5 Napa Valley Dishes That Define California Wine Country

Napa Valley is one of America’s most famous food and wine destinations, located north of San Francisco in Northern California. The region is best known for its vineyards and tasting rooms, with Napa Valley tourism sources commonly citing more than 400 wineries and wine tasting rooms across the area. But the food scene is a major part of the draw, too, from fine dining and farm-to-table restaurants to casual local dishes built around seasonal California ingredients.

While wine may be Napa Valley’s biggest calling card, the region’s most memorable meals help explain why travelers plan entire weekends around eating and drinking there. This Seattle Travel feature looks at five dishes closely tied to Napa Valley’s culinary identity, including foods that pair naturally with the area’s wines, reflect its agricultural roots, or show why the valley has become one of the West Coast’s most recognizable food destinations.

Pizza

Cheeses and Charcuterie 

Local Produce

Tacos

Brunch