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10 PUNCHMAGAZINE.COM Redwood City was the last place you’d expect to find a yacht club. And yet, following decades of redevelopment, I had to rely on GPS to find my way through once familiar territory en route to an exquisite dinner at Hurrica restaurant in Westpoint Harbor. In this issue, we talk with Mark Sanders, the man who envisioned this sparkling marina, and spent years navigating through a sea of regulatory obstacles to get it built. (Page 100) This month, you’ll also discover the story behind two other passion projects—the musical merger that became husbandand-wife country duo Haley & Michaels (Page 23) and Abby Ahrens, the Francophile behind the whimsically decorated Enchanté Boutique Hotel in Los Altos. (Page 76) Speaking of decorating, read about the global perspective that enriches world traveler Kanika BakshiKhurana’s flair for creating interiors that make you feel right at home. (Page 69) Tantalize your taste buds with a trip to Carmel, home to a couple of culinary all-stars located just a few blocks from each other. (Page 36). Take home a taste of Italy from Che Fico Mercato in Menlo Park (Page 60) and meet the young chef at the helm of the iconic Flea Street Cafe. (Page 53) You’ll also find a fresh take on downtown Burlingame (Page 44) and more in our August issue. Here’s to the fair winds and following seas of summer! Andrea Gemmet andrea@punchmonthly.com {editor’s note} patiently taught us to tell port from starboard, to always keep the lines neatly coiled and to cast off without falling into the murky water that teemed with algae and tiny fish. I don’t think my brother and sister and I would ever claim to be skilled sailors, but we quickly absorbed the most important lessons: how to avoid getting knocked over by the boom, how to steer between the channel’s buoys so you don’t run aground and to never, ever fall off the boat. That last lesson came courtesy of my dad’s “man overboard drills,” which were conducted whenever his hat blew off. The drills always resulted in the hat having an unscheduled burial at sea before we were able to come about and maneuver close enough to grab it before it sank. Every time he lost another one and I looked into my siblings’ eyes, I knew we were thinking the same thing: I never want to be in that hat’s position. We kids did a fair amount of complaining about losing a precious Saturday to the sailboat when we could have been lazing around the house but the truth was, the minute we got underway, we loved it. Skimming across the choppy water, bumping over a bigger boat’s wake, sprawled on the deck with the sea spray in my face—it was heaven. Years later, when my dad finally sold it to some other starry-eyed sucker, I was left with a little boat-shaped hole in my life. I have no aspirations of owning a boat myself, but I jump at the chance to spend a day on the water in anything that floats (preferably with sails). The harbor of my youth was a workaday place, pungent and rough around the edges. When I was a kid, my sensible dad did a crazy thing. He bought a boat. I wasn’t old enough to know exactly how he got my mother on board with the idea, but I’ll bet it was similar to how Mom ended up the proud owner of a horse when she was a girl: years of wheedling finally paid off. And just as fiercely as my mother loved horses, my father loved sailing. He’d learned how to sail as a teen and dreamed of one day having a boat of his own. When a colleague decided to sell his Catalina 22, the tides turned and suddenly, we were a family with a sailboat. Most weekends during sailing season, when the winds were fair and the tides in our favor, we’d pack up lunch and head to the Port of Redwood City. Dad ABOVE: Rich Gemmet at the helm of his beloved Catalina 22.
