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Learn barbecue secrets from a James Beard semifinalist

Stateline Road Smokehouse brings Michelin-starred culinary expertise together with Kansas City-style barbecue. Join me for a chef-led restaurant tour, cooking demo, and smoked meat tasting. • You'll be welcomed with a splash of sparkling wine (if you're age 21 or older), and then I'll lead you on a tour around the restaurant and our smoke room, which is not open to the public. • In our kitchens, I'll demonstrate some chef techniques and skills as I cook up a few classic dishes, taking you step by step through the cooking process and showing you how we plate the dish for maximum appeal. • You won't just get to feast with your eyes! You'll taste the dishes I've made, savoring their complex flavors while I answer your questions. I hope that the tour and demonstration will give you new tips and techniques to bring home with you so you can try them in your kitchen.

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Learn acrylic painting from a renowned Napa artist

Immerse yourself in the creative process with an intimate, hands-on painting class where I’ll guide you through my signature Acrylic Swoosh technique. • Learn about the expressive Swoosh technique as I provide a live demonstration, guiding you through the fluid, dynamic motion of this unique painting style. • You’ll be provided with all the necessary supplies to create your own Swoosh art—including a piece of paper, vibrant paints, and a dedicated space to unleash your creativity and make your own masterpiece. • As you refine your artwork, I’ll offer personalized guidance, helping you enhance your technique and bring your vision to life. Enjoy lively conversation, exchange creative insights, and share in the joy of artistic expression. This introductory class is designed for both beginners and art enthusiasts, offering a relaxed and engaging way to explore color, movement, and self-expression under the guidance of an established artist.

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Sunrise balloon ride over Napa Valley’s vineyards

As the sun rises over Napa Valley, the day begins with an adventure that lifts you high above the rolling vineyards and golden hills. This hot-air balloon ride lets you appreciate Napa’s natural beauty from a bird’s-eye view. • Our journey starts at the V Marketplace in Yountville, where you’ll be welcomed with coffee, tea, and fresh pastries before meeting our experienced pilots for a thorough safety briefing. • After taking our bus to the launch site, you’ll witness the hot-air balloon inflation—a spectacle in and of itself. Snap photos as the giant balloon fills with air, then step into the basket for an exhilarating ascent. • Once airborne, you’ll glide over Napa’s patchwork of vineyards, winding roads, and charming estates. Your pilot will share insights about the valley’s history, winemaking heritage, and notable landmarks along the way. • Depending on the wind’s direction, we’ll touch down at a safe landing spot in Napa, where our crew will be waiting. After exiting the balloon, we’ll hop back on the bus for a scenic ride back to the V Marketplace. Whether it’s your first flight or a tradition, you’ll leave with a heart full of wonder and a camera roll full of aerial shots.

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Sip through Napa’s nonalcoholic cocktail scene

Most people come to Napa for wine, but there’s a whole world of flavors beyond the vineyard. I created this tour to showcase the craftsmanship, creativity, and storytelling behind Napa’s best nonalcoholic drinks. Whether you're sober-curious, taking a break from alcohol, or simply looking for something new, this experience offers an insider’s look at the evolving zero-proof movement in California’s Wine Country. • We’ll start at Napa Yard, where you’ll sip a handcrafted mocktail and enjoy curated appetizers from its head mixologist. • From there, we’ll take a short walk to Jeffries General for a speed round tasting, where you’ll sample a selection of innovative nonalcoholic beverages—from adaptogenic and functional drinks to hemp-based infusions. • Next, we’ll head to Wilfred’s Lounge, Napa’s premier tiki bar, to enjoy a tropical mocktail and light bite in a lively setting. • Our final stop is Oxbow Public Market, where you can explore artisan vendors and specialty food stalls before wrapping up just steps from our starting point. You’ll leave with a fresh perspective on Napa’s evolving beverage scene and a new appreciation for the art of zero-proof mixology.

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4.89 out of 5 average rating, 813 reviews

Napa - Winery hop in a vintage VW

We will welcome you in one of our vintage VW Buses! Explore three of the best wineries in Napa Valley. We visit places like Bread & Butter, Pestoni Family Vineyards, and Napa Cellars, Hagafen Cellars, and Saintsbury. We'll enjoy a picnic lunch at our second spot, on us. *Guests pay for wine tasting at each location, anticipate $45-60 per person per winery. Each guest will pay for wine tasting at the winery destinations.

