Welcome to like a local, our series where travelers share their ideal long weekends. This time, Tesa shows how to do Sonoma -ven, food, and how to have fun – in towing with children.

Sonoma, known as “Slow-Noma” by locals, provides an attractive, laid-back speed that is perfect for a comfortable weekend trip. While alcohol country is usually not known as a family destination, after spending time with two children, I have felt that Sonoma can enjoy (and need) of Sonoma. This is one of our homes when we meet America, and a place we never get tired of finding. Although Sonoma is a small city of around 11,000, it offers famous food and alcohol while being down-to-Earth and informal.

where to stay

From five star resorts to more affordable options, there is a range of houses. In Sonoma Dog is located and easily located. However, with families, we usually enjoy living in a house. For my sister’s wedding, we rented This airbnbWhich is the right place right next to the plaza, where you need anything, which is within a walk away. We have also enjoyed This propertyWhich is more suitable for a large group. It is in a peaceful, woody setting outside the city and is a large fence-in yard, which allows parents to relax, while the babies roam free.

Where to eat

There is no shortage of incredible eateries in Sonoma; We usually mix food with Techway to enjoy eating outside. We usually start our day with a coffee (or mocha) Baker and cook– Place for our breakfast and pastry. Their Ham and Paneer Croisain and jam-filled donuts are equally a hit for parents and children, and they are perfect for bringing it into a nearby park. For somewhere close to the plaza, Om coffee roster There is a great option to serve pastries from baker and cook.

Travel Sonoma valley certified farmers marketFriday morning is an excellent option if you want to cut and produce small. My children are always ready to creps and vendors usually give them food to taste. The market is located next to a park with shafelboard and train cars that make up for a funny playground.

Michelin-Star Italian Chef Andrea Marino Ruling There is definitely one. It is just outside the small daily plaza and has a well -curated selection of meats, cheese and daily specials. On every trip, we select some porchta sandwiches and meat for snacking.

Is on the other side of the city Luen lunchA southern-inspired dinner with enough exterior location and activities for children. We take time here to enjoy the bristed bristed bristers and fried chicken. We play table tennis for hours while children ride to toy tractors.

For some other central, Oso There is an excellent choice for families and correct in the center of the plaza, which offers a dynamic menu of shared plates and al Fresco food. Pro Tip: Do not release blood orange margita.

Cafe la heyAn American bistro prioritizes seasonal components, since 1996 and is a Sonoma institution. Initially, I used to hesitate to bring my children here due to intimate settings and the fact that it is only open to dinner. However, hospitality and thoughtful touch-like my son made an off-manu dining evening pleasant to all of us.

Where to go

Despite being known for alcohol, Sonoma has enough options for acceptable places to go with Little people. One of my favorite is in plaza: Darling wineA small, family owned, minimal intervention vinery. Not only do they produce an unprecedented cirhah, but I also like the intention with which they craft their wine: with an account for continuous and surrounding ecosystems. He also gave his children a basket of toys, while I enjoyed a small tasting with my mother, which felt remarkable with the children.

Gundalach Bundschu (‘Gun Ban’ for local people) Sonoma has a regenerative organic certified wine and wineyard of the family, producing wine since 1858. At the age of two weeks, this was the first winery that my son ever went. You will find seasonal cutting and a beautiful huge property with family -friendly environment. His sister winery, Abbot routeKT is run by Bundsachu, who is the first female winemaker in her inheritance of a six -generation liquor of her family. The 80 -year -old Zinfandel is a curated mercanile set between the Zinfandel wine, a tasting room in the property, shafalboard, seasonal grazing board and localized items.

When we enjoy the discovery of various eateries in Sonoma, we also remain active and seek places to release our energy for our children. City Park is in the city center, which is the largest plaza of its kind in California. Between the browsing shops, we make sure to stay in the park for children, ride bikes, ride and feed ducks. The location of the park makes everyone easy to walk a little distance away for some shopping for one of the adults. Things are going on continuously in the class. We were lucky enough to celebrate Halloween here, where children could go trick-or-treat at local shops, while we used to roam with Fraws. breath,

For more widespread walk, for head Bartholomu parkWhich sits on the vineyard, garden and forest on 375 acres. The park has a beautiful view and a three -mile mark that air through it. You can also arrange horse riding through Bartholomue Estate Winery.

For another child-oriented activity, consider checking out to harassA small amusement park that is indifferent to the whole family. Charlie acreA sanctuary for saved animals is also an excellent place for children and animal lovers.

Our journey philosophy has always been to bring our children to the most experiences, and Sonoma feels like a place where it is possible and pleasant. What many people think, Sonoma has been withdrawn and has something to enjoy for all generations. Whether it is ice cream in the park or a stroller with a stroller in the toe, consider this soft reminder that the journey does not have to stop when the children come together.