Photo courtesy of Vista Collina Resort
Ah, fall. It sure is a special time of year in Napa Valley, bringing an unmistakable liveliness to the area as grapes are harvested and crushed, the vineyards change to vibrant shades of orange, and wineries welcome visitors to enjoy the fruits of their labor through a fun line-up of events. Adding to the festive spirit of the season is Napa’s Vista Collina Resort, where a full calendar of fall activities and events will have you celebrating well into the holiday season.
Vista Collina Resort has only been open for just over a year, but it’s certainly made its mark in the area. Not only does the Resort offer spacious rooms and suites conveniently located just a few minutes from downtown Napa, but there’s also a wide range of plush amenities to make a stay here extra special — a luxurious pool and cabanas, a Food & Wine Center offering culinary experiences, fitness center, and The Village offering eight wine tasting rooms and a brewery, to name a few.
This fall, Vista Collina Resort is hosting a wide variety of fun events and happenings to help you embrace the autumn season, catering to everyone from couples to families, wine enthusiasts to tequila fans.
October 6, 2019, 10 AM – 12 PM
Cost: $90 per person
Looking for a fun day spent baking and sipping bubbly? Then look no further than the Brunch + Bubbles hands-on cooking class, led by Vista Collina Resort’s Chef de Cuisine, Mackenzie Rupp, who will guide you through three Napa-inspired brunch recipes. Afterwards, you’ll get to savor your creations during a three-course meal with sparkling wine pairings.
October 11, 2019, 7 – 9 PM
Cost: $90 per person
Master the art of everyone’s favorite Mexican staple — the taco — during this fun-filled cooking class inspired by South of the Border. Chef Rupp will be on hand to share tips and tricks for creating the perfect taco before ending class with a multi-course Mexican meal paired with tequila-based cocktails.
October 13, 2019, 1 – 3 PM
Cost: $45 per adult, $20 per child
Expect house-made sandwiches, freshly baked cookies, and storytelling by a princess during this magical afternoon fit for wannabe princesses (and princes). There will be tea, juice for the littles, and sparkling wine for the adults, in addition to a mini cooking demonstration for all to enjoy. The cherry on top? Everyone will get a sweet treat to take home.
October 19, 2019, 6 – 9 PM
Cost: $90 per person
No need to be intimidated, because this pasta-making class will show you just how easy it is to whip up fresh pasta at home. You’ll start by preparing the perfect pasta dough before learning from the experts on how to shape and cut the pasta. After the hands-on portion of the class, sit back, relax, and savor a rustic and refined three-course Italian dinner that you can proudly say you helped create, along with a glass of wine to wash it all down.
October 25, 2019, 6 – 8 PM
Cost: $45 per adult, $20 per child
Let your kids don their favorite superhero gear, then prepare to get your hands dirty during this collaborative culinary experience for the whole family. You’ll spend the evening making pizzas, storytelling, eating, and making memories. There will even be a surprise visit from a Superhero to entertain the kids, plus beer and wine on hand for the adults.
October 26, 2019, 12 – 7 PM
Cost: Free admission, $3+ for carnival games, $25 for Kid’s All Access Pass
Fall in Wine Country isn’t just for adults, so bring the whole family down to The Village at Vista Collina for some good old-fashioned fall festival fun. Expect carnival games, a bounce house, face painting, Halloween crafts, and cookie decorating, while live music and food from The Village Food Truck add to the celebration. Costumes are encouraged!
October 27, 2019, 6 – 8 PM
Cost: $90 per person
Learn to “trick” and “treat” your guests to a Spooktacular meal during this festive Halloween-inspired, hands-on cooking class with Chef Rupp. The evening includes all you’ll need to know to make a fun and delicious three-course Halloween dinner with wine pairings at home, which you’ll of course get to taste the evening of.
Stay up to date by visiting the Vista Collina website for a full list of fall events.
Clearly, there is no shortage of fun to be had when you stay at Vista Collina Resort, so don’t miss their limited-time ‘Fall Into Savings’ Special Offer, which includes:
Whether you plan to take advantage of the numerous happenings at Vista Collina Resort this October, or simply want to make the Resort your home base during harvest and admire the fall foliage, Vista Collina is making it easier than ever to celebrate the fall season in Napa Valley.
