Rose of Sharon

image1-1Loving being back at home in Jamestown. I just returned from a morning bike ride and swim in the ocean. I've noticed how our neighborhood boasts of these beautiful bushes of Rose of Sharon. They resemble a hibiscus flower and come in a variety of shades. Above, is a shrub in our yard I was admiring while eating breakfast. My Mother brought this shrub back to life when we moved into our new home. And now, I am off to rinse the sand off my feet before my Mother squawks at me again...xx

Sotheby's Hits the Road

Screen Shot 2015-08-15 at 12.35.35 PMSotheby's posted this photograph of the 1956 Ferrari on Instagram that had my heart thumping. The car, is one of many that was presented at the annual classic car auction event in the coastal towns of Monterey and Pebble Beach this past weekend. This year, a 1961 Ferrari California Spider (not to be confused with the photograph above), made news as it was estimated at as much of $18 million. It is only 37 of its kind. The collection, totally over 390 cars included a car that was built for Pope John Paul II ( a 2005 Ferrari Enzo selling for $6.1 million). The auction wrapped up on Saturday, however you can view all lots from the auction, here.

Sunday Supper

image2 The best place for a Sunday Supper hands down is Molina in Mill Valley. I've been multiple times, alone in fact, after a trail run on Mt. Tam. It is a true neighborhood establishment as I've met a few "regulars" who also come in for the action at the bar. A seat at the bar is a front row ticket to watch their handsome(!) chefs use their hands in all the right ways to master small plates and supper dishes, whilst keeping the record player going with each night's tailored playlist. (A sample of their playlist is above). C&C recommendations? Any dish with melon - such as their moon & start melon with toy box tomatoes, olive and chili. Another favorite is their country pork chop with yellow peaches, padrón peppers and arugula. The menu is always evolving but do drop in!