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An Intimate Guide to the Very Best of Napa Valley
This indispensable guide transforms the tourist into the informed visitor with insider tips on how and where to experience the very best of Napa Valley's food, wine, and rich culture. Whether you explore by car or on foot, local experts Kathleen and Gerald Hill will take you step-by-step up to and through the front doors of the most interesting restaurants and wineries to meet the people who live, labor, cultivate, and cook in this area of rich culinary tradition. You'll also discover where the locals go, where to find real bargains, and where to splurge magnificently.
Discover:
Napa Valley's award-winning vineyards-both large and small
Intriguing shops and charming lodgings
Fine dining recommendations for every budget
Recipes from the kitchens of the area's best regional chefs
Synopsis
Discover fine dining, wineries, and specialty shops in this guide designed for sophisticated visitors to the Napa Valley. Also included are recipes from the region's top chefs, lists of festivals, and recommended accommodations.
About the Author
Kathleen and
Gerald Hill, Sonoma Valley residents for more than two decades, have written numerous books and articles about travel, gourmet food and wine, and American politics.
Table of Contents
(1) Preface (2) Introduction (3) Los Carneros District (4) In the City of Napa Itself (5) Highway 29 (The St. Helena Highway) (6) The Silverado Trail (7) Where to Stay in the Napa Valley (8) Beyond Wine Tasting (8) History of the Napa Valley (9) The Napa Valley List of Lists (10) Index