Yearly Archives: 2010

JRickards Winery Sonoma County Tasting Room

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J. Rickards Winery – Hard Work makes a Dream Come True! J. Rickards Winery is a family run operation of both grape farming & wine production, and is located at the northern end of the Alexander Valley in Sonoma County. The owner, Jim Rickards, knew he wanted to be a farmer from the age of 12 years old. He grew up in the Big city of San Francisco and found that the city life didn’t quite suit his natural ways and earthy disposition. So, he set his sights on farming and after a varied past including time in the military, cattle ranching in Petaluma, a full time position as an ER Nurse at Memorial Hospital in Petaluma, and fathering three children, he decided with his free time (aka nights) he would revitalize an old vineyard…..which brings us to J. Rickards Winery. Jim and his wife Eliza have been growing grapes for the bulk market and making wine for personal enjoyment since 1991 from their 60 acre vineyard. Encouraged by family & friends, they were inspired to open a winery and did so in 2005. Increasing their production required that they bring on Alex Holeman, their current winemaker, and his specialty is light, sweet, fruity wines that maintain their varietal character. At J. Rickards they make eight great wines all of which are available for complimentary tastings. One of their specialties is ‘Zinfandel Ancestor Vines’ from their Century old Zinfandel vines. Another is their ‘Los Ninos Perdidos Red Dessert Wine’ (The Lost Children) made from grapes that have been …

Cover Scott McKenzie “San Francisco” by MonaLisaTwins

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If you’re going to San Francisco, be sure to wear a thick jacket! *joke*. The flowers in our hair had no chance the day we taped that video, it was way too windy! The music was recorded in our studio in 2008 – drums, guitars, vocals all by ourselves. For more info visit us at our official website www.monalisa-twins.com (more) Scott McKenzie, 1967 If you’re going to San Francisco Be sure to wear some flowers in your hair If you’re going to San Francisco You’re gonna meet some gentle people there For those who come to San Francisco Summertime will be a love-in there In the streets of San Francisco Gentle people with flowers in their hair All across the nation, such a strange vibration People in motion There’s a whole generation with a new explanation People in motion, people in motion For those who come to San Francisco Be sure to wear some flowers in their hair If you come to San Francisco Summertime will be a love-in there If you come to San Francisco Summertime will be a love-in there

Seghesio Family Vineyards – Sonoma County Wine Tasting Room

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Seghesio Family Vineyards – Wonderful Service and Wines to Match Have you ever been somewhere that you are just so moved by the customer service and genuine care that you just can’t stop talking about it? That’s how we were after several visits to Seghesio Family Vineyards. Every time we left we couldn’t stop talking about what a great experience it was! Warm, authentic, gracious, fun, informative and scrumptious – these are the words I use to describe this longtime, Sonoma wine growing, Family Winery. The Seghesio family name began with Edoardo Seghesio (a transplant from Piedmont, Italy) and his wife Angela, back in 1895 when they planted their first Zinfandel vineyard on some of the current 400 acres in Alexander, Dry Creek and Russian River Valley’s – now cultivated by the fourth generation winemakers of the Seghesio family. There story is rich in both local and family history and beckons back to time when rolling up your shirt sleeves and jumping in with your whole heart, was the only way to make one’s dream reality. And from what I see, this ethic is still the operating philosophy behind the modern day Seghesio Family Vineyard. It is a strong and devoted family at it’s core (most of them still work at the winery) yet they have this wonderful ability to create an extended family, to such a degree that it is hard to know the difference, in both their staff and the visitors who walk through their doors. Seghesio is best known for their award winning Zinfandels, but …

People Under The Stairs – San Francisco Knights

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PUTS’ San Francisco Knight off the next step album All credits go to People under the Stairs “***Disclaimer*** I DO NOT OWN THIS SONG. IT IS ONLY FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES! NO COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT INTENDED. I AM IN NO WAY TRYING TO PROFIT ON THIS VIDEO OR COMPETING WITH THE ARTIST.

As One. – San Francisco 2007 YouTube Gathering

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“As One.” is a gathering of YouTubers of all ranks from around the world. Watch the video responses to this video to see it from different prospectives. Also, watch the interview on CNET: www.cnettv.com A Series of Interviews from The Daily Reel: thedailyreel.com SPECIAL THANKS…

Sonoma County Fair ‘Rolling Through The Bay’

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www.sonomacountyfair.com http www1.pressdemocrat.com Scott Weaver created this sculpture over thirty plus years entirely out of toothpicks. The sculpture’s first public appearance was at the 2008 Sonoma County Fair where it received the award for Best Of Show. It also became one of the most popular and talked about features of the entire fair. If you enjoyed this you may also enjoy Weaver’s Winter Wonderland www.youtube.com

You have a Sweet tooth? Head Over to San Francisco for Jelly Belly Candy Factory tour

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Before heading to the U.s. for holiday, Brits can be spoiled choice on where to go, as States offers so many different types of travel.


Hop town filled with pleasure vacation exploring the desert and desert areas located throughout the United States, chilled California vacation and exciting jaunts from Las Vegas, the country has everything.


And with so much on cheap accommodation across the United States, visitors on a low budget might still find America a brilliant place to head out for a holiday.


Something really take advantage of everything in the United States is available to stay in hostels in wide range of San Francisco and the city is a large metropolis to explore the States on a break from the hostel.


San Francisco – also known as, Bay – City is known for its hippy and chilled vibe to sensation, which might appeal to Brits looking for somewhere really relaxing for a few days.


Only a short drive from San Francisco is famous Jelly Belly jelly bean factory, which is certainly a must on vacations to the head to the fascinating plant ville.La for the chance to see exactly how the famous beans are made and pick up the very scented – snack that is said was former u.s. President Ronald Reagan choice snack bags.


The plant is Fairfield, which can be reached in about 45 minutes drive from San Francisco.


Visitors should certainly take advantage of regular visits at the factory, which are every 15 minutes and take just under a the end of the visit heure.Après, there is much to see at the factory, but those on a break in the United States may be tempted to head to their Inn San Francisco with a bag or two delicious beans.


Rare and abandoned flavours are available in store from the factory to ensure volume bean can pick their favorite single bag before to proceed to the bright lights of San Francisco.