Charlie Palmer
How is it that the illustrious Charlie Palmer-considered one of the best chefs in America-chose the O.C. over L.A. to open his first restaurant in Southern California? Maybe because Tiffany’s, Cartier, Rolex, Louis Vuitton, Dior, Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent, Gucci, Hermes, and Nordstrom report their locations at South Coast as having the highest sales in the United States. Charlie Palmer’s newest restaurant, all 11,000 square-gleaming-feet of it, can only be characterized as youthful and ebullient, a temperament well-suited to the master chef’s robust personality. After an exhausting day of shopping, weary feet are invited to stroll across the frosted glass floor towards an intimate sanctuary proffering restorative yet savory dishes. Palmer’s artisanal fare combines sophisticated American cooking with classic French cuisine. For starters, begin with the zesty tuna carpaccio lightly garnished with Mandarin oranges and fennel. Crisp Black Sea bass and red wine-poached beef tenderloin are often adorned by truffle potato gnocchi or coriander scented basmati rice. Whether you are famished, fatigued, or just looking for an exciting night about town, Charlie Palmer’s delivers exquisite dishes with gusto and panache.
3333 Bristol St.
Costa Mesa
714.352.2525
Ojai Valley Inn & Spa
Proud recipient of the AAA Five Diamond Award for the second consecutive year, the Ojai Valley Inn and Spa graciously offers guests the ultimate getaway vacation. Behold unparalleled views of California’s nearby mountain range from Ojai’s deluxe guestrooms, featuring private balconies and cozy fireplaces. Recreational activities range from private tennis instruction at the hands of USPTA pros to golf tournaments along Ojai’s historic 18-hole course. After an invigorating Orchard ride through lush orange groves, dine at one of Ojai’s numerous cafes. Seasonal dishes are accompanied by heirloom tomatoes, lemon grass, and edible flowers harvested from the Ojai’s herb gardens. For aficionados of both classic pastoral pastimes and haute luxury, Ojai Valley elegantly accents its earthy character with nuanced sophistication in a canny gesture to even the most capricious of travelers.
905 Country Club Rd.
Ojai
888.697.8780
News
October 30, 2008Haute 100: Aby Rosen, Alex Rodriguez, André Balazs, Bill &
