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HIGHLIGHTS THIS MONTH:
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA RENAISSANCE FAIRE: Into the Past [4]
CLUB SPORTIVA EXOTIC CAR TOUR: For the Car Enthusiast [18]
ONE NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN: On Stage in San Jose [9]
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SEPTEMBER 2013
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CONTENTS
ON THE COVER: ¡VivaFest! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
CALENDAR
Festivals & Shows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Food & Wine Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
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Performing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Art Exhibits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Spectator Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
ATTRACTIONS & MUSEUMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
FEATURE: Club Sportiva . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
WINERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
SHOPPING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
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DINING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
NIGHTLIFE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
LODGING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
GETTING AROUND
Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Santa Clara Area Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Palo Alto Area Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Silicon Valley & Surroundings Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
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Downtown San Jose Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
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DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY • 1
Celebrating the heritage and culture of Mexico, San Jose’s
annual Mexican Heritage and Mariachi Festival brings an
outstanding lineup of cultural events and activities during September. Experience the best in music—from mariachi and rock and roll to salsa and sones; find your inner
mariachi or folkloric dancer at a variety of educational
music and dance workshops at The Tech; try delicious
locally-produced Mexican food; and enjoy live music on
various stages. Here are some key events. For tickets and
more information on these and other events, including
workshops, visit vivafest.org or call 408-920-6070.
SEPT 7
TRIBUTE TO THE SONGBOOK OF ROMANTIC
MEXICO. Enjoy a romantic evening of classics from the
Mexican songbook and classical repertoire interpreted by one of Mexico’s greatest
tenors, Fernando de la Mora. Mariachi Sol de Mexico, one of America’s best
known Mariachi ensembles, and Symphony Silicon Valley also perform. (SAP
Center, 8pm)
SEPT 14
IRELAND MEETS MEXICO: A MUSICAL
TRIBUTE TO THE SAN PATRICIO BRIGADE.
This September marks the 150th anniversary of the heroic efforts of the San
Patricio Brigade, who followed their faith to fight on behalf of Mexican forces
against the US invasion of Mexico in 1848. Bay Area-based Irish bands O’Craven and
Kavanaugh Brothers join the Mexican groups Feju and Grupo Mono Blanco, for a
cross-cultural celebration. (San Pedro Square, 7pm)
MUNDOFOX ¡VIVA FEST! FIESTAS PATRIAS. This
SEPT 15 day-long
celebration starts with a 10am Mariachi Mass at
the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joseph, followed by a free outdoor community fair
celebrating Fiestas Patrias, the Mexican Independence Day, with games, music, food,
arts and cultural activities. A highlight is El Grito, a massive, synchronized call-andresponse that is a tradition more than a century old. (Discovery Meadow, 2-9pm)
TOP TO BOTTOM:
MARIACHI SOL DE MEXICO (SEPT 7);
CARLA MORRISON (SEPT 28);
MEXICAN ROCK QUINTET, KINKY (SEPT 28)
2 • DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY
SEPT 28
KINKY. This concert features this Grammy and Latin Grammynominated quintet from Monterrey, Mexico, known for its captivating live rock and electronica music concerts. Special guests Carla Morrison, La
Santa Cecilia and Sistema Bomb will also perform. 7:30-10:30pm. (San Jose: San
Jose Civic, 135 W. San Carlos St.; 408/792-4111)
SEPTEMBER CALENDAR
Festivals, shows, performing arts, art exhibits & spectator sports
FESTIVALS, FAIRS
& SHOWS
Thru Sept 2: King’s Mountain
Art Fair. For 50 years, every Labor
Day weekend the redwood forest of
Woodside becomes an outdoor
gallery display of some of the finest
handmade arts and crafts on the
West Coast. In addition to artist
booths, you will find fun activities for
the family and an abundance of fair
food. 10am-5pm. (Woodside: 13889
Skyline Blvd.; 650/851-2710)
Thru Sept 2: Belmont Greek
Festival. Celebrate all things Greek
at this annual festival, featuring
homemade food—from souvlakia and
spanakopita to loukoumades and
baklava; live folk music and dance
performances; live theater; a flea
market; and a children’s area. Sun,
12-10pm; Mon, 12-8pm. (Belmont:
Church of the Holy Cross, 900
Alameda; 650/591-4447)
Thru Sept 26: Movies on the
Square. Bring a blanket, pack a picnic and head over to Redwood City’s
Courthouse Square to watch a free
family movie under the stars. In
September: Short Circuit (9/5); 42
(9/12); Lincoln (9/19); and Rock of
Ages (9/26). Screenings begin at sundown. (Downtown Redwood City:
Courthouse Square; 650/780-7311)
Sept 6-8: San Mateo Antique
Show and Sale. Browse through a
large selection of high-quality
antiques from some of the nation’s
leading dealers, including fine art,
furniture, heirloom jewelry, porcelains, bronzes, silver, art glass, crystal,
quilts, rugs and many more unique
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for up-to-date info on
more events.
ROMANCING THE PAST... Escape the hustle and bustle of modern-day
life and head for the Northern California Renaissance Faire (weekends, Sept 14-Oct 13). This lively recreation of a Renaissance-era harvest fair is complete with costumed performers and strolling musicians,
staged performances and jousting matches. This annual treat is held at
Hollister’s Casa de Fruta, which transforms itself into Willingtown, a
Renaissance village straight out of a history book. Visit the marketplace to
browse artisanal wares, try your hand at archery and other fun games, see
a live performance at one of the many stages, catch the Queen’s Royal
Reception or check out the Tournament of Champions, where gallant
knights compete in full-contact jousting. For a touch of modern music there
is a Celtic Rock Concert Series, Saturdays at 6pm. This year’s lineup in
September includes Tempest (Sept 14); Wicked Tinkers (Sept 21); the
Galway Hooker Band (Sept 28). When you work up a Renaissance-era
appetite, a vast selection of tasty fare, including giant roasted turkey legs
and fine English ales to wash them down, will surely hit the spot. And to
really get into the spirit of things, come dressed in your own period costume. The Queen will surely approve. Sat-Sun, 10am-6pm. (Hollister: Casa
de Fruta, 10031 Pacheco Pass Hwy.; 408/847-FAIR)
treasures. The event is put on by
Bustamante Enterprises, the largest
producer of quality antique shows on
the West Coast since 1974. Fri-Sat,
11am-6pm; Sun, 11am-4pm. (San
Mateo County Event Center, 1346
Saratoga Dr.; 209/358-3134)
gems, beads, pearls, fine jewelry,
estate collections and much more
offered at deep discounts. Fri, 126pm; Sat, 10am-6pm; Sun, 11am5pm. (San Mateo: San Mateo
County Event Center, 2495 S.
Delaware St.; 301/294-0034)
Sept 6-8: International Gem &
Jewelry Show. One of the best
exhibitions of its kind, the show features original jewelry creations, exotic
Sept 7-8: Mountain View Art &
Wine Festival. This vibrant multicultural event features 600 exhibitors
showcasing artisanal wares. Head
downtown for international food, live
music by local hit makers, microbrews, wines and other libations, a
kid’s area and much more. 10am6pm. (Mountain View: Castro St.;
650/968-8378)
Sept 8: Antique Autos at
History Park. This annual event fills
San Jose’s History Park with 200
antique autos, fire equipment, bicycles and motorcycles circa late 1800’s
to 1945. View antique crafts demonstrations and browse through antique
collectibles, listen to live jazz, and
nosh on tasty foods. 11am-4pm.
(San Jose: Kelley Park, 635 Phelan
Ave.; 408/997-0879)
Sept 13-15: South Bay Home &
Garden Show. Get inspiration for
decorating and remodeling the home;
find contractors and landscape
experts; collect gardening tips and
much more at this all-encompassing
show. Fri, 12-6pm; Sat, 10am-6pm;
Sun, 10am-5pm. (Santa Clara
Convention Center, 5001 Great
America Pkwy.; 650/593-2465)
Sept 14: Ohlone Day. At this
annual festival, learn about the native
Ohlone through traditional dance,
basketry, songs, stories, language,
history and more. Play Ohlone games
and even try your hand at fire making. 10am-4pm. (Felton: Henry
Cowell Redwoods State Park, 101
Big Trees Park Rd.; 831/335-7077)
Sept 14-15: Santa Clara Art &
Wine Festival. This family event
features 175 arts and crafts booths,
international foods, premium wines
and micro-brewed beers, in addition
to live entertainment on three stages
and a children’s section with carnival
rides and attractions. 10am-5pm.
(Santa Clara: Central Park, 969
Kiely Blvd.; 408/615-3140)
Sept 15: ¡Viva Fest! See page 2.
Sept 21: Rancho Day Fiesta.
Experience what life was like on a
rancho in the 1840s: dance to early
California music, discover bygone
trades, eat authentic rancho food,
make corn husk dolls and candles,
and lots more. 12-4pm. (Pacifica:
Sanchez Adobe, 1000 Linda Mar;
650/359-1462)
HANDMADE WARES AT MOUNTAIN VIEW ART & WINE FESTIVAL
Sept 21: Silicon Valley Fall
Festival. An evolution of the
Cupertino Jubilee and Fall Festival,
this fun and educational community
event for families includes a cultural
fair, fine arts auction, gourmet food
trucks, live entertainment, a Kid’s
Zone and other attractions. 10am5pm. (Cupertino: Memorial Park,
Stevens Creek Blvd. & Mary Ave.;
408/725-1767)
Sept 21: Aki Matsuri. This annual
Japanese fall festival includes festive
activities, an arts and crafts sale, an
outdoor farmer’s market and a
bonanza of traditional Japanese
American foods—from Inari-zushi
and SPAM musubi to soba and Aki
dogs. Ongoing live entertainment by
local talent includes the Wesley Jazz
Ensemble, Ukelele Jams and the
perennial crowd pleaser, San Jose
Rare Treasures, Antiques, Fine & Decorative Art,
Vintage Collectibles...
