Spring 2025

W H A T ’ S I N S I D E SPRING 2025 108 108 From the Bright Lights to Moonlit Nights Erik Estrada and his Romance With Carmel-by-the-Sea 118 TheWonderous World of Wildlife Photography Jodi Frediani Travels the Planet to Capture Animals in Their Native Habitats 128 A Driving Force First Tee Encourages Monterey County Students to Take Big Swings 136 Riding theWaves of Hope “Paddle Out” Documents Joy within the Challenges of Cystic Fibrosis 144 A Grammy-AwardWinner’s Home Hits All the Right Notes Alan Silvestri’s Carmel Highlands Compound 150 LivingWithWildfire Local Author Theo Maehr Brings Attention to Fire Safety 170 In Great Taste Delectable Offerings Abound at Pebble Beach Food &Wine 176 Destinations Casa Palmero Photo: PictureLux/The Hollywood Archive / Alamy Stock Photo F E AT U R E S