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Miami Herald
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Take a pet-friendly foodie day trip to Bodega Bay
SAN JOSE, Calif. - Sure, Bodega Bay's known as the seaside hamlet where Alfred Hitchcock's 1963 avian horror-flick was filmed, but when you're not worried about a repeat attack by domoic acid-addled birds, it's downright charming. Unfortunately, word's gotten out about that, and overnight prices can run steep in the peak season. Instead, why not day-trip it the scenic way, sampling some of the North Bay's tastiest hotspots as you go? Hop in the car - dogs are invited - and choose your own adventure with these delightful food (and drink) options. You can snack as you go, or collect items for a picnic-style feast once you hit the beach. Whether you're coming from the East Bay, South Bay or Peninsula, by the time you've reached Point Reyes Station, you've likely worked up an appetite. You may not be as ravenous as the gaggles of cyclists you've likely passed along the way, but it's definitely snack time. Follow the smell of fragrant carbs to Brickmaiden Breads, where you'll find an abundant display of freshly baked delicacies. Feeling like an extra-special treat, I went for the almond cardamom cake ($6.50) - because when in doubt, cake for breakfast is always the right choice. That said, the dried apricot-and-pecan scone looked dang tasty too, as did the bergamot-and-rose snickerdoodle. The menu changes frequently, so check for the latest updates. Meanwhile, for lunch later, I picked up a ficelle sandwich with bulgogi tofu, chile oil and peanutty slaw ($9). Looking to extend your pit stop? Head toward Point Reyes Books for some browsing. This cozy bookshop is carefully curated, with an especially strong nature and environment section. Pick up a beach read for later, maybe? Heidrun Meadery, Point Reyes Station Just north of town in Point Reyes Station, you'll find Heidrun Meadery, a bucolic tasting room and shop serving sparkling mead, or honey wine, including variants made with local wildflower honey. You're welcome to stop and sit a while - the tasting room invites lingering on a sunny day - but there are more destinations ahead, so it may be wise to just pick up a bottle and continue on your way. Next, you'll drive along Highway 1, rolling along the waterfront edge of Tomales Bay until you arrive at The Marshall Store. If you're visiting on a weekend, prepare for a line - but don't be alarmed. It moves quickly. Grab a table at the outside waterfront patio and dining area. Oysters are what the Marshall Store is best known for - they're from the owners' family farm, Tomales Bay Oyster Co., and come prepared six ways: raw, barbecue, Rockefeller, Kilpatrick, chorizo-style or smoked. But there's something for everyone. Seafood avoiders can chow down on the tri-tip, pulled pork (braised in Guinness) or Cajun sausage sandwiches, or a baked brie wheel made with roasted garlic and cheese from the Nicasio Valley Cheese Co. Doran Regional Park, Bodega Bay From Marshall, it's a little over a half-hour to get to Bodega Bay's Doran Regional Park. You've finally made it to your destination! Grab a blanket to sprawl out for the afternoon at this dog- and family-friendly beach, and set out your collected goodies - bread, mead, pastries or oysters - for your DIY picnic. It's still the Sonoma coast, so bring a sweatshirt, but the active breezes on a recent spring visit didn't seem to deter tots or pups from playing in the water - and in fact, the conditions made for excellent kite-flying. One lovely feature of Doran is that the park sits along a spit, and on the inlet side, the water is flat enough for activities like stand-up paddle-boarding or kayaking. The park also has campgrounds if you're not ready to leave yet. Captain Davey's, Bodega Bay By the time you've played at the park for a while - and eaten all your other snacks, you might be feeling in need of caffeine or something sweet. Satisfy both by heading over to Captain Davey's, a quaint ice cream and coffee shop in town. Affogato, anyone? Re-energized for the drive back, you can skip the scenic route, ditching Highway 1 for the faster U.S. 101. Should you be inclined to make a pit stop for some out-of-the-ordinary shopping on your return trip, the Petaluma Village Premium Outlets are home to not one but two pet-oriented bookshops. Morti's Used Book Nook and Cat Adoption Lounge is a cat cafe open weekends that also sells used books, and the Word Horde Emporium of the Weird and Fantastic shares its space with a charming pet shop. __________ If you go Brickmaiden Breads: Open 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday-Sunday, 40 Fourth St., Point Reyes Station; The Marshall Store: Open 11 a.m.-4 p.m. weekends, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday and Friday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday with limited menus at 19225 Highway 1, Marshall; Doran Regional Park: 201 Doran Beach Road, Bodega Bay, $7; Captain Davey's: Open 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday-Monday at 537 Smith Brothers Road, Bodega Bay; __________ Copyright (C) 2025, Tribune Content Agency, LLC. Portions copyrighted by the respective providers.
