Restaurants in Healdsburg

When lifelong friends Chris Medlock James and Ames Morison arrived at the rolling pastures and manzanita trees of Bell Mountain Vineyard—heralded as a “near definition of utopia” by Food & Wine magazine—they knew instantly that this was the spot. The pair came to the decision after two years of scouring Sonoma County for the ideal property to start their own wine estate on—that was in 1998. Today, Chris and Ames have their grape-emblazoned flag firmly planted in Sonoma County's wine culture. They've done so by using a completely holistic approach to winemaking—one they believe reflects the beauty of their land and that relies solely on organic farming and solar power. Their philosophy even carries over to their method of pest control, which uses corridors instead of high fences, allowing nuisance animals such as wild pigs and deer to pass through certain spots in the vineyard without harming the fruit, the guests, or themselves. In the same nature-loving vein, Chris and Ames rely on barn owls and hawks to hunt rodents.

With 320 total acres at its disposal, Medlock Ames takes up only 56 with vineyards, leaving the rest for oaks and flowers to grow freely. Upon this portion of the land, Chris and Ames begin their small-production process, which continues inside their custom-built winery with gentle gravity-flow techniques and natural yeast fermentation. The process yields a wide range of high-quality artisan wines, from chardonnay and sauvignon blanc to merlot and cabernet sauvignon. The duo makes the fruits of their labor available in their nearby tasting room, as well as during wine-tasting experiences and tours of their production facility at Bell Mountain Ranch, available for Wine Club members only.

To enliven the local, organic produce that fills his kitchen, Chef Vinay Patel welcomes monthly shipments of spices from India, such as turmeric, fenugreek, ginger, and cardamom. After seasoning his meats, he lowers them into a clay tandoor to cook over handpicked, hardwood mesquite charcoal. For all the effort that goes into each chicken dish, curry, and biryani, the Bohemian has awarded Sizzling Tandoor Indian Restaurant its Best Indian award for 22 years running.

The dishes sprawl from traditional entrees to Northern and Southern Indian specialties and Indo-Chinese fusion dishes. Chefs also tandoor-fire nearly a dozen types of bread, including naan, paratha, and gluten-free and vegan missi roti to sop up sauces. Rather than placing a miniature fire extinguisher at each table, chefs calibrate each dish's spiciness from mild to hot.

As diners expand the depth of their palate, an Indian ambiance envelops their body. At the Santa Rosa location, live belly dancers charm and entertain on Friday and Saturday night, and live musicians stop by for events such as Samosas and Sitar. While watching, guests can nurse Indian beers and specialty cocktails including the Sizzling Sunset, which ups the ante of traditional mango lassi with vodka.

Property Location
With a stay at Timber Cove Inn in Jenner, you'll be by the ocean and close to Fort Ross. This hotel is within the vicinity of Hauser Bridge and Sentinel Rock.

Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 49 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations and flat-panel televisions. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, and rollaway/extra beds can be requested.

Rec, Spa, Premium Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness facility, or other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access and gift shops/newsstands.

Dining
Grab a bite to eat at the hotel's restaurant, which features a bar, or stay in and take advantage of room service (during limited hours). At the end of the day, relax with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge.

Business, Other Amenities
Free self parking is available onsite.

HOTEL INN/CHALETYEAR BUILT 1881 YEAR REMODELED 2008ADDITIONAL PROPERTY DESCRIPTION MADRONA MANOR IS A WORLD CLASS DESTINATION FOR GUESTS SEEKING GRACIOUS SERVICE AND LUXURIOUS ACCOMMODATIONS IN THE HEART OF SONOMAS WINE COUNTRY. NESTLED IN THE HILLS ABOVE THE DRY CREEK VALLEY, MADRONA MANOR IS AN EXCEPTIONALLY LOVELY PRIVATE VICTORIAN ESTATE SURROUNDED BY EIGHT ACRES OF WOODED AND LANDSCAPED GROUNDS. THE MANSION, BUILT IN 1881, HAS BEEN A DESTINATION FOR DISCERNING GUESTS SEEKING A STAY IN THE WINE COUNTRY OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA SINCE 1981. WITH 17 LUXURIOUSLY APPOINTED GUESTROOMS AND 5 SUITES, A MICHELIN ONE STAR RESTAURANT ON SITE, BEAUTIFULLY MANICURED GARDENS, A HEATED POOL, AND CONVENIENT ACCESS TO CALIFORNIAS BEST WINERIES, MADRONA MANOR EASILY BECOMES ONES HOME AWAY FROM HOME WHILE TOURING SONOMA AND NAPA.