I've had the pleasure of photographing at Capay Valley Ranch many times, and it is truly a…read morefantastic location for any event. The ranch offers a wide variety of spaces, including a beautiful pool, charming white picket fencing, and expansive areas perfect for gatherings. The owners are incredibly nice and easy to communicate with, making the planning process smooth and enjoyable. Highly recommend! I've attached a few photos of some of my work shot at their property.

I had my wedding here in September 2023. We had an amazing experience with Alva and her family…read more Alva was an amazing help and kept in touch during the whole planning process making sure I had everything I needed and even recommended vendors for our event. We picked this venue because she allowed us to express our vision and have our own food which was a HUGE plus because of our personal family tradition that she respected! I truly can't recommend this venue enough it is a beautiful venue and truly brought my vision for our wedding to life. The palm trees were a beautiful touch that made it feel like home. What sold me was the beautiful white roses that lined the aisle. It was something I dreamed about and to find a venue that already had it was amazing! Thank you Alva for making our wedding a truly once in a lifetime event

My sister & I were eating dinner downtown on Sat 4/11 when we decided to treat ourselves by seeing…read moreZZTush $35pp. This is such a cool small venue. I spoke with Paul to see where we should stand to dance, so we wouldn't be blocking anyone's view. He said off to the left side of the stage near the bar, which worked out perfectly since we wanted to order drinks and have a place to set them down. We both got a Long Island Iced Tea $15ea., which wasn't cheap but Jason was a wonderful bartender. The drinks were good & strong! Both Nicole & Jason from Preserve took great care of us at the bar.

We walked past the entrance to Winters Opera House at least twice before we saw a sign indicating…read morethat it was upstairs. Not wanting to negotiate stairs we searched for and found the elevator. Once on the second floor, we learned that we were a half an hour early. Fortunately, there were a couple of chairs. While we waited other people arrived. We discussed the upcoming show and the venue. At the appropriate time we were allowed to go into the opera house. There is not a bad seat in the house. We found a small table with a bowl snacks. I purchased a couple of drinks from the small bar. The show was excellent with very good acoustics. We will return to Winters Opera House when we can.

If you are a bride with high expectations, but want low involvement, Bear Flag Farm is the perfect…read morevenue for you. I recently got married at BFF in June of 2022, and not only was the day absolutely flawless, and beyond my expectations, but the 6-8 months leading up to it were an absolute joy working with Tina and her team at Bear Flag Farm. Highlights: - VENUE- is second to none in wine country, picture the famous lavender fields, beautiful orange orchards, almond groves, sunken rose gardens, and multiple beautiful locations to change up the scenery for you and your guests. BFF is not only gorgeous, but it's exclusive too, this isn't the type of place that manufactures the same wedding every weekend. Each wedding they work on is bespoke, and cared for by their staff and unique to the couple. In addition to this, the venue was super convenient for a bride and her guests (2 huge, new bridal suites make it super easy to get ready with your friends and family), valet parking, and everything handled onsite by Tina and her team. - FLORALS- Not only were the designs next level, but BFF does not hold back on flowers that will blow your mind. When exploring flowers, friends warned me to have low expectations with florals due to budget, but Kathy and her team blew our mind with ginormous, extravagant displays all around the venue, all within budget. People couldn't stop talking about the florals at our wedding, and they were absolutely gorgeous in the photos we just got back - FOOD- the one thing people couldn't forget about our wedding was how amazing the food was. This is not "wedding food", Tina's new catering business has brought in michelin star chefs to bring in a real restaurant food experience to your wedding. Think kennebec chips with caviar, shucked oysters, and black cod. Tina was even able to custom-prepare the Foreign Cinema Madras Curry Fried Chicken as one of the courses, when we mentioned this was special to us because it was the meal we had on our first date. jaw drop. If you want your wedding food to be memorable, beautiful, and delicious, then BFF will prepare food and dessert that's better than some michelin star restaurants in the bay area - STAFF- wow, just wow. For someone who is picky, but didn't want to be a hands on bride, BFF was so easy to work with and so good at putting together the vision and DETAILS I cared about most. Not only was the day run so smoothly, and so much trust was built with Tina, Kathy, and her team, but they were so soooo nice, fun and easy to work with the months leading up to my wedding too. If you want an easy wedding, that is beautiful with beautiful details, this team will put it all together seamlessly. I seriously wish I could work with them every day, beyond just my wedding. Overall, i loved loved having my wedding at BFF. It really is just one day, so choosing the right venue, with an excellent staff is critical in ensuring your wedding is memorable and one of the best days of your life!

Gorgeous setting for my daughter's wedding. I felt as if I had been transported to the South of…read moreFrance.

Sister in law got married here. The inside was beautiful. Out doors was open and spacious. Plenty…read moreof parking for guest. No issues with playing music loud. Congrats newly weds!

My cousin had his wedding here and everything was absolutely breathtaking. The venue is gorgeous. I…read moredidn't get to explore too much in the house but the outside was beautiful.

