy Miller brought fellow Buckeye Tony Gonzalez to the Spiel to preview the BRAND NEW season of Transcendence Theatre Company's summer series, and to detail how the new location - just steps from the historic Plaza - make this a truly magical moment for "Broadway in Sonoma."
During a rather raucous chat we cover their journey from the shores of Lake Erie to the vines of Sonoma Valley, preview the four different shows and talk how there are special deals for groups and families.
And, like all of our guests...2024-06-0449 minSoCo ChatEpisode 26- Hitting the books in Sonoma CountyToday we are hitting the books, more specifically the system that manages our books, the Sonoma County Library. In today’s interview, we will be talking with Erika Thibault, Sonoma County Library director, who oversees the Sonoma County library system.2024-05-0321 min
The Sonoma SpielMustafa has No Chill: Sonoma restaurants, hikes and adventures with NoChillMustafaMustafa Tolosa always "goes to eleven" - the local restaurant reviewer started off taking photos of his steak while on a date with his wife, and from there it has grown into a Wine Country go-to spot for locals looking for the low-down on food trucks, restaurants and more.
"I'm not a food critic - I'm a highlighter. I like to highlight things," says Tolosa, who gets ideas for his reviews from his audience.
His likes? Good experiences, polite service, fresh food.
His dislikes? Vinegar. Not a fan.
Allergies? Peaches, sadly.
...2024-05-011h 02SoCo ChatCapítulo 25- La justicia penal en el condado de SonomaHoy hablamos sobre el sistema de justicia penal aquí en el condado de Sonoma y tenemos como invitada a Tatiana Lopez, directora de la division de victimas de la fiscalia. Y nos acompaña un invitado muy especial en el estudio!2024-04-2621 minSoCo ChatEpisode 25- Criminal Justice in Sonoma CountyToday we will talked about the criminal justice system here in Sonoma County, and we have as our guest Carla Rodriguez, the Sonoma County District Attorney. And a very special guest joins the set!2024-04-2620 min
The Sonoma SpielAuthor's Festival Returns: Amy Tan, Doris Kearns Goodwin, David Grann et al in Sonoma talking ideasThe Sonoma Valley Author's Festival is in it's seventh year in Sonoma, and founders Ginny and David Freeman come to the Sonoma Spiel and share their passion for books and the ideas expressed within. As Ginny notes, "It's an ideas festival - it's small and curated and intimate." This year we find out that among the many author's attending includes historian Doris Kearns Goodwinn, novelist David Grann ("Killers of the Flower Moon"), Amy Tan ("Joy Luck Club"), Akhil Reed Amar of Yale Law School, and rising star Anita Gail Jones ("The Peach Seed").
The Freemans detail how t...2024-04-2342 minSoCo ChatEpisode 23- Equity and Sonoma CountyIn today’s episode we talk about Sonoma County’s equity initiatives with our guest Alegria De La Cruz, Director of the Sonoma County Office of Equity.2024-04-1937 minSoCo ChatCapítulo 23- Equidad y el condado de SonomaEn el capítulo de hoy hablamos de las iniciativas de equidad del Condado de Sonoma con nuestra invitada Alegría De La Cruz, Directora de la Oficina de Equidad del Condado de Sonoma.2024-04-1911 min
The Sonoma SpielNatural Sonoma: Caitlin Cornwall on ecology, native plants, bad idea trees & waterfallsCaitlin Cornwall of the Sonoma Ecology Center returns to the Spiel to give her review of the eclipse (thumbs up), talk redwoods as yard trees in dry valley floors (thumbs down, usually) and encourage us to create diverse ecosystems with native plants in your front yard to get the best birds. She also details the upcoming events at Sugarloaf State Park, the Sonoma Garden Park and other places where the Sonoma Ecology Center is doing their work and public demonstrations.
As usual our guests answer YOUR Sonoma questions during We Get Questions, sponsored by the Sonoma Plaza...2024-04-1759 minSoCo ChatSpecial Episode- Sonoma County Shake OutToday, we’re talking about earthquakes and how to prepare for them. Joining us in that discussion is none other than our friend Nancy Brown, Sonoma County’s Community Preparedness Program Manager.2024-04-1321 minSoCo ChatEpisode 21 - Sonoma County Fire MemorialMeet the new Director of Creative Sonoma, Tara Thompson, who discusses the forthcoming Sonoma County Fire Memorial to be installed at Nagasawa Community Park in Santa Rosa.
