Category: Carlsbad

#YelpsThrowBackThursday @ The Flower Fields

If I lay here If I just lay here Would you lie with me And just forget the world? Snow Patrol – Chasing Cars Driving down the freeway you can see them.  Splashes of color giving a respite from the roads and buildings.  I wish the Tecolote® Giant Ranunculus grew year round but it’s just March –… Continue reading #YelpsThrowBackThursday @ The Flower Fields

The Flower Fields 5704 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Makes me think of Dorothy’s trek to Oz and all the friends she made along the way. Now I’ve got ‘The Merry Old Land of Oz’ playing in the background. The fifty acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers are as lovely and inspirational as the movie itself. The name Tecolote came from the owls that nested… Continue reading The Flower Fields 5704 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Museum of Making Music 5790 Armada Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Music has always been in my life in one form or another. The most moving pieces I’ve found originate from the great classical music masters such as; Bach, Beethoven, Mozart, Chopin and Tchaikovsky to name a few. My favorite instrument is the piano, probably because my Mother plays quite well. So as you can imagine… Continue reading Museum of Making Music 5790 Armada Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Benihana 755 Raintree Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92011

Keeper of the flame Planner of family traditions Oh how I love thee This Benihana and the Mission Valley location have long been a family tradition among us to celebrate each member’s birthday. We could fill up a huge photo album worth of birthday pictures. I know what your thinking, it’s the same show and… Continue reading Benihana 755 Raintree Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92011

Green Dragon Tavern and Museum 6115 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA 92011 (760) 918-2421

There is something about brick buildings that I just adore. Maybe it’s the architecture, symmetry or the lovely brick red color, it makes a statement loud and clear. Here I am! Come on inside! This place appealed to me right from the start. A genuine replica of Boston’s original Green Dragon Tavern, demolished in 1854.… Continue reading Green Dragon Tavern and Museum 6115 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA 92011 (760) 918-2421

Pure Burger 2641 Gateway Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92009

First portion written by Maggie While quietly anticipating my dinner at Pure Burger, in comparison, I recognized just how few ‘other’ restaurants cater to people with food, dietary restrictions or the menu challenged sounds a bit better to me. I’m one of those people and it’s hard going out and winding your way around each… Continue reading Pure Burger 2641 Gateway Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92009