by Gabe Carlin | Apr 18, 2016 | Food, Oxbow in the News, Seafood
Ora King is definitely the Waygu beef of salmon, where each fish is carefully monitored its entire life with tags, cameras, and digital chips. Rated Green as Best Choice by the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch, see why Ora King salmon is the most sustainable salmon...
by Gabe Carlin | Apr 4, 2016 | Food, Oxbow in the News
We were all waiting for spring season and its beautiful weather. Picnic days are here and there’s nothing like good cheese, a delicious spread and crackers with a glass of wine. Napastak spreads like ancho chile or pineapple apricot pepper are perfect with...
by Gabe Carlin | Apr 4, 2016 | Cocktails, Oxbow in the News
Legend has it the recipe for this Meyer lemon-infused brandy liqueur is a generations-old Italian limoncello recipe that Napa Valley Distillery (NVD) proprietor, Arthur Hartunian, won in a poker game from a famous Italian chef. One thing’s for sure… it’s...
by Gabe Carlin | Apr 4, 2016 | Food, Oxbow in the News, Recipe
If you haven’t tried Indian Dal Seasoning, ask for a jar of it at Whole Spice, and then try this recipe for Indian Spice Soup. It is absolutely delicious with red lentils! Whole Spice will be offering a 20% discount the last three days of the month so start your...
by Gabe Carlin | Apr 4, 2016 | Food, Oxbow in the News
Celebrate spring with Ca’ Momi Enoteca’s glorious Carciofi Pizza, topped with seasonal grilled artichoke hearts and luscious artichoke cream. Pair with a glass of Bianco di Ca’ Momi and enjoy $4 off every Tuesday night. Like all of Ca’ Momi’s traditional Neapolitan...
by Gabe Carlin | Apr 4, 2016 | Food, Oxbow in the News
Spring has sprung at least, and we crave lighter meals like seafood and veggies. The April C CASA Enchilada Plate Special fulfills those cravings on all counts. A house made corn tortilla is wrapped around a delicious filling of shrimp, green onions, four cheeses and...
by Gabe Carlin | Apr 4, 2016 | Beer, Gifts
National Beer Day is fast approaching (Thursday, April 7) and as spring marches on, what better time to find your next favorite IPA, Porter or Stout? Napa Bookmine at Oxbow has spent hours curating a fine selection of publications to help you in your quest. Rifle...
by Gabe Carlin | Mar 21, 2016 | Cocktails, Oxbow in the News
For most people the Vernal Equinox signals the gradual transition from the grey and chilly days of winter, to the bright and warm days of summer. For the folks at Napa Valley Distillery, spring is a time to craft vintage porch-sipper cocktails that waken your taste...
by Gabe Carlin | Mar 21, 2016 | Food, Oxbow in the News, Recipe
Whole Spice will be offering a 20 percentdiscount the last three days of this month so you can spring clean your spice cabinets March 29-31! Also, try this delicious Whole Spice salmon recipe! Just a teaspoon of dried tarragon is enough to bring out the flavor in fish...
by Gabe Carlin | Mar 21, 2016 | Food, Holidays, Oxbow in the News, Recipe
Spring is here, Easter is just around the corner, and The Fatted Calf is ready to celebrate. Forget the peeps and chocolate bunnies! Fatted Calf has a host of treats for your spring celebration from chive scented bockwurst to succulent stuffed quail. And don’t forget...
by Gabe Carlin | Mar 21, 2016 | Food, Gifts, Holidays, Oxbow in the News
Celebrate the new growth of the spring season at Hudson Greens and Goods. You’ll find all the Easter essentials, including beautiful, organic spring onions $5.99/lb., asparagus $8.99/lb. and green garlic $7.59/lb. If you find yourself looking for the perfect...
by Gabe Carlin | Mar 21, 2016 | Food, Oxbow in the News
Spring is the perfect time to enjoy a fresh Hawaiian Poki bowl at Eiko’s at Oxbow. Poki bowls made to order with freshly diced ahi tuna tossed in a savory sesame soy sauce, sliced Maui onions and avocado over a bed of sushi rice and Japanese rice seasoning from Whole...
by Gabe Carlin | Mar 21, 2016 | Food, Gifts
What better way to welcome the beautiful season of spring than with fresh and flavorful California olive oils? The Olive Press offers a wide array of extra virgin olive oils ranging from delicate to robust intensities that are wonderful for cooking and finishing. They...
by Gabe Carlin | Mar 21, 2016 | Food, Gifts, Holidays, Oxbow in the News
Here comes Peter Cottontail…and that means Easter’s on its way! Be ready for friends and family this year with the help of The Model Bakery. From breakfast pastries, to artisan breads, cookies…tarts and pies…to large and individual Easter cakes, the...
by Gabe Carlin | Mar 6, 2016 | Blog, Food, Oxbow in the News
This month’s C CASA special enchilada combines their succulent, chile-crusted rotisserie chicken with 4 cheese blend wrapped in one of their house made corn tortillas. With C CASA, it is all about the toppings and sides! Topped with mixed greens, pico de gallo...
