For many millennia, the fates and fortunes of humans and horses have been intimately intertwined. Exactly when Homo sapiens domesticated the first of these superb animals has been the subject of much debate and scientific study, but that occurrence dates to at least 2,000 B.C. Humans harnessed horses for use in agriculture and ranching, transportation, sport, warfare, pleasure … [Read more...] about An Equine Paradise By the Sea
Big Sur’s Lasting Legacy
The River Inn Celebrates 90 Years
The big green road sign on Highway 1 just south of Carmel reads "Big Sur—26 miles." But in popular parlance, this entire stretch of craggy California coastline south to San Simeon is collectively known by that moniker. Nearly everyone who experiences the region's breathtaking beauty comes away enthralled, and a piece of Big Sur remains with them. The people here are renowned … [Read more...] about Big Sur’s Lasting Legacy
All About That Bass
The Monterey Jazz Festival at 67
The 67th Monterey Jazz Festival (MJF) will feature two top-tier bassists this year. Stanley Clarke is a groundbreaking artist who played a seminal role in the creation of a new musical genre in the 1970s. Kyle Eastwood is a leader of a later generation of player/composers who is also charting new paths in jazz. Stanley Clarke A Philadelphia son, young Clarke was … [Read more...] about All About That Bass
Flying Under the Radar
Guitarist John Beland's Star-Studded Career
He's quite possibly the most famous musician you've never heard of. A newly minted Pebble Beach resident, John Beland has lent his guitar and vocal chops to countless recordings and live performances. A conversation with him is liberally peppered with a plethora of mid- to late-20th century musical household names such as Arlo Guthrie, Ricky Nelson, Rita Coolidge, Glen Frey, … [Read more...] about Flying Under the Radar
Dress to Impress
A Consummate Carmel Shopping Experience at Khaki's Men's Clothier
The most frequently traveled route into downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea is via Ocean Avenue west from Highway 1. And the first thing visitors see upon entering town is a white, exquisitely landscaped building on the corner of Ocean and Junipero. The store's windows are an ever-changing riot of color and style, a statement that subtly and tastefully says, "Welcome to Carmel." This … [Read more...] about Dress to Impress