Justin Wills recently left Lincoln City for Gold Beach(Lincoln City, Oregon) – For those who indulged in food fights in their high school and college years, but then later grew up to be food snobs, one town on the Oregon coast is promising tons of fun for those folks. For those people who threw tons of energy into their food after having spent lots of energy throwing their food, Lincoln City is again energizing the food world with another series of intriguing classes.Lincoln City’s Pacific Coast Center for Culinary Arts hosts two big ones this month, including guest chef stints from Pelican Pub in Pacific City and the chef from Gold Beach nugget Tu Tu Tun Lodge.Ken Henson, General Manager of Pelican Pub & Brewery in Pacific City will teach a class on Springtime Vegetarian Cookery at Lincoln City’s Pacific Coast Center for Culinary Arts. The class will be held on Saturday April 19, and will run from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Chef Henson will demonstrate to participants how to incorporate vegetarian items into their diet, without sacrificing flavor or excitement. Using mainly fresh-local ingredients, Chef Henson plans to reinvent how you feel about vegetarian meals! This class is a full-day hands-on course, comfortable shoes are recommended. The cost for this full-day hands-on course is $90 per person.
The Pelican Pub and Brewery is one of the most celebrated breweries in the world, consistently winning top awards at each competition they enter. This happens not just for the fine quality of their beer, but also for their outstanding food and service.Chef Justin Wills has agreed to make his first “Guest Chef” appearance at Lincoln City’s Pacific Coast Center for Culinary Arts as the Executive Chef of Tu Tu Tun Lodge in Gold Beach. Chef Wills, who has been a staple in course curriculum for thePCCCA as the Executive Chef for The Bay House Restaurant, has just accepted an exciting new position in Gold Beach, Oregon - and is thrilled to swing by the Center to teach another outstanding course.
The subject for this class is simply “Cheese” - those in attendance will learn that “simple” is not a word that even begins to describe cheese. During this full day class, Chef Wills will teach about the astounding history and “culture” of cheese, one of the world’s most highly coveted foods. For this one lesson, cheeses from over 10 countries have been imported for purposes of tasting, smelling and preparation techniques.
View from Pelican Pub in Pacific CityThe class will be held on April 12, from 12 p.m. until 6 p.m, with a lunch break in the afternoon. This class is a full day hands on course, and comfortable shoes are recommended.The cost for this class is $90 with a meal included. A list of classes offered at the Pacific Coast Center for Culinary Arts can be found at www.oregoncoast.org. To register for a class, call Katera Woodbridge at 800-452-2151 or 541-996-2119 or email kateraw@lincolncity.org.
Tradewinds Motel, Rockaway Beach. All rooms are immaculate and have TV’s, VCR’s and in-room phones w/ data ports. Oceanfronts have queen bed, a double hide-a-bed, kitchen, cozy firelog fireplace and private deck. Both types sleep up to four people. Others are appointed for a two-person romantic getaway, yet still perfect for those on a budget. Elaborate oceanfront Jacuzzi suite has two bedrooms, kitchen, double hide-a-bed, fireplace and private deck, sleeping as many as six. For family reunions or large gatherings such as weddings, some rooms can connect to create two-room and three-room suites. Some rooms pet friendly. 523 N. Pacific St., Rockaway Beach. (503) 355-2112 - 1-800-824-0938. www.tradewinds-motel.com
Inn at Cannon Beach. Beautifully wooded natural setting at quiet south end of Cannon Beach. Great during winter storms with a new book by the fireplace – or when the sun is out for family fun and beach strolling. Handsome beach cottage-style architecture. Lush flowering gardens and naturalized courtyard pond. Warm, inviting guest rooms. Continental buffet breakfast. Warm Cookies. Family and Pet Friendly. Welcome gifts. Smoke-free. Complimentary Wireless Connectivity. Wine and book signing events. 800-321-6304 or 503-436-9085. Hemlock At Surfcrest, Cannon Beach, Oregon. http://www.atcannonbeach.com/.
