Napa Local (2025)

19/08/2025

Meet Amador and Antonio Pelayo, the brothers behind 🌮 A family run food truck serving up bold flavors, cultural pride, and joy in every bite right here in Napa. 🇲🇽
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What started as a backyard passion project inspired by their parents’ recipes became a full fledged business in 2015, when Amador had just graduated high school and Antonio was still a student. Nearly 10 years later, their truck at 751 Jackson St. is a go-to for locals craving authentic food from Autlán, Jalisco, made with love and roots that run deep. From house grown veggies to their now iconic mariachi inspired rebrand, everything they serve tells a story of family, culture, and resilience. 🌹🎺
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For the Pelayo brothers, Napa is home. Born and raised here, they’ve built a business that gives back to the community that raised them. Keeping tradition alive, making great food accessible, and creating spaces for people to feel seen, fed, and celebrated. And yes, they’ll always say yes to live music, farm animals, and customers tagging them when “El Muchacho Alegre” plays at the party. 🎶
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Next time you’re hungry for some authentic amazing Mexican food , head to and experience the joy yourself.
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🕒 Hours:
Mon–Sat: 10 AM – 8 PM
📍751 Jackson St., Napa
📞 (707) 690-7612
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01/08/2025

Meet Cara Mae Wooledge, Executive Director of 👒 A passionate community leader making sure everyone in Napa has access to fresh, local, sustainably grown food. 🌱
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The Napa Farmers Market has been a local staple since 1986, and under Cara Mae’s leadership, it’s more than just a market… it’s a movement. With roots in the market since 2018, she stepped into the Executive Director role in 2023, leading with purpose, equity, and an unwavering belief in a better future for all. From farm-fresh produce to artisan goods, the market connects our community directly to the source rain or shine.☀️🌧️
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For Cara Mae, this is personal. She’s spent the past 18 years building deep roots in Napa, and she shows up for her neighbors with action and authenticity (and a really great hat). And yes, her high school superlative was “Most Likely to Start a Revolution” and honestly, she’s living up to it in the best way. 🧡
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Next time you’re at , say hi to Cara Mae and soak in the energy of one of Napa’s most inclusive and inspiring community spaces.
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🕒 Market Hours:
Saturdays Year-Round
Tuesdays (April–Dec)
8 AM – 12 PM, Rain or Shine
📍Downtown Napa
👒 Look for the giant hat!
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07/07/2025

Meet Ariella Wolkowicz, founder of 🥯 The bagel queen of Napa Valley bringing the East Coast bite to Wine Country mornings since 2016.
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What started as a single Tuesday pop up at the Napa Farmers Market has grown into a five day a week operation spanning multiple markets, wholesale partners (including NVUSD 👏), and a growing catering arm. Ariella’s mission? To make real bagels the right way, hand-rolled, cold proofed for up to 24 hours, boiled, baked, and served with house made schmears, lox, seasonal sandwiches, and holiday pastries that hit just right. 😍
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For Ariella, Toasted is about more than bagels… it’s about authenticity, community, and celebrating small batch food done well. On her rare days off, you’ll probably find her catching up on sleep or visiting other local restaurants and coffee spots around town. And fun fact? She’s a master bagel baker who’s never nailed a sourdough loaf. (Relatable.)
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Next time you’re chasing that perfect bagel, check out at your local farmers market or order for delivery Friday–Tuesday across Napa Valley. 🔥
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🕒 Weekly Pop-Ups + Markets:
Fri: 6:30–11:30AM + Sonoma Market 9AM–12:30PM
Sat: Napa Farmers Market 8AM–12PM
Sun: Marin Civic Center Market 8AM–1PM
Tues: Napa Farmers Market 8AM–12PM
🚚 Delivery Available Fri–Tues throughout Napa Valley
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04/07/2025