San Mateo
ANTIQUE
SHOW & SALE
September 6, 7, 8, 2013
Friday & Saturday 11 - 6 • Sunday 11 - 4
San Mateo County Event Center
Fiesta Hall • 1346 Saratoga Dr., San Mateo
SAVE $2 ON EACH GENERAL ADMISSION
General Admission $8. This ad admits one or more at $6 each.
Senior Citizens (62+) $5 • Children under 12 free
Presented by Bustamante Enterprises, Inc.
PO Box 637, Atwater, CA 95301 • 209-358-3134 • www.bustamante-shows.com
➤ CALENDAR
SAN JOSE FESTIVAL FUSES TECHNOLOGY WITH MUSIC... Pivotal
Silicon Valley innovators will converge with some of the biggest names in
music at the festive urban C2SV Festival (Sept 26-29) that celebrates the
digital culture explosion. More than 70 emerging and established acts in
over a dozen downtown
venues will be featured, as
well as a special concert
at St. James Park headlined by Iggy Pop and
the Stooges on Sept 28.
Other acts include 90s altrock
pioneers
The
Lemonheads, electropop duo The Limousines,
Oakland’s The Coup and
modern funk pioneer
IGGY POP AND THE STOOGES
Dam-Funk. On the tech
side, Robert Scoble (Rackspace), Jeff Stibel (author of bestseller
“Breakpoint”), Nolan Bushnell (inventor of Atari), Chris Anderson (3D
Robotics) and Hugh Williams (eBay) are among more than 200 speakers
who will share new ideas during presentations and panels at the technology conference. For a complete schedule visit www.c2sv.com. (San Jose:
various downtown venues.)
Taiko. 11am-4pm. (San Jose: Wesley
United Methodist Church, 566 N.
Fifth St.; 408/295-0367)
Sept 28: Viejito’s Car Show. Live
performances, food booths, vendors
and a sizzling array of classic cars and
bikes abound at the Viejito’s 10th
Annual Car Show and Concert.
10am-4pm. (San Jose: History Park,
1650 Senter Rd.; 408/287-2290)
Sept 28: San Mateo Bacon and
Brew Festival. Celebrating the perfect combination of bacon and
brews, this family-friendly event features a bevy of food vendors and
trucks as well as art booths, craft
brew tastings and live music for an
afternoon of delicious fun. 12-6pm.
(San Mateo: Central Park, E. 5th
Ave.; 650/401-2440)
Sept 28-29: Beyond
Wonderland Bay Area. This
unique two-day experience presented
by Insomniac Events takes you on a
virtual trip through the fantastical
world of Wonderland, featuring interactive art, pyrotechnics, themed costumed performers, special effects,
and state-of-the-art design, all to the
soundtrack of dance music. 2-11pm.
(Mountain View: Shoreline
Amphitheatre, 1 Amphitheatre
Pkwy.; 650/962-1000)
Sept 28-29: Pacific Coast Fog
Fest. Shop arts and crafts, enjoy live
music on three stages, watch a
parade, partake in local food, beer
and wine, or just take in the sights at
this festival that celebrates the Pacific
Coastline. 10am-6pm. (Pacifica:
Palmetto Ave., btwn. Shell &
Montecito Sts.; 650/355-8200)
FOOD & WINE
EVENTS
Sept 12: J. Lohr Syrah
Appreciation. Join Director of
Wine Education Lawrence Lohr on a
tour of the wonderful world of Syrah,
with a guided tasting and discussion
of this famous varietal, including
benchmark wines from California to
Australia and the Northern Rhone.
6:30-8:30pm. (San Jose: J. Lohr San
Jose Wine Center, 1000 Lenzen
Ave.; 408/918-2176)
Sept 20: Havana Night. Enjoy a
Cuban-inspired menu created by
Executive Chef David and paired with
wines from the Mountain Winery,
then dance the night away to the sultry sounds performed by the Los
Boleros Quarteto. 6-11pm.
(Saratoga: Mountain Winery,
14831 Pierce Rd.; 408/741-2822)
SOME LIKE IT HOT... Picante, eye-watering or call-the-fire-department
spicy—no matter how hot you like it, downtown Redwood City will be sizzling at its 6th annual Salsa Festival (Sept 28). Multiple outdoor stages
will feature continuous live performances of Latin music, including salsa
and jazz, to get you up and
grooving to their sensual
rhythms. Yet this festival
isn’t just about the salsa
you can dance to… it’s
also about the kind that
enlivens the taste buds!
From 12-5pm you can sample a vast selection of
tongue-tingling salsas, but
SALSA BAND EDGARDO & CANDELA (6PM)
make sure to arrive early to
sample the most popular ones. Adding to the zing are amateur and professional salsa-making competitions, tequila tastings, local food offerings,
family-friendly activities, a children’s area and much more. Get your salsa
on! 12-8pm. (Redwood City: Courthouse Square; 650/780-7000)
➤ CALENDAR
MELISSA ETHERIDGE
Sept 21: Los Gatos Fall Wine
Walk. Downtown merchants provide
an open house atmosphere for you to
enjoy tastings from area wineries
while listening to live music and sampling restaurant offerings. $40 ticket
to be purchased by Sept 20. 1:305:30pm. (Los Gatos: Downtown &
Old Town; 408/354-9300)
Sept 29: Pairings 2.0. Award-winning wines paired with fine dishes
make for a memorable event for both
wine and food lovers. Bay Area local
celebrity chefs and restaurateurs
Royce Mori (The Red Crane), Steve
Futagaki (Yuki Sushi), Shiro Kubota
(Kubota’s, Gombei), and Dale
Yoshihara and Yih Chuang (Kyoto
Palace) will be preparing foods to
tantalize the palate as well as bring
out the flavors of carefully-selected
wines. This special event is a fundraiser for the Yu-Ai Kai Senior Center in
San Jose’s Japantown. 1-4pm. (San
Jose: Akiyama Wellness Center,
110 Jackson St.; 408/294-2505)
PERFORMING ARTS
(9/13); The Kevin Russell Band performs rocking Blues and Classics
(9/20); and old-school Salsa group
Mazacote (9/27). 6-8pm. (Redwood
City: Courthouse Square, 2200
Broadway St.; 650/780-7000)
MUSIC: JAZZ & OTHER
Sept 1: BigBody Radio’s Feel
Good Music. International King of
Island Reggae/R&B singer Fiji headlines
this concert series, performing new
and past hits with his band. 8pm.
(Redwood City: Fox Theatre, 2215
Broadway St.; 650/369-7770)
Sept 7: Joan Jett and the
Blackhearts. As front woman of
the 80s hard-rock band, the
Blackhearts, Jett has amassed a huge
following with her bevy of hits such
as “Bad Reputation,” “I Love Rock &
Roll,” “I Hate Myself For Loving You”
and “Crimson and Clover.” 7:30pm.
(Saratoga: Mountain Winery;
408/741-2822)
Sept 7: A Tribute to the
Songbook of Romantic Mexico.
See page 2.
FREE MUSIC SERIES
Thru Sept 27: Redwood City
Music on the Square. Friday
evenings in the summer find
Redwood City’s Courthouse Square
packed with concertgoers at this
annual free music series. Events in
September include: Reggae band
Native Elements (9/6); Michael
Jackson tribute band Foreverland
Sept 8: Grace Kelly Quintet.
Twenty-one year old saxophonist/
vocalist/composer phenomena Kelly
ONE REPUBLIC
has performed over 500 concerts at
prominent venues in North America,
Europe and Asia. 4:30pm. (Half
Moon Bay: Douglas Beach House,
307 Mirada Rd.; 650/726-4143)
Sept 8: Dave Matthews Band.
Formed in the 1990s, this Grammy
Award-winning band is known for its
eclectic sound and compelling live
performances. 7pm. (Mountain
View: Shoreline Amphitheatre;
650/962-1000)
Sept 8: One Republic. This pop
music sensation performs a summer
tour in support of their third studio
album, Native. 7:30pm. (Saratoga:
Mountain Winery; 408/741-2822)
Sept 8: Earth, Wind & Fire. The
multi Grammy-Award winning band
goes on stage for an intimate performance of their hits, including
“September,” “Let’s Groove,”
“Boogie Wonderland” and “Shining
Star,” among others. 7-10:30pm.
(San Jose: San Jose Civic, 135 W.
San Carlos St.; 408/792-4111)
Sept 10: Melissa Etheridge. The
renowned songstress and musician
performs from her 12th studio
album, 4th Street Feeling. 7:30pm.
408/741-2822)
ADDRESSES FOR VENUES WITH MULTIPLE LISTINGS:
Mountain View: Shoreline Amphitheatre, 1 Amphitheatre Pkwy.; 650/962-1000
Saratoga: Montalvo Arts Center, 15400 Montalvo Rd.; 408/961-5800
Saratoga: Mountain Winery, 14831 Pierce Rd.; 408/741-2822
➤ CALENDAR
Sept 11: Rockstar Energy
Uproar Festival. For those who
like their music heavy and loud, this
summertime concert event is just for
you. Headliners this year include Alice
in Chains, Jane’s Addiction, Coheed
and Cambria, and Circa Survive. 2pm.
Amphitheatre; 650/962-1000)
Sept 13: The Doobie Brothers.
This legendary, multiple Grammy
Award-winning band popularized for
playing Blues and Country-inspired
songs with a rock edge is known for
its exciting live performances and
skillful musicianship. 7:30pm.
