VALETTE CHEF
DUSTIN VALETTE
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New to cycling, or just want a little extra boost? To take the
adventure further afield without breaking a sweat, book a tour on
Bolo Bikes, electric two-wheelers. Pedaling is effortless—or close to
it—on electric bikes. Their guided tour offers a unique ride through
beautiful Dry Creek Valley with visits to three vineyards to enjoy
delicious wines and taste local culinary delights. The day begins
in Healdsburg, starting with an orientation and familiarization
session with the bike before saddling up, then rolls on to pick up
gourmet picnic supplies at the bustling Dry Creek General Store,
established in 1881.
WINE AND WHALES
Post Ranch Inn, Big Sur and whale watching
Closer to home, book a little getaway to Big Sur, stay at the Post
Ranch Inn (postranchinn.com) where the onsite Sierra Mar Restaurant’s
vast wine collection and sweeping views of the Pacific
make for the perfect perch for whale watching while imbibing.
Luxury meets scenic, natural beauty and a splendid wine cellar
at this refined Central Coast retreat along one of the world’s most