Kary Hess
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River Revelry: Party with Friends at the Sunset Fandango fundraiser
There are plenty of ways to throw a fundraiser, but Friends of the Petaluma River (an educational organization dedicated to the conservation of the Petaluma River) has always had a memorable approach: put people outside, next to the water, serve them good food, and let the river inspire them. That’s the idea behind Sunset Fandango,…
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Royal Treatment: Pennyroyal Handcrafts Heirloom Leather Handbags
Jennifer Conner founded Pennyroyal after deciding to make the handbag she couldn’t find—one built with exceptional materials, thoughtful design, and lasting craftsmanship. But she didn’t initially set out to become a handbag designer. In fact, the first bag she made came about from a simple favor. “The first time I worked with leather, my mother-in-law…
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Savor the Season
LISTEN NOW (16 mins): What does it really mean to eat seasonally in Sonoma County—and why does it matter now more than ever? In this episode, publisher Daedalus Howell sits down with food and hospitality authority Clark Wolf for a wide-ranging conversation about the rhythms of Wine Country, from early wine grape harvests and Gravenstein apples to the farmers,…
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A New Kind of Harvest: FlyDog Farm blends regenerative agriculture, biodiversity, and community-supported farming
Last week I drove out to Healdsburg on a beautiful morning, took a left and meandered through the vineyards and trees to visit a new community supported agriculture (CSA) farm I’d heard about. When I arrived at FlyDog Farm, I was taken on an enthusiastic tour of the farm by the founders, Grace Lucero and…
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A Serving of Cyclospora
LISTEN NOW (8 mins):Is your salad safe to eat? It depends… In this episode of the Made Local Magazine Podcast, restaurant consultant Clark Wolf shares his insights on the recent cyclospora outbreak with our publisher, Daedalus Howell and how keeping one’s food purchases local can help you avoid it.
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Olive Me: Gold Ridge Organic Farms’ New Olive Oil Collection Celebrates Sonoma
There are pantry staples, and then there are your everyday go-to’s that you keep within easy reach on the kitchen counter. Gold Ridge Organic Farms’ new With Love From Sonoma County collection are the latter. The award-winning organic extra virgin olive oils are paired with original label art inspired by the colors and character of…
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Magic in the Making: Painter and Magic Shop Studios Founder Jennifer Mygatt Tatum shares Why Sonoma County’s Art Scene Is Having a Moment
Kary Hess: Petaluma has developed a vibrant community of artist-run galleries and studios over the past several years. What makes The WTRSHD building and the Magic Shop Studios unique places for artists and audiences? What do you think is happening here that feels different from a decade ago? Jennifer Mygatt Tatum: The WTRSHD building…
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Where Creativity Converges: Four Art Exhibits at WTRSHD Showcase Petaluma’s Emerging Arts Scene
On any given weekend, art lovers can find inspiring exhibitions throughout Sonoma County, but it’s rare to experience four distinct shows under one roof. On Saturday, July 11 from 4 to 7 pm, the WTRSHD building in Petaluma becomes just that kind of destination, transforming its collection of independent galleries and studios into a snapshot…
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SoCo Fundación de la Voz de los Viñedos Cultivates Next Generation of Leaders
Behind every bottle of Sonoma County wine is a team of people whose work rarely makes the label. They prune vines on foggy mornings, monitor vineyards through the heat of summer, and guide each growing season toward harvest. Their knowledge is built over years—often decades—spent working the same land. The Sonoma County Fundación de la…
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Our New Podcast is LIVE! Sonoma’s (Apple) Core Values
LISTEN NOW (14 mins.) Introducing the new Made Local podcast! The podcast reflecting the business of the food and culture of Sonoma County will come out every weekend. Subscribe to our newsletter to have it arrive in your inbox each week. In our first episode, Clark Wolf and Daedalus Howell discuss Sonoma County’s coming Gold Ridge Organic Farms Apple…