2024-04-1222 minSoCo ChatEpisode 22 - Sonoma County’s transition to zero-emission public transitToday’s discussion is with Sonoma County's Transit Systems Manager, Bryan Albee, who discusses the history of Sonoma County Transit, transitioning its fleet to all-electric buses, and the future of public transportation in Sonoma County.
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The Sonoma SpielBeau Bridges, chef Susan Feniger, Ethan Hawke, Luc Besson & Sonoma International Film FestivalGinny Krieger from the Sonoma International Film Festival is back on the Sonoma Spiel podcast to talk all things film, food and wine. But this time, she's brought Carl Spence, artistic director and film fan, who gives the rundown on some of the major U.S. premiers of films at one of the best film festivals in the country.
As always our guests answer YOUR Sonoma Valley questions, and this week they take on:
Hi- we're visiting Sonoma later this year and looking for something on par to Ravenswood since they are no longer around...2024-03-1351 minSoCo ChatEpisode 13- Exploring the beauty of Sonoma County’s park systemBert Whitaker, Director of Sonoma County Regional Parks , takes SoCo Chat listeners on a stroll through the latest changes and activities available in our regional park system2024-03-0825 min
The Sonoma SpielSomething's growing in Glen Ellen: Jeannie Perales of Sonoma Botanical GardenJeannie Perales, new director of the Sonoma Botanical Garden, put down her pruning shears and stopped by the Sonoma Spiel to talk about their new upcoming summer program of concerts and the Ribbit Exhibit that will bring whimsical frog statues to the garden.
Perales talks about how she ended up leading botanical gardens from Florida to California, and her belief that there are four "natural therapies" for people: nature, movement, art and music. And how the botanical garden can incorporate those therapies for visitors to the sprawling land in northern Sonoma Valley.
And like all of...2024-02-2652 min
The Sonoma SpielScream, chili, and pottery: Molly Spencer from Sonoma Community Center talks arts, wine and moviesMolly Spencer is with the Sonoma Community Center, a school building turned arts and culinary center complete with galleries and theater programs. She hops on the Sonoma Spiel podcast to talk ceramics, chili recipes, fiber arts happy hour, ballet and a secret garden that isn't that secret because we are talking about it.
She then says that yes, the movie "Scream" was filmed at the Sonoma Community Center in 1996, thanks to Santa Rosa High School backing out of the production at the last minute. Yeah, "No thanks whatsoever to the Santa Rosa city school district governing board." 2024-02-0752 minSoCo ChatEpisode 6- Sonoma County at its roots ft. Agricultural Commissioner Andrew SmithAgricultural Commissioner Andrew Smith discusses avian flu, the latest crop report and his department's role in protecting Sonoma County agriculture2024-02-0335 minSoCo ChatEpisode 5- Woman in Charge ft. Sonoma County Administrator M. Christina RiveraSonoma County Administrator M. Christina Rivera reviews her first 12 months as the county’s top administrator while discussing career opportunities – including her own journey – at the county.2024-02-0334 minSoCo ChatSpecial Episode- Turn around - Don’t drown: Preparing for winter storms with Jeff DuVall, director of Sonoma County’s Department of Emergency ManagementA series of storms are moving across the region, bringing the possibility of flooding, power outages, road closures and mudslides.
In this episode, Jeff DuVall, director of Sonoma County’s Department of Emergency Management, discusses how residents can prepare for such emergencies as well as what the county does to prepare for and help during times of crisis.2024-02-0221 minSoCo ChatEpisode 4- On COVID and cold season – A conversation with Dr. Tanya Phares, Sonoma County’s new Health OfficerMeet Sonoma County's new Health Officer, Dr. Tanya Phares, who discusses the latest data and strategies to keep us safe and healthy during cold and flu season, as well as an update on the COVID-19 endemic.
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SoCo ChatEpisode 2- An inside look at Sonoma County electionsToday's episode discusses Sonoma County elections with Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County’s Clerk-Recorder-Assessor and Registrar of Voters. 2024-01-2331 min
The Sonoma SpielMom took cooking classes, now he's cooking with fire: Ari Weiswasser of Glen Ellen Star in Sonoma ValleyHe was inspired to start cooking because his great aunt's awful Thanksgiving dinner spurned him to action, his first restaurant job was with three Lebanese brothers in Pennsylvania, and he left Manhattan for the excitement of Sonoma Valley: Ari Weiswasser of Glen Ellen Star talks his journey to having two restaurants and a catering company in California's wine country.
