The stone and wood buildings of Taliesin West at golden hour. Mountains in the backgrown

Getting An Insider’s Look at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West

by Peggy Cleveland

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The master architect's retreat and studio is open to the public, but there are ways to get exclusive access
Cassie the dog and water bowl made from bronze located on a street corner in downtown Corvallis.

Exploring Pet-Friendly Corvallis, Oregon: A Haven for Dog Lovers

by Peggy Cleveland

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Corvallis isn't just a charming college town. It's a great place for a trip with dogs.
This brightly colored mural has a sun with numerous animals and flowers that can be found near Mt. Diablo. The mural is in downtown Concord

Concord, California: Food, Culture, and Street Art

by Peggy Cleveland

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Concord, a small city on California's East Bay, offers great food and cultural experiences, all centered on its historic central plaza. Don't miss the colorful street murals that tell Concord's stories.
Aerial view of the Country Heritage Winery

Exploring Country Heritage Winery and DeBrand Fine Chocolates

by Peggy Cleveland

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The rich, nuanced flavors of fine wine and the velvety sweetness of premium chocolate can be the perfect pairing, but with so many flavor profiles in the chocolate, it can be challenging. I recently attended a webinar, one of my benefits as a member of the International Food, Wine, & Travel Writers Association, and received
Table with Rodney Strong single vineyard Cabernet Sauvignons and food boards

Discovering Rodney Strong Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignons

by Peggy Cleveland

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The legendary Rodney Strong established the 13th bonded winery in Sonoma County in the Alexander Valley. Significantly, he was a pioneer in planting grapes along the slopes of a hill rather than the valley floor. In 1971 he planted 15 acres of Cabernet Sauvignon on a perched terrace with red loamy soil. He felt this
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