408/741-2822)
Sept 15: KC & The Sunshine
Band/Village People. Widely popular since arriving on the dance scene
40 years ago, KC & The Sunshine
Band have developed a unique fusion
of R&B and funk. Beginning their
35th year as the “Kings of Disco,”
The Village People still perform their
massive hits to sold-out crowds
worldwide. 7:30pm. (Saratoga:
Sept 17: Carly Rae Jepsen. The
Canadian singer/songwriter and
breakout pop sensation has taken
America by storm after bursting onto
the scene with her hit single “Call Me
Maybe.” 7:30pm. (Saratoga:
Sept 21: Travis Brass. The multitalented brass group of the United
States Air Force Band of the Golden
West covers myriad styles, from a
standard march or traditional brass
composition to Jazz, Ragtime and the
popular music of today. 6-7:30pm.
(Redwood City: Courthouse
Square, 2200 Broadway St.;
650/780-7000)
Sept 21: Keith Urban. One of
country music’s most electrifying performers and talented songwriters,
Australian-born Urban’s music has
made a global impact. 8pm.
Sept 22: Marco Antonio Solis.
This musician, composer and record
producer has sold more than 80 million records and written 300 compositions, making him the most successful singer/composer in Latin America.
7pm. (San Jose: SAP Center (formerly HP Pavilion), 525 W. Santa
Clara St.; 408/287-9200)
Sept 22: Carmen Lundy. This jazz
innovator is celebrated internationally
for her vocal artistry. 4:30pm. (Half
307 Mirada Rd.; 650/726-4143)
BLONDIE
Sept 14: House of Floyd. San
Francisco’s Pink Floyd tribute band is
built around the jam-based interpretations and mesmerizing sound/visual
effects that made the original band’s
live sets so popular. 8pm. (Redwood
City: Club Fox, 2209 Broadway St.;
877/435-9849)
Sept 14: Ireland Meets Mexico:
A Musical Tribute. See page 3.
Sept 14-15: Rock the Bells
Music Festival. A diverse line-up of
high-profile hip hop artists includes
Wu Tang Clan, Kendrick Lamar, Bone
Thugs N Harmony, and Kid Cudi.
10am. (Mountain View: Shoreline
Sept 26: Depeche Mode. This
English New Wave band popularized
in the 80s is one of the most successful and long-lasting. 7:30pm.
Sept 20: Blondie. The iconic 80s
band, inducted in the Rock and Roll
Hall of Fame, will perform their hits
including “One Way or Another,”
“Rapture,” “Heart of Glass” and
“Maria.” Joining them is special
guest X, the first LA punk band taken
seriously by the rock press. 7:30pm.
(Saratoga: Montalvo Arts Center,
15400 Montalvo Rd.; 408/961-5800)
Sept 28: Brian McKnight.
McKnight has earned himself a spot
in contemporary music history, having
had a record of chart consistency,
successful tours, and collaborated
with a range of celebrated performers, such as Quincy Jones and Justin
Timberlake. He shares the stage with
Johnny Gill, former band member of
New Edition. 7:30pm. (Saratoga:
Sept 21: Speak of the Devil.
The definitive tribute to the creators
of heavy metal, Black Sabbath, this is
the ideal musical experience for those
who need a little dose of Ozzy
Osbourne. 8pm. (Redwood City:
Club Fox, 2209 Broadway St.;
877/435-9849)
Sept 28: Kinky. As part of ¡Viva
Fest! (see page 2), this concert features the Grammy and Latin
Grammy-nominated quintet known
for their captivating live rock and
electronica music concerts. 7:30pm.
(San Jose: San Jose Civic, 135 W.
San Carlos St.; 408/792-4111)
➤ CALENDAR
Sept 29: Larry Vuckovich. Fusing
Balkan ethnic/Gypsy Roma music with
American jazz, Larry Vuckovich is considered the pioneer of this unique
jazz style. He has expanded his music
program to also include swinging
bebop and contemporary jazz,
among other styles. 4:30pm. (Half
307 Mirada Rd.; 650/726-4143)
Sept 29: Preservation Hall Jazz
Band. This legendary band performs
the soundtrack of the wildly popular
HBO television series, Treme, famous
for its portrayal of New Orleans music
and tales of intrepid musicians following Hurricane Katrina. Joining them
are special guests Ivan Neville on
vocals and keyboards, Leo Nocentelli,
guitarist from the Meters, and
Stanton Moore, drummer of Galactic.
7pm. (Palo Alto/Stanford campus:
Bing Concert Hall, 327 Lasuen St.;
650/725-ARTS)
Sept 29: Gordon Lightfoot.
Widely considered to be a modern
day troubadour, Lightfoot’s time-defying style and legendary hits have
made him one of North America’s
most anticipated live performers.
7:30pm. (Saratoga: Mountain
Winery; 408/741-2822)
MUSIC: CLASSICAL
Sept 7: Palo Alto Philharmonic
presents a concert of baroque music,
with Musical Director Thomas
Shoebotham leading the chamber
orchestra in music from the 17th and
18th centuries. 8pm. (Palo Alto: First
Baptist Church, 305 N. California
Ave.; www.paphil.org)
Sept 15: The New Esterházy
Quartet. The period instrument
ensemble opens their season with a
performance of quartets in honor of
Frederick William III, otherwise known
as “The Cellist King.” An ardent cellist and chamber music lover, he ruled
Prussia from 1786-1797. His court
became the cello capital of the world
and is famed for string quartets by
Haydn, Mozart, and his own appointed chamber music composer
Boccherini. 4pm. (Palo Alto: All
Saints’ Episcopal Church, 555
Waverly St.; 415/520-0611)
SHAKESPEARE RESTAGED... A whimsical tale of greed, taboo desires,
and a portly old knight’s insatiable hunger to recapture his youth and gain
riches through unsavory methods is challenged when two wily married
women cross his path and give him a taste of his own deceptive medicine.
This is the setting for Giuseppe Verdi’s operatic commedia lirica, Falstaff
(Sept 7-22), the opening stage production of Opera San Jose’s landmark
30th anniversary season. Loosely based on Shakespeare’s delightful comedy, The Merry Wives of Windsor, this insightful opera is a humorous celebration of love and life, sung in Italian with English supertitles. Dazzling
orchestration, refined melodies and a clever libretto make Verdi’s brilliant
final masterpiece an admired favorite by both critics and opera lovers alike.
Tues & Thurs-Sat, 8pm; Sun, 3pm. (San Jose: California Theatre, 345 S.
1st St.; 408/437-4450)
Sept 21: Mission Chamber
Orchestra. Featuring pianist Adam
Marks, the program includes works
by Mozart, Beethoven, Duparc,
Daugherty and a world premiere by
Nancy Bloomer Deussen. 7:30pm.
(San Jose: Le Petit Trianon Theatre,
72 N. 5th St.; 408/995-5400)
Sept 22: Schola Adventus. The
acclaimed choir of San Francisco’s
Church of the Advent of Christ the
King, under the direction of Paul
Ellison, will perform a program of a
cappella sacred works, including the
parody mass Missa Susanne un jour
by Orlandus Lassus. 4pm. (Palo Alto:
First Lutheran Church, 600 Homer
Ave.; 650/322-4669)
Sept 22: Itzhak Perlman. The
grand master of the violin hosts a
special concert featuring young string
virtuosos from his Perlman Music
Program, a musical community for
up-and-coming musicians of rare and
special talent. 2:30pm. (Palo
Alto/Stanford campus: Bing
Concert Hall; 650/725-ARTS)
Sept 26: New Century
Chamber Orchestra. The orchestra presents a musical exploration of
American composer Michael
Daugherty, plus Serenade for String
Orchestra in E Major, Op. 6 by Czech
master Suk. 8pm. (Mountain View:
Center for the Performing Arts,
500 Castro St.; 650/903-6000)
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Sept 28-29: Symphony Silicon
Valley. Austrian Maestro
Campestrini opens the season with
Glinka’s exuberant fairytale opera,
Russlan and Ludmilla Overture;
Prokofiev’s charming suite from
Lieutenant Kijé; and Berlioz’s
Symphonie Fantastique, with its massive orchestra and vivid colors. Sat,
8pm; Sun, 2pm. (San Jose:
California Theatre, 345 S. 1st St.;
408/286-2600)
COMEDY
(SEE ALSO COMEDY CLUBS
UNDER NIGHTLIFE)
Sept 21: Kathy Griffin. This
Emmy Award winner, NY Times bestselling author, Grammy Award nominee and Broadway darling is a multifaceted performer with rapid-fire wit.
She has been making audiences
laugh for years discussing Hollywood
gossip and celebrity blunders.
7:30pm. (Saratoga: Mountain
Winery; 408/741-2822)
THEATER & MUSICALS
Thru Sept 15: TheatreWorks
presents Other Desert Cities, the
story of a novelist whose tell-all memoir is sure to rip her politically-divided
family apart. With dazzling wit and
razor-sharp insight, this Pulitzer Prize
finalist balances fierce comedy and
riveting drama in the blockbuster hit
of last year’s Broadway season. TuesWed, 7:30pm; Thurs-Fri, 8pm; Sat, 2
and/or 8pm; Sun, 2 and/or 7pm.
(Mountain View: Center for the
Performing Arts, 500 Castro St.;
650/903-6000)
Sept 13-29: Broadway By the
Bay presents Cabaret, the story
about the relationship between a
young American writer, Clifford
Bradshaw, and an English singer, Sally
Bowles, who entertains at the less10 • DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY
KACEE CLANTON AS JANIS JOPLIN
PORTRAYAL OF A ROCK ‘N’ ROLL LEGEND... With a voice like whiskey
and an electrifying stage presence, Janis Joplin certainly deserved her title
as Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll. In a magnificent tribute to this musical trailblazer, the San Jose Repertory Theatre is presenting the Bay Area premiere of
One Night with Janis Joplin (Sept 5-29), an exhilarating musical journey which lets audiences hear Joplin’s iconic hits while exploring the life
and aspirations of this famed blues-rock singer. It also shines a muchdeserved spotlight on the great artists who influenced her musical style
and career, including Bessie Smith, Etta James and Aretha Franklin.