And like all guests on the Sonoma Spiel, he answers YOUR Sonoma questions including:
“Hello! We are planning a trip and I have a lodging question. Is there a local alternative to booking vacation ho...2024-01-221h 06SoCo ChatEpisode 1- What’s in store for 2024? A conversation with Supervisor David Rabbitt, Chair of the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors.For the inaugural podcast episode, we kick off by interviewing Supervisor David Rabbitt, who represents Second District, which covers much of the southern portion of Sonoma County. He currently serves as the Chair of the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors. 2024-01-2240 min
The Sonoma SpielFood Was a Better Fit: From New York Fashion to Sonoma Cuisine - Lauren Feldman, Valley Bar + BottleLauren Feldman (Valley Bar + Bottle and Valley Swim Club) joins us in the new year to talk all things food, wine, wellness and how she ended up leaving fashion for running front of the house at her restaurant, that she started with her husband Tanner and two friends.
In between running a new restaurant, Valley Swim Club which is a west coast take (vegan tartar sauce!) on an east coast clam shack, she also has a young child and teaches spinning classes at the local health club.
And like all our podcast guests, she answers...2024-01-0849 min
The Sonoma SpielEuphoria in Sonoma: Lisa Carlsson talks wellness in SonomaLisa Carlsson with Euphoria Retreats brings people around the world to find wellness- and she even made us take some calming breaths before we started the podcast.
Then she tells us about how she approaches wellness and health and brings wellness and adventure to travelers in Sonoma Valley and beyond.
She also spends time answering YOUR questions during WE GET QUESTIONS where she helps us with:
Hello. Friends are planning an event in Sonoma for Sept 28, 2024 and asked me to research if that’s a busy weekend in Sonoma, including if hotel rooms wi...2023-12-2950 min
The Sonoma SpielJalisco to Sonoma and Napa : Amelia Moran Ceja on wine, cooking, familyCeja Vineyards makes high-end wines from world-class vineyards, but Amelia Ceja is remarkably approachable in her turn on the Sonoma Spiel podcast. She talks her journey from a young immigrant to America in 1967, following her father who worked in the fields, to her education at UC San Diego, to starting a Latino family-owned winery with her husband Pedro and his brother Armando and his wife Martha.
Now a grandmother, and with her children in the business, Amelia talks about the tasting experiences and showcases two of her wines, all the while keeping up a patter of stories a...2023-12-131h 07The Sonoma SpielJeweler in Sonoma: Margo Lowe of M. Lowe Jewelry talks baubles, bagels and BerkeleyMargo Lowe moved her jewelry store from Berkeley (just outside the gates of Cal - Go Bears!) to Sonoma (just across from the Plaza - Go Dragons!)
On a wide-ranging podcast she talks about her journey from Pittsburgh (good bagels) to Berkeley (neighbor to Alice Waters' Chez Panisse) and then to Sonoma.
Then she takes on answering YOUR Sonoma Valley questions during "We Get Questions." This week she answers:
1) We are from Michigan, visiting our son who is stationed at Travis Air Force Base, and we heard about this place called the Plaza, b...2023-12-0644 minThe Sonoma SpielBest of Sonoma ”We Get Questions” - Redwoods, Dog-Friendly, Best Pizza & White ZinfandelThis week on the Sonoma Spiel we are looking back at some of the best of "We Get Questions" where we make our guests answer the questions we get from visitors.
Featured guests include Michelle Lacy from Sonoma Valley Visitors Bureau and Mark Bodenhamer of the Chamber of Commerce, Chef Lauren Kershner from Songbird Parlour, and Laura McGilley of the Sonoma Valley Vintners & Growers Alliance and Bart Hansen of Dane Cellars. The know stuff, and they are ready to share it with you!
