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Originally Posted by Mezzaluna  John, first let me say "thank you" for your reminiscences of SF. They'll be added to my notes. Second, I see this is your first post so I'll say "welcome to Chef Talk". When you get a chance please stop in the Welcome Forum and introduce yourself.
I came across this at CNN.com this morning: California's North Coast: Savor Tomales Bay - CNN.com. Has anyone been there? |
Hi Mezz...Yes, Been there many times, as it is one of my favorite day-trips; it is BEAUTIFUL, and if you're planning a trip to Point Reyes/Muir Woods/Stinson Beach, Tomales Bay would be a logical addition, and a great place to stop for lunch or dinner. You would need to plan on spending a full day in the area, to make the trip worthwhile...It's quite a drive, along very scenic but winding
roads, either along the coast on Highway 1 or through San Rafael/Ross on Sir Francis Drake Blvd, so what seems like a short distance can take a bit longer, due to slower progress on often crowded two-lane country roads. Since you'll be here in May (one of the best times, weather-wise), Heart's Desire Beach is not-to-be-Missed!! It's on the Inverness side of Tomales Bay, and is a great place to swim/kayak if you're so inclined, or even just to take in the scenery and have a nice picnic. Then you can wind back down the road toward the inland side of Tomales Bay and hit one of the many restaurants along the way...lots of seafood choices, as well as other fare. I've only been to Nick's, so can't speak to other choices, but have heard great things about Hog Island Oysters, etc.
Hope this helps...
Micki