CORONADO Magazine March 2024

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MARCH2024

Art Imitating Life

Meet artist Jerome LeBlanc, ready to prompt double-takes at the 2024 Coronado Art & Wine Festival

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his is not Tom Cruise. This is a Maverick lookalike. Your brain knows this, so why does meeting him feel like you’re taking a 1500mph thrill in an F14?

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Coronado Dining Peruse menus from local restaurants, and eat out tonight!

Walking down Orange Avenue heads turn, faces light up, even hardened military men in real deal flight suits revert the wide-eyed kid who first watched Gun back in 1986, perhaps recalling fledgling desire to become a fighter pilot.

Coffee Across Coronado

From cold brew to hot lattes, countless options are afoot

A Border Between us

San Diego | Tijuana named the 2024 World Design Capital

Initially I put it down to the teeth, so dazzling you’re the one reaching for the Bans, then I suspect the costume precision, from aviator patches to ornate cowboy boots. But then Jerome speaks,

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revealing a soft French-Canadian accent (he was raised on a dairy farm in Quebec) and instead of throwing you off, it is an unexpected bonus! The truth is, it’s his impeccable manners and sincerity that have you wondering if a certain A-list action hero cast him as a goodwill ambassador…

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Art imitating Life

The Need for Caffeine

Meet curiously familiar artist Jerome LeBlanc

Maison Sweet Maison

Bring authentic french elegance to your dining table

Today Jerome is sipping a triple espresso in a red Fiat 850 convertible at Garage Buona Forchetta, commenting how much his kids - Violet (4), Monty (2) and new baby Avalon Rose - would love this novel take on drive-in dining. The garage setting is a home from home for Jerome - he has converted his own 3-car unit into an art studio

go, each taking me in different directions.’ Jerome will be displaying a full range of artworks on Saturday May 11th as part of the Coronado Art & Wine Festival and,

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Tips for Navigating The Toughest Job In the World

Long hours, no pay, no instruction manual and a fickle clientele

This is 40 I still feel 25 on the inside; when did 40 happen?

There’s been a lot of rain in Coronado …

… and there’s little that gets you through a rainy morning better than a great coffee!

Join Lauren in this, our March Dining Special, as she takes us all on a photographic tour of Coronado coffee, latte, Americano, cappucino … whatever it is that helps you get through the day! There’s much more than coffee inside, from Beach-to-Bay-and-Beyond, there’s something sure to tempt your tastebuds here in these pages. Take a look inside and plan your dinner tonight.

Now that dinner is on the way, the time has come for a little light reading!

Sit down with Hattie as she thinks about celebrating the big 4-0 … and no, none of us are too old to be here! Christine shines a light on the gold at the end of the rainbow, I think dinner AND drinks are now taken care of for the evening. The San Diego Tijuana region is the World Design Capital for 2024, Coronado loves its art and there’s a rich, colorful history that ties our region together, be sure to sample the local sights & sounds, maybe with a coffee in hand?

Island

from our partners

What’s in Season? Beets!

Nothing

This month’s Island Icon really needs no introduction, and her dedication (and impact) to the community is beyond words … take a moment for a glimpse at a very special Coronadan, Susan Ring Keith. The Coronado Schools Foundation, and Coronado Chamber of Commerce, get us ready for the Annual Coronado Art & Wine Festival, who knew “Tom Cruise” was such a talented painter?

Going on a trip this spring or summer? Kris Grant takes us through the Granite State, maybe it would look good on your upcoming travel agenda. And lastly, Safe Harbor Coronado offers some tips for navigating the toughest job in the world (hint, it’s not being a publisher)

Spring is almost here … and that means The Coronado Flower Show!

Look for that next month in these pages … complete with fewer rain drops (fingers crossed).

Dean K. Eckenroth Jr Editor & Associate Publisher

PUBLISHER

Dean Eckenroth publisher.eaglenews@gmail.com

ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER

Dean K. Eckenroth Jr. editor.eaglenews@gmail.com

EDITORIAL

Alessandra Selgi-Harrigan alessandra.eaglenews@gmail.com

Lauren Curtis

Lauren.eaglenews@gmail.com

Kel Casey kel.eaglenews@gmail.com

Christine Johnson christine.eaglenews@gmail.com

Brooke Clifford eaglenewsbrooke@gmail.com

PHOTOGRAPHER

Hattie Foote

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

ADVERTISING DIRECTOR

Patricia Ross

patricia.eaglenews@gmail.com

Amanda Ramirez

amanda.eaglenews@gmail.com

Renee Schoen

renee.eaglenews@gmail.com

PRODUCTION

Andrew Koorey

PRINTING

Reed

DISTRIBUTION

Roberto Gamez

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This Is 40

By HATTIE FOOTE

As you read this, it is a hopefully warm spring-like March day. For me, it’s currently Valentine’s Day, and I am sitting in Starbucks sipping my silly iced coffee and writing, all while wearing a braid in my hair tied with a pink ribbon. It’s very cute and festive, but I can’t help hearing the quote “Am I too old to be here?” from the movie “This is 40.” Do I look like an idiot wearing my hair like this? But then I get that gorgeous realization that comes with age: that I don’t really care what anyone thinks of it. After so many years of people pleasing and being wildly insecure, I couldn’t think of a better gift to myself as I turn 40 on March 19th! Shout out to all my dreamy, delicate Pisces out there!

While I am not freaking out about this milestone birthday, I can’t say it isn’t a little jarring hearing that number. I still feel 25 on the inside; when did 40 happen? I also feel this way in parenthood often, like how am I the one in charge? I’m just a little girl with a pink ribbon in her hair! I will say that losing my dad three years ago really put life into perspective for me. I am so grateful for every birthday that I can have because life is so precious. The same goes for my family; while I had a giant lump in my throat as I watched my daughter hit double digits this year, it didn’t make me wish she was little again or want another baby. I just couldn’t believe my luck that I got to have all those memories with her and, hopefully, many more years to make more.

So how to celebrate the big 4-0? I have no idea; my husband and best friend are in charge because, as you may or may not know, an event celebrating me alone is my nightmare scenario. I am pretty confident that I had one of the first pandemic Zoom parties, as my birthday was the week the world shut down. Chris told me he had a “special surprise,” and I was like oh my gosh, is everyone outside? Then he gave me a bottle of champagne and opened the laptop, and there were a bunch of my friends just staring at me on Zoom. It was the most depressing party I have ever been to; I’ll tell you that! Last year, my friends surprised me with a day on the bay, complete with Taylor Swift blasting, champagne, and charcuterie, and everyone was wearing

matching hats that said Don’t Worry Be Hattie. The minute I realized what was happening, I burst into tears, feeling so loved and surprised while also wanting to jump off the side of the boat to escape. So, while I am smug in my “I don’t care what people think,” I should probably tackle my “attention on me” issues next. Hey, as the saying goes, if you aren’t growing, you are dying, so it’s never too late. Work on yourself!

I saw this prompt recently that said, “You meet your 18-year-old self; what do you say?” I have been thinking about that a lot as I approach 40, and here are a few things that come to mind: Leave your eyebrows alone! No is an answer. Don’t forget your sunscreen! Stay true to yourself, even when it’s uncomfortable. Stop comparing yourself. Perfect is

boring, weird is so cool. Listen to your body. You are not marrying Leonardo DiCaprio (PS you married someone so much better). I just want to hug that 18-year-old girl and tell her to enjoy the ride because it will be turbulent, then smooth, and it will fly by.

I feel so appreciative of this space to share my many thoughts and stories with my community. It’s incredibly fulfilling, and it makes my heart swell when readers share their tales with me, too. I feel very loved and supported, and it’s such a gift; thank you for your readership. So, cheers to 40; just know I will be toasting to you all with my Aloe & Cucumber cocktail from The Tavern (my current drink fixation if anyone wants to send the birthday girl a drink)!

A New Kind Of Gold At The End Of The Rainbow

By CHRISTINE JOHNSON

Photo by HATTIE FOOTE

There is much to celebrate as we approach the spring season. March offers a glimpse of warm weather ahead after most of the country has endured an unbearable winter cold. Nature begins to bloom again, and the wonderful smell of flowers engulfs our senses.

Spring is looked at by humans as a renewal process. It is different from the new year, where resolutions take over.  March ushers in a calm reset where your priorities are to brighten up your yard or wardrobe and clean out the closets that have been haunting you since last year. The spring equinox is the arrival of a sunnier season with baby birds chirping and a spring forward on our clocks.

There are other important holidays in the month of March that are worth exploring. March 11th is “National Napping Day.” What I wouldn’t give to be a proficient napper; it’s a gift given to college students and lost as we age gracefully. “National Goof Off Day”

Pot O’ Gold

INGREDIENTS

2 ounces Irish Whiskey

½ ounce honey syrup

1 ounce fresh squeezed lemon juice

Gold edible glitter

Mint leaves

is also in March… Couldn’t that be combined with napping day? There are also meaningful religious holidays in March, such as Good Friday, Ramadan, and Easter. These holidays are religious at their core, but what’s special is how they bring family and friends together to celebrate through church, easter egg hunts, wonderful food, and gatherings with those special in your life.

We also can’t forget the day that seems to turn everyone and everything green for a day. March 17th is St. Patrick’s Day. Observed to commemorate the death of St. Patrick of Ireland, it is also a celebration of Irish culture with parades, dancing, music, and, of course, green drinks.

So whether you are planting flowers in your spring garden, dying eggs with your children, or wearing your Easter best, I will add a little sparkle to your table with a Pot O’ Gold. May you all find one at the end of the rainbow. ◆

MIXOLOGY

Pour whiskey, syrup, and lemon juice into a shaker. Add ice. Shake well and strain the liquid into a cocktail glass over a large square ice cube (if available). Add a small spoonful of edible gold glitter and stir. Trim the glass with mint leaves.

ENTREES

(619) 435-4166 | 1333 Orange Ave.| www.Brigantine.com

SIGNATURE GRILLED MARINATED SWORDFISH

Avocado lime butter (Gluten free)

THE BRIG’S FAMOUS FISH TACOS

Cabbage, salsa fresca, cheddar, corn tortillas, ranch dressing

GOLDEN ALE-BATTERED COD FISH & CHIPS

Wild Alaskan cod & hand-cut french fries

JUMBO DAY BOAT SCALLOPS

Roasted mushrooms, brussels sprout leaves, pork belly, caramelized shallots, roasted pepper & butternut squash purée

GRILLED SONORAN SPICED SWORDFISH TACOS

Cabbage, salsa fresca, cheddar, ranch dressing, corn tortillas (Gluten free)

Calamari Relleno

Tender calamari steak-wrapped chile relleno, fried & topped with jalapeño white sauce

Carne Adobada

Citrus-achiote marinated roasted pork, sliced & served with avocado salsa, onion, cilantro & warm tortillas

Miguel’s Torta

Choice of skirt steak, pollo asado or calamari steak on a telera roll with avocado, lettuce, tomato, pepper jack cheese & chipotle mayo; served with rice & beans

CRISPY LOBSTER TEMPURA TACOS

Marinated cucumber-jicama salad & cilantro remoulade on blue corn

vegetables

CERTIFIED STERLING NEW YORK STEAK

12oz cut topped with blue cheese-truffle crust, mashed potatoes, garlic French beans & red wine demi glace

WAGYU BURGER

1/2 lb American wagyu, smoked

caramelized onion, roasted garlic spread, bibb lettuce & aged cheddar with hand-cut french fries

PARMESAN CRUSTED SAUTÉED SAND DABS

Lemon butter sauce, parmesan risotto & broccolini

Platos de la Casa

Camarones a la Diabla Sautéed spicy Mexican shrimp in red chile sauce, queso asadero

Fajitas Supremo

Skirt steak & chicken topped with our signature bacon wrapped jumbo shrimp stuffed with jack cheese & rajas

HOURS

Open @ 11 a.m.

Sunday Brunch 9 a.m -2 p.m

Happy Hour Daily 3-6 p.m. excluding Saturday

CRAB STUFFED JUMBO PRAWNS

Wrapped in bacon & broiled, served with mashed potatoes, chef ’ s vegetables & jalapeño white sauce

Full menu on our website

Open daily @ 11:30 a.m.

Sunday Brunch 10 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.

Dinner M-F 4:30 p.m.-9 p.m.

Sat & Sun - 4:30- 9 p.m.

Happy Hour Daily in Bar & Lounge daily 3-6 p.m excluding Saturdays

Carnitas

Tender marinated pork with salsa fresca, sliced onion & avocado; served with warm tortillas, rice & beans

Lobster Quesadilla cheese & lobster sautéed with garlic, fresh lime, with guacamole, sour cream & pico de gallo

Miguel’s Tamales

One hand-made pork & one handmade green chile-cheese tamale with our sauces & topped with cheese; served with rice & beans

Quesadillas

Quesadillas

cheese

cheese 7.99

chicken 9.99

pollo asada or mto shredded chicken

carne asada

carne asada

quesabirria

1.99

MTO Monster Burritos

16.99

17.99

Burritos

Veggie Menu

pollo asada or mto shredded chicken 11.99

quesabirria

marinated shredded beef

marinated shredded beef

Tacos

Tacos

1 hard shell taco

1 hard shell taco

birria quesataco

birria quesataco

served with two layered tortillas, marinated beef, cheese, onions & cilantro

served with two layered tortillas, marinated beef, cheese, onions & cilantro

carne asada

carne asada guacamole, lettuce, tomato & cheese

guacamole, lettuce, tomato & cheese

carnitas guacamole & pico de gallo

carnitas guacamole & pico de gallo

battered & fried, cabbage, salsa, white sauce & cheese

battered & fried, cabbage, salsa, white sauce & cheese

pollo asada, cheese, lettuce & tomato

pollo asada, cheese, lettuce & tomato

shredded chicken cheese, lettuce & tomato

shredded chicken cheese, lettuce & tomato

shredded beef

shredded beef

cheese, lettuce & tomato

cheese, lettuce & tomato

Street Tacos

Street Tacos

3 soft corn mini tacos

3 soft corn mini tacos

carne asada

carne asada

guacamole, onion & cilantro

guacamole, onion & cilantro

carnitas guacamole, onion & cilantro

carnitas guacamole, onion & cilantro

pico de gallo, sour cream & cheese

pico de gallo, sour cream & cheese

al pastor pineapple, onions & cilantro

al pastor pineapple, onions & cilantro

Rolled Tacos

Rolled Tacos

3 beef or chicken

3 beef or chicken

11.99

Sides

Sides

buñuelos

buñuelos

chipotle salsa

chipotle salsa

chips

chips

lettuce, tomato, cheese, sour cream & guacamole

lettuce, tomato, cheese, sour cream & guacamole

5 beef or chicken

5 beef or chicken

lettuce, tomato, cheese, sour cream & guacamole

lettuce, tomato, cheese, sour cream & guacamole

chips & salsa

chips & salsa

salsa fresca

jalapeÑo cheese

jalapeÑo ranch

jalapeÑo ranch

jalapeÑos &

Quesadillas

Quesadillas

Veggie Menu

Veggie Menu

Tacos

Street Tacos

Drinks

Rolled Tacos

Rolled Tacos

3 beef or chicken

lettuce,

5 beef or chicken

lettuce,

Clayton’s Co ee Shop was rst established as Gerry’s Co ee Shop in 1938. Gerry owned her diner until 1952 when Mr. Clayton took over.

