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...
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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've got a real treat for you -- tips for ways to enjoy yourself once Thanksgiving turkey is a memory. And, we've got these tips from the guy who knows all where downtown San Diego is concerned, our friend, DowntownRob. He's agreed to guest blog for us and we love what he did for us at Vantage Pointe:I put together a list of after-Thanksgiving events near Downtown San Diego. You may have a few days off... take advantage of them and enjoy the Holidays to the fullest! Charger's 50th Anniversary Block Party! Join the 50 All Time Charger players...
Last weekend, we had a great turnout for our special Price Pointe event. Home buyers poured in, toured our one- and two-bedroom condos, saw everything from our state-of-the-art fitness facility, the theater, panoramic views from the 10th-floor pool deck -- and enjoyed some delicious appetizers and wine in our expansive lounge.Why the big deal? Listen to Vantage Pointe's Tina West on KGTV. Yes, a news crew from the station came by to find out what was happening at our community.Tina and sales manager Sheridan West organized a tremendous event with local radio hosts and giveaways with us throughout the weekend.And...
Brokers, do you know about the amazing Price Pointe event we're holding the weekend of Oct. 23? This is what's coming: For three day, starting at noon on Friday, the 23rd, we're offering a special release of one- and two-bedroom home at bottom-line pricing from the low $200's. Here's what will be available: 1 BR/1 BA that was $249,000 will be $216,000. That's a savings of $33,000! 2 BR/1 BA that was $300,000 will be $251,000. That's a savings of $49,000! 2 BR/2 BA that was $381,000 will be $331,000. That's a savings of $50,000! We've got a great selection...
If you're in the market for a downtown condo and you hate negotiating, you need to block out some time the weekend of Oct. 23 - 25 and pay Vantage Pointe a visit. For these three days, starting at noon on Friday, the 23rd, we're offering a special release of one- and two-bedroom homes at bottom-line pricing from the low $200's. Here are some examples of what's going to be available:1 BR/1 BA that was $249,000 will be $216,000 for a savings of $33,000.2 BR/1 BA that was $300,000 will be $251,000 for a savings of $49,000.2 BR/2 BA that...
Something delicious is happening in East Village. It's the welcome arrival of a cheese shop, just down the street from Vantage Pointe. Gina Frieze, owner of Venissimo, has just opened her third shop in San Diego on G St. between 8th and 9th in the Nexus building. The 1,110-square-foot retail space is her largest. And, she says, that means she can finally offer her "cheese university," classes that instruct customers in the differences between different styles of cheese and how to pair them with wine, chocolate, and other foods and beverages. She'll be teaming up with local artisans like...
At Vantage Pointe, we like to say we can measure life in steps, not miles.That's certainly true of the local restaurant scene. You don't need to get in a car to enjoy a great meal. All it requires is a leisurely attitude and some comfortable shoes.Let's start out with some local favorites in the East Village. Café Chloe on 9th and G is a cozy Parisian-style bistro run by chef Katie Grebow where you can find luscious mussels grenobloise with brown butter, capers, lemon, and croutons with a supporting side of frites. Or, you could enjoy dungeness crab cake tartine...
If living at Vantage Pointe is all about lifestyle, we want to make sure the people who work with you to buy your new home really get you and what you want. So, we thought we'd introduce you to our new sales team. Sheridan Mantor, our sales manager, is just back from a four-year stint in L.A. where she managed the sales of eight different condominium projects. But, she's a San Diego girl and had previously handled sales and marketing for the very high-end Metropolitan Condos on Omni right by Petco Park. She's joined by sales executives Jane Blake, who had...
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