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 1465 reviews

Sonoma - Winery hop in a vintage VW

We will welcome you in one of our vintage VW Buses! Explore three of the best wineries in Sonoma Valley. We choose from family-owned, hidden gems like Toje, Anaba, Buena Vista, Winery Sixteen 600, Gundlach Bundschu or other awesome Sonoma wineries. We'll enjoy a picnic lunch at our second stop, on us! Guests pay for wine tasting at each location, anticipate between $30-55 in tasting fees per person for each winery. Look for our Napa experience too. Please note that we have a 72-hour cancellation policy on all tours. https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/118276?source=p2

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 361 reviews

Make friends at a farm animal sanctuary

Join us for a day at the sanctuary and meet a variety of rescued farmed animals. We'll share their stories of resilience and healing and also talk about the industries they come from. You'll love meeting our animal ambassadors and may be surprised at what you learn since we so rarely see the animals in our food system. The Experience will last approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. Please be mindful that, as a sanctuary for rescued animals, our priority is the physical and emotional wellbeing of the animals who call Charlie's Acres home. Our animal residents are completely free and always have a choice whether or not they interact with visitors. They will reside at the sanctuary for the rest of their lives, where we'll have the honor of taking care of them. **Families with young kids are strongly encouraged to book a private group to better allow us to adjust the pacing and content of the tour.** We operate under current Sonoma County COVID-19 safety guidelines, and protocol is subject to change. Tours are available in French or Spanish by request. Note that we do not allow visitors to bring dogs onto the premises. The only exception is service dogs required to assist with a disability; in that case, please contact us to arrange a private tour. Don't see a time that works for you? Feel free to contact us to schedule an alternative time.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 168 reviews

Vegan picnic with rescued animals

We'll start with a tour of the sanctuary where you'll meet a variety of rescued farm animals. We'll share their stories of resilience and healing and talk a bit more about the industries they come from. You'll love meeting our animal ambassadors and may be surprised at what you learn, since we so rarely see the animals in our food system. Join us afterwards at our picnic tables in the field for a glass of local wine and a vegan cheese and charcuterie platter. (Note: The platter contains nuts and gluten unless otherwise requested. Please inform us of any allergies when you make your booking so we can be sure to provide suitable options. Non-alcoholic beverages will also be served.) The Experience will last approximately 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Please be mindful that as a sanctuary for rescued animals, our priority is the physical and emotional well being of the rescued animals who call Charlie's Acres home. Our loved animal residents are completely free and always have a choice as to whether or not they want to interact with visitors. They will reside at the sanctuary for the rest of their lives, where we'll have the honor of taking care of them. Other things to note: Learn more about what to expect and find answers to frequently asked questions: https://charliesacres.org/faq.html

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 181 reviews

Private Pottery Wheel Lesson

After being introduced to the space and to each other, I will provide a quick demonstration on the wheel with a small amount of clay. Afterwards, each guest will be allowed time to create one piece on the wheel from beginning to end with personal instruction and assistance from me. Guests are welcome to make anything they would like to on the wheel! Cup, bowl, vase, dish, etc. (Please Read)The firing of pottery is a long process that is separate from the time we spend on the wheel. Each piece requires a two day long firing process in a kiln, and I hand glaze each piece. I offer kiln services out of my personal studio if you have interest in having your piece fired for a *small fee that is not due the day of the experience.* I do not include this in the price of the experience because some guests do not wish to keep their piece. Wear comfortable clothing that you don't mind getting some clay on. Clay will wash out, but you may not want to go out right after. The time noted on the experience, 2 hours, is generally descriptive of a 2 person experience which encompasses the majority of my bookings. In general, the experience is 1 hour per person. If there are 3 or 4 people in the booking, likely the experience will extend the 2 hour session time, and if there is 1 person in the booking it will be closer to an hour.

