Sometimes I feel like the conductor of a small orchestra. It takes a community of very talented people to bring you each issue of Edible Monterey Bay magazine—writers, photographers, editors, graphic designers, printers and distribution drivers—everyone playing their part.
While I often express appreciation for the wonderful advertising partners who keep us afloat, I’m constantly in awe of the creative people who work on this publication. Starting with contributing editor Mark C. Anderson, who is truly dedicated to the food and drink scene of the Monterey Bay and has two fascinating stories in this edition, reporting on a new book about foraging and on how to fatten up sea urchins so they’ll stop destroying the kelp beds in the bay.
He is joined on our newsletter team by wine expert Laura Ness, who not only can instantly identify flavors and aromas, but can spin out a story, too, in a seemingly effortless way.
In this Fall issue we also hear from Kathryn McKenzie, a longtime local journalist, author and one of the founding writers at Voices of Monterey Bay. We have stories from contributors Amber Turpin and Jamie Collins, who have been with us since EMB started publishing 13 years ago, and bring their insider’s perspective on local farming and farmers markets.
Rounding out this edition are newer-to-us writers Robert Eliason, Ashley Drew Owen and Laura Sutherland, along with chefs Analuisa Béjar and Martin Hoellrigl. Then there are the wonderful photographers who bring the stories to life with their vibrant images.
Dare I say DREAM TEAM?
A huge thank you to everyone who contributes to Edible Monterey Bay in large or small ways.
On behalf of all of us, please enjoy the results of our collaboration and have a fantastic fall!
Deborah Luhrman
Publisher
About the author
Deborah Luhrman is publisher and editor of Edible Monterey Bay. A lifelong journalist, she has reported from around the globe, but now prefers covering our flourishing local food scene and growing her own vegetables in the Santa Cruz Mountains.
