Michael's at La Galeria de Todos Santos

I stopped in to see Michael and Pat Cope and curious what's on the menu for dinner and they were busy prepping. Friday night's menu will feature Green Curried Pork with lemon grass, Vietnamese Crab Cakes, and Japanese Style Wild Salmon.

Summer is here and things are still happening in Todos Santos . . .

Although it's July and just about the middle of the summer, construction is going strong in the historic downtown. The restoration of the historic building on the corner of Topete and Centenario, for example, the owners have been meticulously restoring the facade by chipping away at the stucco and exposing the original brick facade, and resurfacing and sealing the bricks. They are also adding crown molding, which will give the block and corners a unified look. The restoration is being over seen by Gaddo Piazzesi and his new studio La Lucertola will occupy the former space of Todos Santos Eco Adventures. I got a sneak preview and it has dramatic black and red glazed red walls and a stylish black bathroom.

Grupo Salás is also going full force on the renovation of an historical building and almost completed with the second floor. At the rate they are working, it looks they are aiming to open their hotel in time for the tourist season. Also the former Banorte space is being renovated and will accommodate a new gallery and penthouse.

Yucca Abstract

On the way home from an early morning walk, I came across this yucca in the back of a pick up truck. I noticed it at the beginning of the walk, but didn't pay much attention. On the way back, the diffused light from the over cast sky and blue gate in background made for an interesting composition in line and color. It's times like these that remind to slow down and keep paying attention: El Dharma

The Art of Dessert at Tre Galline

Many thanks to Magda and Angelo of Tre Galline Restaurant. On July 6 they hosted a dessert tasting "The Art of Dessert" featuring a heavenly array of desserts typically served during the Venetian Carnival, including bite sized bignés, crostatas, panna cottas, biscottis, tiramiso, coffee semifreddo and chocolate pudding with amaretti to name a few. I felt like I was in a pastry shop in the countryside of Italy. Magda says to stop by for coffee, tea, or enjoy a cappuccino con vov, select your favorite dessert and stay a while . . . . Tre Galline also serves lunch, dinner, and features an espresso bar, located on the corner of Calle Juarez and Topete in downtown Todos Santos: The Art of Dessert at Tre Galline

Todos Santos at Dawn

The photograph was taken at dawn on July 4th from the west side of town from La Poza mesa. We enjoyed a light rain-probably the first of the season, and the early morning mist acted like a diffusion filter and the street lamps reminded me of sparklers. More photographs at the following link: Todos Santos Images

Casa Piedra on 3.2 Acres

Just updated this listing on the Todos Santos MLS. This custom crafted home is situated on one of the last remaining large parcels in the La Cachora Area. Ocean, mountain and orchard views offered at $1.2 mil. Two 1 acre parcels also available: Casa Piedra Listing