Before the Date…
A beachday bike cruise sets the mood for the perfect weekend any weekend. Put in a little electricity to get things moving and you’re looking at a whole new world. A world full of Latin America tastiness, exotic birds, and new beer hangouts.
So grab your daytime biking crew and head out for a day of unlikely adventure.
St0p #1: 11:30 am
Grab Some Wheels
at an electric tandem spot
What to Know
This branch is owned by the “Lord of Fun and his chihuaha Chica. He is the man and super laid back but a reservation is highly encouraged, especially if you’re looking at picking up the tandem.
The tandem will run you $30/hour or $90 for the entire day. If you go a solo electric bike it will cost $15-22/hour or $45-66/day.
St0p #2: 1 pm
Fresh Latin Bites
from a family owned Peruvian joint
What to Know
This is pure Peruvian cuisine at its finest. Check out the empanadas, mixto ceviche, lomito saltado, and aji de gallina.
They have a liquor license so combine that with their fresh, like right then and there, juiced mimosas and bellinis.
Owners Bratzo and Daniella Basagoitia bring not only their Peruvian family food charm but also hospitality chops to a mini “hotel” in the back of the restaurant. Could be an option if you’re looking to spend the night/have a few too many.
St0p #3: 3 pm
Meet Some Exotics
at a bird sanctuary heaven
What to Know
Admission to the sanctuary is $7. They do take cards but only for the admission.
Make sure you have some cash on hand. When you arrive to the left is the “tiki bar”. This is where you exchange a few bucks for a metal bowl of fruit. Exchange that fruit for some up close parrot action with the parrots.
There will be volunteers walking around giving you the rundown for the birds. It’s highly suggested you ask them for a brief tour. They’ll know which birds are friendly, playful, or down right mean.
Amongst all the beautiful birds make sure to find Midori. A green parrot with the largest vocabulary in the bunch – she’ll dazzle you with perfectly mimicked fax machines and funny phrases.
St0p #4: Post Parrot Party
Grab Local Beers
at the newest brewery in town
What to Know
In an area known for it’s breweries Viewpoint is surprisingly the first brewery in Del Mar and the first overlooking the San Dieguito Lagoon.
They have 20 beers on tap and an extensive/delicious food menu. Plus you can grab a 30 oz. Viewpoint growler for $30 and bring home the goods.
The space can get crowded on weekends with lots of biking crews making their way through the area. If space is tight make a right and score a spot outside by the grass, you cant go wrong.
If you’re enjoying the scenery at Viewpoint Brewery make it last by buying a “Bird a Beer”. For $5 your proceeds will go to the San Dieguito River Valley Conservatory and keep Viewpoint and actual view point.