Every week our podcast guests answer YOUR questions about wine c...2023-11-2828 min
Sonoma Collective PodcastIn SonomaIn this third and final part of our Vision Series, discover the profound impact of practicing the way of Jesus together, particularly within the context of your city, the place you call home. In this episode, we explore the transformative goal of spiritual formation—becoming like Jesus not just for personal peace, but to embody and reflect His love for others. Join us as we delve into the unique journey of Sonoma and the compelling invitation to represent Jesus within the community we call home.2023-11-2049 min
The Sonoma SpielOn Beyond Sonoma: Kelly Bass Seibel tells tales from beyond the Island!Kelly Bass Seibel from Sonoma County Tourism joins the Sonoma Spiel podcast to talk about the great and wonderful world that exists beyond the borders of Sonoma Valley, and disavows us of the notion that there be dragons there.
Actually, there's a river, some beaches and a place called Rohnert Park.
Kelly got her start in tourism via a circuitous route, but her start in Sonoma began with Sea Ranch and then a degree from Sonoma State University (Go Seawolves!) While we hear about her family drives up from LA, we also find out what...2023-11-0758 min
The Sonoma SpielThe Mayor, the Commissioner & the Algebra Teacher: Sandra Lowe talks her SonomaIt's not often we get to talk to a mayor, a commissioner of a football league, a political organizer and a bilingual math teacher. But when we sat with Sandra Lowe, mayor of Sonoma, we got all of that in one package.
She came to the Sonoma Spiel podcast to talk about her journey from LA math teacher (via Cal - Go Bears!) to Sonoma Valley High bilingual algebra specialist (Vamos los Dragons!) to teacher organizer and mayor of Sonoma.
In addition to talking the ins and outs of ballot initiatives in California (good and...2023-10-1850 min
The Sonoma SpielA Dream Wall in Sonoma: The Lodge at Sonoma, An Autograph CollectionNicole Whitaker started out doing cold calls for AT&T back when customers leased their cell phones, and Erin McVicar has been in the wine and hospitality business around Sonoma Valley. They both are now at the Lodge at Sonoma, a recently renovated resort within biking distance of the Sonoma Plaza. They stopped by to chat about the return of Martini Madness (huzzah!), the unique food experiences at The Lodge, and all the wellness options available at the spa.
Then they dish on the famous VW Microbus that is both a photo backdrop and occasional...2023-10-0949 min
Beer Thirty: Craft Brew Stories and Reviews From Northern CaliforniaBEER THIRTY: Sonoma Springs - Float The Day Away IPAIt ain’t just wine country anymore!! Some of the best craft-brewed beers in the world are right here in the North Bay. And Danny Wright wants to taste them ALL on Beer Thirty! With help from the guys at the Sports Meats Beer podcast, catch new episodes on-air every Friday at 8:30am on 97.7 The River, THIS WEEK : Sonoma Springs - Float The Day Away IPA! 2023-10-0606 min
The Sonoma SpielBest places to hike, camp and get outdoors: Brad Day of Weekend Sherpa in Sonoma ValleyBrad Day knows a thing or two about getting outside in California. For almost two decades, Brad and his wife Holly have helped locals find the right trails for hiking and biking and the best lakes for kayaking and camping. Weekend Sherpa, an award-winning website, email newsletter and a podcast, details great places to get outside in Northern California. Brad stopped by, fresh from the trails it seems, to talk about his favorite hikes in Sonoma, Marin and Napa counties, as well as what it was like growing up in the Central Valley of California near Sequoia National Park...2023-10-0246 min
The Sonoma SpielMurder mystery in Sonoma! Author Bethany Browning’s ”Dead Spread” has tarot, a raven, a duck pond and a mystery"Dead Spread," the new book from local author Bethany Browning, is set in a small wine country town of Prosperity, where the mayor (Preston Brix) was recently found deceased by a local tarot reader (Carrie Detwiler) who has a pet raven (Waggery) and a few secrets as well. Sonoma serves as a key inspiration in the book, from the stone city hall in the middle of the Plaza to the controversial duck pond to even a local character who dresses up in historical regalia and then regales tourists with tall tales of the town's past.
In addition t...2023-08-1449 min
The Sonoma SpielSummer Cocktails in Sonoma: Amy & Fred Groth of Prohibition SpiritsThis week on the Sonoma Spiel: Amy & Fred Groth from Prohibition Spirits stop by to talk summer cocktails and how to rely on fresh ingredients to provide great flavors.
