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Korbel


At Korbel Champagne Winery in Guerneville, bottles used to be filled like this. Wonder how many they broke? Lots.


Bottles were rotated by hand…and with this little candle as the only light.


One of their original labels.

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Old Sacramento


Old Sacramento shows visitors the way it used to be with its board walk sidewalks, saloons, and general stores. Sell your gold dust like they did back in Gold Rush days.


Leave on the next stage.


Gold and jewelry were stored in heavy duty safes.


And, of course, the US Mail was delivered.

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Pasta Prego Desserts


One reason to go to Pasta Prego in Napa, California, is the awesome pasta. Chef Marco out-does himself every time.
Another reason to go there is the desserts…Creme Brulee for one.


Flourless Chocolate Torte with Raspberry Sauce is another…


Of course Tiramisu is a favorite…

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San Francisco


San Francisco on a Thursday begs for a trip down Stockton Street in Chinatown. Lanterns dance in the wind over head.


Got tea?


Boats bob as they catch wakes from ferries at Fisherman’s Wharf.

Sun and marine layer fog take turns covering The Golden Gate Bridge.

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Locke, California


When traveling to a new part of the country or looking for a week-end day trip, search out small interesting spots.


Locke, CA, is one of those spots. Many years ago this Chinese town was just a wide spot off the delta. Today, it’s still a wide spot off the delta. But people, from bikers to tourists, search it out and head to Al the Wops for a steak sandwich.
And it’s worth the side trip.