Category Archives: Holidays

Coming Soon: Valentine’s Day at La Creme Monterey

Posted on February 5, 2013 by

We’re just 9 days away from Valentine’s Day. If you’re looking for a night out with that special someone, consider heading over to Crema Espresso and Wine Bar in Pacific Grove. For the evening, wine and tapas are taking the … Continue reading →

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Coming Soon: Valentine’s Day dinner at Restaurant 1833

Posted on January 30, 2013 by

With February right around the corner, restaurants are enticing diners with special menus for a night out with that special someone. Yesterday, I teased the menu for Valentine’s Day at Bistro Moulin. Today, let’s take a peek at the V-Day menu … Continue reading →

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Coming Soon: Valentine’s Day at Bistro Moulin

Posted on January 29, 2013 by

As January quickly comes to a close, all eyes are turning to Valentine’s Day, now just a couple of weeks away. Many local restaurants offering special dinners for diners looking for a night out with that special someone. Chef Didier … Continue reading →

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Best Bites: December 30, 2012

Posted on January 6, 2013 by

A little late, but no less tasty! Who made the cut for my holiday Best Bites, the tastiest nibbles I enjoyed over the Christmas holiday. Let’s take a peek . . . Best bite: Bûche de Noël at Parker-Lusseau Pastries … Continue reading →

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NYE Roman banquet at il Vecchio

Posted on December 23, 2012 by

il Vecchio is ringing in the new year with a Roman banquet and dance party. The festivities start at 9:00 and go until midnight. The evening includes a full dinner, including antipasto, salad, lasagna and chocolate mascarpone cake for dessert. … Continue reading →

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NYE at Restaurant 1833

Posted on December 23, 2012 by

Restaurant 1833 is getting ready to send 2012 off with a bang. For the early birds, chef Levi Mezick has planned a killer seven-course New Year’s Eve dinner menu for $125 per person. They’re offering two seatings, 5:00 to 6:30 … Continue reading →

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NYE at Bistro Moulin

Posted on December 23, 2012 by

Bistro Moulin is ready to welcome 2013 with a feast of fine French food. This annual fete is hotly anticipated by local foodies when chef Didier Dutertre pulls out all the stops on a four-course dinner. This year’s menu boasts … Continue reading →

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Your Thanksgiving survival guide

Posted on November 18, 2012 by

It’s that time of year again, Thanksgiving is just days away. Are you ready for the holiday? The Grub Hunter, Mike Hale, offered up a good rundown of local Thanksgiving dinner options, whether you’re staying in to dining out. Read it here, … Continue reading →

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Holiday specials: Easter brunch at Fandango Restaurant

Posted on April 7, 2012 by

Easter is this weekend. Still haven’t made plans yet? Fandango Restaurant in Pacific Grove is offering a special Easter brunch. Brunch will be served Sunday, April 8 from 11:30 until 2:30. Cost is $34.95 per person for adults, $18.75 per … Continue reading →

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Holiday specials: Easter chocolates from Parker-Lusseau Pastries

Posted on April 6, 2012 by

Easter is coming up this weekend. Have you stocked up on your springtime sweets yet? No? Well, Parker-Lusseau Pastries has a number of holiday chocolates available to fill those last-minute Easter baskets. Parker-Lusseau is probably better known for their fine … Continue reading →

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