Coronado Home and Business

Compass, the fast-growing and innovative real estate broker, has recently teamed with Coronado Luxury Real Estate Specialist, Jon Palmieri, to better serve buyers and sellers in Coronado; and to help build an agency of the highest caliber real estate professionals. Jon is the first agent invited to represent Compass in Coronado.

Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa announces the addition of a brand new bayside dining concept primed to be Coronado Island’s premier Cali-Coastal restaurant. Scheduled to open in Spring 2019, the restaurant will feature a Cali-Coastal inspired menu designed by Executive Chef Rafael Corniel and Restaurant Chef Aaron Obregon.  

A boat washed ashore a restricted area at Naval Air Station North Island (NASNI) early Thursday morning, Feb. 14, impacting operations by creating a potential hazard near the runway and diverting base staff from scheduled projects to deal with another derelict vessel, the sixth, since Jan. 1. 

How aware are you about what you eat, and why you eat it? Find out about ways to increase your awareness when the City of Coronado’s John D. Spreckels Center and Sharp Coronado present “Mindful Eating” on Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2:30-3:45 p.m.

On Thursday, Feb. 21 at 11:30 a.m. the City of Coronado’s John D. Spreckels Center presents “All About Eyes.” This presentation from the Braille Institute will explore age-related eye conditions, and the free services available to those in need. Through the use of simulator glasses and hands-on demonstrations, you’ll be taken on an educational journey into the fascinating world of human sight. 
To sign up or receive additional information, visit the John D. Spreckels Center and Bowling Green at 1019 Seventh Street, call 619-522-7343 or visit www.coronado.ca.us/spreckels.

It’s almost easy to forget about Yummy Sushi-- it’s tucked away in the top corner of the Coronado Plaza building, at 1330 Orange Avenue, with access via stairs on Churchill Place. But while it’s a bit off the beaten path, it offers one of the most spectacular ocean views in town, and they serve up some fine Japanese and Korean dishes.

Upon entering, you’ll find a small sushi bar just to the left, where the sushi chef skillfully prepares a broad assortment of nigiri, maki, and sashimi. Patrons can sit

The Coronado Historical Association hosts their monthly Coffee & Conversations Series on Tuesday, Feb. 12, titled

In February, the Hotel del Coronado’s award-winning Sunday brunch becomes an artful affair. Each Sunday in February features a different artist from the highly acclaimed Emerald C Gallery in Coronado from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Guests can delight in observing local artists in motion as they work to create new masterpieces, while savoring the Del’s lavish and legendary brunch.. A small selection of art pieces will be available for purchase.

Architectural plans were filed with the City of Coronado recently by the firm of mcg architecture based in Irvine on behalf of the landlord, the Barob Group. Once plans are filed with the city, they are a matter of public record. City of Coronado Senior Planner Jesse Brown said the Cora Mart building would remain in place and the plans for the exterior as submitted, “Were trying to bring elements of both existing buildings together to the overall project.”

Vons in its current configuration is 18,221 square feet and the proposed Cora Mart addition is 5,550 square feet, which includes a small basement for storage. The floor design includes a small Starbucks kiosk near the Orange Avenue entrance, a bakery, freezers and a dairy in the new expanded area.

One possible area of concern is there is a total of 175 feet of mostly uninterrupted building frontage on

The Coronado Public Library will host Philip J. Goscienski, MD, who will speak on the health benefits of wine and chocolate at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 14 in the Winn Room. He will address the latest research and the science behind the health benefits of these foods.

The face of Coronado is changing. One big player in that change is Colorado billionaire and part-time Coronado resident, Ed McVaney. He is the money behind the transformation of the Hansen mansion, and is the owner of the expanded lawn in the Bay View Estates area on First Street which has been involved in a lengthy legal battle over the future of the frontage road there. McVaney is also the person behind the plan to dramatically alter the corner of Tenth and C, by adding a 10,000 square foot religious complex in a residential zone.

The planned complex is located at 970 C Avenue, across the alley from Holland’s. The owner of the land is the TYL foundation of Littleton, Colorado. That fund was originally incorporated as the McVaney Family Foundation and later renamed TYL. Its board is made up of members of the McVaney family and has over $100 million in assets. Its benefactor is Edward McVaney, who made his billions as founder of JD Edwards.

Recently when you walk or drive by the Hotel Del Coronado lately, the only changes you see are the ‘Valet Only’ parking area, with a large construction crane poking its head over the wall. But in a recent interview with Master Plan Communications Director Kathy Breedlove and Hotel Del Coronado Director of Public Relations Stacey Ellis, several behind-the-scenes activities at the 130-year old hotel were characterized as, “Moving fast and furiously,” by Breedlove.

Sharp Coronado Hospital will be holding a free seminar on treating knee pain on Tuesday, Jan. 29, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Sandermann Education Center, Sharp Coronado Hospital, 265 Soledad Place.

The Coronado Public Library will host “Beyond Wills and Trusts” on Thursday, Jan. 31 at 10 a.m. in the Winn Room.

