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Six Outdoor Patios to checkout in Monterey Co.
Six Outdoor Patios to checkout in Monterey Co.

With 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.

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The Loving Procrastinator’s Guide to Valentine’s Day
The Loving Procrastinator’s Guide to Valentine’s Day

As 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!

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5 Great Places to Watch the Game - OUTDOORS
5 Great Places to Watch the Game - OUTDOORS

With 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!

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The Grapevine Express
The Grapevine Express

Nicole 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!

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7 Holiday Gift Ideas for That Someone Who Has Everything
7 Holiday Gift Ideas for That Someone Who Has Everything
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