Everything you need to know about America's favorite wine and food destination. You'll discover the most popular tourist attractions as well as those that locals try to keep secret. With this book, you won't miss a thing. Whether it's your first visit or your tenth, you'll find new and enjoyable things to see and do. Includes over 700 listings of lodging, spas, wineries, restaurants, parks and camping, hiking and biking, sightseeing, shopping, events, arts, entertainment and nightlife in all towns and areas of the Napa Valley. Readers will also find historical landmarks, a chronological history of Napa County, Napa County statistics, maps, photos, wedding planning contacts, kids' favorites, help on relocating to the valley, and even a section on Napa Valley trivia, including movies made in the valley, ship building, and the World War II era POW camp. There's also a special and very comprehensive 45-page wine supplement, with information on Napa Valley wines, vineyards, varietals, winemaking, wine tasting, understanding a wine label, a glossary of wine terms and pronunciations, and much more.

A wine country odyssey. In 1976, the picturesque, agrarian Napa Valley was all but unknown to those who didn't live there. That changed dramatically when Steven Spurrier and Patricia Gallagher decided to host a blind tasting of American and French wines in Paris. When wines from California defeated those of France, the world was shocked, an industry reawakened, and Napa Valley exploded in a frenzy of growth and development. Families who had farmed for generations battled to hang onto their land, and many paid a steep price as the area transformed into one of the world's premier wine-growing regions. Join author Mark Gudgel as he explores the trials and tribulations of Napa's meteoric rise to prominence.

Savor the Falvors of Napa Valley The heart of California’s wine country, Napa Valley offers diverse and sophisticated options to please the palate. It is home to creative, farm-to-table seasonal menus, cutting-edge chefs, passionate farmers, and innovative purveyors. In Food Lovers’ Guide to Napa Valley, seasoned writer Jean Saylor Doppenberg shares the inside scoop on the best places to find, enjoy, and celebrate these culinary treasures. A bounty of mouthwatering delights awaits you in this engagingly written guide. With delectable recipes from the renowned kitchens of Napa Valley’s iconic eateries, Food Lovers’ Guide to Napa Valley is the ultimate resource for food lovers to use and savor. Inside You'll Find:Favorite restaurants and landmark eateries • Food festivals and culinary events • Recipes from top Napa Valley chefs • Cooking classes • Food and wine pairings with some of Napa’s landmark wineries • The region’s best wine bars, brewpubs, and microbreweries • Farmers’ markets and farm stands • Local food lore and kitchen wisdom • Specialty food stores, markets, and food trucks

This is the first of its kind: an insider's food guide to that gourmand's paradise, the Napa Valley. Author and longtime resident Lori Lyn Narlock goes behind the scenes to discover where chefs shop, the best places to take a cooking class, or where to get a grapeseed oil massage. With complete details on the where, when, how, and how much, plus dozens of artful black-and-white photographs, this indispensible guide for food lovers even includes 50 recipes honoring the region's local specialties. It's a mouthwatering roster of the best that Napa has to offer.

As one of the world’s top wine country destinations, Napa Valley boasts amazing food, breathtaking views, and, naturally, excellent wine. Spending time there is an unparalleled experience, whether you’re sampling a fancy meal or celebrating summer at the Napa County Fair. With the updated second edition of 100 Things to Do in Napa Valley Before You Die, gain new insights into this one-of-a-kind, California destination. Revisit some of the historical wineries or find ones that will push your taste buds to the next level. Eat with the locals who’ve loved the area for a lifetime, and learn more of the history at the Napa Valley Museum. Whether you’re catching a Shakespeare performance among the vines at Napashakes or riding through the valley in style on the Napa Valley Wine Train, you’ll discover new attractions and fall in love with the valley all over again. Local author Marcus Marquez lends a personal touch to the experiences in the guide. With carefully curated tips and itineraries, you’ll want to make your own memories in Napa Valley and share them with your friends.