Meet Derek Bromley, founder of ☕🎸A Napa local who took his love for coffee and rock & roll and turned it into one of the most beloved roasters in Wine Country.
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After a successful career in the wine world, Derek felt coffee calling. He launched Ohm Coffee Roasters in 2016 with a dream, a Craigslist truck, and a spot at the Napa Farmers Market… and it took off. Fast forward to today: Ohm has two cafes (with more on the way), a roastery offering tours, and serves top cafes, wineries, and hotels throughout Napa and Sonoma. From BottleRock events to nationwide subscriptions, Ohm is known for delivering high-quality, no-pretense coffee that truly amplifies your day. ⚡
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For Derek, coffee is about more than caffeine, it’s about connection, quality, and doing good in the community. He’s also lead guitarist in local band @ mamasaidbandnv, and when he’s not roasting or rocking out, he’s hiking, biking, or kayaking with his family through Napa’s stunning landscapes.
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Next time you’re looking for a pour that hits right, swing by and get yourself an Extraordinary Coffee Experience. ☕
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🕒 Ohm Napa SoFi Hours:
Mon–Fri: 7 AM – 6 PM
Sat–Sun: 8 AM – 7 PM
📍Catch them at Napa Farmers Market too!
📧 [email protected]
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01/07/2025

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30/05/2025

Meet Vicki Vasser, the powerhouse behind the scenes at 💪🚗 and the sister of racing legend, Jimmy Vasser.
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While Jimmy made history on the IndyCar track, winning the 1996 CART World Series and later leading a GT3 Lexus team in IMSA. It’s Vicki who keeps the dealership running like a well oiled machine. Since 1998, the Vasser family has been committed to bringing championship level service to Napa locals, and Vicki ensures that every customer is treated like family. 💛
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is one of the few locally owned and operated dealerships left in town, offering that perfect blend of elite professionalism and small-town warmth. Whether you’re shopping for a new car or getting trusted service, Vicki and the team make sure Napa drivers are always in good hands. 🙌
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Next time you’re in the market for a car or just want to experience a dealership that puts community first, head over to . 🏁
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🕒 Sales Hours:
Mon–Sat: 9 AM – 7 PM
Sun: 11 AM – 7 PM
🛠 Service & Parts Hours:
Mon–Fri: 7:30 AM – 6 PM
Sat: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Sun: Closed

02/05/2025

Meet Ryan Harris and Kevin Folan, co founders of 🥪 A local favorite serving up sandwiches with soul in the heart of Napa.✨
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Contimo Provisions was born from a simple idea: Napa needed a place that felt easygoing but didn’t compromise on quality. With a belief that sandwiches are the most democratic (and delicious) food, Ryan and Kevin set out to build something that brings people together over thoughtfully made, ingredient driven meals. From housemade biscuits to craft cookies, every bite is made with intention. 🙌
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Their mission? To create a community space outside of work and home where people can gather, laugh, and enjoy food that’s consistently excellent. 🌟 Fueled by kindness, quality, and a deep love for their town, these two are all about leveling up the everyday lunch and rumor has it, one was a pro athlete and the other won a 5th grade Nobel Prize. 👀 You guess who’s who.
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Next time you’re craving a sandwich that hits different, head over to . And if you’re lucky, you might catch one of their occasional night events too. 🥖
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🕒 Business Hours:
Tuesday–Saturday: 8 AM – 3 PM
📍 Downtown Napa
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29/04/2025

Meet Catie Taylor, Lisa (not pictured), Tad (not pictured), and Sammy Consani, the family behind , a locally rooted gifting company bringing the flavors and charm of wine country to doorsteps across the U.S. 🎁🍷
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After decades of success in the gifting world (including selling past businesses to Wine.com and Hickory Farms), Lisa founded Napa Sonoma Supply in 2023 to celebrate the craftsmanship of Napa and Sonoma. With her daughter Sammy stepping in to lead design and community engagement, this woman owned, family run business is curating gifts that blend elegance, creativity, and heart. From wine-paired gourmet boxes to dog and human sets for the pet obsessed. 🐶💝
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For the Consani family, Napa is more than home …it’s a way of life. Whether entertaining friends, sipping wine in the sun, or mentoring the next generation, their business is built on gratitude, kindness, and sharing the spirit of wine country with the world. 🌿
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Next time you’re looking for a thoughtful gift (or just want to spoil someone in style🤪), check out or swing by during the week! 🎁
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🕒 Business Hours:
Monday–Friday: 11 AM – 4 PM
Weekends by Appointment
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26/04/2025

