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California's Artisan Cheese Festival is a nonprofit organization created in 2007 with the mission to educate people who want to learn more about artisan cheese, support the artisan cheesemaking community and its sustainability; and celebrate and enjoy the creations of the artisan cheesemakers. The 4-day annual weekend event features educational seminars, cheesemaking, grand dinners, chef demos, an artisan marketplace and hosts nationally recognized cheesemakers, experts, authors and trade professionals. Recognized by a National Artisan Treasure award for “Best Organization”, the festival takes place in Petaluma, CA in March.

Can you imagine a time when goat cheese wasn’t popular in the United States? It seems difficult to believe, but a mere twenty-five years ago virtually all the goat cheese sold in the United States was imported from Europe. And that’s where our story begins, with a few enterprising Americans — mostly women — who made small batches of goat cheese in their kitchens and began selling it to discerning restaurant owners and retailers. One of those enterprising Americans was Mary Keehn, and that’s where the story of Cypress Grove begins.

Located in Sonoma, California, Laura Chenel’s Chèvre upholds a long tradition of European style artisan cheesemaking. The company uses only the fresh milk from family-raised goats in California and Nevada, an example of its commitment to local farming, long-term relationships for ethical and sustainable practices, and the craftsmanship of fine goat’s milk cheese reflecting distinctive regional terroir.

Marin French Cheese Company is the oldest cheese manufacturer in the USA and a unique part of American history. Known by locals as The Cheese Factory and by its brand name, Rouge et Noir, Marin French has produced hand-crafted artisan soft-ripened cheese since 1865. Rouge et Noir cheeses are based on French and European varieties but reflect the characteristics of Northern California, producing their own regional styles, including original California Brie and Camembert along with other award-winning cheeses.

The love of farming and a passion for wine brought Tony Peju to the Napa Valley. A series of ideas - starting in his birthplace on the Caspian Sea, then France, England and eventually, Los Angeles -- created the Peju's Napa Valley winery. In 1982, Tony and his wife Herta purchased 30 acres of land in the Napa Valley with the magic ingredient - location. Neighboring vineyards in Rutherford included Robert Mondavi, Inglenook and Beaulieu. Situated between Highway 29 and the Napa River, the acreage included a 1900-era house and rambling vineyards, some 60 or more years old. Looking to the future, Tony and Herta have introduced their two daughters, Lisa and Ariana, to the workings of the wine business. Both of the young women are immersing themselves in all aspects of Peju Winery.

THE inside guide to San Francisco and Napa. Written by the city, for the city, 7x7 print and online has it's finger directly on the pulse of San Francisco and it's hip inhabitants. Now, Ian is their "Napa Valley Insider", populating the Napa page with local insights on a weekly basis and running the wine country marketing program from the vines out.

Chateau Montelena was founded in 1882 by Alfred Tubbs. The renaissance of the winery, under the leadership of James Barrett, began in 1972 with the replanting of the Estate vineyard and the establishment of the Chateau Montelena philosophy: Make the best, period. It was Chateau Montelena’s 1973 Chardonnay that won the 1976 Paris Tasting, which helped to put Montelena, and California winemaking, on the world stage. Today the tradition continues. Jim Barrett’s son, Bo, winemaker at Chateau Montelena beginning in 1982, is now its Master Winemaker. After four decades of experience with the same vineyards and varieties, the Montelena Estate Cabernet Sauvignon and Napa Valley Chardonnay are recognized as world-class.

The California Artisan Cheese Guild is an organization designed to support and encourage the California cheesemaking community. This is accomplished by supporting the on-going education of cheesemakers and consumers, sharing resources, and celebrating the art and dedication to quality cheese. Membership is open to any individual with an interest in California cheese, including, farmstead, artisan and specialty cheesemakers, small dairy producers, retailers, suppliers, chefs, and cheese enthusiasts.

The Giacomini commitment to producing superior quality, farmstead dairy products began over 100 years ago in the mountains of Italy. Today Bob Giacomini and his family continue the family tradition with their Point Reyes Original Blue™

Cowgirl Creamery was founded in 1997 and has been producing organic cheese in Point Reyes Station, California, and promoting artisan cheesemakers throughout the U.S. and Europe. They have shops in Pt. Reyes, San Francisco and Washington DC. Visit Cowgirl Creamery cheesemaking facility in Pt. Reyes or take a tour in our second creamery in Petaluma.

Live In The Vineyard marries peoples’ access to recording artists, top tier wine makers, and world- renowned chefs during an “once-in-a-lifetime” event. The three-day event consists of a series of private and exclusive “winner” only acoustic concerts from some of today’s hottest pop superstars and emerging artists.

Originally San Franpsycho began as surf films featuring a group of San Francisco surfers in all their glory of good waves, partying, and wild lifestyle throughout the city. San Franpsycho has quickly evolved into a lifestyle brand and will continue to be driven by multimedia showcasing core aspects of SF and those that reside within it's universe of fast living, surfing, partying, music, skating, art, and more, join us! Sign up for our updates here and become our friends on facebook.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Marin and Southern Sonoma Counties serves more than 5,000 youth ages 6 through 18. We provide a safe place where youth can interact with caring adults who help them to develop a sense of belonging, usefulness, influence and competence.