poinsettia exhibit

The post Thanksgiving buffet first time visit to VBG's new Fernery structure, where we saw this nice little poinsettia exhibit. How appropriate given the season and the fact they were once grown extensively in Ventura, known at the time as "Poinsettia City". I also appreciated seeing the history (which I was familiar with), explaining how Joel Roberts Poinsett - the first U.S. ambassador to Mexico - introduced these plants to the U.S.A. in the early 19th century.

post buffet stroll

It was certainly a warm and sunny Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving buffet

Thanksgiving buffet at Water's Edge had above all a great view of the water. Of the wide range of food offerings, some were better than others. For the most part the salmon, salad and mac & cheese worked for me. Above all I was thankful to have food on the table and good company.

a tribute to Van Gogh?

A Ventura sunset paying tribute to Van Gogh's "Starry Night"?

Boba by the Sea

Something different. The Vietnamese-style coffee is sweet and according to the barista will "keep you up for three nights" (or some such thing).

Le Petit Cafe revisited

 

We don't go here often but it can be pleasant to partake of lunch on their patio.

shopping

Sometimes shopping is picturesque.