April 26, 2023 – The tri-county tri-tip capital has a capital of its own. For those not baptized in barbecue sauce, the Monterey Bay area’s tri-tip capital is Hollister. And the tried-and-t...
Pop quiz-by-the-sea: How many small cities in the country can claim as many restaurants per capita as Carmel? Correct answer: zero, a fact that helped inspire Carmel-by-the-Sea Culinary Week, n...
April 26, 2024 – One of the most focused of the wine competitions that I get to judge, this one is only open to wines made from the Sierra Foothills AVA, which includes Amador, Calaveras, El Do...
April 23, 2024 – If you live in the Monterey Bay area, you’re likely aware there is fungus among us. From the mushroom farms of Half Moon Bay to the array of wild species that can be found in...
April 23, 2024 – A pearl of an oyster operation is preparing to shine. Oystertown—from the same chef behind popular Poppy Hall in Pacific Grove—is taking over the former Lilify space on ...
April 19, 2024 – Reasonable eaters can agree hunger is the best sauce. A staff that’s having a blast, though, is a great sort of seasoning. Both come into play with the Evil Wings food tr...
April 19, 2024 – The end of the winter rains is exciting, just as was the beginning. We have so much to be thankful for, including two good water years in a row. Spring marks the beginning of a...
April 16, 2024 – Carmel Valley Ranch is putting a new emphasis on its culinary program, revamping its flagship Valley Kitchen restaurant with a new look, a new chef and an all-new menu that tak...
Salt is fundamental to life on earth. It’s a core component in geology and in the human body, and it is present in almost all of the water on the planet. For Carlo Overhulser, his life basicall...
April 15, 2024 – It’s not a small thing to take over a historic business. It requires guts and courage, knowingly jumping into a position where you probably can’t please everyone. But chef ...