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Nov 14, 2025 / Ann Hutchinson
Photo: Shelby Cohron on Unsplash With deep agricultural roots (pardon the pun) Petaluma is known for its outstanding farm-to-table cuisine, gourmet dining, and retro cafes. When comfort food is a must, for instance after a full day of hiking, kayaking, or back-roading, imagine slipping into a booth for what Sonoma County residents call “Petaluma portions” at one of Petaluma’s many down-home cafés with yesteryear décor. MORE
Mar 06, 2024 / madmin
Al Fresco is a phrase borrowed from the Italian that means casual outdoor dining. Given Petaluma’s similarity to a charming Tuscan village – both locales produce excellent wine, cheese, and olive oil and are known for cuisine prepared from the freshest local ingredients – al fresco perfectly describes the relaxed atmosphere that you can expect at the many Petaluma restaurants that offer patio dining. MORE
Apr 12, 2022 / madmin
SMART is back on track with an expanded schedule that includes weekends and fare discounts of up to 50%. The trains serve a 43-mile corridor from northern Santa Rosa (near the Sonoma County Airport) to Larkspur, connecting to San Francisco via the Larkspur Ferry. MORE
Aug 21, 2019 / madmin
Photo by Hiro Sogi Why are people lining up on American Alley? Once Upon a Slush, easily identified by a magical blue castle logo suspended above a bed of clouds, is Petaluma's go-to for a refreshing treat. MORE
Jul 23, 2019 / madmin
Angelo Sacerdote and Lina Hoshino met in the editing studio for a documentary exploring GMOs, corporate agriculture, and food trade policy. Hardly the kind of meet-cute you’d expect for a couple who’d later open a charming little Wine Country shop specializing in globally inspired sweet and savory pies. MORE
Jul 01, 2019 / madmin
When you’re walking in downtown Petaluma, as you cross Washington Street and head north on Petaluma Boulevard, you may notice a flat-roofed, semi-industrial structure, landscaped with native grasses and ground cover. The building looks rather unassuming but an intriguing free-form metal tree sculpture beckons you to enter through the gate. MORE
Jun 01, 2019 / madmin
With the 2018 opening of Stockhome, a sunny, counter-service eatery in downtown Petaluma, talented chefs and experienced restaurateurs Roberth and Andrea Sundell have brought their international menu closer to home. The Sundell's who are raising their family in Petaluma are also owners of San Francisco’s PLÄJ Restaurant. MORE
Aug 30, 2017 / madmin
Breaking world-class bread After Della Fattoria's fresh-baked aroma draws visitors in, the eclectic decor catches their eye, then the delicious food has them lingering over sumptuous creations and leaving with a baguette under their arm or pastries to share with friends. The family-owned bakery and café is a favorite local hangout for its world-class menu sourced from the freshest produce of local farmers, ranchers, dairies and wineries. MORE