ACTIVITY GUIDE FALL 2015
SIP & SAVOR
Santé MICHELIN
“……….each dish is refined and focused on presenting a high level of sophistication, as haute techniques meet high-end ingredients…. descriptions are exacting in their ability to convey the many harmonious components of each plate……….”
38 North Michelin-rated and ranked amongst the Top 100 Restaurants by the San Francisco Chronicle, Santé, has earned a national reputation for outstanding food. Literally meaning “to your health,” the recently renovated restaurant is a celebration of innovative California cuisine and good taste. Chef Andrew Cain showcases the region’s abundant local products and world-famous wines. The menu reflects a commitment to sourcing ingredients locally and organically.
IN-ROOM DINING
Named for the temperate latitude of the 38th parallel, 38 North features 50 exclusive wines by the glass preserved in our Wine Emotion dispensers along with a food menu built to match the style of each wine. Featuring a selection of signature cocktails created using seasonal herbs and fresh juices.
In-Room Dining is the ultimate experience in convenience and comfort. Offering healthful and delicious cuisine with a variety that will satisfy individual appetite desires.
Open Daily 5pm-11pm Hours may vary
Set in the handsome Sonoma Golf Clubhouse, the Clubhouse Restaurant features a wonderful selection of Wine Country Cuisine; the perfect option for a meal or light snack after a day on the course.
9:00pm nightly Dinner: 6:00pm-9:00pm Reservations suggested santediningroom.com 707-939-2415
6:00am-11:00pm
SONOMA GOLF CLUB GRILL
Breakfast: 7:00am-11:00am Lunch: 11:00am-3:00pm All Day Dining: 3:00pm-6:00pm Daily
SPA CAFÉ &
Santé is delighted to introduce Sunday Brunch. Chef de Cuisine, Andrew Cain prepares inspired dishes including Maine Lobster Eggs Benedict, Smoked Salmon and English Cucumber Remoulade and Omelet du Jour in addition to perhaps the finest house-made pastries, north of the Golden Gate. Prepared to order, each of the three- courses may be perfectly paired with (limitless) Gloria Ferrar Sparkling Wine or Laurent Perrier Champagne. Three- courses from $45.00 per person, complemented with limitless Gloria Ferrar Sparkling Wine from $69.00. Sunday Brunch: 10:00am-2:00pm (offered seasonally) Reservations suggested santediningroom.com 707-939-2415
RESTAURANT
A locals’ favorite, the Big 3 has been pleasing customers for over 50 years with its casual bistro atmosphere, hearty country breakfasts and eclectic American cuisine. Our famous Lemon Pancakes, Eggs Benedict, and Homemade Macaroni & Cheese are all specialties. Breakfast: 7:00am-11:00am Daily All-Day Brunch: 11:00am-2:00pm Daily
WATER TOWER BAR
Aside both the main and spa pools are casual dining options that provide guests light menu selections while enjoying the spectacular outdoor setting. We invite all guests to join us in the Lobby daily from 4:30pm-5:30pm for complimentary wine tastings, showcasing the Valley’s finest accomplishments.
MICHELIN-RATED WINE COUNTRY CUISINE
CALENDAR OF LOCAL EVENTS -
FALL 2015
29TH ANNUAL WINE COUNTRY FILM FESTIVAL September 16 – 21, 2015 wcff.us/2015/ Known as a Sonoma County cultural treasure, WCFF offers a carefully curated program of films, master classes, stimulating discussion and special events, often accompanied by live entertainment, dance performances, art exhibition and food and wine the region is famous for.
SONOMA MUSIC FESTIVAL October 2 – 4, 2015 sonomamusicfestival.com Bruce Cohn and B.R. Cohn Charity Events are proud to announce the 2015 Sonoma Music Festival, October 2-4 held at the Field of Dreams near downtown Sonoma. Appearing as the successor to Bruce’s fabled 28-year winery fall festival, this exciting year features Chicago and America on Friday evening October 2, doors at 4p.m. show goes until 10 p.m. Ringo Starr and His All-Starr Band with Pablo Cruise on Saturday afternoon and evening October 3, doors at 4p.m. show goes until 10 p.m. and the Doobie Brothers with Michael McDonald, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Gregg Allman, the Edgar Winter Band and Tommy Castro & the Painkillers, Sunday afternoon October 4, doors at 11 a.m. and the show goes until 6:30 p.m. - See more at: www.sonomamusicfestival.com/#sthash.MisINCrg.dpuf.
