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Four people stand side by side at an indoor event decorated with string lights and paper lanterns, smiling and holding award plaques, suggesting they are winners or honorees at a community food or cooking competition.

Community, crab cakes and caring share the stage at Fort Bragg benefit

by Mary Rose Kaczorowski February 9, 2026February 10, 2026

The sold-out crab cake cook-off and wine tasting raised critical funds for Mendocino Coast Clinics’ rural health care services.

A vendor serves oyster shooters and vodka samples to two women at a tasting booth inside a wooden barn, with bottles, sauces, and small cups arranged on the table and other vendors in the background.

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Wine, oysters and community shine at sold-out Hopland celebration

by Savana Robinson February 2, 2026February 2, 2026

Destination Hopland’s annual Sparkling Wine and Oyster Celebration brought together wineries, restaurants and locals for an afternoon of tasting and connection

Bright, modern café dining area with green chairs, wood tables, potted plants, and framed produce artwork on the walls, lit by large windows.

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Ukiah Valley hospital reopens café with local food partnerships

by Sarah Stierch January 28, 2026January 28, 2026

The newly renovated Code Brew Café features Black Oak coffee, Schat’s bread and expanded dining options for patients and staff.

Group of people outdoors raise glasses of sparkling wine in a toast, smiling and clinking glasses at a vineyard event in Hopland, California, with rolling hills in the background.

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Sip, slurp and sparkle Saturday at Hopland’s wine and oyster celebration

by Sarah Stierch January 27, 2026January 27, 2026

The annual Sparkling Wine & Oyster Celebration at Campovida winery will feature local sparkling wines – including non-alcoholic options – paired with fresh oysters and seasonal bites.