I’ve often walked down Cannery Row and wondered if the tourists snapping photos of the bronze statues realize just how much the ground beneath their feet has shifted. Today, it’s all high-end hotels, breezy galleries, and the world-class Monterey Bay Aquarium. But if you could peel back the layers of paint and modern glass, you’d find a place that was, for a long time, defined by a smell so pungent it could apparently peel the paint off a house!
Read MoreMonterey Bay Food Tours maintains an inside track to our amazing food partners, from the terrific stops on our food tour to the folks who hand make the goodies in our giftable totes.
For the most treasured digital souvenir around, read on to discover a treasured recipe straight from one of the best restaurants in Monterey.
Read MoreDiscover new and old favorites up and down one of the prettiest downtowns in California with this list of top 6 restaurants in historic downtown Monterey.
Read MoreHas it been awhile since you experienced spring break in Monterey? Our dynamic city has changed so much in the last few years – it’s time you came back for a visit!
Read MoreThere are plenty of things to do while visiting Monterey and a lengthy checklist of stops for sightseeing in Carmel. However we want to remind you that sometimes some of the best things to do on your next vacation (other than a Monterey Bay Food Tour of course!) is to simply relax.
Read on to explore the various ways we love to recharge in Monterey, whether that’s one of the best Monterey hikes or a visit to some of the best spas in the Monterey area.
Read MoreAs California’s First City, Monterey holds a rich history inside of its many buildings and adobes. On our Monterey Bay Food Tours, we highlight how many of these first structures pulled double- or even triple-duty over the years as the city rapidly changed, existing as banks, jails, stores, and restaurants.
This blog will explore one of Monterey’s unique restaurants housed inside a historic building, giving you a fascinating (and maybe spooky!) appreciation for our culinary hot spots.
Monterey County nurtures an impressive array of native plants, including the delicious elderberry and elderflower. Have you ever sampled this tart berry and delicate edible flower?
Read MoreRestaurants in Carmel, Monterey, and on the Monterey Peninsula continue to wow diners with their terrific, local ingredients and internationally-renowned chefs.
If romantic fine dining is on your travel to-do list, continue reading to learn all about the most romantic restaurants in Monterey.
Read MoreIs there anything better than a date with a view? Choosing a date night in Monterey offers many exceptional places to soak it all in.
Read MoreBefore you travel to Monterey it’s important you know how to dress for the peculiar weather in this beautiful part of the world.
Read MoreWhale watching tours provide unforgettable memories and a unique way to enjoy our little slice of paradise. Read on to learn more about the ins and outs of a Monterey whale watching tour.
Read MorePlanning a vacation to the Monterey Peninsula but wish to maintain your resolutions? Monterey’s location in the Salad Bowl of the World makes for a delicious, satisfying, and nutritious vacation for those who like to eat healthy while traveling (or those who need a break from our yummy bread bowls!)
Read MoreThese 6 best breweries in Monterey highlight the spectrum of top-notch breweries available for hop snobs, beer newbies, and even those who prefer a non-alcoholic drink.
Read MoreThe next time you’re in Monterey, stop by one of these downtown spots for a pick-me-up. These spots offer delicious coffee, tea, and usually some pastries that are impossible to pass up.
Read MoreWith the days starting to feel more and more like spring, dining outside feels like a luxury at times. Not all patios are created equally, however, and we wanted to list a few of our favorites. We took into consideration the shelter from the wind, available heat lamps, views, and that little something extra that helps create those lasting memories.
Read MoreAs Cupid’s shadow looms over this week, poor, well-intentioned procrastinators have been awakened with a gripped panic as Valentine’s Day draws nearer. We see you, we hear you, and we have compiled an assortment of last minute ways to make your Valentine’s Day special!
Read MoreWith most of the world on hold while we wait for waves of Covid to pass us by, we've been looking for ways to feel like life is normal for just a bit. Luckily, the world of sports has kept turning and gives us an escape from the DIY crafts and Netflix we've been filling our time with.
For this week’s post we scouted around and found a handful of great locally owned restaurants with outdoor TV's. Get your jersey on and your air-five's warmed up, these five places are ranked in order of the number of TV's on their patios, with a bit of a surprise for the last one!
Read MoreNicole Estabrooks, MBFT Tour Leader
Monterey County hosts a large variety of vineyards, wineries and tasting rooms that attract wine lovers from all over. The Monterey Salinas Transit (MST) offers bus line 24, nicknamed the Grapevine Express, that follows a delightful route to your favorite tasting rooms!
Read MoreThere is oh so much more to bitters than just a name that might be a tad off putting. This week, we’re going to fill you in on some of the benefits to bitters, and why it’s so much more than just an add-on to some cocktails.
Read MoreIf you’re living in or visiting the Monterey Bay, we’ve compiled a list of a few (socially distant) activities you can look into for your celebration. Keep in mind, we are living in the world of COVID, and at the drop of a dime, things can change, or be canceled, or perhaps even opened up even further, although that last idea is more wishful thinking these days. Regardless, with safety matters at play, we trust the following events will survive through the weekend.
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