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Malinka European Mini Market now carries a selection of imported wine and beer in the back of our shop at 484 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey. Whether you're looking for a taste of home or a bottle that's a bit out of the ordinary, we have a little something for everyone.

Our wines are imported from Portugal, Poland, Armenia, Georgia, Moldova, Ukraine, Spain, Germany, and Mentenegro. Our beers include those from Spain, Poland, Ukraine, Lithuania, Germany, Austria, and the Czech Republic.

Casey Starks Studio carries some beautiful stickers, designed by Casey, featuring iconic views of Monterey, Carmel, Pacific Grove, and Moss Landing. They make lovely gifts for loyal Monterey Bay residents and happy visitors.

Casey Starks's simple yet elegant drawings of Monterey Old Fisherman's Wharf, Carmel Beach, Pacific Grove Lover's Point, and the Moss Landing power plant by the Bay are available online and in the shop at 550 Lighthouse Avenue, Suite A in Monterey.

All of Casey's locally themed stickers feature permanent adhesive, are made of UV-resistant vinyl suitable for indoor or outdoor applications, and have a matte finish. These will stay looking sharp for a long time.

Did you know that Monterey's Lighthouse District has some great plumbers? GP Piping, a locally owned, full-service plumbing company, has more than 30 years of experience in residential, commercial, and industrial plumbing in Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties, and they're based right here at 327 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.

Caleb Gutierrez, the owner of GP Piping, aims to treat customers like family and offer the best work for the best value. He only hires trained plumbers who've completed their apprenticeship under a master plumber, so he and his team are prepared to handle all kinds of plumbing-related problems.

Their specialties include water and gas pipe repairs, drain repair and cleaning, water heaters, leak detection, bathroom remodels, and more. Just call 831-348-0123 for a free estimate. GP Piping also offers emergency plumbing services day or night throughout Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties.

As a token of appreciation for all hardworking delivery service workers, Namaste India Bistro at 538 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey is offering exclusive discounts on our lunch buffet and a la carte dinner through December 31, 2023.

Lunch Buffet Special
Served daily, 11:30am-2:30pm
Enjoy a well-deserved break with Namaste's delectable lunch buffet. From aromatic curries to freshly baked naan, our buffet has it all. And now, you can savor it with a generous 20% discount!

A La Carte Dinner Delight
Served daily, 5pm-9pm
After a busy day of deliveries, treat yourself to a relaxing evening with Namaste's a la carte dinner. Delve into the richness of Indian cuisine, choosing from a diverse range of dishes that cater to every craving, and enjoy a 10% discount on your dinner order.

This offer is valid for dine-in and pick-up orders only (not valid for online orders). Simply show your delivery ID when making your order/payment. Namaste thanks all delivery service workers for keeping our community connected. We're here to serve you, just as you serve us every day.

InSight Eyewear is now offering 50% off select frames and 25% off current product with the purchase of lenses. Come in soon for the best selection! Our inventory is always changing, with new designers and over 3,000 frames in stock.

Locally owned, we're open Mon-Fri, 10am-5pm and Sat, 11am-4pm, at 490 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.

Epicenter Cycling now carries the Ponto Go! e-bike made by Electra. This beautiful bike has a maximum throttle-assisted speed up to 20 mph and pedal-assisted speed of 26 mph and can go up to 60 miles on a single charge.

With a bench-style saddle, passenger handle, and foot pegs this is a great ride for two and has a maximum carrying capacity of up to 360 lbs. so it'll also haul your stuff. Plus, stop confidently with hydraulic disc brakes and be better seen by using the front and rear brake lights and turn signals.

Visit Epicenter at 230 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey now through August 31 to test ride any e-bike and score a free scratch-off ticket revealing a sweet prize. Every ticket is a winner! We're talking in-store credit, awesome free gear, or credit towards an e-bike purchase.

Bonus: when you buy a bike from Epicenter Cycling, you'll get free maintenance here at the shop for the lifetime of your bike.

Memorabilia alert! Fashion Trade Retro and Vintage Clothing just picked up some very special consignment items that are indeed quite retro. They're eight celebrity wardrobe items from a personal collection that will be going up on special consignment soon.

So, who are we talking about? Here are a few hints. She has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Her music career spanned decades. She also did some acting. She posed nude at 54 years of age and her boots were made for walkin.

These unique items came from Nancy Sinatra's wardrobe and were brought to Fashion Trade by a memorabilia collector. If you want to learn more about them and how you might have a chance to acquire them, keep your eye on the Fashion Trade Instagram page.

Did you know? A few months ago, locally owned Chic Event Rentals opened a beautiful, brightly-lit new showroom at 301 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey, directly above The Perfect Crumb Bakery. If you're planning a party, large gathering, or formal event - indoors or outdoors - we invite you to visit us and speak with our staff about the possibilities.

Chic specialize in high quality inventory at all price points and is a preferred vendor of almost every event venue, coordinator, and caterer in Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties. From our experienced and creative staff to our luxurious and customizable event rentals, Chic will help make your event a unique, stress free, and unforgettable experience.

The Lighthouse District welcomes Mando's Restaurant to 570 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey! Recently relocated from Fountain Ave in Pacific Grove, Mando's serves Mexican and American cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It also offers catering for parties and other events.

Restaurant owner and chef Armando “Mando” Cruz was born and raised in Oaxaca, Mexico. Moving to California in 1995, Mando missed the flavors and cuisine of his mother’s delicious home cooking. What you'll find at Mando's is a lot of great food, with a special emphasis on the dishes of Mando's native Oaxaca.

Escape Room 831 invites you to immerse yourself in the magical world of Alice's Dream at 599 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.

The scenario: you’ve come to a hotel located in the former house of Lewis Carroll, author of Alice’s many adventures. It’s late. You’re tired. But be sure to catch the tail of the white rabbit...and don't forget to think about how you’ll get out once you climb into the hole!

We're proud that Alice's Dream, which remains our most popular escape room, is celebrating its 5th anniversary in August 2023. All the walls in each room were painted by talented local artist Bryan Gage, who was given creative license to create an astonishing fantasy world for Alice, her storybook friends, and you.

Alice's Dream welcomes private parties of 2-8 people. When you enter, expect things to get curiouser and curiouser, with plenty of fun twists and turns all in the space of 1 hour. Book your visit online today.

Summer break is here and you've noticed your kid has outgrown their bike...again. What to do? Participate in Trek's Kids' Bike Trade-Up Program at Epicenter Cycling!

When you buy a kids’ bike at Epicenter Cycling, you can bring it back within three years and get up to 50% off the bike’s original purchase price (up to $500) in credit toward the purchase of a new one. Trek will then donate your child’s old bike to local charities.

Keep in mind that you'll get two free tune-ups per year for the life of the bike when you purchase it at Epicenter Cycling. We’ll also size your young rider properly on their new bike at no charge, and you’ll receive a 15% discount on all accessories you buy that day.

Epicenter, located at 230 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey, has a great variety of kids’ bikes to choose from.