A visit to the Dennis the Menace playground makes for a fantastic half-day. The playground is extensive, complete with a suspension bridge, a spine-smashing roller slide, and multiple jungle gym for kids of any age. Izzy went straight for the full merry-go-round, and I sat on it holding her while others made it spin. All the aerial hoop training was only for moments like this.
There are paddle boats across the pond, my random, secret favorite thing to do on any body of water when paddle boarding can't be done.
She's learned how to snap buckles this trip so she's trying on her own life jacket.
It's a giant boat. In the shape of a duck. Izzy is a long for the ride, but let's be honest, this one is more for me.
The next day starts bright and early, a race to the Monterey Bay Aquarium.
It's a huge hit with babies and big people alike, a beautiful living ocean,
and my personal favorite, iridescent jellies lit up like a dream.
Izzy love the fishies, there's a lot of pointing and high-voice monologues that no one understands.
For dinner we get Fujiyama, Salinas sushi vetted on Yelp.
Though they're mainly hibachi, they do make some decent sushi. The Sushi for Two is made for two who are ravenous, with a sampling of every kind of fish and a couple of basic rolls. I'm spoiled by the South Bay, but this platter is just fine for its price point.
It's not hibachi, but they make a delicious Chicken Katsu Don for the landlubber. The chicken has some savor, the egg pulls it all together, and it's all quite light and fluffy to flavor the bed of rice beneath.
A simple meal, and a meal I don't regret. I wouldn't go for the sushi again, as it may not be their forte, but the rolls look like fun, and I would try their hibachi anytime.
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