A small, yet significant portion of Coronado’s charm faded away last weekend with the closing of Bullshirt, located at 1007 Orange Avenue. The high quality t-shirt and apparel shop, best known for it’s military-themed items, was owned and operated since 1985 by Coronado native Donna Frese (CHS ’70). Frese’s back story, how Bullshirt evolved and her future plans are deserving of a closer look.

“My parents came here during the 1950’s,” Frese recalled. “My Dad Herbert was in the civil service and my Mom Virginia worked at Kippys here in Coronado for 15 years. My brother Howard (CHS ’74) passed away in January 2018. He was known for playing water polo and swimming. Howie was a state lifeguard for many, many years and worked with (former CHS Boys and Girls Golf Coach) Randy Coutts.”

Frese had a fine athletic career of her own, swimming breaststroke and on relay teams for CHS and Head Coach Mike Troy, who was a two-time Olympic Gold Medalist. Troy’s Olympic medals were won in

Miguel’s Cocina, located within the El Cordova Hotel on Orange Avenue, was damaged in the fire late Monday evening. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but it started well after the restaurant had closed for the evening. There was some structural damage to the ceiling of Miguel’s kitchen and considerable damage to the hotel rooms above the restaurant.

The Coronado Snow Birds will be meeting on Thursday, Jan. 24, at McP’s Irish Pub and Grill, 1107 Orange Avenue, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. All are welcome. Come meet new friends. This is a no host bar event with no entry charge.

“As Coronado parents, we are thrilled to have Steve Reiss conduct the SAT prep course for our kids,” Says Dan and Heather Frank of Coronado. “Steve is a very talented teacher that knows how to work with kids and makes an impact on their lives as they prepare for college. It is his unique understanding of the test and how best to teach these insights that make such a powerful combination. Steve’s course was paramount to our son getting offers from the Ivy League Schools for academics and football, and ultimately being accepted into UC Berkeley.”

With years of teaching and professional experience, Steve Reiss knows everything you would ever need to know about the all-important, often stressed over SAT and ACT college assessment tests. Partnering with the Coronado Schools Foundation (CSF) to offer SAT and ACT Test Prep classes, this self-proclaimed “most boring author in San Diego” has written or edited over 60 books for people preparing to

The Coronado Historical Association hosts their monthly Wine & Lecture Series on Friday, Jan.11 titled “Rosie-the-Riveters to Rocket Scientists” with author Tom Leech as guest speaker. Leech speaks on his recent book “Fun on the Job: Amusing and True Tales from Rosie-the-Riveters to Rocket Scientists at a Major (San Diego) Aerospace Company.” He shares humorous anecdotes from people employed over six decades at this company - some stories going back to Rosies employed at the Consolidated factory at Lindbergh Field. The reception begins 5:30 p.m. and the lecture commences 6 p.m. Cost for members is $15 and non-members is $18. The event takes place at 1100 Orange Avenue, seating is first come first served. To get tickets and for more information, visit coronadohistory.org or call 619-435-7242.

Beginning Jan. 1, the City of Coronado will no longer have a Business Licenses Tax. A minimal-cost Business Certificate is taking its place. The cost will be reduced to a $25 per year flat fee, plus a $4 state fee. The certificate and fees are required to be renewed by Jan. 1 of each year. There is a penalty of $50 imposed for those who do not apply for and receive their business certificates. About 500 businesses already have their certificates, however, approximately 1,700 businesses have not yet applied for the business certificate. Avoid the penalty. A full copy of Title 13 of the City’s Municipal Code is available on the City of Coronado website, www.coronado.ca.us/.

Locals’ favorite Café 1134 was chockfull of Coronadans on a recent morning. Some were sipping coffee and reading the newspaper, others had run into friends and started chatting. Even dogs like the café and pull their owners towards the front door where they can get a lapful of water and a biscuit.

Carrie O’Brien, her daughter Coco and family friend Nancy Peterson had walked down Orange Avenue to the café where their chocolate lab Copa wanted to make a stop. The O’Briens usually have coffee and a muffin at Café 1134 almost every day. Carrie O’Brien said she often runs into her friends there and they get a chance to catch up. “It’s a mile from our house we run here, people who know us look for us here in the morning. It’s part of our morning routine. I order a double macchiato. They’re good at knowing the regulars, they know what we order,” she said.

Coco O’Brien, who works at Geppetto’s two doors down, often gets a quiche for lunch and she switches between the Veggie and Lorraine.

Navy Federal Credit Union will be having a grand opening of their newest branch serving the San Diego community on Friday, Dec. 21 at 11 a.m. This new location is Navy Federal’s 327th branch world-wide and Navy Federal’s 28th branch serving San Diego.

Sharp Coronado Hospital is holding a free community gardening class and special food tasting event on Monday, Jan. 7 at 8:30 a.m.

As the final holiday shopping and shipping days approach, the Police Department would like to remind our residents to ship safely. Don’t give a thief the opportunity to steal a package from your front porch.