Christmas Decorations Making An Appearance

The tree is up and the lights are hung. Come relax before the holidays at the Pelican Cove Inn. The picture is of my favorite pelican ornament that I purchased at the Del Mar Candle Factory years ago. The chubby pelican. If you come and stay at the Inn, making a trip down to the candle factory is a great Christmas activity. They have lots of unique gifts and, of course, beautiful candles. Their website is www.knorrbeeswax.com and they are located near the polo fields in Del Mar. Come stay at Pelican Cove and get your shopping done at the same time!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Pelican Cove Inn wishes you all a very Happy Thanksgiving. May you be surrounded by your loved ones and take the time to count the blessings in your life. Thanks to all our friends, family and guests that have been a part of our lives. We are thankful for YOU!

Thankful for....Sunsets!!!!

When taking the dogs for a walk this evening, this is what I was able to witness. Such beautiful colors. Makes me thankful that I was able to see it and live in a place where this type of beauty abounds.

The Beach House

The Beach House Restaurant in Cardiff by the Sea offers THE BEST ocean view dining in all of North San Diego County. We went this past weekend and yes, this is the view you get. When you sit outside on the patio, there is nothing between you and the ocean except rocks and sand. At extreme high tide, you can't sit outside because you will get wet. That is how close you are. The food is excellent and it is a nice 10 mile coastal drive from the Pelican Cove Inn. With our year round excellent weather, this dining experience is a must. You can check out their web site at www.thebeachhouse.com/cardiff-by-the-sea-restaurant.php .

My Drunk Pelican

Love my pelican wine holder. Thanks, Dave and Angie, for the wine to put in it. It is so fun to find pelican items. Our friend Elizabeth found this one. He looks like he has had one bottle too many.

Coyote Bar and Grill

The Coyote Bar and Grill is a great place within walking distance of the inn that has great food, entertainment and margaritas!! This place also has the BEST salsa I have ever tasted. They roast the tomatoes and it creates a wonderful smoky salsa that I have never tasted anywhere else. I am not even normally a salsa fan, but this salsa has converted me. Check out their website www.coyotecarlsbad.com for their new menu items and entertainment schedule. A great place to enjoy when staying at the Pelican Cove Bed and Breakfast.

Artichoke Quiche

Great dish for vegetarians. This is such a quick and easy recipe. I use the refrigerated ready made pie crusts which really do make this "as easy as pie" to make.

ARTICHOKE QUICHE

12 oz marinated artichoke hearts

4 eggs

2 cloves crushed garlic

pepper to taste

6 crushed soda crackers

1/2 pound shredded cheddar

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Mix all ingredients together and put in uncooked 9" pie crust. Bake at 325 for 35 minutes. Enjoy!