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Located in Mendocino, California with views of the Pacific Ocean and on the property of the Vegan Bucket-Lister The Stanford Inn By the Sea is the wonderful and healthy dining establishment The Ravens Restaurant.
Serving both Breakfast and Dinner, and closed during the lunch hours, the kitchen pumps out some wonderfully handcrafted menu items.
I've been so lucky to visit this amazing property a number of times, fall in love with it and return over and over again!
Each time I visit I recognize many familiar faces of the happy employees who seem to just love it there - and I don't blame them!
Serving both Breakfast and Dinner, and closed during the lunch hours, the kitchen pumps out some wonderfully handcrafted menu items.
I've been so lucky to visit this amazing property a number of times, fall in love with it and return over and over again!
Each time I visit I recognize many familiar faces of the happy employees who seem to just love it there - and I don't blame them!
The food is always fresh and so locally grown that it comes from the gardens just steps away located on the gorgeously landscaped grounds.
Each morning they offer freshly squeezed juices along with a hot drink of your choice, an extensive menu that is sure to delight any one's mood appetite and/or tastebuds.
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Daily new fillings to inquire about for their delicious Chickpea Omelette - my favorite Ravens breakfast item! But from the Waffles to Florentines, Enchiladas to Benedict, and let's not forget about the fresh baked cinnamon bread fresh toast! You can't go wrong with anything you order. The only problem is not being able to try EVERYTHING!
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Between meals from 3:30pm-4:30pm they even offer a lovely Tea Time. And you know how much I just love my Tea Time! No matter what's on my schedule, I'm certain to be found sipping my tea and enjoying the daily dessert tasting that is offered and always quite delicious!
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And at night they welcome you back with a smile and have the tables set by candlelight (hence the dark lighting in some of the pictures), they always highlight a daily soup, a daily sushi roll and seasonal toppings for their flatbread, all based on what is available in the "garden"!
 Sweet Potato and Bell Pepper Soup  |   Roasted Cauliflower and Shiitake Bisque |
The service is always very cordial and the servers are very knowledgeable. Everything is served in a timely manner, and they are very attentive, leaving you wanting for nothing.
Catering to vegans and with offerings for gluten free diets as well. Each dish is beautifully served and an offering of bread is there if you should so desire, served each night with a freshly crafted spread.
At dinner time while waiting on your meal the chef sends out a small amuse to prepare your appetite.
Catering to vegans and with offerings for gluten free diets as well. Each dish is beautifully served and an offering of bread is there if you should so desire, served each night with a freshly crafted spread.
At dinner time while waiting on your meal the chef sends out a small amuse to prepare your appetite.
    Greek Salad  Heirloom Tomato Salad  Tamari Tofu Appetizer  BBQ Portobello Plate |     2014 Ravioli Dish  The improved 2015 Ravioli Dish - this might be favorite!  Ravens specialty Sea Palm Strudel  Sun Dried Tomato Polenta - only served on Fridays and Saturdays |
And if I must remind you to save room for dessert! The desserts and baked good that I've tried have all been quite delicious, but I've gotta say that I am usually rather full and by this time of the meal I only have room to share that sweet little something!
 Pecan Torte with Maple Ice "Cream" |  Cream Brûlée |
In addition, not that it has anything to do with the food, but the gardens are an absolute delight to walk through. So abundant, fragrant, colorful and utterly beautiful! I highly recommend it!
Live passionately and eat well,
-T
Live passionately and eat well,
-T
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