Old Monterey District Blog

Consider yourself a relatively good knitter, crocheter, or sewist? If so, please contact the owner of Slowfiber, Jaki, to harness that into deep discounts at Slowfiber.

If you buy fabric, a pattern, or yarn at Slowfiber at full price, finish the project within 3 weeks, and return it for display at the shop for a few months, you can receive a 25%-50% discount on your next purchase of fabric, pattern, or yarn. You retain ownership of the item (of course!) but Slowfiber gets to showcase its wares together with your skills in the store for a few months.

Slowfiber is located at 517B Hartnell Street in Downtown Old Monterey. Want more information? Please call Jaki at Slowfiber, 831-901-3168.

It’s time for Comanche Cellars' crowd favorite Pinot Noir Sale - stock up for the holidays! Our 2017 vintage sourced from Chareva Vineyards in Arroyo Seco is priced at $15 per bottle with a 6 bottle minimum purchase (reg. $38). Order online or purchase it at our wine tasting room located at 412 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey.

Spa on the Plaza is currently offering indoor and outdoor services including facials, massage, and waxing. Please phone us at 831-647-9000 to make your reservation. We look forward to seeing you soon! Spa on the Plaza is located at 201 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey.

As the largest spa on the Monterey Peninsula, Spa on the Plaza is committed to the safety of our guests. Contact is limited to 1-2 people and you will have private rooms. We have ten treatment rooms, two generous relaxation areas, and an outdoor pool and jacuzzi. This provides many options in order to maintain social distancing. In addition, all appointments are staggered by 30 minutes to limit contact.

Loco Moco is back on the menu at Alvarado Street Brewery and Grill! A Hawaiian delicacy and an Alvarado fan favorite, our Loco Moco consists of bacon fried rice, a Harris Ranch beef patty smothered in beer sausage gravy, and a fried egg placed triumphantly on top. You can even add some avocado if you wish.

Alvarado Street Brewery and Grill is located at 426 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey. We are now open for outdoor dining and take-out.

To help you get off to a good start with your holiday shopping list, Venture Gallery is offering 10% off all jewelry in the store for the entire month of November. Our handcrafted jewelry, made by a variety of local artists, ranges from elegant, traditional pieces your Mom would love to trendy items perfect for the teen on your list. We specialize in unique, wearable pieces.

Venture Gallery is open for in-store shopping Thursdays - Sundays, 10am-6pm, at 260 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey.

Rosine's Restaurant announces our new Happy Hour Menu, available Monday - Thursday, 3pm-5pm. Visit us for great drink, food, and dessert specials to enjoy while dining outdoors.

Our Happy Hour Menu includes cocktails, beer, wine, classic bites, and a $6 cake and coffee special. Please note that Monterey County regulations require that alcohol be served with food at this time. Rosine's is located at 434 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey.

You know the tasting events at Hellam's Tobacco and Wine Shop are always fantastic. Since we can't host an in-person event at this time, we're offering one online! Enjoy a tasting of bourbon from Bardstown Bourbon Company with us and meet the principals over Zoom on Thursday, November 19 at 6pm.

Price is $20, which will apply to purchase. To secure your spot and order your bourbon tasting box, please call us at 831-373-2816 or e-mail us. Hellam's is located at 423 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey.

Bardstown Bourbon Company is a new blend of bourbon makers, pushing boundaries through innovation while honoring the traditional art of making whiskey. Set on 100 acres of active farmland in the heart of the Bourbon Capital of the World®, they produce the highest-quality Kentucky bourbon, whiskey, and rye brands.

Om Studios in Downtown Old Monterey is now offering outdoor yoga classes 7 days a week! Advance registration is required as class size is limited - please register online.

Please bring your own mat and any other props you like to practice with, a large towel or blanket to lay your mat on to keep it clean, and a bottle of water to stay hydrated. Consider wearing sunscreen and/or a hat.

Monday, 9:30am - Alta Bakery
Vinyasa with Roxy

Tuesday, 12:15pm - Alta Bakery
Vinyasa with Gennica

Tuesday, 5:30pm - Jewell Park
Vinyasa with Lindsay

Wednesday, 9:30am - Alta Bakery
Mellow Flow with Lindsay

Thursday, 9:30am - Alta Bakery
Vinyasa with Lindsay

Friday, 12:15pm - Alta Bakery
Mat Sculpt with Jordan

Saturday, 9:30am - Alta Bakery
Vinyasa

Sunday, 9:30am - Alta Bakery
Mellow Flow with Micah

Alta Bakery and Cafe is located at 502 Munras Avenue in Downtown Old Monterey. Jewell Park is located on Central Avenue between Grand and Forest Avenues in Pacific Grove.