With 40 different distilled spirits in their tasting room just off the Sonoma Plaza, the tasting experience is educational about the processes in how the spirits are made as well as how to best use them.
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The Sonoma SpielFather & son battle it out: Filmmaker George Dondero talks Sonoma movie ”War of the Wills”Film maker George Dondero had the audacity to not only shoot an independent film in Sonoma, but he dared question the orthodoxy that it's "always a lovely day in Sonoma." His new movie, "War of the Wills" was filmed in Sonoma, Petaluma and Windsor and centers on the struggle between a father and a son battling over an inheritance of money and house. The catch? They have to live in the same house for a month and not leave. And they have strong feelings of dislike towards each other.
Sonoma County actors take a star turn in...2023-06-1237 min
The Sonoma SpielBeyond the Left Turn: Jill Gregory of Sonoma Raceway on NASCAR and MoreJill Gregory of Sonoma Raceway says the 12-turns of the famed Sonoma Valley road track make it a "high consequence race track," where you can "get into the wall pretty quickly."
Jill sat down with us to talk Nascar, Ferrari Challenge, drag racing your Camry against a cop, electric car racing and even go-karts. Then she gives us the overview of the Toyota/Save Mart 350 and why "everyone circles this weekend on their race calendar." What makes it unique? Wine country, good food and amazing weather make us one of the elite races on the Nascar calendar.2023-05-3145 min
The Sonoma SpielElements of Sonoma Style: Jenne Wicht of JAK W designJenne Wicht was on track to go to law school but instead thought it would be better to start an interior design business in the middle of a major recession that greatly impacted the housing and office sectors. Her parents were so pleased.
She now has an interior design business, a retail shop and small vacation rentals (the JAK W Casitas) that showcase smart, sustainable design.
Jenne talks what makes for good design that lasts, what defines the "Sonoma look" versus other places, and then good places to eat in the Sonoma Springs.
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The Sonoma SpielGrandma was a Sonoma nudist and other historical tidbits- Patricia Cullinan of Sonoma Valley Historical SocietyOur history isn't just dates and faces - when Patricia Cullinan comes to tell us, it could also be places and patookuses. The head of the Sonoma Valley historical society came by with special second guest star Lucy the Lab to talk about Sonoma Valley's startling history, from before the Mission period when Native Californians from the Wappo, Pomo, Miwok and Patwin lived in and around the area to the arrival of the Spanish and then the Mexican Empire. And the Russians. There we some Russians. And then we talked hot springs and resorts and trains and hunting and...2023-04-2557 min
The Sonoma SpielUnlocking your creativity with Shiloh Sophia and Jonathan McCloud: Musette Atelier in SonomaShiloh Sophia McCloud is an artist, teacher, speaker and more, co-founder of MUSEA, "a community of creatives working together to make this world what we hope it can be."
She is joined by partner Jonathan McCloud, whom she me met in 2012 and "the two of them struck up a quantum conversation resulting in a life long partnership and working together in business with Intentional Creativity through various technology platforms."
In a wide-ranging interview over a quick 50 minutes we cover painting, the soul, epistemology, ontology, wine making, cooking, the nitrogen cycle of grape growing, inner transformation, r...2023-04-1254 min
The Sonoma SpielBest of We. Get. Questions! Sonoma SpielThe Sonoma Spiel went on Spring Break last week, so while we were busy doing spring break things, our brave podcast editor Timothy Benton (also of Yeehaw Coffee fame) put together the best of our crowd-favorite segment: We. Get. Questions.
Mark Bodenhamer from the Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce answered questions from someone named Sue from the Midwest.
We talk A Boy Named Sue, emojis, breweries, bachelorette parties at wineries, and how to tell if you are in the right Sonoma.
Sheana Davis of Epicurean Connection, cookbook author of Buttermonger, has tips on...2023-03-3043 min
The Sonoma SpielDon’t Read the Comments: Sonoma Index Tribune Editor Emily Charrier Ep. 32She started with covering aebelskiver recipes in a small town and worked her way to covering wineries in a small town. And her advice: don't read the comments.
Emily Charrier, editor of the Sonoma Index Tribune, details life as a small town newspaper editor in Sonoma Valley. We make her try to choose which writing sample is from a live, real human being and which has been spit out by the cold, unfeeling, soulless program of an AI bot. And then of course we go for everyone's favorite part of the show, WE GET QUESTIONS.
