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COVER PHOTO: Coronado Shores Ocean View Courtesy of Olga Minvielle Stevens, Maria Garate-Lavalle IN FOCUS: Coronado Shores Bay View Courtesy of Olga Minvielle Stevens, Maria Garate-Lavalle
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LOCAL BUZZ: Things to do in January with help from the Coronado Cultural Arts Commission
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HEALTH + WELLNESS: Leanne Anderson’s Jazzercise classes at the Recreation Center
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CONSERVATION: Ocean Education and caring for local wildlife with the Adventure Mermaid
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HISTORY: Carol Pastor on Dining with Brant Sarber at Costa Azul Then and Now
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FOOD: Clyde Van Arsdall IV takes us on a journey through history about everything Phố
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LIFESTYLE: Here’s to a prosperous New Year with fresh workspace designs by Bungalow 56!
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DINING GUIDE: A monthly listing of local restaurants, delis and caterers BACK COVER: Painting by Leah Higgins available locally at Emerald C Gallery and at leahhigginsart.com
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Bullish on Being an Islander I am excited and honored to write to you this month as the Guest Editor of Crown City Magazine. I moved to Crown City in 1983 and was enrolled in the 2nd Grade at Crown Elementary School. I was lucky enough to attend Coronado schools the rest of the way, graduating from Coronado High School in 1994. As a kid, I was always interested in U.S. History. In the 5th Grade, Mrs. Bardtman spent a great deal of time covering the Revolutionary War and life in Colonial America. Her class left such an impact on me that I ended up getting my parents to augment their plans on a summer family trip to include visiting Morristown, New Jersey, because it had been mentioned in our 5th Grade textbook. By the time that I had graduated from Coronado High School, I had been the beneficiary of many other wonderful History teachers and I had decided to try to join their ranks. In 1999, I succeeded in being hired to teach AP U.S. History at Coronado High School and this year marks my 23rd year teaching History classes at CHS. Teaching History at CHS has given me the opportunity to work with thousands of students and families, and this has given me the chance to serve as their representative on the Coronado City Council and even as the City’s Mayor. During those years, the overwhelming majority of our citizenry was upbeat about the possibilities for the future, but these recent pandemic months have forced us to recalibrate and to refocus. Our challenges now include pulling ourselves back together and making sure that our families, neighbors, and loved ones are rebounding. As January marks an opportunity to reflect upon new beginnings, I hope you will look to this issue for stories to inspire you about the new year to come. This edition is a chance to look to the Crown City for comfort and hope as we enter a new year together as Islanders. Casey Tanaka, Coronado High School History Teacher Coronado City Councilmember and Former Coronado Mayor
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Dynamos Leanne Anderson’s Jazzercize program is all about fun, friends and fitness By Samantha Bey
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Seven years ago, one year after she had started instructing here, Anderson bought Coronado’s Jazzercise franchise from Lois Hughes. Hughes later passed away, but Anderson and her Jazzercise dancers remember Hughes fondly. “Lois was amazing,” she said. “We channel her in so much [of what] we do and she’s always with us when we’re dancing.” When Leanne took over the program, which had been running in Coronado for more than 30 years, each class had around 50 people in it. That trend continued until the pandemic, but she and the four other instructors are now seeing numbers slowly build back up as patrons get back to doing what they love. “The group dynamic of working out with other people is so motivational when it comes to fitness, so that was really tough during COVID-19,” Anderson explained. But the program is back to about 50 percent attendance and growing. And they still offer all their classes on Zoom for those who prefer it. And for those of us who may have two left feet? Fear not — Anderson explains that the program is designed with simplified, repetitive moves so anyone can get grooving. Jazzercise was started in Carlsbad by professional dancer Judi Sheppard Missett in 1968, who had originally started classes to teach jazz dance. However, after noticing high dropout rates and asking for honest
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feedback, she learned that her students were really there for fitness and not to learn the technicalities of jazz. She pivoted, recreating classes focused on simpler movements set to upbeat music and designed to target cardiovascular fitness. That was a far more popular model, and the program took off. Many of her students were from military families, so she found she could open studios all over the country by training instructors via VHS tapes, and she soon franchised the business. The iconic program now has more than 8,300 franchises in 32 countries. Anderson explains that each class is a series of choreography to Top 40 hits, and that each song has only four moves to it. “It’s not complicated,” she explained. “If you have a dance background it’s fun to play with the choreography, but you certainly don’t need any foundation in dance to do it.” Her all-time favorite song? Bruno Mars’ “Uptown Funk.” “It’s a killer song and the moves are on point. I just love it every time.” Anderson currently offers three types of classes: Dance Mix, which is 35 minutes of dance cardio work and 25 minutes of strength exercises and stretching; Strength 60, which is a 60-minute combination of weights and bodyweight strength training; and Fusion, a dynamic 60-minute mix of 20
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dance and strength. There are six classes offered per week: Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8:00 a.m. at the Coronado Community Center, Tuesday and Thursday night at 5:45 p.m. and Saturday morning at 8:30 a.m. at Coronado Middle School’s Granzer Hall. Memberships are $59 per month for unlimited classes which, Anderson said, “is the most affordable fitness on the island.” And since fitness is always better with friends, the Jazzercise bunch gets together the third Sunday of the month for brunch, which they call, “Sip, Sip Hooray!” The brunch is held at a different member’s home each time. “These are our people,” said Anderson. “It’s like a big buddy system. When you go to class, your friends are there. And knowing your friends are expecting you on the dance floor is so motivating.” “Some of the people in our classes have been doing this for more than 20 years, which really speaks to the fact that this is a fitness program you can maintain your whole life,” she explained. “It makes lifelong fitness fun.”
For more information, or to sign up for classes, call (850) 206-7708 or email jazzercisecoronado@gmail.com. • Samantha Bey is a freelance writer who lives in Coronado with her husband and four children. CROWNCITYMAGAZINE.COM
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alling all tide-poolers and ocean explorers! The best time to visit tide pools in Coronado and San Diego is upon us in January when the King Tides roll in and out of our beautiful rocky shorelines. The King Tides will bring high waves crashing into the cliffs and rocky pools, filling them to the top with ocean water and animals. Then the tides will drain the water far out to the sea, trapping the water and forming miniature aquariums filled with amazing sea creatures. The extreme fluctuations are ideal for capturing creatures such as the Two Spot Octopus, Decorator Crabs, Keyhole Limpets, California Sea Hares, live Sand Dollars, Sculpin, Spanish Shawl Nudibranchs, Abalone, Hermit Crabs, and so much more!
