For Eco-Friendly Auto Washing and Detailing, try La Jolla's CARBONita Detail

Here in La Jolla, we’ve got to be smart about the water we use. This means we tend to make sacrifices for the ways we use our water. Majority of the time, washing our cars rarely happens because of the amount of water required to clean them. Well, what if I told you getting you car cleaned professional only requires about a pint of water? Touting as Southern California’s environmentally friendly automotive detail company, CARBONita Detail is not only a values water conservation, they also use biodegradable and VOC compliant products, which help to reduce some of the most harmful effects on our environment. Being a good corporate citizen is part of their values. I had the opportunity to try out their services last week courtesy of Bryce Lindhardt, the owner of CARBONita Detail. Having a car that transports kids, dog & equipment I was a impressed how clean they were able to get my car and very pleased! In fact, it looks new again. I loved the fact that that their team comes to you. Right to your home or office, wherever you’re are located that day. You can go about your business and they’ll call you when your car is ready. I also got a kick out of seeing they send out their auto reconditioning experts in, none other than, a Smart Car (This company takes “green” to another level). So rather than driving around in a 13-passenger van, with trailer in tow, CARBONita Detail has found a way to minimize their impact without skimping on providing a full-service auto detail. Once they arrived I could tell right away these experts are specially trained in making sure the cars they detail come out looking their best. They will ask you for feedback and if you have an area you want focused on they are more than happy to oblige (mine was stained carpet). In fact, they are also trained at removing light paint scratches to a like-new finish. Bryce informed me their team of auto detailers undergo many levels of training on a variety of topics in proper auto care. These include, but are not limited to, high-speed buffing and orbital polishing, basic wet sanding, fiberglass and gel coat finishes, proper use of biodegradable detailing chemicals, detailed vehicle inspection techniques, paint restoration, full-service interior and exterior detailing. They are also proficient in headlight restoration, minor windshield crack repair, paint sealant and interior ozone treatment. Going back to that “one-pint-of-water” bit earlier. Now, there is no need to worry about having your car detailed at home. No water ever reaches the driveway or gutter, which can sometimes set your neighbors off in a panic; thinking that you’re a water-waster. Just in case you haven’t figured out the best secret about this company, their mission statement is written in their name, CARBONita literally means: “beautiful car” and “small carbon”. This company truly is one of San Diego’s best kept secret. For more information about CARBONita Detail, look them up online at http://www.carbonitadetail.com/. Or, send them an email or follow them on Twitter @CARBONitaDetail.

Take a Tour of Bird Rock Elementary! For prospective K-5 Parents

Scheduled for February 4th from, 10:15-11:45a.m.. To make a reservation please call 858-488-0537. For information about Bird Rock Elementary check out the website.

Where's Chuck?

Chuck Patton, owner of Bird Rock Coffee Roasters will visit four farms and an exporter to bring back several bags of exquisite coffee to La Jolla.

ETCETERAS Home Decor of La Jolla Exclusive Destination Sign art

Just loving the original English Destination Signs that have been lovingly reproduced with a distinct Southern California twist! Etceterras exclusive Destination Sign art lists the world famous beaches and surf breaks of our home town La Jolla. These are printed on ocean air-proof coated vinyl using type face faithful to the originals and come with wood dowels on each end or framed. The dimensions are 60x20. They will also customize. Some of recent signs have been Paris Metro stops, California surf breaks, and San Francisco neighborhoods. ETCETERAS is a store in La Jolla, filled with an eclectic collection of home and garden decor, antiques, and curiosities. They search for fabulous things and love the thrill of finding the perfect piece. You must visit and see for yourself.

Love, Marriage and Italian Wine {La Jolla Style}

Do you love wine and want to be part of something special? La Jolla native and LJHS Alumni, Jeremy Parzen, decided to share with you the wines that he will be drinking to celebrate his upcoming union. Each wine played a role in he and his fiancé’s (Tracie B) coming together (on the blogosphere) and each wine has a special significance to them. And each wine will be served at their La Jolla wedding this weekend!