by Gabe Carlin | Mar 6, 2016 | Blog, Food, Gifts, Oxbow in the News
The Olive Press’ beautiful, freshly milled citrus olive oils are now available for purchase and ready for tasting! There are a variety of stunning spring-inspired flavors to choose from such as lime, clementine, blood orange and lemon. These sweet, tangy and zesty...
by Gabe Carlin | Mar 6, 2016 | Blog
Spring in the air: warmer weather, sunshine, blooming flowers and green grass. There is nothing like a picnic outside to enjoy this beautiful season. Colorful placemats, serving trays and table runners are available at Napastak for you to dress your table. Pick up...
by Gabe Carlin | Mar 6, 2016 | Blog, Cheese, Food, Oxbow in the News
Oxbow Cheese & Wine Merchant is now carrying “Blackstone,” a new cheese brought to us by the folks at Bellwether Farms in Petaluma, CA. Blackstone is a blend of cow and sheep’s milk. Its paste is scattered with black peppercorns, giving it a mild...
by Gabe Carlin | Mar 6, 2016 | Blog, Food, Meat, Oxbow in the News, Recipe
Cate & Co.’s new salami from Zoe’s Meats just happens to be Absinthe Salami. Madness was one of the rumored side effects of drinking absinthe at the turn of the 20th century, so what better snack to munch on during March Madness! Pork salami gets a kick of spice...
by Gabe Carlin | Mar 6, 2016 | Blog, Food, Holidays, Oxbow in the News, Recipe
Fatted Calf corned beef is ready just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. You don’t need the luck of the Irish to nab one of these succulent beauties. Just reserve one for pick up by emailing or order by phone at (707) 256.3684. Cooking Fatted Calf Corned Beef Corned beef...
by Gabe Carlin | Mar 6, 2016 | Blog, Food, Gifts, Oxbow in the News
Ca’ Momi Enoteca is bounding into spring with some exciting new desserts: housemade Cannoli Siciliani stuffed with fresh ricotta, and luscious Babà al Rum-rich, eggy pastry infused with a delectably boozy citrus syrup. Swing by anytime for an impulsive treat to go, or...
by Gabe Carlin | Mar 6, 2016 | Blog, Food, Oxbow in the News, Recipe
Try this decadent Whole Spice recipe for chocolate cake drizzled with Urfa chili chocolate cream. Urfa’s heat level of 3-4 on the Scoville scale of 1 to 10, combined with a high essential oil content, makes it accessible to most palates. Chocolate Cake...
by Gabe Carlin | Feb 15, 2016 | Blog, Food, Gifts, Oxbow in the News
The Olive Press is in the midst of releasing all of its new oils for 2016. Stop by and learn about olive oil in all of its glory, and be sure to taste the oils that are brand new to The Olive Press, along with the prized oils they are welcoming back! Experience the...
by Gabe Carlin | Feb 15, 2016 | Blog, Gifts, Wine
The Oxbow Cheese & WIne Merchant has just released its February Wine Club wines. With this month’s selections they are highlighting a wonderful new Greek wine, a Moscofilero. The Ferry Plaza Wine Merchant, Oxbow Cheese & Wine Merchant’s sister...
by Gabe Carlin | Feb 15, 2016 | Blog, Food, Gifts, Oxbow in the News
Calling all cookie monsters! Ca’ Momi Enoteca’s rolling out a new twist on an old tradition later this month: organic, authentic and heartcrafted Italian cookie jars ($8 each, or 3 for $20). Choose from elegant Italian palmiers, ladyfingers, meringues,...
by Gabe Carlin | Feb 15, 2016 | Blog, Food, Gifts, Oxbow in the News
Did you know that Employee Appreciation Day is coming up on March 4? You know you’d be lost without your dedicated staff, so show them you appreciate them every day, not just employee appreciation day, by treating them to lunch from The Model Bakery. With an...
by Gabe Carlin | Feb 15, 2016 | Blog, Meat, Oxbow in the News
Springtime is just around the corner, which means longer days, warmer weather, and barbecue season! As always, Five Dot Ranch will have everyone’s favorite steaks, fresh ground beef, pre-marinated tri-tips, hotdogs, and more, all completely stocked in the meat...
by Gabe Carlin | Feb 15, 2016 | Blog, Food, Oxbow in the News
Can there ever be too much bread?! Cate & Co. is known for its delicious G-Free breads, and gets asked for recipe ideas that use the ends of loaves, or bread that isn’t at its peak. If you find yourself in that lucky predicament, try making a frittata. Take...
by Gabe Carlin | Feb 15, 2016 | Food, Oxbow in the News
With the winter rains, mushrooms are popping up everywhere including C CASA’s enchilada plate special! The vegetarian enchilada is filled with mushrooms, spinach and their signature four-cheese blend, then topped with mixed greens, roasted corn and avocado...
by Gabe Carlin | Feb 2, 2016 | Blog, Food, Gifts, Holidays, Oxbow in the News
Ca’ Momi Enoteca has romance ready to go with heart-shaped pizza, schiacciata, ciambellina, and ciambellona for Valentine’s weekend, plus two irresistible takeout specials featuring all-organic bignè pastries. Love On the Run ($45) includes the pizza of your choice,...