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What is a tide chart? Start your adventure by reviewing the tide chart. A tide chart details the daily tides for a local area, showing the high and low tides of each day as well as the sunrise and sunset times. Newspapers publish the tide charts in the weather section and you can also visit some of these websites: • Tidesandcurrents.noaa.gov • Usharbors.com • Tide-forecast.com How to read a tide chart? Almost every day there are two low tides and two high tides. Tide charts make it very easy to identify the right time to get to the shore for optimal exploration. Find the date you are interested in going tide pooling. On some charts, scroll across to the low tide column and look for the negative tides. On other tables, look for the lowest spikes in the day. (examples: Saturday, January 1st, 2:35pm low tide is -1.9)!
When the low tide mark is negative, or below the 0’ line, this means that the tides which had been very high hours earlier have pulled way back out to sea. This is the ideal time find dry(ish) rocks to walk out on, and to search for all the amazing sea life now trapped in the tide pools. Find the time for the lowest tide and try to arrive at your favorite spot about 1-2 hours before that. This will give you the time to walk out as the tide retreats, and be among the pools at their lowest point.
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Scripps Research Pier, La Jolla at low tide
What are the best techniques? • Take an online tide pooling lesson before you go. Go to https://www.seacoastsciencecenter.org/for-educators/virtual-tide-pool/ to find a Tide Pooling lesson that explores the Rocky Shore • Aim to arrive at the tide pools 1-2 hours before the lowest tide. • Wear water shoes or tennis shoes that will protect your feet from sharp rocks and shells, and also provide traction on slippery rocks • Use the 2-finger touch! 1 finger is a poke, 3 fingers is too much • Only observe, don’t take Remember to leave the coastal sea creatures and shells right where you found them. Many of our tide pools are protected by law. Consider making a positive impact and bring a reusable bag to pick up any trash you find along your beach walk.
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A Guide to the Best Tide Pools in San Diego and Coronado
Here are some of the best locations to head to for your tide-pooling adventure Hotel Del Coronado Tide Pools Hidden among the giant rocks lining the coastline in front of the world-famous Hotel del Coronado, these tide pools are filled with Whelks, Mussels, Clams, Sea Stars, Gooseneck Barnacles, and Sand Dollars. Directions: Park along Ocean Boulevard and walk along the beautiful boardwalk lining the beach behind the Hotel Del. When you see the Sand Castle Man and his beautiful sand castle creations, turn right along the wooden path and walk towards to giant rocks. Make sure you look down at the golden sand to see the sparkling reflections illuminating from the Mica flakes imbedded in the Coronado sand. Go to the right of the rocks and walk right into the Coronado tide pools.
A live and dead sand dollar at the Hotel Del Coronado Tide Pools
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Dike Rock Tidepools These tide pools lining the La Jolla Underwater Marine Park are famous for their Giant California Sea Hares, Spanish Shawl Nudibranchs, Hermit Crabs, Ochre Sea Stars, Mussels, Gooseneck Barnacles, and 2-Spot Octopus. Directions: Park on the street along La Jolla Scenic Drive by the famous Scripps Research Pier Walk down the stairs and head North along the beach. Make sure to stop and take a picture under the Scripps Pier Walk all the way to the end where you will see the Mushroom house on the beach and paragliders from Torrey Pines Glider Port overhead. This is Dike Rock!
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Sunset Cliffs Natural Park A walk down the steep stairs will lead you to a beautiful beach covered in tide pools filled with Eel Grass, Dead Man’s Fingers Seaweed, Giant Pacific Octopus, Abalone, Mermaid Purses (Shark Eggs), Sea Anemones, Sculpin, and Sea Stars. Directions: Head to the end of Sunset Cliffs Blvd. at Ladera Street and enjoy the free parking along the street. Walk towards the ocean and you will find a builtin staircase cascading along the sandstone cliffs. Follow the local surfers down the stairs, carefully climb down the rocks and you are on your way to some of the best tide pools and sunset sin San Diego. How to tell if a Sand Dollar is alive: If it is Purple and it has spines on the underside, it is still alive! Please place the sand dollar back into the tide pools so it can thrive and survive! - Adventure Mermaid: Roberta Lenert lives in the Coronado Cays with her husband Ron and their two children Kailani (15) and Cameron (13). Roberta teaches Marine Biology, Zoology and Robotics. She is an ocean and animal activist, curator of The Mermaid Organic Garden and a passionate water woman! You can visit her online at www.MermaidRoberta.com
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Crown City History I N C O L L A B O R AT I O N W I T H C O R O N A D O H I S T O R I C A L A S S O C I AT I O N
Costa Azul Then & Now A local’s legacy
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e look forward to a new year, new goals and an opportunity to once again dine out in Coronado. Looking back over the past two COVID-19 years, we see that restaurants have closed and others have opened in their place. Yes, there have been some of our local owners who, due to either illness or age, have chosen to retire. Others were forced out due to increases in rents. In the past, Coronado was served by mostly family owned businesses, from
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ice cream shops to fine dining. Today, however, it is far more likely to see the corporate food chains opening in Coronado. In spite of this, there is still one man I know who grew up in Coronado with a dream of opening his own restaurant. This is the story of Brant Sarber, who now owns two sites in Coronado. He comes from a Navy family; his father a former seal, his mother a school teacher who later turned to real estate. As he tells it, Brant and his brother worked their way through high
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school with a variety of odd jobs. Not the usual mowing lawns or walking dogs — no, Brant was doing touch up painting at the Shores as owners moved in. At seventeen he was a front desk clerk at the Glorietta Bay Inn. After graduating Coronado High School, class of 1977, he then worked his way through San Diego State. Coming back to Coronado to work was natural. Many of you would remember him from running the upstairs bar at the Chart House — now the Bluewater Boathouse Seafood Grill — for over 10 years. After several years he was able to convince the owners to serve food upstairs. That proved to be an excellent choice. I know many people like myself who rejoiced when we learned we could enjoy food at the upstairs bar thanks to Brant. Then, things changed. The owners of Oriental Arts on Orange Avenue chose to retire and their space on the 1200 block of orange became available. Seeing this as his chance at his dream, Brant went on to open Island Pasta in 1990. He wanted something simple and affordable that would perhaps cater to young people like SEALs in town and locals alike. His idea of pasta offerings and affordable wine took hold and is still in operation today. His sister-inlaw has been its manager, and
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he still has the same chef after all these years. He has also had the same landlord since day one who has always been willing to work with his tenants. Once again, in 1999, another opportunity came his way. He was able to open Costa Azul on Orange Avenue, the site of the old Mulvaney’s. He offered both a good bar and a large dining room, with a variety of Mexican dishes both large and small. Outdoor seating in good weather was definitely a plus. How many families celebrated one event or another at Costa? Too many to count.
