Humboldt Pie (If You Go...)

What to Do Hum-Boats Sailing, Canoe & Kayak CenterFoot of "F"Dock

Woodley Island, Eureka

(707) 443-5151

Treat yourself to a tour around Humboldt Bay. Rentals, lessons and bird and eco-tours are available from naturalist Capt. Jay Dottle. Observe oyster farms, egret rookeries and the Indian Island refuge.

Loleta Cheese Factory252 Loleta Dr.

(707) 733-5470

Complimentary tastings of outstanding cheeses like jalapeño jack and smoked salmon chedder. Watch cheese being made or relax in the landscaped herb garden.

Where to Stay

The Gingerbread Mansion

400 Berding St., Ferndale

(800) 952-4136

A lavish Queen Anne style Victorian with clawfoot bathtubs, afternoon tea, and gourmet breakfasts.

www.gingerbread-mansion.com

Carter House

301 L St., Eureka

(800) 404-1390

Room rates $138--$497

An enclave of Victorians on Humboldt Bay. Marble fireplaces and jacuzzis in some rooms and complimentary afternoon wine and hors d'oeuvres.

Where to Eat

Hurricane Kate's

511 Second St., Eureka

(707) 444-1405

Lunch and dinner, closed Monday & Tuesday

A creative, eclectic menu that changes frequently and features world fusion cuisine, wood-fired specialties, and signature cocktails. Trèsyum.

Restaurant 301

in the Carter House Hotel

301 L St., Eureka

(800) 404-1390

Dinner

Award-winning wine list is staggering in scope. Menu features produce and herbs grown in the hotel gardens, plus Humboldt oysters and seasonal specialties.

Jambalaya

915 H St., Arcata Plaza

(707) 822-4766

Dinner, closed Mondays

Seasonal American bistro cuisine. House-made pasta, Harris Ranch steak, and sublime seafood.

Abruzzi

Dinner nightly

791 8th St., Arcata

(707) 826-2376

Contemporary Italian cuisine. Breads and pasta are house-made. Tasty updates of classic dishes like saltimbocca and carbonara.

Curley's Grill

460 Main St., Eureka

(707) 786-9696

Lunch and dinner daily

California cuisine from cheeseburgers to exotic fish specialties. Located in the Victorian Inn.