March 6
NAPA VALLEY MARATHON & HALF MARATHON
Lace up your shoes and join Napa Valley’s annual race weekend experience. Enjoy beautiful, fast, scenic courses that pass by budding vineyards bursting with bright yellow mustard flowers in early spring. Cool temperatures and flat conditions make this course perfect for any level. The marathon starts in Calistoga on the Silverado Trail. The half marathon begins at Conn Creek Winery. Both end at Vintage High School in Napa. Register now as tickets sell out in January. For more information: www.napavalleymarathon.org March 29-31
YOUNTVILLE LIVE!
Yountville Live is the ultimate, threeday, luxury getaway festival, featuring exclusive performances from some of today’s hottest recording artists, exquisite cuisines from world-class restaurants and award-winning chefs, and a unique variety of Napa Valley’s most celebrated wineries and the finest beers and spirits available. This super-luxe weekend is the perfect combination of premium entertainment and epicurean experiences with all of the luxury and sophistication that Napa Valley has to offer for guests who appreciate the art of living well through discovery and exploration. For more information: www.yountvillelive.com
Inside Track
What the Locals are Doing Azzurro Pizzeria e Enoteca Consistently ranked in the Top three places for pizza in the annual Napa Valley Life “Best of Napa Valley” Reader’s Choice Awards, Azzurro Pizza is an all-time local favorite for wood-fired pizza, pasta, salads, and Manciatas (salad served on pizza crust). Beers and wines are all locally produced and during happy hour (Tues-Thur between 4-6 pm) they’re offered for $2 off when ordered by the glass. //
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1260 MAIN ST., NAPA • WWW.AZZURROPIZZERIA.COM
Il Posto Trattoria Il Posto’s Founders Justin Graffigna and Arik Housley opened Il Posto with friends and family in mind. Combining a comfort-food-based menu comprised of family recipes, local wines, and intimate surroundings makes this little neighborhood trattoria one of North Napa’s local favorites. Happy Hour is offered every day from 3:30- 5:30 pm with special prices on beer, house wines, and specialty cocktails along with a mouth-watering Antipasti menu. // 4211 SOLANO AVE., NAPA • WWW.ILPOSTONAPA.COM
Lane 33 Café Conspicuously located inside the Napa Bowling Center, Lane 33 Café is one of Napa’s hidden culinary treasures. The 1950’s retro-themed diner serves up a dual-themed “American diner meets nouveau Mexican” menu. In-theknow locals know Chef/Owner Alex Soto’s handmade tacos (which sell for $3-$4), tortas and burritos are some of the best in Napa. Save room for whimsical pastries and desserts made by local chef Mercedes Stahlberger. Open M, T, Th-Sat from 11-9, Wed 11-8 and Sun 11-7. //
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494 SOSCOL AVE., NAPA
April 2
28TH ANNUAL TASTE OF YOUNTVILLE
Celebrate the best food, wine, and music in the heart of Napa Valley’s “culinary capital,” Yountville, California. An epic combination of dozens of restaurants and wineries are paired with performances from well-known, celebrated musicians and emerging artists throughout the day. Tickets include access to food and wine tastings, craft cocktails, and performances throughout the event. Sample bites from renowned restaurants and celebrity chefs; Learn new culinary skills at chef demonstrations from some of the best in the country, and taste worldclass wines. For tickets and more information: www.yountville.com
Grace’s Table As one of Napa’s recognized ‘Michelin Bib Gourmand’ restaurants, Grace’s Table is regaled for its global EuroSouth American comfort food served in an open-air bistro style setting. Open for lunch and dinner, it’s also one of Napa’s few restaurants that offers brunch all day/every day and a primo location for locals to gather and dine in a social or business setting. // 1400 SECOND ST., NAPA • WWW.GRACESTABLE.NET
Norman Rose Tavern Known as one of Napa Valley’s favorite neighborhood pubs, Norman Rose is a locals’ mecca to catch up with friends, catch a ball game and grab some gourmet grub. The drink menu includes creative cocktails, an extensive beer selection featuring many North Coast microbreweries and a wine list with 100% local labels. When Bay Area teams are playing, get there early to snag a coveted bar seat. // 1401 FIRST ST., NAPA • WWW.NORMANROSENAPA.COM
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