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Costa Azul is now located at the Coronado Ferry Landing with a gorgeous waterfront view of the San Diego Bay and Downtown skyline.
Brant was always there to try to accommodate large parties, usually for local businesses or families. Many a CHS sporting event was followed by dinner at Costa Azul. Then came the blow, when after 20 years of operation he was forced to close and that block was both sold and remodeled. Not being one to give up easily, he was finally able to procure a site at the Ferry Landing with an outstanding view of the bay from both the dining room and the upper deck as well. Happy to be up and running once again, with the same chef now with him for 20 years, Costa Azul opened its doors bayside. Unfortunately, two months later he was forced to close due to COVID-19. He remained closed for over a year, reopening this past year. This year has been the year of recovery, starting with a limited menu of Mexican entrees. He was happy to share with me that as of November Costa has a new expanded menu, offering some of the
old Coronado customer favorites. He was able to upgrade the seating area behind the bar with all new booths and tables. It is both attractive and perhaps a little more private. I was somewhat surprised that he had found that some locals did not seem to want to go as far as the Ferry Landing to dine. I have found that this really is a great location with an outstanding view, ample parking, and an opportunity to stroll the boardwalk or get a window table at Costa Azul and people-watch. Happy New Year to all of you. Hope you can enjoy a night out to dine in Coronado this new year.
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The smell of a steaming bowl of phở, pronounced fuh, is unmistakable and intoxicating. The fresh herbs that accompany this dish are eye-catching and fragrant. They signal something good is about to be served. The excitement, for me, is palpable. I can only imagine that phở is like a warm hug. A welcome home, for those that remember it from childhood. For me, this beef noodle soup is simply comforting. I have no memories tied to it. I do however feel welcomed by the people that love and serve it. I am neither Vietnamese nor an expert on this ethereal dish. But, I don’t have to be either of these things to enjoy it and sing its praises. There are few things that are more satisfying than discovering new foods, and taking a deep dive into their origins. Let the noodle journey begin. The history of this dish is a good place to start: what phở is, where it came from, and how this dish reached such a large audience. There are a couple of things you need to know before your introductory bowl of phở. First impressions are important; you want your initial taste to be transformative. I will share tips on ordering and eating this dish. The bone broth alone takes up to 24 hours to cook. The best phở is made by those who have mastered this art. I will share with you some of my favorite places to experience these memorable noodles. The story of phở is one filled with conflict. The wars that ravished Vietnam gave birth to, shaped and eventually elevated phở to what it is today. A noodle dish born of war. Napoleon invaded Vietnam in 1857. Colonization brought French culture, architecture and cuisine. The French
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introduced the Vietnamese to beef and their beloved stew, potau-feu. Eating beef was a luxury to the Vietnamese and was well received. Soon, it found its way into a variety of traditional dishes. The most famous example was xáo trâu, a humble bowl of ox broth and vermicelli noodles. It didn’t take long for this bland soup to start morphing into something a little more like pot-aufeu. Parts of the cow that were less desirable to the French found their way into the pot and replaced ox altogether. Beef bones rich in marrow, as well as onions and ginger charred over an open flame, elevated the broth. Tough cuts of beef simmered in the pot became tender and added additional flavor to the dish. Rice noodles called bánh phở, introduced by Chinese immigrants, found their way into the bowl. The new concoction became known as phở, taking its name from the noodles, and a star was born. It would take nearly 100 years and another war for this elevated soup to change again. When France lost Vietnam, the country became divided between north and south — a clear border was drawn. Many Vietnamese fled south to escape communism, and with them, they took their beloved phở. South Vietnam was full of abundance due to trade and climate. It didn’t take long for people to start adding things to their favorite dish. Cooks added spices such as cloves, fennel, star anise
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and cinnamon, which added layers of flavor. Fish sauce and rock sugar provided saltiness and a touch of sweetness. The accompaniments changed as well. New items were added to the thinly sliced chilis and wedges of lime that were served in the north. Generous amounts of fresh herbs — basil, sawgrass leaf, bean sprouts, and scallions — soon became standard. Condiments like chili sauce (sriracha), hoisin (plum sauce) and sa tế (chili oil with lemongrass) became staples. War had led to the creation of a new southern style of phở. The northern version remains the same to this day. The war raged on, the United States soon joined the fight against the North Vietnamese. Fighting communists was a hungry business in which thousands of U.S. soldiers would discover phở for the first time. The fall of Saigon in 1975 marked the end of the Vietnam war. Phở would once again become mobile, this time leaving Vietnam in order to comfort those who had fled the country. This dish provided a taste of home for those refugees living in the diaspora. Phở restaurants started popping up in Vietnamese communities across the globe. A popular song of the era asked the question that was on everyone’s mind: “War, what is it good for?” The resounding answer given was, “Absolutely nothing.” Absolutes, however, are tricky, and war is nuanced and messy. When studying food history, you often find that there are some delicious dishes that result from wars. Cultures meld, refugees flee, new dishes emerge and old ones find new homes, gaining a wider audience. Lucky for us, good food has never recognized borders. It didn’t take long for news to spread about this exotic comfort food. Phở soon found devotees outside of the Vietnamese community. Enough history. Let’s get to the fun part: ordering and eating this magical bowl of noodles.
Han Dam (thinly sliced onions, along with a dish of hoisin and sriracha.
Rare sliced steak, served on the side, and fresh herb plate at Phở Vân
Nuoc beo (scallion oil) is a side you have to ask for.
Condiments are a big part of the phở experience.
