On the Sparkling Wine Trail in Sonoma

On the Sparkling Wine Trail in Sonoma

If Champagne, France is the king of bubbly, then California may be next in line to the throne, with dazzling sparkling wines being produced throughout the state. It’s no surprise that Sonoma tops the list of heirs apparent, since it benefits from foggy mornings, cool...

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Castroville Artichoke Festival

Castroville Artichoke Festival

Castroville Artichoke Festival Don’t let the spiky tips fool you – this edible flower bud from the thistle family can be transformed into all kinds of goodies. The Italians turn it into a bitter digestivo liquor called Cynar; the French like them stuffed with parsley,...

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Eight Wild Rides

Eight Wild Rides

A ring of pretty ponies spinning around a circular track is one way of looking at carousels – but it’s definitely old school. How about circling around on a bald eagle, an okapi, a giant grasshopper or one of Dr. Seuss’s cowfish as the jolly pipe organ plays?...

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