This is a beautiful venue! I stopped by here with a friend to try their brunch and check out the…read moregrounds. Brunch opens at 10am. They take reservations online but walk-ins too. The server told us they operate out of a food truck. So the menu is limited. But what they make is really good! We ordered the lemonade, chicken and waffles, huevos rancheros divorciados, and the strawberry champagne sherbet. Service was very prompt! The actual menu in-person had a couple items that aren't on the sample menu including a couple more dessert options like fig ice cream. We really liked everything we tried! The portions were pretty good. If coming here for food I'd recommend getting here early since food trucks have limited capacity. You're welcome to stroll around the property both the flower farm and the inn side before or after your meal. The parking situation is a gravel lot. So it may not be the most handicap accessible place. We had a lot of fun stopping by Park Winters. They were setting up for a wedding so the inn side would have been closed for the event starting at 1pm. The check also came with a small map of the property for you to keep. This was very helpful in exploring the property. The only caveat is this is the countryside. Wear long pants or be prepared with insect repellent! Even at 10am in the summer my legs were bitten by mosquitoes. (Type O blood. Mosquito magnet here.) I'd like if they burned some citronella candles to help with mosquitoes. The rest of the dining venue was so thoughtfully designed including timed misters (like at theme parks) to help keep the area cool. Definitely check it out if you're curious or in the area.

Mother's Day brunch: The menu was very small, ran out of multiple items, and, again, it was very…read moresmall; service was all over the place. They comped the meal, and we didn't ask for it; we only wanted to split the check, which was a policy that was never discussed, but their system could do it. So they decided to comp the check, given the many issues. Then the manager calls me after we leave, leaves a message, and says, very passively aggressive, "We comped your meal, but you did not leave the server a tip." Servers live off tips. But don't worry, we took care of her tip. Have a good day." Umm, excuse me? I was a server for over 7 years. First of all, I wouldn't expect a tip after the establishment that failed me by not ensuring they had adequate kitchen supplies to keep a Mother's Day up and running. Additionally, I would have added more staff to the day, which would of course be very busy. And lastly, how are we tipped when you comped the bill and walked away, and nobody had cash? We did not ask for the bill to be comped. So for future reference, dear John I don't recommend calling your customers and bullying them over voicemail. You're the problem, not us.

The easiest 5 star review I've ever left. The friendliest…read morepeople you'll ever meet walking into an establishment. The way they take time to think about every single ingredient going into a cocktail or their food offerings. An extremely nice place to take a date, or your family where you can feel relaxed and accepted, yet not lacking in a beautiful atmosphere. I've met some of my closest friends here! My favorite signature cocktail is the mango jalapeño which they thankfully sell in 4 packs and they taste just as good as if they were made fresh. I'm not scared to try drinks made with liquor that I normally wouldn't drink as they are so scientific about the ingredients going into the cocktail that it flows so nicely! They've turned me back onto whiskey just with how delicious it is. Also they kill it with the gin and vodka flavors. 10/10 will always tell my friends and family to visit when they're in town, and if you're a townie and you haven't been here- wtf are ya doin?

I recently visited Patio29 Spirits Co., and it turned out to be an excellent example of a…read morethoughtfully executed small-batch craft distillery experience. Located in the historic downtown area of Winters, the tasting room blends naturally into the town's relaxed atmosphere while still presenting a polished and professional environment. The space itself is inviting and well-designed, creating a comfortable setting where visitors can slow down, learn about the distillation process, and enjoy the spirits being produced on-site. The moment I walked in, the team welcomed guests warmly and immediately created an environment that felt both educational and social rather than transactional. One of the strengths of Patio29 is the way the staff approach the tasting experience. Rather than simply serving samples, they take time to explain the philosophy behind their distillation methods, ingredient selection, and the development of their spirits. That level of engagement elevates the experience because you begin to appreciate the craftsmanship and intentionality behind each bottle. The conversation naturally flows from the history of the distillery to the production techniques they use, which helps visitors understand how small-batch distillation differs from large commercial operations. The spirits themselves demonstrate strong balance and technical precision. Their vodka stands out for its clean structure and smooth finish, making it enjoyable both neat and as a cocktail base. The gin offers a well-structured botanical profile with bright aromatics and a controlled level of juniper that allows other botanical elements to come forward without overpowering the palate. The cocktail program also deserves recognition because the bartenders clearly understand how to highlight the character of each spirit. Instead of masking the base spirit, the cocktails are constructed to complement and elevate the flavor profile, which is a strong indicator of thoughtful beverage craftsmanship. Another aspect that enhances the experience is the atmosphere. Patio29 manages to create a relaxed social setting that encourages conversation and exploration. It feels like a place where locals gather as much as visitors discovering the town for the first time. The tasting room maintains a balance between professionalism and approachability, making it easy for both experienced spirit enthusiasts and casual visitors to feel comfortable. Overall, Patio29 Spirits Co. delivers a refined yet welcoming craft distillery experience that reflects both technical skill and community-oriented hospitality. The combination of well-executed spirits, knowledgeable staff, and a comfortable environment makes it a destination worth visiting if you are exploring the craft beverage scene in Northern California.

