Here in America, the culinary boundaries between cultures tend to smear. As chefs mingle, borrow techniques and substitute ingredients, dishes get compromised for convenience, necessity and/or greater flavor, creating everything from spaghetti and meatballs to the Crunchwrap Supreme. These creations fuse together flavors into edible…
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Embracing the spirit of Oktoberfest, the Tech Museum of Innovation will host its very own “Geektoberfest” on Sep. 29. Guest are invited to explore the biology of beer and taste unique beers from local and regional breweries. Continuing the success of the Creative Collisions program,…
A couple of months ago, when the popular Sake Walk was cancelled, plenty of weekend plans were dashed, like flotsam, scattered across some cold and craggy Japan coastline. But take heart, friends! The chance to taste an assortment of tasty rice wines is back. This Thursday,…
It’s time again for the Sharks Foundation Fitness Face-Off, combining fitness, fun, family and friends. Early Sunday morning on Sept. 25, a sea of teal shirts and running shoes will flood downtown San Jose for the 4th annual event. Families and friends of all athletic…
There isn’t a whole lot east of Highway 17, away from downtown Los Gatos where the restaurants command long wait times. Yet here we found a little gem the neighbors are already familiar with: Grill 57 Bar and Restaurant. Situated next to Los Gatos Inn,…
With the opening of the new Mo’s Breakfast + Burger Joint in Almaden Valley, I was given the task of seeing how it compares with Mo’s original Campbell location. After visiting both, and with the new school year upon us, I thought it only fair…
Located in beautiful Almaden Park the Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival has been a staple of the area since 1976. Featuring all-day entertainment for the whole family, this event is a great way to spend the day together. This year, the festival will take place Sept…
As traffic conditions in San Jose worsen the idea of a morning bike ride versus hectic lane changes and red lights has become more and more appealing to many commuters. Working within communities in San Mateo and Santa Clara counties, the Silicon Valley Bike Coalition…
An intriguing combination of art and agriculture blooms at the Children’s Discovery Museum. Earlier this month, professor and artist Sam Van Aken planted what will become a Tree of 40 Fruits at the Children’s Discovery Museum in downtown San Jose. The project entails grafting the…
Celebrating its ninth year, the Luna Park Chalk Art Festival will feature over 150 pieces of hand-crafted chalk art in San Jose’s Backesto Park. The free festival is scheduled for Sep. 17 and is expected to attract more than 3,000 artist and community members, all of…