How to order phở. Ordering Phở is easy if you know what you are looking at on the menu. It is really just about what meats you would like with your noodles. Everything else comes standard. There are some gateway meat choices that most first-time eaters will find easy to like. Rare and well-done steak is a no-brainer. Well-done steak needs no explanation, but rare steak is a bit more nuanced. Order it on the side so you can put it in the broth yourself. If not, it will be cooked before you receive it. Flank and brisket are also easy to like, as they are flavorful and tender. Tendon, fatty brisket, crunchy flank, meatball balls and tripe take some time to warm up to. I do not want to dissuade you from trying these, but they tend to take a more advanced palate, one that is more easygoing when it comes to texture. If you want to go all-in and try a little bit of everything, look no further than the top of the menu. There, you will often find a bowl titled Đặc Biệt which means special or combo. This will include a little bit of everything. Get ready, you are in for a culinary adventure. Your steaming bowl of goodness is sitting right in front of you. What do you do first? The simple answer is to smell it. I mean, get close to the bowl with your nose and take it all in. There is nothing that smells quite like phở. Now that you have awakened your senses, it’s time to eat. How to eat phở. There is no one way to eat phở; everyone has a different take on it. However, I do feel, as a chef, the first thing you should do is taste the broth. The broth takes a long time to make and tasting it before you alter it in any way is a sign of respect. Next step for me is pepper. I love to observe what others do and I see people pepper their broth more often than not. How much you add is up to you — add, taste and adjust. Rice noodles can sometimes clump together. This is a good time to gently separate them to make them easier to eat. This can be easily accomplished using your chopsticks and spoon. Once the noodles have spread out, then it is the time to doctor up your bowl. The side plate of fresh Thai basil, possibly sawtooth herb, bean sprouts, lime and chilis are all there for you to add to your bowl of phở any way you see fit. It is best to tear up the herbs rather than add them whole. All are good; the winning combination is the one you choose. Just know they don’t have to be added all at once. I CROWNCITYMAGAZINE.COM
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like adding things in stages, as the taste of the phở will change as you add to it. There are two other popular sides that don’t come standard and have to be ordered: Hanh Dam and Nuoc Beo. Hanh Dam is a side dish of thinly sliced white onions in vinegar with a touch of sugar, they are tart with a hint of sweetness. I love these and pile them right into my bowl. Nuoc bBo is scallion oil made with fat that has been skimmed off the broth while cooking. The white ends of the onions are added to this oil. The oil can be spooned into your phở for additional flavor. The scallions are seldom fully cooked so they can be a bit astringent if eaten straight from the oil. If you put them in your broth or dip them in one of the many sauces, it will take the edge off. They are delicious and crunchy. The next things to consider are condiments. Most of these — like hoisin, sriracha and garlic chili sauce — can be found on the table, but one of my favorites, sa tê, you will have to ask for. Sa tê is chili oil with garlic and lemongrass. How to use these condiments with your phở is where many people differ. I am of the notion that it is best to keep these separate from the broth. Most good phở establishments provide small dishes for condiments. Hoisin and sriracha are often mixed much like soy sauce and wasabi are mixed for sushi. Hoisin is first added to the dish, then sriracha. The two of them are then combined. The amount of sriracha you add will affect the heat. Small amounts of this mixture can be added to bites of noodles and meat using your spoon. Another method is simply dipping small amounts of meat on the side using the small sauce dish as a dipping bowl. The same is true of chili sauce, sa tȇ and garlic chili sauce. If you simply add these to the broth, the whole bowl will taste like 38
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these sauces and the delicate nature of the beef broth will be lost. I can’t stress this enough, but this is only a suggestion. You do you — adding these straight to the bowl is perfectly acceptable, but for me, I feel it is much better to add these to individual bites. When eating phở, there are no hard and fast rules, but those who eat phở with regularity hold chopsticks in one hand and the spoon in another. Chopsticks can be used to assemble bites in the spoon or simply alternate bites of noodles and meat using chopsticks with spoonfuls of delicious broth. The pros seem to use these two delivery devices in tandem, a technique I am dutifully working on. I hope you will venture forth and discover phở for yourself. This dish is no longer a treat that I indulge in from time to time. Phở is now a regular staple for me, one I cannot live without. The smells, flavors and textures are well worth a trip over the bridge. Here are some places to get a steaming bowl of goodness. • Clyde Van Arsdall is a third-generation Coronado local, chef, and storyteller. For more stories and follow-ups to his articles go to oliveavenuesupperclub.com |
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Places in San Diego to get good phở. Phở is considered breakfast food in Vietnam. Several of these locations open early for breakfast. If you haven’t had phở for breakfast then you need to do so. Pick an overcast morning and head out early. This is by far my favorite time of day to enjoy this amazing dish. • Phở Hòa located in San Diego’s Little Saigon Cultural and Commercial District on El Cajon Blvd. This is a food hall with long tables specializing in only phở. The plates of fresh herbs are the most generous I have found. They even contain sawtooth herb which is not offered by most places. The sa tê (chili oil) is housemade and worth asking for. This place is one of my favorites. Hours 7 am - 8 pm.
Phở Vân restaurant on El Cajon Blvd.
• Phở Vân located in City Heights on El Cajon Blvd. Nice atmosphere with a menu that offers more than just phở. The sa tê is excellent and made in-house — don’t forget to ask for this. This is one of my favorite breakfast spots, and one of my favorite bowls. Hours 8 am - 9 pm. • OB Noodle House has two locations, both located in Ocean Beach. The original is on Cable Street. The newest location, Bar 1502 is located on Niagara Avenue, down the street from the entrance to the pier. Both have a large phở selection with an expansive menu of other items that can best be described as Asian fusion. Both have a great craft beer lineup, but they differ slightly, as the original on Cable focuses on sake and Bar 1502 specializes in whiskey. Garlic Chicken Wings and Sizzling Fish are a must-try. Hours 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm.
Phở Bò restaurant in Barrio Logan.
• Phở Bò located in Barrio Logan on Newton Avenue. This is the closest bowl of phở to Coronado; they do a great job and have a menu that includes more than just phở. Hours 9:00 am - 9:00 pm. • Shank & Bone located in North Park has a nice open format with roll-up garage doors that allow the dining room to spill out onto the sidewalk. The menu offers more than just phở and they have a great lineup of craft beers. Hours 12pm - 10pm. • Phở Point Loma Grill located in the Midway District on Midway Drive. This is a large restaurant with a menu that offers more than just phở. The bánh mí, Vietnamese sandwiches are amazing. They also have a decent selection of local beers. Hours 9:30 am - 9:30 pm.
Phở Hòa in the Little Saigon Cultural district on El Cajon Blvd in San Diego.
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Now more than ever, people all over the globe are working from home. Having an aesthetically pleasing, organized work environment at home has become a priority. I don’t know about you, but my head feels clearer and I am more productive when things around me are organized and clutter-free.
