Travel Tips From Monterey Locals
Who knows Monterey County best? Locals do! That's why we asked restaurant owners, winemakers, artists, musicians, entrepreneurs and community members who call this place home what they love most about Monterey County. Inside Monterey highlights favorite local spots to eat, shop, drink and explore outdoors. Get the inside scoop and start adding these local favorites to your next itinerary.
Ep. 20: Kevin Wasbauer, Shearwater Sailing
Kevin Wasbauer is a seasoned sailor with a deep passion for the ocean. After a successful early career in competitive sailing, Kevin returned to his maritime roots by founding Shearwater Sailing. His charters offer local trips in Monterey Bay and adventurous offshore voyages along the California coast.
Ep. 19 Evan Loewy, Other Brother Beer Co.
Meet Evan Loewy, the creative mind behind Other Beer Co. Get the inside scoop on the stories behind each beer, his fresh approach to crafting brews, and what makes Other Beer Co. unique.
Ep. 16 Colleen Talty, Monterey Bay Whale Watch
Meet Colleen Talty, a marine biologist and Monterey local who leads informative tours with Monterey Bay Whale Watch. Join us to get an inside look at the seasonal migration of gray whales, as well as many other whales and dolphins in Monterey Bay. If you're interested in whale watching to see whales, dolphins, otters and more, visit Whale Watching in Monterey County, California.
Ep. 15: Nathan Sambar, Monterey GlassWorks
Meet Nathan Sambar, the owner/founder & head glass blower for Monterey GlassWorks, a space for learning and creating for glass artists, visitors and the community. Join us for an inside look at the glass-blowing process and see the beautiful products Nathan and his team have made. If you're interested in trying glass blowing yourself, visit Monterey GlassWorks to learn more.
Ep. 14: Mike Scattini, Scattini Family Farms
Meet Mike Scattini, a 4th-generation farmer born and raised in Salinas, CA, with deep roots in farming in Monterey County. Scattini Family Farms in Castroville grows a variety of row crops spanning 3,000+ acres. Their rich soil, along with Monterey County's cool, coastal microclimate, creates the perfect growing environment for -specifically for the Original California Artichoke.
Ep. 13: Mayson Bothwell, Miss California Rodeo Salinas
Meet Mayson Bothwell, Miss California Rodeo Salinas 2022. The King City native comes from a 5th-generation California family with deep ranching roots. The Salinas Rodeo is a 113-year-old tradition in Monterey County, consisting of professional rodeo events, food (don't miss the churros) and more.
Inside Monterey with Crystal Libby, Corporate Trainer & LGBTQIA+ Activist
Inside Monterey with Ashley Wolff, Owner of Jeju Kitchen
Inside Monterey with Lisa Josephs, Archivist at the National Steinbeck Center
Inside Monterey with Monterey Bay Half Marathon Runner, Marc Rodriguez
Inside Monterey with Dan and Amy Sheehan of Good Vibez Presents
Inside Monterey with Tim Jackson, Artistic Director at Monterey Jazz Festival
Inside Monterey with DJ Luna, DJ at Pearl Hour
Inside Monterey with Michelle Lee of Michelle Kneads Dough
Inside Monterey with John Carr of the Sea Otter Classic
Inside Monterey with Jane Hayes of Monterey Farms
Inside Monterey with Darryl Choates of Deja Blue Soul Food Restaurant and Club
Inside Monterey with Chris Devers, CEO of local non-profit Rancho Cielo
Inside Monterey with Justin Cogley of Aubergine Restaurant
Inside Monterey with Kari Bernardi, Big Sur Food & Wine Festival
Inside Monterey with Norm Groot of the Farm Bureau
Inside Monterey with Chad Silacci of Rustiqué Wines
Inside Monterey with Chanterria McGilbra of Prancing Ponies Foundation
