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Picnics & Pairings: The Best Add-On to a Perfect Napa Wine Tour
There is nothing more idyllic than having a picnic surrounded by vineyards. This is the stuff travel guide dreams are made of. Unfortunately,the majority of wineries in Napa do not allow for the impromptu picnic to take place on their grounds and public locations offering superior ambiance are extremely scarce. If your vision of a […]
Is The French Laundry Open?
Foodies rejoice! We have received numerous emails from friends and clients alike trying to include French Laundry by Thomas Keller as the culinary highlight of their wine tour and now we have the definite answer and it is time to celebrate. The French Laundry is once again open for business! Yes, they are working from […]
The Ultimate Snowmaggedon Guide for Pairing Wine with Soup (For Those of You Buried by the Snow)
Here in Napa Spring has sprung and we are starting to see the bud break but for some of you the snow has been relentless. We really wish we could ship a bit of sunshine your way, instead we are hoping to give you a hand by sharing a really neat infographic to help you pair […]
A Match Made in Foodie Heaven-Stephan Pyles & Phillipe Melka in Dallas!
There are people and places destined to be iconic by leaving marks in our hearts, minds and palates that are virtually impossible to erase. Among those stars in the firmament of worldly delights we cannot help it include Chef Stephan Pyles and our very own Phillipe Melka. If you are among those in DFW that […]
Finger Foods For Valentine’s? TORC Has You Covered
Last week I received several emails from some of my favorite Bay Area guests and friends. Many were reaching out to book with us for Valentine’s others simply needed a dining tip and we are ever so happy to oblige. Recently I picked up a book by neuroscientist David J. Linden from Johns Hopkins […]
Fun & Fantastic Napa Wines Under $40
Once or twice a month your personal wine consultants at Napa Private Tours head out on discovery trips to sample the best that Napa has to offer. From restaurants to new wineries, spas and tasting salons we strive to be exposed to the best and newest in order to design the most spectacular itineraries for […]
Best BYOB Restaurants in San Francisco Part II & Their Handpicked Napa Pairings
I hope everyone is doing well and enjoying all the wonders and adventures of summer. At Napa Private Tours we have been extra busy and honored to host numerous VIPs from all over the world. As time allows as promised we have been heading to the city to scout wonderful BYOB restaurants. This week I […]
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