“Sunsets are proof that no matter what happens, every day can end beautifully.”
—Kristen Butler
How can you not enjoy a restaurant that was born out of “A Spirit of Adventure?” During their travels exploring diverse cultures and cuisine with exotic flavors around the Pacific, the founders of Pacific Catch, Keith and Aaron discovered new dishes, exciting ingredients and fresh seafood at every port.
Out of their combined experiences they created their first restaurant in 2003 that currently sports several locations. They are committed to using only sustainable sourced seafood out of desire to protect the ocean for generations to come.
Their regularly changing Pacific-inspired menu offers their patrons an element of surprise. Bill and Sarah and Cecile and I were served by a very attentive waiter for a 6 PM reservation. We were seated at a cabana like booth, in an outdoor patio surrounded by slate stacked stone and bamboo at the colorful, open-air, pedestrian-focused Pruneyard Shopping Center in Campbell. To start off our dining experience Bill and I had a 20 ounce glass of Sapporo Lager and High Watermelon California Wheat Beer respectively. Sarah had a Margarita and Cecile sipped a glass of Chardonnay.
For dinner Cecile and I feasted on Arctic Salmon from Kvarey Island, Norway, with Asian Herb Chimichurri, Thai Brussels, and Mexican “Elote” Corn on the cob from their Pick a Fish, Pick a Style, Pick a Side menu. Sarah enjoyed three Sushi Tacos: Seared Ahi, Hawaiian Yellowtail, and Spicy Salmon served nigiri style on seaweed squares tacos and Bill savored Striped Sea Bass from Baha (Citrus-gualjillo adobo sauce) with Mexican “Elote” corn on the cob with corn tortillas and sweet potato fries.
After dinner we walked over to the Tin Pot creamery for ice cream, and visited the Blue Apes exhibit that has been a hit with children and adults alike. Why the attraction? Maybe it's because according to experts, we share 96 percent of our DNA with gorillas. Embrace you inner ape!:-)
As we prepared to head home, we passed by a group of watercolorists painting at a group of tables in front of Peet’s Coffee as the fiery sun was setting behind four grand silhouetted palm trees. Sunsets are special when you see them on your own, but even more-so when you have someone you love by your side to take in the breathtaking sight. Happy Anniversary to our neighbors and friends, Sarah and Bill.