Creating a compelling portrait of the legendary artist through her words
and music, the event includes a live onstage band and features classics
such as “Piece of My Heart,” “Mercedes Benz,” “Me and Bobby McGee”
and “Summertime,” making for a full-on, one-of-a-kind concert experience.
Tues-Wed, 7:30pm; Thurs-Fri, 8pm; Sat, 3 & 8pm; Sun, 2pm. (San Jose: 101
Paseo de San Antonio; 408/288-5437; www.sjrep.com)
than-reputable Kit Kat Klub in Berlin
circa 1920s. This dynamic and breathtaking musical astounds with incredible staged numbers while exploring
an era of tumultuous change. Fri,
8pm; Sat-Sun, 2 and/or 8pm.
(Redwood City: Fox Theatre, 2215
Broadway; 650/369-7770)
Sept 19-Oct 20: City Lights
Theatre Company presents the
South Bay premiere of Animals Out
of Paper by Rajiv Joseph. A piece of
paper, once folded, is never the same
again, says world-renowned origami
artist Ilana Andrews. When she opens
her studio to a teenage prodigy and
his schoolteacher, she discovers that
life and love can’t be arranged neatly
in this drama about finding the perfect fold. Thurs-Sat, 8pm; Sun, 2pm.
(San Jose: 529 S. Second St.;
408/295-4200)
Sept 20-Oct 3: Tabard Theatre
Company presents the West Coast
premiere of Making God Laugh,
about a couple of beleaguered
“empty nest” parents who host their
three alternately troubled and triumphant children—a priest, an aspiring actress and a former star football
player—over the course of 30 years
of family celebrations with many
unexpected twists. Thurs-Fri, 8pm;
Sat, 3 and/or 8pm; Sun, 2pm. (San
Jose: Theatre on San Pedro Square,
29 N. San Pedro St.; 408/979-0231)
KIRK TUCK
Sept 20: Funny or Die Oddball
Fest. This festival features some of
the hottest comedians around,
including Dave Chappelle, Al
Madrigal, Hannibal Buress, Kristen
Schaal, and Jim Jefferies. 5pm.
➤ CALENDAR
FAMILY
Sept 6: The Wiggles. The vibrant
Wiggles, loved by children around the
world for their colorful cast of characters and catchy tunes, are introducing
a new female cast member and
music on their international tour.
6:30-8:30pm. (San Jose: San Jose
Civic, 135 W. San Carlos St.;
408/792-4111)
ART EXHIBITS
San Jose Institute of
Contemporary Art This non-profit
organization features contemporary,
cutting-edge art, with an emphasis
on emerging artists. On exhibit this
month: •NextNewCa (thru Sept 14)
features California’s newest artists on
the scene, with works including new
media, installation, photography,
painting, drawing and sculpture.
Tues-Fri, 10-5; Sat, 12-5. (San Jose:
560 S. First St.; 408/283-8155)
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Cantor Arts Center at Stanford
University 20th-century European
and American art is presented in a
variety of indoor and outdoor galleries, along with a diverse permanent collection spanning the history
of art and a broad spectrum of cultures. Exhibits this month include:
•Storied Past: Four Centuries of
French Drawings from the
Blanton Museum of Art (thru Sept
22) This exhibition presents 55 exemplary French drawings that chronicle
the development of the medium from
the Renaissance to the opening of
the 20th century. •Drawn to the
Body: French Figure Drawings
from the Cantor Arts Center
Collection (thru Sept 22) showcases
a selection of 17th-19th century
French drawings depicting the human
body form. •Matisse Jazz (thru Sept
22) showcases Matisse collages that
were printed in the pochoir screenprint process. •Inspired by
Temptation: Odilon Redon and
Saint Anthony (thru Oct 20)
includes three of Redon’s most
famous lithographic albums inspired
by Flaubert’s novel The Temptation of
Saint Anthony. Wed-Sun, 11-5pm;
Thurs, 11-8pm. (Stanford: Lomita
Dr. & Museum Way; 650/723-4177)
San Jose Museum of Art
Located downtown, this museum
showcases works from the 20th and
21st centuries, emphasizing post1980 Bay Area artists. On exhibit this
month: •Annie Leibovitz:
Pilgrimage (thru Sept 8) features
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photographers. •Timelapse: Doug
Hall and the Western Landscape
(thru Oct 20) Hall’s art explores the
Golden Gate Bridge in a completely
new way. •Swans, Swine & Sirens
(thru Dec 1) Works on paper drawn
from the permanent collection
explore the heroes, gods, and monsters found in Greek mythology. TuesSun, 11-5. (San Jose: 110 S. Market
St.; 408/294-2787)
San Jose Museum ofQuilts
& Textiles This unique museum
features contemporary and traditional
quilts from around the world. On
exhibit this month: •Collecting
New York Beauty Quilts: Bill
Volckening’s Passion (thru Oct 27)
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INSIDE THE ARTIST’S STUDIO... Ever wish you could be a fly on the wall in an artist’s studio? Now you can
experience that at the de Saisset Museum’s new exhibit, Fletcher Benton: The Artist’s Studio (thru Dec 6).
This traveling exhibition explores the unique methods of this world-renowned kinetic and constructivist sculptor.
Experiential and interactive, the exhibition looks at the inspirations, processes, toys and tools that Benton himself
uses to create his art, and provides a rare opportunity to see the studio—a typically private space—through the
artist’s eyes. See sculptures and maquettes (small scale models) and large-scale photographs of his working environment, listen to a sound-track created in-studio, smell the odors of the workplace, and check out a reproduction
of his work table, complete with digitized welding sparks flying underneath. Tues-Sun, 11-4. (Santa Clara
University, 500 El Camino Real; 408/554-4528)
traces the life story of an extraordinary American quilt pattern and a
collector’s singular pursuit and fascinating research surrounding quilts
made with this complex and graphic
design. •Tasty! Food Inspired
Quilts (thru Oct 27) offers a whimsical exploration into the intersection of
some of our most basic needs: food,
warmth and community. On view is a
gigantic replica of a tortilla, a fruit
quilt, and a psychedelic burger quilt.
Tues-Sun, 10-5. (San Jose: 520 S.
First St.; 408/971-0323)
SPECTATOR
SPORTS (HOME GAMES)
Sept 24-26: Dodgers. Tue-Thurs,
7:15pm.
Sept 27-29: Padres. Fri, 7:15pm;
Sat-Sun, 1:05pm.
BASEBALL
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS (San
Francisco: AT&T Park; 415/972-2000)
Sept 5-8: Diamondbacks. ThursFri, 7:15pm; Sat, 6:05pm; Sun,
1:05pm.
Sept 9-11: Rockies. Mon-Tue,
7:15pm; Wed, 12:45pm.
OAKLAND ATHLETICS (Oakland:
Oakland Coliseum; 877/493-BALL)
Sept 1: Rays. Sun, 1:05pm.
Sept 2-4: Rangers. Mon, 1:05pm;
Tue, 7:05pm; Wed, 12:35pm.
Sept 5-8: Astros. Thurs-Fri,
7:05pm; Sat-Sun, 1:05pm.
Sept 16-18: Angels. Mon-Tues,
7:05pm; Wed, 12:35pm.
Sept 19-22: Twins. Thurs-Fri,
7:05pm; Sat-Sun, 1:05pm.
SOCCER
SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES (Santa
Clara: Buck Shaw Stadium, 500 El
Camino Real; 877/QUAKE-01)
Sept 8: Philadelphia. 8pm.
Sept 14: Vancouver. 7:30pm.
Sept 17: Montreal. 7pm. ✦
TIM LINCECUM (SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS)
ASSOCIATED PRESS (BOTTOM LEFT)
SAN JOSE GIANTS (San Jose:
Municipal Stadium; 408/297-1435)
Sept 1-2: Inland Empire 66ers.
Sun, 1pm; Mon, 2pm.
Sept 7-8: Division Series. 6pm.
ATTRACTIONS & MUSEUMS
Top Things to See & Do, In & Around Silicon Valley
(For art museums, see under calendar)
IN & AROUND SAN JOSE
California’s Great America
Northern California’s largest family
entertainment park offers over 50
thrill rides, along with tons of family
rides and attractions, including a
complete water park. In September:
Open weekends and Labor Day.
(Santa Clara: Great America Pkwy.
between Hwys. 101 & 237;
408/988-1776)
Children’s Discovery Museum
Fun and learning go hand in hand at
this museum, one of the largest of its
kind in the nation, where you’ll find
150 hands-on semi-permanent and
traveling exhibits, innovative programs and lively performances incorporating science, art, humanities and
more. Children and adults alike are
invited to prod, test and tinker in a
special blend of participatory learning
and playful discovery. Among the
exhibits, Waterways allows young
ones to explore the way water gushes, rushes and flows, while Secrets
of Circles celebrates the math, science and beauty of wheels, clocks,
doorknobs and many other circles
around us. Also currently on exhibit,
Mammoth Discovery! offers a
glimpse into the history of this
ancient animal. Visitors can view
actual skull, femur and pelvis fossils
found locally, as well as a full-size
replica of a mammoth. In September:
Sat and Labor Day, 10-5; Sun, 12-5;
Tues-Fri, 10-3. Closed Sept 23-30.
(San Jose: 180 Woz Way; 408/2985437; www.cdm.org)
Golfland Centers Bring the kids to
these fun parks and enjoy miniature
golf, waterslides, video arcade games,
and pizza and snack bars at four
locations. Your inner kid will thank
you, too. Also available for school
parties, fundraisers and birthday parties. (•Sunnyvale: Golfland USA,
885 E. El Camino Real at Wolfe
Rd.; 408/245-1322. •San Jose:
Emerald Hills Golfland, 976
Blossom Hill Rd.; 408/225-1533.
