Fall 2023

W H A T ’ S I N S I D E FALL 2023 IN EVERY ISSUE 44 Publisher’s Note By Steve Snider 48 Behind the Spotlight By Dina Ruiz 50 Dog Tales By Mark Oman 54 Artist Profile Ben Anderson 56 Musician Profile Miranda Pearl 58 Hospitality Profile Ian Penniman 86 Working Dogs Billie and Poppy 182 Peninsula Scene A Veritable Who’s Where of Events Around the Monterey Peninsula SHORTCUTS 62 Carmel Confidential 66 Local Tequila Business Begins a New Chapter 68 October Fundraiser Supports Families in Difficult Times 70 Record-Breaking Sale of Carmel’s Most Iconic Home 72 Handcrafted Sleepwear Ensures Sweet Dreams 74 Equine Nonprofit Expands to Meet the Moment 76 Local Health System Inspires Healing Through Art 78 Photographer Brings Global Images to Local Audiences 80 Drive Carmel Trains Students to Stay Safe and Aware 82 Senegal Midwifery Program is a True Labor of Love 84 Heal Together Fosters Hope in Challenging Times FOOD ANDWINE 162 Gourmet Profile Michael Chang 168 Food for Thought A New Direction for the Restaurant at Carmel Mission Inn; Stamenov Takes the Helm at Cella; Cantinetta Luca Chef Becomes Owner 90 Photo: Annemone Taake