Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch showcases the seasonal, ingredientdriven farmhouse cooking of executive chef Stephen Barber Housed in a former nursery barn, the 110-seat restaurant revolves around a central open kitchen. Brunch is an authentic farm-to-table menu. The ingredients include Long Meadow Ranch’s all natural grass-fed beef, organic and sustainably produced eggs, fruits, vegetables, extra virgin olive oil, vinegar, and honey. An inviting terrace lined with espaliered apple trees and an outdoor fireplace lounge add to the charm. While here plan to visit the adjacent historic Logan Ives House General Store and Long Meadow Ranch Winery tasting room Full bar. Serving brunch Sundays from 11am to 3pm 738 Main Street St. Helena 707.963.9181 www.longmeadowranch.com French Blue Is a welcoming neighborhood restaurant located in the heart of downtown St. Helena, serving beautifully crafted Napa Valley home cooking. The menu features rustic, wood-fired cooking, seasonally inspired from Rudd Farms’ local gardens – the best ingredients, simply prepared. Look for lemon-ricotta pancakes with blueberry syrup; black truffle, broccoli rabe and Fontina omelets; and corned beef short rib hash to name just a few. Full bar. Serving brunch Saturdays and Sunday 9am to 2:30pm 1429 Main Street, 707.968.9200 www.frenchbluenapa.com Market Restaurant offers an elegant, yet comfortable dining experience, focusing on American classics with a fresh seasonal approach. The refined atmosphere, warm genuine service and commitment to the highest quality food from local organic farms, creates an inviting environment that makes dining out a pure treat. Chef-owner Ernesto Martinez offers brunch with a decidedly hearty feel from smoked salmon omelets; fried chicken and waffle sliders; and Huevos Rancheros. Full bar. Serving Sunday brunch from 10am to 2pm 1347 Main Street 707.963.3799 www.marketsthelena.com Tra Vigne Restaurant delivers a captivating blend of old-world Italy with robust pastas, meats and cheeses and the fresh, local ingredients of wine country prepared by Executive Chef Anthony “Nash” Cognetti. The vine covered building has tall, grand ceilings. Adjacent is the courtyard with its canopy of trees offering “al fresco” dining in a restaurant that celebrates its 25th year in the Napa Valley. Check out wood-fired baked egg dishes; braised rabbit ragu on pappardelle pasta; short ribs with polenta; rustic antipasti and fresh salads. Full bar. Serving Sunday brunch from 11am to 3pm 1050 Charter Oak Ave 707-963-4444 www.travignerestaurant.com The Grill at Meadowood Napa Valley is a destination unto itself hidden in the forested hills east of downtown; this is the textbook definition of relaxed and gracious yet casual dining. Look out across the lawn to swans basking in a pond. The food is creative and emphasizes not only the best-sourced ingredients, but their beautiful presentation that captivates all the senses. Look for cornmeal pancakes with Comice pear; classic Eggs Benedict; and Dungeness crab. Full bar. Serving Saturday and Sunday brunch 7am to 4pm 900 Meadowood Lane 707.963.3646 www.meadowood.com OPEN MAP HERE French Blue
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