Saturday, December 6, 2014

Pop, Fizz, Clink this New Years at The Cliffs!

Enjoy an amazing four course dinner at Marisol, rock in 2015 with 80s tunes performed live by The Spazmatics in the ballroom on a light up the dance floor or to the newest hits in the lounge with DJ Carlos Esquival!  One way or another, ring in the New Year at The Cliffs Resort
Click here for tickets!

Friday, October 17, 2014

Picture perfect day hiking Harmony Headlands Trail

Located approximately 5 miles north of Cayucos The Harmony Headlands State Park Trail leads you along beautiful scenic views of wildlife and panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean.  Walking trail is 4.5 miles round trip.

Saturday, September 20, 2014

Brown Sugar & Barrels 2014 at The Cliffs Resort

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Start off your Sunset Savor the Central Coast weekend with Brown Sugar & Barrels at                  
The Cliffs Resort & Marisol Friday Sept. 26, featuring celebrity and Master Chef Tanya Holland.
She is the Executive Chef and owner of Brown Sugar Kitchen and B-Side BBQ in Oakland, Ca.  She is the author of the new cookbook Brown Sugar Kitchen and will be available for sale during the evening and she will be doing book signings.
Chef's Gregg Wangard, Steven Smeets,  Hannah Ingham, and Willette Vey will be cooking soulful food for you during the event.  Music will be Soul Scratch performing 6-9pm and dj Carlos Esquivel spinning 9-11pm.  Get you tickets today for this event at www.savorcentralcoast.com

Friday, August 29, 2014

#jaxthecat

Its been a year already since Jax became part of the family. My little girl loves to play fetch every morning. 

Wednesday, July 23, 2014

Get Out and Kayak!

Beautiful morning to go kayaking in Shell Beach and explore Dinosaur Caves.
Photos by Caron Krauch


Saturday, May 31, 2014

I just ran my first 1/2 marathon  

I just completed my first half marathon in 2:06 min at the San Luis Obispo Marathon + Half & 5k 2014 at the age of 46.  All my hard work- staying focused, disciplined with my nutrition, strength training at the gym, rest and adequate sleep, and the encouragement from my friends and family paid off.  It is quite an accomplishment to go out and run 13.1 miles at any age.  What a high it is to be standing in a group of thousands of runners waiting for the gun to fire and taking off on a journey that you have trained so hard for. I could not think of a better 1/2 marathon course to do first than one right here in San Luis Obispo. Starting by downtown, out through Edna Valley Wine Country and finishing at the Historic Madonna Inn.

It all started on February 12, 2013 when I decided to go out for my first run. I purchased brand-new running shoes, running apparel, headphones, and a running watch to calculate my speed, time and to record all my runs. I started by running trails with an average of 3 miles per run. Every time I would run I would try to cut seconds off my time. Not only did I like what it was doing to my body physically, but I was also enjoying an endorphin high unlike anything I'd ever felt in my life. I often use the slogan "fit at any age". At the age of 45 I decided it was time to try to be in the best shape I could be.

Within my first month of running, I decided to sign up for my first registered 5K- the San Luis Obispo Marathon + Half & 5k. I really didn't know much about registered racing except for signing up online, showing up and running. And that's what I did. When the gun went off all I did was run till I got to the finish line. All I wanted to do was finish my first registered race. Once I crossed the finish line I quickly learned that I had won first place in my age group! Not only did I complete the race and receive a first-place metal for my age group, but I knew that this was just the beginning for me. I was going to have fun with running and work my way up to my first half marathon next year in San Luis Obispo.

In order to educate myself on running I decided to buy a year subscription to Runners World Magazine. They offer fantastic reading material for beginners, articles on nutrition, running apparel, and training plans. I also follow them @Runners World on Facebook for daily postings and inspirational guidelines. One of the great benefits to living in San Luis Obispo County is having accessibility to the Running Warehouse located at 181 Suburban Road, San Luis Obispo.  They have a team of professional athletes that are able to fit you with the proper running attire and offer expert advice. They also offer
"Pub Runs" at various pub locations in SLO County throughout the year, giving one the opportunity to meet other runners in the area and test out the latest footwear from one of their many sponsors.

Being a Maitre d' Restaurant Manager at Marisol Restaurant at The Cliffs Resort, I am pretty much on my feet all day long so I needed to find a workout routine that worked for me.  I would go to the gym and work each body part once a week and would run two times a week, anywhere from 3 to 5 miles. I would make sure that these runs were at a slow pace, focusing on form, and enjoying what I was doing and the beautiful scenery around me. I knew to achieve my goals that I would need to get proper rest and adequate sleep, requiring me to stay focused, disciplined and change my life style. I also like to check in on Facebook when I am working out at Pismo Beach Athletic Club each day to keep track of my progress. I have friends that follow my progress, get inspired, and send me motivational messages.  When I am out running you can now check in on my progress at Garmin Connect, which tracks me in real time. You can find my link to join on either my Facebook Page or Twitter.

I love running and will admit I often dream about it. It has definitely changed my life. Integrating strength training and other cardio exercises, which include indoor rowing and cycling, keeps my muscles and joints strong and my cardio endurance high.  I do stay very disciplined with my nutritional program, but I will indulge every so often. I integrated tips and advice I received along the way in my journey, not relying on just one book. I was asked after the San Luis Obispo Marathon + Half & 5k if I would do a full marathon.Why not! I have come this far, I replied. My goal is to apply what I have learned and do at least two more 1/2 marathons this year.

Running has changed my life for the better.  It is a great exercise alternative to hiking and biking here on the central coast.  There is a vast array of roads and trails just waiting to be discovered.  If you are ever out running and come upon a guy giving you a high five, that's me.  #getoutandrun

Thursday, May 1, 2014

LOTR at The Cliffs Resort Memorial Day 1-4pm

                             

Tommy Castro And The Painkillers, currently celebrating the release of their new Alligator Records album, THE DEVIL YOU KNOW, will perform as part of the Live on The Rocks concert at The Cliffs Resort in Pismo Beach on Monday, May 26, 2014. Award-winning guitarist/vocalist/songwriter Castro is famed for his signature brand of tough, rocking rhythm and blues, thrilling fans around the world with his incendiary live performances. With his eyes and ears firmly on the future, Castro, along with The Painkillers - original Tommy Castro Band bassist Randy McDonald, David Tucker on drums and James Pace on keyboards - has stripped his music down to its raw essence as he rockets into the next phase of his storied career. Concert information is as follows:

Date: Monday May 26, 2014
Event: Live on The Rocks - Memorial Day 2014
Venue: The Cliffs Resort
Address: 2757 Shell Beach Road
City: Pismo Beach, CA
Phone: 805-773-5000
Showtime: 3:15pm
Ticket price: Free admission
Website:www.cliffsresort.com

Tuesday, April 22, 2014

Hops and Hogs Chef Throwdown : Recipe for Bacon Jam

Check out Chef Casey Walcott's Recipe for Bacon Jam.

Hops and Hogs Chef Throwdown : Recipe for Bacon Jam: By Chef Casey Walcott Ingredients 2 pounds bacon 3 large red onions (1/2 inch julienne) 2 cups sugar 2 cups balsamic ...

Tuesday morning warm up run 4/22/14 by #iknowdavid at Garmin Connect - Details

Geared up this morning and took a short run around Shell Beach neighborhood to make sure I am completely connected and ready for the SLO Marathon Sunday April 27th, 2014  #teamcliffs

Tuesday morning warm up run 4/22/14 #iknowdavid by iknowdavid at Garmin Connect - Details