The Breakfast Club tabletop
I asked the gang for a list of their favorite breakfast spots, and they scrambled to answer:
Rhiannon McCraner said everything is good at Holly’s Lighthouse Cafe in Pacific Grove, and Chris Navarro recommended “the huevos rancheros at Rondita’s.” After fruitlessly searching Google, I realized that his wife is named Rhonda. Very funny, Chris.
Then our faithful property inspector Howard Hartman chimed in. Now, Howard knows a lot about breakfast spots (playing golf or racquet ball five mornings a week, the man needs his nourishment!).
Here are a few of his favorites:
- Wagon Wheel Coffee Shop, Carmel Valley: “The steel cut oatmeal.”
- First Awakenings, Pacific Grove: “Huge blue germ pancake with blueberry compote.” I told him I thought “blue germ” sounded a bit unsavory, and in between forwarding funny emails on his iPhone (how else would we know that rubber bands last longer when refrigerated?) he responded, “U have to try new things!”
- Best Western Hotel, Del Monte Beach, Monterey: “Best breakfast views on the Peninsula. The potato skillet with vegetables—but no cheese, please.” (Howard is vegan-ish.)
- Porter’s Grill, Poppy Hills Golf Course, Pebble Beach: “Good food and great golf course views.”
- The Breakfast Club, Seaside: “Omelet with fruit on the side.”
He said he had more, but he had to go to breakfast.
Property manager Frank Gallagher (our version of Don Draper, but without the martinis and cigarettes), seconds Howard’s vote for The Breakfast Club, adding that the coffee is good—and that his kids love the Mickey Mouse pancakes.
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I know, there are members of the Monterey Bay Property Management team who will consider this sacrilege, if not worse.
But some of us (one?) do not watch the SuperBowl.
This year Montrio Bistro, one of Monterey’s finest restaurants, is providing an alternative. On Superbowl Sunday, Feb. 5, they’re throwing a “Bubbles and Bites” party starting at 4:30pm. (But can they at least tune in at half-time so I can see Madonna?)
Want to enjoy some quality time with your “non-football” friends? The $25 admission includes a half bottle of wine or champagne plus three “tasty bites” from a special menu.
Montrio Bistro
414 Calle Principal
831-648-8880
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A chance to eat delicious seafood, imbibe fine wines, and mingle with PGA Tour Players and celebrities after the second round of the AT&T Pro-Am at Pebble Beach?
And it’s for a good cause?
Count us in.
The third annual “Clambake for a Cure,” February 10th on Fisherman’s Wharf, will feature a strolling dinner prepared by celebrity chefs, award-winning wines, entertainment, dancing, and an auction of rare items—all to benefit brain tumor research and treatment.
Celebrity Chefs include:
- Luciano Pellegrini, Valentino, Las Vegas
- Casey Thompson, Star of Bravo’s “Top Chef”
- Mark Ayers, CLM & Pebble Beach Food & Wine
- Tom Snyder, Esteban, Monterey
- Tim Woods & Marc Jones, Carmel Valley Ranch
- Brian Meier and Steve Salle, Del Monte Meat & Ports Seafood
- Mary Font, Mrs. Delish’s Cupcake Boutique
- Baum & Blume Catering, Carmel Valley
- Dory Ford, Point Pinos Grill & AQUA TERRA Culinary
- Erika McDonnell, FlouRish Organic Breads
- Arnufo Martinez, Gilbert’s Seafood
- Kevin Phillips, Albalonetti Bar & Grill
And because seafood pairs so well with wine:
- Jocelyn Lonen Winery, Napa
- Elkhorn Peak Cellars, Napa
- Ventana Vineyards, Monterey
- Morgan Wines, Santa Lucia Highlands
- Hahn Estates, Santa Lucia Highlands
- Oh Wines, Monterey
- Heller Estates, Carmel Valley
- Chateau Marie Antoinette, Monterey
- Kristilynn Wines, Monterey
- Scheid Vineyards, Monterey
- Judd’s Hill, Napa
- Elizabeth Spencer Wines, Rutherford
- Clos la Chance Winery, San Martin
- Delicato Family Vineyards, Lodi
When: Friday, February 10 from 4 pm – 9 pm
Where: The Marina View Lounge, 30 Old Fisherman’s Wharf, Monterey
Cost: $125 per person
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Quite a bit! On February 2nd the Preservation Hall Jazz Band will rock the halls of Carmel’s beautiful Sunset Center. Come join the party as this sizzling group keeps the spirit of New Orleans alive.
Speaking of spirit, the irrepressible Joan Rivers hits the stage on Friday, February 10 at 8 pm. Adults only, please… with Joan, nothing’s off limits!
Looking for a quiet retreat after all that music and comedy? May we present the newest property in our inventory: SEASHELL COTTAGE, a charming 3 bedroom/2 bath bungalow that reflects the Carmel cottages of yesteryear.
