Monica Turner

Monica Turner
Contributor to Stark Insider for tech, the arts and All Things West Coast for over 10 years.

Does “Hands” deserve a hand?

It makes for a fun party game, and goes something like this. What can you see from 1 mile away? Is 1,200 ft. long, 7 stories high. Has 54 outstretched hands. And... you can even partk inside it?! Answer: the new art mural on the parking garage in San Jose's...

Stark Insider Wine Country Blooper Reel

Clint loves getting these out. Loni not so much. But it's all in good fun!

Karl Wente on winemaking, music and life in Livermore (Video)

A visit to Wente in Livermore. Watch the video!

Forbidden Broadway opening night at the San Jose Rep

New York's longest running musical comedy revue that parodies, jeers and cheers American musical theatre opens tonight at the San Jose Repertory Theatre. In 2006, it won a Tony Award. The touring show pokes fun at Broadways biggest and most popular show, and according to the New York Post is...

A wonderful honeymoon in Loreto!

Once on the ground again, we were greeted by our concierge, Angie, from La Mision Hotel.

How to pour wine in a tasting room (Video)

Loni tries her hand at pouring wine at the Bent Creek Winery tasting room in Livermore, California.

DIY tips: Caulking baseboards

DIY tips. Video: Caulking baseboards. Here's some quick tips for getting clean, professional results on baseboards.

Loreto Live TV: Sampling desserts at La Mision along the Malecon

Strolling the Malecon in the beautiful town of Loreto is great fun. https://vimeo.com/5341696 In this episode Loni decides to stop in to La Mision Hotel for some late night dessert sampling.  

Loreto Live TV: Fresh Sushi at Makia in Loreto, Baja California Sur

Just off the Sea of Cortez, Loreto is a great place for fresh sushi. https://vimeo.com/5329322 Join Loni inside one of the newer restaurants, Makia Sushi, where she enjoys a selection of rolls served by the owner, Pierre.  

A special message for Loreto Bay home owners

Dear Loreto Bay Home Owner, I would like to take the opportunity to say thank you for the support, and friendship, during these past four years at Loreto Bay. We have shared really good moments together--and it has always been a pleasure to be associated with you. Especially during these current...