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Sonoma's 20th Annual Salute to the Arts
Celebrates the 1920s with the Bounty of Sonoma County

The Menu

Restaurants, Caterers and Food Purveyors Who Participated in Salute to the Arts 2004

This is who participated in 2004 - for a taste of whats to come! Watch for listings of 2005 participants during the month of July.


Angelo's Meats & Angelo's Wine Country Deli
Salute Celebration
Angelo's famous turkey fillet
Famous for homemade sausage and homemade beef jerky.
2700 Adobe Road · Petaluma
23400 Arnold Drive · Sonoma
707.763.9586 · 707.938.3688

Ben & Jerry's
Saturday & Sunday
Ice cream, frozen yogurt and sorbet
Vermont's finest all-natural ice cream, frozen yogurt, and sorbets.
1299 Napa Town Center · Napa
707.253.0484
www.benjerry.com

Carneros Restaurant at The Lodge at Sonoma
Saturday & Sunday
Rosato de sangiovese granita with biscott
At Carneros Restaurant, their goal is to provide their guests cuisine with integrity. They know if you start with the best ingredients, you can let them speak for themselves.
1325 Broadway · Sonoma
707.931.2042
www.thelodgeatsonoma.com

Cucina Viansa
Saturday & Sunday
Stunning Cuicina Viansa selections from Chef Jason Trastrup
Across from Mission San Francisco Solano de Sonoma, Cucina Viansa presents sublime regional Italian dishes, premium Viansa wines, and impeccable service. Il Centro, Sonoma's most intimate dining space, is one of Cuicina Viansa's unique amenities. Cucina Viansa has been growing with Sonoma for 8 years.
400 First Street East · Sonoma
707.935.5656
www.cucinaviansa.com

Della Santina's Trattoria
Salute Celebration; Saturday
Specialties from the Tuscan region of Italy
Della Santina's has been serving Tuscan meals for thirteen years, specializing in the food of Tuscany with an emphasis on freshness and simplicity.
133 East Napa Street · Sonoma
707.935.0576

Doce Lunas Restaurant & Antiques
Saturday & Sunday
Sticky toffee pudding; Chinese Chicken Salad
Family run restaurant and antique store in the small town garden plaza of Kenwood. Worldly rustic cuisine.
8910 Sonoma Highway
Kenwood · 707.833.4000

The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa - Big 3 Diner
Saturday & Sunday
Watermelon lemonade; Grilled chicken southwestern salad
Serving the community for over 50 years, the Big 3 is a locals favorite! Don't miss the famous lemon pancakes or their featured lemonade of the day.
Highway 12 and Boyes Blvd. · Sonoma · 707.938.9000
www.fairmont.com/sonoma

The Filling Station
Salute Celebration; Saturday & Sunday
Slow roasted pulled pork
wih tangy barbecue sauce, served with cole slaw Step back in time for an authenic fill-up of retro-style- all-American-fare.
18709 Arnold Drive · Sonoma
707.939.FULL (3855)

Galaxy Desserts
Saturday & Sunday
Individual mousse cakes; cheesecakes; tarts
Galaxy Desserts offers the best selection of all-natural, handcrafted, individual gourmet desserts.
40 Golden Gate Drive
San Rafael · 415.459.3537
www.galaxydesserts.com

The General's Daughter
Saturday & Sunday
Chilled Thai avocado gazpacho
Built in 1864 for General Vallejo's daughter Natalia, the renovated Victorian is once again host for the discriminating diner. Organically grown local produce, fresh meats and fish, along with Sonoma cheeses are the basis of the dishes emerging from Chef Joe Vitale's kitchen.
400 West Spain Street · Sonoma 707.938.4004
www.thegeneralsdaughter.com

Guest Chef Jim DeJoy
Salute Celebration
Jim takes time out every year from his duties at The Culinary Institute of America to return to his hometown and serve his timeless specialties at The Salute Celebration. Always a hit!

Heart's Desire Chocolates
Wine infused truffles; Chocolate dipped fresh fruit
Delicious hand-crafted chocolates made fresh everyday...wine-infused truffles, homemade fudge, fresh dipped fruit, caramel and toffee. Custom orders happily accepted.
2 Padre Parkway #301
Rohnert Park 707.586.2266
www.heartsdesirechocolates.com

Hog Island Oyster Co.
Saturday & Sunday
BBQ and raw oysters
Located on Tomales Bay in the town of Marshall. Open Wednesday through Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Very public facility, picnic on the bay, catered oyster bars.
P. O. Box 829 · Marshall
415.663.9218
www.hogislandoyster.com

