Celadon
Located in the Historic Napa Mill in downtown Napa, Celadon has been a fixture for more than 20 years with award-winning service, which is why they are repeat winners of the Local’s Choice Award. Loyal patrons love its intimate dining room and courtyard just as much as they look forward to its lunch and dinner entrées. With a full bar to rival any mixologist’s concoction, Celadon has a regular following at its bar stools nightly.
Its team of expert chefs is led by Chef de Cuisine Federico Guillen, Sous Chef Rafael Aranda Martine, and is rounded out by their exceptional staff.
Owners and managers Joel and Tana Tavizon have kept up the exceptional reputation that Celadon has always been known for and Napa residents and tourists alike obviously agree since they are a Local’s Choice!
500 Main St., Ste G, Napa, CA, 94559
(707) 254-9690
celadonnapa.com
Edward Jones
Everyone needs a little advice from time to time, and that is what Ken Casper CFP® Financial Advisor specializes in. Since 2001, Ken has been working diligently to help individuals and businesses navigate their finances. Ken, his Branch Office Administrator Carla Williams, and Senior Branch Office Administrator Chris Simonson, provide their clients with great customer service.
Edward Jones has also been recognized nationally by J.D. Power and Associates in March 2019 as “Highest in Investor Satisfaction with Full-Service Brokerage Firms,” and won the prestigious President’s Award in 2016 for its commitment to excellence in customer service. In J.D. Power’s 40-year history, only 11 companies have received the award. In July 2018, Edward Jones ranked No. 5 on the “50 Companies that Care” by People Magazine. The honor recognizes outstanding companies that have succeeded in business while also demonstrating respect, compassion, and concern for their communities, their employees, and their environment. In the February 2019 Fortune Magazine issue, for the 20th year, Edward Jones was also named as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” in the magazine’s annual listing.
Sit down with Ken and learn why they have developed such a loyal group of clients.
555 First St., Benicia, CA, 94510
(707) 745-8133
edwardjones.com/ken-casper
Lafayette Art & Wine Festival
You’ll want to be in Lafayette on the weekend of September 26-27 for the 25th Anniversary of the Lafayette Art & Wine Festival! With 300+ booths that showcase fine artists and regional handmade arts and crafts, three kid zones, great wine, beer, and food, plus two days of continuous live entertainment across four stages (featuring more than 20 of the Bay Area’s best cover bands), there is something for everyone.
“Our goal is always to make what we hope is a great experience even better the next year, and your votes encourage us to work even harder to achieve that!” said the Lafayette Chamber’s Executive Director Jay Lifson. “We’re already hard at work on this year’s festival.” Much of the festival’s offerings are free, including access to all music stages and free admission and parking. Located in Downtown Lafayette, just steps away from BART, two blocks from Hwy. 24, and so close to bike trails that we host a bike valet! “The festival is a fundraiser that raises tens of thousands of dollars for our local schools and nonprofits,” Jay said. “It is staffed mostly by volunteers and supports the year-round programs of the Lafayette Chamber.” Please join us!
Mark your calendars for September 26 and 27 starting at 10 a.m. and ending at 7 p.m. on Saturday and 6 p.m. on Sunday in Downtown Lafayette.
Presented by the Lafayette Chamber of Commerce, 251 Lafayette Circle, Ste. 150, Lafayette, CA, 94549
(925) 284-7404
lafayettefestival.com
Napa Town and Country Fair
Once again, the Napa Town & Country Fair—the best “little” fair—has won our readers’ hearts!
Every year, the Napa Valley Exposition Grounds are transformed into a community fair that rivals the bigger county fairs nearby. Music, expositions, contests, food, carnival, 4H activities with one of the top-grossing livestock auctions in the state and more are what make this event such a success.
This year’s dates are from August 12th to the 16th. Mark your calendars now to not miss it!
For details, contact the Napa Valley Expo.
575 Third St., Napa, CA, 94559
(707) 253-4900 ext. 109
napavalleyexpo.com/town-and-country-fair.php
City of Benicia’s Tree Lighting
The Benicia Parks & Community Services Department are the people behind the Benicia Tree Lighting, and they are also doing more wonderful things all around the city of Benicia. They take care of the parks, put on great events throughout the year, oversee the community & aquatic centers, put on great programs for youth in the city, and more! “The Annual City of Benicia Tree Lighting continues to be a success due to the incredible teamwork and partnerships of all city departments and Benicia Main Street,” said Ann Dunleavy, Superintendent of Parks & Community Services. “The Tree Lighting and Holiday Merchant Open House are some of the most magical nights here in Benicia … it’s so much fun to see our community come together to celebrate the holiday season!” We’ve just had the tree lighting for 2019, so we have got some time to go before getting to this year’s event but set a reminder now just in case.
