In Carmel.

Casanova Restaurant personifies the charm of Carmel-by-the-Sea.

Hand painted plates decorate the walls and the whole interior has an intensely Mediterranean look and feel.

The lighting is just so.

The wine selection is definitely Carmel-priced, as are the entrées:

Recommended, if your pocket book can handle it.

Snaps on the Panasonic G3 with the 14-45mm kit lens, and the iPhone 5.

Here’s the history of this lovely place: