I hope you saved room for dinner. The Handlery has northern California’s only location of Daily Grill serving delicious, hearty American fare that will fill you up without emptying your bank account. Steaks, chops, pastas, and fish are offered, along with a day-of-the-week special; tonight’s was a roast turkey dinner with sourdough stuffing. My date’s baked salmon was beautifully done. I might have ordered other salmon dish, with a barbecue citrus glaze, but when I see “meatloaf” on a menu, I can barely focus on anything else, including my date.

Beware of meatloaf! Perfectly seasoned and served with mashed potatoes and gravy, it’s a huge meal. You won’t be able to eat it all, but you’ll try to until your companion regains your attention by waving dessert menu. I’m not a big fan of key lime pie, but Grill served very best I’ve tasted: creamy, firm, and not too tangy. The Daily Grill always has a homemade sorbet available, and tonight’s was spiced zinfandel. Marvelous! The flavor was better than any grape Popsicle from my childhood, and I was a huge fan of grape Popsicles.

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Three stars never reflected such class as at Hotel Ampère. A pink stucco exterior reflects traditional French charm. Simple arrangements of orchids on both sides of entry vestibule are an enticing welcome, drawing you into a warm world of pomegranate, sage green and gold. Gentle watercolors in a loose, flowing style grace rooms and hallways.

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