Carlsbadistan Has Flavor This Sunday

We’ll all be able to taste the flavors of The Village this Sunday, May 31, 2009 from 3-6 PM as 20 of Carlsbadistan restaurants serve of samples of their cuisine during The Carlsbad Village Associations Flavors of the Village Restaurant Tour.

“Come sample our broad array of international foods in the Village” invites Robin Young, Executive Director of the Carlsbad Village Association (CVA), “The Flavors of the Village in Carlsbad offers Irish, French, Mexican, Italian, Vegetarian and, of course, American cuisines – literally something for everyone”. . . Participating restaurants include: Beach City Smoothies, Caldo Pomodoro, Carlsbad Chocolate Bar, Dini’s Bistro, El Puerto, Fish House Vera Cruz, Gregorio’s, Hennessey’s, Knockout Burgers, Knockout Pizza, Las Olas, Le Passage, Naked Café, Ocean House, O’Sullivan’s, Pizza Port, Pollos Maria, Senor Grubby’s, Submarina and The Wine Spot.

Strangely, many of our favorite restaurants aren’t participating, but we’re going to use this as a chance to get off our well-worn path and try something new.

[Link: Friends of the Village]
CARLSBAD VILLAGE “FLAVORS OF THE VILLAGE” RESTAURANT TOUR
Sunday, May 31, 2009, 3 – 6pm
Lots of Fun, Lots of Food!

(Carlsbad Village, CA) – Flavors of the Village in Carlsbad will feature 20 of the best places to eat in downtown Carlsbad Village. Participants will be strolling up and down Carlsbad Village Drive, State Street, Grand Avenue and Carlsbad Blvd. on Sunday, May 31, from 3 to 6pm. Limousine shuttle service provided by Palomar Limousines will transport attendees to the outer lying restaurants.

“Come sample our broad array of international foods in the Village” invites Robin Young, Executive Director of the Carlsbad Village Association (CVA), “The Flavors of the Village in Carlsbad offers Irish, French, Mexican, Italian, Vegetarian and, of course, American cuisines – literally something for everyone”.

“Flavors” attendees will enjoy street performers and live music at various locations throughout the Village to add to the festivities. In addition, ArtSurf Art Walk–which runs through June 30—offers event goers extraordinary art to feed their souls while they feast on the culinary delicacies.

Flavors of the Village tickets are $25 and children 12 and under can share a ticket with an adult. There are a limited number of tickets available and they can be purchased at the following CVA member merchants: Michel Petit Spa, HomeLife Village Realtors, Carlsbad Convention and Visitors Bureau, Wesco Pet Supplies. Tickets are also available at the two CVA Farmers’ Markets every Wednesday and Saturday 1-5pm and the CVA offices, 2579 State Street, Carlsbad Village and the participating restaurants.

Participating restaurants include: Beach City Smoothies, Caldo Pomodoro, Carlsbad Chocolate Bar, Dini’s Bistro, El Puerto, Fish House Vera Cruz, Gregorio’s, Hennessey’s, Knockout Burgers, Knockout Pizza, Las Olas, Le Passage, Naked Café, Ocean House, O’Sullivan’s, Pizza Port, Pollos Maria, Senor Grubby’s, Submarina and The Wine Spot.

The CVA is a non-profit organization with over 200 members, dedicated to enhancing and promoting business in the Village of Carlsbad. Presented by the CVA, Flavors of the Village in Carlsbad is another effort to highlight the unique and charming atmosphere of the Village. For more information see the CVA website: www.shopcarlsbadvillage.org or contact Robin Young, CVA Executive Director at 760-434-2553 or email info@shopcarsbadvillage.org.