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12 PUNCHMAGAZINE.COM {sloane citron} found our seats, which were in a great spot with a clear view of the stage. The first half of the show featured the band’s early songs, and we fought the urge to get up and dance. We didn’t want to block the people behind us, so we just sang the songs together and rocked in our seats. To her credit, Tali knew them all. She did, as she reminded me, grow up in my home, where ‘60s music was always playing as we swam, barbecued and played sports in our backyard. The night was brisk, but soon the band encouraged everyone to stand, and we moved to the familiar music, the quality and poetry of which has not diminished after 60 years. That warmed us up and got our energy flowing. It was a happy, lively evening, the stars shining above us. Since Tali’s normal wake-up time is 2AM, 4AM and then up for good around 5AM, we didn’t want to get stuck in the traffic going down the mountain, so when we felt like The Fab Four was closing in on its finale, we dashed out to beat the crowd. Thirty minutes later, I was depositing my sweet girl at her home, the lights still on, waiting for mom to come back. It was a perfect night with a perfect daughter. We had a splendid time together, reminiscing, joking, laughing and singing our hearts out to the songs of the ages. “Dad,” Tali said after giving me a hug and a kiss when she was about to get out of my car, “We’ve got to make this an annual thing.” And so, we will. I teared up a bit on my solo drive home, nostalgic for my life when my children were small, but feeling blessed that they all still like to hang with their dad. Awhile back, my daughter Tali suggested that she and I should do something together, just the two of us. We couldn’t remember the last time we had done such a thing, giving greater resonance to the idea. Tali is the third of my four children and has always lived at home in Menlo Park or nearby (her family now lives in San Carlos, which they have come to love) and our lives are very much intertwined. She married her high school sweetheart, Sam (also from Menlo Park), works as an excellent real estate agent and is the caring mother of three small children (5, 4 and 2) who are always on the go. She’s a busy woman, as you can imagine. My daughter has a spunky nature, always laughing, joking and happy. She’s youthfullooking, and many do a doubletake when they learn her age. When Tali was a small girl, I wrote an essay about how she reminded me of my long-gone grandmother, Beulah. That glimmer in her eye and her sweet smile still make me recall my grandmother, with whom I had a loving, special relationship. When I’m with Tali, I often think of the sweet, old woman who taught me to play cribbage. Tali found a concert for us at the spectacular Mountain Winery in Saratoga, and so we secured tickets and put it on the calendar, which happened to be on the Saturday before Father’s Day. While I’m a bit underwhelmed by holidays celebrating me, I did like the idea that we would enjoy the evening together before the day. I’m an anxious guy when it comes to getting to events—or anything—on time, so I was a bit concerned when Tali told me that her family would be at a birthday party until late afternoon and that she could be home and ready to leave at 6:30 for the 7:30 show. I arrived early and as soon as she pulled up, she jumped in my car, and we headed off to Saratoga. If you haven’t attended a show at the Mountain Winery, you’re missing out. I’ve gone to dozens of shows there and it’s my favorite venue for seeing a live act. It’s up on a luscious green mountain surrounded by vineyards, and the setting is simply dazzling. You can see for miles. It’s perfectly laid out, intimate and unique, with the original winery building from 1852 serving as the backdrop for the stage. Tali and I made quick work of the trip there and, even though we were later than most arrivals, were fortunately given a closein parking space. Outside of the seating area, they offer a variety of delicious dinner options and after promptly receiving our food, we sat down in the patio to enjoy our meals. We were just finishing our last bites (in between chatting with different people we knew) when we heard “She Loves You,” the iconic Beatles’ song. This was not a recording but what we had come to see: The Fab Four, perhaps the preeminent Beatles cover band. We finished up and yeah, yeah, yeah
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PUNCHMAGAZINE.COM 15 AUGUST 2024 + 31 DAYS + UP, UP & AWAY! + OUR 73RD ISSUE {quickpunch} Start Up + Celebrate Spiderman Day with your favorite five-year-olds on August 1. + Join NFL fanatics for the 49ers’ first preseason game on August 10. + Don’t miss the last days of the summer Olympics through August 11. + Look in the sky for the Sturgeon Moon, named for the fish, on August 19. Venture Out + HANG LOOSE with your favorite four-legged dudes at the World Dog Surfing Championships in Pacifica on August 3. surfdogchampionships.com + SING ALONG with the original Jersey Boys, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, at the Mountain Winery on August 3. mountainwinery.com + SHAKE OUT your picnic blanket at Redwood City’s Red Morton Park and enjoy a free performance of Shakespeare’s The Tempest, weekends, August 10-25. sfshakes.org The month of August is a time to relax and indulge in a bit of reflection and contemplation. Summer may still be in full swing, but there is that tingling feeling that our vacation days are numbered and the next season is nearly here. Stay in the present and don’t put away the shorts and flip-flops just yet. Our warm August days glide seamlessly into glorious September weather, letting us continue doing all of our favorite summery things. So relish the hot days, jump in some water and spread out the picnic blankets. Don’t forget to pass the potato salad. “Breathe the sweetness that hovers in August.” —DENISE LEVERTOV welcome back
