Under the Hood: Cook St. Helena Marks 20 Years of Local Flavor

By Tim Carl

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The Spotlight

Welcome to "Under the Hood," our exclusive Saturday series for Napa Valley Features paid subscribers. Today we explore the enduring legacy of Cook St. Helena, a beloved community restaurant that has served as a welcoming gathering spot for locals over the past 20 years.

Jude Wilmoth, holding a commemorative bottle, and his wife, Meagan (behind him), celebrate 20 years of Cook St. Helena with family, friends and longtime patrons — Tim Carl Photo

Additionally, we’re diving into the latest data from our readers’ polls and providing insights from our economic dashboard, covering local Napa Valley, U.S. and global markets.

In addition, we feature "What We're Reading," a section with a handpicked list of recent articles that provide a variety of viewpoints on issues important to our community.