C/O Benicia Parks & Community Services, 370 East L St., Benicia, CA, 94510
(707) 746-4285
ci.benicia.ca.us/pcs
Eagle Vines Golf Course
Eagle Vines Vineyard and Golf Club is your premier golf destination in the Napa Valley. Discover one of the best-hidden gems as you venture through the 18-hole course while surrounded by the beauty of Napa’s scenic rolling hills. Brilliantly crafted by world-renowned Hall of Fame golfer Johnny Miller, this par-72 course is not only challenging, but also a stimulating way to indulge your senses in the Napa Valley. Over the past year, all 53 bunkers on the course were renovated for well over $300,000––and have received great reviews.
The Bar & Grill at Eagle Vines is the perfect “19th hole” for golfers and non-golfers alike. In the two years she has been with Eagle Vines Bar & Grill Executive Chef Kadriye Baspehlivan has not only brought with her years of experience in the culinary industry, but also a whole new palette of tastes inspired by her Mediterranean cuisine background. The restaurant is also complemented by a full bar that serves golf favorites such as Arnold Palmers, Bloody Marys, as well as their own estate wine (Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve, Chardonnay, Chardonnay Reserve and Sauvignon Blanc)—all can be purchased in the restaurant.
In addition to golf, weddings and special occasions are celebrated elegantly, and in spectacular fashion, on the property in their Grande Pavilion facility, open from April to October.
Come visit Eagle Vines Golf Club and learn why our readers have voted them the Local’s Choice Award winner for the fifth straight time!
580 South Kelly Rd., American Canyon, CA, 94503
(707) 257-4470 ext. 1155
eaglevinesgolfclub.com
Blue Rock Springs Golf Course
Blue Rock Springs Golf Club has been a part of Vallejo’s history for over 75 years, entertaining millions with its 36-hole layout and panoramic views of the Bay Area and the city’s beautiful open space. The club opened in 1941, and its courses have undergone occasional redesigns or additions over the years. It’s currently composed of 225 acres and two 18-hole courses that are referred to as the “East Course” and the “West Course,” based upon which side of Columbus Parkway that they are on (the East Course was added in 1993).
The past year brought several improvements to the clubhouse: upgrades to the event space, renovations to the bunkers on the course, and Café Rock were also remodeled! All those improvements to the property have brought great feedback from guests and even happier golfers. Set up a tee time today and learn why the “rock” is still a favorite of our readers and is once again one of this year’s Local’s Choice Awards winner.
655 Columbus Pkwy., Vallejo, CA, 94591
(707) 642-0247
bluerockspringsgolf.com
Body Love Café
Functional Medicine is a cutting-edge approach to health care that combines modern scientific research and clinical wisdom to get to the ROOT CAUSE of the chronic illnesses so many of us face. This includes thyroid health, sleep issues, stress, weight issues, hormone imbalances, gut health, blood sugar dysregulation, brain fog, mood disorders, chronic pain and more—it’s a whole-body, holistic health approach.
At Body Love Cafe you’ll find a team of practitioners that works collaboratively including doctors, body workers, and health coaches. Their menu of services includes Functional Medicine, nutrition, Chinese Medicine, physical therapy, chiropractic, acupuncture, therapeutic massage, reposturing, non-invasive allergy care, holistic fertility, energy medicine & emotional wellness, pelvic floor therapy, weight loss programs and more.
All their practitioners are not just tending to symptoms, but looking “upstream” and asking, “Why is this happening?” Each practitioner works to initiate change at the source of the problem, employing a wide variety of western and eastern techniques. Their holistic model looks at the physical body along with mind, emotion and spirit components.
They are committed to educating the public on “how” their body works so they may feel empowered in their health and have more productive conversations with all their health care providers. To that end, they offer free classes and a free weight loss plus hormone-balancing challenge a few times a year. While most clinics charge $1,000 for this service, they provide it for free and include meal plans and optional weigh-ins and support group meetings.
Visit bodylovecafe.com to learn additional information about Functional Medicine, the BLC Team, and our diverse menu of services!
3093 Citrus Circle Ste 125, Walnut Creek, CA, 94598
(925) 788-6300
bodylovecafe.com
