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Local And Seasonal Curated Crafted Classes And Workshops

We invite you to really experience your destination: not just by seeing, but by doing. Our trusted collective of local experts lead you through hands-on classes and workshops, where you’ll craft beautiful things, savor what is in season, learn new skills, and form new connections.

Craft Born Of This Place

We exemplify our deep understanding of the region and those characteristics that define it by the way visitors experience the destination through interaction, learning and doing

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Craft Expressed Through Culinary

We excel in delivering distinct culinary expressions of place through authentic local experiences, classes, demonstrations and tastings.

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Craft Of The Locals

Appellation experiences reflect the uniqueness of our destination locales, brought to life inside each of our Maker Spaces by the craftspeople and artisans who call those places home.

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Craft For Community

We are champions of the communities we call home, dedicating our time and energy to local activities, leadership, philanthropy, and service.

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Craft Knits Us Together

Appellation destinations are centers of locality, where residents and visitors alike come together, spend time, and espouse them as their own.

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Savor The Change In Seasons

Seasonal Classes

Our carefully curated classes cover a wide range of interests and skills, ensuring that there's something for everyone.

Each workshop not only educates, but immerses participants in the local culture and traditions–from blending botanicals for bespoke fragrances to roasting coffee beans that capture signature flavors. Attendees have the unique opportunity to learn directly from renowned experts in their fields – be it winemakers, chefs, bakers, or artisans.

All classes include culinary creations from Appellation co-founder, Chef Charlie Palmer, and wines from some of our very favorite wineries up the road.

Each workshop not only educates, but immerses participants in the local culture and traditions. Attendees have the unique opportunity to learn directly from renowned experts in their fields – be it winemakers, chefs, bakers, or artisans.

All classes include culinary creations from Appellation co-founder and CEO, Chef Charlie Palmer, and wines from some of our very favorite wineries up the road.

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Arts & Crafts

Spirit of Place Workshop

Saturday, July 18, 2026

Step outside and into the canvas. In this Artist-in-Residence workshop, Dr. Orin Carpenter leads an immersive abstract landscape experience — beginning with a walk through Healdsburg's nature trail and ending with a bold, expressive painting rooted in the spirit of this place.

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Tastings

Mixology Class

Weekly

Explore the craft of cocktail artistry with our seasonally-infused mixology classes every Saturday.

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The Sensory Apothecary

Friday, July 17, 2026

A two-hour Ayurvedic journey through Appellation's culinary garden with wellness expert Cimeran Kapur — read the botanicals through every sense, handcraft two personalized herb sachets, and close with a guided meditation. Friday, July 17, 2026.

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Charlie Palmer fresh pasta-making class at Appellation Lodi - Wine & Roses Resort and Spa

Tastings, Cooking

Pastamade

August 26, 2026

Step into the simple joy of handmade pasta in this interactive culinary experience led by Chef Robert Ito Chef de Cuisine at Americana House. Learn the art of mixing, kneading, rolling, and shaping fresh pappardelle pasta from scratch while exploring classic pasta sauces featuring heirloom cherry tomatoes. Enjoy sampling your finished dish paired with thoughtfully selected wine.

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Wellness

Sound Bath & Meditation

Monthly

Join us for a monthly morning meditation and sound bath at the Grange surrounded by Sonoma County's natural beauty. Open to all levels, ages 14 and up. $35 per ticket.

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Foss Pool Cabanas

Daily

Soak in the wine country sun at Foss Pool—our family-friendly outdoor oasis designed for easy afternoons, good company, and something refreshing always within reach. For a more private, all-day experience, reserve a cabana and settle in from morning to late afternoon with your group of up to six (6) guests.

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Foss Pool Day Passes

Daily

Soak in the wine country sun at Foss Pool—our family-friendly outdoor oasis designed for easy afternoons, good company, and something refreshing always within reach. Whether you’re reserving a lounge chair for the day or claiming a shaded cabana for your group, every detail is considered so you can simply arrive and unwind.

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Saturday Morning Yoga

Weekly

Begin your day with mindful movement and find balance with instructor Francesca Stonum-Kerney at Appellation Lodi. Open to all levels, ages 14 and up. Complimentary for hotel guests, $15 tickets available for visitors.

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Yoga Flow

Saturdays

Begin your day with mindful movement and find balance with instructor Katie Huemer in The Grange. Open to all levels, ages 14 and up. Complimentary for hotel guests, $15 tickets available for visitors.

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Sound Bath & Meditation

Monthly

Join us for a monthly evening meditation and sound bath at Appellation Lodi surrounded by the natural beauty of our gardens as the moon and stars begin to shine. Open to all levels, ages 14 and up. $35 per ticket.

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Local & Seasonal Curated
Crafted Classes & Workshops

We invite you to really experience your destination: not just by seeing, but by doing. Our trusted collective of local experts lead you through hands-on classes and workshops, where you’ll craft beautiful pieces, savor what is in season, learn new skills, and form new connections.

Testimonials

"We got to be creative with beautiful materials. The Local wines and bites add a very nice touch."

- Jessica, Crafted Participant

"I loved this class because of the creative process and the people who put it on that made it a fun day out."

- Andi, Crafted Participant

"I loved this class because everyone was so encouraging with no judgement of the outcomes. It was a relatively simple task with a beautiful outcome."

- Ann Marie, Crafted Participant

"I loved this class because everyone was so encouraging with no judgement of the outcomes. It was a relatively simple task with a beautiful outcome."

- Ann Marie, Crafted Participant

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Our Destinations

California Healdsburg

Where the edge of town meets the vineyards, we have planted something extraordinary. Now Open.

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California Healdsburg

California Morgan Hill

Where wine country and outdoor activities surround a vibrant downtown scene, we’re crafting something truly unique. Opening early 2027.

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California Morgan Hill

Lodi wine country vineyards at sunset near Appellation Lodi - Wine & Roses Resort and Spa

California Lodi

Where luxury and tranquility intertwine, we have reenvisioned a Lodi landmark. Now Open.

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California Lodi

Misty morning over the rolling hills of Sonoma County wine country near Appellation Petaluma

California Petaluma

Where wine country locals go for art and culture, we are crafting something extraordinary. Opening Summer 2026.

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California Petaluma

California Pacific Grove

Where the crashing surf greets the monarch butterflies, we are crafting something extraordinary. Opening Fall 2026.

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California Pacific Grove

Local And Seasonal Curated Crafted Classes And Workshops

Seasonal Classes

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Testimonials

"We got to be creative with beautiful materials. The Local wines and bites add a very nice touch."

"We got to be creative with beautiful materials. The Local wines and bites add a very nice touch."

"I loved this class because of the creative process and the people who put it on that made it a fun day out."

"I loved this class because of the creative process and the people who put it on that made it a fun day out."

"I loved this class because everyone was so encouraging with no judgement of the outcomes. It was a relatively simple task with a beautiful outcome."

"I loved this class because everyone was so encouraging with no judgement of the outcomes. It was a relatively simple task with a beautiful outcome."

"I loved this class because everyone was so encouraging with no judgement of the outcomes. It was a relatively simple task with a beautiful outcome."

"I loved this class because everyone was so encouraging with no judgement of the outcomes. It was a relatively simple task with a beautiful outcome."

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Local & Seasonal Curated
Crafted Classes & Workshops