We have had the privilege of creating some pretty amazing workspaces for clients over the years. If you’ve been reading our monthly column in Crown City Magazine for the past few years, you know there is always the same theme to our designs. It is typically a neutral, timeless palette and if you are lucky, a pop of color here and there. We do this purposely, so that when you are in the space it feels like you may have stepped into a spa. We love mixing neutral palettes to make a casual, natural, yet elevated look in an area. We also love mixing in some organiclooking pieces to warm up the place. Take a look at a few of these spaces we have created in the past and we hope they inspire you in the New Year to create an equally aesthetically pleasing space of your own. Cheers! • Karyn Frazier and Jessica Nicolls are the owners of local interior design firm Bungalow 56.
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Recognize the connection between health and nature Can you smell it? The beautiful salty sea air, the clean crisp leaves, the aromatic flowers…. this connectedness with nature provides us with a pleasant environment in which we can forget about the deadlines, take in big breaths of fresh air and reconnect with what feeds our soul! Immersing yourself in nature has proven to improve mental and physical health. A Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment study found people who walked for 90 minutes in a natural area decreased activity in the region of the brain that is associated with depression. Being in nature and experiencing the sights, smells and natural scenes restores calmness to our bodies and increases psychological wellbeing. Hiking also provides weight loss, increased muscle tone and energy levels, improved heart health, and a more positive outlook on life according to Andrew Weil, M.D.
Pack the essentials for a successful day on the trails
Don’t be deterred from voyaging out if you don’t think you have specialized hiking gear. Chances are you already have all you need, you just need to take it with you! • Hiking backpack • Sun protection: Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses. Even overcast weather can still pack a big UV punch • Hiking shoes or tennis shoes with good support. Leave the open-toed sandals behind. • Water!!! Always bring more than you think you may need. Bring a reusable water bottle or camelback • Snacks: healthy portable options include bananas, sandwiches, dried fruit, granola, nuts, and protein bars. Especially important if you are taking kids! • Download the All Trails app. This will give you a detailed map so you know where you are on your hike and any challenges up ahead
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Choose from among the best hikes in San Diego Here are just a few of the favorite places to go, all within easy driving distance of Coronado. If you need a new years’ goal, resolve to visit all of these at least once!
Mission Trails Regional Park One Father Junipero Serra Trail San Diego, CA 92119 (619) 668-3281 mtrp@mtrp.org Accessibility: Street parking as well as a secure parking lot. Note that the parking lot gates close at 5pm. The Visitor Center is a wonderful place to meet. Open daily from 9am-5pm the visitor center provides a safe place to park your car, clean bathrooms, and an interactive nature walk displaying local animals and plants. Here are the Adventure Mermaid’s Top 3 family friendly hikes at Mission Trails: 1. Visitor Center Loop Trail (1.5 miles)
This 300 year old Oak Tree is in the middle of the Visitor Center’s Loop hike and provides a fun place to climb, eat and rest in the shade.
Elevation: 167 feet Estimated hiking time 45 minutes Difficulty Level: Easy Dogs allowed on leash Exciting finds along the trail include the San Diego River, a small dam with beautiful waterfalls and dragonflies, and a 300 year old Oak tree that is fun to climb and provides a nice shady spot for a snack and water break. 46
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2. Grasslands Loop Trail (4.3 miles)
The view overlooking the rolling hills and San Diego Dam at Mission Trails Regional Park
Elevation: 403 feet Estimated hiking time 1 hour Difficulty Level: Moderate Dogs allowed on leash This trail is super fun to explore. If you go early in the morning you might see some coyotes, jack rabbits or deer roaming in the fields. A short looped hike, the Grasslands takes you right to a beautiful cliff overlooking the San Diego Dam. Best time to hike this trail is in the late afternoon and towards sunset as it is exposed with no shade 3. Father Junipero Serra Trail (4.5 miles) Elevation: 305 feet Estimated hiking time 2 hours Difficulty Level: Easy Dogs allowed on leash If you are searching for wildflowers and birds, this is the perfect trail for you! A beautiful up and down walk providing amazing views of the mountains, canyons, the creek, birds and wildflowers!
Annie’s Canyon
This sign lets you know you are on the right path to the slot canyons
Annie’s canyons are heel-to-toe hiking in some spots like this narrow sandstone slot.
The beautiful path along the San Elijo Lagoon leading to Annie’s Canyon. There is a small section that leads down to the lagoon if you would like to get a closer look at the Blue Herons and Snowy Egrets.
N. Rios Court Solana Beach, CA 92075 Accessibility: Street parking available on Rios Court. Park at the end of the culde-sac and enter the trail to the right. Elevation: 196 feet Estimated hiking time 1 hour Difficulty Level: Easy with some portions utilizing built-in ladders and stairs Dogs allowed on leash on the trail. No dogs allowed in the slot canyons. No bathrooms available Trail is subject to close due to increment weather Part of the Hidden San Diego, Annie’s Canyon is filled with slot canyons that make you feel like you are in the middle of Utah! The full loop is just 2.2 miles. Nestled in the Sandstone hillside of Solana Beach, Annie’s Canyon is a short hike along the San Elijo Lagoon through a dirt trail surrounded by native plants and beautiful birds. You will find benches along the trail to provide a great place to rest and have a snack before continuing your journey. Once you reach the Green Annie’s canyon sign you have two choices: 1. Go to the right to enter the slot canyons or 2. Go to the left to walk up CROWNCITYMAGAZINE.COM
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the switchback and stairs to the top exit of the slot canyons. The canyon provides fun foot-to-foot paths, built-in ladders, carved out caves and an amazing opportunity to connect with nature in the middle of the city! Torrey Pines State Reserve 12600 N. Torrey Pines Road La Jolla, CA 92037 (858) 755-2063 Accessibility: Street parking available along North Torrey Pines Road Parking Lot available for $15-$25 per vehicle (prices based on demand) or valid annual California State Parks Vehicle Day Use Pass There are lots of great, short trails to follow, almost all offering a fantastic view of the beach. My recommended is Torrey Pines Beach Trail Loop (2.3 miles) This offers the best panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean in all of San Diego! Park your car and take a short walk to the base of the Torrey Pines hill. A moderate 20 minute walk up the hill to the Beach Loop Trailhead will provide you with a heart pumping walk that rewards you with the best ocean views in all of San Diego. Once you are on the trail, enjoy the relaxing switchbacks surrounded by protected native landscape, wildflowers, and the famous Torrey Pine trees. Pro Tip: Time your hike on this loop with low tide! Once you get down to the end of the hike, use the built-in stairs to walk down to the beach. Turn right and take the relaxing beach walk all the way back to your car while searching for driftwood, sea glass and beautiful shells. Elevation: 364 feet Estimated hiking time 2 hours Difficulty Level: Easy No dogs allowed
• Adventure Mermaid: Roberta Lenert lives in the Coronado Cays with her husband Ron and their two children Kailani (15) and Cameron (13). Roberta teaches Marine Biology, Zoology and Robotics. She is an ocean and animal activist, curator of The Mermaid Organic Garden and a passionate water woman! You can visit her online at www.MermaidRoberta.com
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Coronado Social Club Listing: 2022 Resolution for more community involvement By David Throop
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Make a positive impact in your community by joining a social group! Find a group that’s the right fit! The various social groups in Coronado offer something for everyone. Use this listing as a guide to discover what each group does and choose which organizations to join and get involved with this year. Reap the many benefits! Joining a civic group is a great way to become more engaged with a worthwhile cause that’s important to you. It’s also an easy means to meet like-minded people and even make some new friends in the process. Being a part of a group that works together to make a difference with something you care about can bring more meaning to your life and help reduce feelings of isolation at home. The community, in turn, benefits from your involvement! It's said several different ways, but we are indeed stronger together than separate. These groups are the heart of our city and they strengthen and build our community. For those of you with philanthropic goals for 2021, consider these local social clubs as you
start planning your year. Help make Coronado — our little slice of heaven — even more special.
