www.montereycountynow.com APRIL 10-16, 2025 MONTEREY COUNTY WEEKLY 43 CHILL There are Bloody Marys—vodka, a mix, perhaps a dash of Worcestershire sauce, drop in a celery stalk and brunch is served. But the mix itself, as well as the cocktail, is open to interpretation. It can be spiced up or loaded until teetering with vegetables, meats, even tacos or dumplings. Into this almost limitless world comes the Bloody Mary Bar, a feature of weekend brunch at Estéban Restaurant in Monterey. Guests receive a checklist where they can select the base spirit—mezcal, tequila or the more traditional vodka (Estéban’s resident spiritsmith Anthony Vitacca partnered with craft distillery Midtown for regular and flavored versions). Wish to add a protein? Tick off options like meatball, chorizo or anchovies. Finally there is a choice of rim salts. A few minutes later, a glass with ice and a salted rim arrives, along with a plate of skewered meat or seafood and a second vessel with a few ounces of alcohol. The rest is up to the guest. The bar itself is like a carnival midway of cocktail additions on one table. Taps can pour classic Bloody Mary mix, clamato or carrot juice—or some of each. There are pickled vegetables. And jars brimming with chiles, olives, horseradish and such, rows of hot sauce and bitters, along with shakers of dill, celery seed and other herbs and spices. While the possibilities are technically not endless, perusing the bar can take some time. But the end result is what each guest wants, brunch in a tall glass, and a conversation started. Estéban Restaurant, 700 Munras Ave., Casa Munras Hotel, Monterey. 375-0176, hotelcasamunras.com. Red Zone The brunch Bloody Mary bar at Estéban gives guests a chance to make it their way. By Dave Faries SEND IDEAS TO: chill@montereycountynow.com DAVE FARIES ♦ 3 Card Poker ♠ Century 21st No Bust Black Jack ♣ Texas Hold’em ♥ Baccarat FULL BAR! BLACKJACK BONUS POINTS PAYS UP TO $20,000 SMALL TOWN BIG PAYOUTS! 1-800-Gambler • Gega-003846, Gega-Gega-003703, Gega-000889 Gega-000891 Gega-002838 The Marina Club Casino ensures the safety and security of all guests and team members at all times, while providing exceptional service. 204 Carmel Ave. Marina 831-384-0925 casinomonterey.com ♠ ♣ ♥ ♦ Just minutes from Downtown Monterey Where Monterey Comes To Play $89/Adult | $79/Senior (65+) | $39/Child (5-12 years old) 4 and Under Complimentary Prices Exclusive of Taxes & 20% Gratuity Complimentary Two Hour Valet Parking EASTER BRUNCH Monterey Marriott Presents April 20, 2025 | 10:30am-2:30pm OMELET STATION CUSTOM CREATIONS WITH CAGE-FREE EGGS, BACON VEGGIES & MORE Complimentary Champagne Toast SEAFOOD DISPLAY SHRIMP, STONE CRAB, AHI TUNA, SMOKED SALMON SALADS & SIDES KALE-SPINACH, ICEBERG WEDGES, BABA GHANOUSH ARTISAN BREAD SHRIMP & SOFT POLENTA STATION SAUTEED SHRIMP, POMODORO, BASIL, PECORINO CARVING STATION ROASTED LEG OF LAMB & NY STRIPLOIN ENTRÉES GRILLED SWORDFISH, CONFIT CHICKEN ROASTED VEGGIES FERRANTE'S BAY VIEW ROOM DESSERT DISPLAY MINI CAKES, CHOCOLATE CROISSANTS, BLUEBERRY COFFEE BUNDT CAKE & MORE! For reservations, please email isabella.martinez@marriott.com or call (831) 647-4018 Scan to View Full Menu Domenico’s on the Wharf features Cioppino–a house specialty, Boat to Table Wild Alaskan Salmon, Oysters Rockefeller are a sample of the many great menu choices. Also enjoy Fine Wines and Cocktails, Desserts and Great Service. A local favorite celebrating 43 YEARS on Old Fisherman’s Wharf. 50 OLD FISHERMAN’S WHARF MONTEREY • 831-372-3655 www.domenicosmonterey.com Open Daily 11:30am to close Fresh Seafood, Italian Classics, Prime Steaks, with Beautiful Harbor Views. Make Easter Weekend Reservations!
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