Carmel is well known as an under-the-radar place where movie stars can come to relax. It's a place where the civilians are inured to their luminous presence and are more likely to respect their privacy. Some established Hollywood celebrities even take the step of turning their backs on Southern California and choosing this as their primary place of residence. Think Doris … [Read more...] about Eva Augustina Sinotte
Lifestyle
Beyond “The Bachelor”
Chris Harrison Advocates for Youth Mental Health
Television host Chris Harrison, best known for ABC's "The Bachelor," "The Bachelorette," and the resulting spin-offs, emceed a fundraiser for Carmel-based nonprofit AIM Youth Mental Health during Car Week in August in Pebble Beach. The gala raised just under $800,000 for "innovative and promising research to find better treatments and cures for youth struggling with their … [Read more...] about Beyond “The Bachelor”
A Living History
The Carmel Mission Evolves While Honoring the Past
Father Paul Murphy, pastor at Carmel Mission, stands in the renovated Quadrangle Courtyard of the Mission known as Mission San Carlos Borromeo del Río Carmelo, a campus of 22 acres, 11 historic structures, the first headquarters of the Alta California mission system, founded almost 250 years ago in 1771 by Fr. Junípero Serra. The Carmel Mission is the repository of exquisite … [Read more...] about A Living History
In the Lap of Luxury
A Guide for Peninsula Pet Pampering
Say you're a dog, and you find yourself visiting the Monterey Peninsula. Well hold onto your harness, 'cause you're about to be one cared for canine! Make no bones about it, this is paws-down the best place to be a dog. With pet amenities as far as the frisbee-tracking eye can see, you're sure to find your happy place here. By no means an exhaustive list, here are some … [Read more...] about In the Lap of Luxury
Sentimental Journey
Personal Tributes to the Magic of Doris Day
On May 13th this year, the world lost an icon, a huge Hollywood star, chart-topping chanteuse, feminist force, animal rights pioneer, and international sensation. And the Peninsula lost a local. Worldwide, news of Doris Day's passing at 97 brought forth myriad tributes from celebrities, friends and fans, and a flurry of articles detailing her illustrious career as a big … [Read more...] about Sentimental Journey