16 PUNCHMAGAZINE.COM {quickpunch} Dash to Dine + SAINT MICHAEL’S ALLEY—Romantic alfresco seating with refined California cuisine—140 Homer Avenue, Palo Alto + CENTRAL PARK BISTRO—Sophisticated menu, enjoyable outdoor dining—181 East 4th Avenue, San Mateo + RUSTIC HOUSE OYSTER BAR & GRILL—Excellent outdoor area and wonderful seafood—295 Main Street, Los Altos Carpe Diem + TAKE A HIKE beneath towering, old-growth trees in beautiful Big Basin Redwoods State Park. Enjoy the natural splendor on your own or join an hour-long guided walk on Saturdays to learn about the history and lore behind this magnificent place. thatsmypark.org/events + SIT BACK, grab some popcorn and immerse yourself in the classic films of director Vincent Minelli, of An American in Paris and Father of the Bride fame. The Stanford Theatre in Palo Alto highlights the work of Liza’s Oscar-winning dad through August 25. Tickets are just $7 for a double feature. stanfordtheatre.org The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver— Fierce evangelical Baptist takes his family on an ill-fated mission to the Belgian Congo in 1959. The Mysterious Case of Rudolf Diesel by Douglas Brunt—This mesmerizing historical WWI thriller takes on an unsolved mystery. The Surfer’s Journal—A gorgeous, elegant magazine, even if you don’t surf. surfersjournal.com WHO KNEW? In 1854, Dr. Robert Tripp and his partner P.A. Parkhurst built the Woodside General Store to serve the local sawmills. They sold everything from ax handles to boots to fresh produce and housed the local post office. More importantly for a lumberjack with a toothache, it was also where Dr. Tripp performed his specialty: pulling teeth. The historic store is now a local museum. Well Read Unscramble LISEHNORE TMHEARIEPTAH Finally, some half-baked advice: Good moms let you lick the beaters. Great moms turn them off first.
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18 PUNCHMAGAZINE.COM {quickpunch} Do you have a favorite type of wood? I most enjoy working with reclaimed woods that have a history and story to tell. Can you share a little-known fact about woodworking? I think people are surprised at the efforts required to sustain the illusion of wood seamlessly wrapping a curve. Wood prefers to be tall, straight and strong. That’s why we build buildings with it. But there are techniques and illusions that can be used to bend the will of the wood and various tricks to hide the evidence. What’s something in your life that brings you joy? I’ve been the proud pet-parent of four Rottweilers throughout my life: Onyx, Roxy, Zaxon and Xylo. Each one has been a uniquely cuddly, clumsy, dorky, stubborn and intelligent companion. What’s your claim to fame? My grilled cheese. I would share the secret, but what would that leave me with? How do you spend a typical day at your Cubberley studio? On a good day, I can get six to eight hours in at the bench. Progress is slow, as it should be. Every project is unique, and each step is brought as close to perfection as I dare, one shaving at a time. When things go wrong, I take the dog for a walk. He gets a lot of walks. At the end of the day, I sweep my shop and clear my workbench. Tell us about your favorite tool. In the hand-tool category, the Lie-Nielsen round bottom spokeshave is exquisitely beautiful to see and to use. THE Q & A DARRYL DIECKMAN What was your first job? I was a fundraising telemarketer selling trash bags and frozen pizzas—which was probably the worst possible job for a socially awkward, introverted 15-year-old. How would you describe your aesthetic sense? I’m fascinated with iconic forms from art deco architecture, mid-century interiors and have a special fondness for atomic age appliances. I can only guess the latter comes from watching the Jetsons and visiting a lot of garage sales over the summers. What is your most cherished possession? My series of pieces inspired by the iconic designs of early radio receivers. How about your biggest pet peeve? The Oxford comma. Specifically, the absence of it. Are you instructing aspiring woodworkers? I enjoy teaching, mentoring and leading workshops. My favorite workshops are the ones for children, like building a birdhouse, a wooden robot or “Frankenstuffies” where attendees give new life to donated stuffies by dissecting and reassembling new, and sometimes creepy, creations. I also enjoy teaching introductory machine tool classes and introductory hand tool classes at the Palo Alto Adult School. What do you collect? Scraps of wood that are too valuable to throw away and too small to be useful. Coastside Collective woodworker and resident artist at Palo Alto’s Cubberley Community Center shares cherished pieces, tools of the trade and his ardor for lumber.
