DINING
Another place to dig a little deeper into the agricultural history of the area is the National Steinbeck Center’s Rabobank Agriculture Museum, which provides facts and figures in a fun and interesting setting. A handful of farms and processing facilities also offer tours where visitors can see specifically how vegetables are cultivated and prepared. Most of these tours require reservations; others are available during seasonal special events.
A Squid by Any Other Name... Squid is common in the waters off Monterey Bay. On a busy night, there might be a dozen boats on the bay, trolling for these giant cephalopods. Much of the local catch goes to Japan. Some is sent to fish markets in San Francisco. A decent amount of the squid stays right here in Monterey, heading to local restaurants to be used in fried calamari and squid salads. Properly prepared, squid is tender yet firm—a pure white patty with a simple flavor. Perhaps no fish is more representative of Monterey Bay.
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PAC I F I C ’ S E D G E dinne r se rve d thur sday through monday 4 mile s south of carme l on highway one 831 622 5445 831 620 1234 highlandsinn.hyatt.com pacificsedge.com
Large Parties Welcome Banquet Room Children’s Menu Carry Out • Full Bar
655-0324 Seafood abundance in Monterey Bay
Lunch -11:30am to 3:30pm Dinner - 3:30pm to 9:00pm
1199 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove www.tasecafebistro.com
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