It's pie time! Come to Alta Bakery and Cafe and preorder pies for your shelter-in-place Thanksgiving. We have 3 delicious options: classic pumpkin pie ($28), apple galette ($30), and pecan-honey pie ($32). Place your order online or visit us at 502 Munras Avenue in Downtown Old Monterey.

Is your Thanksgiving gathering looking much smaller this year? Worry not! After a great deal of unscientific study, we can confirm that the only thing better than Thanksgiving-Day pie is Day-After-Thanksgiving pie.

Alta Bakery and Cafe is happy to announce our November drink of the month, an apple cider latte with burnt cinnamon stick. Come and try it this month - we're located at 502 Munras Avenue in Downtown Old Monterey.

Sushi Fly now has hoodies with our logo! Come and get yours and show your Sushi Fly pride. $35, tax included. Located at 413 Alvarado Street in the heart of Downtown Old Monterey, Sushi Fly is open for outdoor dining and take-out.

Sushi Fly has great food. But more than that, it's fun. We pride ourselves on the quality of our ingredients, which we use in unique ways. Come try something you've never had before!

We are sad to report that on Sunday, November 8, Cafe Lumiere will be closing our doors permanently at 365 Calle Principal in Downtown Old Monterey. That means there are only a few days left to get yelled at by Tanina, grab one of Cirilo’s scones, and get ignored by Brandi.

Friends of Lumiere, please consider donating to Cafe Lumiere's Employee Relief Fund. We want to make sure our employees are taken care of during this time of transition. The money will be disbursed to our current and former employees for their rent, bills and other necessities.

We love you and we’ll see you soon.

Venture Gallery presents a show by William Eatmon, our featured artist for November. We invite you to come and view his paintings. Venture Gallery is now open for in-store shopping Thursdays - Sundays, 10am-6pm.

As our featured artist this month, William Eatmon presents his Tribute Series: paintings, each representative of a major movement in art. Personally, William is most influenced by Klimt and it is evident in both his figurative and abstract works. In his abstract work, you'll find evidence of cosmic objects such as galaxies, nebulae, and stars.

William's artwork will be featured through November 2020. Venture Gallery is located at 260 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey. Visit our website to shop online for work by our local artists.

Estéban Restaurant offers personalized choices this Thanksgiving to express gratitude in a multitude of ways. Gather around the table and dine together on the Estéban Restaurant patio and enjoy a roasted organic turkey dinner special, November 25-29, or pick-up our delicious 3-course prix fixe traditional turkey dinner to-go on November 26.

Esteban Restaurant is located at 700 Munras Avenue in Downtown Old Monterey. Reservations highly recommended for outdoor dining and the to-go special; please phone 831-375-0176.

The Thanksgiving Day Special for Patio Dining at Estéban Restaurant is available Wednesday, November 25 through Sunday, November 29, on the patio of Estéban Restaurant. Cost is $32 per person for adults, $20 per person for children 12 and under. Prices do not include tax; parking is complimentary. Our Thanksgiving Special features a roasted organic turkey dinner with carved white and dark meat, citrus cranberry sauce, whipped potatoes, harvest vegetables, traditional stuffing, giblet gravy, and artisan rolls. Outdoor diners will also have the option of choosing à la carte dishes from Estéban Restaurant’s California-inspired Spanish menu.

The Thanksgiving Day Prix-Fixe Menu To-Go is available only on Thursday, November 26 for $42 per person plus tax and gratuity. This to-go dinner features classic dishes including: roasted butternut squash bisque or a mixed baby lettuce salad, roasted organic turkey white and dark meat, citrus cranberry sauce, whipped potatoes, harvest vegetables, traditional stuffing, giblet gravy, artisan rolls, and apple or pumpkin pie.

You can purchase plants that have been hand propagated from the Cooper Molera Adobe Gardens! All proceeds benefit the Cooper Molera Adobe and Gardens. Just visit the Cooper Molera Museum entrance Wednesday - Sunday, 10am-4pm, or call 831-332-0172, ext. 7776. Payments must be made by by cash or check. Masks and social distancing required. Cooper Molera Adobe Museum is located at 502 Munras Avenue in Downtown Old Monterey.