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NAPA. Known as one of Napa Valley's better pizza joints, this friendly, downtown establishment is a great place to take the entire family. Specialty thin-crust pies are hand-tossed and range from the Verde version, which features spinach and ricotta, to selections fancied up with fennel sausage, roasted garlic, basil, and fresh tomato. Beer and wine are served.
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RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY. One of the better reasons to visit the sleepy Russian River Valley is Willow Wood, a cozy hideaway where patrons can sample classic comfort foods, sip outstanding wines, and enjoy a modicum of anonymity. Menu highlights include the market plate, a potpourri of everything from polenta to fresh tomatoes; the Mediterranean plate, with homemade hummus and pesto; and grilled ono, served with tomatillo salsa and black bean salad. Folks with lighter midday appetites heartily approve of the grilled endive salad and organic tomato soup flavored with roasted red beets.
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PETALUMA. The brainchild of Stephanie Rastetter, who made a name for herself years ago reigning over the kitchen of Sonoma's Babette, this pleasant bistro specializes in hearty French breakfasts and deliciously fresh sandwiches. Start your day off with homemade waffles or spinach-and-pepper-stuffed quiche, or stop in at lunch for a ham and turkey muffaletta, chicken-and-spinach-stuffed calzone, or slice of chicken hazelnut terrine. If it's nice out, opt for a table on the terrace, which overlooks the Petaluma River.
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GLEN ELLEN. Quaint and cottage-like, Glen Ellen Inn is a veritable home away from home for wise diners who stop by for an evening of fine food and wine. During warmer months, garden dining is available, and a covered, heated patio is available year-round. The menu emphasizes local products, and main dishes sparkle – cabernet-braised lamb shank with roast vegetables, Chilean sea bass with spinach and mushroom puff pastry, and grilled pork medallions with feta and capers. Expectedly, the wine list is equally impressive. Reservations are a must.
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YOUNTVILLE. A culinary institution. Period. A dazzling, whimsical, and playfully serious bastion of California country French cuisine, this restaurant offers a near-religious experience to savvy diners. Heavenly entrees might include pan-seared duck breast with endive "marmalade," apricot compote, and seared foie gras, or roasted lamb with polenta and caramelized Meyer lemon. For dessert, opt for something fun, like "coffee and doughnuts" – elegant cinnamon-sugar confections with cappuccino semifreddo. Plan ahead, because you'll have to call at least two months in advance just to get a reservation. Nine course chef tasting menu and nine course vegetable tasting menu, each $240.
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HEALDSBURG. Sophisticated but quirky and casual – if you fancy porcine motifs, that is – this snug Healdsburg cafe is known for friendly atmosphere and terrific French-Med (with a Cali touch) cuisine. Dishes that earn particular nods include house-cured pork tenderloin with brandy sauce (ironically enough, the only pork dish on the menu), chicken strips piccata in lemon-caper sauce, and fusilli with smoked chicken and basil cream sauce. Since seating is limited, reservations are suggested.
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