Take the 15-minute drive to Occidental, and you won’t regret it. This quaint town is home to wonderful little shops and two of the best family style restaurants: Negris and the Union Hotel & Pizzeria.

If you are in the mood to do a little wine tasting, we suggest you stop by  Balletto Vineyards. http://ballettovineyards.com They have an excellent selection of award winning wines to taste.

Sonoma County offers a wide variety of wineries to choose from. In fact, some of the best wine in the world is made right here. A trip to Sonoma County wouldn’t be complete without wine tasting and a tour of the winemaking operation! Visit SONOMA COUNTY FARM TRAILS for suggested wineries and other places to visit. www.farmtrails.org

Sebastopol is a growing community that still retains its small town charm. You can browse through unique shops, visit the Barlow. The Barlow offers local brew pubs, wine tasting, restaurants and shops. You can also enjoy a nice meal at one of the town’s many fine restaurants.