Jelly Fish Grille at Sheraton Petlauma
Salute Celebration, Saturday & Sunday
Saturday: Honey & Meyer Lemon seared steelhead, fennel, bermuda onion and mandarin orange relish
Sunday: CK braised lamb confit, Merlot reduction and Petaluma mushroom polenta
The Four Star Jellyfish Grille offers an exquisite dining experience; complemented by an award-winning wine list featuring local wines. Executive Chef Wayne Van Akin and his staff use the freshest Sonoma County products for its famed Wine Country Cuisine. Located at the Sheraton Sonoma County on the Petaluma Marina.
745 Baywood · Petaluma
707.283.2900
www.sheratonpetaluma.com

John Ash & Co.
Salute Celebration
Porcini Mars Capone Ravioli served with porcini Cream Sauce with Shaved Dry Jack Cheese
Surrounded by 90 acres of vineyards, John Ash & Co. has long been regarded as a favorite restaurant destination featuring wine country cuisine. Executive Chef Jeffrey Madura creates seasonal cuisine from the freshest ingredients of local purveyors.
4330 Barnes Road · Santa Rosa
707.575.7350

La Casa Restaurant & Bar Inc. - La Casa Foods Co., Inc.
Saturday & Sunday
Carne asada tacos topped with fresh salsa fresca and other Mexican dishes
La Casa Restaurant opened its doors in 1967 and is still considered “Sonoma Valley's favorite Mexican restaurant” by locals and tourists alike. La Casa serves traditional and regional Mexican specialties.
121 East Spain Street · Sonoma
707.996.3406
www.lacasarestaurant.com

La Poste
Salute Celebration
Chocolate mousse
A tiny gem of a restaurant that has wowed critics since opening in October, 2002, La Poste has been touted as one of the “Ten Top New Bistros in North America” by Food & Wine. Bon Appetite and a myriad of regional publications have also given the bistro impressive ratings. Noted food writer Michele Anna Jordan wrote in the San Francisco Chronicle, “If I'm dreaming, I don't want to wake up.” The intimate Parisian-style bistro has 26 seats ensconced in an intimate, beautifully designed space and features a 20 seat patio.
599 Broadway · Sonoma
707.939.3663

Marin French Cheese Company
Saturday & Sunday
Snooty Dogs & Burgers smothered in Marin French Specialty Cheeses
Since 1865 for “140 years”, Marin French Cheese has produced European style cheese the American way: Brie, Camenbert, Bleu, Wine Cheese, and other artisan specialties. Marin French Cheese is the winner of America's most prestigious award in the soft cheese category. Stop by for a picnic and a tour.
7500 Red Hill Road · Petaluma
707.762.6001
www.marinfrenchcheese.com

Mary's Pizza Shack
Saturday & Sunday
Pizza by the slice; sodas and water
Mary's Pizza Shack is a family-run, full service restaurant serving homemade Italian food since 1959. Mary's Pizza Shack operates 15 locations, based on Mary Fazio's original recipes, quality food and passion. Mary's Pizza Shack serves a variety of homemade Italian food including pizza, pasta, sandwiches, soups, salads, breadsticks, appetizers and desserts.
8 West Spain Street · Sonoma · 707.938.8300
18636 Sonoma Highway · Boyes Hot Springs · 707.938.3600
www.maryspizzashack.com

Piatti Restaurant
Salute Celebration; Saturday & Sunday
Lemon Ravioli; Mixed Crostini
Located in the historic El Dorado Hotel, Piatti features regional Italian cuisine specialties from its wood burning oven and rotisserie, and a wide assortment of pastas. The country Italian dining room opens onto a sunlit patio.
405 First Street West · Sonoma
707.996.2351
www.piatti.com

Pizzeria Capri
Saturday & Sunday
Salad; pizza; pasta
Located one mile from the Plaza. Over 30 varieties of pizzas and calzones, a large selection of pastas, sandwiches, soups, salads, beer, wine, and espresso bar. Featuring 100 seats inside and outside, as well as take-out.
1266 Broadway · Sonoma
707.935.6805

The Plaza Bistro
Saturday & Sunday
Cold smoked beef with horseradish and chive cream fraiche
Situated in a landmark building with a long and colorful history, The Plaza Bistro opened for business in April, 2002. A place where you go to relax and delight in the taste of delectable cuisine, fine wines, and an indisputably convivial atmosphere.
420 First Street East · Sonoma
707.996.4466

Preferred Sonoma Caterers
Saturday & Sunday
Raspberry lemonade; dark chocolate sour cherry oatmeal cookie; white chocolate walnut cookie; blackened salmon taco with mango salad.
Preferred Sonoma Caterers is a full service catering and event planning company located on Kentucky Street in Historic downtown Petaluma. Providing friendly staff to plan your perfect event with a menu tailored just for you is their definition of quality service.
23 Kentucky Street
Petaluma · 707.769.7208
www.sonomacaterers.com

Ramekins Culinary School
Saturday & Sunday
Sesame noodles with peanut sauce and crispy vegetables
Ramekins Culinary School was created for the home cook of all levels, from amateur to aficionado. Great chefs and great food from all over the world await you.
450 West Spain Street · Sonoma
707.933.0450
www.ramekins.com

