This Weekend in Carmel, 11/14 - 11/16

We are still experiencing beautiful, sunny days as we begin our transition from Fall to Winter. We are hoping for some rain, but in the meantime, the weather is perfect for this weekend's upcoming events:

Dawn's Dream Winery is holding an "Art and Wine Workshop" on Saturday, November 15th from 10 am to 1 pm at their tasting room downtown Carmel. This workshop includes wine flights, a light lunch, an individual canvas with painting supplies, and professional instruction. Tickets are $115 each.

From 1:00 to 4:00 pm on Saturday, November 15th, join the House of Merlot celebration at Chateau Julien Winery in Carmel Valley. Winemaker Bill Anderson will share his favorite vintages of their award winning Private Reserve Merlot. Admission is $25 per person in advance, and $30 per person on the day of the event.

Also on Saturday from 1:00 to 4:00 pm, head down to Carmel Plaza for a Pre-Holiday Prep Party. Activities in every store - including cooking demonstrations, fashion show, art exhibition, pop-up markets and the opportunity to win a holiday gift basket. Visit www.carmelplaza.com/events for more details.

The 12th Presentation of the Big Sur Half Marathon kicks off on Saturday, November 15th with the Pacific Grove Lighthouse 5K and By The Bay Kids' 3K. The Half Marathon is run on Sunday, November 16th and begins at 6:55 a.m.

On Sunday, November 16th, Galante Vineyards is hosting a "Vino for Veterans" event at their tasting room on Dolores Street. From 2:00 to 5:00 pm, a special celebration will be held, culminating a week of fundraising for World War II veterans to be able fly to Washington DC to visit their War Memorials. Enjoy an afternoon of tasting and meet 6 World War II vets who will be present at the event.

Visit our Events Calendar to plan your upcoming visit to Carmel. We are gearing up for the holiday season, and winter is the perfect time to come experience all that our quaint little village has to offer.

Have a wonderful week!

The Staff at Tradewinds Carmel

Thanksgiving in Carmel

For those traveling to the area for vacation or those who are simply opting out of cooking, we have created a list of the restaurants in Carmel-by-the-Sea that will be open on Thanksgiving Day.

Anton and Michel
In addition to their regular menu, Anton & Michel is offering a three-course prix fixe traditional Thanksgiving meal for $38 per person. They will be open from 1 to 9 pm.

Andre's Bouchee
Open from 2 to 8:15 pm.

Christopher's
Open from 3 to 8 pm.

Portabella
Offering a four-course Thanksgiving Dinner for $48.95 per person, which includes two glasses of specially selected wine and is aptly named "The Vintner's Dinner."They are also offering their a la carte dinner menu from noon to 10 pm.

Merlot! Wine Country Bistro
Serving a Traditional Family Thanksgiving Dinner for $28.95 per guest from noon to 10 pm.  A three course meal offering soup or salad, roasted turkey with all of the trimmings and your choice of dessert. Also offering the following 3-course dinner: Roast Prime Rib of Beef, Roast Leg of Lamb or Poached Salmon.

Pacific's Edge
Open from 3 to 8 pm.

Aubergine
Open from 2 to 8:30 pm.

Il Fornaio
Open from 2 to 8 pm.

Flaherty's
Open from 2 to 8:45 pm.

La Bicyclette
Open for dinner from 5 to 10 pm.

Grasing's
Open from 2:30 to 8:30 pm

Casanova
Open from 1 to 8 pm.

If you are planning on dining out, we would be delighted to make reservations for you - as the holidays can be a busy time around here!

Bon Appetit!

The Staff at Tradewinds Carmel