MUST-SEE PLACE:
There are lots of things to see—hard
to pick one—but I'd say the vineyards
of the Alexander Valley are definitely
worth a visit and also Bodega Bay
(Hitchcock's The Birds) at the coast.
FAVORITE SHOP:
The Barlow marketplace in downtown
Sebastopol is a great collection of
small boutiques, local breweries and
restaurants.
FAVORITE RESTAURANT:
The Underwood Bar and Bistro in Gra-
ton is definitely worth a visit. It's a
hopping place serving cocktails & up-
scale cuisine like duck confit, salmon
& oysters.
PLACE TO SEE BY NIGHT:
Nightlife is best found in the city. San
Francisco is a quick trip away and
there are tons of things to keep one
occupied.
BEST DAY TRIP:
Start in Peta-
luma for break-
fast, then a drive
out through the
farmland to Bo-
dega Bay and
a trip along the
north coast is
well worth the
drive.
FAVORITE
NEIGHBORHOOD:
Downtown Petaluma made famous
by George Lucas's American Graffiti
has great shops, beautiful Victorian
architecture and some great res-
taurants. Sebastopol is much more
eclectic and playful.
FAVORITE LOCAL ARTIST:
Patrick Amiot does wonderful "junk
art"—sculptures made from found
and repurposed objects.
Jof's Private Tour
BEST BAR/CLUB:
Hopmonk Tavern has locations in Se-
bastopol and Novato—great live mu-
sic, drinks and food. They are serious
about their craft beer and music!
BEST PLACE TO HEAR MUSIC:
Hopmonk Tavern!
BEST VANTAGE POINT/SCENIC VIEW:
Bodega Head in Bodega Bay.