•Castro Valley: Golden Tee
Golfland, 2533 Castro Valley Blvd.;
510/537-2168. •Milpitas: Milpitas
Golfland, 1199 Jacklin Rd. at Hwy.
680; 408/263-6855. For groups, call
408/245-8434.)
Happy Hollow Park & Zoo At
this great family destination, among
the rides are a carousel, a roller coaster, a Dragon Ride, a giant play structure, kiddie swings and a frog hopper. At the Animal Barn, kids can get
up close to a variety of animals—
from domestic species to typical barn
denizens. Additional exhibits feature
lemurs as well as fossas—the largest
member of the mongoose family,
native to Madagascar. Open daily, 105. (San Jose: Kelley Park, Keyes &
Senter Rds.; 408/794-6400)
History Park This charming 14-acre
historic park has a small-town atmosphere highlighted by free rides on a
historic trolley and 27 original and
replica historic buildings. Among
these buildings are a Museum Store
and O’Brien’s Café, which is complete
with an ice cream parlor and candy
store. Tues-Sun, 11-5. (San Jose:
Kelley Park, 1650 Senter Rd.;
408/287-2290)
Intel Museum Discover how Intel’s
groundbreaking silicon technology
has changed the way we work, live
and play by exploring a fab, or fabrication facility, a super-clean silicon
chip manufacturing center; learning
about the evolution of Intel’s silicon
history; writing your name in binary
code; creating your own digital postcards; and tinkering with more than
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30 interactive exhibits. Free, docentled tours may be arranged ahead of
time. Stop by the museum store to
pick up some souvenirs, toys, gifts
and apparel. Free admission and
parking. Mon-Fri, 9-6; Sat, 10-5.
(Santa Clara: 2200 Mission College
Blvd.; 408/765-5050;
www.intel.com/museum)
K1 Speed With its award-winning
centers, professionally designed race
tracks, European-style racing, and
emission-free electric karts capable of
reaching 40mph, (faster than gas
karts!), K1 Speed is a revolution in
indoor karting. Silicon Valley’s first
electric indoor kart racing center features 65,000 sq. ft. of space
equipped with plasma televisions, a
gaming area, the Pit Café, and a
huge lobby with comfortable seating
areas to lounge in. Allowing novice
and veteran drivers to experience the
thrill of an authentic racing atmosphere makes this the perfect place to
race! Mon-Thurs, 12-10pm; Fri,
11am-11pm; Sat, 10am-11pm; Sun,
10am-8pm. (Santa Clara: 2925
Mead Ave. Also: South San
Francisco; 160 Beacon St. 855/517
7333; www.K1Speed.com)
Raging Waters Northern
California’s largest water park offers
23 acres and millions of gallons of
family fun, including thrilling highspeed slides, a huge wave pool and
an interactive themed water fort.
Open weekends & Labor Day; season
closes Sept 15. (San Jose: 2333 S.
White Rd.; 408/238-9900)
Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum
See the largest collection of ancient
Egyptian artifacts on display in western North America. The only museum
in the U.S. of authentic Egyptian
design houses a fascinating collection
of over 3,000 artifacts, objects, and
ritual items. Marvel at the preservation of mummies thousands of years
old, and descend into a full-scale
underground rock tomb, complete
with intricate hieroglyphics painted
on the walls. Wed-Fri, 9-5; Sat-Sun,
10-6. (San Jose: Rosicrucian Park,
1342 Naglee Ave.; 408/947-3636)
The Tech Museum of
Innovation This Silicon Valley landmark is the destination for visitors
seeking a glimpse of the most innovative place on earth. One of the
nation’s premier science and technology museums, this 132,000-squarefoot museum is dedicated to inspire
the innovator in everyone. Through
fun hands-on experiences and oneof-a-kind floor programs, many supported by Stanford and NASA, the
museum unleashes the creative
sparks hidden within. Enjoy the
largest IMAX® dome screen in the
West with its eight-story-high screen
and digital surround-sound system.
New! Build, program, and decorate a
“social robot” or explore The Tech
Studio, a unique space that boasts
the latest in cutting-edge digital fabrication with 3D printers. With so
many experiences at your fingertips,
the possibilities are limited only by
your imagination! And don’t miss the
first and last chance to see Star
Wars®: Where Science Meets
Imagination, October 19,
2013 through February 23, 2014.
This 10,000-square-foot exhibition
includes 80 authentic costumes from
all 6 films, plus interactive hands-on
labs. The museum is open daily at
10am; closing times vary. NOTE: The
museum is closed Sept 3-6 for annual
deep cleaning. (Downtown San
Jose: 201 S. Market St.; 408/2948324; www.thetech.org)
Winchester Mystery House No
visit to Silicon Valley would be complete without a stop at this bizarre
attraction, once owned by Sarah
Winchester, the eccentric heiress to
the Winchester Rifle fortune.
Influenced by a fortune teller who
predicted she would live as long as
she continued to build her home, she
lived in her unfinished mansion for 38
years amidst the daily pounding of
hammers. The result is a 160-room
architectural marvel combining
Victorian beauty with unexplained
features, such as doors opening to
walls, skylights in floors and stairs
leading nowhere. Also on site, the
firearms and antique products museums provide historic background on
Western heritage, traditions and culture. Guided mansion tours and selfguided garden tours are offered. Café
and gift shop on site. In September:
Open 9am daily; last mansion tour at
7pm thru Labor Day; then 5pm. (San
Jose: 525 S. Winchester Blvd. btwn.
Hwys. 280 & 17; 408/247-2101;
www.winchestermysteryhouse.com)
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Our new build-yourown robot experience
where you design,
build, and program
a real robot using
sensors, controllers,
and actuators. The
possibilities are limited
only by your imagination!
ON THE PENINSULA
Allied Arts Guild This beautifully
renovated historic California property
is home to a diverse array of artists’
studios and stores. Browse the quaint
shops to find one-of-a-kind apparel,
jewelry and ceramics and stroll the
3.5 acres of exquisite gardens and
Spanish Colonial buildings. Mon-Sat,
10-5. (Menlo Park: 75 Arbor Rd., at
the end of Cambridge Ave.;
650/322-2405)
Computer History Museum
Explore the history of the industry
that drives Silicon Valley. The exhibit,
Revolution: The First 2,000 Years
of Computing, immerses visitors in
the sights, sounds and stories of the
computer revolution through more
than 1,000 artifacts and media stations. In addition, visitors can see
Going Places: A History of Google
Maps with Street View; and the
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Space Wars. (Mountain View: 1401
N. Shoreline Blvd.; 650/810-1010)
Filoli One of the finest remaining
country estates of the early 20th century, this 654-acre property includes a
Georgian country mansion, decorated
with 17th- and 18th-century furnishings, and a spectacular 16-acre
English Renaissance garden. Tours
and docent-led hikes are offered.
Open thru Oct 27: Labor Day & TuesSat, 10-3:30; Sun, 11-3:30. Last
admission at 2:30. (Woodside: 86
Cañada Rd., off Hwy. 280Edgewood Rd.; 650/364-8300)
Hiller Aviation Museum Journey
into the past and future of aviation in
this museum with more than 75 replicas and restored aircraft, hands-on
displays, models and photographs.
Daily, 10-5. (San Carlos: 601 Skyway
Rd., off Hwy. 101; 650/654-0200)
K1 Speed See description in listing
for Santa Clara location under San
Jose & Surroundings. (South San
Francisco: 160 S. Beacon St.;
855/517 7333; www.K1Speed.com)
At Coyote Creek Golf Club, just minutes south of downtown San
Jose, lie two spectacular 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature Courses
featuring state-of-the-art GPS systems as well as a practice facility
rated “the best on the PGA Sr. Tour.” Annual membership programs
offered to both the Tournament and Valley courses. Group and company tournament packages are available. (Morgan Hill: 1 Coyote
Creek Golf Dr.; 408/463-1400)
NASA Ames Exploration
Visitor Center See one of the original Mercury capsules, touch a space
shuttle wind tunnel model, or view
the latest planetary images and
videos. Exhibits include the Science
of Opportunity Expedition 6,
Space Lab J Frog Embryology Unit
and International Space Station
ISS; a topographical display of Mars’
landscape; and a sample of moon
rock, collected by the crew of Apollo
15. Tues-Fri, 10-4; Sat-Sun, 12-4.
(Mountain View: Take NASA Pkwy.
exit off Hwy. 101 and follow signs
to the white tent; 650/604-6274)
San Mateo County History
Museum Housed in the 1910 Old
Courthouse, this museum presents
permanent and rotating exhibits on
the history of the Peninsula. TuesSun, 10-4. (Redwood City: 750
Middlefield Rd.; 650/299-0104)
Stanford University Originally
built in 1891, the campus architecture is a graceful blend of Old World
design and early California missions.
One of the most striking structures is
the Memorial Church at the Main
Quad. The campus also holds a
notable collection of outdoor art,
including the Rodin Sculpture
Garden. (Palo Alto: off El Camino
Real; 650/723-2560)
SOUTH OF SAN JOSE
Casa de Fruta Waterwheels,
antique farm machinery and other
artifacts can be found on the grounds
of this family-owned attraction with
more than 100 years of history.