Coronado Junior Woman’s Club The goal of Coronado Junior Woman’s Club is to encourage civic, philanthropic and educational opportunities for young women in Coronado. Awareness and fundraising efforts benefit groups such as the Girl Scouts, athletic teams, music, drama, the arts, Coronado Library and Hospital Foundations, Coronado DARE, Coronado Schools, Camp Wamp, Camp Able and more. Additionally, money raised is used for scholarships for young women to put toward college. For information about membership or donations, find information below: Email: cjwcmembership@gmail.com Website: https://www.coronadojuniorwomans.org/ Social media username: @CoronadoJuniorWomansClub Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoronadoJuniorWomansClub/ Meeting time(s): Once a month, typically Tuesday evenings. Coronado Woman’s Club Dedicated to community improvement through service, the Coronado Woman’s Club sponsors scholarships for Coronado High School students, supporting the Coronado Flower Show and the Coronado Recreation Department’s summer programs. As a charter of the California Federation of Women’s Clubs, the Coronado Woman’s Club chapter has been active for over 67 years, promoting philanthropy and community improvement. For information about membership or donations, find information below: Website: http://www.coronadowc.com/ Social media username: @coronadowomansclub Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coronadowomansclub?fref=ts Meeting time(s): Monthly — Wednesday evenings from October to June.
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Rotary Club of Coronado With an emphasis on humanitarian service and establishing high ethical standards in all vocations, Coronado’s Rotary Club strives for “Service Above Self” in all areas of the community, workplace and worldwide. Rotary Club International has a global reach and works to assist with vaccinating the poor, conducting literacy programs, feeding the hungry, providing for safe, clean water, and promoting goodwill in troubled hotspots. Locally, the Rotary Club provides community service programs in their trash pick-up of public parks and beaches, flags on the median, Fourth of July parade and concerts in the park, among other activities. For information about membership or donations, find information below: Name: Jaimie Centeno Address: Rotary Club of Coronado PO Box 180487 Coronado, CA 92178 Email: office@coronadorotary.org. Website: https://www.coronadorotary.org/index.php Social media username: @coronadorotary Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coronadorotary Meeting time(s): For information - office@coronadorotary.org. Islander Ladies Club Islander Ladies Club is a small group of women dedicated to supporting and elevating Coronado’s community through service and giving. One of the larger events hosted by the Islander Ladies Club is Beer by the Bay. This event is the only craft beer festival in Coronado, which serves as their primary fundraising program for organizations such as the Coronado Schools Foundation, One More Wave, United Through Reading, Wampler Foundation, Coronado SAFE and scholarships with the Coronado Surfing Association. For information about membership or donations, find information below: Email: islanderladiesclub@gmail.com Website: https://www.islanderladiesclub.org/ Social media username: @IslanderLadiesClub Facebook: www.facebook.com/islanderladiesclub Meeting time(s): Email for more information Bridge and Bay Garden Club Easily identifiable by their iconic pink flamingo emblem, the Bridge and Bay Garden Club works to promote all gardening types, from home to public gardens, emphasizing better horticulture practices and conservation of natural resources through civic engagement. Activities include the annual Coronado Flower Show, maintaining gardens at the Coronado Post Office and Coronado Middle School andthe Ricky Fernandez Memorial Garden, among other community promotions. For information about membership or donations, find information below: Name: Sandra Killmeyer-Kran and/or Judy Grobbel Email: bbgc92118@hotmail.com Website: https://bbgc92118.com/ Social media username: @BridgeandBayGardenClub Facebook: www.facebook.com/Bridge-and-Bay-Garden-Club-888066234537540 Meeting time(s): September, October, November, January, February, March, April, and May. 52
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Coronado Promenade Concerts For over four decades, Coronado Promenade Concerts has organized, promoted, managed and produced the summer concert series in Spreckels Park. Entirely self-funded through sponsorships and donations, this iconic program operates 15 concerts spanning over five months, with most of the performances running Sundays from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekends. For information about membership or donations, find information below: Address: Coronado Promenade Concerts, Inc. P.O. Box 182072, Coronado, CA 92178 Email: operations@coronadoconcert.com Website: https://coronadoconcert.com/ Social media username: @coronadoconcerts Facebook: www.facebook.com/coronadoconcerts Friends of the Coronado Public Library The primary function of Friends of the Coronado Public Library is to benefit the Coronado Library. They raise funds through their annual book sale, held in conjunction with the Coronado Flower Show, as well as operating the Second-Hand Prose book shop. Proceeds benefit the Library and other community programs, including three Christmas Concerts, the Fall Concert Piano Series and three scholarships for graduating Coronado High School students. For information about membership or donations, find information below: Address: Friends of the Coronado Public Library Post Office Box 180172 Coronado, CA 92178-0172 Email: info@CoronadoFOL.org Website: http://new.coronadofol.org/wordpress/ Social media username: @CoronadoFriends Facebook: www.facebook.com/CoronadoFriends Meeting time(s): Email for more information Coronado Historical Association Dedicated to preserving and promoting Coronado’s unique history and legacy, the Coronado Historical Association strives to be the repository to educate and inform the community of its history. The Association focuses on educational programs and outreach that promote the community through its history. For information about membership or donations, find information below: Address: 1100 Orange Ave Coronado, CA 92118 Email: cstokes@coronadohistory.org Website: https://coronadohistory.org/ Social media username: @CoronadoHistory Facebook: www.facebook.com/CoronadoHistory/
