Monello
750 W Fir Street, San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 501-0030 www.lovemonello.com
Who doesn’t love an Italian dish inspired by mama? Chef Fabrizio Cavallini is known for his cooking talents, most notably his handcrafted pastas and sauces, all inspired by his traditional Italian mother. Give your mom and experience she will never forget this Mother’s Day with the special cheese wheel offering of Tagliatelle with broccoli rabe and pancetta. Monello will be offering brunch from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. and dinner from 2:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Photo below: Tagliatelle with broccoli rabe and pancetta.
The Westgate Hotel 1055 Second Ave. San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 238-1818 www.westgatehotel.com
Hailing from Normandy, Chef Fabrice Hardel learned the art of French cooking from an early age. One of his childhood favorites and quintessential French dish has its own dedicated made-to-order station at the hotel’s acclaimed brunch. Celebrate the mom in your life at the Westgate’s Mother Day Champagne Brunch from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Or treat mom to a pinkies up tea and nibble French pastries and delicate tea sandwiches on Friday, May 11 and Saturday, May 12 from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Reservations can be made online or by calling 619-238-1818.
Photo below: Strawberry and chocolate crêpe at Sunday Brunch
Camping in Baja has been “a thing” for a long time but the options have expanded with choices for the adventurous and the delicate alike. Explore one of these experiences; rustic, primitive or glamping within hours of the San Diego, California border.
PLAYA SALDAMANDO : Rustic with an ocean view
8 miles north of Ensenada and an hour south of the San Diego border
Playa Saldamando is located on the bluffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Each camp spot whether for a tent, trailer, RV or their rentals has an ocean view. The camp site is located right off the main highway with easy access. There are no RV hookups so it is dry camping only.
There is direct access to the private beach below and 24 hour security. Wake to the chill of early morning with a hot cup of joe in hand and a sunset to die for. Enjoy some local Valle de Guadalupe wines that you bring back from your day trip to the wineries just 30 minutes to your east.
CABAÑAS at CUATROCUATROS | Glamping on top of the world
If you’re the type who has no need to “rough it” but you don’t mind stepping slightly outside your comfort zone, Cuatrocuatros has you in mind. They’ve set up the ideal spot to enjoy a natural setting with an incredible view, wine sunsets over the Pacific, and real beds in some pretty sweet, decked out tents.
Set atop a plateau high above the Pacific Ocean, Cuatrocuatros is just a few miles from Ensenada and Baja’s elite wine country, Valle de Guadalupe. Luxury tent cabins are set in the middle of wine vineyards and encourage visitors to enjoy the beauty of the region.
LAS CAÑADAS | Adventure Seekers and Kids Welcome
This is no ordinary campground but a campground on steroids! This place will make everyone happy.
Camp in a tent, your trailer, or rent a cabana. Hang in the pools and water parks all day to keep cool, ride quads, play on the lake, enjoy Indian Village or go zip lining.
Las Cañadas is 45 minutes south of Ensenada, just far enough out of town to enjoy the mountain view and lake and valley with PLENTY of outdoor activity.
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Hello, my name is Marie. I am a publicist by day and weekend writer. This is my blog, where I post about my journeys, the wonderful events in my beautiful corner of the world and the food of the region which is gaining in its recognition of San Diego, Tijuana and Valle de Guadalupe. Enjoy.