Epoch Times
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Epoch Times
Take a Pet-Friendly Foodie Day Trip to Bodega Bay
Kate Bradshaw The Mercury News Sure, Bodega Bay's known as the seaside hamlet where Alfred Hitchcock's 1963 avian horror-flick was filmed, but when you're not worried about a repeat attack by domoic acid-addled birds, it's downright charming. Unfortunately, word's gotten out about that, and overnight prices can run steep in the peak season. Instead, why not day-trip it the scenic way, sampling some of the North Bay's tastiest hotspots as you go? Hop in the car—dogs are invited—and choose your own adventure with these delightful food (and drink) options. You can snack as you go, or collect items for a picnic-style feast once you hit the beach. Whether you're coming from the East Bay, South Bay, or Peninsula, by the time you've reached Point Reyes Station, you've likely worked up an appetite. You may not be as ravenous as the gaggles of cyclists you've likely passed along the way, but it's definitely snack time. Follow the smell of fragrant carbs to Brickmaiden Breads, where you'll find an abundant display of freshly baked delicacies. Feeling like an extra-special treat, I went for the almond cardamom cake ($6.50)—because when in doubt, cake for breakfast is always the right choice. That said, the dried apricot-and-pecan scone looked dang tasty too, as did the bergamot-and-rose snickerdoodle. The menu changes frequently, so check for the latest updates. Meanwhile, for lunch later, I picked up a ficelle sandwich with bulgogi tofu, chile oil, and peanutty slaw ($9). Looking to extend your pit stop? Head toward Point Reyes Books for some browsing. This cozy bookshop is carefully curated, with an especially strong nature and environment section. Pick up a beach read for later, maybe? Heidrun Meadery, Point Reyes Station Just north of town in Point Reyes Station, you'll find Heidrun Meadery, a bucolic tasting room and shop serving sparkling mead, or honey wine, including variants made with local wildflower honey. You're welcome to stop and sit a while—the tasting room invites lingering on a sunny day—but there are more destinations ahead, so it may be wise to just pick up a bottle and continue on your way. Related Stories 5/15/2025 5/15/2025 The Marshall Store, nestled between Highway 1 and Tomales Bay, specializes in oysters from the Tomales Bay Oyster Co. -- it serves them six different ways. Kate Bradshaw/Bay Area News Group Next, you'll drive along Highway 1, rolling along the waterfront edge of Tomales Bay until you arrive at The Marshall Store. If you're visiting on a weekend, prepare for a line—but don't be alarmed. It moves quickly. Grab a table at the outside waterfront patio and dining area. Oysters are what the Marshall Store is best known for—they're from the owners' family farm, Tomales Bay Oyster Co., and come prepared six ways: raw, barbecue, Rockefeller, Kilpatrick, chorizo-style, or smoked. But there's something for everyone. Seafood avoiders can chow down on the tri-tip, pulled pork (braised in Guinness), or Cajun sausage sandwiches, or a baked brie wheel made with roasted garlic and cheese from the Nicasio Valley Cheese Co. Oysters Rockefeller and smoked oysters are two of the six styles of oyster preparations available at The Marshall Store overlooking Tomales Bay. Kate Bradshaw/Bay Area News Group Doran Regional Park, Bodega Bay From Marshall, it's a little over a half-hour to get to Bodega Bay's Doran Regional Park. You've finally made it to your destination! Grab a blanket to sprawl out for the afternoon at this dog- and family-friendly beach, and set out your collected goodies—bread, mead, pastries, or oysters—or your DIY picnic. It's still the Sonoma coast, so bring a sweatshirt, but the active breezes on a recent spring visit didn't seem to deter tots or pups from playing in the water—and in fact, the conditions made for excellent kite-flying. One lovely feature of Doran is that the park sits along a spit, and on the inlet side, the water is flat enough for activities like stand-up paddle-boarding or kayaking. The park also has campgrounds if you're not ready to leave yet. Doran Regional Park in Bodega Bay is home to a two-mile beach, and is dog- and family-friendly. Kate Bradshaw/Bay Area News Group Captain Davey's, Bodega Bay By the time you've played at the park for a while—and eaten all your other snacks, you might be feeling in need of caffeine or something sweet. Satisfy both by heading over to Captain Davey's, a quaint ice cream and coffee shop in town. Affogato, anyone? Re-energized for the drive back, you can skip the scenic route, ditching Highway 1 for the faster U.S. 101. Two cats observe visitors at Morti's Used Book Nook & Cat Adoption Lounge in Petaluma. Kate Bradshaw/Bay Area News Group Should you be inclined to make a pit stop for some out-of-the-ordinary shopping on your return trip, the Petaluma Village Premium Outlets are home to not one but two pet-oriented bookshops. Morti's Used Book Nook and Cat Adoption Lounge is a cat cafe open weekends that also sells used books, and the Word Horde Emporium of the Weird and Fantastic shares its space with a charming pet shop. Captain Davey's, a tiny storefront in Bodega Bay, serves up coffee, ice cream and affogatos to visitors. Kate Bradshaw/Bay Area News Group If You Go Brickmaiden Breads: Open 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday-Sunday, 40 Fourth St., Point Reyes Station; The Marshall Store: Open 11 a.m.