In 2008 I instantly fell in love with this special little diner when I took my 4 year old son in for a milkshake and fries after pre-school one day.

Clayton’s Co ee Shop has the only original horseshoe counter left in San Diego County and is one of the few classic American Diners remaining across the United States. Clayton’s is a place of many life moments where the booths and the counter seats have sparked love stories and heartfelt family memories.

We do our best to provide timeless hospitality with simple old fashioned comfort food to be enjoyed by all who visit every time you step back in time with us.

We are very grateful for the Clayton’s work family, friends, family, military community, Coronado locals and visitors for keeping this historical little co ee shop going for almost a century. Looking forward to many more memories in the years to come.

Love, Mary

Gerry

Clayton’s Circa 1940

Hotel Del Coronado Bellmen

Woman-Owned 1938

bakery & bistro

BRUNCH

visit us next door at C bakery for homemade baked goods, breads and sweets

Croque Madame rosemary ham, gruyere, sunny-side up egg & bechamel on rustic sourdough 20.5

+ seasonal fruit 8 or + house potatoes 6.5

Breakfast Wrap house made Italian sausage, eggs, peppers, onions, roasted potatoes & cheddar cheese 18.5

Chorizo Wrap pork & beef chorizo, avocado, eggs, potatoes, cheddar & garlic aioli served with housemade hot sauce 20.5

Egg, Bacon & Fontina on a butter croissant 16.5

Egg, Spinach, Tomato & Parmesan with garlic aioli on an everything croissant 16.5

Egg, Turkey Sausage & Cheddar on a house made bagel (*turkey sausage made with pork) 16.5

Bistro Bagel everything bagel, Persian cucumber, tomato, shaved red onion & herb black pepper schmear 12.5

+ avocado M.P. + bacon 7 + egg any style 3

Avocado Toast herbs, cherry tomatoes & lemon olive oil on multigrain bread 14.5

+ egg any style 3 + egg whites 4 + gf bread 2

Quiche Lorraine served with seasonal fruit 16.5

Winter Quiche sautéed spinach, red onions, sun-dried tomatoes, feta cheese & oregano served with seasonal fruit 17.5

Winter Frittata sautéed brussel sprouts, bacon, onions & goat cheese 17.5

Warm Beignets fresh strawberries, lemon curd & powdered sugar 18

Dutch Baby Pancake powdered sugar & fresh lemon 15.5

+ fresh berries & lemon curd 8 + real maple syrup 3.5

Lavender Honey Butter Sweet Crepe 14

Peanut Butter, Nutella & Banana Sweet Crepe 14

Irish Oatmeal brown sugar, banana & golden raisins 13

Açaí Bowl seasonal berries, bananas, granola, coconut & honey 14

+ natural peanut butter 3.5 +almond butter 4.25

Plain Greek Yogurt Bowl seasonal fruit, granola & honey 13

+ natural peanut butter 3.5 +almond butter 4.25

Pigs in a Blanket ketchup & dijonnaise 14

SOUP & SALAD

+ fresh baked baguette with butter 3

French Onion Soup melted gruyere cheese & garlic croutons 15

Roasted Creamy Tomato Soup garlic, onions, tomatoes, herbs & creme fraiche 15

Hungarian Mushroom Soup cremini mushrooms, sauteed onions, white wine, herbs & cream 15

Spring Grain Salad ancient grains, farro & quinoa, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onions, feta cheese, shredded kale dressed with oregano vinaigrette 16.5 + chicken 6

Winter Caesar Salad baby red romaine, kale, pomegranate, roasted pumpkin seeds, parmesan cheese, homemade croutons & house dressing 16.5 + chicken 6

SANDWICHES & BURGERS

on freshly baked bread & served with sea salt house chips

+ croissant 2.5 + avocado M.P.

Roasted Turkey & Brie garlic aioli & butter lettuce, toasted sourdough 16.5

Rosemar y Ham, Gorgonzola & Honey Smoked Bacon caramelized onions & butter lettuce on an everything croissant 18.5

Veggie Wrap spinach, red onion, carrot, mushroom, Swiss cheese, tomato olive tapenade, garlic aioli 15.5

Gourmet Grilled Cheese boursin, fontina & smoked gouda on Japanese white bread 15.5

+ bacon 7 or + candied bacon 9

Peanut Butter & Jelly on toasted mini butter croissants 12.5

Bistro Burger wagyu beef patty, aged cheddar, caramelized onions, & savory steak sauce on a housemade brioche bun with herbed parmesan bistro fries 21.5

SIDES

Roasted Potatoes 6.5 Avocado M.P. Seasonal Fruit 8 Bacon 7

Candied Bacon 9 Housemade Sea Salt Chips 4 Herbed Parmesan Bistro Fries 6

Housemade Turkey Sausage Patty (made with pork) 7.5 Housemade Italian Sausage (made with pork) 7.5

Empanada (spicy chorizo, butternut squash, caramelized onions, brown sugar & sage) 6

bakery

Pastries & Desserts

housemade next door & available until sell out

Cakes by the Slice

Carrot 9 / Chocolate with Vanilla Bean Frosting 9 / Red Velvet 9

Bagels

+ plain schmear 2 / + herb schmear 2.5

Salt 3.5 / Everything 3.5 / Swiss Cheese 4 / Seasonal 4 Croissants

+ housemade jam 1

Butter 5 / Everything 5.5 / Chocolate 6.5 / Almond 6.5

Muffins

Blueberry 4.5 / Lemon Poppyseed 4.5

Donut Holes

Nutella 1.25 each / Raspberry 1.25 each / 1/2 Dozen 5

house Sweets

Monkey Bread 5.5 / Seasonal Scone 5+ / Caramel Walnut Sticky Bun 8

Chocolate Chip Cookie 5 / Brownie 4.5

Gluten-Friendly

GF Peanut Butter Monster Cookie 5.5 / GF Banana Bread 6.5 / GF Seasonal Muffin 5

Pup Treat

Coffee & Espresso

Made with Whole Milk

+ flavor 1 / + espresso shot 2 / oat or almond milk 1

House French Roast 4.5 refills

French Press for Two 12.75

Café Au Lait 4.75

Rise & Shine 5.5

Iced Coffee 4.5

Cold Brew 6.5

Vietnamese Cold Brew 6.75

Lavender Vietnamese Cold Brew 7

Double Espresso 4.5

Americano 4.5

Cappuccino 5.5

Latte 6

Honey Bee Cortado 5

Vanilla Latte 7

Honey Lavender Latte 7

Cinnamon Honey Latte 7

Caramel Macchiato 7

Golden Turmeric Oat Latte 7.5

Dirty Chai 7

Mocha 7

Mexican Mocha 7

Beverages

Iced Southern Sun Tea 4.5

unsweetened or sweetened

House Lemonade 5

House French Lavender Lemonade 5.5

Arnold Palmer 4.5

Apple Juice 5.5

Orange Juice 6

Soda Pop, Sparkling Water & other assorted beverages available

Tea & Chocolate

Hot Chocolate 5.5

Mexican Hot Chocolate 5.75

Chai Tea Latte 5.5

Matcha Latte 6

Mary’s Sweet Matcha Latte 7

with almond milk

Hot Tea 4.5

selection of loose leaf organic fair trade

619-435-3525

APPETIZERS

Nachos Azul

Tortilla chips covered with beans and cheese, topped with salsa fresca, sour cream, & guacamole.

(best with carne asada, pork, chicken or shredded beef for $5.95)

Guacamole Dip

Fresh crushed Haas avocado mixed with pica de gallo & served with tortilla chips.

Baja Shrimp Cocktail

Chopped shrimp served in fresh tomato salsa with chilies, cucumber & avocado.

Shrimp Ceviché

Prawns marinated in lime juice served on crisp tortillas with salsa fresca & a sliced avocado.

Taquitos or Flautas

Three rolled corn tortillas stuffed with beef or three rolled flour tortillas stuffed with chicken, topped with salsa fresca, sour cream, cheese and guacamole.

Baja Wings

Spice rubbed chicken drummettes & wings, deep fried, served with house specialty sauce.

SANDWICHES

Charburger

Angus beef served on a warm bun with lettuce, tomato & onion.

(Add cheese for $1.95)

Grilled Chicken

Fresh chicken breast served on a warm bun with lettuce, tomato & onion.

(Add cheese for $1.95)

SOUPS & SALADS

Pozolé de Pollo

Traditional Mexican chicken soup with hominy, onions, cilantro & oregano.

Garden Esmeralda Salad

Mixed greens, tomato, jicama, red onion, corn and hearts of palm, tossed with house vinaigrette or chipotle ranch dressing.

Caesar Salad Azul

Romaine lettuce tossed with our roasted garlic dressing topped with asiago cheese.

Costa Spinach Salad

Fresh spinach tossed with poppyseed dressing, mandarin oranges, hard-boiled eggs, hearts of palm.

LOCAL FAVORITES

Pacific Swordfish

Pacific swordfish grilled with garlic, butter and lemon, served “Mexican-style” with rice, beans, salsa fresca, tortillas & guacamole.

“Gringo-style” with rice and sauteed vegetables.

Garlic Shrimp

Mexican shrimp sautéed in butter, garlic, lemon juice & seasonings. Your choice of sides: rice or sautéed vegetables or rice and beans.

COSTA AZUL BAYFRONT

1201 FIRST STREET

Children’s Menu Available

SOUTH OF THE BORDER SPECIALS

Served with rice & beans.

Grilled Carné Asada

Specially marinated steak, chargrilled and served with guacamole, salsa & fresh tortillas.

Coronado Burrito

Your choice of carné asada or chicken, filled with beans, guacamole, salsa fresca and cheese. Topped with salsa verde or salsa roja & melted cheese.

Carnitas Olé

Seasoned pork, seared then braised in beer, citrus and spices. Served with guacamole, salsa & fresh tortillas.

Chicken Chimichanga

A flour tortilla stuffed with chicken, cheese and beans, deep fried. Topped with sour cream, guacamole, and salsa fresca.

Swordfish Tacos

Two grilled swordfish tacos on flour tortillas with cabbage, salsa fresca, cheese & chipotle ranch.

Shrimp Burrito

Filled with sautéed shrimp, pepeprs, onions, tomatoes and pinto beans. Topped with chipotle chili saucem jalapeño cheesde sauce & melted cheese.

Chili Rellenos

Two roasted Anaheim peppers, stuffed with rotisserie chicken & cheese, topped with salsa rojo.

Veggie Burrito

Flour tortilla filled with sautéed vegetables, whole beans, cheese and salsa fresca. Topped with chili verde sauce, guacamole & whole pinto beans.

COMBINATION PLATES

Tacos Carne asada, carnitas, or chicken

Choice of two items with rice & beans.

Quesadillas Carne asada, carnitas, or chicken

Enchiladas

Chicken or cheese.

Antipasta Salad

Salad

Starters

Wings

Crispy Chicken Tenders

Cheesy Breadsticks

Cheese Quesadilla

American Fries

Salads

Classic Caesar

Garden

Greek

Spinach

Antipasto

Cucumber

Caprese

Chef Salad

Cobb Salad

Strand Salad

Breakfast (served all day)

High Tide Bagel

Bacon Breakfast Sandwich

Sausage Breakfast Sandwich

Breakfast Burrito

Steak & Egg Burrito

3 Egg Breakfast

Spinach & Mushroom Scramble

Veggie Scramble

Denver Scramble

We offer gourmet pizza, fresh salads with house-made dressings, great sandwiches, delicious wings, local beer, wine and spirits.

Everything on our menu (drinks too) can be delivered directly to your home or hotel room or drop by for a slice of our amazing pizza.

Specialty Pizzas (14” or 20”)

Cheese Pizza

Pepperoni

Bonfire BBQ Chicken

Meat Wave

Great White Park Life

Green Flash

The Duke (Hawaiian)

Margherita

Buffalo Chicken

High Tide

Monster Wave

Sweet Chili Pie

Tree Hugger

Calzonie or create your own

Cold Sandwiches

Italian Sub

Cali Club Sub

Coronado Club Sub

Deli Sandwich

Strand-Wrap

Avocado BLT Wrap

Chicken Caeser Wrap

Buffalo Chicken Wrap

Turkey Spinach Wrap

Amy’s Chicken Ranch Wrap

Veggie Wrap

Pastas

Mac & Cheese

Pesto Veggie

Garlic Cream Chicken

Marinara Meatball & Sausage

Hot Sandwiches & Burritos

Chicken Pesto Sub

Bacon BBQ Chicken Sub

Roast Beef Sub

Meatball Sub

Deluxe Hot Dog Sub

Spicy Italian Sausage Sub

Philly Cheese Steak or Chicken

Carne Asada Burrito

California Burrito

Visit HighTideCoronado.com to view our full menu and place an order for delivery or pick up.

HOURS Sun 9:00 – 8:30 | Mon – Wed 11:00 – 8:30 | Thu – Sat 9:00 – 8:30 (Summer We Open at 9:00 every day)

Pasta Plates

Rigatoni Bake

Oven baked rigatoni, meat sauce, melted mozzarella.

Tomato Basil Spaghettini

Spaghettini pasta with fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic & olive oil.

Garlic Chicken

Savory chicken, garlic and mushrooms in a white wine & light cream sauce. Served over fettuccine

Verdura Pasta

Spinach, mushooms, tomatoes, capers, olives, onions & artichoke hearts tossed in olive oil & garlic. Served over spaghetti.

Rosemary Chicken

Fresh chicken breast baked with rosemary and garlic. Served with rigatoni pesto

For a full menu, visit our website

Pizza

Oven baked 12” pies.

Cheese Pizza

Build Your Own Pizza

Add any ingredient for a $1.95 each

Prima Vera Pizza

Green & red peppers, onions, black olives, mushrooms & mozzarella

Artichoke Heart Pizza

Artichoke hearts, tomatoes & mozzarella

White Pizza

Pesto, tomatoes & mozzarella

BBQ Chicken Pizza

Stuffed Pasta

Manicotti

Pasta stuffed with cheeses, baked with fresh marinara sauce & mozzarella cheese

Lobster Ravioli

Ravioli stuffed with lobster and topped with creamy alfredo sauce

Wild Mushroom Ravioli

Savory ravioli stuffed with shiitake mushrooms and cheese and topped with marinara and pesto sauce.