5 out of 5 average rating, 67 reviews

Easy Sourdough Bread In Minutes

During this class you will learn and hands-on do all the steps to make a beautiful artisan-quality loaf of sourdough bread both with and without the hassle of making a sourdough starter. You will taste a number of different variations of the bread, and learn how to make those variations as well. You will leave with a warm loaf of bread to take home, and sourdough starter if you wish. If baking has always intimidated you, this is a great class for you, as you will leave here with the confidence to DO IT!! Other things to note Even if you have never baked bread before, you will leave with all the skills you need to do this at home, including a list of equipment and ingredients. If you are able to travel with it, we will provide you with some fresh lively sourdough starter to take home. This cannot go on airplanes.

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 193 reviews

The Taste of Sonoma Bike Tour

We will bike on our local country roads while enjoying stops in vineyards, walking through 160 year old wine caves and even, during the harvest season, we enjoy tasting the grapes and testing the sugar levels. All our experiences are geared towards each small group's needs and wants. We will enjoy a private lunch at one of the wineries, a behind the scenes cheese tasting and more. The wineries we pick are diverse and the route is designed to show our guests what Sonoma has to offer. Other things to note Our locally guided experience includes the lunch, waters, and the behind the scenes cheese tasting and tour but does NOT include the tasting fees which typically run between $35-45 average per winery.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 575 reviews

Wine Blending Experience - Create a Perfect Bottle of Wine

At Meadowcroft Wines, learn about the art and science of winemaking by blending and bottling your very own bottle of wine. We’ll start with a stroll through the beautifully manicured gardens of Cornerstone Sonoma and an idyllic vineyard for a firsthand look at the vines. As we walk the rows, We’ll share why the iconic Sonoma Valley is the perfect place to winegrapes. Then, we’ll sit to create unique blends from wines that have been aged in separate barrels to craft your own red blend using Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec Petit Verdot and/or Cabernet Franc to place your own signature style into a Bordeaux based red blend. Each person will hand-cork their own bottle of wine and take it home to share. No previous wine experience is necessary - perfect for all levels of wine experience and interest. Other things to note: You'll blending will be guided by one of our knowledgeable team members. Bring comfortable shoes, a hat, sunscreen, and a camera. The tour starts at 10am sharp! *Please inquire for large parties or corporate groups by contacting us through the Airbnb site.

5 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviews

French Omelets, Benedicts & Egg Cookery

You will learn all about egg cookery so you can get that pleat in your chefs hat. You will learn an amazingly easy way to boil an egg so it is easy to peel. I will teach you how to make perfect poached eggs so you can make eggs Benedict even for a party. We will make Hollandaise sauce for your Benedicts. You will learn the way to make a perfect French-style omelet, your grand achievement. You will each make your own omelet to enjoy while you are here. Most people have never eaten a properly cooked French-style omelet, let alone know how to cook one! You will get to do both!! All of these processes are ones very difficult for the average home cook to master without this kind of one-on-one training. You will leave confident and able to cook eggs the right way. Other things to note This is an active hands on cooking experience so please wear comfortable shoes. Aprons will be provided, as will written notes and recipes.Since this class is focused on eggs, it is not suitable for Vegans, but will work out fine for Vegetarians. Do let me know if you are a vegetarian or other.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 156 reviews

Roast Your Own Coffee

If you’ve ever wondered how to roast coffee at home, this coffee class near San Francisco will teach you everything you need to know! In this fun, hands-on workshop you will learn a new skill and roast your own batch of coffee. Enjoy a barista-crafted coffee while examining several popular home-roasting methods, some using tools easily found in many homes. This roasting class is great for beginners, and questions are welcome on any aspect of coffee. As you gather around an open roaster, your senses will come alive as you witness the mesmerizing transformation of green coffee beans into rich, aromatic browns. You'll gain a deeper understanding of the roasting process and its impact on flavor profiles. Next, your guide will explain how to use a handheld roaster over an open-flame stove. Now you take charge as the coffee maestro by pre-heating your ceramic roaster, adding raw beans, and applying a gentle motion while watching the progress of your roast develop to the level you desire. When your session ends you will leave as an accomplished coffee roaster with your personally roasted beans plus a bag of green beans to roast at home. It makes a great birthday gift idea and is also a great activity for team-building.

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