Saddles Steakhouse at MacArthur Place
Saturday & Sunday
Grilled prime flat iron steak sandwitch with three onion marmalade served on a sourdough roll
Saddles is Sonoma's premier steakhouse, specializing in steaks, chops, and fresh seafood located at Broadway and MacArthur streets at MacArthrur Place Hotel and Spa.
29 East MacArthur Street · Sonoma
707.933.3191
www.macarthurplace.com

The Schellville Grille
Salute Celebration
Mexican achote chicken
The Schellville Grille is owned and operated by Sonoma's very own star chef Matthew Nagan. “The locals are loving The Schellville Grille.” The food is fantastic, served in the ‘historic shack',” as Sunset Magazine stated.
22900 Broadway · Sonoma
707.996.5151

Silverado Brewing Company
Saturday & Sunday
Niemen Ranch burgers with your choice of Sonoma Cheese Factory cheese
The restaurant is in Napa Valley, approximately 2 miles north of downtown St. Helena on your way to Calistoga. The historic Freemark Abbey Winery Building just off Hwy 29 is the picturesque setting for this unique dining and entertainment experience. We are located in the very heart of Napa Valley. Come and join us for a great meal, great ales and lagers, and our live entertainment. Ask about our home-brewed Rootbeer and Cream Soda!
3020-A North St. Helena Hwy · St Helena
707.967.9876
www.silveradobrewingcompany.com

Sonoma-Meritâge Restaurant & Oyster Bar
Salute Celebration
To be announced
Located just steps off the Plaza, Sonoma-Meritâge Restaurant features Southern French/Northern Italian cuisine. Raw oyster bar, garden patio, and private dining rooms. Owner/Executive Chef Carlo Cavallo is a Super Salute to the Arts supporter!
West Napa Street · Sonoma
707.938.9430
www.sonomameritage.com

Sonoma Sausage
Saturday & Sunday
Three kinds of sausage on a bun; hot dogs; corndogs
Sonoma Sausage has been recognized by the likes of Julia Child and Herb Caen for its outstanding quality; and visitors from around the globe hail Sonoma Sausage as the very best.
414 First Street East · Sonoma
707.938.1215
www.sonomasausage.com

Sonoma Saveurs
Salute Celebration; Saturday & Sunday
Mousse de Foie Gras - foie gras, shallots, red wine, salt and pepper
Sonoma Saveurs offers guests a pleasurable culinary experience through the tasting of delicious “saveurs” (flavors) in a historical setting on The Square in Sonoma. At the bistro, people may sample their delicious grilled Duck Burgers, charcuterie plate and rotisserie chicken in the Provençal interior or outdoor garden patio.
487 First Street West · Sonoma
707.996.7007 www.sonomasaveurs.com

Swiss Hotel
Saturday & Sunday
Italian sausage sandwiches - hot or mild
Modern renditions of classic Italian dishes and California cuisine. Garden patio for outdoor dining day or night. Full bar. California Historical Landmark #496.
18 West Spain Street · Sonoma
707.938.2884

Taste of the Himalayas
Saturday & Sunday
Samosa - Crisp patties stuffed with potatoes and green peas, served with mint sauce
Taste of the Himalayas is the one and only Nepali or Indian restaurant in Sonoma. No other restaurant serves food like this!
464 First Street East · Sonoma
707.996.1161

Uncle Bill's Gourmet Corn Dogs
Saturday & Sunday
Corn Dogs; Cajun Corn Dogs; Pepsi; bottled water; cotton candy
Uncle Bill's Gourmet Corn Dogs has been in business for 17 years. Traveling all over California putting smiles on peoples faces at various street festivals some of which include Gilroy Garlic Festival, San Leandro Cherry Festival, Sebastopol Apple Blossom Festival and the world-famous Kenwood Championship Pillow Fights.
P.O. Box 3 · El Verano
707.996.1857

Wild Thyme Events
Salute Celebration
Assorted minature cookies
Sonoma regional specialist catering to the Bay Area. From full service fine dining to box lunches. Home of Club Rive Gauche.
19030 Railroad Avenue
El Verano · 707.996.0900
www.wildthymeevents.com

Wolf House Restaurant
Salute Celebration; Saturday & Sunday
Smoky pulled pork sandwiches with Sierra Nevada slaw, crispy onion strings, Wolf House BBQ sauce; and more!
At Wolf House Restaurant, Executive Chef Ryan Fox has created an ever changing menu of “Sonoma Valley Cuisine” featuring the best of local farms, orchards, and ocean.
13740 Arnold Drive
Glen Ellen · 707.996.4401


Sonoma Salute to the Arts would not exist were it not for the continuing support of restaurants and wineries, all of whom are solicited every day to serve up their products to benefit good causes. We invite you to recognize their generosity and to make these restaurants and wineries your first choices when dining out or purchasing wine. Our growing list of sponsors has also allowed Salute to the Arts to blossom.

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