BBQ sauce, chicken, tomatoes, cilantro & mozzarella

Island Pizza

Sausage, pepperoni, green and red peppers & onion

Torpedo

Fresh deli meats and mozzarella, served hot or cold.

Turkey Breast

Fresh turkey breast and mozzarella, served hot or cold.

Meatball or Sausage Sub

Home-made meatballs or Italian spicy sausage topped with marinara & melted mozzarella

Four Cheese Pizza

Fontina, mozzarella, parmesan & fresh mozzarella cheeses

Roy-Roy Pizza

Four cheese pizza with double pepperoni & double pizza sauce

Hawaiian Pizza

Freshly baked pizza with ham & pineapple slices

Sundried Tomato Pizza

Freshly baked pizza with sundried tomatoes, feta & mozzarella cheeses

Portobello Mushroom Pizza

Freshly baked pizza with marinated portabello mushrooms, fresh spinach & onions

Spicy Scampi Pizza

White shrimp, garlic, jalapeno, tomato & cilantro

Sandwiches

Served with pasta salad.

Caprese Sandwich

Fresh mozzarella, pesto, tomato & basil

Portabello Sandwich

Portabello mushrooms served open faced with melted mozzerella, fresh basil, and marinara.

Roasted Eggplant

Eggplant roasted with garlic, olive oil, served open faced with melted mozzerella, fresh basil, and marinara.

Tortellini

Tri-colored cheese tortellini, spinach, basil, and sundried tomato in a cream sauce, topped with chicken

Canneloni

Pasta stuffed with meat and Italian cheeses, baked with fresh marinara sauce and mozzerella cheese.

Seafood

Shrimp Scampi

Jumbo shrimp, tomatoes, fresh basil, onion and capers, sauteed with white wine garlic andoliveoil served over spaghetti

Fettuccine & Clam Sauce

White wine clam sauce with mushrooms, garlic & tomatoes served over fettucine

Seafood Alfredo

Scallops, shrimp & clams in olive oil & garlic served over a bed of fettucine alfredo

Fresh Salmon

Atlantic salmon baked and topped with spicy cilantro and serrano pesto

Jumbo Scallops

Jumbo scallops in a white wine and cream sauce with fresh mushrooms & asaparagus, served over fettuccine.

12 & Under

Pee-Wee Pasta Plates

Kraft Mac & Cheese

Cheesy Pepperoni Garlic Bread

Cheese Ravioli

Starters

FRIED PICKLES ............................................ 7.50 southern fried dill pickle chips served with our jalapeño mustard dipping sauce

TEXAS B RISKE T CHILI ....................7.50 / 11.50 chopped smoked beef brisket stewed with fresh chiles and spices, served with corn fritters

MEMPHIS PORK NACHOS .........................15.50 covered in queso sauce and topped with diced tomatoes, jalapeños, green onions, drizzled sour cream and BBQ sauce anda heap of pulled pork, sweet, hot and crunchy!

SLIDERS (3) .................................................11.50

your choice of pulled pork, brisket, or chicken served on a sweet rolland topped with slaw and BBQ sauce

TENNESSEE STRE ET TACOS (3) ...............11.50 a taco trioof pork, chicken, or brisket topped with mexican slaw, tangy BBQ crema and fresh cilantro

DIRT Y FRIES .................................................15.50

curlyfries,pulled pork,queso, jalapeños

PIGGY FRIES (CURLY FRIES) .................... 6/ 9

CORN FRIT TERS ........................................ 6 / 9 best little balls in the West, served with honey butter

BIG OL’ SALAD $14

(619) 522-0217

SAM’i CHES

served with one side

TRADITIONAL

PULLED PORK .................................................. 14.25 potato bun, coleslaw, sauce

BBQ CHICKEN BREAST ..............................13.75 potato bun, coleslaw, sauce

BEEF BRISKE T................................................... 15.25 potato bun, onions, pickles, sauce

JALAPEN OCHEDDARS AUSAGE ...................14 amaroso roll, onions, pickles, sauce

SMOKED TURKE Y ..............................................13 potato bun, cranberry sauce, lettuce, tomato

- FUN & FUNKY -

CALI BBQ 16

smokedpull pork or pulled chicken, mexican slaw, fresh cilantro, jalapeños, avocado, tangy BBQ crema, torta bun

TEXAS HEAR THROB ....................................16.25 brisket, sausage, pork, amaroso roll

Mixed greens with cucumber, carrots, jicama, tomato and corn with your choice of pulled pork, chicken, or brisket

TE XAS POTATO $14.50 +$2 w/sausage

a1 lb. hickory smoked potato topped with smoked pulled pork, chicken, sausage or brisket chili & piggy’s cheese sauce, sour cream, BBQ sauce, bacon & green onion

MAC & CHEESE

MAC & CHEESE ......................................................... 6/8

cavatappi noodles, housemade cheese sauce

PIGGY MAC ................................................................ 12.50

mac and pulled pork, crispy onions, BBQ sauce

ME XI MAC .................................................................. 12.50

mac and jalapeño cheddar sausage, jalapeño, cilantro, BBQ crema

CHILI MAC ................................................................. 12.50 mac and texas brisket chili

Si DES

• PO’ TATER SALAD • SMOKED MAC SALAD

• SLAW • SMOKED BAKED BEANS

GRILLED CHEESE PORK SANDWICH .............. 16 thick Texas buttered bread, american cheese, smoked pork

PLATES

PULLED PORK .................................14.25 / 19.25

BEEF BRISKET..................................15.25 /20.25

CHICKE N ......................................... 11 / 14 / 19

BABY BACK RIBS ............................... 16 /22 /29

served with one side & white bread 4 bones| 1/2 rack | Full

COMBOS

served with two sides & white bread

LIL’ MARKET COMBO 25 pick two meats

PIG OUT PL AT TER............................................. 33 pick three meats

GONETO MARKE TS AMPLER 40 feeds 2. 4 rib bones, lil’brisket, lil’ pulled pork 1/2 bird

A LA CARTE

PULLEDPORK 25/LB

BEEF BRISKE T 28/LB

CHICKE N ............................................... 16 Whole

BABY BACK RIBS 27/RACK

PO’TATER SALAD .7PINT/12 QUART

SLAW .7PINT/ 12 QUART

SMOKEDMAC SALAD 7 PINT/12 QUART

SMOKEDBAKED BE ANS .7PINT/12 QUART

SPECIALS

served with lemon wedge, and our signature Spiro’s

3 Grilled Shrimp Tacos

grilled shrimp, romaine, pico de gallo, fresh avocado, served with lemon wedge, and our signature Spiro’s salsa

Fish and Chips

beer-battered fish, fries, coleslaw, house-made tartar, and cocktail sauces

PITA SANDWICHES

tomato, onion, and tzatziki

tomato, onion, and tzatziki

Lamb-Beef Gyro

Lamb-Beef Gyro

Chicken Gyro

Chicken Gyro

Falafel

Falafel also includes lettuce and hummus

also includes lettuce and hummus

one side of fries, rice or salad, and a fountain

one side of fries, rice or salad, and a fountain drink add

SOUPS AND SALADS

SOUPS AND SALADS

served with warm pita

served with warm pita

Avgolemono Soup

Avgolemono Soup traditional chicken, lemon, egg, and rice soup

traditional chicken, lemon, egg, and rice soup

Lentil Bean Soup lentils, celery, and carrots

Lentil Bean Soup

lentils, celery, and carrots

Greek Salad

Greek Salad

lettuce, feta, tomato, red onion, cucumber, olives, pepperoncini, house-made dressing, and tzatziki

lettuce, feta, tomato, red onion, cucumber, olives, pepperoncini, house-made dressing, and tzatziki

Horiatiki Village Salad

Horiatiki Village Salad

tomato, cucumber, pepperoncini, red onion, olives, feta, and tzatziki

tomato, cucumber, pepperoncini, red onion, olives, feta, and tzatziki

Falafe

Falafe

Grilled Chicken

Grilled Chicken

Lamb-Beef or Chicken Gyro

Lamb-Beef or Chicken Gyro

Chicken Kabob

Chicken Kabob

Lamb Kabob

Lamb Kabob

Shrimp Kabob

Filet Mignon Kabob

Shrimp Kabob Filet Mignon Kabob

FOR THE KIDDOS (10 and under please!) includes a kid’s juice

Chicken Tenders w/ Fries

Chicken Tenders w/ Fries

Pepperoni or

Shrimp Kabob

Filet Mignon Kabob

FOR THE KIDDOS includes a kid’s juice

Chicken Tenders w/

Pepperoni or Cheese

Cheese Quesadilla

PLATTERS

PLATTERS

served with greek salad, pita, tzatziki, and choice of fries or rice

served with greek salad, pita, tzatziki, and choice of fries or rice

Lamb and Beef Gyro

Lamb and Beef Gyro

Chicken Gyro

Chicken Gyro

Chicken Kabob

Chicken Kabob

Lamb Kabob

Lamb Kabob

Shrimp Kabob

Shrimp Kabob

Falafel

Falafel

Spanakopita

Spanakopita

Moussaka

Moussaka

Filet Mignon Kabob

Filet Mignon Kabob

Salmon

Salmon

Lamb Chops

Lamb Chops

DESSERT

DESSERT

Kourabiedes (Greek Wedding Cookies)

Kourabiedes (Greek Wedding Cookies)

Rice Pudding

Rice Pudding

Baklava

Baklava Baklava Cheesecake

LET’S

LET’S DRINK

Draft Beer

Wine By The Glass

Wine By The Bottle

Domestic Bottled Beer

Imported Bottled Beer

Fountain Soda

Bottled Water

Pita

Pepperoni or Cheese Pizza Pita

Cheese Quesadilla

Cheese Quesadilla

Kid’s Juice

Bottled & Canned Drinks

LET’S SHARE

Tzatziki and Pita traditional Greek dip

Hummus and Pita with a side of Kalamata olives

Dolmades and Pita rolled grape leaves with rice and herbs

Roasted Red Pepper Feta Dip with warm pita, roasted red peppers, garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and chili flakes

Falafel

spiced mashed chickpea fritters, warm pita, olives, tzatziki, and hummus

Spanakopita

flaky phyllo dough stuffed with spinach and feta, and side of tzatziki

Gyro Fries

topped with feta cheese, diced tomato, red onion, olives, pepperoncini, Greek spices, and our lamb-beef gyro meat

Saganaki (Flaming Greek Cheese) with warm pita

Spiro’s Sampler

falafel, dolmades, hummus, tzatziki, roasted red pepper feta dip, olives, and warm pita

NOT SO GREEK BUT LOCAL FAVS

Crispy Calamari

house-made tartar and cocktail sauces, served w/ lemon wedge

2 Baja Fish Tacos

beer-battered fish tacos, shredded cabbage, pico de gallo, served with lemon wedge, and our signature Spiro’s salsa

3 Grilled Shrimp Tacos

grilled shrimp, romaine, pico de gallo, fresh avocado, served with lemon wedge, and our signature Spiro’s salsa

Fish and Chips

beer-battered fish, fries, coleslaw, house-made tartar, and cocktail sauces

PITA SANDWICHES

tomato, onion, and tzatziki

Lamb-Beef Gyro

Chicken Gyro

Falafel also includes lettuce and hummus

MAKE IT A MEAL

one side of fries, rice or salad, and a fountain drink add

SOUPS AND SALADS

served with warm pita

Avgolemono Soup

traditional chicken, lemon, egg, and rice soup

Lentil Bean Soup

lentils, celery, and carrots

Greek Salad

lettuce, feta, tomato, red onion, cucumber, olives, pepperoncini, house-made dressing, and tzatziki

Horiatiki Village Salad

tomato, cucumber, pepperoncini, red onion, olives, feta, and tzatziki

Falafe

Grilled Chicken

Lamb-Beef or Chicken Gyro

Chicken Kabob

Lamb Kabob

Shrimp Kabob

Filet Mignon Kabob

FOR THE KIDDOS (10 and under includes a kid’s juice

Chicken Tenders w/ Fries

Pepperoni or Cheese Pizza Pita

Cheese Quesadilla

LA JOLLA VILLAGE

909 PROSPECT ST, STE 100b

LA JOLLA, CA 92037 (858) 352-6588

CORONADO FERRY LANDING

1201 1ST STREET CORONADO, CA 92118 (619) 435-1225

CATERING

Feeds 4 people

Rice, Greek salad, pita, and tzatziki

Lamb & Beef Gyro $70.00

Chicken Gyro $72.00

Chicken Kabob $75.00

Lamb Kabob $78.00

Shrimp Kabob $88.00

Filet Mignon $88.00

Feeds 10 people

Rice, Greek salad, pita, and tzatziki

Lamb & Beef Gyro $165.00

Chicken Gyro $170.00

Chicken Kabob $180.00

Lamb Kabob $185.00

Shrimp Kabob $195.00

Filet Mignon Kabob $195.00

A’LA CARTE’

Chicken Kabob $6.95/ea

Lamb Kabob $8.95/ea

Shrimp Kabob $9.95/ea

Filet Mignon Kabob $9.95/ea

Hummus and Pita $14.00/pint

Roasted Red Pepper Dip and Pita $16.00/pint

Warm Pita $14.00/dozen

ESTABLISHED IN 1996 - LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED, AUTHENTIC THAI CUISINE

619.435.8110 | 1001 C Avenue

APPETIZERS SOUPS SPECIALTIES

Spring Rolls

Four deep-fried spring rolls with ground chicken, cabbage, carrots, & clear thin noodles served with plum sauce

Satay

Four pieces of skewered chicken served with peanut sauce

Swaddee Shrimp

Garlic marinated shrimp, cilantro & black pepper wrapped in a spring roll skin; served with plum sauce

NOODLES & RICE

Vegetarian (Tofu)

Chicken or Pork

Beef

Shrimp

Pad Thai

Paradise Noodles

Yum Woonsen

Pad Se-Ew

Pad Woonsen

Drunken Noodles

Regular Fried Rice

Spicy Fried Rice

Pineapple Fried Rice

Lunch Tues - Sat 11AM-3PM

Dinner Tues - Sat 4:30PM-9PM

Closed Sunday and Monday

Gang Jued

Clear broth with chinese cabbage, ground pork, clear noodles and scallions

Tom Yum

Spicy broth seasoned with lemon grass, lime juice, tomato, green onion and mushroom. Chicken, Shrimp or Seafood

Tom Kar

Vividly flavored coconut soup; seasoned with lime juice, lemon grass, tomato, green onion and mushroom. Chicken, Shrimp or Seafood

SALADS

Swaddee Chef Salad

Lettuce, tomato, carrot, cucumber and onion; topped with tofu and served with peanut sauce

Som Tom

Shredded green papaya mixed with peanuts, tomatoes and lime juice

Nam

Minced pork, fresh ginger, red onions, peanuts, chillies and lime juice

Pae Sa

Steamed whole fish flavored with plum sauce; topped with ginger, parsley and steamed vegetables

