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We hope to see you next weekend at the 20th Anniversary of our Kitchens in the Vineyards home and garden tour. Ticket sales are now underway for both Friday's Preview Party (4/28/17) and Saturday's self-guided home tour (4/29/17).
To celebrate our 20th Anniversary, we have published a cookbook featuring all the recipes since we began Kitchens in the Vineyards in 1998, including stunning photography of some KITV favorites. The cookbook is now available for purchase online ($35 +$3 packing/shipping for online orders), or on the tour at the "Escape to the Estate" home; both at the Friday night Preview Party, or on Saturday's home tour. The book - aptly titled 'Recipes in the Vineyards' - features more than 150 recipes spanning two decades of top culinary talent in the Napa Valley, and makes a perfect memento or fabulous gift!
Here's an excerpt from the book's introduction:
"This cookbook contains the recipes that have appeared over the past
twenty years. They reflect not only the change in culinary tastes and
ingredients over the years, but the growth of Music in the Vineyards,
Kitchens in the Vineyards and the reputation of the Napa Valley as a
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Our tastings and celebratory cookbook are what help make our event so memorable for our tour-goers, and we are thankful for all the talented chefs who donate their food and their time.
Give us a ring at (707) 258-5559 if you have any questions, and be sure to get your Kitchens in the Vineyards tickets soon!
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A sneak-peek of the 2017 tour homes
SATURDAY'S SELF-GUIDED TOUR (9:30am - 4:30pm): $70
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In-Town Transformation
A small, 1950s home completely overhauled by the owner/designer to maximize indoor-outdoor living with every square foot. Modern sensibilities are warmed by a captivating alchemy of clever materials, surfaces, and textures.
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Sleek Sanctuary
Glass walls, playful design touches, and plenty of natural light fill this modern home designed by award-winning Zak Architecture. Enter through the slatted wood dogtrot, pass the guest quarters, and into the courtyard where a lap pool and lounge area offer sleek elements that compliment the two-story main home.
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Water Tower Retreat
St. Helena's original water tower with L-shaped wings creates the footprint for this stunning retreat home. A bright kitchen with clerestory windows opens to the entertaining patio and pool area. Step over to the guest home where a red spiral staircase beckons you up each of the three stories.
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California Mediterranean
This two-story villa blends warm, earthy elements that embody the romanticism of the South of France. A sycamore-lined, walled entry gives way to a lush courtyard with potted topiary, a pool, entertaining patio, and guest quarters.
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Escape to the Estate
This newly constructed, wine country estate home features a sumptuous blend of modern elements, open concept living, and farmhouse elegance. The park-like acre of land offers a pool and spa, outdoor kitchen and fire pit, separate guest/pool house, barn, outdoor showers, and panoramic vineyard views.
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20th Anniversary Preview Party
Friday, April 29, 4:00 p.m. at Robert Mondavi Winery
TICKETS: $250
Looking for a more exclusive and luxurious tour of the homes? Join us for our very special 20th anniversary Preview Party at Robert Mondavi Winery.
We start with a private, champagne guided
tour of this year's five stunning homes all in St. Helena aboard luxury mini-coaches, with wine
flowing all evening long! Return for a sunset reception and an exciting 20th Anniversary Raffle followed by a wine-paired dinner by chef Jeff Mosher in the picturesque Margrit Mondavi Room.
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Why we do this...
MUSIC IN THE VINEYARDS
Kitchens in the Vineyards
is hosted in support of
Music in the Vineyards, our nationally-acclaimed chamber music festival celebrating its 23rd season this August 4 - 27, 2017. The festival features nearly 40 world-class musicians, colorful and informative commentary, intimate winery venues, and complimentary wine at intermission. Funds raised from both Saturday's home tour and Preview Party benefit
Music in the Vineyards and our community outreach programs.
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