Valentine’s Day events in Sonoma and Napa county 2024

Valentine’s Day is near, and love is in the air in Sonoma and Napa counties.

In the days leading up to Feb. 14, businesses in the area are offering all sorts of activities to help locals enjoy themselves or craft the perfect gift. And on Valentine’s Day itself, there is no shortage of options for a romantic dinner.

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Feb. 13

Caviar Tasting at Jordan Vineyard & Winery: Experience Caviar Tasting with a view at the Vista Point pavilion. Couples will be seated at private tables for the tasting, which features the Jordan Chef’s Reserve Caviar. Guests will also enjoy buckwheat blini and caviar accouterments, as well as tastings of chardonnay and Champagne. Tastings begin at 2:30 and conclude at 4:15 p.m. Experiences are available through Feb. 16. $150 per person. Purchase tickets at pdne.ws/3SjMCXS. 1474 Alexander Valley Rd., Healdsburg. 707-431-5250.

Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14

Valentine’s Day Pizza Class and Meal at Psychic Pie: Head over to Psychic Pie in Sebastopol for its first ever pizza class. Participants will learn how to shape, top and fire their own naturally leavened Roman-style pizza. Two drinks are included, and appetizers, salads and dessert will be served during the class (in addition to the pizza cooked by each participant). Each participant will also mix and take home their own sourdough starter. The class runs from 6 to 8:30 p.m. $140 per person. Purchase tickets at pdne.ws/47XBe9G. 980 Gravenstein Ave., Sebastopol. 707-827-6032.

Valentine’s Day Supper at Marla: Marla, a Santa Rosa craft bakery, is teaming up with Dan Marioni of Marioni Wines to present a five-course Valentine’s supper. Menu highlights include Kusshi Oysters, Celery Root Soup, Salt Baked Trout for 2 and a Parfait of Almond-Olive Oil Cake to finish. $200 per person (including tax and gratuity). Purchase tickets at pdne.ws/4bkTNrh. 208 Davis St., Santa Rosa. 707-852-4091.

Valentine’s Dinner at Carneros Resort: The FARM restaurant is hosting dinners for two, featuring a seasonally inspired five-course tasting menu complemented by cocktails and local wine pairings. Expect courses like Caviar & Oysters and Dry-aged Brandt Ribeye, and finish with a Passionfruit Caramel Cheesecake. This Valentine’s dinner is offered through Feb. 17. $165 per person. Make a reservation at pdne.ws/3UFcD6P. 4048 Sonoma Hwy., Napa. 707-299-4900.

Valentine’s Dinner at Dawn Ranch: Guerneville’s The Lodge at Dawn Ranch is hosting a special dinner for Valentine’s Day. The dinner, an eight-course tasting menu, celebrates local ingredients and reflects the chefs’ professional journey through many different parts of the world. Expect dishes like Tomales Bay Oysters, Picanha (charcoal grilled culotte steak, tatemada bearnaise, spigarello broccoli) and a Thousand Layer Crepe with dark chocolate, raspberry powder and hazelnut crème. $110 per person. Make a reservation at dawnranch.com. 16467 Highway 116, Guerneville. 707-869-0656.

Valentine’s Dinner at the Farmhouse Inn: The Farmhouse Restaurant has crafted a Valentine’s Day Tasting Menu, featuring seasonal, local-sourced ingredients. Add-ons include curated wine pairings. $300 per person. Make a reservation at pdne.ws/47ZMmDd. 7871 River Rd., Forestville. 707-887-3300.

Valentine’s Dinner at Spoonbar: This special dinner menu complements the restaurant’s regular menu. Menu highlights include Broiled Tomales Bay Oysters ($24), Rack of Spring Lamb for Two ($69) and Chocolate Mousse Cake ($15). This dinner experience is available through Feb. 18. Reserve a table at pdne.ws/47XBIfV. 219 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg. 707-433-7222.

Valentine’s Dinner at The Rooftop: This February-long menu change includes special Dungeness crab Cakes ($24) and Rooftop Chocolate Fondue for Two ($15) with an option shot of liqueur ($4), along with romantic rooftop views. The Rooftop exclusively accepts walk-ins. 227 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg. 707-922-5442.

Valentine’s Weekend Paint & Sip at Benovia Winery: Join the winery for a paint and sip wine-tasting extravaganza. Guests will paint a Benovia-branded wine glass during a guided tasting. The finished product will make a perfect memento of a fun Valentine’s weekend. This experience is available through Feb. 18. $25 for a branded wine glass. Make reservations by calling the winery at 707-921-1040. For more information, go to pdne.ws/3UmB9ZW. 3339 Hartman Ln., Santa Rosa.

Wine & Chocolate Tasting at Carneros Resort: In celebration of the Valentine’s Day weekend, POST will offer a variety of wine and chocolate pairings. Tasting room staff will walk guests through four wines, including albarino, chardonnay, pinot and cabernet, paired with four bonbons from Earth & Sky Chocolates. The experience includes an Earth & Sky gift to take home. $75 per person. Make a reservation at pdne.ws/49e796X. 4048 Sonoma Hwy., Napa. 707-299-4900.