Chef Dutertre greeting a guest
Fine Frech Dining at
Monterey
Bistro Moulin
John Steinbeck’s tome Cannery Row describes a vibrant scene where cannery workers rub shoulders with marine biologists and the ladies of the night entertain the locals. Today in this spot sits a world class aquarium and a bustling array of shops, hotels and restaurants. On one street up the hill lies three notable eateries on a twoblock stretch. One is The Whaling Station, long owned by television personality John Pisto and known for its prime steaks. The second one is The Sardine Factory, owned by fellow Supreme Knight Ted Balistreri and renowned for its extensive wine cellar, elegant dining and vibrant piano bar. The third eatery, just a bit further down the street, is Bistro Moulin. An intimate French restaurant owned by Knight Didier Duterte and Gentle Lady Colleen Duterte. Chef Duterte came to the United States from Normandy at the invitation of the owner of Casanova restaurant in Carmel. Chef worked at this popular location for well over a decade and developed a strong following of patrons. This chef/sommelier, husband and wife team, has hosted us several times over the past few years at Bistro Moulin. Sommelier Colleen’s passion for French wines shines through in her presentation as we enjoyed lively pairing of regional French food with wines from the corresponding region. This year, if it that is possible, it was made better still with a pair of wine distributors hosting a tasting of an array of French wines before our dinner. We bought out the house and required proof of vaccination for all involved thus insuring a safe reentry to indoor dining. Also on the calendar is the always spectacular Pier Party at Stillwater Cove. Pebble Beach is the location for this premier event to be held on sunny October 17th. Following that will be our Grand Assemblage on November the 13th at Pasadera Golf Club. It is sure to be extra special as we raise several well-deserving members to the highest designation in our Order. We hope you will all consider joining us!
Frank and Sherry Williams awaiting the first course
By Rich Kehoe 4
The Arbor