Li...2023-03-1355 min
The Sonoma SpielSonoma Valley Authors Festival Preview: Ginny & David Freeman Ep. 31Ginny and David Freeman, founders of the Sonoma Valley Author's Festival, want to be clear: it's actually a festival for the curious, for those who want to be surrounded by thinkers and exchange ideas. But there are also books available. Hear how the sixth edition of the festival will bring scientists, novelists, thinkers and poets to Sonoma wine country, including Isabel Allende, Ada Limon (Sonoma local and US Poet Laureate!), Soyoung Lee, Dave Barry, Abraham Verghese, Danielle Feinberg and many more.
The main event is held at the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa, and community events will...2023-03-0645 min
The Sonoma SpielSonoma Film Festival Preview with Ginny Krieger Ep. 30Food, wine and film come together with the Sonoma International Film Festival, and Ginny Krieger is here to talk about how to enjoy the films and the secrets to getting the most out of your experience. (Hint: if you don't like a movie, you can actually just walk to another one...)
Martin Yan, of Yan Can Cook fame, will be a featured and celebrated guest during "Devour! Chefs and Shorts."
Then she helps us answer some questions about visiting Sonoma Valley, and if you are Québécois, where to find fellow French Canadians, during ou...2023-02-2847 min
The Sonoma SpielHow to make 79 butters, secrets of Sonoma cheese and more: Sheana Davis Ep. 26Sheana Davis of Epicurean Connection has a new cookbook that's smooth as butter - Buttermonger, out soon! More than 70 ways to make butter at home, from sweet to savory to cocktails, plus a few vegan options. Sheana also talks about how you can take an easy cheesemaking class and make cheese to take home. Then she helps us answer your questions about visiting Sonoma Valley, like are the vineyards still there and where can you find lemons locally? (Hint- if you have a bucket of lemons, Sheana will trade you soup.)
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The Sonoma SpielHot springs & fancy cakes - Michelle Heston of Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn Ep. 25Michelle Heston of the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa knows resorts. And wellness Wednesdays. And world-class dining. But she also moonlights as fancy-cake maker that can make a chiffon cake look like a taco and a pound cake in the shape of a penny farthing.
Michelle details the history of the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa (it was once an R&R locale for Navy personnel during World War II), how the waters from Calistoga are the same ones that run underneath the Fairmont and some of their spa programs like watsu massage.
Also, he...2023-01-2351 min
The Sonoma SpielFrom East to Zest - Scot Medbury of Sonoma Botanial Garden Ep. 24Scot Medbury of the Sonoma Botanical Garden explains that a) no, they aren't a winery and b) they used to be called Quarryhill Botanical Garden and c) Sonoma is, come on, one of the best brands in America.
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Hear about how Scot came to Sonoma from Brooklyn and San Francisco, and the work of...2023-01-1745 minBeer Thirty: Craft Brew Stories and Reviews From Northern CaliforniaBEER THIRTY: Seismic Brewing - Sonoma Estate FestbeirFridays at 8:30a it’s BEER THIRTY! Brad and Ben from The Podcast – Sports Meats Beer join Danny as they try a new BEER each week by using the AATMF – Appearance, Aroma, Taste, Mouthfeel, and Finish! This week Seismic Brewing - Sonoma Estate Festbeir ! 2021-10-0805 minBeer Thirty: Craft Brew Stories and Reviews From Northern CaliforniaBEER THIRTY: Old Possum Brewing -This week Old Possum Brewing - La Rosita Sonoma Lager!Fridays at 8:30a it’s BEER THIRTY! Brad and Ben from The Podcast – Sports Meats Beer join Danny as they try a new BEER each week by using the AATMF – Appearance, Aroma, Taste, Mouthfeel, and Finish! This week Old Possum Brewing - La Rosita Sonoma Lager!2021-07-1604 min
Beer Thirty: Craft Brew Stories and Reviews From Northern CaliforniaSonoma County Restaurants during Shelter-In-PlaceNormally on Fridays at 8:30a it’s BEER THIRTY! Brad and Ben from The Podcast – Sports Meats Beer join Danny in studio. This week Brad, who also happens to own a few restaurants in Sonoma County, called in to discuss how your favorite restaurants are here for you and how you can be there for them during Shelter-In-Place. 2020-03-2006 min