Historic Sand Rock Farm

One of the most delightful restaurants in the area, for those who favor a global flair, is Ambrosia.  Unfortunately they were closed due to a fire – but now back open and better than ever!  At some Indian restaurants the flavors blur together, curry whatever.  Not so here! Each dish is a unique offering with [...]

Just before Christmas we had a chance to set up the SRF wreath maker.  The wreath maker, large, manual (foot power), produced one wreath at a time; as quickly as the artist put the materials together.  Several guests had brought greens and we found others on the property.  We set up production tables in our [...]

Fun-filled events for runners at all levels. The Big Sur Half Marathon begins and ends in downtown Monterey. A great time outdoors with entertainment along the way. http://www.bigsurhalfmarathon.org

Saturday, November  20, 2010  11am – 5pm, Santa Cruz Mountains 831.685.VINE (8463) Your chance to visit wineries of the Santa Cruz Mountains not normally open to the public. Taste wine & have a great time. www.scmwa.com Stay at the only B and B with an old winery, Sand Rock Farm.  Reserve any available room for [...]

Enjoyed a quick, yummy, upbeat dinner – driving by decided to try it out! We had a light meal of Bruschetta di Caprino (Toasted Italian bread, topped with fresh goat cheese and grilled vegetables, $7) which was served cold; nice garlicy bread, flavorful small-diced roast veggies – and Cozze (steamed mussels in a white-wine, garlic, [...]

Cafe Sparrow offers consistently good food in a sweet ambiance.  Had the shrimp salad today with citrus, avocado… bright and flavorful: Here’s a view inside the restaurant:

Went to Mobo Sushi tonight — they have a wonderful variety with unusual as well as traditional sushi in downtown Santa Cruz. Here in the top-right is “Krazy Kat” which is Katsuo and spicy yummy stuff.  The middle left is a “roll your own” (you choose ingredients) of shrimp tempura + macademia nuts.  To the [...]

There’s no better time to revel in the beauty of the California Coast – flowers blooming with abandon, clear skies (with an occassional burst of rain just for variety), and a perfect temperature for strolling on the hills and beaches…  And none of the bustle of the summer season! Have the coast “to yourself” and, [...]

Sand Rock Farm is one of the founding members of this association of local B&B Inns – each with unique character – this is a great opportunity to explore! Bed and Breakfast Inns of Santa Cruz County Tours April 19, 1-4 PM Bed and Breakfast Inns open their doors and invite visitors to wander through [...]