SONOMA COUNTY HARVEST FAIR October 2 - 4, 2015 sonomacounty.com/articles/taste-award-winning-wine-and-food-sonom a-county-harvest-fair Celebrate the abundant and delectable Wine Country harvest with wine tasting and food pairings at the annual Sonoma County Harvest Fair in Santa Rosa, California. This three-day event features vintages from more than 150 wineries, craft beer and cider tasting, food pairings, chef demonstrations, seminars by wines experts, and more.
WILLOW STREAM SPA SPA BOUTIQUE SPECIAL EVENTS: September 19th, 1-5pm, San Francisco designer Mabel Chong will be on site - recognized for her meticulous handiwork, delicate designs and bold and unexpected use of colorful gemstones.
Willow Stream Spa at Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn reflects the magic of our unparalleled surroundings, our unique brand of luxury and outstanding service. Energy inspired spa experiences draw from the power and beauty of the Sonoma Valley. We invite you to find your energy at Willow Stream Spa.
BOUTIQUE The Spa Boutique, located adjacent to the spa rotunda, offers a complete line of resort wear, gift items and our signature Apricot & Cream products. Guests are also invited to shop online at smiretail.com.
October 3rd, 12-4pm and December Kathy Kamei Designs Jewelry trunk show will be on hand with beautiful Balinese two-tone jewelry. November 12, 12-4pm, Mala and Mantra, a stunning collection of luxury mala bead jewelry handmade, hand-knotted gemstones, sustainable and fair traded. December 12th, 10am-4pm, High Chi Energy is an interactive collection of jewelry helping the wearer release stress on the emotional, mental, physical and spiritual levels.
SONOMA GOLF CLUB
An ultra-premium golf destination, the pristine 18-hole course is former host of the PGA Champions Tour Charles Schwab Cup and is for the exclusive use of members and resort guests. This classic and challenging par 72 course is rated Four-Star by Golf Digest. The Sonoma Golf Club also features a handsome Clubhouse serving breakfast, lunch and light fare. Reservations: Please stop by or phone the Concierge Desk at in-house extension 2407
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Fitness
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Willow Stream Spa at Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn is the ultimate spa resort destination. Blessed by natural mineral hot springs and rated amongst the Top Spas by Travel + Leisure Magazine the famed Willow Stream Spa is beautifully designed with many amenities to promote health, relaxation and rejuvenation. The tranquility and beauty is echoed throughout the 40,000-square-foot (3,700-square-meter) resort facilities, which offer endless opportunities to find your energy—whether it’s relaxing by the inviting fireplace, soaking in our mineral baths and Watsu® pool, or indulging in one of our signature treatments.
FALL FITNESS SCHEDULE Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
8:00
Yoga
Yoga
Yoga
Yoga
Yoga
Yoga
Yoga
9:00
Water Yoga
Water Yoga
Water Yoga
Views & Vistas
Overlook Trail
Views & Vistas
Overlook Trail
Water Yoga
Water Yoga
Yoga
Yoga
Water Yoga
HIKES* 8:00 10:00
Quarryhill Botanical Garden
Views & Vistas
Overlook Trail
AFTERNOON 3:00 4:00
Yoga
Yoga
Yoga
Yoga
Yoga
Fitness classes listed in the above schedule are held in our Spa Fitness Studio. Water Yoga classes are held in our Watsu Pool (weather permitting). Athletic footwear required in the workout room and for most classes. * Please phone Spa Reservations to inquire about bike tours.
HIKING
Complimentary guided hikes are available for hotel guests every day of the week with varying degrees of difficulty. Please reserve your space by phoning Spa Reservations at (877) 289-7354 or by contacting the Hotel Concierge. Reservations are required; availability is limited. *See the table above for details. Hikes include transportation to and from trailhead locations (six guests). Meet in Hotel Lobby 10 minutes prior to departure. Please note that the minimum age for hiking guest is 10 years of age.
*For safety and guest experience satisfaction, we are limiting the number of participants to six so that we may transport guests to and from the hike, and while we will do our best to accommodate drop-in guests, we request that all guests make advance reservations.
PRIVATE HIKES
Private Custom Hikes are available upon request, please inquire with spa reservations. 5 person minimum, $99/ person
BIKING Morning Bike Tour (11 mile round trip), 8:00am - 10:00am, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday (Not available on Tuesday and Thursday).
Tour the back roads of the beautiful Sonoma Valley. Vineyards surround you as you ride through the oldest operating vineyard in California. Enjoy a short break as well as a lovely view of the valley. Please book your bike tour by phoning Spa Reservations at (877) 289-7354 or by contacting the Hotel Concierge. Fees apply. Bikes are equipped with packs and water. Helmets are provided and required. Two person minimum or Bike Tour is subject to cancellation. Please note minimum age for biking guests is 16 years of age. Custom Bike Tours available - inquire with Spa Reservations.
