One of the great advantages of living at Vantage Pointe is its proximity to the best of downtown, including Petco Park. On a summery afternoon when the FIRST-PLACE!!!, excuse us, first-place Padres are in town for a day game, we can walk from home down to the ballpark, enjoy watching our boys win, then stroll to a neighborhood restaurant for a late lunch or early dinner.Actually, we don't even need to wait for a game. Today, we're going to highlight three restaurants -- El Vitral, Cowboy Star, and Phi -- that are marvelous East Village dining options. Each is open...
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Loosen your belt, Vantage Pointe residents! Put on that pair of jeans that's a size larger than usual And, don't forget a comfy pair of walking shoes! The 17th Annual Taste of Gaslamp is coming up Saturday and Sunday June 26 and 27 from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Gaslamp.The fundraiser, which benefits the Gaslamp Quarter Association to help enhance and protect this historic district, features more than 30 restaurants, including Cafe Sevilla, House of Blues, Hard Rock Cafe, Nobu, Royal India, Red Pearl Kitchen, and McCormick & Schmick's. Each participating restaurant will showcase house specialties with a two-...
It's the ultimate wake-me-up. Call it java, a cup of jolt, wakey juice, or the daily grind, more than half of American adults -- 54 percent -- are daily coffee drinkers, according to The National Coffee Association of U.S.A.'s 2009 National Coffee Drinking Trends Study. We like it leaded and unleaded, and with a java jive that often requires a deep breath before spewing out our order: grande, dry, skinny, half-caf Latte with wings (Grande Latte with non-fat foam, half decaffeinated with handles).It takes a superior barista to turn our waking dreams into reality and launch the day correctly. Fortunately,...
A nice walk with your pup is all well and good but sometimes you want to take a stroll with a destination. Drinks with friends. Brunch. A leisurely al fresco dinner. All with your dog in tow. Well, living at Vantage Pointe means you can put on your walking shoes, grab your wallet, snap on the leash, and head out to your local pub or restaurant. Downtown San Diego is flush with dog-friendly spots. Stay within just a few blocks of upper East Village or take a healthy walk to Seaport Village and points in between.Of course, before you introduce...
It's an established fact that everyone is Irish on St. Patrick's Day. And, for residents of Vantage Pointe, there's the additional benefit of being able to celebrate the shamrock without even having to get in the car. The neighborhood, especially, the Gaslamp Quarter, is filled with Irish celebrations--from food and drink to live music and dancing. No blarney!In just a few blocks, we seem to have a tremendous number of Irish pubs. Here are five to check out for celebrating:Blarney Stone Pub at 502 Fifth Ave. Lots of Irish beers on tap, Irish coffee, a full menu, live music, DJ's,...
The hearts. The flowers. The chocolates, strawberries, champagne. We know that Valentine's Day is more than a Hallmark holiday, but what can you do with your special someone that let's them know you love spending time with them? (Photo courtesy of Melissa Clawson)Downtown San Diego and environs has all sorts of wonderful weekend Valentine's Day options for the romantic couple. Here are some of our ideas. We hope you'll want to try them or that they'll spark some ideas of your own:Pick up a picnic lunch from Salad Style or Venissimo and wine from The Wine Bank. Then have a...
The sixth annual winter edition of San Diego Restaurant Week takes place Jan. 17 to 22. This year, more than 180 restaurants are participating with three-course meals offered at a fixed price of $20, $30, or $40, depending on the restaurant. There are no tickets involved, no passes needed, or coupons. There aren't even any limits to how many restaurants you can visit. Just go to the Restaurant Week website to find the restaurants you're interested in trying, see the menu, and make reservations.Who's participating? It's a vast list, but there are scores of restaurants in the Vantage Pointe neighborhood...
What have you got on tap for the cresting 2010? If you live at Vantage Pointe, New Year's Eve can be that much more festive since you don't have to worry about driving around town. So many downtown restaurants, hotels, and clubs are holding New Year's festivities you can take your pick. And, getting there and back is just a matter of walking or perhaps a short cab ride.We asked some of these neighbors what they are planning so you could get a sense of your choices. And, we even have info about at least one event to help you...
We all have this picture in our heads of hosting the perfect holiday party with perfect food in a perfect setting. No mistimed meals or burned or undercooked food. No counter-surfing dog digging into the beautifully plated leg of lamb. The house looks gorgeous, the table inviting. Our guests are having a fabulous time at our gorgeous home at Vantage Pointe and we, of course, are easily mingling among them without a bead of sweat showing. For those of you doubters, yes, it really can be done. But only if you're prepared, organized and don't try to do it all...
Take a look at that lovely terrace or balcony just outside your Vantage Pointe condo. Is it sitting there empty? As you're deciding how to make use of this great outdoor space, consider creating your own kitchen garden with pots. And, the easiest way to start is with herbs.Most herbs are easy to grow, happy to get some sun, water, and a little food periodically. And, even if you don't spend a lot of time cooking, a pot filled with flat-leaf Italian parsley, some English thyme, spearmint, or--in the summer--basil can dress up a simple pasta dish or flavor a...
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