Wine country getaway

Dining
Dry Creek Kitchen. Don't miss the walk-up window around the corner from the dining room; here at the deli you can buy gourmet products as well as sandwiches and snacks. 317 Healdsburg Ave.; (707) 431-0330.

Manzanita. It's hard to go wrong at this high-style newcomer: Try any of the daily changing wood-fired pizzas or the grilled rabbit stuffed with polenta ― and save room for dessert. Closed Mon-Tue. 336 Healdsburg; (707) 433-8111.

Ravenous. Simple but delicious seasonal food, generous portions, and an intimate, inviting atmosphere make this the local favorite, hands down. The original eight-table restaurant, called Ravenette, now serves lunch. Both closed Mon-Tue. Ravenous: 420 Center St.; (707) 431-1302. Ravenette: 117 North St.; (707) 431-1770.

Zin Restaurant & Wine Bar. Casual restaurant and wine bar with straightforward but tasty blue plate-style dishes that go well with Zinfandel. Closed Tue-Wed. 344 Center; (707) 473-0946.

Foodies' favorites
The Cheese Course. Local artisan and imported cheeses. Ask about scheduled cheese tastings and classes. Closed Tue. 423 Center; (707) 433-4998.

Downtown Bakery & Creamery. Head baker and owner Kathleen Stewart is a Chez Panisse disciple. 308-A Center; (707) 431-2719.

Flying Goat Coffee. Fondly referred to as "the Goat" by locals. Excellent coffee and pastries; hip, modern design. 324 Center; (707) 433-3599.

Jimtown Store. Old-fashioned country store with excellent deli foods. Convenient stop on your way to Alexander Valley wineries. 6706 State 128; (707) 433-1212.

Lodging
 Grape Leaf Inn. Restored 102-year-old Queen Anne has 12 rooms, 5 with fireplaces. An elaborate breakfast is served on china and white linen tablecloths; there's also nightly wine tasting. From $185. 539 Johnson St.; (707) 433-8140.

Hotel Duchamp. Witty, whimsical, and ultramodern art-themed villas―you might even find neon lips over your fireplace. Extras: a wonderful, wholesome breakfast (included) and a lap pool. From $225. 421 Foss St.; (800) 431-9341, (707) 431-1300.

Hotel Healdsburg. This newcomer has 55 rooms; request one that faces the town plaza. Breakfast is included. From $205. 25 Matheson St.; (800) 889-7188, (707) 431-2800.