Cecile and I had Lunch at Zelda’s Restaurant in the heart of Capitola Village this past weekend. Located on the beach with views of the Monterey Bay and the Capitola Wharf. Zelda’s has been serving locals and visitors from all over the world for over forty years. They feature an expansive beachfront outdoor patio. We shared scrambled eggs with sautéed mushrooms, Kale, Cheese, and a side of fruit and a bowl of New England clam chowder.
Next to Zelda’s is a small alley that takes you right to the beach, offering a great view of the painted houses.
Capitola Wharf which was built in 1857. The upper platform succumbed to the regular slamming of the waves during rain storms and high surf making it unusable and in need of major repairs. We checked out the Ukrainian Art in the Park and a stage performance featuring Ukrainian dancer sponsored by the Capitola Art & Cultural Commission.
The riches of the river and sea have attracted people to this area for hundreds of years. The Soquel Ohlone Indians once hunted and gathered in nearby valleys and along the shore. Later came the Chinese and Italian fishermen who harvested the bay’s fish and shellfish. In the late 1800s, visitors seeking relief from the valley heat were attracted to the cooler weather and scenic coastal beauty.
