Dan and Jessica, October 17, 2010

Dan and Jessica

We're getting married on Sunday October 17, 2010, at the Charles Krug Winery in St. Helena, CA.
We hope you'll join us for a wonderful weekend in Napa to celebrate.

Saturday, October 16, 2010

6:00pmPizza Party at La Prima Pizza

Sunday, October 17, 2010

Cocktail Attire Requested
3:30pmShuttle boards at Calistoga hotels
3:40pmShuttle leaves Calistoga
4:00-4:30A little nosh before the wedding
4:30-5:00Ceremony
5:00-6:00Cocktail & hors d'oeuvres
6:00-10:00Reception
10:00Shuttle Returns to Calistoga

Logistics


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Pizza Party - Saturday October 16

If you will be in town Saturday night, please join us at La Prima Pizza, 1923 Lake St. Calistoga, CA 94515. La Prima is just a 5 minute walk from the hotels listed below. The party starts at 6:00pm. We'll be outside on the deck, so bring a sweater in case it's chilly.

Ceremony and Reception - Sunday October 17

Charles Krug Winery, 2800 Main Street (Hwy 29), St. Helena, CA 94574 800-682-KRUG

Cocktail attire requested. The ceremony and cocktail hour will take place outdoors, so cheack the weather before you come to town.

Charles Krug Winery is just over 8 miles from the Lodge at Calistoga.

The shuttle buses will board in between the Lodge at Calistoga and the Calistoga Village Inn & Spa, and in front of the Stevenson Manor, at 3:30pm, and will depart for Charles Krug at 3:40pm. Please be on time!

If you prefer to drive, there will be parking available at Charles Krug. From any of the three hotels listed below, head south on Lincoln Ave. (towards downtown Calistoga). Turn left on to the St. Helena Highway (CA Hwy 29 S/ CA Hwy 128 E). Drive seven miles, then Charles Krug will be on your left. Drive up to the tasting room, then turn right. The wedding venue will be directly in front of you. Drive over and park. There will be parking atendant to point you in the right direction.

Hotel

  • The Lodge At Calistoga
  • Calistoga Village Inn & Spa
    • http://www.greatspa.com/
    • 707-942-0991
    • Fri 10/15/10, Sat 10/16/10, Sun 10/17/10: $95
    • Ask for a room with the Albert/Epstein wedding
  • Stevenson Manor
    • http://www.stevensonmanor.com/
    • 707-942-1112
    • Fri 10/15/10, Sat 10/16/10: $250/night. Sun 10/17/10: $160
    • Ask for a room with the Albert/Epstein wedding

Directions

The wedding venue is approximately a 1 1/2 hour drive from the San Francisco, Oakland, and Sacramento airports.

SFO to Charles Krug

101 N. to 80 E. cross Bay Bridge; follow signs to Sacramento; exit onto Hwy 37; turn right on Hwy 29 North; take Highway 29 N and Charles Krug Winery will be on the right side of the street.

OAK to Charles Krug

Take Hwy 880 N. to 980 to 580 W. to 80 E. (Sacramento); exit Hwy 37; turn right on Hwy 29 N., take Highway 29 N and Charles Krug Winery will be on the right side of the street.

Bridesmaids Groomsmen

Kelley Leathers, Maid of Honor

Jason Epstein, Best Man

Caitlin Glasscock

David Sykes, Best Man

Candice Saadian

Benjamin Hill

Debbie Grossman

David Kung

Melissa Walker

Jakob Halpern

Teal Bates

Matthew Pearson

Here are some of our favorite recommendations for things to do, places to go, and what to eat in Napa and Sonoma:


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Wineries

  • Arrowood Vineyards: There is no better place to taste wine than the balcony at Arrowood. Call ahead to reserve an outside table. All of Arrowood's wines are great, but their dessert wines are outrageous.
  • Gundlach Bundschu: Gundlach offers good, relatively inexpensive wines and a fun tasting room.
  • Copain Wine Cellars: Stunning views and great wines at this Healdsburg winery. It's off the beaten path, but well worth it. The "Tous Ensemble" label wines are a great bargain.
  • Mumm Napa: Excellent views and a glass of bubbly. Mumm gets crowded, so come early to start the day off right.
  • Round Pond Estate: Round Pond offers a great wine tasting with a food pairing on their large balcony. They also make lovely olive oils and vinegars. By appointment only.
  • Tres Sabores: One of the most intimate tasting experiences you can find. Taste good, stuastainably-produced wines at a picnic table in the vineyard with the winemaker, her dogs and goats. By appointment only.
  • Whetstone Wine Cellars: After trying these great wines at local restaurants, we tasted the wine with Mr. Whetstone himself before the tasting room opened. Really glad there is a tasting room now so you can try his excellent wines without him.
  • Duckhorn Wine Company: One of our favorite tasting rooms, with table service for wine tasting. Duckhorn is elegant and relaxing at the same time, and has great wines. By appointment only.
  • Cakebread Cellars: Cakebread is a great place to learn about and taste wine. Known for uniquely informative tasting sessions. By appointment only.
  • Chateau Montelena Winery: Featured in the movie Bottleshock, Chateau Montelena is home of the '73 Chardonnay that beat French wines in a blind tasting. The current Chardonnay still lives up to the hype, even though you'll pay a few bucks extra for the schtick.

Restaurants

  • ad hoc: ad hoc is our favorite restaurant anywhere. The food is excellent and the staff are always friendly. If you don't have plans the morning of our wedding, Sunday brunch at ad hoc is your best option in the area.
  • Bottega: Bottega is without a doubt the best new restaurant we've been to in the last year, and likely one of the best in the Bay Area. The food, wine, and service are all excellent.
  • Bouchon Bakery: Mmmmmm. Pretty much some of the best baked goods around. It's very hard not to say "one of each please." Nutter butter, carmel corn, macaroons...
  • the girl & the fig: Nice spot in Sonoma town square for a great meal or a drink in the cozy lounge area.
  • Taylor's Automatic Refresher: Best burgers in Napa. The sweet potato fries are a must-have.
  • Oxbow Public Market: Great foodie destination with shops and restaurants. Our favorites include Three Twins Ice Cream, Roli Roti rotisserie chicken, and another outpost of Taylor's.

Shopping

Here are some of our favorite recommendations for things to do, places to go, and what to eat in San Francisco:

The Ferry Building

The Ferry Building Marketplace at the end of Market St. is, without a doubt, our absolute favorite place to go in San Francisco. It's where we went on our second date. It's where Dan proposed. And it's where you'll find the best Saturday morning brunch in town. If you're spending time in San Francisco the day before our wedding or the weekend after, go to the Ferry Building on Saturday morning and indulge.

Favorite Vendors

Restaurants

This list is a mix of our neighborhood joints and other favorites city-wide, covering just about every type of food. If you're looking for a recommendation for something different, just ask.


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