Visitors come for fresh produce, wines
and gourmet foods, while a miniature
locomotive, a 24-hour restaurant and
a gift shop offer more reasons yet to
stay. Hours vary. (Hollister: 10021
Pacheco Pass Hwy.; 408/842-7282)
Gilroy Gardens Set among 600
acres, this family park combines
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dens and trees. Open weekends and
Labor Day, 10-6. (Gilroy: 3050
Hecker Pass Hwy.; 408/840-7100)
Monterey Bay Aquarium Nearly
200 fascinating galleries and exhibits
explore the ecosystems of Monterey
Bay. Permanent exhibits include a million-gallon display with tuna, sharks
barracuda, sea turtles and pelagic
rays; an exquisite jellyfish gallery; a
three-story kelp forest; an octopus
gallery; a walk-through wave-crash
tunnel; and an otter exhibit. Daily, 105. (Monterey: 886 Cannery Row;
831/648-4888)
Roaring Camp Railroads Ride
authentic 1800s steam trains with
conductors narrating the history of
the railroad and scenery along the
way. The one-hour, 15-minute Bear
Mountain trip winds through redwoods, while the three-hour Santa
Cruz route (seasonal only) travels to
the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
September schedule: Bear Mountain
Train departures daily. Santa Cruz
Beach Train departures weekends
only. (Felton: Graham Hill Rd.;
831/335-4484)
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Visitors of all ages enjoy this vintage
seaside amusement park, where 34
full-size and children’s rides include
the historic Giant Dipper wooden
roller coaster, a 1911 Looff carousel,
and a thrilling Hurricane ride. In
September: Open weekends and
Labor Day. Video game arcades and
carnival games year-round. (Santa
Cruz: 400 Beach St.; 831/426-7433)
EAST BAY
LeMans Karting Experience the
speed and excitement of true wheelto-wheel racing action. LeMans
Karting puts you in the driver’s seat of
a European-built racing kart.
Supremely engineered by pros in
France with a celebrated track record
in motorsports, their technically
advanced karts deliver an unbeatable
combination of speed, handling and
safety for drivers of all levels. Mon, 310; Tues-Thurs, 12-10; Fri, 12-midnight; Sat, 11am-midnight; Sun, 119. (Fremont: 45957 Hotchkiss St.;
510/770-9001) ✦
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THE CLUB
SPORTIVA
EXOTIC
CAR TOUR
DESIGNED FOR THE
CAR AFICIONADO
by Camron Mashayekh
Photos by Ben Revzin
TOP: ALL LINED UP AND READY TO ROAR;
BELOW: DRIVING ALONG SKYLINE;
FACING PAGE: A STOP LOOKING
OUT ONTO THE PACIFIC OCEAN
ARRIVING AT CLUB SPORTIVA FOR ONE
OF ITS EXOTIC CAR TOURS, it doesn’t
take long for us to understand why the
staff seems almost giddy to get started.
The club’s collection of cars is a highlight
reel of any enthusiast’s “dream list.” On
the day of my recent tour, the selection
included a Ferrari F430, Lotus Elise, Nissan GTR,
Porsche 911 Turbo, Maserati GranTurismo, and Aston
Martin Vantage. (The selection varies depending upon availability;
additional possibilities include a Bentley, Lamborghini, and other
lesser known gems like a Porsche 993 Turbo.) Led by a “tour
guide,” five drivers including myself would take turns putting each
of these cars through its paces on local highways.
Our reception and orientation were accompanied by a light breakfast in the clubhouse, which includes a comfortable lounge, cigar
room, conference room, gym, wine cellar, and a Ferrari-logoed billiards table. The next step was a short driving test in a Subaru BRZ,
just to make sure we were all up to the task, followed by a quick
briefing. Among other things, the staff warned us that the Lotus
lacked any electronic driver aids, so we would need to rely on our
own skills to avoid crashing it. Just as our guide finished explaining
this, we had a blind drawing to pick our first
car—and you can guess which car I drew.
Our tour set off to Los Gatos, where we
turned onto Highway 9 toward Saratoga
and picked up Big Basin Way. Up the mountains toward Skyline Boulevard, the road
becomes sinuous and the traffic thins out.
Picking up the pace, our guide made it clear
that we were now meant to drive the cars
as intended by their designers. The Lotus
and I, with its go-kart-like behavior, chased the screaming exhaust
sounds of our guide’s Ferrari up the mountain to Skyline, where
we made our first stop to change cars. Next up for me was the
GTR, and it took only moments before I was impressed by how
effortlessly the car navigated the tree-lined curves along the ridge
toward Woodside.
After stopping for lunch at Alice’s Restaurant, we sped off down
toward the coast on Highway 84. Now driving the 911 Turbo convertible with the top down, I took in the magnificent scenery—
along with the sound of six high-powered machines reverberating
off the hillsides. Reaching the coast, after a quick stint south on
Highway 1, we stopped again to catch our breath and enjoy the
gorgeous setting.
With more than 30 different
exotic & luxury vehicles, Club
Sportiva also offers non-member
day rentals—the perfect gift for a
birthday, wedding, weekend outing, or as a corporate sales incentive—as well as club memberships. The company's four clubhouses are located in San Jose,
Menlo Park, San Francisco and
Marina del Rey. For more information, call 866/719-1600 or visit
www.ClubSportiva.com
The luxurious interior of the Maserati GranTurismo convertible welcomed me next as we set off up Pescadero Creek Road, heading
back to Skyline. I was quickly impressed by how this comparatively
large grand tourer so easily conquered the tight turns of this twisting stretch. Our return to Skyline began my drive in the Vantage
convertible, which our group later voted unanimously as the “sexiest” car of the bunch. Looping back to Highway 9, the final leg of
our excursion back to reality allowed me to taste the Ferrari F430.
The power, sounds, and sensations of the
“prancing horse” were overwhelming, making me feel like a Formula 1 champion.
Returning to Club Sportiva, we all agreed
we’d had a magical day. Accompanied by a
group of like-minded people and hosted by
a fabulous staff, there is no better way for
car enthusiasts to experience some of the
world’s finest vehicles on roads combining
extraordinary challenge with great scenery.
WINE TASTING
Santa Clara Valley and the Santa Cruz region host more than 80 small wineries, many open to the public for tasting. Listed below are some top picks for wine tasting. Visit santaclarawines.com (Santa
Clara Valley wineries) or scmwa.com (Santa Cruz Mountain wineries) for more info.
Big Basin Vineyards (Saratoga:
14598 Big Basin Way; 408/5647346) Tasting Thurs-Mon, 11-5.
Cooper-Garrod (Saratoga: 22645
Garrod Rd.; 408/867-7116) Tasting
weekdays, 12-5; weekends, 11-5.
Burrell School Vineyards (Los
Gatos: 24060 Summit Rd.; 408/3536290) Tasting Thurs-Sun, 11-5.
David Bruce (Los Gatos: 21439
Bear Creek Rd.; 408/354-4214)
Tasting Thurs-Fri, 12-5; Sat-Sun, 11-5.
Byington Winery (Los Gatos:
21850 Bear Creek Rd.; 408/3541111) Tasting daily, 11-5.
Guglielmo Winery (Morgan Hill:
1480 E. Main Ave.; 408/779-2145)
This third generation, family-owned
winery produces award-winning varietals from Santa Clara Valley estate
vineyards, as well as from other premium winegrowing regions within
California. Tasting daily, 10-5.
Cinnabar Winery (Saratoga:
14612 Big Basin Way; 408/8671012) Tasting daily, 11-5.
Clos LaChance (San Martin: 1
Hummingbird Ln.; 408/686-1050)
Tasting daily, 11-5.
J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines (San
Jose: 1000 Lenzen Ave.; 408/288-
10am - 5pm daily
5057) This estate-focused winery produces wines from extensive plantings
in Monterey County, as well as vineyards in Paso Robles and Napa Valley.
Try their Bordeaux-style blends, as
well as Cabernet Sauvignons and
Chardonnays. Tasting daily, 10-5.
La Nebbia (Half Moon Bay: 12341
San Mateo Rd. (Hwy. 92); 650/7269463) Tasting daily, 10-5.
Picchetti Winery (Cupertino:
13100 Montebello Rd.; 408/7411310) Tasting daily, 11-5.
Regale Winery (Los Gatos: 24040
Summit Rd.; 408/353-2500) Tasting
Fri-Sun, 12-5.
Sarah’s Vineyard (Gilroy: 4005
Hecker Pass Hwy.; 877/44-PINOT)
Savannah-Chanelle Vineyards
(Saratoga: 23600 Big Basin Way;
408/741-2934) Tasting daily, 9-5.
Storrs Winery (Santa Cruz: Old
Sash Mill, 303 Portero St. #35.;
831/458-5030) Tasting daily, 12-5.
AWARD-WINNING WINES SINCE 1925
TASTING ROOM/GIFT SHOP
Open Daily 10-5
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1000 Lenzen Avenue
San Jose, CA 95126
408.918.2160
Testarossa Vineyards (Los Gatos:
300-A College Ave.; 408/354-6150.)
Thomas Fogarty (Woodside:
19501 Skyline Blvd.; 650/ 8516777) Tasting Thurs-Sun, 11-5. ✦
SHOPPING
SHOPPING CENTERS
& DESTINATIONS
Capitola-by-the-Sea. With the
azure waters of Monterey Bay as the
backdrop, this charming beach town
is packed with interesting shops, dining spots, and wine bars, all within
just a few blocks. Browse for everything from artglass and handmade
gifts to designer apparel and highfashion bikinis. (Located 4 miles
south of Santa Cruz; visit
www.capitolavillage.com.)
Gilroy Premium Outlets Shop
145 name-brand and designer outlets
and enjoy savings of 25 to 65 percent
every day at Ann Taylor, Banana
Republic, Coach, Gap Outlet, J.Crew,
Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Saks Fifth
Avenue off 5th and more. Mon-Sat,
10-9; Sun, 10-6. (Gilroy: Hwy. 101,
exit Leavesley Rd.; 408/842-3729;
www.premiumoutlets.com/gilroy)
Great Mall This huge mall features
more than 200 retailers offering big
discounts off designer labels and
brand names. Mon-Sat, 10-9; Sun,
11-8. (Milpitas: Great Mall Pkwy.;
408/956-2033)
Hillsdale Shopping Center The
Peninsula’s largest enclosed shopping
center offers a diverse selection of
shopping, from fashion and jewelry
to household and luxury items. You’ll
find Macy’s, Nordstrom and Sears,
plus 120 specialty stores including
Coach, Apple, Banana Republic,
MAC, LEGO, Forever 21, H&M,
Barnes & Noble, DSW Shoes,
Williams-Sonoma. Mon-Sat, 10-9;
Sun, 11-7. (San Mateo: Hillsdale
Blvd. at El Camino; 650/345-8222)
Los Gatos Located in the foothills
of the Santa Cruz mountains, just
minutes from San Jose, downtown
Los Gatos is a shopper’s paradise. In a
setting that exudes small-town
charm, national-brand emporia are
blended with a mix of small, owneroperated boutiques and shops offering everything from the latest in high
couture and sportswear to art, jewel-
offering more than 15 different
cuisines. (Campbell: 1875 S. Bascom
Blvd.; 877/367-0006)
ry, antiques, and Native American
crafts. (Downtown at N. Santa Cruz
& University Avenues)
The Pruneyard Flowers, graceful
palm trees, fountains, patios, Tuscaninspired architecture and oak-shaded
parking areas provide the ambiance
for a medley of 35 shops and services—including Marshall’s, a bookstore,
a bridal shop, beauty shops, and a
movie theater—as well as restaurants
Santana Row This unique
European-inspired urban neighborhood houses a bevy of over 70
shops and boutiques including
Lululemon, Anthropologie, Free
People, H&M and Tommy Bahama,
while locally owned boutiques such
as Smith Alder, Pink Stripes and
Penelope provide surprises around
every corner. Santana Row also offers
more than 20 cafes and restaurants,
as well as nine spas and salons. (San
Jose: Stevens Creek & Winchester
Blvds.; 408/551-4611)
Santa Cruz Interesting shops,
unique galleries and import bazaars
are clustered in the lively downtown
area on and off Pacific Avenue. Find
designer jewelry, unique clothing and
footwear, kitchen accessories, local
Beauty
Begins
Beneath...
• Gorgeous European Lingerie: gowns, robes,
bustiers, corsets, bras & more
• Top designers: Prima Donna, Marie Jo,
Lise Charmel, Wolford, Chantelle, Cosabella,
Cotton Club, Christine, and many more ...
• Professional, discreet atmosphere
• Experienced bra fittings–sizes 28AA to 48H
BURLINGAME
1445 Burlingame Ave.
650-347-5022
DOWNTOWN PALO ALTO
547 Bryant St. (Between University & Hamilton)
650-323-7979
Mon-Sat, 10-6 • Sun, 12-5
www.charmelle28.com
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crafts, sustainably produced clothing
as well as “only in Santa Cruz”
skateboard and surf shops.
Stanford Shopping Center One
of the few open-air centers in the
nation, this prestigious shopping
center is home to more than 140
world class stores and four department stores: Bloomingdale’s,
Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom and
Macy’s. Mon-Fri, 10-9; Sat, 10-7;
Sun, 11-6. (Palo Alto: El Camino
Real, adjacent to Stanford
University; 650/617-8200)
Town & Country Village Clay
tile roofs and ivy-covered sheltered
walkways made with beams of old
rail lumber are hallmarks of this
shopping center. A variety of shops
offering everything from apparel
and jewelry to home accessories,
can be found here, as well as dining
spots. Open daily. (Palo Alto:
Embarcadero Rd. & El Camino
Real; 650/325-3266)
MEXICAN OFFERINGS AT THE SAN JOSE FLEA MARKET
as Macy’s and Nordstrom. Mon-Fri,
10-9:30; Sat, 10-9; Sun, 11-7. (Santa
Clara: 2855 Stevens Creek Blvd.;
408/248-4451)
AFRICAN ART/FURNITURE
Westfield Valley Fair This retail
center showcases a collection of
Jungletraders This gallery showcases thousands of African artifacts
as well as beautiful furniture made
from recycled railway sleepers—rich
230 shops and restaurants, as well
African hardwoods laid in the African
soil over one hundred years ago.
Open daily, 11-6:30. (Half Moon
Bay: 424 Main St.; 650/560-9955)
APPAREL
Meyer Bunje Shop for art-inspired
clothing and accessories by local and
national designers and artists. MonSat, 10-5. (Burlingame: 308 Lorton
Ave.; 650/347-4626)
➤ SHOPPING
Smith Alder This intimate boutique represents the unique clothing
and jewelry of over 30 designers,
featuring beautiful and artistic
American-made and European
womenswear, art jewelry and accessories. Open daily. (San Jose: 377
Santana Row, Suite 1055;
408/260-7555)
The Art of
Being a Woman
Exquisite Lingerie, Sleepwear,
and Hosiery from the Finest
European Designers
~Beautifully Fitted~
BEADING & JEWELRY
Natural Expressions This store
carries a huge selection of beads—
from Swarovski crystal to vintage
glass—as well as jewelry-making
tools. Open daily. (Los Gatos: 140
W. Main St.; 408/354-5330)
1139 Chestnut Street, Menlo Park • 650.325.2965
BEDDING
Scandia Home The highest quality
of bedding is offered here—from
down comforters and pillows to bed
linens and blankets. Open daily.
(Palo Alto: Town & Country
Village, 855 El Camino Real;
650/326-8583)
FLEA MARKET
San Jose Flea Market Visit the
original flea market, the one that
started the trend that has spread
across the U.S. Serving the Bay Area
since 1960, this market has grown
to encompass more than a thousand different shops over 120 acres,
making it the nation’s largest outdoor shopping attraction. Looking
for an offbeat item? You’ll probably
find it here. You’ll even find a ¼
mile-long farmers’ market, dozens
of restaurants and snack bars, and
live entertainment. Free admission.
Parking: $5, Sat/Sun. (San Jose:
1590 Berryessa Rd., between
Hwys. 101 and 680; 408/453-1110)
GALLERIES
Borsini-Burr Galleries Paintings,
sculptures and rare fine art editions
by artists such as Michael Parkes,
Robert Bissell, and Lori Preusch
share a common theme of imaginary realism. Call for hours.
(Montara: 1401 Main St.;
650/712-2111)
➤ SHOPPING
Gallery M This premier woodworking gallery showcaes museum-quality, handmade furniture and accessories from over 100 emerging and
established woodworkers. Open
daily, except Tues. (Half Moon Bay:
328 Main St.; 650/726-7167)
JEWELRY
Blacy’s This elegant jewelry store
offers the finest jewelry by leading
American and European designers, as
well as custom design services and
the expertise of a graduate gemologist. Tues-Wed, 10-5; Thurs-Sat, 10-6;
Sun 12-5. (Los Gatos: 51 University
Ave.; 408/354-9500)
Gehrkens Proprietor Kenneth
Gehrkens crafts elegant jewelry using
the finest gems, pearls, diamonds
and gold, making this jewelry store a
Los Gatos favorite for over 25 years.
(Los Gatos: 3 N. Santa Cruz Ave.;
408/354-2557)
LINGERIE
Charmelle 28 This popular Bay
Area shopping destination offers the
most exclusive fine lingerie from
leading European fashion designers.
With two locations, the wide selection at this charming boutique
includes beautiful sleepwear, gowns
and robes; alluring bustiers, corsets
and hosiery; exquisite bridal lingerie;
and, of course, an array of bras and
panties. Top designers include Lise
LUXURY BEDDING AT SCANDIA HOME IN PALO ALTO
Charmel, Simone Perele, Aubade,
Prima Donna, Millesia, Cosabella,
Chantelle, Wolford, Christine
Vancouver, I.D. Sarrieri, Hanky Panky,
Marie Jo and more. The pleasantly
discreet atmosphere makes everyone—including men—feel comfortable. Professional fittings available 7
days a week. Sizes range from 28A48I. Mon-Sat, 10-6; Sun, 12-5. (Palo
Alto: 547 Bryant St.; 650/323-7979.
Burlingame: 1445 Burlingame
Ave.; 650/347-5022;
www.charmelle28.com)
Ela Lingerie This boutique features
high-quality lingerie from leading
European designers in sizes 32A–46H.
Along with well-known brands such
as Lise Charmel, Le Mystere, Aubade,
Wolford, Prima Donna and Simone
Perele, Ela also features exciting new
designers such as Marlies Dekkers,
Fleur T and I.D. Sarrieri, in styles from
everyday to special occasion.
Beautiful sleepwear and loungewear
includes styles by Italy’s Rossella and
other leading designers. Expert fittings are offered by owner, Marcia.
Both women and men feel welcome
to shop here. (Menlo Park: 1139
Chestnut St.; 650/325-2965)
TABLEWARE
Annieglass Handcrafted glass
tableware produced by awardwinning artist Ann Morhauser offers
an elegant mix of delectable colors
and transparent glass with lush 24karat gold and platinum. Sat, 11-6;
Sun, 11-5. (Santa Cruz: 110 Cooper
St.; 831/427-4260)
TOYS
Automobuild This friendly familyrun store offers a fun assortment of
models, remote control cars, puzzles
and building-type toys. Mon-Sat,
10–6; Sun, 10-5. (Los Gatos: 21 W.
Main St.; 408/402-3818)
The Spa-Los Gatos Housed in a beautifully appointed facility reminiscent of a European getaway, this premier day spa features a variety of
healing and relaxing massages, facials and body treatments. All services are
completely customized to clients’ needs, using only the highest quality
products. (Los Gatos: 100 S. Santa Cruz Ave.; 408/354-5901)
Sierra Toy Soldier Company
This store offers a vast collection of
high quality collectibles, from historical figures, military miniatures and toy
soldiers to model aircraft. Mon-Sat,
10–6; Sun, 12–5. (Los Gatos: 29 N.