Pla Kratiam

Golden brown whole fish topped with a roasted garlic

Pla Sam Ros

Golden fried whole fish with a combination of three flavored sauce, garlic and chili

Pla Choo Chee

Golden fried whole fish topped with tasty choo chee curry; simmered in coconut cream

Larb Pla

Deep fried whole fish topped with green apple, red onion, lime juice and fresh mint leaves

Hoa Mok

Scallops, squid, shrimp, & mussels served in banana leaf bowl, covered in curry coconut sauce

Online ordering for takeout: https://www.talech.com/biz/ordering/932704/SWADDEE-THAI-RESTAURANT-OF-CORONADO-CA#/menu

CURRY

Vegetarian (Tofu)

Chicken or Pork

Beef

Shrimp

Panang, Red Curry, Green Curry, Yellow Curry

Gang Massaman, Choo Chee

Local Dining

Albaca At Marriott (619) 435-3000

Amalo Brew 640 Orange Ave. (619) 537-9011

Avenue Liquor & Subs 878 Orange Ave. (619) 435-4668

Babcock & Story Bar

At the Hotel Del (619) 435-6611

Balsamico Italian Kitchen 791 Palm Ave., Ste 101 , IB (858) 294-3183

Bay Books Cafe 1007 Orange Ave. (619) 435-0070

Beach & Taco Shack

At the Del (619) 522-8100

Better Buzz 1305 Orange Ave (619)866-6896

Bluewater Boathouse 701 Strand Way (619) 435-0155

Boardwalk Beach Club 1300 Orange Ave. (619) 522-0946

Brigantine 1333 Orange Ave (619) 435-4166

Burger Lounge 922 Orange Ave. (619) 435-6835

Calypso Café

505 Grand Caribe Isle (619) 423-5144

Central Liquor & Deli 178 Orange Ave. (619) 435-0118

Chez Loma 1132 Loma Ave. (619) 435-0661

Clayton’s Bakery & Bistro 849 Orange Ave (619) 319-5001

Clayton’s Coffee Shop 979 Orange Ave. (619) 435-5425

Clayton’s Mexican Take Out 1107 10th St. (619) 437-8811

Cold Stone Creamery

Ferry Landing (619) 437-6919

Coronado Brewing Co. 170 Orange Ave. (619) 437-4452

Coronado Cays Lounge 4000 Coronado Bay Rd. (169) 424-4000

Coronado Coffee Co.

Ferry Landing (619) 522-0217

Coronado Tasting Room

Ferry Landing (619) 534-5034

Costa Azul

Ferry Landing (619) 435-3525

Crown Landing at Loews Bay Resort 4000 Coronado Bay Rd. (619) 424-4444

Crown Bistro 520 Orange Ave. (619) 435-3678

Culinary Kitchen Catering & Events 1019 C Ave. (619) 775-7375

Danny’s Palm Bar & Grill 965 Orange Ave. (619) 435-3171

Doggos Gus 1313 J Street, San Diego (619) 534-9315

Domino’s 1330 Orange Ave. (619) 437-4241

ENO Pizzeria & Wine Bar At Hotel Del (619) 522-8546

Feast and Fareway 2000 Visalia Row (619) 996-3322

Filippis 285 Palm Ave., IB (619) 754-6650

Garage Buona Forchetta 1000 C Ave. (619) 675-0079

Gelato Paradiso 918 Orange Ave. (619) 629-5343

High Tide Bottle Shop & Kitchen 933 Orange Ave. (619) 435-1380

Il Fornaio

1333 1st St. (619) 437-4911

Island Pasta 1202 Orange Ave. (619) 435-4545

Jolie

126 Orange Ave. (619) 704-2467

KFC/Taco Bell

100 B Ave. (619) 435-2055

Lil’ Piggy’s BBQ Ferry Landing (619) 522-0217

Little Frenchie 1166 Orange Ave. (619) 313-6003

Lobster West 1033 B Ave. #102 (619) 675-0002

McP’s Irish Pub 1107 Orange Ave. (619) 435-5280

Miguelito’s 1142 Adella Ave. (619) 437-8578

Miguel’s Cocina 1351 Orange Ave. (619) 437-4237

Parakeet Cafe 1134 Orange Ave. (619) 675-0104

Park Place Liquor & Deli 1000 Park Place (619) 435-0116

Peohe’s Ferry Landing (619) 437-4474

Poké 1•2•3 1009 Orange Ave poke123usa.com

Rosemary Trattoria 120 Orange Ave. (619) 537-0054

Saiko Sushi 116 Orange Ave. (619) 435-0868

Serea at the Del (619) 522-8100

Sheerwater At the Del (619) 435-6611

Siam Imperial Kitchen 226 Palm Ave., IB (619) 621-6650

Silver Strand Exchange At Loews Resort (619) 424-4000

Smokehouse at the Del (619) 435-6611

Spiro’s Greek Café

Ferry Landing (619) 435-1225

Stake Chophouse + Bar 1309 Orange Ave. (619) 522-0077

Subway 1330 Orange Ave. (619) 435-8272

Swaddee Thai 1001 C Ave. (619) 435-8110

Tartine

1106 1st St. (619) 435-4323

Tavern

1310 Orange Ave. (619) 437-0611

The Henry 1031 Orange Ave. (619) 762-1022

The Islander 1015 Orange Ave. (619) 437-6087

The Little Club 132 Orange Ave. (619) 435-5885

Trident Coffee 942 Orange Ave (619) 522-4905

Villa Nueva Bakery Cafe 956 Orange Ave. (619) 435-1256

Village Pizzeria Bayside

Ferry Landing (619) 437-0650

Village Pizzeria

1206 Orange Ave. (619) 522-0449

Vom Fass

Ferry Landing (619) 534-5034

Which Wich 926 Orange Ave. (619) 522-9424

Yummy Sushi

1330 Orange Ave. (619) 435-2771

Local Dining

Coffee Across Coronado

By LAUREN CURTIS

If my calculations are correct, there are over 30 locations on our little island to get your caffeine fix. From cold brew to hot lattes, espresso martinis to iced fraps, countless options are afoot. As someone born and raised here in Coronado and a years-long coffee enthusiast, I have rounded up just a few of my favorites.

Whether you are well-versed in the local coffee scene, looking to branch out from your comfort shop, or a newcomer to the bittersweet world of caffeinated concoctions, I hope this will inspire you to try something new and, as always, support local businesses!

Coronado Coffee Company

The Coronado Coffee Company cart is located at the Ferry Landing, making it the perfect stop on your bayside walk. Here, you will see people from all walks of life enjoying their coffee upon an unobstructed view of the San Diego Skyline across the bay. Not only does this location come with a view, but it also has a wide variety of coffees, smoothies, bowls, pastries, and even pup cups for your furry friends to enjoy.

Located at 1201 1st Street

Garage Buona Forchetta Walk-Up Window

Garage Buona Forchetta is known for its traditional Italian eats, but just around the corner from the restaurant’s front entrance you will find a hidden gem in the form of a walk-up coffee window. For those seeking a serious caffeine boost, this window serves up some of the strongest and richest espresso drinks I have had on island and also offers an array of fresh pastries. My personal favorite is their signature banana bread, which perfectly balances out each bitter sip of morning brew.

Located at 1000 C Avenue (window is around the corner on 10th Street)

Clayton’s Coffee Shop

I couldn’t compile a list of local coffee shops without including one of the town’s OGs: Clayton’s. For anyone who has lived here a while, you most likely know at least one person (friend, sibling, child, etc.) who has worked at Clayton’s at one point or another, as it is famously a fantastic location for young locals to find employment. This only adds to the small-town feel flowing throughout. While Clayton’s has a classic diner menu with countless coffee options, their specialty drinks, like this Iced S’mores Mocha, set them apart. If you are looking for something a little sweeter and that timeless diner feel, Clayton’s is the place for you.

Located at 979 Orange Avenue

Bay Books Coffee Shop

As an avid reader, I am endlessly thankful for our local bookstore, Bay Books. Being able to shop locally for all my reading needs feels special in today’s “Bezonian” world. And what makes this bookstore even more enjoyable is the coffee shop directly attached. One of my life’s little joys is ordering a coffee, browsing the store to find a new book while I wait, and sitting down on their patio with my new read and fresh latte while Orange Avenue life passes by. There truly is nothing like it.

Located at 1007 Orange Avenue

Tartine

Tartine is described as a café by day and a bistro by night. During those morning and early afternoon hours, Tartine is quaint yet bustling. As a local favorite, Tartine boasts sweet and savory menu items inspired by a café you might find tucked into a cozy street corner in Europe. Beyond its famous pastries and desserts, Tartine also has warm and inviting coffee options to sip on and indoor and patio seating. My personal favorite is their oat milk latte, and while you’re there, a slice of quiche is always a good idea.

Located at 1106 1st Street

Parakeet Café

Possibly the most Instargrammed coffee shop in Coronado, Parakeet Café on Orange Avenue is full of colorful, on-theme decor, including artfully curated gallery walls, quirky wallpaper, and its oft-photographed neon sign telling you they are “glad you’re here.” Beyond its distinctive interior, Parakeet offers locally roasted coffee classics and a full menu of signature sips, matcha drinks, and wellness lattes. While you are there, don’t forget to stop by the Parakeet Juicery attached next door.

Located at 1134 Orange Avenue

For those looking to “amp up” their usual coffee order… *wink wink*

McP’s Irish Pub

If you want to add a little punch to your usual coffee order, there will be no judgment here! It may not be Saint Patrick’s Day quite yet, but it’s close enough in my book. If you want to celebrate like the Irish this month, look no further than McP’s for one of their famous Irish coffees; you won’t regret it.

Located at 1107 Orange Avenue

Tavern

Another option for those looking to combine coffee hour and happy hour is Tavern. Not only is the underground atmosphere one of my favorites in Coronado, but their espresso martini simply never fails to bring me joy. A beautiful marriage of house-infused vanilla vodka, white chocolate liqueur, chocolate mole bitters, Maldon smoked sea salt, and espresso, all garnished with freshly grated cinnamon; what more could you ask for?

Located at 1310 Orange Avenue

MollyHainesMcKay@gmail.com

MollyHainesMcKay.com

CarrieMickel@bhhscal.com

DRE#

lindseyblyons@gmail.com

A BORDER BETWEEN US

San Diego |Tijuana named The 2024 World Design Capital

San Diego and Tijuana form the largest bina�onal region along the US border.

Established in 1970, the San Ysidro Land Port of Entry is the busiest border crossing point in both the US and the Western Hemisphere, ranking as the fourth busiest land border crossing globally. Posi�oned conveniently between Tijuana, Mexico, and San Diego, California, the San Ysidro crossing offers accessibility for both foot travelers and vehicles through the El Chaparral crossing point, catering to long and short‐term travelers alike. Just as locals might venture to neighboring suburbs or towns for business or leisure, residents of this region frequently u�lize the San Ysidro crossing. Annually, over 106 million individual crossings occur at the San Ysidro border, with a staggering 48 million cars and trucks passing through the El Chaparral sec�on.

Recent coverage in Coronado's local papers has shed light on the longstanding issue of sewage owing from Mexico into America, highligh�ng a challenge that governments on both sides of the border have been grappling with for decades. The Interna�onal Boundary and Water Commission reports that over the past ve years, more than 100 billion gallons of untreated sewage, industrial waste, and urban runoff have polluted the Tijuana Estuary and the Pacic Ocean via the Tijuana River and its tributaries. The deteriora�ng water

treatment infrastructure in Tijuana leads to raw sewage owing into the Pacic Ocean, contamina�ng California beaches, including Coronado's coastline.

Furthermore, in recent years immigra�on has escalated to crisis levels, with projec�ons indica�ng that San Diego County could witness up to 1,000 migrants entering the United States via the San Diego/Mexico interna�onal border daily, unless federal interven�on occurs.

Considering these challenges, the signicance of collabora�ve efforts between San Diego and Tijuana becomes increasingly apparent.

With over half of the global popula�on residing in urban areas, design has emerged as a cri�cal tool for enhancing the a�rac�veness, compe��veness, efficiency, livability, and sustainability of ci�es. Previous collabora�ve

ini�a�ves between San Diego and Tijuana have yielded posi�ve outcomes, demonstra�ng the interdependence between the two regions and the necessity for mutual support during crises. For instance, amidst the COVID‐19 pandemic, this bina�onal region faced shared health challenges, emphasizing the importance of coordinated responses across borders. A virus doesn’t recognize borders. Establishing a formal structure for regular bina�onal communica�on, coordina�on, and collabora�on is essen�al to address pressing issues effec�vely. The solidarity displayed during challenging �mes has reinforced exis�ng partnerships and fostered deeper cross‐border networks, bringing together various agencies and en��es to tackle regional

challenges comprehensively.

Against this backdrop of challenges facing the two na�ons at the border, the designa�on of the San Diego Tijuana region as the World Design Capital (WDC) for 2024 marks a signicant milestone. This joint designa�on by the World Design Organiza�on (WDO) represents the rst bina�onal recogni�on in the history of the WDC program. San Diego becomes the rst city in the United States, while Tijuana becomes the second city in Mexico to receive this dis�nc�on, following Mexico City's selec�on in 2018. The WDC designa�on presents a unique opportunity to shape the future of the region through the transforma�ve power of design and collabora�on.

The WDC program, designated every two years by the WDO, acknowledges a city's innova�ve use of design to enhance economic, social, cultural and environmental development. Through a year‐long program of events, the region can showcase best prac�ces in design‐centric policies, foster civic engagement, and a�ract business and tourism. The objec�ves of the WDC program encompass showcasing a city's design‐driven reinven�on, promo�ng it on the interna�onal stage, raising public awareness of design's poten�al, inspiring other ci�es to leverage design for growth, fostering an interna�onal network of design‐effec�ve ci�es, and ensuring a

las�ng design legacy.

Ci�es designated as World Design Capitals reap several benets, including heightened visibility as hubs of crea�vity and innova�on, increased investment and tourism, enhanced economic development, improved quality of life for residents, interna�onal recogni�on as design leaders, global image‐building, and membership in an interna�onal network of design‐driven ci�es. Since its incep�on in 2008, the WDC program has witnessed numerous success stories and achievements, contribu�ng to the emergence of a global network of ci�es dedicated to harnessing design to address societal challenges.

Previous WDC designa�ons include Torino (Italy) in 2008, Seoul (South Korea) in 2010, Helsinki (Finland) in 2012, Cape Town (South Africa) in 2014, Taipei (Taiwan, Chinese Taipei) in 2016, Mexico City (Mexico) in 2018, Lille Metropole (France) in 2020, and Valencia (Spain) in 2022. The joint designa�on of San Diego (USA) and Tijuana (Mexico) for 2024 marks a signicant moment in the WDC program's history, emphasizing cross‐border collabora�on and innova�on. Frankfurt RheinMain (Germany) is set to assume the �tle in 2026.

