Well-known restaurateurs Carole and chef Santos MacDonal, who launched Italian restaurant Il Cortile in 2009 and Latin-inspired La Cosecha Bar + Restaurant in 2013, rocked.
A local restaurant, formerly Benvenuti’s, changed ownership, but in the process, the new restaurant owner retained part of the kitchen staff that had been working with the former owner for nearly four decades.
The Posh Side of Paso Robles
Paso Market Walk. Photo courtesy of Paso Market Walk
To visit Paso Robles is to take a step back in time to a simpler and slower pace. This quaint, central coast town in San Luis Obispo County was once primarily a ranching and farming community and home to fruit and nut orchards. A relaxed, rural feel is well maintained, and the classic California vibe is one of Paso’s greatest attractions. But these days, the region’s proliferation of wineries, wine tasting rooms, haute cuisine, and luxe accommodations provide Paso Robles with a posh profile that is sure to gratify the most well-traveled visitor. Here are some of our favorite spots: