Author: Leslie Chavez

As the Marketing Manager at Monterey County Convention & Visitors Bureau, Leslie develops integrated brand and content marketing initiatives to promote all that Monterey County has to offer. In her free time you can find her exploring the many hiking trails throughout the county, enjoying the beautiful ocean views, and exploring the amazing culinary scene.

Black-Owned Businesses in Monterey County

Monterey County is made up of a large community of diverse, family-owned businesses including a variety of Black-owned businesses. If you are committed to supporting Black-owned businesses, we’ve rounded up a few awesome...

AAPI-Owned Businesses to Support in Monterey County

May is Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month, an opportunity to celebrate the generations of Asian American and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) who have enriched Monterey County’s history and are influential in its future...

Inside Monterey with Jane Hayes of Monterey Farms

Who knows Monterey best? Locals do. We asked locals what they love most about Monterey County. Whether you’re a resident looking for new spots or a visitor looking for some local gems, meet our Monterey locals and hear...

Who knows Monterey best? Locals do! Whether you’re a resident looking for new spots or a visitor looking for some local gems, meet our Monterey locals and hear their recommendations of the best things to do in the...

Inside Monterey with Chris Devers, CEO of local non-profit Rancho Cielo

Who knows Monterey best? Locals do! Whether you’re a resident looking for new spots or a visitor looking for some local gems, meet our Monterey locals and hear their recommendations of the best things to do in the...

Inside Monterey with Justin Cogley of Aubergine Restaurant

Who knows Monterey best? Locals do! Whether you’re a resident looking for new spots or a visitor looking for some local gems, meet our Monterey locals and hear their recommendations of the best things to do in the...

Cheers! Holiday Cocktails Around Monterey County

Looking for a holiday-inspired cocktail in Monterey County? Here are some of our favorite sips to indulge in during this festive season. Pebble Beach Pebble Beach Resorts has plenty of seasonal cocktails to choose from,...

Inside Monterey with Kari Bernardi, Big Sur Food & Wine Festival

Who knows Monterey best? Locals do. We asked locals what they love most about Monterey County. Whether you’re a resident looking for new spots or a visitor looking for some local gems, meet our Monterey locals and hear...

Inside Monterey with Norm Groot of the Farm Bureau

Who knows Monterey best? Locals do. We asked locals what they love most about Monterey County. Whether you’re a resident looking for new spots or a visitor looking for some local gems, meet our Monterey locals and hear...

Inside Monterey with Chad Silacci of Rustiqué Wines

Who knows Monterey County best? Locals do! That’s why we asked restaurant owners, wine makers, artists, musicians, entrepreneurs, and community members that call this place home what they love most about Monterey County!...

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