The celebra�on of the WDC designa�on commenced in Mexico on February 28 with a Community Celebra�on held at the CECUT (Central Cultural Tijuana Center) in Tijuana. As the focal venue of cultural offerings in the northwest region of Mexico, CECUT served as

the ideal loca�on for the inaugural event, symbolizing the iden�ty of Tijuana. Throughout the year, the region will host a series of events, exhibi�ons, and summits across San Diego and Tijuana, including seven signature events and over 350 community ini�a�ves. These ini�a�ves aim to showcase the region as a global center for design, innova�on, arts, and culture, while fostering las�ng economic, social, cultural, civic, and environmental impact.

March will feature several community ini�a�ves, including a special exhibi�on at the San Diego Central Library �tled "Celebra�on of Jubila�on – The Art and Vision of James Hubbell." This exhibi�on will spotlight the renowned ar�st James Hubbell, whose works, including "Sea Passage" in Coronado as well as other works of art at various loca�ons in both San Diego and Tijuana. Another notable event

in March is the exhibi�on "La Frontera," exploring the complexity of the U.S.‐Mexico border through the medium of jewelry, presented at Mingei Interna�onal Museum with a companion exhibi�on at CECUT. In August, Coronado will host a series of events as part of the WDC celebra�on, organized by the Coronado Cultural Arts Commission and local nonprot partners. These events will include a visual arts exhibi�on featuring local and Tijuana ar�sts, a culinary event showcasing regional cuisine and wines, lectures on Coronado's architecture and public art inuenced by the proximity to Tijuana. A lm screening hosted by Coronado Island Film Fes�val, music concerts by the Coronado Community Band, and a special Summer Promenade Concert featuring the music of the region performed by the

Coronado Philharmonia Orchestra are also in the works.

The designa�on of the San Diego Tijuana region as the World Design Capital has not only created new partnerships but also strengthened exis�ng collabora�ons within the region, underscoring the poten�al for collec�ve ac�on in addressing shared challenges and celebra�ng collec�ve achievements. Through the lens of design, this bina�onal designa�on offers a pla�orm for innova�on, crea�vity, and coopera�on, shaping a brighter future for the region as a whole.

For more informa�on contact the Cultural Arts Commission at 619.522‐2633 or coronadoarts@gmail.com.

ISLAND ICON: SUSAN RING KEITH

By CAROL PASTOR

Susan Keith is a name familiar to all who have lived in Coronado for more than a few years. She was a child of the WWII years, born in 1941 at the old Family Hospital at Naval Air Station North Island. She says not many can claim that. She was born into a Navy family whose careers now span generations. Like so many other navy children, she attended many schools, some in Coronado, others in Washington, D.C. She remembers her early years at Miss Bunny’s preschool in Coronado.

Susan grew up with two brothers, both of whom joined the Navy. After completing two years of college, she returned to Coronado to manage the family household and help her mother with her invalid father. She ultimately married and had three children of her own, all of whom now live within thirty minutes of Coronado. Those three have now given her nine grandchildren, of whom she is extremely proud. Remarkably, they gather every Sunday with Susan for dinner; adults, children, and dogs alike.

Once her children were grown and out of the house, Susan had time to give to her community, Coronado. Susan followed in her mother’s footsteps, dedicating her life to service. Her mother, Eleanor Ring Storrs, was a longtime Coronado resident who served the town in many ways. Her long list of achievements includes being a founding member of the Coronado Historical Association, Coronado Hospital Auxiliary, and the Coronado Playhouse Coronets. She was one of the original members of the Coronado Floral Association and Coronado Fourth of July Committee. To this day, each organization continues to host two of Coronado’s most beloved traditions: the Coronado Flower Show and the Fourth of July Parade. Her dedication to Coronado extended into serving as a City Council member. She also served as President of the Coronado Republican Women’s Club, where she

Portrait of Susan Kieth. 1990. Coronado Historical Association Collection.

Susan holds a silver platter for a Coronado event. 1966. Coronado Historical Association Collection

has been recognized nationally as California’s “Republican Grand Lady.”

Susan herself served on the City Council for six years, as well as on the Planning Commission, Historic Resource Commission, and the Library Board of Trustees. As a member of the Crown Garden Club, she is still an organizer of events when called upon and was a longtime volunteer at the Coronado Flower Show. Above all, Susan has a love for Coronado history, only natural after her mother helped found the Coronado Historical Association. She has served on the Board of Directors of the Coronado Historical Association, been President, volunteered on and chaired several committees, and currently serves on the Collections Committee, selecting artifacts to be included in CHA’s collection. “We are a special town and special people,” with CHA helping to keep our heritage alive. With the long history of her family in Coronado, she continues to donate items to the CHA museum to add to their collections.

Another way that Susan followed in her mother’s footsteps was by sponsoring the USS Coronado. Eleanor Ring Storrs was undoubtedly the perfect person to sponsor the USS Coronado

(LPD-11) as her marriages to Vice Admiral Stanhope C. Ring and Rear Admiral A.P. Storrs solidified her connection to the Navy as a military wife. Her service to the community and the military is surely why the Secretary of the Navy gave her the honor of sponsoring the second ship to be named after the Emerald City. The honor of sponsoring and christening the USS Coronado was extended to Susan when the third USS Coronado (LCS-4) was ready to become

an official US Navy vessel. Susan was given this honor not only because of her heritage but also because of her service to the Coronado community.

Susan has fond memories of her years here, restaurants now long gone, dear friends, times spent with cousins, aunts, and uncles, a quieter time, and a beloved village.

Susan Ring Keith is a woman you are not likely to forget. A true icon of Coronado.

USS Coronado Launching. 1968. Coronado Historical Association Collection.

Susan holds the Coronado City Flag in front of the USS Coronado. n.d. Coronado Historical Association Collection.

Gail Samuels, Linda Fleming, and Susan at a CHA event. 1995. Coronado Historical Association Collection.

Art Imitating Life

Meet artist Jerome LeBlanc, ready to prompt double-takes at the 2024 Coronado Art & Wine Festival

This is not Tom Cruise. This is a Maverick lookalike. Your brain knows this, so why does meeting him feel like you’re taking a 1500mph thrill ride in an F14?

Walking down Orange Avenue heads turn, faces light up, even hardened military men in real deal flight suits revert to the wide-eyed kid who first watched Top Gun back in 1986, perhaps recalling that fledgling desire to become a fighter pilot.

Initially I put it down to the teeth, so dazzling you’re the one reaching for the Ray Bans, then I suspect the costume precision, from aviator patches to ornate cowboy boots. But then Jerome speaks,

revealing a soft French-Canadian accent (he was raised on a dairy farm in Quebec) and instead of throwing you off, it is an unexpected bonus! The truth is, it’s his impeccable manners and sincerity that have you wondering if a certain A-list action hero cast him as a goodwill ambassador…

The Need for Caffeine

Today Jerome is sipping a triple espresso in a red Fiat 850 convertible at Garage Buona Forchetta, commenting how much his kids - Violet (4), Monty (2) and new baby Avalon Rose - would love this novel take on drive-in dining.

The garage setting is a home from home for Jerome - he has converted his own 3-car unit into an art studio filled with aerial photography and automobile portraits, from vintage Porsches to luxe Lamborghinis. “I first got into painting around age 12, then studied to be an architect. Now the older I get the more I find myself drawn to abstract styles. I usually have two or three canvases on the

go, each taking me in different directions.’ Jerome will be displaying a full range of artworks on Saturday May 11th as part of the Coronado Art & Wine Festival and, as one of four Featured Artists, he will be spotlighted at the Meet The Artists Party the night before. This exclusive evening event is open to guests who book a special hotel room package, starting at $440 for a 2-night stay at Glorietta Bay Inn, including $700-value Diamond VIP All Access festival tickets! ➜

Jerome LeBlanc’s paintings reflect his passion for sports cars

Jerome LeBlanc - as Top Gun’s Maverickfeels the need for caffeine at Garage Buona Forchetta

CHOW DOWN

30+ Coronado restaurants offer a military discount with ID

20% Off Il Fornaio

15% Off High Tide

15% Off Food Only

Costa Azul

Nicky Rotten’s

10% Off Restaurants

Bluewater Boathouse

Burger Lounge

Feast & Fareway

Garage Buona

Forchetta

Jolie Coronado

Lobster West

McP’s Irish Pub (food)

Nado Republic

Parakeet Cafe

Rosemary Trattoria

Saiko Sushi

Spiro’s Greek Cafe

The Henry

Village Pizzeria

Yummy Sushi

10% Off Coffee & Sweets

Better Buzz Coffee

Cold Stone Creamery

Gelato Paradiso

Mootime Creamery

Nado Gelato

Trident Coffee

10% Off Catering

Clayton’s MTOOrders of $100+

Military Monday Night & Day (15%)

Coronado Coffee Company (10%)

Lil’ Piggy’s Bar-B-Q (10%)

5c Coffee Wednesdays

Clayton’s Coffee Shop

Clayton’s Bakery & Bistro

As we head to Clayton’s Coffee Shop, prompting much jukebox swooning, Jerome shares that he is an introvert by nature and initially found himself drained by the lookalike life. “I needed to find a way to ‘bring back that loving feeling’ and that happened when I realized the true pleasure for me was not about the attention I was receiving, but the ability I had to put a smile on people’s faces. Now I find posing for selfies energizing!’

But his true superpower is his wife Nicole. “Not Kidman!” He jokes, recalling how they fell in love at first sight on Hollywood Boulevard, when he was a Maverick street performer. “July marks ten years together! We were two people who didn’t have anyone believing in us but when we joined forces we were able to nourish and encourage each other,” he beams. “She has brought everything in my life to the next level.’

A great example of this came during the Covid lockdown - suddenly Jerome was having to return all the deposits for canceled live events, including regular stints on the USS Midway. At a loss for how to move forward, Nicole encouraged him to zone in on social media and helped him soar from 600 local followers to an astounding 150,000 worldwide. He now sends personal video messages to Top Gun fans from Germany to Jordan. But nowhere is closer to his heart than Coronado.

Island Life

“I’ve had romantic stays at the Hotel Del with Nicole, big family vacations with my New Jersey in-laws at El Cordova, participated in the iconic Fourth of July Parade, last year with my brotherin-law as Iceman!” He pauses to share photos of

his custom-built floats, one featuring a volleyball scene, then confides, “My biggest dream is to have a small art gallery here on the island. I travel a lot for airshow appearances and I want to spend more time enjoying my family - the children grow up so fast. I want to be at home painting and creating with them.’ He looks out onto the street where his art booth will appear over Mother’s Day Weekend in May and sighs happily. ‘Being selected as a Featured Artist for the Coronado Art & Wine Festival feels like a step closer to creating my own dream life.”

Instagram: @jeromeleblanc_art @californiatomcruise and @coronadoartandwinefestival Enjoy more pics at visitcoronado.com

CORONADO ART & WINE FESTIVAL

Saturday May 11th, 2024

On Saturday May 11th, 2024 ➜

A collaboration between Coronado Schools Foundation and Coronado Chamber of Commerce, sponsored by Discover Coronado Visit coronadoartandwinefestival.com

See Jerome and his paintings at the Coronado Art & Wine Festival

Jerome LeBlanc serenades diners at Clayton’s Coffee Shop with You’ve Lost That Loving Feeling

@CaliforniaTomCruise enjoys a beer at Danny’s Bar Photography by Belinda Jones Design by @PengellyArt

The Coronado Chamber of Commerce invites you to the 38th Annual Salute to the Military Ball at the Hotel Del Coronado on Saturday April 6th, 2024. Tickets available at Eventbrite

LOOKING FLY Signature Shop at the Hotel Del Coronado has Top Gun fashion for women and men

Maison Sweet Maison

Française sisters Julie & Lucie Herrmann share how to bring authentic French elegance to your dining table

DINE NOIR

The French spend a lot of time at the table - it is the center of all major events, as well as every day conviviality. Either way, your table has to be dressed just right for the occasion!

Visit Française Shop at 1037 Orange Ave or online at francaise-shop.com

3 tips for setting a table a la Française:

1If you choose a patterned tablecloth, don’t forget to match the napkins with the same fabric, and always set with simple, undecorated tableware.

2 Wine has a long history in France and an important place around the table, so to each wine, its glass! Always place your glasses diagonally, from the middle of the plate down to the cutlery on the right. Start with the largest glass (which will hold the water if you don’t have a tumbler), followed by a smaller one

for the red wine, and finish with the smallest stemmed glass for the white wine. If you opt for a tumbler, it will be in 3rd place after the 2 wine glasses.

3 Decorate the center of your table to match the theme of the event. Be careful, however, not to impede conversation between guests... Safe bet? Flowers, scattered in several small vases or create a table runner with placemats, candleholders and candles. Always vary the height of candles and flowers.

Above all, be original and have fun!

Lucie Julie

WORLD FARE

If this French lesson has given you an appetite for travel, consider these global offerings from Fair Trade Decor:

Ceramic Zebra Mug (South Africa), Olive Wood & Bone Salad Serving Set, Dip Knives and Bottle Opener (Kenya) Grass and Whitewash Clay Bread Warmer (Bangladesh)

Salam Ceramic Teapot (with stainless steel dome cover)

Française filles Anais (left) and Ana Sofia (right) chink Lyonnais glassware over striking Playing Cards table linens, set with Yli craftsman dinnerware.

As well as dressing your table for dinner, Française offers chic earrings, bracelets and necklaces to accessorize your dining outfit.

Anais’ embroidered peasant blouse is from Pretty Please and the Thevenet & Fils MaconPierreclos Rouge 2022 wine comes from the cellars at Little Frenchie.

New Hampshire

Living free and wandering wildly throughout the Granite State

By KRIS GRANT

Now that its state primary is in the rear-view mirror, I thought I’d share my recent meanderings throughout a favorite New England state, New Hampshire.

One of the nicest things about being a travel writer is that you develop an ever-widening circle of friends near and far. It’s been my happy circumstance, and one that fills me with gratitude, to be able to stay for short and sometimes extended periods of time with friends, or friends of friends. It not only helps out with hotel budgets, but the locals also give me a valuable insider’s perspective on their hometowns and states.

Such was the case in 2022 when my friend, Coronado stockbroker Hayley Beard, hearing that I wanted to rent a place for a week to a month in New England, put me in touch with her Coronado friends and clients, Suzy and Steve Vissers, who have a second home in Bristol, New Hampshire. After meeting Suzy and Steve at Il Fornaio, they invited me for a visit and wouldn’t consider payment. I stayed with them for a week in the summer of 2022, using Bristol as my base for exploring the state.

Suzy is a retired neonatal nurse and a native Californian. Steve is a retired Navy pilot who later worked for a Navy subcontractor. During Steve’s Naval

career the Vissers lived in Alabama, Washington, Japan and Coronado.