You’ll love the two fireplaces (one in the master), the flowering garden, and the cheerful sun room.
And if you’re in the mood to perform, there’s an upright Steinway in the living room.
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Where to find the most fabulous wardrobe on the Monterey Peninsula? Â Marita’s Boutique has something for every style, every size, in any color a fashionista desires! Â And those accessories! Â Yum! Â Not sure how to pull it all together? Â No problem!
Marita and the chic ladies of her boutique are wardrobe wizards! Â Just a few words about what you are looking for, and head straight to the dressing room. Â They will bring you an infinite number of choices!
Visit their website.
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Tiger Woods is returning to the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am for the first time in 10 years.
He’s coming back…but is he back?
That’s the question of the day. It’s been two years since he’s won a tournament on the PGA Tour, but everyone knows that when he’s on, Woods has the talent to win at just about any golf course in the world.
And judging from his performances at the end of 2011, there’s plenty of evidence that the king of the golf galaxy just might be getting his mojo back.
Tournament ticket sales are through the roof since the Woods announcement, but we still have a few accommodations available in Pebble Beach for the AT&T week, Feb. 6-12.
Looking for Pebble Beach without the price tag? We have one bedrooms starting at $1,065/week and two bedroom ocean view condos from $2,668.
Email our resident golfer/reservationist Kyle Burritt, or give him a call at 831 233-7972.
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This is it, folks. The center of the Golf Universe: the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am Feb. 6-12.
Since 1937, this mix of four parts professional golfers to one part show business and sports celebrities has been one of the top golfing events of the year.
The first three days are played simultaneously over three courses: Pebble Beach Golf Links, Spyglass Hill and Monterey Peninsula Country Club Shore Course. Teams rotate each of the three days, with the final round played on the fourth day at Pebble Beach.
Celebs playing along with the pros this year include Huey Lewis, Ray Romano and Bill Murray (last year’s winner).
Assuming you are not two-time champion Dustin Johnson, there are several ways to participate in this epic tournament.
On Monday, Feb. 6, for as low as $10, you can watch one of your favorite golfers play practice rounds at Spyglass or Pebble Beach. And it goes up from there:
- Good Any One Day Package • $75 One admission 2/6 – 2/12. Includes “Cover Stories,” a coffee table book showcasing the unique artwork on tournament souvenir program covers dating back to the first Crosby, with a foreword by Clint Eastwood.
- Tuesday 2/7 Practice Round Ticket • $20 ($30 after 2/4)
- Wednesday 2/8 Practice Round Ticket • $20 ($30 after 2/4)
- Tournament Rounds: 2/9 – 2/12 • $50 ($60 after 2/4) Choose from Thursday, Friday, Saturday or Sunday: valid at all three courses with grandstand seating (space available).
- Season Badges: 2/6 – 2/12 • $125 ($150 after 2/4) Grounds admission to all 3 courses. Valid for all 7 days, Monday-Sunday.
- Any-Day Ticket Book • $425 ($600 after 2/4) Ten coupons, exchangeable at the gate on any one day for a daily ticket.
The following have limited availability and must be purchased in advance and shipped (not available at the gates):
- Champions Club Tournament Rounds 2/9 – 2/12 • $450/day or $1600/weekly View all the action from the Champions Club overlooking the 15th green. Luxurious spectator experience with cafe style seating, sumptuous breakfast/luncheon buffets, afternoon hors d’oeuvres, full bar, etc.
- Partners Package • $350 Two season badges – valid for all seven days at all three courses. Includes two golf caps, two souvenir programs, one tournament poster, one sleeve of logo golf balls, and one discount coupon for AT&T logo merchandise purchased at the pro shops during the tournament.
- Executive Booster Package • $2400 12 season badges with Grey Goose Lounge access (between Pebble Beach holes #6 and #8) Thurs. – Sun. Package includes three any-day ticket books (30 daily tickets), 20 souvenir programs, six commemorative gifts, six tournament golf caps, and two weekly parking passes inside Pebble Beach.
Now, all you need is a place to stay, right?
Email our resident golfer Kyle Burritt, or call him at 831 233-7972. He’ll tee you right up.
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Eighty-eight year old Skippy Blair—an icon in the world of dance—is the headliner at this year’s Monterey Swingfest January 12-16.
Daily classes start at 10am, followed by workshops, open dancing, contests and awards into the wee hours, with free basic swing classes Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11am – 1pm.
The event concludes Monday with Blair teaching West Coast Swing at 11am, followed by a three hour dance workshop from 12-3pm. (How does she do it?)
Admission is $145 per person, and all classes will be held at the Monterey Hyatt Regency.
Need a place to put your feet up after all that dancing?
Decorated in soothing pastels, this fully-furnished one bedroom, 1.5 bath Monterey apartment has balconies with bay views.
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