Off the Menu: Unassuming Taqueria Del Mar Is One of the Best-Kept Secrets on Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey
by Raul N.
Monterey Herald, 02/01/12

Branching Out: Mrs. DeLish's
by Raul N.
Monterey Herald, 02/01/12

Quickbites: Amir's Kabob House
by Mark C Anderson
Monterey County Weekly, 02/02/12]]> http://www.masharaqs.com /><br />There are no additional charges for the entertainment beyond our regular menu prices. The performance will be in two sets, the first begins at 7pm and the second begins at 8pm.&#160; For reservations, please phone 831-372-3720.]]> http://www.masharaqs.com /><br />There are no additional charges for the entertainment beyond our regular menu prices. The performance will be in two sets, the first begins at 7pm and the second begins at 8pm.&#160; For reservations, please phone 831-372-3720.]]> http://www.masharaqs.com /><br />There are no additional charges for the entertainment beyond our regular menu prices. The performance will be in two sets, the first begins at 7pm and the second begins at 8pm.&#160; For reservations, please phone 831-372-3720.]]> http://www.masharaqs.com /><br />There are no additional charges for the entertainment beyond our regular menu prices. The performance will be in two sets, the first begins at 7pm and the second begins at 8pm.&#160; For reservations, please phone 831-372-3720.]]> http://www.masharaqs.com /><br />There are no additional charges for the entertainment beyond our regular menu prices. The performance will be in two sets, the first begins at 7pm and the second begins at 8pm.&#160; For reservations, please phone 831-372-3720.]]> http://www.masharaqs.com /><br />There are no additional charges for the entertainment beyond our regular menu prices. The performance will be in two sets, the first begins at 7pm and the second begins at 8pm.&#160; For reservations, please phone 831-372-3720.]]> http://www.masharaqs.com /><br />There are no additional charges for the entertainment beyond our regular menu prices. The performance will be in two sets, the first begins at 7pm and the second begins at 8pm.&#160; For reservations, please phone 831-372-3720.]]> http://www.masharaqs.com /><br />There are no additional charges for the entertainment beyond our regular menu prices. The performance will be in two sets, the first begins at 7pm and the second begins at 8pm.&#160; For reservations, please phone 831-372-3720.]]> Monterey Bay Aquarium is pleased to announce that we're now offering gift cards, which can purchase admission tickets, membership, and Aquarium Adventures, and can be used in our restaurant and stores. Cards are available at the Aquarium or by calling 866-963-9645.]]> and Safeway's Waterfront Bistro Lounge, and encounter new surprises. In addition, a silent auction benefiting the Aquarium's Seafood Watch program will feature outstanding culinary adventures, great wines and many one-of-a-kind items. Admission ticket includes a souvenir wineglass and an event program with recipes from participating chefs.<br /><br />Cost is $155 for the general public, and $125 for Aquarium members. <a href="http://www.montereybayaquarium.org/vi/vi_events/cooking/default.aspx">For more details and to purchase tickets, please click here.</a>]]> Monterey Bay Aquarium invites you to join us for our 11th annual Cooking for Solutions weekend, May 18-20, 2012. It's three amazing days with something for everyone, featuring more than 20 celebrity chefs, 75, restaurants, and 60 wineries! With guests such as Alton Brown, Carla Hall, Rick Bayless, Alexandra Guarnaschelli, and our honored chef of the year, Michael Nischan, it's sure to be an unforgettable celebration.

To see a complete schedule of events and additional information, please click here. Aquarium members may now purchase tickets. All others may purchase tickets beginning February 13.]]> Sahara Sun Tanning and enjoy some great deals! In the month of February, we have several specials from which to choose:

*One Month All-Inclusive Service for only $79.95
includes all regular tan beds, Njoy, Ultra Bronze, and Mystic Tanning

*Three Months of Unlimited Regular Tanning for only $99.95
includes unlimited regular and stand-up tanning

*One Month of Unlimited Regular Tanning for only $39.95

*Purchase 3 Mystic Tanning Sessions for only $59.95

*Purchase 3 Njoy or Ultra Bronze Sessions for only $39.95

*Purchase 12 Regular Tanning Sessions for only $49.95

For more information and to make an appointment, please phone Sahara Sun Tanning at 831-375-9584.]]> The Cat's Meow is on the prowl! We're happy to announce that we've moved our boutique down the street! We've just opened our doors at 601 Lighthouse Avenue in New Monterey, right next to Good Stuff and The Bulldog British Pub.

Stop by and see our fantastic new shop! Just say "sass" and receive 10% off your purchase.

Cat's Meow specializes in vintage inspired clothing, shoes, and accessories and featuring indie, retro, and rockabilly clothing from independent designers. We put the sass in class.]]> Henry's BBQ in the Lighthouse District is pleased to announce that all day on Mondays we're now offering a discount for military personnel on active duty! Just show your ID on Monday and receive 10% off your bill (excluding alcohol). This offer is valid for dining in or take out orders. For more information, please phone Henry's at 831-646-6999.]]> Monterey County Film Commission was created by the Monterey County Board of Supervisors. But the non-profit organization’s funds from the county provide only a portion of its budget each year, so additional support from cities, grants, businesses, and individuals are critical.

For the past 21 years, the film commission's largest annual fundraiser has been a glamorous gala in a ballroom, celebrating the Academy Awards. This year the commission is doing a different fundraising appeal, inviting local residents to "Stay Home with Oscar," tuning into the February 26 broadcast on their televisions in the comfort of their own homes while still supporting the Film Commission.

Rather than incurring the costs of a gown, tuxedo, taxi, dinner tickets and silent auction items, supporters are asked to donate $100-$250 to the Film Commission, providing more direct funds to the non-profit, plus a greater tax-deductible benefit to donors.

In return, contributors can receive all sorts of fun thank-you gifts and will be entered into a drawing for a movie-themed basket of goodies including a magnum of Cima Collina wine, a two-night stay at Monterey’s Hotel Pacific, and more.

For more information on the "Stay Home with Oscar" fundraising campaign and to donate to the Monterey County Film Commission, please contact the office at 831-646-0910.]]> The Monterey County Film Commission's Film Student Scholarship & Award Program has just increased this year's award from $1,000 to $2,000, thanks to private donations and funding from the Monterey International Pop Festival Foundation.

Applications for the fifth annual scholarship program are being accepted until Feb. 17, 2012. The $2,000 award winner (or two $1,000 winners, if the prize is split) will be announced March 31. Eligibility information and application forms may be downloaded at MCFC's website. For more information, please contact the film commission office at 831-646-0910.]]>