Suzy’s sister Sarah and her husband Ross, who grew up in New England, have lived in Bristol for 30 years. Incorporated in 1819, Bristol is a charming New England town that is part of New Hampshire’s Lakes Region, one of seven tourism regions of the state.

In 2017, when the Vissers were looking for a second home in New England, they found a perfect 1878 Victorian, just up the street from Bristol’s town center. Steve, an avid fisherman, was as eager as Suzy to adopt a bi-coastal lifestyle, and New Hampshire’s 270+ lakes and ponds were an added draw. Let’s just say that home prices in Bristol and Coronado are worlds apart, and the Vissers’ total price for their beautiful 3,500-square-foot, four-bedroom/three-bath home was far less than a typical down payment on a Coronado home today.

Now these lucky ducks fly back and forth regularly between their residences, in order to enjoy all the seasons that New Hampshire offers. Their favorite? The fall, they both agree, with the foliage’s changing colors and crisp cool air.

No matter the season, New Hampshire residents relish the opportunity to “Live Free or Die” in accordance with their

state motto adopted in 1945, shortly after the close of World War II. The motto comes from a statement written by Revolutionary General John Stark of New Hampshire, hero of the Battle of Bennington.

New Hampshire is one of the prettiest New England states. It is indeed a great place to Live Free. (Let’s just leave it at that!)

Steve and Suzy Vissers and their trusty canines, Belle and Bilbo, welcomed me to their circa-1878 Victorian in Bristol.

Photos by Kris Grant

Bristol, a Lakes Region gem

Suzy recommended that my first stop in Bristol be to a little gift shop, TwinDesigns, on the town’s Central Square that she guaranteed would bring an extra dose of delight to my day. She was so right – there’s just no escaping the upbeat vibe created by the shop’s twin brothers, Jim and Brad Tonner, who have been working and laughing together since 1968. They opened their Bristol shop in 2011 where another key member of the “staff” is Diane the Turtle. Her story must be told, so here goes!

When Jim was 12 years old, he had a rare arthritic condition that required him to be confined to bed for six months. To relieve his boredom, Brad rigged up a basket and pulley that would deliver toys and trinkets through a window to his bedridden brother. Soon friends and neighbors began to add to the daily treasures. One neighbor gave Jim a dime-store turtle. I remember those turtles that were more often than not a novelty, with most of the unfortunate creatures not living more than a few days. I did a little research and learned that they were banned entirely by the FDA in 1975. But a brighter fate

Twin brothers Jim and Brad Tonner have worked together since 1968 and opened their TwinDesigns Gift Shop in Bristol in 2011. Photo by Kris Grant.

TwinDesigns is a must-stop gift shop on Bristol’s Central Square. Photo by Kris Grant.

Diane the Turtle has been under Jim Tonner’s watchful care ever since she was a tiny baby.

Photo by Kris Grant.

awaited Jim’s turtle! He named her Diane, and took exceptional care of her over the years.

Today Diane is a robust turtle, 56 years young, who measures a good two feet in length. She has her own room at TwinDesigns, including an aquarium with a ramp and a 24-hour webcam. Jim and Brad have written, and Brad has illustrated, a number of children’s books, many of them featuring Diane, and all with positive and heartwarming messages. You’ll find many more items featuring Brad’s artwork throughout the store, plus plenty of customers’ family photos lining the walls.

I also enjoyed stopping in at Cardigan Country Store & Barbecue. The aroma

from its outdoor smoker lured me into the spacious casual restaurant, outfitted to the rafters with license plates, historic photos and old-timey signs. While waiting for my order, I shopped in the adjacent country store for honey, jams, cider and gifts by local artisans. My applewood-smoked pulled pork sandwich was tender and especially delicious with a tangy barbecue sauce.

I made a special trip back to Bristol last summer for a repeat of the Old Home Lobster dinner. Held in the city’s Kelley Park over Labor Day weekend, rain or shine, the town turns out for this feast featuring huge lobsters, cole slaw, roll, potatoes, corn-on-the-cob, homemade pies and a drink for just $25. The pro-

ceeds from the end-of-summer bash benefit the town’s community center programs.

A big draw of Bristol is Newfound Lake, one of the deepest and clearest lakes in the country. Cottages and cabins dot the lakefront and are popular family destinations. Suzy, Steve and I enjoyed dinner at The Big Catch restaurant, just a hop across the road from the lake. This casual eatery with indoor and outdoor dining offered great lobster rolls, but having just been to the Lobsterfest, I chose the scallops, with fries and cole slaw, a delicious bargain at $19.95. Haddock sandwiches are also popular in New England; they were just $9.95.

Bristol’s Labor Day Lobsterfest closes out the summer and raises funds for the town community center’s programs. Photo by Kris Grant.

The real Golden Pond: Squam Lake

Do you all remember the film, On Golden Pond, starring Henry Fonda, Katharine Hepburn, Dabney Coleman and Jane Fonda? It was filmed in 1980 on Squam Lake, just 30 minutes from Bristol, so off I went to investigate!

The first time I scheduled a boat tour of Squam Lake, it was canceled with just a couple of hours notice due to rain. I was quick to agree that I didn’t want to be out on the lake during a thunderstorm!

Two days later the weather cleared and I and another dozen or so folks boarded a canopied pontoon boat for a 90-minute tour of the lake, which is actually two lakes, Big Squam and Little Squam, connected by a narrow channel. Our tour guide, Tom, knew all the locations on the lake where the movie was filmed, beginning with the marina close to our boat dock. It includes a gas station, and Tom told us that is the scene where Norman Thayer (Henry Fonda) takes off in his Chris Craft after talking with a couple

of teenage boys. But in real life, Fonda gunned the motor and missed the corner of the dock by inches.

The marina is also where Ethel Thayer (Katharine Hepburn) ran for help when she realized her husband and young Billy were missing and the sun was quickly setting.

Then there was the scene where Norman and Billy go looking for Walter (the elusive big fish) in rock-filled “Purgatory Cove.” Tom pointed out the actual rocks where Ethel found them holding on for dear life. But Tom let us in on a secret: the water there was only two or three feet deep and the actors had to bend

I arrived in Meredith on Lake Winnipesaukee on the right day — it was the annual Labor Day Arts and Crafts Fair. Photo by Kris Grant

Pontoon boats leave several times a day for Discover Squam Lake tours during the summer season. Photo by Kris Grant

their legs as they “held on.”

We spied a number of Common Loons on the lake, an osprey and a great blue heron in the trees on the shore. Unfortunately, the house where the Thayers vacationed was not readily visible from the lake, hidden behind trees. Tom gave us the general vicinity, but he was respectful of the current owners who value their privacy.

The town of Holderness borders Squam Lake and I discovered several attractions that are worth a visit there, beginning with the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center. It’s just across from the marina and was, in fact, where I parked for the boat tour.

Opened to the public in July 1969 as an environmental education center and zoo, the 180-acre institution is the only one in New England accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. It features animals native to New Hampshire in outdoor exhibits including river otters, black bears, fishers, red foxes,

bobcats, mountain lions and coyotes.

As you enter the animal exhibits, a sign explains,

“Most of the animals exhibited at the Science Center are here because they are unable to survive in the wild. Some are orphans and cannot take care of themselves. Others were injured and are unable to catch their food or escape from predators.”

Taking the long way home around Squam Lake, I found myself at the lively town of Meredith on Lake Winnipesaukee. “Lake Winni” is the place to be in the summer if you crave a lot of action and water sports. I just happened to stumble into town on the weekend of its annual Fine Arts and Crafts Festival, with its Main Street closed to vehicular traffic and lined with white-canopied tents showcasing the artistry of New Hampshire creatives. It was impressive and I was particularly taken with wooden bowls.

The Squam Lake Marina was the site of a scene in the movie On Golden Pond: (see inset photo) where Henry Fonda gunned the motor of his Chris Craft and nearly hit the dock. Photos by Kris Grant

Squam Lakes Natural Science Center lets kids and adults get up close to local species and learn more about their natural environment. Photos by Kris Grant

From Pollyanna to Peyton Place

I headed north one day from Bristol to the town of Littleton, which is the gateway to the White Mountains. I discovered that Littleton is the proud home to Eleanor H. Porter, author of the children’s classic, Pollyanna, published in 1913. You remember that story and the 1960 Disney movie of the same name starring Hayley Mills? It’s about an 11-year-old orphan who goes to live with her stern spinster aunt in a small New England town. Pollyanna constantly exudes a sincere, optimistic nature, based on “the Glad Game,” a game her father had taught her, which consists of always finding something to be glad about, no matter how bleak the circumstances. Gradually, the entire town adopts Pollyanna’s positive spirit and even the cold heart of her aunt begins to thaw.

On the lawn in front of the town’s Carnegie-funded library, built in 1906 on Main Street, a statue of Pollyanna with a beaming big smile and arms open wide will greet you. Designed by New Hampshire sculptor Emile Birch and installed in 2002, the Pollyanna statue is just one example of how Littleton encourages its

citizens and visitors to “Be Glad.”

It’s not surprising that the town of Littleton grabbed onto the Pollyanna spirit and is now known as “The Glad Town.” In fact, in 1992 Littleton citizens, beset with the loss of its manufacturing base, banded together to reinvigorate its Main Street, recognizing that tourism would be its future revenue stream. It has restored most of its historic buildings, which are now filled with inviting boutiques and shops that attract travelers who are headed along the Highway 93 route into the White Mountains. One example is the Chutter Block, built in 1900 by Rev. Frederick Chutter, an Englishman who immigrated to Boston and then moved to Littleton to serve as the pastor of Littleton’s Congregational Church from 1887 through 1890. (That church, erected in 1833 of Gothic Revival style and renovated in 1874, still stands and is on the National Register of Historic Places.) The Chutter Block on Main Street today is home to Chutter’s, “the world’s longest continuous candy counter,” as noted in the Guinness Book of World Records. Now that’s something to be glad about!

Littleton shops sell Pollyanna memorabilia and even the crosswalks bear the little girl’s joy-filled profile. Photos by Kris Grant.

The Pollyanna statue at the Littleton Public Library joyfully welcomes visitors. Photo by Kris Grant.

Main Street is set 60 feet above the Ammonoosuc River that drops 235 feet as it runs through Littleton; Niagara Falls, by comparison, is a 183-foot drop. Not surprisingly, Littleton’s first enterprising business was Solomon Mann’s mill, erected in 1797 and restored 200 years later as The Littleton Grist Mill. The classic New England mill, adaptable to grinding, sawing or processing textiles, is the oldest commercial structure in New Hampshire north of the state capitol in Concord.

The mill isn’t functioning any longer, but the wheel is still there and you can grab a great shot of it by crossing the river by way of the Riverwalk Covered Bridge, constructed in 2004. It’s a 350foot long bridge of truss construction,

in the tradition of the Paddleford Truss, designed by Littleton’s Peter Paddleford (1785–1859). Paddleford’s design became the prevalent covered bridge pattern in New Hampshire and Vermont. And, by the way, there’s a lot of covered bridges in these states, which can be another adventure for photo bugs.

On another excursion, I headed southeast from Bristol to visit the oh-so-quiet town of Gilmantin, established in 1727 by members of the Gilman family and today composed of prim white buildings and broad green lawns.

It was here that housewife and mother of three, Grace Metalious at age 32 wrote a steamy novel, Peyton Place, which she successfully published in 1956. Although panned by critics, it remained on the New York Times’ bestseller list for six months and became an international sensation. It was admittedly quite salacious, with topics that I won’t go into in this family magazine. But you know what they were, I’m sure, after watching the movie, Peyton Place, a big hit in 1957, starring Lana Turner and Hope Lange, or TV’s first prime-time soap opera (19641969), also titled Peyton Place that starred Mia Farrow as Allison MacKenzie, Dorothy Malone as her mother Constance and Ryan O’Neal as her love interest,

Rodney Harrington.

But back to Grace: she was shunned by the straight-laced citizens of Gilmantin, and her husband George’s contract as principal of the town’s high school was not renewed. Locals recognized that a focal point in the book involving murder and other nastiness was most likely drawn from a real-life 1946 murder at Gilmantin Iron Works. The newly rich Grace divorced George, remarried, divorced, had affairs, flirted with Hollywood luminaries, and ultimately bought a Colonial-style home about two miles from Gilmantin’s town center. It was built in 1756 and Grace gradually added onto it, increasing its size fourfold. She only lived there a short time after gaining fame nationally, and infamy locally, dying of cirrhosis of the liver, the result of her alcoholism, at age 39.

But her former home had a happier future. Sunny and Marshall Bishop purchased the home in November 2006 and Marshall began planting grape vines the next spring. They have since converted outbuildings on the property into wine production facilities and have established a beautiful winery on the property. The Gilmanton Winery produces white, red and fruit wines with many carried at markets throughout the state.

The Littleton Grist Mill wheel is still in place at what is now Schilling Beer Company brewery and pub. Photo by Kris Grant.

The former home of Peyton Place author Grace Metalious is now the Gilmantin Winery & Vineyard. Photo by Kris Grant

Portsmouth and Exeter

I visited with my friend and New Hampshire native Doris Rice at her home in North Hampton last year. I’ve written about Doris before, having attended her watercolor camp in Vermont a year ago (and others in Italy, Costa Rica and Santa Fe, New Mexico). I met Doris several years ago at one of her annual Coronado watercolor workshops, and –heads up! – she’ll be back next month, April 18-22, in case you want to sign up for her Coronado workshop (www.dorisrice.com). Doris and her cadre of students will be painting inside the flower show tent and other venues throughout the city. She tells me she’ll be staying

with Connie and Frank Spitzer; Connie is another of Doris’ former (and continuing) students, and is now a full-fledged topnotch artist herself. I love, love, love Connie’s whimsical takes on Coronado homes!

Through one of Doris’ workshops, I met Kathy Flygare, who is retired from the Exeter school district but still has her hand in career counseling. But mostly Kathy enjoys watercolor painting and has her work exhibited at Exeter’s newest art gallery, Windows on the Water as well as the Seacoast Art Association in Portsmouth. I had planned to stay with Kathy for just one day, but when my Honda CRV needed some emergency car

work, she generously allowed me to stay on for an extra two before I made my way up to Bristol.

Exeter, if you’ve never been there, is another charming New England town. It’s the home of Phillips Exeter Academy, a private university preparatory boarding and day school founded in 1781. Since 1970, it has been coeducational. Notable alumnae have included former U.S. President Franklin Pierce, Secretary of War Robert Lincoln and META founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg. Exeter has long been considered a feeder school to Harvard and other Ivy League schools and has been consistently rated at the top of private schools in the nation.

Bow & Ceres Street Harborview, Portsmouth. Photo by Will Zimmermann, courtesy of GoPortsmouth.

