Gourmet takeout/picnic

Oxbow Public Market

At this gorgeous new farmers market (modeled after San Francisco's Ferry Building Marketplace) you'll find everything you need for a world-class picnic. Only problem is that it's such a lovely destination in itself that you may have trouble ever getting to that picnic site.

Giugni's

Locals swear by this unassuming deli, with its dizzying array of sandwich offerings.

Oakville Grocery

This isn't your average country store. No, this beautiful shop is lined with fabulous foods and wines, many of which are produced nearby. The perfect place to assemble your dream picnic. Two locations: 7856 St. Helena Hwy., Oakville; 707-944-8802 and 124 Matheson St., Healdsburg; 707-433-3200

Dean & Deluca

Foodies will think they've died and gone to heaven when they enter the only West Coast outpost of this legendary upscale gourmet grocery store.

Palisades Market

A local institution, the Palisades Market carries a well-stocked mix of gourmet treats and practical staples and has an impressive deli, making it the perfect one-stop shop for picnic fare.