Here are 172 exciting recipes from the most creative chefs of the California Wine Country.

Recipes for appetizers, soups, salads, pastas & grains, meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and desserts -- each an exciting addition to your culinary repertoire.

Some recipes are quite simple, easy and fast to prepare. Others require more time and effort.

All are innovative and will bring the marvelous cuisine of the California Wine Country into your home