ISSUE 08

SPRING/Summer 2026

The Scenic Route

style and culture of the monterey peninsula and california coast

ISSUE 08Feat. Lucy Michel Pottery, Oscar-Winning Carmel Filmmakers, El Charrito's Local Legacy, and Profiles of Neighborly Love.

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These Documentaries Will Move You To Tears

The latest projects from Carmel Valley filmmakers Anna Richardson White and Conall Jones hit home.

Ceramics by Lucy Michel

Potter Lucy Michel Is Here to Stay

With a hot new Carmel shop—and a new home in Monterey—Lucy Michel is putting a sense of place in ceramics.

El Charrito

From Tienda to Table: How El Charrito Became a Local Institution

Four decades, one family, and a community’s favorite burrito define what it means to feed your neighbors.

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Ventana Big Sur Marks 50 Years of Luxury, Stillness, and Seclusion

From its Hollywood history to its modern reinvention, Ventana remains the best place to do (next to) nothing and love it.

Wine Guide

Partner Spotlights

2023 Petite Sirah

2023 Double L Vineyard Syrah

Corral Wine Co.

2022 Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

McBride Sisters Collection

2021 “The Great Escape” Reserve Chardonnay

Chalone Vineyard

2023 Chalone Reserve Chardonnay

Chez Noir Wine Club

Nanclares Y Prieto, 2024 ‘Dandelion’ Albariño

If you could spend a day on the Monterey Peninsula exactly as you wanted to, how would you spend it?

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BMF Candle Holder, Brushed Chrome, Set of 3

Cheetah No.3 Bandana

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WEDDING COLLECTION LAUNCH PARTY

You’re invited to the celebration of Home By Julie Brown’s latest collection drop of the season! Discover thoughtfully sourced specialty goods for elevated wedding gifting and unforgettable event décor at their shop.

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Saturday, July 25

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3646 The Barnyard, Unit D-21, Carmel

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