-4 p.m. weekends, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday and Friday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday with limited menus at 19225 Highway 1, Marshall; Doran Regional Park: 201 Doran Beach Road, Bodega Bay, $7; Captain Davey's: Open 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday-Monday at 537 Smith Brothers Road, Bodega Bay; Copyright #YR@ MediaNews Group, Inc. Visit at Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC. Dear Readers: We would love to hear from you. What topics would you like to read about? Please send your feedback and tips to
Yahoo
15-03-2025
- Yahoo
5 Underrated Places To Visit In Northern California
California. I bet images of warm LA beaches, blue skies, palm trees and sunscreen pop into your head. I love that part of California, but the state is much, much more than Southern California. Come North and you'll find mountains, rugged coastlines, charming villages, Redwoods and some of the best wine in the world. These are my top 5 Underrated Places To Visit In Northern California to put on your bucket list! Tucked North of Mt. Tam is Tamales Bay, most famous for hiking trails and fresh oysters. We love coming up here for a digital detxo weekend. We'll spend the night in Olema House and go hiking in Point Reyes or visit the lighthouse. For lunch we beeline over to Hog Island Oyster Company picnic area, where you can shuck and grill your own oysters outside next to the bay. On a sunny and warm day, this is pure heaven. We'll follow it with a mead tasting at Heidrun Meadery. And, if we time a visit right, we'll go on a Bioluminescence tour. Tucked up in the Sierras Nevadas is Calaveras County, a true hidden gem that many Californians have never heard of, but is worth a visit. The area is known for a failed gold rush, wine tasting, stunning Giant Sequoias, beautiful caverns, alpine lakes, hiking trails, skiing and frogs. Yes, frogs. It's a whole thing. We'll spend the weekend at Whimsy Homes cabin and go hiking at Big Trees State Park, spend a few hours being lazy at the White Pines lake, and then wine taste in downtown Murphys. In the evening maybe go line dancing at a local general store or catch live music at The Lube Room before settling into the hot tub at the cabin. There's always something fun happening up here in the mountains, plus it's just 2.5 hours from the Bay Area. Just a short drive south of San Francisco, the Santa Cruz Mountains offer a blend of natural wonders and quirky attractions. We always love a visit to the Mystery Spot, where gravity seems to take a vacation – it's a fun and mind-bending experience that everyone needs to experience at least once. A morning hike at Land of Medicine Buddha, a serene retreat nestled in the hills, is a must and then we'll pop down to Capitola Village for lunch. With its colorful Venetian-style houses lining the beach, aka the perfect for a leisurely stroll and some seaside dining. There's a lot of fun Airbnbs in the Santa Cruz Mountains, recently we spent a night at a Redwood treehouse that offered panoramic views and a cozy firepit. Forget Yellowstone; Lassen Volcanic National Park is Northern California's own geothermal playground. This park boasts bubbling mud pots, steaming fumaroles, and crystal-clear lakes, all set against the backdrop of a dormant volcano. We love to camp at Summit Lake Campground, since you can swim in the lake on those hot summer days. Hike to Bumpass Hell to witness the park's most active geothermal area, or take a scenic drive along the park's highway, stopping at overlooks for stunning views. The true test of fitness is a hike up their Cinder Cone which features a view of the famous Lava Beds. Don't be fooled by this hike, it's not for the weak and left us panting but the view was incredible. Lassen is a true hidden gem for nature lovers and adventure seekers. Deep in the Eastern Sierras is June Lake, a picturesque alpine village that offers year-round adventures and alpine lake access. In the fall, the surrounding aspen groves turn a brilliant golden yellow, creating a stunning display of color, and is one of my favorite places in California to find fall colors. We start our trips to June Lake with breakfast at Silver Lake Resort, then head off into nature. There's lake activities like kayaking, paddleboarding, and fishing, or explore the numerous hiking trails that wind through the mountains. After a day of outdoor fun, we like to unwind at June Lake Brewing, a local brewery to sample some craft beers before grabbing pizza at June Pie Pizza Co. And for a unique side trip, visit nearby Mono Lake, an otherworldly saline lake with tufa towers that rise from its surface. June Lake is a perfect escape for those seeking natural beauty and a laid-back mountain vibe.