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24 PUNCHMAGAZINE.COM {punchline} keen interest in real estate. Ryan obtained a real estate license and earned a reputation in Nashville circles. He was juggling both business and creative pursuits when he got a Facebook message from Shannon, asking to connect. As Ryan describes their coffee shop meeting, “I walked in, Shannon’s sitting there and that was it.” He knew they would get married. While Shannon was a few dates away from reaching the same conclusion, both recognized that they had serious musical chemistry. “I believed in our musical connection so much that I just didn’t want both things to fall apart because we were trying to do both,” she shares. Ryan invited her to perform a song with his band at the Roxy Theatre that weekend in Los Angeles. “When she came out to do one song with me, no one in the audience wanted to see the band anymore,” Ryan laughs. “They just wanted that: the duo.” In third grade, Shannon Haley made her most vivid feelings known in songs she wrote on piano and guitar. As a teen, she developed a big, operatic voice— and a morning ritual of singing along to the country radio station 95.3 KRTY before school. She ended her days rehearsing rigorously with Los Altos High School’s elite choir, the Main Street Singers. In perfect harmony, just one town over in Palo Alto, Ryan Michaels absorbed songwriting inspiration from his dad, a pedal steel guitarist. Growing up in his family’s Sunnyvale music store where his parents worked, music and soccer were the only two things that mattered to him. During his teen years, he flunked out of one local high school after another, until Ryan got to Mid-Peninsula High. His guidance counselor, Heidi Scheissler, took notice of the solo trips he was making to Nashville. She submitted his songs to be graded as English projects, which enabled him to graduate early and win a full-ride soccer scholarship to Nashville’s Belmont University, a school known for its music business program. Meanwhile, Shannon took a fullride scholarship as an opera major at UCLA. Throughout the week, she focused on repertoire and performance. But on the weekends, she went to country bars to play her own songs. Slowly, she realized the dream driving her wasn’t singing opera at the Met. It was songwriting. Seeking a like-minded community, she started taking trips to Nashville and recorded her first demos. A friend advised her to connect with a guy there who “knew everybody.” A few years earlier, Ryan had started a rock band that was touring nationally. He had made a name for himself, but not just in music. Having gone to countless open houses while watching his parents manage investment properties, he had developed a ABOVE: Shannon Haley and Ryan Michaels of the country duo Haley & Michaels.
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26 PUNCHMAGAZINE.COM {punchline} Strick, then the co-president of Sony/ATV Music Publishing, and he opened a record label for Haley & Michaels. Ryan and Shannon got married in 2015 at the Mountain Winery in Saratoga. They compiled clips of their wedding ceremony into a music video for “Giving It All (To You),” a hit single they later played live for co-host Hoda Kotb on the Today Show. Their sweetest surprise was hearing the song on a radio in a tiki bar during their Hawaii honeymoon. Navigating the music industry and its hurdles, they charted an independent route. They produced other artists, including fatherdaughter duo Mat and Savannah Shaw, whose Christmas album hit No. 1 on Billboard. Haley & Michaels also released their single “Hail Mary,” which was featured Instinctively, Shannon sent her producer the first song she and Ryan wrote together. Ironically, “The Price I Pay” was a breakup song, but it blended their styles perfectly. Each of their managers and producers agreed that this duo was written in the stars, but it took years to refine their sound. For their first few collaborations, they were still two separate artists singing together. “You really have to, as an artist, shed yourself,” Ryan explains, “and prioritize your artistry in this group.” Their art eventually evolved as they did— from lyrics that felt like watereddown versions of their personalities to bodies of work that truly reflected them both. These days, their synergy on stage is undeniable. It’s in the way they meet each other’s eyes while singing and the way they sway in tandem as they strum their guitars. As they found their rhythm, they caught the attention of Danny PHOTOGRAPHY: COURTESY OF JON-PAUL BRUNO / COURTESY OF HALEY & MICHAELS - TODAYNBC
