Calistoga in Pictures

Despite several close calls, I was able to keep our weekend destination a secret from Cole until we were about 5 miles away from Calistoga.  The weekend was great, even with chilly, rainy weather.  It was a nice way to see Napa, all glistening from the rain and with mist descending on the hills.  Still, I want to go back this summer when it's sunny (and warm) to ride bikes between the wineries.

What we did:

• Got tasty donuts for the drive from SF to Calistoga
• Strolled along Lincoln Avenue, looking at shops (I found an antique necklace and plate)
• Made friends with a lady selling Oaxacan wares in a tiny old house
• Had drinks and lunch at Miguel's (mole enchiladas and a chile relleno...mmm)
• Wine tasting at Cuvaison
• Fudge at the Candy Cellar and coffee at Yo el Rey
• Enjoyed the spa and sauna at our hotel
• Watched some trash on cable in our room
• Dinner and drinks at the Calistoga Inn
• Mud baths, mineral baths, and blanket wraps at Dr. Wilkinson's.

Oh, and Cole indulged me on the way home by stopping at an amazing sixties relic of a mall along the 101.  It was like the California version of Christown.