Tucked away in Monterey County lies Carmel-by-the-Sea, a charming fairy tale village that embodies European elegance in Northern California. This enchanting town is renowned for its exquisite restaurants, wine tasting rooms, art galleries, and captivating storybook architecture that seems to transport visitors to another world.
As the holiday season unfolds, Carmel-by-the-Sea transforms into a winter wonderland, adorned with twinkling string lights, ornaments, and poinsettias lining its quaint shops. For those looking for an unforgettable Christmas Eve experience, booking dinner at two-Michelin-starred Aubergine is a must. Savor a seven-course feast featuring black truffle, caviar service, Dover sole, and a 100-day dry-aged ribeye for the price of $365.
For a more intimate celebration, La Playa Hotel offers breathtaking Pacific Ocean views and a secluded setting. Alternatively, pay a visit to the recently restored Bud's bar, where you can sip pinot noir in the peaceful garden and soak up the festive atmosphere.
Alternatively, Foray is also celebrating the season with a decadent dinner from December 23 to 27, featuring four indulgent courses with an optional wine pairing.
Carmel-by-the-Sea offers endless options for a quiet holiday retreat, where you can indulge in gourmet cuisine, savor local wines, and bask in the town's warm hospitality.
As the holiday season unfolds, Carmel-by-the-Sea transforms into a winter wonderland, adorned with twinkling string lights, ornaments, and poinsettias lining its quaint shops. For those looking for an unforgettable Christmas Eve experience, booking dinner at two-Michelin-starred Aubergine is a must. Savor a seven-course feast featuring black truffle, caviar service, Dover sole, and a 100-day dry-aged ribeye for the price of $365.
For a more intimate celebration, La Playa Hotel offers breathtaking Pacific Ocean views and a secluded setting. Alternatively, pay a visit to the recently restored Bud's bar, where you can sip pinot noir in the peaceful garden and soak up the festive atmosphere.
Alternatively, Foray is also celebrating the season with a decadent dinner from December 23 to 27, featuring four indulgent courses with an optional wine pairing.
Carmel-by-the-Sea offers endless options for a quiet holiday retreat, where you can indulge in gourmet cuisine, savor local wines, and bask in the town's warm hospitality.
. Two-Michelin-starred restaurants are already fancy enough, no need to break the bank. And what's with all these options? Can't they just pick one or two places that don't charge an arm and a leg? Also, have you seen the prices of wine pairings at Foray? That's just tacky 
. I get it, Carmel-by-the-Sea is pretty and all, but let's keep things in perspective here 
. Maybe for Christmas Eve dinner, go for something more budget-friendly like a local seafood spot or even cook your own meal instead of shelling out that kind of cash. Just saying 
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. The idea of having a 7-course dinner at Aubergine for $365 is crazy expensive, but I guess it's worth splurging on a special occasion. La Playa Hotel sounds like a great option too, especially with the Pacific Ocean views. But what really draws me to Carmel-by-the-Sea is the whole European village vibe - I love how the town transforms into a winter wonderland 
️. And $365 dinner price point seems steep but if you're gonna splurge then that's Aubergine 
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I mean, don't get me wrong, all that food does sound amazing, but come on! You could feed like 3-4 people with that money and still have change left over 
. If you want an epic Christmas Eve dinner in Carmel-by-the-Sea, why not try something a little more budget-friendly and still super delicious? Like, have you guys tried The Mill in Escondido? Now that's some quality grub at like 20% of that price! 
I gotta say, Carmel-by-the-Sea sounds like the ultimate Christmas getaway 
. $365 for dinner at Aubergine is a bit steep for me, but hey, it's two Michelin stars, right? 
The idea of sipping pinot noir in the peaceful garden at Bud's bar sounds so cozy 
. And Foray's decadent dinner options sound amazing too... I might have to treat myself to that indulgent 4-course meal 
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Carmel-by-the-Sea is literally the ultimate winter wonderland 
! And La Playa Hotel's Pacific views are, like, totally Instagram-worthy 
. I'm totes tempted to splurge and book that dinner for Christmas Eve. Who else is with me on this luxurious getaway? 
. Plus, it's not all about Christmas Eve dinner - there are plenty of other events and festivities throughout the holiday season. I think it's worth visiting regardless of whether you can splurge on a fancy meal or not 
it's like stepping into a fairytale! The way the whole town is decked out in twinkling lights and festive decorations is just magical 
and if you're looking for a super special dinner experience, Aubergine is def the place to go with that insane seven-course menu for $365 
and Foray's all about indulging in decadent food and drinks so if you're looking for a super relaxed holiday vibe, that's the spot for me 
. And for those on a budget, Foray's decadent dinner option sounds like a great alternative 
. But honestly, who can resist that warm hospitality and picturesque setting? It's like they're straight out of a fairy tale or something 
️ anywayz, Carmel-by-the-Sea seems like an amazing place to get into the holiday spirit 
did u know that La Playa Hotel has been ranked #1 on the Top 10 Most Romantic Hotels in the US? 
and Foray's dinner deal from Dec 23-27 sounds delish 
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. The idea of booking dinner at Aubergine for $365 seems crazy expensive 
And hey, who wouldn't want to sip pinot noir in a peaceful garden on a cold winter's night 
. It's not just about the big-ticket items, but about soaking up that warm holiday atmosphere and making some special memories with loved ones 
they're literally so good i'm obsessed with the sea salt flavor 
anyway, going back to carmel... $365 for dinner? that's like, what i pay for a week's rent in some parts of california 
$365 for dinner is like saying "hey, I'm wealthy and I know it"