Merenda in Oceanside with Proprietors Aaron Crossland and Lauren Crossland-Marr. Participating in Swell Plates. Part 1

“Merenda is a neighborhood wine bar and retail wine shop in south Oceanside. The Kitchen cooks with what’s local to the area and takes cues from the mediterranean, serving mezze-style plates and handmade pasta. The wine list highlights small producers, grower champagne, orange wines and chilled reds that feel right by the coast. Merenda is relaxed, flavorful, and meant to be shared.”Merenda is one of the participating restaurants in the upcoming 2nd Annual Swell Plates series in Oceanside running from January 14th to February 11th. Merenda’s featured item is a classic jambon-beurre paired with a responsibly made Grüner Veltliner. “Inspired by everyday rituals highlighted in Oceanside Museum of Art’s Future Rituals, the pairing celebrates simple ingredients and Oceanside’s creative community traditions.”Owners Aaron Crossland and Lauren Crossland-Marr join us uncorking all that is Merenda Wine Bar.