Launched in 1970 in response to oil spills, smog, pollution and other challenges, the initial presentation of Earth Day united 20 million Americans in rallies staged across the country. By the year 2000, 5,000 environmental groups in 184 nations led demonstrations designed to raise awareness and make a difference in the natural world. This year, […]

Longtime residents fondly remember Carmel’s legendary Mediterranean Market, and its spinoff spot in Monterey’s Del Monte Center. For decades, the Coniglio family’s classic delis served imported Italian grocery items and sandwiches heaped with high-quality toppings. Though the originals closed years ago, two members of the next generation have launched the latest iteration of this local […]

When summer sunshine beckons, few places are more enticing than coastal Monterey. Spectacular shoreline, punctuated by pretty parks and historic architecture, serves as an awe-inspiring backdrop for dining, shopping or simply strolling along the waterfront. Cannery Row parallels this part of the Monterey Bay, and it’s a great place to soak up the sun. Plus, […]

Traveling leads to priceless memories, whether you’re enjoying a quick day trip or a long, leisurely week away. Sometimes, however, we want to remember those adventures with more than great stories and some framed photos. In Monterey, boutiques and local retailers carry a wide range of mementos ranging from custom jewelry and California art to […]

Fans of Monterey County’s low-key cafes and white-tablecloth establishments know that local flavors headline menus of all types. Here, Salinas Valley produce and fish caught fresh from the Monterey Bay are among the top menu items. Wine lists spotlight reds and whites from some 85 Monterey County vintners and growers. On Cannery Row, restaurants with […]