Meet Julissa and Will Marcencia, co-founders of 📻 The powerhouse behind Napa Valley’s favorite local radio stations: and .media 🎶✨
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After leaving their corporate careers in LA, Julissa and Will packed up their dreams (and their dog, Honey 🐾) and headed to Napa in 2017, where they launched Wine Down Media. Their mission? To inform, entertain, and empower Napa’s English and Spanish-speaking communities, while giving local businesses the tools to connect and grow through radio and digital media.🙌 From launching the Valley’s first all Latin music festival to providing real-time updates during wildfires, they’ve made Wine Down Media a trusted voice in the community.
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For Julissa and Will, Napa is where passion meets purpose.💛 Whether they’re hosting an event downtown, playing great music 24/7, or exploring local parks with their daughter Livvy, they’re all about building strong, vibrant connections. And fun fact: they legally combined their last names to become Marcencia, how cool is that? 🙌
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Next time you’re tuning in, catch on 99.3 FM “The Vine” or 1440 AM “MegaMix” bringing Napa Valley together, one song at a time. 🎧
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🕒 Office Hours:
Monday–Friday: 9 AM – 5 PM
🎶 Stations stream 24/7 at 993thevine.com + kvon.com
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18/04/2025

Meet Arthur and Luisine Hartunian, the dynamic duo behind 🍋🍸and the heart and soul of Napa Valley Distillery, home to The ArBARetum, The Club Room, and The Hollywood Room!✨
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What started as a friendly poker bet to make the best Limoncello in the world turned into a platinum award-winning Meyer lemon liqueur and a life-changing move to Napa Valley. With a shared love for cocktails and old-world techniques, Arthur and Luisine built a company rooted in quality, curiosity, and one core principle: Make it Different. 🙌 From small-batch spirits to unforgettable tasting experiences, every part of the distillery reflects their love for community and connection.
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For Arthur and Luisine, Napa is more than home, it’s family.💛 Through floods, fires, and everything in between, they’ve remained committed to giving back to the place that’s given them so much. Whether they’re mixing drinks or mixing stories with guests, their passion for gathering people around a table (or bar!) is what makes feel like a second home. 🥂
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Next time you’re downtown, pull up a seat at and experience Napa spirits like never before. 🍸
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🕒 ArBARetum Hours:
Sunday–Thursday: 12 PM – 10 PM
Friday–Saturday: 12 PM – 12 AM
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16/04/2025

Meet Henry Edward Dever IV, founder of .mori.tattoo 🖋️ A welcoming, top tier tattoo studio located right here in Napa’s Old Adobe Plaza.
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After working at another local shop for 17 years, Henry found himself at a crossroads when it closed in 2020 during the height of the pandemic. Instead of seeing an ending, he saw an opportunity. With the support of his team: Dan, Blair, Perry, and his wife Meghan, he opened Memento Mori Tattoo, creating a space where people from all walks of life feel comfortable, inspired, and confident they’ll leave with art they love.🖤
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For Henry, this shop is more than a business, it’s a piece of home. Born and raised in Napa, he’s proud to serve the community he grew up in. When he’s not at the studio, you’ll find him spending time with his wife and four kids, catching a 49ers game, or enjoying one of Napa’s many great restaurants. Memento Mori is rooted in family, artistry, and trust making it a must-visit for anyone looking to get inked in the Valley.✨
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Next time you’re ready for a new piece, stop by .mori.tattoo or book online!
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🕒 Business Hours: Open 7 Days a Week: 11 AM – 7 PM

📍Located in the Old Adobe Plaza

📞 (707) 913-4013
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03/04/2025

Meet Katherine and Jeanne, two of the many talented artists behind 🎨✨, a co-op gallery powered by passion, community, and over 77 years of local art history.
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Art Gallery Napa Valley is a program of the nonprofit Napa Valley Art Association, founded by a group of artists who wanted to support and uplift one another and the creative spirit of Napa. Today, it’s home to 50+ artists working in watercolor, acrylic, oil, photography, ceramics, glass, and more. Each gallery member volunteers their time, serving as docents and sales reps while showcasing their incredible work.🖼️
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For the NVAA, art is more than just a visual experience, it’s a way to connect, express, and give back. Proceeds from art sales help fund scholarships for local students pursuing careers in the arts, and the association continues to be an all volunteer organization committed to making art accessible to all.💛
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Next time you’re strolling downtown, stop by to meet artists like Katherine and Jeanne and experience the heart of Napa’s creative community. 🎨
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🕒 Gallery Hours:
Winter (Dec–March): 10 AM – 5 PM
Spring–Fall: 10 AM – 6 PM
(Open 7 days a week!)
More info:
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