Last summer when I was cat sitting for my friends Doug and Sally Leland in Freeport, Maine (Maine is another story, another issue), my friend from San Diego, Katalina Obrist, visited me. Katalina asked if we could pop down to Wentworth by the Sea, a resort hotel in New Castle, New Hampshire, where she and hubby Henry were married 43 years ago. So we made a quick trip down to Portsmouth and neighboring New Castle, situated entirely on islands. New Castle is to Portsmouth what Coronado is to San Diego. In some ways Wentworth by the Sea reminded me of the Hotel del Coronado, particularly as it was captured in a watercolor that I ran

across at a gallery in Portsmouth painted by Doris. Small world.

Portsmouth is a very walkable city, rich in art, restaurants and history. Settled in 1623, it holds claim as the third oldest city in America and was an economic and seaport hub since the mid-1700s. An 1802 fire destroyed most of the town’s buildings, which were rebuilt of brick and still stand today. Its Market Square is rightfully regarded as one of America’s most beautiful town squares. The North Church, built in 1854, dominates the eastern front of the square, with a towering white steeple and clock tower.

Still another friend who visited me in Maine was Bonnie McConkey, from

Laurel, Mississippi, whom I met via my friend Diane Lookabaugh in Coronado. (I know all this friend stuff is hard to follow, but isn’t it fun?) We made it down to Portsmouth for a day and Bonnie treated me to a lobster roll lunch at the Oar House. The restaurant is located in the historic Merchant’s Row building, with the dining room filled with mementos of the city’s maritime heritage. But it was a beautiful day and we chose to eat right on the deck, which, like most outdoor venues in New Hampshire is open “for the season.” Note to self: return soon and explore more of Portsmouth!

My friend Katalina Obrist and I visited Wentworth by the Sea, where Katalina was married 43 years ago. The hotel’s Safe Harbor marina opens onto the Atlantic Ocean. Photo by Kris Grant

Kathy Flygare and Weston, a Bernedoodle (that’s a mix of a Bernese Mountain dog and poodle) stand in front of a Little Library box that Kathy painted to resemble the historic Exeter Inn. The library boxes were a project of Rotary Club of Exeter; Kathy served as the club’s 2021-22 President. Photo by Kris Grant

Wentworth by the Sea, watercolor painting by Doris Rice.

Photo courtesy of Kennedy Gallery, Portsmouth.

When is the best time to visit New Hampshire?

Every fall, foliage turns red, amber, and gold throughout New Hampshire, including the quaint White Mountain town of Bethlehem, just south of Littleton. Photo courtesy of State of New Hampshire Dept. of Travel & Tourism.

Fall

To many Californians, a trip to New England simply must be made in the fall to experience the magnificent fall foliage.

You might be tempted to take the Kancamagus Highway, which travels 34.5 miles along Route 112 in Northern New Hampshire. The American Scenic Byway takes you through the White Mountain National Forest, with views of the Swift River, Rocky Gorge and several waterfalls. But “The Kanc” can get crowded, particularly on weekends during “leaf peeping” season. Consider the Currier & Ives Scenic Byway in south central New Hampshire. Or you might wish to embark on a scenic train ride. Two possibilities are the Conway Scenic Railroad over the dramatic cliffs of Crawford North, or dine in style on the Café Lafayette Dinner Train in North Woodstock.

Also, fall is a wonderful time to stop in at one of the state’s 30 wineries. Consider a stop at Seven Birches Winery in Lincoln where you can take in stunning views of the Loon Mountains. Or go apple picking at Cardigan Mountain Orchard in Alexandria, Mack’s Apples in Londonderry or Applecrest Farm in Hampton Falls. You’ll find links to all of

the above at www.visitnh.gov, plus their handy-dandy foliage tracker.

Winter

Never having visited New Hampshire in winter, I must defer to the New Hampshire visitors’ guide. If you get properly bundled up, I’m sure you’ll enjoy ice fishing on Lake Winnipesaukee. There’s also ample opportunities for dogsledding, snowmobiling, snow tubing, snowshoeing, skiing and fat biking throughout the state. But what sounds most appealing to me is a sleigh ride!

Spring

It’s maple syrup harvesting time and March is when you want to visit a New Hampshire sugarhouse! At Parker’s Maple Barn in Mason you’ll find a full restaurant and gift shop, and in March their sugarhouse is open for tours. You’ll learn how Native Americans made maple sugar by placing hot rocks into the sap and how modern sugar making uses a wood-fired evaporator. After a trip to the sugarhouse, the proprietors assure that “You’ll certainly go home smelling like a sugar maker.”

You’ll find hundreds of mom-and-pops sugar shack stands and garages throughout the state with their welcome signs out. And regional restaurants rev up their maple-flavored offerings all day long.

Summer

Many attractions and amusement parks in New Hampshire are only open May through October, and visitors flock to the state’s lakes and forests. Summertime is also a great time to hike, and New Hampshire boasts 48 peaks that top out above 4,000 feet. One of the most scenic hikes, and one that I actually went on, is the Flume Trail, a two-mile loop trail that is accessible right off Highway 93. This takes you along a natural gorge that extends 800 feet at the base of Mount Liberty. The Conway granite walls rise to a height of 70 to 90 feet and are just 12 to 20 feet apart. The walk includes lots of stairs and takes about an hour and a half. The boardwalk allows you to look closely at flowers, ferns and mosses found here. Parking is free at the Visitor Center, but there is a fee, about $18 for adults to walk the trail. A little further up the highway, you’ll encounter Franconia Notch State Park, named one of the best state parks in America.

The warm weather also invites canoeing and kayaking, with the Pemigewasset and Androscoggin rivers two recommended sites. Summer is also a great time to visit a local craft brewery and there are more than 90 in the Granite State.

Finally, consider a biking adventure! In western New Hampshire, you can pedal along the seven-mile Monadnock Recreational Rail Trail, or follow the 12-mile Cotton Valley Rail Trail through the heart of the Lakes Region (recommended start is Wolfeboro). Both trails are great examples of repurposed rail routes that allow safe biking in forested environments.

You’ll find lots of home sugar shacks open during the month of March, the typical maple sugar-harvesting season. Photo by Kris Grant.

IF YOU GO…

New Hampshire’s State Tourism Guide is an excellent resource that has chapters on each of the state’s seven regions. In the back of the guide, also by each region, it breaks down attractions (history, art, culture, entertainment including wineries and brewpubs) outdoor activities, state parks and historic sites. Also, for each region, it lists lodging by type: cabins and cottages, bed and breakfasts/country inns, hotels/motels, and resorts. You can order a print version or access it online.

www.visitnh.gov

Hotels

Here are properties that I toured:

The Exeter Inn

Located in the center of the Phillips Exeter Academy campus, the 46-room boutique hotel was built in 1932 in a Georgian style. Surprisingly affordable.

90 Front Street, Exeter (603) 772-5901

www.theexeterinn.com

The Manor on Golden Pond

31 Manor Drive, Holderness (603) 968-3348

www.manorongoldenpond.com

Squam Lake Inn

(Opens in May for the season)

28 Shepard Hill Road Holderness (603) 968-4417

www.squamlakeinn.com

Wentworth by the Sea

588 Wentworth Road, New Castle (603) 422-7322

www.opalcollection.com>wentworth

Restaurants

Here are restaurants that I visited:

Cardigan Country Store & Barbeque

231 Lake Street, Bristol Cardiganorchard@gmail.com (603) 744-0303

Epoch Gastropub

I really enjoyed this intimate bistro-style restaurant and bar inside the Exeter Inn that features local, seasonal ingredients. It’s open 5 – 9 p.m. Tuesdays – Saturday and serves brunch on both Saturdays and Sundays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

90 Front Street, Exeter (603) 772-5901

www.epochrestaurant.com

Inn Kitchen + Bar

(at the Squam Lake Inn)

28 Shepard Hill Road Holderness (603) 968-3661

www.InnKitchen.com

Salt Kitchen + Bar

(At Wentworth by the Sea) 588 Wentworth Road, New Castle 603 373-6566

www.opalcollection. com>wentworth>restaurants

The Big Catch

Seafood/Frozen Cocktails/Ice Cream 150 Shore Drive Newfound Lake (603) 744-3120

The Oar House

55 Ceres Street Portsmouth (603) 436-4025

www.oarhousenh.com

Attractions

Canterbury Shaker Village

Declared a National Historic Landmark in 1993, Canterbury Shaker Village is one of the most intact and authentic surviving Shaker community sites with 25 original and four reconstructed buildings. Open daily, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. You may wander the 700 acres of grounds for free; Guided tours daily; adults, 25 and older, $25; under 25, free. 288 Shaker Road, Canterbury (603) 783-9511

www.shakers.org

Cardigan Mountain Orchard

Pick your own apples, September –October.

Check the web site to learn the best time to pick your favorite varietal. Choose from Heirloom Gravensteins, Honey Crisp, Macintosh, Spartan and 10 more varietals! 1540 Mt. Cardigan Road

Alexandria www.cardiganmtnorchard.com

Dartmouth College

One of the world’s finest educational institutions, this Ivy League school is open to the public, with free student-led campus tours that run just under two hours. (Register on the website). Dartmouth is home to the Dr. Seuss Room in the Baker-Berry Library, which features several of his original artworks.

64n College Street, Hanover

www.dartmouth.edu

Gilmantin Winery & Vineyard

(Former home of Peyton Place author, Grace Metalious)

528 Meadow Pond Road

Gilmantin

(603) 267-8251

www.gilmantinwinery.com

New Hampshire State Capitol

Built between 1816 and 1819, the Greek Revival building is the oldest state house in continuous use in the United States. The gold dome was last regilded in 2016.

107 North State Street

Concord

www.nh.gov

Squam Lakes Natural Science Center & Squam Lake Cruises

Open daily May 1 – November 1, 9:30 a. m. – 5 p.m.

23 Science Center Road

Holderness (603) 968-7194

www.nhnature.org

Twin Designs Gift Shop

8 Central Square, Bristol

www.twindesignsgiftshop.com

U.S. Mailboat Cruises

Launched on Lake Winnipesaukee in 1945, the M/V Sophie C welcomes passengers aboard as it delivers mail to the lake’s summer island residents. Along each twohour cruise, count on the skipper of the “oldest floating post office in the United States, operating since 1872,” to point out local landmarks. Operates May – October; adults, $46; children, $36. All cruises depart from Weirs Beach, Laconia

www.cruisenh.com

Book Corner

WHAT PEOPLE ARE READING THIS MONTH

Zero Days

By Ruth Ware

Ruth Ware returns with this adrenaline-fueled thriller that combines Mr. and Mrs. Smith with The Fugitive about a woman in a race against time to clear her name and find her husband’s murderer.

Hired by companies to break into buildings and hack security systems, Jack and her husband, Gabe, are the best penetration specialists in the business. But after a routine assignment goes horribly wrong, Jack arrives home to find her husband dead. To add to her horror, the police are closing in on their suspect—her.

Suddenly on the run and quickly running out of options, Jack must decide who she can trust as she circles closer to the real killer in this unputdownable and heart-pounding mystery from an author whose “propulsive prose keeps readers on the hook and refuses to let anyone off until all has been revealed” (Shelf Awareness).

The Great Alone

By Kristin Hannah

Alaska, 1974. Ernt Allbright came home from the Vietnam War a changed and volatile man. When he loses yet another job, he makes the impulsive decision to move his wife and daughter north where they will live off the grid in America’s last true frontier.

Cora will do anything for the man she loves, even if means following him into the unknown. Thirteen-year-old Leni, caught in the riptide of her parents’ passionate, stormy relationship, has little choice but to go along, daring to hope this new land promises her family a better future.

In a wild, remote corner of Alaska, the Allbrights find a fiercely independent community of strong men and even stronger women. The long, sunlit days and the generosity of the locals make up for the newcomers’ lack of preparation and dwindling resources.

But as winter approaches and darkness descends, Ernt’s fragile mental state deteriorates. Soon the perils outside pale in comparison to threats from within. In their small cabin, covered in snow, blanketed in eighteen hours of night, Leni and her mother learn the terrible truth: they are on their own.

American Dirt

By Jeanine Cummins

Lydia lives in Acapulco. She has a son, Luca, the love of her life, and a wonderful husband who is a journalist. And while cracks are beginning to show in Acapulco because of the cartels, Lydia’s life is, by and large, fairly comfortable. But after her husband’s tell-all profile of the newest drug lord is published, none of their lives will ever be the same.

Forced to flee, Lydia and Luca find themselves joining the countless people trying to reach the United States. Lydia soon sees that everyone is running from something. But what exactly are they running to?

Brontë’s Mistress

By Finola Austin

Yorkshire, 1843: Lydia Robinson has tragically lost her precious young daughter and her mother within the same year. She returns to her bleak home, grief-stricken and unmoored. With her teenage daughters rebelling, her testy mother-in-law scrutinizing her every move, and her marriage grown cold, Lydia is restless and yearning for something more.

All of that changes with the arrival of her son’s tutor, Branwell Brontë, brother of her daughters’ governess, Miss Anne Brontë and those other writerly sisters, Charlotte and Emily. Branwell has his own demons to contend with—including living up to the ideals of his intelligent family—but his presence is a breath of fresh air for Lydia. Handsome, passionate, and uninhibited by social conventions, he’s also twenty-five to her forty-three. A love of poetry, music, and theatre bring mistress and tutor together, and Branwell’s colorful tales of his sisters’ imaginative worlds form the backdrop for seduction.

But their new passion comes with consequences. Soon, it falls on Mrs. Robinson to save not just her reputation, but her way of life, before those clever girls reveal all her secrets in their novels. Unfortunately, she might be too late.

How Can Women Bridge the

March 8 is International Women’s Day, a day for celebrating all the accomplishments of women around the globe. But many women still need to make up ground in one key area: retirement security. Women’s challenges in achieving a secure retirement are due to several factors, including these:

• Pay gap

It’s smaller than it once was, but a wage gap still exists between men and women. In fact, women earn, on average, about 82 cents for every dollar that men earn, according to the Census Bureau. And even though this gap narrows considerably at higher educational levels, it’s still a source of concern. Women who earn less than men will likely contribute less to 401(k) plans and will ultimately see smaller Social Security checks.

• Longer lives

At age 65, women live, on average, about 20 more years, compared to almost 17 for men, according to the Social Security Administration. Those extra years mean extra expenses.

• Caregiving responsibilities

Traditionally, women have done much of the caregiving for young children and older parents. And while this caregiving is done with love, it also comes with financial sacrifice. Consider this: The average employment-related costs for mothers providing unpaid care is nearly $300,000 over a lifetime, according to the U.S. Department of Labor — which translates to a reduction of 15% of lifetime earnings. Furthermore, time away from the workforce results in fewer contributions to 401(k) and other employer-sponsored retirement plans.

Ultimately, these issues can leave women with a retirement security deficit. Here are some moves that can help close this gap:

Retirement Gap?

