
Heather Irwin
Dining Editor at The Press Democrat
Dining Editor at Sonoma Magazine
Food, restaurants, dining and mayhem in Sonoma, Napa and the Bay Area. Weekly column in the Press Democrat.
Articles
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1 week ago |
sonomamag.com | Heather Irwin
When you know, you know. Sushi Kosho is officially the best sushi in Sonoma County. Now, I don’t say this lightly, because sushi is a lifestyle choice for me — not just a meal. It’s about the warm (hand temperature), perfectly seasoned rice, pristine fish and just-so preparation.
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2 weeks ago |
sonomamag.com | Heather Irwin
Eight of Sonoma County’s top mobile eateries will compete for the ultimate cheap eats title at the inaugural “Clash of the Cuisines,” taking place Saturday at Old Caz Beer in Rohnert Park. Participating vendors include Bayou On The Bay, Galvan’s Eatery, Gerard’s Paella, Lunch Box, Mamadio’s Cheesesteaks, Shokakko Asian Street Food, The Spot and Warpigs Craft Kitchen. Each will debut original dishes in two pricing categories: under $14 and under $8.
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2 weeks ago |
northbaybusinessjournal.com | Heather Irwin
Former Disney Studios president Rich Frank and partner John Hansen have taken full ownership of the iconic Bottega Napa Valley, continuing chef Michael Chiarello’s legacy.
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2 weeks ago |
pressdemocrat.com | Heather Irwin
A beloved Napa Valley culinary institution is entering a new chapter. Rich Frank and John Hansen, longtime friends and business partners of the late celebrity chef Michael Chiarello, have assumed full ownership and management of Bottega Napa Valley, the Italian-inspired restaurant in Yountville that has become a fixture of the Napa dining scene since its opening in 2008.
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2 weeks ago |
sacbee.com | Heather Irwin
Sonoma Coast restaurants often walk a fine line, balancing culinary creativity with tourist expectations. Many visitors come seeking the coastal classics: clam chowder, fish and chips, oysters and Dungeness crab - and, of course, a burger for the kids. That's why Terrapin Creek in Bodega Bay encourages first-time guests to peruse the menu before being seated. "They expect fish and chips, and (if we don't have it), they just get up and leave.
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Here in #WineCountry, no one knows the dining scene better than @biteclubeats. A great list of 2023 gotta-do resolutions from Heather Irwin. It's the best foodie market I've ever worked in & Heather knows all the right moves. https://t.co/RnjgXc4ouw

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@biteclubeats Love your food reviews in Dem!!!!!! Whats up with the Kentukian Steakhouse and the old fish and chips restaurant in Downtown Petaluma?