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28 PUNCHMAGAZINE.COM {punchline} or our desire to play concerts,” Ryan says, “but it became so easy to let go of so many things and reprioritize.” They decided that being closer to their family was most important. Back in the Bay Area, Shannon and Ryan are among their family and childhood friends. They enjoy their favorite spots: strolling Saratoga’s Hakone Gardens on holidays, enjoying dinners at Hobee’s or an upscale evening at La Forêt in San Jose, and bringing the kids to Linden Tree Books in Los Altos, a place Shannon loved as a child. Ryan joined The Agency, a boutique real estate and lifestyle company. “Helping people, that’s the point of our music,” he says, “and you can also do that by helping people get into their homes.” His new Los Altos office on Main Street is just blocks away from The Post, where—years before they met—Ryan and Shannon had each sat at the bar, watching halftime shows, not realizing that one day, they would be the ones performing in a stadium. tuning in @haleyandmichaels in the Netflix film Walk. Ride. Rodeo. and its music video was produced by the San Francisco 49ers and shot at Levi’s Stadium. The couple traveled to 200 cities as they promoted their first fulllength album and played shows across Europe and the U.S. When the pandemic started, they were in England opening for the likes of Darius Rucker and Eric Church. The pandemic shutdown hit while they were at Chicago’s O’Hare airport. When they finally arrived home in Nashville, it gave them time to think. “We were just so in the grind,” Shannon remembers. “If you lose perspective—even the notion that it is possible to do something else—there is no time for that.” Later that same fateful year, the couple had their first child, Keira, welcoming her into the world with “Born Yesterday,” a sweet song that features their baby’s heartbeat while still in the womb. Two years later, little Liam followed. “Having [children] didn’t change our love of music
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30 PUNCHMAGAZINE.COM {punchline} PERFECT SHOT soaring over california For photographer Devin Roberts, you couldn’t ask for a better Bay Area outlook than Mussel Rock Park on the border of Pacifica and Daly City. “The rocky coastline, sandy beaches and white-capped waves strike me as quintessential Northern California,” Devin says. On this particular day, he captured a plucky paraglider riding the updrafts. “I love the bright colors of the paraglider juxtaposed with the muted tones of the landscape, creating an image that I hope portrays the beauty and wildness of the California coast.” Image by Devin Roberts / @devoroberts / devorobertsphotography.com
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32 PUNCHMAGAZINE.COM {punchline} calling all dogs If you’ve got quirky habits or a funny tale (or tail) to tell, email hello@punchmonthly.com for a chance to share a page from your Diary of a Dog in PUNCH. winston DIARY OF A DOG photography by ROBB MOST Can I interest you in a battle of wits? I’m Winston, a clever two-year-old border collie-lab-shepherd mix from Menlo Park. I always hear David and Dana telling people that besides being extremely persistent, I learn things very quickly. That must be why they’re always finding new ways to challenge me. I’m not what you’d call a dainty eater, so David and Dana bought a special doggie bowl designed to slow me down. It took me no time at all to figure out how to defeat it—I just grabbed it in my mouth, flipped it over and gobbled my food off the floor! They also thought it would be fun to put up a gate to make me think I’m not allowed in the living room. Clearly, if they’d really meant it, Dana and David wouldn’t have secured it with plastic zip-ties. It didn’t take me long to strategically chew through the ties, leaving me free to waltz right in. I can’t wait to see what my next challenge will be! As much fun as I have at home with my family, my happy place is La Entrada School. Every afternoon, once the students have gone home for the day, all I can think about is going there to play with my canine companions. I love them all, but I do have a few favorites. All David has to do is mention their names and I get super excited just thinking about them!