The Ocean Lodge. There will not be another property built like this in Cannon Beach in our lifetimes. Rare, premiere ocean front location; handsome, dramatic architecture and tasteful, fun (nostalgic) beach interiors. Overlooks Haystack Rock. 100 percent smoke free. Imaginative special occasion packages. Massive wood burning lobby fireplace. Library w/ fireplace, stocked with impressive book collection. Pet and family friendly. Lavish continental buffet breakfast. In-room fireplaces, mini-kitchens. Jacuzzi tubs in select rooms. DVD players, complimentary movies. Morning paper. Warm cookies. 888-777-4047. 503-436-2241. 2864 Pacific Street. Cannon Beach, Oregon. http://www.theoceanlodge.com/
D Sands Condominium Motel, Lincoln City. Free, fresh baked cookie upon check-in is just the start. All rooms beachfront and up against Lincoln City's most famous stretch of beach: the D River. Each room comes as a suite or mini-suite, and has a kitchen and balcony or patio. Some w/ gas fireplaces, while all have a DVD Players; movies to rent come with free popcorn. Heated indoor pool, a spa, and this fabulous beach is lit at night. Rooms sleep from two, four to six - including a deluxe fireplace suite. Gift certificates orspecial occasion packages. http://www.dsandsmotel.com/. 171 S.W. Highway 101. 800-527-3925.
Arch Cape Property Services. Dozens of homes in that dreamy, rugged stretch between Cannon Beach and Manzanita known as Arch Cape. Oceanfront and ocean view , or just a short walk from the sea.
All homes are immaculate and smoke free; some pet friendly (with a fee). Some with broadband, indoor or outdoor hot tubs, fireplaces, decks, and fire pits or barbecues. Call about tempting winter specials that go until March (not valid holidays, however). http://www.archcaperentals.com/ 866-436-1607.
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Inn At Spanish Head, Lincoln City. Lincoln City’s only resort hotel built right on the beach with all oceanfront rooms - nestled against a rugged cliffside overlooking a soft, sandy beach. Dine in penthouse restaurant and bar, for casual meal or candlelight dinner. An array of seafood specialties, juicy steaks and other Northwest favorites, including decadent Sunday buffet. Rooms range from bedrooms to studios to 1-bedroom suites with microwaves and refrigerators to full kitchens. Also, wi-fi, spa, saunas, exercise room and year-round heated swimming pool. Kids will love the game room and easy beach access. Full-service conference/meeting rooms for that inspirational retreat; extensive wedding possibilities. 4009 SW Highway 101, Lincoln City. 1-800-452-8127 or 541-996-2161. www.spanishhead.comRELATED STORIESClick here for video of Dec. storm aftermathOregon Coast Best of Awards for the Year And the winners are: best of Oregon coast restaurants, lodgings, science, odd events in nature and stunning moments for 2007Watching Transformations of Oregon Coast Beaches Seasons change and so do beaches, revealing different sides and a variety of eye-popping sightsStaggeringly Cool Ideas for Oregon Coast Romance Be it the season of Valentine's or be it any time of the year, Oregon's coastline has essentially cornered the market for cuddle-inducing possibilities and gushy activities for the hand-holding setDay or Night Mysteries and Merriment on Oregon Coast It's more than just nightlife that comes to life, but the beaches offer major opportunitiesOregon Coast Travel Site Goes Wireless Provides Lodging Reports - Oregon Coast Beach Connection now has mobile lodging and dining listings, along with weekly lodging availability reportsCONTACT / ADVERTISE ON BEACH CONNECTION
ASTORIAWhere the Columbia meets the Pacific, Land of Lewis & Clark and loads of atmosphere & history
SEASIDE
The Promenade, Tillamook Head, family fun & broad, sandy beaches
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NEHALEM BAY
Manzanita's beaches, Nehalem and Wheeler's quirky beauty; laid back Rockaway
TILLAMOOK BAY
Garibaldi, Barview, Bay City, Tillamook & an oceanfront ghost town
THREE CAPES LOOP
The hidden secret of the coast: Cape Meares, a lighthouse, Oceanside, Netarts and Pacific City
DEPOE BAYA spouting horn downtown, freaky hidden cliffs and whales, whales, whales
NEWPORTTime-tripping Nye Beach, a bustling bayfront, marine science-central and two lighthouses
YACHATS
Constantly dramatic wave action, a mix of the rugged & upscale
FLORENCE
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