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Lions International The mission statement of Lions International is a place where individuals join together to donate their valuable time and abilities to serve in the community and the world. The goal is to be a recognized leader in humanitarian efforts through peace and goodwill while serving areas of need. For information about membership or donations, find information below: Name: John Bell Address: Coronado Club Room and Boathouse 1985 Strand Way Coronado, CA 92118 Email: jb721@me.com Website: https://www.lionsclubs.org/en Social media username: @coronadolionsclub Facebook: www.facebook.com/coronadolionsclub Meeting time(s): Every 4th Monday at 6:30 (18:30) p.m. Soroptimist Club Around for 100 years, the Soroptimist International of Coronado is an organization founded upon and dedicated to the principles of empowering women and girls through education and training to achieve economic empowerment and political equality. Partnering with local and global nonprofits, Soroptimist beneficiaries include orphanages, homeless outreach, safe shelters for homeless and victims of abuse and programs to support the military’s women. For information about membership or donations, find information below: Address: Soroptimist International of Coronado 600 D Avenue Coronado, CA 92118 Email: membership@coronadosoroptimist.org Website: https://coronadosoroptimist.org/ Social media username: @CoronadoSoroptimist Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoronadoSoroptimist/ Meeting time(s): info@coronadosoroptimist.org Coronado Lodge #441 This social organization is better known as Freemasons, or “Masons.” Like all Freemasons, the Coronado Lodge #441 Freemasonry is dedicated to making better men from good men, including better husbands, fathers and sons. The Masons emphasize improving the character, moral and spiritual outlook, broadening mental horizons. To be one, meet one. For information about membership or donations, find information below: Address: 529 Orange Avenue Coronado, CA 92118 Website: https://coronadolodge441.com/ Social media username: Coronado Masonic Lodge 441 F&AM Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/Coronado-Masonic-Lodge441-FAM/356812717683123 Meeting time(s): First Tuesday of every month
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Coronado Hospital Foundation Coronado Hospital Foundation promotes the health care needs and enhances Coronado and surrounding areas’ future needs through Sharp Coronado Hospital. As a nonprofit hospital, Sharp Coronado relies on the fundraising efforts of organizations such as the Coronado Hospital Foundation to assist community health needs. For information about membership or donations, find information below: Address: Coronado Hospital Foundation 250 Prospect Place Coronado, CA 92118 Email: foundation@sharp.com Website: https://give.sharp.com/coronado-foundation Coronado Schools Foundation By engaging community involvement and support, the Coronado Schools Foundation raises funds to enhance students’ learning and educational opportunities in the Coronado Unified School District. From the annual CSF Telethon and more, the Coronado Schools Foundation has provided the necessary additional funds to continue the exceptional educational programs offered through the Coronado Unified School District. For information about membership or donations, find information below: Address: 201 6th Street Coronado, CA 92118 Email: csf@csfkids.org Website: https://www.csfkids.org/ Social media username: @CoronadoSchoolsFoundation Facebook: www.facebook.com/CoronadoSchoolsFoundation/ Friends of Children United Society (FOCUS) Friends of Children United Society is a program dedicated to improving the lives of underprivileged children, military dependents and disabled children from birth to 21 years old. The all-volunteer organization raises money through fundraisers, donations, annual memberships and other sources to donate to charitable causes that fit within the mission statement of “...one goal: helping to make life better for San Diego County children and teens in need.” For information about membership or donations, find information below: Address: FOCUS P.O. Box 180023 Coronado, CA 92178 Email: info@focus-sdkids.org Website: https://focus-sdkids.org/ Social media username: @Focus92118 Facebook: www.facebook.com/Focus92118/
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Optimist Club of Coronado, Friend of Youth The mission statement of the Optimist Club of Coronado is to bring about the best qualities of youth through a philosophy of optimism and service to others. The organization focuses on service to youth, fostering respect for good governance and the law and service of oneself for the betterment and well-being of humankind in both the community and globally. For information about membership or donations, find information below: Name: Brennan Hovland Email: https://optimistclubofcoronado.org/contact/ or brennanhovland@cox.net Website: https://optimistclubofcoronado.org/ Social media username: Coronado Optimist Club Facebook: www.facebook.com/Coronado-Optimist-Club-180855908646542 Meeting time(s): Every Tuesday morning, 7 a.m. at the Coronado Community Center, 1845 Strand Way, Coronado, CA 92118 Chances for Children Chances for Children is an organization dedicated to the improvement of life for children in Haiti. Through education, health, food distribution and other activities, Chances for Children offers educational and religious opportunities, medical treatment, adoption agency and other services. For information about membership or donations, find information below: Email: info@chances4children.org Website: www.chances4children.org/ Social media username: @Chances4Children Facebook: www.facebook.com/Chances4Children/ Coronado Roundtable Coronado Roundtable is an organization of community and business leaders, retired persons and others dedicated to identifying, sounding out and finding solutions to the community’s most pressing, everyday issues. For information about membership or donations, find information below: Social media username: Coronado Roundtable Facebook: www.facebook.com/Coronado-Roundtable-390430277765759/ Meeting time(s): Check Facebook Page for updates. Coronado Main Street Since 1988, Coronado Main Street has been working to promote, showcase and, in some cases, revitalize downtown Coronado businesses through preservation and beautification efforts for the benefit of locals and visitors alike. Programs include the Median Gardens and the MarketPlace Magazine, among others. For information about membership or donations, find information below: Address: 1001 B avenue #216 Coronado, CA 92118 Email: coronadomainst@gmail.com Website: http://CoronadoMainStreet.com/ Social media username: @coronadomainstreet Facebook: www.facebook.com/coronadomainstreet 56
