Cellar Gate in Highwood...European in a good way

link into the unknown wrote:…we went with lobster rolls and mushroom crostini. Although we noticed that the brisket sandwiches, the charcuterie and cheese plates appeared awesome as well.

Our server then helped us select the wine. As we stood looking at the imposing wall of wines and she asked us a few questions…red or white? varietal? light or hearty? We decided on an Edmeades Zinfandel from the Anderson Valley in Mendicino (under $20.00).

We walked through the courtyard and admired the garden which the Steffens tend. We sat down and listened to two young musicians riffing on gently on pop and jazz themes. With the courtyard set back from the street, surrounded by the wrought iron of the front gate, the greenery, the fountains and statuary, we savored our wine, our food and the homemade hazelnut gelati.