By Camilla Mann{Tasting Notes} When I write that I will never pass up an opportunity to be wined and dined at La Crème, that is no exaggeration. There are two reasons why: Chef Jon Moser and Tamie Aceves.An unforgettable dining experience is about the atmosphere, sure. And...
By Richard Oh.Some sweets for your sweetheart...
By Camilla Mann.I am not one to celebrate Valentines' Day, typically. I firmly believe that love and romance belong front and center all the time. Why is February 14th designated as a day for people to show their sweethearts that they are adored? What about the...
By Mike Hale.I'm a hopeless romantic ...
By Richard Oh.The Chef: Chef Briana Sammut grew up locally in the Salinas Valley. At age 21, she at- tended the Culinary Institute of America in New York. Chef Briana was fortunate to gain externships at several restaurants including Mario Batali’s Tarry Lodge in Greenwich CT...
By Camilla Mann Last night we celebrated Brian's 40th birthday with a surprise party at La Crème in Pacific Grove. Though he suspected something was up - and claims to know that he knew I was lying about it - Pia managed to keep the scale of...
By Dorothy Maras-Ildiz As the end of the work week slowly grinds to a halt, unwind with friends or even just by yourself wrapped up in Crema’s cozy atmosphere. Fireplaces lit with candles, comfy leather chairs and sofas enhance the feel of ‘coming home’ to a...
Deviled eggs with crème fraiche and caviar at Crema Espresso and Wine Bar(Pacific Grove) New-kid-in-town Crema Espresso and Wine Bar is quickly becoming a must-visit every week. You’ll usually find me at the bar with a glass of wine and a couple of tapas after work, ready...
By James A. Foley From a pair of brand-new plush leather chairs overlooking Lighthouse Avenue in Pacific Grove, you can nestle in and watch cars roll by at the easy pace of waves flopping on the beach. I’m sitting in one of these chairs – on...
By: Dorothy Maras-Ildez Huge Props to La Crème Monterey and its little sisters, Crema Espresso Bar and Crema Wine & Tapas Bar for bravely going where no one has dared to tread...
