Dublin Coddle, St. Patrick’s Day Recipe

Dublin Coddle, St. Patrick’s Day Recipe

  A Traditional Irish Potato, Sausage and Bacon Stew by Alison Honey   Ingredients 8 slices bacon, chopped into small pieces 1 pound high-quality pork sausages (see notes) 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 bottle Guinness beer (see notes) 2 pounds potatoes,...
Using AI to Plan Your Wine Country Trip

Using AI to Plan Your Wine Country Trip

Planning a day in Napa Valley or Sonoma wine country sounds simple. Until you open your browser.   Search “best wineries in Napa” and you’ll get:     Polished travel blogs Curated “Top 10” lists Beautiful photography Highly Google-optimized articles...
Top Wine Country Picks from Platypus Guide Jason

Top Wine Country Picks from Platypus Guide Jason

 Napa Valley and Sonoma have so much more to offer and our guides are the key. These local experts have uncovered every nook and cranny of the region from the best restaurants and romantic wineries, to the best picnic and nightlife spots. They’ve led California wine...
Fireside Crimson Mocktail

Fireside Crimson Mocktail

Empty heading Fireside Crimson MocktailEmpty heading Winter Pomegranate and Black Cherry Mocktail with Orange-Spice Sugar Rim A cozy, jewel-toned winter mocktail that’s gently mulled with warm spices, brightened with cranberry and orange, and finished with a subtle...
Platypus Perks

Platypus Perks

  A Little Something Extra for Our Guests—Starting in HawaiiEmpty heading Platypus Tours has never been just about a day of wine tasting. It’s about connection and memories that stay with you long after the trip is over. In 2026, we’re excited to introduce...