A new California law requires most store‑bought corn tortillas and masa products to be fortified with folic acid starting next week, with small bakers exempted. Officials say the aim is to reduce neural‑tube birth defects.

Cobb Wines opened its first tasting room in Healdsburg as it celebrates its 25th year, aiming to support sales and offer an accessible location to customers.

Chef Rob Larman is closing il Fuoco on Jan. 1 after a decade; he cited rising costs and a shrinking customer base. The pizzeria will serve through Dec. 31.

After months of permits and upgrades, Papermill Creek Saloon cleared county inspections and its new owner aims to have beer flowing by New Year's Eve. Live music will follow and a grand reopening is planned for January or February.

After 61 years, Rio Vista’s Point announced it will close; owners blamed failed lease talks and high costs as the property is listed for sale.

Pick's Roadside will reopen in mid‑January, preserving classic burgers and shakes while adding Wagyu upgrades and a curated drinks program.

Bob Costarella’s Red Eye Barbecue is smoking Central Texas–style ribs and beef cheek at a Saturday pop‑up in Santa Rosa’s Roseland. Preorders close Thursday at 5 p.m.

Elizabeth Olsen told the 'Last Meals' show she lives in Sonoma and named Valley's spicy XO eggs as a favorite, sending local interest to the Plaza spot.

Oxbow Cheese & Wine Merchant will leave Oxbow Public Market on Dec. 31, 2025. Owner Peter Granoff says he’ll refocus on the Ferry Building and a new cheese concept next spring.

La Cheve owner Cinthya Cisneros has opened Con Amor Botanas y Tequila on Main Street, pairing remixed La Cheve dishes with a tequila-forward bar and local murals.

Michelin plans to start awarding one‑to‑three “grapes” to wineries in 2026. Napa and Sonoma producers could face fresh market pressure and new attention.

El Tucan Tacos and Beer has opened on the San Rafael waterfront, bringing charbroiled Tijuana‑style tacos, new seafood tacos and eight local beers on tap. The former Pier 15 space now seats roughly 120 indoors and out.

Fieldwork Brewing opened its first Sonoma County taproom at Montgomery Village in Santa Rosa, pairing rotating drafts with pizzas and non‑alcoholic options.