Hottest Ticket in Town
That would be Bonny Doon Vineyard's Cellar Door — where Friday night hosted out-of-towners and locals, artists — including "Cigare" sculptor Michael Leeds, who sat directly under his distinctive metal creation (see post below) — and robust ultra-fresh dishes...
Yet More Art!
Also opening this week is a substantial group show exploring the human figure. Nine area professionals, including abstract expressionist Claire Thorson (a true clairvoyant), show their work at five Santa Cruz County Bank locations, through September 4. Curated by Joan...
Color Saturation
The all-Fiestaware platters, bowls and plates at Cellar Door Cafe somehow enhance the colorful, regional ambience of this new Westside magnet. A velvety puree of broccoli, with a float of crème fraiche — nice partner for Ca'del Solo's Le Cigare Blanc.
Gabriella, Again
Most dishes rarely taste as good as they look. Except the ones at Gabriella, dreamed up with fresh attitude by chef Brad Briske. Consider this supple halibut creation. Adolescent beet sprouts, micro-zest of lemon, drizzles of scented oils - unbelievable. This dish —...
Demons & Morons: Mayberry Vaticano
What blockbuster author Dan Brown needs more than anything right now is a witness protection program. If English teachers, theological archaeologists and script doctors across the land ever found out where he lives, his life wouldn’t be worth the pixels Ron...
Inside the Flame
A book of sensory adventure: The rituals, passions and discoveries of an engaged life.