24 MONTEREY COUNTY WEEKLY JULY 16-22, 2026 www.montereycountynow.com •MEET THE WOMEN IN BUSINESS• Debbie Baron Monterey’s Tasty Olive Bar 751 Cannery Row Monterey 831-242-8900 montereystastyolivebar.com It was “Love” at first bite for Debbie Baron. A simple gift, a bottle of olive oil, one holiday and a few months later she was opening the doors to her very own olive bar. “There is something for everyone, with over 70 varieties of olive oils and balsamic vinegars all available for tasting. From as far away as Australia and Tunisia we bring you the best, healthiest, olive oils and the richest variety of balsamics from Italy and France. Come experience the way olive oil is meant to taste, with olives harvested young and crushed within hours, bursting with amazing flavors and all the heart healthy benefits for your body. Located on Cannery Row across from the InterContinental Hotel in a beautifully appointed shop. It’s the perfect place to pick up a gift or plan your next dinner party. “Come in today and fall in love.” Tamie Aceves celebrate@loverspointevents.com • cremapg.com Tamie Aceves is the founder and owner of La Crème Hospitality, creating memorable dining and event experiences on the Monterey Peninsula for more than 20 years. For the past 14 years, La Crème has proudly served as the exclusive caterer at The Holly Farm, one of California’s premier luxury wedding venues. Today, Tamie continues that legacy with the launch of Lovers Point Events, a stunning waterfront venue overlooking Monterey Bay, and the reopening of the beloved Crema at Lovers Point. From intimate gatherings to luxury weddings, Tamie continues to shape the Monterey Peninsula’s hospitality landscape through innovation, thoughtful design, and unforgettable guest experiences. Dr. Kristina Montellese, Montellese Family Chiropractic 550 Camino El Estero, Suite 103 Monterey 301 Mid Valley Center Carmel 831-655-3255 MontelleseFamily.com Dr. Kristina has effectively combined the unique treatments of gentle Chiropractic Therapy and Pelvic Floor Rehabilitative Therapy, for over 20 years. She helps patients with rehab and pain management for sports injuries, prenatal care, and also treats patients with Pelvic Floor Dysfunctions. Pelvic Floor Rehab is treatment for Women and Men, with Pelvic/Lumbar pain, incontinence or leaking urine, Bladder pain, painful intercourse, prolapse, symptoms following prostate surgery or pelvic surgeries. Dr. Kristina uses gentle physiotherapy and the use of EMG/Biofeedback, a highly specialized diagnostic tool for pelvic floor dysfunctions. Patients with Neck, Low back pain or Pelvic floor dysfunction are referred to Dr. Kristina by local Orthos, Urologists, OBGYNs and Midwives. International Women Farmer Monterey County Fair 2004 Fairground Road • Monterey • 831-372-5863 In recognition of the 2026 International Year of the Woman Farmer, the Monterey County Fair honors the remarkable women whose dedication, leadership, and innovation continue to shape agriculture throughout the County. From growers and ranchers to educators, researchers, advocates, and agricultural professionals, these women play an essential role in one of our most important industries. Community nominations are now open. If you know an extraordinary woman making a difference in agriculture, we invite you to nominate her for this special recognition by August 1 by scanning the QR code. The selected honorees will be celebrated during a reception in the Seaside Room during the Fair. Their stories will also be featured throughout Fair week in a dedicated exhibit located in the Salinas Room.
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