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Jim Arbeed Top 100 Agents Nationwide – 2008 - 2023 Wall Street Journal New, custom-built detached Hillsborough guest house • ± 1,200 Sq. Ft. open concept floor plan • Located on a cul-de-sac with cayon views • Views visible from nearly every room • Large outdoor deck with amazing vistas • Washer and dryer closet • Private entrance and dedicated parking • Near top-rated schools • Electricity & water included HILLSBOROUGH QUARTERLY SALES New Listings New Sales Average SP Median SP Median Price/Sq. Ft. Average DOM Total Sales Volume 2024 Q2 42 25 $6,015,280 $5,700,000 $1,525 33 $150,382,000 2024 Q1 35 26 $4,754,345 $4,250,000 $1,356 49 $123,612,977 2023 Q1 44 21 $6,500,384 $5,825,000 $1,277 25 $136,508,068 2023 Q2 50 34 $6,015,334 $5,150,000 $1,395 45 $204,521,388 2023 Q3 38 27 $5,814,666 $5,600,000 $1,406 27 $156,996,000 2023 Q4 20 15 $6,432,266 $5,225,000 $1,278 37 $96,484,000 2023 HOMES SOLD Over 10MM 9 9% $5MM - $9.9MM 45 46% $4MM - $4.9MM 24 25% $3MM - $3.9MM 17 18% $2MM - $2.9MM 2 2% Highest Sales Price $17,000,000 Lowest Sales Price $2,700,000 2024 (Mid-Year) HOMES SOLD Over 10MM 1 1% $5MM - $9.9MM 24 47% $4MM - $4.9MM 14 27% $3MM - $3.9MM 12 24% $2MM - $2.9MM 0 0% Highest Sales Price $11,500,000 Lowest Sales Price $3,000,000 *These figures do not include any off-market sales that have occurred in 2023 or 2024. HILLSBOROUGH 2024 MID-YEAR MARKET REVIEW www.30lydia-guesthouse.com 2 Bedrooms | 1.5 Baths $5,995/Month TOTAL SALES 2023 (Mid-Year) 55 2024 (Mid-Year) 51 PRICE PER SQ. FT. 2023 $1,392 2024 (Mid-Year) $1,445 Data Source: MLS Listings, SAMCAR, County Tax Records. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. If your property is currently listed for sale, this is not a solicitation
1427 Chapin Avenue, Burlingame, CA 94010 | CA DRE# 01060476 P: 650.558.4256 | M: 650.430.7653 | Email: jim.arbeed@cbnorcal.com 2.6-Acre Estate with dual gated entrances. Masterfully crafted with imported leaded-glass windows, hardwood floors, exquisite millwork, and includes a 3-bedroom guest wing with full kitchen, great room & dedicated laundry room • Nearly 15,000 Sq. Ft. of exceptional living space • Mahogany-paneled library, separate office, solarium, media room and gym • 5 Fireplaces and slate roof • Whole home audio & programmable lighting • Garage parking for 4 cars plus significant off-street parking • Pool with spa, water features, and 185-foot waterslide, incredible sweeping lawns and lighted tennis court • Awe-inspiring San Francisco Bay views • Near top-rated Hillsborough public and private schools Stunning Grand Hillsborough Estate www.3080ralston.com 11 Bedrooms | 10 Full & 2 Half Baths $17,500,000
36 PUNCHMAGAZINE.COM GETAWAY carmel’s culinary stars {due west} words by SHERI BAER TRAVEL & WELLNESS PHOTOGRAPHY: COURTESY OF BONJWING LEE
38 PUNCHMAGAZINE.COM {due west} Adollop of Kaluga Queen caviar holds court atop a vibrant glaze of ice, encircled by a crown of roasted poblano peppers, asparagus and snap peas. With a gentle tap, the spoon breaks through the delicate sheen to reveal a trove of allium cream, asparagus tops and double-shucked English peas. As the eight-course tasting menu unfolds at L’Auberge Carmel’s Aubergine, each dish delivers on a promise. “Every element seems designed to delight,” describes the Michelin Guide in awarding one star to Aubergine. “Products of spectacular quality are prepared skillfully and painstakingly presented with an artistic eye.” Given California’s reputation as an epicurean mecca, it’s not surprising that 66 restaurants statewide currently claim one-Michelin star status. What is remarkable is that two of the honorees reside blocks apart in Carmel-by-theSea, the quintessentially quaint one-square-mile village less than a two-hour drive from the San Francisco Peninsula. With just 3,100 residents, this coastal enclave evokes fairytale cottages, art galleries and dogfriendly beaches. But Carmel’s culinary scene is heating up, arguably stoked by Aubergine’s award-winning stature, followed more recently by stellar newcomer Chez Noir. CARMEL’S FIRST STAR: AUBERGINE After earning accolades as chef de cuisine at Chicago’s renowned Charlie Trotter’s, Chef Justin Cogley decided he was ready to “get out of the city.” Maybe Colorado, he thought. “And then I saw this job opening for a chef,” he recounts. “I had no idea where it was. I looked up Carmel-by-theSea and was really intrigued that it was next to the ocean.” Besides being coastside, the PHOTOGRAPHY: COURTESY OF BONJWING LEE ABOVE: Chef Justin Cogley of Michelin-starred Aubergine goes foraging for local seaweeds. TOP: Assorted “Gifts from the Sea” canapés begin your meal at Aubergine in Carmel.
