A Seat at the Table: Elevate® Dining at Windsong of Sonoma
November 9, 2026
- Chef-created menus pair California Fresh cooking with home-style favorites, and every menu is certified by a registered dietitian.
- Chef's Academy, Culinary Keepsakes, and Traditions to Table turn mealtimes into shared experiences.
- A private dining room and café-style bistro give residents and families a comfortable place to gather over a meal.
At Windsong of Sonoma in Petaluma, meals are served in a warm, comfortable dining room staffed by an experienced culinary team. The Elevate® dining program brings together California Fresh cooking and the home-style meals residents love, with seasonal dishes on the menu.
Restaurant-style dining and award-winning Elevate® culinary offerings are among the amenities that shape daily life in our community. Residents can also enjoy a café-style bistro and a private dining room for meals with fellow residents and family.
Food connects to the rest of community life as well. Alongside the resident-inspired social calendar of Vibrant Life®, Elevate® programs bring residents and staff together around cooking, conversation, and shared recipes.
Fresh Flavors, Thoughtfully Planned
All chef-created menus at Windsong are certified by a registered dietitian. Pairing California Fresh cooking with familiar home-style dishes keeps the menu both fresh and familiar, and seasonal dishes carry the community's signature touch.
Meals That Become Shared Experiences
Elevate® dining extends beyond the plate through programs like these:
- Chef's Academy: Exhibition cooking, education presentations, and resident cook-offs featuring culinary leaders from across the company, with an emphasis on connection between residents and staff.
- Culinary Keepsakes: Themed, immersive dinners, such as an Italian happy hour with accordion music or a dish built around a local signature ingredient.
- Traditions to Table: Residents share signature family recipes with the community.
A Place to Gather With Family
The private dining room is designed for residents to enjoy a meal with fellow residents and family, and the bistro offers a relaxed, café-style setting. As families make plans to spend time together this season, these spaces offer a comfortable place to share a meal at Windsong.
To experience Elevate® dining in person, schedule a tour of Windsong of Sonoma or call 707.776.2885.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Windsong of Sonoma accommodate special diets?
Yes. The community can accommodate any dietary requirement or restriction, including special diets that help manage conditions such as hypertension, heart disease, and diabetes.
Do respite guests take part in Elevate® dining?
Yes. Guests on a respite stay receive three meals a day with a choice of dining options through the Elevate® culinary program.
How many meals are served each day?
Three chef-prepared meals are served daily, in a restaurant-style setting or the casual on-site bistro.