Tis the season for holiday dinners, and whether you’re throwing a big bash for friends or hosting a cozy family get-together, you want menu items that impress. These six local chefs can help: Read on for their favorite holiday recipes, ranging from traditional staples to drinks that sparkle, and find out what these culinary experts appreciate most about the season. During the … [Read more...] about From Their Tables to Yours
A Perfect Place to Play
Seven-year-old Max Rosenblum is pretty excited about MY Museum’s new location. Why? “Well, there’s going to be some mini golf and a tractor. I’ve never been on a tractor,” he says. “And there’s all the art stuff.” Max and his little brother, Luke (who loves the museum’s bubble machine), have been MY Museum regulars for five years. Their mom, Lori, also is looking forward to the … [Read more...] about A Perfect Place to Play
A Concours by the Sea
Twenty-one years ago, while strolling along Carmel’s Ocean Avenue with his wife, Doug Freedman saw potential. “I said to Genie, ‘We need to put cars on these streets,’ ” he remembers. When the Atlanta resident floated the idea in 2001, city officials said it couldn’t be done. “But I believe that if you have a dream, you should pursue that dream—and we pursued and pursued,” … [Read more...] about A Concours by the Sea
A Green Thumb and a Generous Spirit
Ask Salinas Valley CEO Andy Matsui about his personal history, and he refers to a collection of newspaper clippings, magazine features and photographs showcasing his ventures with Matsui Nursery and the Matsui Foundation. Often, he also hands over a copy of the 2005 Po Bronson book, “Why Do I Love These People?” Sixteen pages of the book chronicle Matsui’s life, starting with … [Read more...] about A Green Thumb and a Generous Spirit
At Your Service
Guests at Carmel area restaurants are spoiled. Crisp, locally grown produce fills our plates throughout the year. Meat and seafood options come fresh from area farms and fishing boats. More than 41,000 acres of Monterey County grapes are crushed and made into wines that consistently earn acclaim, and the views at many restaurants—overlooking the Monterey Bay, Santa Lucia … [Read more...] about At Your Service