40 PUNCHMAGAZINE.COM {due west} position offered the chance to put his personal stamp on a Relais & Châteaux property known for its old-world charm. In 2011, Chef Justin migrated west and set about transforming L’Auberge Carmel’s onsite fine-dining experience. “I was named Food and Wine’s Best New Chef in 2013, which was huge,” he reflects. “That really changed the direction of the whole restaurant.” As the buzz grew, so did Aubergine’s impassioned pursuit of a Michelin star—an honor bestowed in 2019 and retained ever since. In this intimate setting—only nine tables in the main dining room, along with alfresco courtyard and private wine room seating—Chef Justin changes the tasting menu daily to reflect ultra-seasonal dishes and locallysourced ingredients. Aubergine’s dramatic amuse-bouche opening tray, “Gifts from the Ocean,” features Monterey Abalone Farm’s slow-growing (and hand-fed) marine delicacy. “Years go into a single bite,” marvels Chef Justin. With Aubergine anchoring Carmel-by-the-Sea’s culinary culture, Chef Justin is shooting for a second Michelin star, a designation currently held by only 12 California restaurants. “We’ll see what happens this year,” he says. “We’re all hopeful.” CHEZ NOIR TAKES A STAR Less than a 10-minute walk from Aubergine, Chez Noir followed a very different path to Michelin recognition. “What Monique and I wanted to have is the restaurant that we always want to go to,” explains Chef Jonny Black. “It’s a really fun room, there’s good music playing, and the food is very serious but we’re not taking ourselves too seriously.” With a pedigree from top restaurants, the husband-and-wife team assumed they’d open their own spot in a major market. But after falling under the enchantment of Carmel-by-the-Sea, they opted for a “romantic chef’s life” in this coastal hamlet abundant with fresh produce and seafood. “The most beautiful product, I think, in the world is within our fingertips,” observes Chef Jonny. “We’re creating a home for our family, and we’re creating a home for these incredible ingredients.” That’s home in a literal sense, given that the Blacks live on the second floor of the Craftsmanstyle residence with Chez Noir’s intimate dining, bar and courtyard spaces below. Emphasizing hyperlocal coastal California cuisine, the four-course tasting menu evolves with the seasons, spotlighting dishes like Monterey Bay abalone skewers, vermillion rockfish and Dungeness crab tortelloni. After opening Chez Noir in October 2022, the couple received an unexpected invitation to California’s PHOTOGRAPHY: COURTESY OF ERIN NG / COURTESY OF JOSEPH WEAVER ABOVE: Husband-and-wife team Monique and Jonny Black work in Chez Noir’s kitchen; Chez Noir’s colorful crudite plate, called the Fantasme de Legumes.
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42 PUNCHMAGAZINE.COM {due west} sister property, Carmel Beach Hotel also enjoys the golden touch of Chef Justin, who oversees Secoya Restaurant’s onsite and in-room dining program. Currently only available to guests, Secoya’s offerings include complimentary breakfast baskets, followed by an all-day menu of elevated seaside fare and snacks. Being the closest hotel to Carmel Beach is certainly a draw, but at an easy mile or less from Chez Noir and Aubergine, the locale also maps nicely to an after-dinner stroll. Keep in mind, if Michelin star-grazing is in your plans, you’ll need to book your reservations well in advance. Michelin Guide awards the following July. Commended for “spot-on sea bass and swoon-worthy abalone,” Chez Noir became Monterey County’s second restaurant to earn one Michelin star. Befitting a tight-knit coastal community, the Aubergine team showed up at Chez Noir with a magnum of champagne to toast the news. “Now that we’re here,” notes Chef Jonny, “we just have to do it every day and maintain the standard.” ROOMS WITH A VIEW What pairs well with awardwinning cuisine? Exceptional views. And for that, Carmel Beach Hotel has every right to say, “Look at me!” This terraced cluster of historic bungalows sits just 100 steps off Carmel’s iconic stretch of sand. Opened in June 2023, Carmel Beach Hotel offers 26 guest rooms and suites, along with a spa and fitness studio, and an array of amenities like Victoria & Albert soaking tubs, private decks and fireplaces. As L’Auberge Carmel’s new WISH UPON A STAR + Michelin tire company launched its guide in 1900 to promote car travel. + Anonymous inspectors judge restaurants over a series of visits. • One Star: High-quality cooking - Worth a stop. • Two Stars: Excellent cooking - Worth a detour. • Three Stars: Exceptional cuisine - Worth a special journey. + Selection Criteria: the quality of the ingredients, the harmony of flavors, the mastery of techniques, the personality of the chefs as expressed through their cuisine, and consistency across the entire menu and over time. star-studded getaway auberginecarmel.com cheznoircarmel.com carmelbeachhotel.com PHOTOGRAPHY: COURTESY OF BONJWING LEE ABOVE: The Carmel Beach Hotel is just steps away from the beach and an easy one-mile stroll from both Chez Noir and Aubergine restaurants.
