This market has a season that runs on Saturdays from mid-April to December, and I was lucky to be…read moreable to visit on their second April weekend this year. I really love this market because it's so food-focused, which is like "duh" with all the beautiful farms in the immediate vicinity.. but many of the "farmer's markets" I visit at home in DFW are overrun with crafts, so it's nice to be at one that's truly focused on local farmers. We bought fantastic green garlic, onions, asparagus, shiitake mushrooms, kiwis and bananas, apples, grapefruit and oranges, fresh rosemary, orange marmalade and cranberry pepper jam, a white lemon balsamic vinegar, our favorite Valley Ford farmers cheese, a lovely strip steak, and a bouquet of flowers to enjoy during our short visit. We thought the prices were great and even a bargain for the quality of food. And we got a little purple Healdsburg Farmer's Market t-shirt for Winnie!

Everyone was so friendly!! And the flowers...WOW! Can't wait to go back and try some of the fresh…read morefish! We got some wonderful gifts for my BIL from Healdsburg Infusions too! Oh and the live music - he somehow seemed to be playing all of our favorite songs.

SCW and I stopped into Big John's market after it was recommended from a wine tasting experience…read more The store itself is larger than it looks like from the outside. When you get inside you'll see the varieties of cheeses available which is extensive. A little further in they have a decent sized salad bar with fresh looking veggies and a few prepared salads. There is also a warm items bar in that area. The deli is large and gets quite busy during lunch time. They have a few curated sandwiches on the overhead board or you can make your own. Take a number first if they are busy and order when called. They are pretty quick as our sandwiches were ready in about 5 minutes. I had a giorgi park (vegetarian) sandwich which came as a panini with great flavors and fresh ingredients. SCW had the veggie sandwich which was also really tasty. They have a burrito and pizza line as well. I got a vegetarian super burrito bowl which you can customize. Similar process as chipotle style. Everything looked fresh vibrant. The wine selection is varied and has some appealing options. The middle portion of the store is similarly set up like most grocery stores, cans, waters, cleaning products etc. The produce section is nice with good variety as well. You can find tofu and fake meats near the produce section. The store is clean and well lit. They have tables outside if you choose to eat there. The employees are very friendly and helpful. I definitely recommend giving Big John's Market a try.

If you are looking for the absolute best in Sonoma County for high-end foodstuffs, look no further…read more Big John's Market is essentially a pilgrimage site for anyone who takes their pantry seriously. The store is beautifully laid out and curated with an eye for quality that puts most 'gourmet' chains to shame. The produce is consistently stunning, and the local wine selection perfectly reflects the best of our backyard (Dry Creek, Alexander Valley, and beyond). The standouts: * The Deli/Prepared Goods: This is the heart of the operation. The sandwiches are legendary, the pizza is artisanal-grade, and the prepared salads are actually fresh and inventive--not just an afterthought. * The Cheese Section: Simply sublime. It is clear whoever curates this section has a deep passion for local creameries and international classics alike. * The Experience: Despite the high-end inventory, the staff is incredibly friendly and grounded. Plus, in a town like Healdsburg, having a lot with decent parking is a massive luxury that makes the trip even easier. Whether you're stocking up for a dinner party or just grabbing the best lunch in town, this place is the gold standard.

Hector's seasonal veggies are delicious and the Fermented Jalapeno Hot Sauce he makes from his…read morehomegrown jalapeños & garlic is awesome! I bought one for me and one to give to special local chef to try :)

I checked this place out at the Farmers Market, they are awesome!…read more So many products from beeswax candles to raw fresh honey. I picked up the raw lavender honey and some honeycomb - so amazing!!! Great prices considering the product. I can't wait to go back and try some of the other honey. Hector is very nice and helpful.

This is such a great place to get locally hatched eggs from chickens that are not fed junk. The…read moreeggs come in a variety of sizes at amazing prices. Tiffany is very communicative with her patrons on how many eggs they have in inventory so that you don't have to be showing up and be left eggless because there's no eggs. You can always contact her before you head to the farm. This is the only place I get my eggs. no store eggs for me. Definitely check them out.

I love buying eggs from Wise Acre! Not only are they pasture raised, they also come in a variety of…read moresizes at very reasonable prices. Good quality. The owners are great and Windsor is lucky to have such a wonderful local business. They have a vending machine for eggs and helpful instructions on how to use it.

I have purchased bees from April in the past and it was a pleasant exchange…read more This year, I purchased a queen bee on line from April and apparently, I missed the 'last day' and she was out of queens, she assured me a credit would be granted. Well...that was three months ago and I have e-mailed and called her a number of times for an update. No response to date. Not a very good way to do a business in Sonoma County. It's a very small world.

In a time when so many bees are disappearing, it's wonderful to see a source of chemical free…read morehoneybees. April supplies really healthy, local honeybees with queens and bee hives ready for our yard.

Mike is great to work with!!! I am new to bee keeping and was noticing issues with my hive. Mike…read moremade a house call and shared his extensive knowledge to the craft and helped me diagnose issues, harvest honey, and prep my hives for winter. He is well connected in the community for resources too. I highly recommend him...Thanks for a job well done!!!

Mike made the experience of walking through beekeeping with my newly inherited hives unforgettable…read more Educational, methodical, comfortable and spiritual in connecting with these incredible little creatures. Completely inspiring!

Unique and delicious, one of the best food stops in the entire area!…read more Delicious chocolates in many flavors are little works of art. Complicated desserts are on display as well, showing impressive skill and creativity. And they have a full coffee bar too! Service is always friendly and knowledgable.

Fleur Sauvage has the best chocolates in Sonoma County!…read more The shop is so warm and inviting and is conveniently located right in downtown Windsor. During my last visit, I selected an assorted box of six bonbons, which were all so beautiful and looked like mini pieces of art. They offer a refillable gift box, which is nice to know for the future. I love that they always have different flavors available. The chocolates literally melt in your mouth, they are that good!    I've also tried their desserts, and they are absolutely delicious too! They usually have a couple of different options available. In addition to sweet treats, they have coffee drinks too. They have a great seating area inside with tables and chairs as well as bar seating at the windows. In addition to the indoor area, they have a garden seating area out back.

Mmmmm the burritos on Tuesdays are fabulous!!! The entire deli is amazing and the people working…read morethere are awesome

SCW and I stopped in to Shelton's Natural Foods Market in between wine tastings in need of a bit…read moremore substantial sustenance. Yelp had good reviews so we decided to go. Parking is fairly plentiful in the strip mall it's located in. Stepping inside you'll find a nice market with many different products such as produce, a small salad bar, olive bar, groceries and drinks as well as a deli. Everything looked really good quality. We chose two Tuscan veggie sandwiches which were already prepared in the deli case and looked incredible. The helpful deli counter employee recommended that they were best heated up and offered to do so while we looked around. Soon our sandwiches were warm and off we went. The sandwich was delicious. Absolutely a delight to the senses. Visually it was fresh and vibrant. The layers were impressive. The taste, amazing. The olive tapenade, pesto, greens and veggies were delicious. It's been a while since I've had such a delicious sandwich. We both were saying "yum, mmm" with each bite. Epic sandwich. The service was great. I highly recommend Shelton's Natural Foods market.