Where is the WiFi?

Cafe Newsstand. Just found out today that this corner cafe has WiFi. Haven’t experienced it yet. But will try tomorrow. Also noticed last Friday that this corner cafe now has wine and beer in the evenings. They turn out the linen table cloths and turn on some charm and it turns out to be a nice spot to stop for a drink and watch people. (map)

Costeaux French Bakery. A Healdsburg tradition since 1923 for baked goods and breakfasts, now offers a fast WiFi connection. It’s good to keep up with the times. To quote one of their customers: “A very casual atmosphere but they serve high quality, tasty entrées.” I will attest to that. Last Sunday, I met with some friends for brunch and to plan a bathroom remodel. We had the Eggs Benedict served up with a side of WiFi. Couldn’t have been a better planning experience. (map)

Snowbunny. An interesting new addition to Healdsburg. The frozen yogurt is made with organic Strauss yogurt and organic Clover milk, and does not contain high fructose corn syrup. Also has an espresso bar that serves up Flying Goat coffee. A little sparse, but knowing there is a fast WiFi connection is important. One of the two window seats has a plug in. Can it get any better than that? (map)

Palette-Art Cafe. In addition to some great food, wine, and original art–if you turn up here anytime between 10AM an 3PM, you’re likely to arrive to a bevy of laptops. It’s quite a nice atmosphere, the staff are knowledgeable and friendly. And you can actually get quite a lot of work done–if you don’t start chatting to the others (which is always a nice change of pace). Additionally, there is a Mac at the counter if you don’t have your own. (map)

Wolf Coffee over at the north end of town. Haven’t experienced the WiFi, the coffee, nor the crepes yet. But I’m sure I will. I will be attending the local knitting circle who meets on Saturdays from 10AM to 1PM. I’ve always wanted to learn to knit and cellardiva and her mother-in-law have agreed to help me learn. (map)

Sonoma County Library. Like most public libraries, the Sonoma County Public Library offers computers (for a duration of an hour) and if you have your own laptop, as long as you need it. The Healdsburg Public Library has the additional benefit of housing the Sonoma County Wine Library with our very own wine librarian–Bo SImons. He’s wealth of knowledge about the area and about wineries. However, much to my chagrin, the library is NOT open on Sundays. (map)

Healdsburg Park Plaza. A few years ago, the City of Healdsburg set up a WiFi network to work primarily in the plaza itself. I was there myself on Friday evening. It was such a lovely night and I was able to catch up on some emails right in the middle of the plaza. The connection is a bit dodgy though and tends to fade in an out frequently. I found it good for text, (chat IMs and emails)–not for larger files or pictures or anything. But, it’s a bit of a novelty setting. (map)

Some Things We Like About the Palette Art Cafe

Just a bit of a shout out here to the Palette Art Cafe. We have started to meet there for coffee a few mornings a week just to get things done for this magazine. So today, we thought we’d make a quick list to say what we like about it.

The atmosphere in general. It’s light, bright, and open and often playing jazz. Not to mention the live music events, art displays, and art openings. Soon, too, there will be Open Mic night on Wednesday nights.

The friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Fast, public WiFi.

According to my friend Julie–great chicken soup.

According to Shana, the fact they have fondue on the menu. Cheese fondue. Dessert fondue.

According to the three people at the counter the other day the chicken, pesto sandwich.

Find out yourself. Check it out.

Palette Art on foot: 235Healdsburg Avenue, suite 105 (behind the LaCrema tasting room).
Palette Art online: www.palette-art.com.