People call it “The Pit.” It’s a massive, unsightly hole in the ground — the site of a construction project in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea whose previous owners ran out of money six years ago, leaving behind nothing but concrete, rebar and hard feelings. In 2020, The Pit was purchased by Patrice Pastor, a billionaire real estate […]
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Spectacular Big Sur ocean estate up for sale in 2 parcels. Here’s a look
Inside Look is a Sacramento Bee series where we take readers behind the scenes at restaurants, new businesses, local landmarks and news stories. An estate, owned by the founder of a leading financial services and life insurance company, that stretches for more than 50 acres along the rugged coastline of California’s Big Sur has hit […]
Monaco billionaire strikes deal to grant public access to Big Sur property with breathtaking views
Drivers and Big Sur visitors will soon gain access to more breathtaking views of the Bixby Bridge and rugged bluffs of Highway 1 along California’s central coast under a recent deal between state regulators and a Monaco billionaire to open an iconic piece of cliff-side property to the public. The California Coastal Commission and Rocky […]
California college engineering student dies at Big Sur waterfall in tragic accident: ‘Passion for adventure’
A third year mechanical engineering student with a “passion for adventure” from California Polytechnic State University tragically fell to his death while on a trip to Big Sur. Kenneth Taylor, 21, was found dead by emergency responders around 7:45 p.m. on Saturday, April 6 at the base of a 120-foot waterfall along California’s rugged coast, […]
When Ina Garten’s favorite cookware goes on sale, we shop — save up to $150 on Le Creuset now at Sur La Table
If you’ve ever watched the Barefoot Contessa on TV, you know how graceful and magical Ina Garten is, as she effortlessly whips up beautiful meals for herself and her husband, Jeffrey. She’s the real deal — not just a charming TV foodie, but a true expert, thanks to many years as a professional chef and […]
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When Ina Garten’s favorite cookware goes on sale, we shop — save up to $150 on Le Creuset at Sur La Table ahead of Presidents’ Day
If you’ve ever watched the Barefoot Contessa on TV, you know how graceful and magical Ina Garten is, as she effortlessly whips up beautiful meals for herself and her husband, Jeffrey. She’s the real deal — not just a charming TV foodie, but a true expert, thanks to many years as a professional chef and […]
Get up to 70% off Staub, Le Creuset and more at Sur La Table’s Cookware and Cutlery sale
If cooking feels like a chore thanks to dull knives and crusty cookware, it’s probably time for an upgrade. And while quality kitchen tools are worthy investments, we’ll take a discount when we can — and that’s why our ears perked up when heard about Sur La Table’s Cookware and Cutlery Sale. With everything from […]