Lauren & Chris
wine country G2
golden gate bridge
drive over the GG bridge from the airport to sonoma (or stay the night!)
SF helicopter tour
this is hands-down the best thing we've ever done in SF! highly recommend it if you're looking for a special thing to do
lagunitas brewing
step out of wine country and into beer heaven here. and then, go to oyster rockefeller's for lunch in valley ford.
rocker oysterfellers 😍
head chef and owner is the one-and-only Brandon Guenther, a family member of ours! but it's also a getaway along the coast of northern california with the best eats and vibes around. get the bourbon milkshake and fried chicken! tell your server we sent you and Brandon may just be around to say hi!
ram's gate winery
the views, atmosphere, and wine are incredible. it's one of the first stops you would make in sonoma coming south to north. must!
gloria ferrer caves & vineyards
as you enter sonoma from the bay area, this is the first stop for bubbles and views!
arrowood - right next to our welcome wine tasting and a MUST stop
shaded porch + vineyard views + rose. MUST STOP before our welcome wine tasting! it's right up the hill!
kunde
the relaxing pond & rolling hills of vineyards (on the top of "boot hill") will not disappoint
hopmonk tavern (downtown sonoma by the marriott)
if you need a break from wine, this spot has a great beer selection & great vibes
farmstead (napa)
this place is casual and reasonably priced, and still earned itself a Michelin star. make a reservation or expect to wait!
rombauer
hands-down the best chardonnay + best view combo in the valley (make an appointment!)
silver oak
hands-down our favorite red wines, head here for an impressive and busy tasting room. you can walk in! it's pretty fancy and gorgeous!
mumm napa
bubbles!
gott's burgers
the coolest tastiest fast casual restaurant
oxbow public market
an indoor market for those who need some A/C & good food, come here for a nice stroll
hog island oysters
if you're into oysters, this is the place to get 'em (inside the oxbow market)
bouchon bakery
the pastry is worth the wait. this place is owned by Thomas Keller, who owns one of the most prestigious restaurants in California: the french laundry. His restaurant books out a year in advance, and costs about $1500/person!
ad hoc
if you are looking to splurge and stuff yourself (unlimited servings), this is the place!
Gundlach Bundschu Winery
gun bun has a wine bar that's perfect for a pre-wedding drink around 3:00!