by Allison Day | Aug 11, 2020 | Blog
In the land of all things delicious, anticipating a new restaurant opening becomes par for the course. When the flavors of Argentina arrive in wine country, you quickly take inventory of your lunch and dinner go-to’s, knowing that you’ll soon be adding a...
by Allison Day | Aug 11, 2020 | Blog, News Articles, Oxbow in the News
Gott’s Roadside Gott’s Roadside never fails to knock our tastebuds off when it comes to their seasonal specials. Their late summer line-up is begging to be ordered: Heirloom Tomato “A” BLT Thick slices of organic heirloom tomatoes topped with 6...
by Allison Day | Aug 11, 2020 | Blog, News Articles, Oxbow in the News
If you’ve had El Porteño’s food – you’d remember. Whether it’s the melt in your mouth savoriness of their superstar empanadas or the decently sweet alfajores, guests have been lining up around the SF Ferry Building for years to dig...
by Allison Day | Jul 20, 2020 | Blog, Food, News Articles, Oxbow in the News, Recipe, Tabletop
In our most recent newsletter, we shared some of The Olive Press’ favorite ways to celebrate grilling season. From searing corn and adding some amazing Sriracha butter, (just mix up their Olive Press Sriracha spice), dousing Portabello mushrooms with their...
by Allison Day | Jul 7, 2020 | Blog, News Articles, Oxbow in the News, Recipe
Shared from Fatted Calf’s newsletter, sign-up here. Few foods can claim truer American roots than the beautiful, bountiful bean. The wild ancestor of the common bean was domesticated both in Mexico and in the Peruvian Andes many thousands of years ago. The...
by Gabe Carlin | Jul 1, 2020 | Blog, News Articles, Oxbow in the News
Hog Island Oyster Co. With Hog Island promising all things fresh and briny, a must eat when you’re at the market is the humble oyster. And why stop at just 6 or 12, when there are so many ways to enjoy these salty fruits of the sea? Grab a bushel and have them...
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by Gabe Carlin | Oct 13, 2016 | Blog, Cocktails, Oxbow in the News, Recipe
Visit Napa Valley Distillery for all of the ingredients for their newest concoction! Just in time for Halloween, The creative “Booze Crew” at Napa Valley Distillery has created a fun and unique cocktail for your next costume party! Appropriately named “First Bite,”...
by Gabe Carlin | Oct 13, 2016 | Blog, Oxbow in the News, Recipe
Whole Spice shares this recipe for homemade mustard from customer George Vierra. Ingredients 7 cups ground yellow mustard (1 1/2 lb.) 1⁄2 cup brown mustard seed (3 oz.) 1⁄2 cup 1-1/2 cups yellow mustard seed (2 1/3 oz.) 8 cups white vinegar (prefer Vilux French...
by Gabe Carlin | Oct 4, 2016 | Locals' Night
Half-off by the glass specials and 15 percent off bottles
by Gabe Carlin | Oct 3, 2016 | Food, Oxbow in the News, Recipe
Zhug is a spicy blend used to on meats, fish, soups and salads. Use Whole Spice’s recipe to make fresh Zhug paste to garnish hummus or seared tuna. Also, Whole Spice will be offering 20 percent off at the end of the month so stock up on all your favorite fall...
by Gabe Carlin | Oct 3, 2016 | Cocktails, Oxbow in the News, Recipe
Fall is officially here! That must mean it’s time to enjoy some pear brandy. Lucky for you, you can taste and purchase your very own bottle of Napa Valley Distillery’s highly anticipated pear brandy, which is now back in stock! This exclusive brandy is made entirely...
by Gabe Carlin | Oct 3, 2016 | Food, Oxbow in the News
At Five Dot, breakfast is one of the favorite meals of the day. There are lots of options like the doughnut bites with lavender sugar, the three egg omelet with asparagus, bacon, red onion, and cheddar cheese, and the breakfast wrap with beef sausage, eggs,...
by Gabe Carlin | Oct 3, 2016 | Gifts, Holidays, Oxbow in the News
The Wood Fiber Clay pop-up shop is back through December with a new collection of unique handcrafted and vintage items for the home sourced from small producers locally and globally. Owners Lisa Toller and Kelley Burnett just returned from Iceland and Scandinavia...
by Gabe Carlin | Oct 3, 2016 | Blog, Cheese, Food, Oxbow in the News
During October, Oxbow Cheese & Wine Merchant is featuring a brand new cheese, Bishop’s Peak, from the Central Coast Creamery in Paso Robles. Owner, operator and cheesemaker Reggie Jones began his career in cheese doing product development and quality...
by Gabe Carlin | Sep 16, 2016 | Food, Oxbow in the News, Recipe
Whole Spice has all the herbs and spices you need to start making delicious soups and warming rice dishes this fall! One of the best spices you can start using is turmeric! Try this Whole Spice recipe for simple yellow rice to incorporate the amazing health benefits...
by Gabe Carlin | Sep 16, 2016 | Cocktails, Oxbow in the News
With fall just around the corner, cooler weather is sure to follow. Stay warm and cozy this season with one of Napa Valley Distillery’s most popular spirits! Their Brandy Cordial is a true California original. Made from premium baby Bourbon Barrel-Aged Brandy, it is...
by Gabe Carlin | Sep 6, 2016 | Food, Oxbow in the News, Recipe, Seafood
Enjoy this Whole Spice Blackened Salmon Recipe for a quick, delicious dinner! Blackened Salmon The principles are simple: A spicy buttering, a well-heated pan, a mouthwatering fillet. (Serves 2) Ingredients: 2 salmon fillets 1 tsp. Whole Spice blackened seasoning (1/2...
by Gabe Carlin | Sep 6, 2016 | Food, Oxbow in the News, Seafood
Hog Island is pleased to announce the promotion of Jose Romo as its new kitchen manager in Napa. Come say hello and sample the new dishes he’s creating for Hog Island’s ever changing seasonal menu – like pan-roasted halibut with red quinoa, sweet peppers, and...
by Gabe Carlin | Sep 6, 2016 | Food, Oxbow in the News
Have you ever tried the mac n’ cheese at Five Dot Ranch? If you have, did you know that the creamy, gooey cheese sauce has a cauliflower base? Five Dot’s Mac n’ Cheese is a favorite amongst its patrons and most are not aware that by indulging in this cheesy...
by Gabe Carlin | Sep 6, 2016 | Cheese, Oxbow in the News
The Oxbow Cheese & Wine Merchant is proud to be featuring two fantastic cheeses, both from Greece, and perfect for the end of summer season. Halloumi is one of the top export commodities of Greece. This cheese has a mozzarella consistency (almost rubbery in...
by Gabe Carlin | Aug 16, 2016 | Food, Oxbow in the News
It’s that time of year again, when parents all over the land shout with glee…BACK TO SCHOOL! Now that the kiddies are heading back for more brain stimulation, don’t send them off with sandwiches made with store-bought bread…because that’s a FAIL! Show them how much...
by Gabe Carlin | Aug 16, 2016 | Oxbow in the News
The folks at Napa Valley Distillery provide Napa with more than just spirits. Visit their tasting room and shop to find a large selection of bitters and shrubs as well! There a few more refreshing combinations than shrubs and sparkling water. Napa Valley Distillery...