U.S. consumers gained a lot of new looks at wine in the last year, but only those adventurous enough to take advantage of the news benefited.

To stint on heat and light on Christmas Day would be so Scrooge. We'll let the tree lights burn all day at our place and gather round.

Each Tuesday the Register reviews an area restaurant, with an emphasis on establishments where a couple can dine for $30 or less. Reader suggestions are welcomed.

Magical mistletoe

"The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" opened to great fanfare. At churches here in Napa, its movie posters have been displayed; Disney had special screenings for pastors and youth ministers.

Systemic insect pest control for trees

Sitting atop the kitchen roof, our 20-foot TV antenna leaned drunkenly against the second story for support.

Auld Lang Syne