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44 PUNCHMAGAZINE.COM {due west} On a sunny day, it seems like almost everyone in Burlingame is hanging out in its well-heeled and friendly downtown. You’ll find that the local residents who aren’t busy browsing and strolling just might be the ones running the stores. From German-inspired Backhaus bakery to plant-based Twelvemonth restaurant, the well-established Andra Norris Gallery to the new kids’ shop for tennis and pickleball. Make sure to check out the whimsical sculptures carved from stumps and felled trees by a talented city park employee. Next, look for the distinctive tile-roofed Burlingame Library (480 Primrose Road). Built in 1931 in Italian Renaissance style, its period light fixtures and airy reading rooms invite bookworms to linger. For contemporary art, check out Andra Norris Gallery (311 Lorton), where there’s a new exhibition almost every month. Through the end of August catch Beyond, featuring paintings by Elena Zolotnitsky, Ryan Reynolds and Stephen Henriques, and photography by Berkeley-based Russel Kiehn. After years of running a successful gallery in San Francisco, Andra says she had a “lightbulb moment” that inspired her to move it to the Peninsula. “I wanted to create something wonderful where I call home,” she confides. PHOTOGRAPHY: ROBB MOST / COURTESY OF JKEEFE - THE SF PENINSULA Gigglemugs, you’ll find small business owners whose love for their community inspired them to make their livings close to home. With its vibrant sidewalk scene, quirky shops and tempting eateries, a day “on the Avenue” is a day well spent. EXPLORE Whether you arrive via Caltrain or car, take a moment to admire Burlingame’s historic train station. Designed in the Spanish Colonial Revival style by architect George Howard, a scion of one of the city’s founding families, the graceful landmark on California Drive anchors the downtown district. Besides serving rail riders, it also houses the city’s history museum. From the station, find your way to dog-friendly Washington Park (850 Burlingame Avenue) which boasts a popular playground, shady picnic benches and courts DAY TRIP bustling burlingame words by ANDREA GEMMET
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{due west} 46 PUNCHMAGAZINE.COM BROWSE Sure, there are familiar chain stores downtown, but plenty of independent and unusual offerings, too. At Del’Oliva (1440 Burlingame Avenue), Eddie Sohirad is on a mission to save people from buying inferior olive oils. He carefully curates a selection of fresh, extra-virgin oils, real balsamic vinegars, imported wines, specialty pastas and colorful ceramic plates. Prepare to sniff, sample and swirl to find a golden elixir to your liking while Eddie offers expert advice. PHOTOGRAPHY: COURTESY OF DEL’OLIVA - PAULETTE PHLIPOT / ROBB MOST / COURTESY OF ANDRA NORRIS GALLERY At Gigglemugs (1461 Burlingame Avenue), find a witty and insightful selection of books, toys, trinkets and treats for children and teens. Running the store are Amanda Trindle and Katherin Baban, local residents and good friends who get expert intel on the evolving tastes of tweens and teens courtesy of their own children. The pair left jobs in teaching and business to be part of their community’s retail scene in November 2023. And now? “It’s like we’re living in a Hallmark movie,” Amanda smiles. Stationery store Paper Caper (1442 Burlingame Avenue) was also founded by two friends back in 1978. Focused on fashion? There’s a lot to choose from with longtime women’s wear boutique Morning Glory (1436 Burlingame Avenue), Joana’s European Fashions (1412 Burlingame Avenue) and consignment shop Millie Mango (1419 Burlingame Avenue), all in close proximity. For expertly fitted athletic shoes and gear, race over to A Runner’s Mind (1111 Howard Avenue). Once you’re laced up and ready, check out its weekly group runs. EAT After pounding the pavement, take some time to recharge. Grab a table at Twelvemonth (330 Lorton Avenue), where you’ll find “micro-seasonal” summer specialties like scialatielli pasta tossed in a thick sauce of Brentwood corn and pickled green tomatoes topped with coconut feta and cajun corn cracklins. “The ‘City of Trees’ seemed like the perfect site to build my vision of a wholly plant-based destination in an environmentally friendly space,” says owner Bob Trahan, a longtime local who calls Burlingame home. If regional Italian cuisine is more your scene, try sophisticated Stella (1448 Burlingame Avenue), where you can sip a barrel-aged Negroni and tuck into Piemontese-style boneless short ribs braised in Barolo wine. Across
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