In “Cannery Row,” arguably the most lyrical creation by America’s finest writer, John Steinbeck reserves some of his most evocative prose for a description of the Great Tide Pool at Point Pinos—that window into a microcosmic universe at the northernmost tip of the Monterey Peninsula, where Doc Ricketts used to gather specimens for his laboratory. “It is a fabulous place:when … [Read more...] about No Place Like Home
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A Sea of Contrasts
Gritty, stinky yet prosperous industrial district. Mythologized parable of post-World-War-II California life. Abandoned, rusty, dangerous no man’s land. World-famous tourist attraction with a curious mix of old and new, kitschy and classy, high tech and old school. That’s Cannery Row: a miasma of contrasts; a place with a dramatic past peopled with a cast of unique, … [Read more...] about A Sea of Contrasts
Table for Two
For some people, romance means a single red rose or a heart-felt poem. Others count on candy hearts and greeting cards to make their sweetheart swoon.And for some romantics, true love means a truly passionate display of emotion—rose petals on the bed, a custom-made diamond ring or words of devotion written in the sand for all to see. On Valentine’s Day, the sky is the … [Read more...] about Table for Two
From Their Tables to Yours
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
Breakfast of Champions
The Monterey Peninsula has long been known for its fabulous golf courses and the flashy tournaments played on them, but in recent years the area has developed another reputation in golf circles: a hotbed of junior talent. Local teens and tweens have been regularly making headlines on the state and national level, snagging prestigious trophies and earning scholarships to major … [Read more...] about Breakfast of Champions