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Coronado Chamber of Commerce The Coronado Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to local businesses’ success for the Coronado community’s benefit as a whole. From promotional materials and brochures that highlight local businesses to operating the Coronado Visitor Center. For information about membership or donations, find information below: Address: 1125 10th St. Coronado, CA 92118 Email: info@coronadochamber.com Website: http://www.coronadochamber.com/ Social media username: @coronadochamber Facebook: www.facebook.com/coronadochamber Coronado Real Estate Association (CREA) Coronado Real Estate Association is a networking group to help local Realtors promote business opportunities through networking, education, marketing and other community service projects to assist and protect local property ownership. For information about membership or donations, find information below: Address: 120 C Avenue Ste 140 Coronado, CA 92118 Email: coronadorea@gmail.com Social media username: @CREA92118 Facebook: www.facebook.com/CREA92118/ Pacific Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) PAWS of Coronado is a nonprofit animal welfare and rescue organization dedicated to all animals’ health and well-being in Coronado. Through advocacy and community education, the goal is to encourage adoption, rehabilitate animals and eliminate the process of sheltering and euthanizing animals. For information about membership or donations, find information below: Address: 124 Orange Ave, 205 Coronado, CA 92118 Email: info@pawsofcoronado.org Website: https://pawsofcoronado.org/ Social media username: @PAWSofCoronado Facebook: www.facebook.com/PAWSofCoronado Coronado Community Animal Rescue and Education Society (CARES) The primary mission statement of Coronado Community Animal Rescue is to promote animal welfare by providing resources for better animal care, as well as adoption services, to eliminate homeless animals in Coronado. For information about membership or donations, find information below: Address: Coronado Community Animal Rescue and Education Society P.O. Box 181033 Coronado, CA 92178 Email: info@coronadocares.org Website: http://www.coronadocares.org/ Social media username: @CoronadoCARES Facebook: www.facebook.com/CoronadoCARES • David Throop is a freelance writer from Coronado who now lives in Imperial Beach with his wife and child. CROWNCITYMAGAZINE.COM
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CORONADO ALBACA Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa 2000 2nd St. (619) 435-3000 Amalo Brew Coffee Coronado Library 640 Orange Ave. (619) 537- 11 Avenue Liquor Wine & Subs 878 Orange Ave. (619) 435-4663 Babcock & Story Bar Hotel del Coronado 1500 Orange Ave. (619) 435-6611 Bistro d’Asia 1301 Orange Ave. (619) 437-6677 Bluewater Grill 1701 Strand Way (619) 435-0155 Boney’s Bayside Market 155 Orange Ave. (619) 435-0776 The Brigantine 1333 Orange Ave. (619) 435-4166
Bruegger’s Bagels 1305 Orange Ave. (619) 435-3900
Clayton’s Mexican Takeout 1107 10th St. (619) 437-8811
Burger King Ferry Landing 1201 1st St. (619) 435-8707
Cold Stone Creamery Ferry Landing 1201 1st St. (619) 437-6919
Burger Lounge 922 Orange Ave. (619) 435-6835
Coronado Brewing Co. 170 Orange Ave. (619) 437-4452
Calypso Cafe 505 Grand Caribe Causeway (619) 423-5144
Coronado Coffee Company Ferry Landing 1201 1st St. (619) 522-0217
Central Liquor & Deli 178 Orange Ave. (619) 435-0118 Chez Loma 1132 Loma Ave. (619) 435-0661
Coronado Cupcakery Ferry Landing 1201 1st St. (619) 437-0166
Chipotle Mexican Grill 1360 Orange Ave. (619) 365-4287
Costa Azul Ferry Landing 1201 1st St. (619) 435-3525
Clayton’s Bakery and Bistro 849 Orange Ave. (619) 319-5001
Crown Bistro Crown City Inn 520 Orange Ave. (619) 435-3678
Clayton’s Coffee Shop 979 Orange Ave. (619) 435-5425
Crown Landing Loews Coronado Bay Resort 4000 Coronado Bay Road (619) 424-4000 Crown Room Hotel del Coronado 1500 Orange Ave. (619) 522-8490 Crown Town Deli Ferry Landing 1201 1st St. (619) 675-0013 Danny’s Palm Bar & Grill 965 Orange Ave. (619) 435-3171 Domino’s 1330 Orange Ave. (619) 437-4241
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 KFC/Taco Bell 100 B Ave. (619) 435-2055 Leroy’s Kitchen + Lounge 1015 Orange Ave. (619) 437-6087
Eno Pizza Hotel del Coronado 1500 Orange Ave. (619) 522-8546
Lil’ Piggy’s Bar-B-Q Ferry Landing 1201 1st St. (619) 522-0217
Feast & Fareway 2000 Visalia Row (619) 996-3322
Little Club 132 Orange Ave. (619) 435-5885
Garage Buona Forchetta 1000 C Ave. (619) 675-0079
Little Frenchie 1166 Orange Ave. (619) 675-0041 Lobster West 1033 B Ave. #102 (619) 675-0002 Mexican Village 126 Orange Ave. (619) 319-5955
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Mootime Creamery 1025 Orange Ave. (619) 435-2422 Nado Gelato Cafe 1017 C Ave. (619) 522-9053 Nado Republic 1007 C Ave. (619) 996-3271 Nicky Rotten’s Bar & Burger Joint 100 Orange Ave. (619) 537-0280 Night & Day Cafe 847 Orange Ave. (619) 435-9776 Panera 980 Orange Ave. (619) 437-4288 Parakeet Cafe 1134 Orange Ave. (619) 675-0104 Parakeet Juicery East 943 Orange Ave. (619) 319-5931 Parakeet Juicery West 1138 Orange Ave. (619) 537-0018 Park Place Liquor & Deli 1000 Park Place (619) 435-0116
McP's Irish Pub 1107 Orange Ave. (619) 435-5280
Peohe’s Ferry Landing 1201 1st St. (619) 437-4474
Miguel’s Cocina 1351 Orange Ave. (619) 437-4237
Poke123 1009 Orange Ave. (571) 221-4649
Mindful Cafe Sharp Coronado Hospital 250 Prospect Ave. (619) 522-3600
Rosemary Trattoria 120 Orange Ave. (619) 537-0054
Saiko Sushi 116 Orange Ave. (619) 435-0868
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Bakery Café 956 Orange Ave.
Village Pizzeria 1206 Orange Ave. (619) 522-0449 Village Pizzeria Bayside Ferry Landing 1201 1st St. (619) 437-0650 Which Wich 926 Orange Ave. (619) 522-9424 Wine a Bit 928 Orange Ave. (619) 365-4953 Yogurt Escape 942 Orange Ave. (619) 435-9700 Yummy Sushi 1330 Orange Ave. (619) 435-2771
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