Located just off of the historic Silverado Trail in St. Helena, California, Meadowood Resort in Napa Valley is sharing its exquisite chefs for twelve days over Christmas to give back to children less fortunate.
One of the valley's premier resorts, Meadowood boasts a golf course with accommodations and pools tucked in the surrounding lush forest. It's also the home of one of the country's biggest-ticket wine auctions.
Chef Christopher Kostow may serve up a radish from the lovely grounds - or even honey from the hives - of this resort restaurant, overlooking a quaint nine-hole golf course. The luxurious resort is secluded enough that it feels private...
A range of international flavors and culinary talents round out Food and Wine magazine's annual Best New Chefs list, which recognizes the most creative and trailblazing chefs in the industry.
Pro croquet player Jerry Stark teaches the finer points of the game to more than 3,000 guests each year at Meadowood.
When life gives Janet Trefethen lemons, she makes lemonade... and preserved lemons, lemon scented roast chicken, lemon curd...
Meadowood is well-known for being the home to Auction Napa Valley each June. But throughout the year it serves as a second home for discerning travelers in search of a private, beautiful setting, healthful activities, and the height of wine and food experiences...
A Girls' Weekend in St. Helena (Sans Wine) During a recent girls' weekend to St. Helena, I discovered that wine country can be equally indulgent and relaxing when you're expecting. With its renowned spa treatments, shopping and gourmet culinary offerings, Napa makes for an ideal escape, with or without a drink.
An escape to luxury in Northern California is a study in contradictions–from the smooth slopes of the Napa Valley wine country to the steep streets of San Francisco
Vine Visionary: You may not have tasted Harlan's wine or joined his wine making club; you might not have even heard of him. But if you've visited California's premier wine growing region, then Harlan's deliberate touch has influenced your trip. His impeccable standards, maintained at each of his venues, has spread as if by osmosis, to the rest of the Napa's wineries and fine dining establishments.