Do Bianchi Wedding Wine Six-Pack: The wines they will be drinking at our wedding celebration

Château Moncontour Cuvée Predilection 2005 Vouvray

(sparkling white, dry)

Suavia 2007 Soave Classico (still white)

Domaine de Terrebrune 2008 Bandol Rosé (dry rosé)

Produttori del Barbaresco 2008 Langhe Nebbiolo (dry red)

Tenuta Il Poggione 2007 Rosso di Montalcino (dry red)

Ca’ del Bosco NV Franciacorta (noble sparkling white)

$150 (plus tax, shipping, and handling if applicable)

Please note: We'll try to fulfill as many orders as possible on Friday but some orders will not ship until next week. As with past offerings, this wine six-pack makes for a perfect 6-person dinner party and is ordered according to weight at the pace and structure of a festive meal.

For detailed descriptions of each wine please click here.
To order, just send an email by clicking here.

1/31 .:.Offer has SOLD OUT.:.
You should also be familiar with other services Jeremy provides:
Personal wine shopping
Sommelier services
Wine education
Let him help you create a guided tasting seminar for you and your friends

Lastly, want to eat where Jeremy & Tracie B eat when they visit San Diego? Check out: Jaynes Gastropub

Bird Rock feels some of the economic pinch

Very sad to see the closure of Stephanie's Shoe Boutique. I'd love to see Stephanie's efforts continue online. Every loss impacts the momentum of the Bird Rock business district along La Jolla Blvd. In addition to Stephanie's, we saw the recent closure of Marisco's Mexican Seafood and Little Baby Bird Rock (after they moved to new Pacific Beach location). Business owners and residents have had to develop strategies to overcome the fiscal fallout. Let's all remember they depend on local patronage. We can all show our support by patronizing local businesses, both to save gas and to support local entrepreneurs during tough economic times.

Let's Show Our Support! LJHS Students Participating In Hurley Video Contest

La Jolla High School is participating in a nationwide contest sponsored by popular surf brand Hurley. The contest known as Hurley: Walk the Walk, allows students to post viral videos on the Hurley website. The first in the series of videos are due to upload February 8, 2010. The theme of the first contest is "DNA" and asks La Jolla to highlight students who are exceptionally talented in the areas of art, music, surf and fashion, the cornerstones of the Hurley brand. The second video chronicles La Jolla High students and their use of Hurley products. The third and final video documents students as they take over a Hurley store for one night and 10% of proceeds go directly to the school. In addition, La Jolla Jolla High will receive $500 for each video uploaded to the site. The community is asked to go to http://hurley.com/wtw/ and vote for La Jolla High's videos starting later this month. When the timeline starts I'll be sure to announce and Tweet about it! La Jolla High hopes to advance as far as possible, progressing means more money for the school, which is critical in light of continuing budget cuts. Let's show our support! This is a positive opportunity for students to show their creativity while benefiting their school.

For more information, http://hurley.com/wtw/, and if your on Face Book become a fan!

Bird Rock Coffee Roasters Invites you to come try their latest Award Winning coffees

Their crisp Ethiopian Yiracheffee scored a fantastic 93 points. Read the full review.

 Blue Batak Peaberry. Is highest rated Batak coffee on Coffee Review. Tied for the second highest Sumatran coffee score of all time. Read the full review.

Sewage spill prompts alert in Bird Rock

A sewage spill prompted a pollution alert Thursday along a stretch of shoreline in La Jolla. Wastewater began overflowing from a manhole in the 6200 block of Waverly Avenue due to a blocked sanitation pipeline shortly before 1:30 p.m., according to the county Department of Environmental Health. By the time city repair personnel got the problem under control about an hour later, roughly 5,025 gallons of sewage had spilled into a storm drain that empties into the sea at the terminus of La Canada Street. Signs warning of contamination hazards will stand at all beach access points between Kolmar Street and Sea Ridge Drive until follow-up testing deems the area safe again.

*SOURCE North County Times

The Cottage Restaurant Renovation

After renovation

Before renovation

Readers, I am conducting a blog poll to collect your feedback on the newly remodeled restaurant. If you have not seen it yet, the original historic yellow is gone and it's now painted grey. The 105 year old cottage has been a popular spot for breakfast and lunch for over twenty years. I think many residents were taken by surprise that the yellow is not coming back. For more information on The Cottage or to purchase their famous cookbook visit: http://www.cottagelajolla.com/