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Fitness FALL FITNESS WORKSHOPS Aqua Zen Exploring the Dance Between Venus and Mars Improve Your Game Introduction to Qigong & Sound Healing Journey Through the Chakras with Kundalini Yoga Jupiter Enters Virgo Longevity Yoga Pilates Relationship Secrets Restorative and Yin Yoga Seasonal Yoga Detox Spirit of Aloha Sound Healing Journey Yoga for Insomnia Yoga of Sound, Healing and Water Yoga Your Fluid Nature
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Thursdays 9/24, 10/22 Sunday 11/8
11a-12:15p 2p–4p
Sunday Sundays
11/8 10/18, 11/29
11a-1p 11a-1p
Sunday Sunday Sunday Sundays Fridays Sundays Sunday Sunday Sunday Sunday Sunday Thursday Thursday
10/4 9/27 10/25 10/04, 12/06 11/20, 12/05 9/20, 10/18, 11/15 12/20 10/25 9/27 11/29 9/13, 12/13 9/17 10/29
1:30p-3:30p 1p-3p 1:30p-3:30p 11a-1p 2p-4p 1p-3p 11a-1p 11a-1p 10a-12p 1:30p-3:30p 11a-1p 2p-4p 2p-4p
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS Aqua Zen
In the Watsu mineral water pool, experience a fusion of ancient movement forms, (Yoga and Tai Chi,) and more contemporary mind/body movement, (Pilates and Qigong).
Exploring the Dance Between Venus and Mars
In this workshop Wendy will talk about the relationship between Venus and Mars in the birth chart. Venus is the planet that rules love, attraction, affection, creativity and money. Mars is the planet of desire, energy, assertion and male energy. Please bring your birth chart!
Improve Your Game
For all Tennis & Golf enthusiasts as well as weekend warriors. Together we will use strengthening and toning yogic practices, as well as myofascial release work to improve our range of motion in movements.
Introduction to Qigong & Sound Healing
The practice coordinates slow and flowing movement, stretches and deep rhythmic breathing, and visualization and generates a calm, meditative state of mind.
Journey Through the Chakras with Kundalini Yoga
Kundalini Yoga is known as the yoga of awareness. A dynamic style incorporating breath, movement, meditation and chanting. We will balance and harmonize our chakras and move energy into our aura for health and healing. Our practice will end with a symphonic gong healing. Please come to class with an empty stomach.
Jupiter enters Virgo
This yearly visit through this sign gives us an opportunity to improve our daily life whether it is exercise, diet, work, organization or habits.
Longevity Yoga
Practice the “Secrets of the Masters” for vitality, rejuvenation and longevity.
Pilates
Connect deeply into your core muscles, utilizing more of your core in each Pilates exercise for a more efficient and effective workout.
Relationship Secrets
Come and discover the secrets to successful love.
* All workshops listed carry a fee of $60.00 per person inclusive of bathhouse/pools/fitness facility usage.
Restorative and Yin Yoga
Long held poses (yin) allow for a deep opening in the body. Restorative postures release held tension in the body creating more flow of energy... Both relax the mind and free the breath.
Seasonal Yoga Detox
As the seasons change, it is beneficial to balance our bodies by using the sciences of Yoga and Ayurveda. Each workshop will include pranayama, asanas and meditations designed to help us detox and transition renewed. Please eat 3-4 hours before class and be prepared to sweat.
Spirit of Aloha
Hear the ancient chants and learn the friendly rituals. Hear the ancient chants and learn the friendly rituals.
Sound Healing Journey
Relax and rejuvenate with the healing vibrations of Tibetan bowls, a 38" planetary Sun gong, bells, chimes, drums, rattles, rain stick, Peruvian whistling vessel, and voice. The harmonic resonance will permeate every cell in the body, leaving you in a state of bliss..
Yoga for Insomnia
In this class, we will practice asanas, breathing practices and meditation that are geared for helping you fall asleep quickly, sleep more deeply through the night and wake up refreshed.
Yoga of Sound, Healing and Water Yoga
Join us for Gentle Yoga, Chants or Toning in the Yoga Tradition, and peaceful Flute Music or a crystal bowl healing during your Deep Relaxation. The last portion of class will be spent in our thermal pool practicing water yoga.
Your Fluid Nature
Explore the fluid nature of our bodies through the use of balls and foam rollers, to hydrate our connective tissues and to “iron out” our kinks in certain asanas. The last half hour of class we will take our practice to the thermal pool to enjoy water yoga.