This is the largest hotel in Winters. CA. It is an historical place and they have truly done a…read morewonderful job renovating it and keeping it significantly beautiful. We had to stay here for a conference. This CA town has a population of 7500 people. Everyone knows each other and there are 4-6 big families known here from the town's origination. We were greeted upon arrival at the hotel registration desk. The registration is two large sit down desks with the hotel agents offering a glass of wine at check in. There is 1 restaurant attached to the hotel, and it is only open for most business from 4-9 Mon-Sun. They offer a coffee shop with pastries counter service Mon-Wed 7:30a-11:30a. It's a bit inconvenient because if you work earlier than 7:30, you must walk a block to another place or drive 10 mins to Starbucks. The hotel is beautiful, very minimalistic, rustic modern, and the design is geared towards Wine Vineyard/Tuscan/Farm like decor. There is a common area in the lobby, an outside large patio with a shallow fountain pool. The inside offers a two sides fireplace with seating on both sides. A small corner next to the 2 elevators has 3 tablets that are fixed in place for guests, this seems to be a business corner in the open space. There is also conference space. Our room was nice but when we arrived, the toilet paper stand was on top of the toilet seat. This was very odd at 8:30p since they had several hours to quality check our room before we checked in late at night. The good news is that I had no itchiness after staying here. There was a clean bed, bathroom, desk, and carpet. For our 3 night stay, it was a good experience.

My husband and I were in town for a wedding and booked Hotel Winters since it was close to the…read morevenue. The lobby was clean and parking was abundant. We were able to check in before the standard time and was offered a glass of wine. The room we chose was spacious, the bathroom was clean, and we were happy enough. Our focus was on the wedding so we didn't check out the hotel too much, but we appreciated it for its location, cleanliness, and kind staff.

It doesn't get much better than NK and her team. We wanted to have our Indian fusion wedding at…read morehome but we have a really oddly-laid-out backyard and were feeling really lost / couldn't find inspiration on how to pull it off. I told NK what I was generally looking for and what my budget was, and she ran with it to work her magic. She brought not just one, but two beautiful events to life! Even though I worked with her throughout the planning process, I was still floored at how beautiful everything turned out on the days of the events. NK is organized, thoughtful and wonderfully creative. Paradise Parkway really knocked it out of the park for our wedding. I can't wait to host more events with them! I'll update this review with images once I get them back from our photographer.

NK has been such a great help, not only was she my wedding designer, she was also my wedding…read moreplanner, florist and wedding therapist. My wedding was supposed to happen in October of 2020, but with the pandemic hit hard, we had to unfortunately push the wedding back. So many emotions and thoughts overcame me, it got to the point where we were thinking of just cancelling the wedding and eloping. NK was able to keep me on track and reassured me that everything was going to be ok. We were able to keep in touch via honeybook, facebook and phone and she was responsive to all of those. She assisted me so much, I had to make a very short notice change in venue because my previous venue wasn't going to be open on our wedding day, NK went above and beyond in finding venues that matched my budget and location. Her and her team designed our wedding beautifully and gave suggestions that would not make my wedding look so tacky. She was very personable, giving, professional, and organized, even my vendors were impressed by her! We, no doubt, definitely recommend her!

Great experience decorating at this venue space. The staff was professional, cordial, and easy to…read morework with throughout the entire process. My team and I had the pleasure of creating a beautiful custom backdrop for our client's special celebration, and the venue provided a wonderful setting to bring the design to life. To see more of our work and this event, visit www.fourfortyfourevents.com. -- Four Forty Four Events

We got married earlier this month & loved everything about hiddenbrooke! From the moment we toured…read morethe venue with Brett, we knew it was for us! Throughout the process of planning our big day, Tejoni was incredibly helpful & was always super responsive to our questions and concerns. The day of our wedding was amazing & we didn't have to worry about anything. Tejoni, Brett, our banquet captain, Eric & the entire hiddenbrooke team did a fabulous job and the entire wedding was seamless. We got so many compliments on the food ( it really was the best wedding food we had ever had) and Tejoni & Eric ensured we got to eat and helped us keep the evening organized and that it was everything we wanted it to be. We are so sad our wedding is over because it so wonderful and we 1000% would recommend this venue to anyone and everyone!

We just worked with Curtis and his team for the second year in a row of our SF Food Action Summit…read moreand we cannot sing their praises enough. Curtis and his team are patient, understanding, professional, and capable of making ANYTHING happen! Our summit occurs over 2 full days of breakout sessions and keynote speakers in 3 different rooms. They provided A/V support in each room + recorded each session. This year, we added a massive touchscreen TV which hosted an interactive activity of mapping SF networks (shout out Paul!) and a DJ (shout out James!), which elevated our entire event. Can't recommend this team enough! Hire them!!

Curtis recently DJ'd our wedding in Winters. His music was amazing!!!!!!!!!!! We got so many…read morecompliments about having the best wedding music. The dance floor was full all night long. I really like how Curtis incorporated our song requests in with popular music, and appropriately timed music for different times of the wedding (slower for dinner, etc). He is super easy to reach by text or phone, which is helpful!