things slow down,” Provenzano says. “Locals and visitors can look forward to some surprise seasonal specials in collaboration with other local businesses in Monterey around the holidays.” A Taste of Monterey of Monterey Wine Market and Bistro A Taste of Monterey Wine Market and Bistro is ready to welcome guests back to its OceanView Wine Bar, a 700 Cannery Row amenity closed since 2020. “We have had an amazing response from our wine club members and customers as they really missed the chance to casually enjoy a wine tasting or a glass of their favorite wine,” says owner Britt Talbert. Talbert became owner on June 1, “continuing the legacy” from 31-year owners Ken & Robyn Rauh. Talbert says she is ready for what the winter season brings: the fruits of harvest season and gathering to enjoy them. A Taste of Monterey pours wines from more than 60 local wineries and features seasonal local produce on its bistro menu, like Brussels sprouts and Castroville artichokes on flatbreads, paninis, or small plate appetizers. “The goal is to bring together the amazing views of Monterey Bay, expertly crafted wines from throughout Monterey County, and the absolutely stunning variety and talent of our local chefs to create the ultimate Monterey experience,” Talbert says. BEST OF MONTEREY COUNTY® Congratulations to all Cannery Row merchants voted BEST of 2025 by Monterey County Weekly readers! BEST SELECTION OF WINES BY THE GLASS - A TASTE OF MONTEREY BEST RESTAURANT IN MONTEREY COUNTY - THE SARDINE FACTORY BEST DRINK WITH A VIEW - SCHOONERS BEST ARCADE - OSCAR’S PLAYGROUND BEST BAR FOR BOOMERS - THE SARDINE FACTORY BEST SOMMELIER - DAVE SIDENER, THE SARDINE FACTORY BEST WINE LIST - THE SARDINE FACTORY BEST RESTAURANT, CANNERY ROW FISH HOPPER BEST STEAK HOUSE - WHALING STATION BEST MARTINI - THE C RESTAURANT + BAR BEST HOTEL - MONTEREY PLAZA HOTEL BEST OUTDOOR DINING - SCHOONERS Cannery Row merchants embrace the cozy season with locals in mind. ’25
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