SNEAK PALOMAR PREVIEW

I got a private hardhat tour of the Palomar yesterday with George Sheban, the contractor for Central 214, the new restaurant designed by Paul Draper. No, obviously this statue is not part of the decor–if you know Draper’s work it is classy, understated with fine finishes and architectural elements. But, he does use a lot of this statuary white marble that is so elegant and timeless. I mean, if it’s good enough for Michelangelo…. For more scoop, read Candy’s article in the next DHome.

I also went in Trader Vic’s, just opening the doors after 20 years, and I can tell you it is a time capsule, a very dusty one. Even the hanging lobster pots and burlap sacks are still there–I saw the corner booth where I had my first mai tai.