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A legendary fishing boat, made famous by John Steinbeck, returns to Monterey Bay
A LITERARY STAR RETURNS HOME: Many real-world boats appear in books, adding to the excitement and adventure of the tale. Readers may long to view these vessels, with the understanding that, with the passage of time, such a wish may be impossible to fulfill. The decades take a toll, boats may find their way to permanent storage, be used for…
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Cioppino is a savory star at Monterey's free Festa Italia
Look for a cooking demo, and lots of great eats, at the 90th annual festival.
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Hankerings With Heart: Dip Into the Foods of the 2023 Artichoke Festival
We’ll have the artichoke fries, please.
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Monterey Bay Aquarium's ‘Shrimp Week' Is a Really Big Deal
Like, really big: The tiny crustaceans are receiving some outsized attention, and deservedly so, on the institution’s social pages.
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Mondo Mammals Make Merry Near Monterey as Whale Fans Party Onshore
An on-land lark pays homage to the epic icons of the ocean.
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Artichoke Lovers, This New Foodie Trail Has Plenty of Heart
The pull-apart, super-dippable icon is the star of a Monterey County map, one that takes eaters to ‘choke-tastic Castroville (and beyond).
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Cannery Row's New Attractions and Longtime Gems Draw Monterey Mavens
We’re marking the birthday of author John Steinbeck as February concludes, which puts a visit to this vibrant destination in our hearts and minds.
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The Artichoke Festival Reveals Its ‘Heart'-y Plans for 2023
The dates are set for the Monterey merriment, which has a tagline to remember: “Thistle Be Fun.”
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Monterey Merry: Enjoy ‘Christmas on the Wharf'
A glittering tree, pop-up performances, and other holiday happenings will festoon the ocean-close attraction during much of December.