Jen Kwapinski, a professional baker from San Jose, made it to the final round of Next Great Baker, on TLC. with competitors Gretel Ann Fischer (Colchester, VT) and Ashley Holt (Louisville, KY). The finalists will be competing in Las Vegas for the season finale in a two-part challenge special. The challenge, judging from the trailer, appears to kick off with a similar challenge as last season’s finale – bake and sell as many Carlo’s Bakery specialties to make the highest profit along with creating the best Las Vegas themed cake.
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Before the big game this weekend, the Bay Area has another “W” to look forward to courtesy of San Jose’s Jon Fitch (24-4-1 MMA, 14-2-1 UFC). As part of the UFC 156 card, Fitch will fight Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt Damian Maia (17-4 MMA, 11-4 UFC).
In addition to gambling and dining and drinking options, Zone 8 is now hosting weekly jazz performances on Saturday nights. Popular local act Octobop kicked off the series in January and Gail Dobson performed the following Saturday. The lineup for early 2013 includes artists, such as David Ladd, Smith Dobson, John Worley, and Diminished Blue.
Here are some races this year that are manageable yet fun for first-time runners and for those looking to break a new personal record.
After taking a winter break, South First Fridays returns for its eighth year on Feb 1. The usual venues are back for the free SoFA District art walk with a new eclectic selection of artists on display and other entertainment.
Here are some places in the South Bay to catch the Super Bowl on big screens with all the extras that home can’t provide. And to get properly decked out for the big afternoon, Affordable Treasures (15795 Los Gatos Blvd.) is loaded with all sorts of fan paraphernalia.
Since this past fall, a group of volunteers has been meeting regularly at various local beer spots to help create CaliforniaÕs first cooperatively owned brewpub, right here in San Jose.
Blue Line Pizza‘s sauce popped out at me during my first bite. It was smooth, lightly sweet and blended well with the other ingredients, making the pie a sensory experience—not just yummy junk food.
For those looking to enjoy a nice Valentine’s Day with that special someone and don’t want to stick with tradition, here are some unique gifts ideas to try. The article includes outdoor adventures, interesting shopping ideas and relaxing couple activities. The Silicon Valley offers couples to find romance in many ways that don’t require chocolate and flowers.
Here are some of the best romantic restaurants with a cozy atmosphere and a delicious menu that is perfect for a romantic dinner in San Jose.