• Contribute as much as possible to retirement plans

Try to contribute as much as you can afford to your 401(k) or similar employer-sponsored retirement plan. Your earnings can grow tax-deferred, and your contributions can lower your taxable income. (With a Roth 401(k), contributions aren’t deductible, but earnings and withdrawals are tax-free, provided you meet certain conditions.) At a minimum, contribute enough to earn your employer’s matching contribution, if one is offered, and try to boost your contributions whenever your salary goes up. If you don’t have access to a 401(k) but have earned income, you can contribute to an IRA. Even if you don’t have earned income but you have a spouse who does, you might be eligible to contribute to a spousal IRA.

• Maximize Social Security benefits

You can start taking Social Security at 62, but your monthly checks will be much bigger if you can afford to wait until your full retirement age, which will be around 661⁄2. If you are married, you may want to coordinate your benefits with those of your spouse — in some cases, it makes sense for the spouse with the lower benefits to claim first, based on their earnings record, and apply for spousal benefits later when the spouse with higher benefits begins to collect.

• Build an emergency fund

Try to build an emergency fund containing up to six months’ worth of living expenses, with the money kept in a liquid account. Having this fund available will help protect you from having to dip into your retirement accounts for large, unexpected costs, such as a major home or car repair.

It’s unfortunate, but women still must travel a more difficult road than men to reach retirement security. But making the right moves can help ease the journey.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Edward Jones, Member SIPC.

Tips For Navigating The Toughest Job In The World

By ANNIE GARDNER

Parenting. Arguably the most difficult job in the world. Long hours, no pay, no instruction manual, and a fickle clientele - it is the job with the highest highs, the lowest lows, and the greatest stakes. It begs the question, how do we raise respectful, responsible, and productive future members of society and not lose our minds in the process?

As a mother, educator, and facilitator of the parenting program, Love & Logic, this question is a hot topic with a multitude of answers. Responses vary based on lived experience, background, and individual upbring-

ing. There is no ‘right’ answer, and by no means am I an expert, yet I believe Love & Logic teaches some overarching ideas that can help make our parenting journey easier and more enjoyable.

The first big idea is empathy. When a child is experiencing a problem, instead of yelling, lecturing or immediate consequences, begin with empathy. This does not mean accepting poor behavior, or ‘letting them get away’ with anything. Rather, empathy sends the message that we recognize the child is having big feelings, and we will love them through it. It makes their poor choice the bad guy and not the parent. Showing empathy early builds trust and respect, and increases the like-

“it is the job with the highest highs, the lowest lows and the greatest stakes”

lihood that our kids will come to us when they are older and experiencing big issues. Showing empathy is as easy as saying, “boy, this is really hard and it must be really hard to deal with,” and then moving to a consequence.

Next, allow your child to be responsible for finding a solution to their problems, and then allow them to experience the natural consequences of their choices. This step can be excruciatingly difficult as we all want our kids to have the best, participate in fun activities, and have an easy time in life. We may also be self-conscious about how their choices reflect on us, or it may just seem easier to fix it for them. For example, if a child chronically oversleeps and misses the bus, the logical consequence is that they get themselves to school. We can say, “oh man, I know it’s hard to get up in the morning, I like to sleep, too. But now you’ve missed the bus, and I can’t take you to school. How will you get to school?” If they can’t figure out a way themselves, we can ask if they would like some ideas. These could include walking, biking, or even having them pay for an uber. However, through it all, we show empathy, stand beside them while they figure it out, and then allow them to experience the consequence.

on how they choose to respond. This technique saves arguments and allows for success for both the parent and child.

Finally, remember to be flexible and resilient. Change takes time, effort, and practice. Be willing to experiment and don’t give up after one attempt. If what you tried worked well, add it to your parenting toolbox. If it didn’t go well, reflect, adjust, and try again. Throw out what doesn’t work and keep what does. Talk to friends and family to get new ideas and support. And if you really don’t know what to do, delay the consequence. Give yourself grace and time to think and make the right decision for you and your kids. Be aware that what works for one child might not work for another, or they may change as they grow. Be ready to adapt.

The third big idea is setting enforceable limits. It is valuable to carefully consider what we say and how we say it. Kids respond better when we describe to them what we will allow, rather than telling them what to do. Statements such as, “you better get your room clean, and I mean it!” are ones that are easily ignored. Instead, try, “kids who have a clean room get screen time.” This shows there is a clear distinction as to what is allowed, and a clear consequence or reward based

Parenting truly is a tough job. It is no easy feat to navigate this landscape without a textbook or instructions. But with a few big ideas along with support and resources, we can help each other successfully navigate the path, and together raise responsible, respectful adults AND maintain our sanity in the process. If you are interested in learning more parenting techniques, visit https://safeharborcoronado.org/ loveandlogicinterestform and add your name to the interest list for the next Love & Logic class to be offered this spring.

Safe Harbor Coronado provides low-cost counseling, youth and parenting programs, and community education. For more information go to SafeHarborCoronado.org, sign up for the parenting e-newsletter, and follow us on social media @SafeHarborCoronado to make sure you never miss a Safe Harbor Event!

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Nellie Harris-Ritter

619-540-0111

nellie@delcoronadorealty.com

DRE#02077055

Realtor

Tina Twite-Chin

(619) 488-0285

tina@delcoronadorealty.com

DRE#01427355

Broker Associate

delcoronadorealty.com

Del Coronado Realty

Apua Garbutt (619) 372-2777

apuareagent@gmail.com

DRE#01859903

eXp Realty

Julia M. Elassaad

(619) 573-8350

jelassaad@cbwhomes.com

DRE#01937427

Coldwell Banker West

Paulette Fennello

(619) 318-5707

ownyourdreams123@aol.com

DRE#: 01124030

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Ca Properties

Monique Fuzet

(619) 994-4453

fuzetpmonique@gmail.com

DRE#00949513

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties

Carrie O’Brien

(619) 847-3524

DRE#01144127

Beth Delano

(619) 514-7740

DRE#0126197

Serena Bleam

480-235-5600

Cal DRE #2137496

Flagship.net

Flagship Properties, Inc.

Caroline Haines

(619) 435-5200

chaines@bhhscal.com

www.sellcoronadorealestate.com

DRE# 00953131

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties

Kathleen K. Hanlon

(619) 339-6536 Mobile

kathleen.hanlon@yahoo.com

DRE#01386879

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties

Katie Herrick

(619) 865-2085

kate@katieherrickgroup.com

www.ktherrick.com

DRE#01800357

Compass Real Estate

Francine Howard

(619) 302-0234

Francine@sd-realtor.com

DRE#01802654

RE/MAX Hometown Realtors

Vicki Inghram

(619) 204-3400

BestofCoronado.com

DRE#01293521

Compass Real Estate

Richard Inghram

(619) 301-7766

ringhram@gmail.com

DRE#01377744

Compass Real Estate

Neva Kaye

(619) 865-2019

neva.kaye@sothebysrealty.com

nevakayegroup.com

DRE#01925476

Pacific Sotheby’s Realty

Molly Korson

(619) 808-6610

mollykorson1@aol.com

DRE#01379254

Korson Properties

Kari Lyons

(619) 884-4193

karisellscoastal.com

kari@karisellscoastal.com

DRE#01475331

Park Life | Compass

The Koop Group (619) 435-8722

Kathy Koop (619) 985-8722

DRE#00460840

Karrie Koop Gilby (619) 857-7665

DRE#01465419

Allison Koop Rice (619)490-9049

DRE#01818903

www.KathyKoop.com

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties

Karen Lee

(619) 861-4133

karenlee.realtor@gmail.com

DRE# 00962910

Willis Allen Real Estate

Ken May

(619) 254-7497

SocalKenm@gmail.com

FindCoronadoRealEstate.com

DRE#01260645

Compass Real Estate

Zulema Maldonado

619-254-2934

DRE#: 01420331

ZulemaRealtor@gmail.com

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties

Maryellen McMahon

(619) 252-4778

maryellen.mcmahon@elliman.com maryellenmcmahon.elliman.com

DRE#01992431

Douglas Elliman

Molly Haines McKay

(619) 985-2726

MollyHainesMcKay@gmail.com

DRE#01876062

Carrie Mickel

(619) 630-3570

carriemickel@bhhscal.com

DRE#01999494

Lindsey Lyons

619.405.9208

lindseyblyons@gmail.com

DRE# 01993229

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties

Dino Morabito

(619) 987-3066

Dino@TheMorabitoGroup.com DRE#01415017

Cheryl Morabito

(619) 997-3112

Cheryl@TheMorabitoGroup.com

DRE#01183389

Brett Molenaar

(757) 293-8536

Brett@TheMorabitoGroup.com

DRE#02026840

Karen Hust

(619) 838-7021

karen@themorabitogroup.com

DRE#01708516

Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate Napolitano & Associates

Ed Noonan

(619) 252-1232

enoonan12@aol.com

CoronadoCays LuxuryHomes.com

DRE#00993300

Noonan Properties

David Udell Tom Murray

(619) 356-1657

(619) 435-0988

David@justlistedhomes.com Tom@justlistedhomes.com

DRE#01184568

DRE#02201853

Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate Napolitano & Associates

Nancy Parrett

(619) 368-1898

Nancyparrett@sd-realtor.com

DRE#01256239

At Home Realty

(619) 518-7501

Renee@parklifeproperties.com

DRE #01192858

Renee Wilson Scott Grimes Parklife | Compass

(619) 847-4282

Scott@parklifeproperties.com

DRE #01391946

www.parklifeproperties.com

Ken Pecus

(619) 977-8419

ken@kenpecus.com

DRE#: 01056969

eXp Realty

Blair Ray

(619) 629-1534

BlairRay@bhhscal.com

Lic#: 02140893

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties

Gina Schnell

(619) 865-0650

Realtor® | Broker Associate gina.schnell@compass.com

DRE# 01945038

Compass Real Estate

Edith Salas

(619) 905-5780

edith@salasproperties.com

DRE#01966248

Evan Piritz

(619) 600-7817

evan@salasproperties.com

DRE#02022374

Josh Barbera

(619) 957-5357

Anne Trombley

(619) 318-6259

anne@salasproperties.com

DRE#02168533

Roberto Cornejo

(619) 548-6306

roberto@salasproperties.com

DRE#01204327

josh@salasproperties.com

DRE#02053563

Heather Vidal

(619) 571-1700

heather@salasproperties.com

DRE#02150791

Stephanie Baker

(619) 306-6317

stephanie@salasproperties.com

DRE#01986654

Greg Roberts

(858) 731-6101

greg@salasproperties.com

DRE#02191947

Ken Nagel

(619) 952-4486

ken@salasproperties.com

DRE#01946378

Stacie Bales

(619) 370-2467

stacie@salasproperties.com

DRE#02060775

Yvonne Fulp

(626) 390-4953

yvonne@salasproperties.com

DRE#01821777

Romina Nassif Baloyan

(619) 882-4100

romina@salasproperties.com

DRE#02190405

Sergio Munoz

(619) 751-3415

sergio@salasproperties.com

DRE#02211855

Minerva Alvarez

(619) 653-0288

minerva@salasproperties.com

DRE#02195687

Salas

Kathy Pounds

(619) 997-3171

kathypoundsteam@gmail.com

www.KathyPoundsTeam.com

DRE#01044960

Zack Thornton

(619) 209-0169

zacharyj.thornton@outlook.com

DRE#01911180

Mary H. Bowlby

(727) 692-6516

mary.bowlby@compass.com

DRE#01994278

Steve Clinton

(619) 279-1818

sclinton95@gmail.com

DRE#01006292

Diego Ocampo

(858) 200-5780

diego.ocampo@compass.com

DRE#02015515

Victoria Wise

(619) 519-0352

wiserealestateinfo@gmail.com

DRE#01464951

THE KATHY POUNDS TEAM

Compass Real Estate

Suzanne Fahy

(619) 841-5870

seashorepropertiescoronado@gmail.com

DRE#01454055

Lisa Davenport

(619) 261-5963

lindadavenport007@gmail.com

DRE#01422713

Jill Lehr

(619) 981-2750

lehrpad@yahoo.com

DRE#02035838

Hope Baker

(480) 221-0516

hopebake4@aol.com

DRE#02030667

Seashorepropertiescoronado.com

Seashore Properties

Carol Stanford

(619) 987-8766

carol@carolstanford.com

BuyCoronado.com

DRE#01390529

eXp Realty

Olga Stevens (619) 778-8011

Olgaminvielle1@gmail.com

OlgaCoronado.com

DRE#01105050

Willis Allen Real Estate

Taylor Smith

(619) 762-8815

TaylorSmithRealEstate.com

Taylor@willisallen.com

DRE# 02076557

Willis Allen Real Estate

Tom Tilford

(619) 300-2218

tom@tomtilfordre.com

DRE#01897051

Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate Napolitano & Associates

Barbara Wamhoff

(619) 517-8880

barbarawamhoff@gmail.com

DRE#01225350

eXp realty

Emily Wendell

(619) 348-9212

emilywendell@bhhscal.com

DRE#02032915

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties

Brunilda Zaragoza Dany Zaragoza

(619) 520-7799

DRE#00840495

(619) 520-0772

DRE#01826683

ZaragozaRealtors.com

ZaragozaRealtors@gmail.com

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties

Jeanne Schnese

DRE# 02182699

jeanne.schnese@compass.com Compass

Shirley Smith

(619)559-6548

shirley@shirleysmith.com

www.shirleysmith.com

DRE #02046865

Coldwell Banker West

The beetroot, or beets as they are known in North America, is the edible root portion of the beet plant. In other parts of the world they are known by many names, such as dinner beet, red beet, table beet, or beetroot.

It is believed that beets were domesticated in the ancient Middle East and began being cultivated for their roots by the Roman era. In those times, the root was used primarily to treat various illnesses often related to digestion. Later into the 19th century, beet juice was also used to color wines naturally. Today, the betanin obtained from beets is still used industrially as a food colorant in things like sauces, jams, ice creams, candies, and cereals.

While raw beetroots are 88% water, they still contain many health benefits. Beets are rich in fiber, folate, potassium, iron, manganese, and vitamin C. Eating beets is thought to protect your heart health, reduce high blood pressure, aid in healthy digestion, and support your body’s endurance during physical activity.

Not only do beets add a vibrant pop of color to your plate, but the earthy flavor of this root vegetable is surprisingly versatile in the kitchen. Beets can be cooked in many ways and utilized in salads, pasta dishes, sauces, cakes, soups, and so much more. While beets are available year-round, spring is Southern California’s first peak harvesting season, with a second peak season in early winter.

While the beet’s potent color and rustic appearance may seem intimidating in the kitchen, the taste and health benefits speak for themselves. So don’t be afraid to experiment with some fun new recipes this spring… just don’t forget your gloves!