Fresh Catch in Monterey
Jacks at The Portola Hotel & Spa, located in the heart of downtown Monterey adjacent to Fisherman’s Wharf, is pleased to announce a new concept and menu centered on fresh California coastal fare using local and sustainable ingredients. Created by Executive Chef Jason Giles, the menu reflects an ongoing dedication to the local environment and represents up to a dozen purveyors at any given time.
“Monterey County is incredibly bountiful and we wanted Jacks to represent the land and sea around us,” said Giles. “Our goal was to provide residents and guests with the finest and freshest local cuisine on the Central Coast whether it’s in-season sustainably grown regional produce, Harris Ranch’s 100 percent naturally raised beef or seafood chosen in support of the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s ‘Seafood Watch’ program.”
Jacks uses a variety of sustainably-sourced, organic and seasonal ingredients from purveyors within 100 miles of Portola Hotel & Spa, including Harris Ranch’s 100 percent naturally raised beef; fair trade and organic coffees and teas from Peerless Coffee, a proud family-owned business that has been roasting in Northern California for the last 86 years; and handcrafted drafts from neighboring PeterB’s — the Monterey Peninsula’s only brewpub. California is renowned for its wine growing regions and the wine list at Jacks is representative of the full-bodied Chardonnays and complex Pinot Noirs produced in Monterey County. The hotel and restaurant are also ardent supporters of Monterey Bay Aquarium’s ‘Seafood Watch’ program, which leads the nation in promoting sustainable fishing practices.
“Portola Hotel & Spa has always been passionate about the environment and this year — as we aim to achieve Silver Level LEED Certification — we are extremely pleased that Jacks represents this same commitment to sustainability,” said Janine Chicourrat, general manager of the hotel. “Beyond their eco-consciousness, Chef Giles and his culinary team have artfully produced mouth watering meals that lend an authentic taste of Monterey.”
Located steps from Fisherman’s Wharf, celebrated as Monterey’s “Best Kept Secret,” Jacks at the Portola Hotel & Spa is truly a unique experience. The restaurant’s warm and welcoming atmosphere echoes Monterey’s charm and history while the menu offers a selection of local and regional specialties such as the Grilled Harris Ranch Tenderloin of Beef with Garlic Herb Whipped Potatoes & Blue Lake Beans ($32) and Pan Roasted Black Cod with Lemon Thyme Risotto & Baby Beets ($26).
Jacks offers complimentary valet for guests of the restaurant. For reservations, please visit www.OpenTable.com or call 831-649-2698.
Overlooking Monterey Bay, the Portola Hotel & Spa is a full-service hotel offering guests a rich, historical ambiance, with residential style and a dedicated staff to ensure an unparalleled guest experience. The hotel features 379 guest rooms — including 10 suites — ranging from 400 to 1,000 square feet. Inspired by the Monterey Peninsula’s surrounding landscape and nautical heritage, all guest rooms feature elegant wood furnishings, large bathrooms with separate vanity areas, white shuttered windows and high-speed Internet access. Many guest rooms offer private balconies with ocean, garden terrace or pool views. In compliance with LEED requirements all guest rooms are non smoking.
The Portola Hotel & Spa is home to Jacks restaurant and lounge and Peter B’s BrewPub, the Monterey Peninsula’s only micro-brewery. Both dining options feature menus based on fresh, local ingredients and offer outdoor patio dining. In addition, overnight guests have access to the hotel’s spa and fitness facilities, complete with steam room, sauna, outdoor pool and Jacuzzi. The newly renovated 6,000-square-foot Spa on the Plaza offers 10 treatment rooms — including a couple’s treatment room with soaking tub for two — and an extensive spa menu of signature treatments. The adjacent fitness center features the latest in Cybex cardiovascular and Nautilus resistance weight training equipment.
Located in historic downtown overlooking the Monterey Bay and the beautiful peninsula shoreline. Adjacent to Fisherman’s Wharf and the Marina, and is a short walk from historic Cannery Row and the world-renowned Monterey Bay Aquarium.
For more information, please visit www.portolahotel.com.
