La Bahia Restaurant at 675 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey now offers both in-person and drop-off catering! Call us at 831-884-5269 for a quote. We have a variety of packages available.

In-Person Catering

With in-person catering, our staff comes to you, grilling everything up fresh onsite.

Choose from the Bahia Package (street and quesabirria tacos - carne asada, chicken, al pastor, birria), the Deluxe Package (jeezy shrimp and quesabirria tacos), the Birria Package (quesabirria tacos), or the Carbon Package (street and quesabirria tacos - carne asada, chicken, birria).

Drop-Off Catering

With drop-off catering, all you have to do is place your order and we'll drop off the prepared ingredients at your venue of choice where your guests can assemble their own plates.

Choose from a Taco Bar (carne asada, chicken, al pastor), a Flautas Bar (chicken or beef), a Sopes Bar (carne asada, al pastor, or chicken), a Fajita Bar (chicken or steak), or Burrito Bowls (carne asada, al pastor, or chicken).

Cannabidiol (CBD) continues to prove its value in recreation, science, and medicine. This all-encompassing natural extract helps us learn about and connect deeper with our bodies, inspiring us to make more informed choices about our health and well-being. This blog will explore how research on CBD therapy pervades common knowledge to uncover a part of the human body that, generally, has remained unseen and unstudied: the endocannabinoid system (ECS). Consider this your endocannabinoid system for dummies guide for answers to all your ECS questions.

What is the endocannabinoid system?

The endocannabinoid system is your body’s balance hub. This complex signal system regulates essential bodily functions: sleep/wake cycle, mood, appetite, immune response, and pain management. Its role is to find and maintain homeostasis. You can think of it like a switchboard in your body that routes incoming signals from the environment to the various internal systems that manage the functions above. Your endocannabinoid system harmonizes these physiological processes to keep you feeling your best.

So, how does the endocannabinoid system work?

Your body’s ECS consists of endocannabinoids, enzymes, and receptors.

Endocannabinoids

Endocannabinoids are compounds your body naturally produces. These compounds carry messages from the environment (light, sound, physical touch, pain, and stress), subsequently transmitted through the ECS receptors to the appropriate system for processing.

Receptors

There are two types of receptors: CB1 and CB2. One cool thing about your endocannabinoid system is that it stretches across your upper body. CB1 receptors reside in the brain and central nervous system. Conversely, CB2 receptors are concentrated in the immune and peripheral nervous systems.

Enzymes

After the endocannabinoids transfer their signals to CB1 or CB2 receptors, proteins called enzymes break down the endocannabinoids to keep the ECS balanced, clean, and functional.

Your endocannabinoid system’s best friends

As the balance conductor for the rest of your body, endocannabinoids, receptors, and enzymes work together to calibrate oncoming stress, pain, and hormonal imbalances. Your endocannabinoid system allows powerful natural remedies, such as cannabidiol (CBD), to talk to your body and maneuver its responses to deliver holistic therapeutic effects. So now that you know the ECS is the conduit your body uses to receive messages from the environment, what can you do to best support it?

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Epicenter Cycling is having our biggest bike sale in 15 years! Visit our Monterey store at 230 Lighthouse Avenue, where you can save up to 40% off Trek and Electra bicycles.

Monterey Core Fitness is excited to announce that we're now offering two different strength training classes for women to accommodate all fitness levels. Whether you’re just starting your fitness journey or looking to challenge yourself, we’ve got you covered!

Come join us at 191 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey. Learn more about our studio and register on our website.

Level 1

Perfect for beginners or anyone who prefers a slower approach, this class focuses on building a strong foundation. We’ll work on a variety of muscles, both upper and lower body, to help you build strength and stability at a comfortable pace.

Whether you’re new to fitness or seeking a balanced, full-body workout, this class will help you gain confidence and develop proper techniques.

Level 2

For those looking to push their limits, our classic Strength Training class has been renamed Level 2, keeping the same format you know and love. This class offers a more advanced, targeted approach to strength training. With a focus on specific muscle groups, such as chest and triceps, you’ll refine your technique and work on building muscle definition.

Ideal for those aiming for more precision and intensity, this class will help take your fitness to the next level.

Artist Mai Ryuno, owner of Play Full Ground studio at 550 Lighthouse Avenue, Suite E in Monterey, is offering introductory workshops for people to explore their creativity through drawing, photography, or video. Get more information and register here.

What's the Focus of the Workshops?

Mai has chosen drawing, photography, and video as mediums for you to experiment with ideas, create visual storytelling, and learn about yourself. She wants to empower you to embrace your uniqueness and express yourself with confidence. These introductory workshops allow you to explore different mediums, create quick and creative work, and learn about the endless possibilities of art and storytelling.

Who Are These Workshops For?

These workshops are for anyone and everyone! They will be especially beneficial if you are: living a routine life and wanting to spark joy in everyday life, are not knowing what you want to do, or are looking for a community that prioritizes freedom and kindness. No prior artistic experience is necessary.

Do I Need Any Special Equipment or Knowledge?

There is no need for fancy tools and techniques - what you have is enough for your journey of artistic discovery and exploration. To begin, just bring yourself and your unique perspective.

About Mai Ryuno

Mai Ryuno is an interdisciplinary, performance, and installation artist and educator whose work is inspired by everyday life activities. Since 2008, she's taught visual art and community development at institutions of higher education: being a professor at Hartnell College, Monterey Peninsula College, an assistant director and visiting faculty for youth and adult programs at San Francisco Art Institute, and a lead instructor at Center for Cities + Schools, UC Berkeley.

Did you know that Alma del Mar carries all-natural soap handmade at the shop? The most popular new scents include Coconilla (vanilla and coconut), Honey Almond, and Dude Soap (which does not smell of pizza, beer, and old socks, but rather patchouli, cedar wood, and tobacco).

All bar soaps are cold processed and contain essential oils. Visit Alma del Mar to see our selection, 269 Bonifacio Place in Downtown Old Monterey.

About Alma del Mar

Alma del Mar is a retail shop featuring eco-friendly cleaning and body care products, surfing gear, and beach essentials. Proceeds from all sales benefit The Wahine Project, which seeks to give a diversity of youth access to ocean sports and develop in them a sense of social responsibility and environmental stewardship.