Santa Cruz Ave.; 408/395-3000) ✦
DINING
AMERICAN
Birk’s Reminiscent of a bustling
brasserie, complete with impeccable
service and lively atmosphere, the
well-executed menu at this classic
American grill includes an array of
dishes using top-notch ingredients.
Highlights include hand-cut prime
bone-in rib chops, filet mignon, rack
of lamb with griddled herb polenta
and dry-aged New York steak, all
grilled over almond wood and
mesquite charcoal. Fresh seafood, like
Alaskan King crab legs and ahi tuna,
is also available. The bar’s equally varied offerings include micro-brewed
beers, premium spirits, domestic
wines and even cigars. Lunch: MonFri, 11:15-2:30. Dinner: Mon-Sat, 510; Sun, 5-9. (Santa Clara: 3955
Freedom Circle; 408/980-6400;
www.birksrestaurant.com)
Double D’s Sports Grille Great
food, a lively atmosphere, a plethora
of sports events on high definition
TVs and pool tables make this a popular destination. The menu features
burgers, pizzas, seafood and more.
Full bar. Mon-Thurs, 11-10; Fri-Sat,
11-11; Sun, 11-9. (Los Gatos: 354 N.
Santa Cruz Ave.; 408/395-6882)
Max’s Restaurants Max’s Law #1
is: “This restaurant is run for the
enjoyment and pleasure of our customers, not the convenience of the
staff or the owners.” This is why you
see Max’s customers having a good
time eating large portions of fresh,
tasty food served by an enthusiastic
staff. With several Bay Area locations, Max’s N.Y. deli-style restaurants
offer an extensive menu of seafood,
broiled steaks and chicken, burgers,
salads, pasta, over-the-top sandwiches and award-winning desserts.
Nightly entertainment offered at the
Palo Alto, Burlingame and San
Francisco locations. Full bar. Open 7
days for lunch and dinner. (Max’s
Restaurant and Bar of Burlingame:
1250 Old Bayshore Hwy.; 650/3426297; Max’s Opera Cafe of Palo
Alto: Stanford Shopping Center;
650/323-6297; Max’s of Redwood
City: Sequoia Station, 1001 El
Camino Real; 650/365- 6297’ Max’s
at the Opera: San Francisco: 601
Van Ness; 415/771-7300)
The Mountain House Enjoy generous servings of seafood, steak, veal,
venison, pasta and homemade
desserts in a rustic, candle-lit dining
room. Lunch served Sun as of 2pm.
Dinner served Wed-Sun. (Woodside:
13808 Skyline Blvd.; 650/851-8541)
The Park Bar & Grill The menu
may be chock full of traditional
American favorites like burgers,
steaks, grilled cheese sandwiches and
apple pie, but don’t expect old-fashioned surroundings at this stylish
eatery, situated inside the chic
Moorpark Hotel. Full bar. Breakfast
daily. Dinner: Mon-Sat, 6-10. Happy
hour: Mon-Sat, 6-7. (San Jose: 4241
Moorpark Ave.; 408/864-0300)
Sonoma Chicken Coop This casual restaurant features wine country
cuisine such as grilled salmon risotto
and “Roost-tisserie” chicken in addition to a variety of hand tossed
entrée salads. Open daily from 11am.
(Downtown San Jose: 31 N.
Market St.; 408/287-4098. Also: 90
Skyport Dr., San Jose; 408/392-0212
and 200 E. Campbell Ave.,
Campbell; 408/866-2699)
Shadowbrook A hillside “cable
car” and garden path lead you down
lush gardens with waterfalls and rock
walls on the banks of a creek. Enjoy
light entrées and pizza in the lounge
from 3pm daily and creative specials
➤ DINING
as well as traditional offerings in the
evening. (Capitola: Wharf &
Capitola Rd.; 831/475-1511)
CONTEMPORARY
AMERICAN
Affinity Restaurant & Lounge
This striking restaurant offers
European-inspired cuisine. Enjoy casual table service in the dining room or
al fresco seating on the patio; jet setters can choose from a range of
tasty “to go” options. Breakfast,
entrée and dessert crêpes are a specialty here. Lunch and dinner specials
are created daily based on the freshest ingredients available. Flat-screens
are placed throughout the restaurant
so you can catch the news, sports or
your favorite show. Open daily, 6am10pm. (San Jose: Hilton San Jose,
300 Almaden Blvd.; 408/287-2100)
John Bentley’s Chef John Bentley’s
innovative menu features sustainably
farmed produce, free-range beef and
the freshest of seafood. Enjoy all this
in an inviting atmosphere with a full
bar and a great selection of wines.
Lunch: Mon-Fri. Dinner: Mon-Sat.
(Redwood City: 2915 El Camino
Real; 650/365-7777)
Loft Bar & Bistro Drinks and dancing are the draw at this nightlife
hotspot in San Jose, but so is cuisine—from a grilled filet mignon with
cabernet sauce to crab cakes and
baked halibut. Lunch and dinner
daily. (San Jose: 90 S. 2nd St.;
408/291-0677)
Parcel 104 Using ingredients from
local growers, ranches and dairies,
celebrity chef Bradley Ogden’s menu
reflects what’s in season, engaging
patrons’ palates with innovative creations. A custom wine cellar stocks
an award-winning selection of 550
wines. Breakfast daily. Lunch &
Dinner, Mon-Fri. (Santa Clara: 2700
Mission College Blvd., at the Santa
Clara Marriott; 408/970-6104)
Piacere Piacere uses the freshest
produce and seafood, as well as the
finest grade meats and poultry, to
create dazzling takes on contemporary American cuisine. The open-air
lounge is ideal for wine tasting or
➤ DINING
enjoying a cocktail, and is home to
live music twice a week. Lunch: MonFri. Brunch: Sat-Sun. Dinner: nightly.
(San Carlos: 727 Laurel St.;
650/592-3536)
Vault 164 An eclectic, contemporary American menu includes such
choices as bourbon and maple
glazed pork chop and a savory flatbread with caramelized onion,
Applewood smoked bacon, and
Cambozola cheese. The menu also
offers a variety of salads, aged
steaks, roasted chicken, fresh pasta,
and seafood. Full bar. Lunch MonFri; dinner daily. (San Mateo: 164
South B St.; 650/348-8164)
EVERYTHING
BRAZILIAN
Espetus Set inside a large, warmly
lit dining room, this churrascaria
offers authentic Brazilian fare, served
rodizio style. Different cuts of premium-quality meats and seafood are
spit-roasted on large skewers and
brought to your table by circulating
waiters. A diverse cocktail and wine
menu, and a bar with exotic side
dishes, round off your meal. Open
daily. (San Mateo: 710 S. B St.;
650/342-8700)
Pampas This swank Brazilian churrascaria offers unlimited portions of
meats, spit-roasted and brought to
your table by circulating waiters.
Included in the prix fixe menu is a
bountiful side bar of vegetables, salads and cheese. Full bar. Lunch: MonFri. Dinner: Daily. (Palo Alto: 529
Alma St.; 650/327-1323)
BREWPUB
Faultline Brewing Company
Kick back in the dining room or outdoor patio with one of 22 different
ales and lagers crafted on site. Tasty
starters, pastas, salads, and entrées
(such as macademia-crusted Ahi tuna)
bring brewpub staples to a whole
new level. Mon-Fri, 11:30-9:30; Sat,
5-9:30pm. (Sunnyvale: 1235
Oakmead Pkwy.; 408/736-2739)
Rock Bottom Brewery Awardwinning lagers, ales and stouts are
paired with a pub-style menu. Tasty
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MAX’S RESTAURANT & BAR | BURLINGAME
1250 Old Bayshore 650-342-6297
MAX’S CAFE | REDWOOD CITY
Sequoia Station, 1000 El Camino 650-365-6297
MAX’S OPERA CAFE | PALO ALTO
Stanford Shopping Center 650-323-6297
MAX’S AT THE OPERA | SAN FRANCISCO
601 Van Ness 415-771-7300
www.maxsworld.com
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items include spicy wings, pulled-pork
sandwiches, filet mignon with roasted
Open for lunch and dinner daily.
(Campbell: 1875 S. Bascom Ave.;
408/377-0707)
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Caffe Frascati Find a little slice of
Italy right in the heart of downtown
San Jose. Sip one of our their famous
cappuccinos, try a tasty panini, experience some live music, or just enjoy
happy hour with friends after a long
day at work. Beer and wine also
offered. Mon-Thurs, 7:30am-10pm;
Fri, 7:30am-midnight; Sat, 8am-midnight; Sun, 8am-9pm. (San Jose: 315
S. First St.; 408/287-0400)
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(AT SELBY LANE, AT BORDER OF ATHERTON)
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Fahrenheit Restaurant &
Lounge This urban restaurant and
lounge celebrates contemporary
California cuisine. With the use of
organic and sustainable ingredients,
their "farm-to-table" approach uses
the best of produce, poultry, fish, and
meat available, providing the inspiration for their ever-evolving menu.
Herb-crusted wild sea bass,
Creekstone hanger steak, ahi tuna
tartare tostada, and Asian pear and
green apple salad are just some of
the menu samples. Local boutique
wines and delicious craft cocktails are
among the beverage choices. Dinner:
Mon-Sat, 5-11pm; Happy Hour: MonSat, 5-7pm. (Downtown San Jose:
99 E. San Fernando St.; 408/9989998; www.fultralounge.com)
La Fontana Sophisticated yet casual
California dining is inspired by
Mediterranean cuisine. An array of
delicious choices includes pan-roasted
Pacific salmon, steaks and pastas
along with healthy choices such as
grilled chicken muffaletta. Breakfast,
lunch, and dinner daily. (Santa Clara:
Hilton Santa Clara, 4949 Great
America Pkwy.; 408/330-0001)
CARIBBEAN
Coconuts Head to downtown Palo
Alto for an island experience. Listen
to reggae, calypso and rhumba as
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you dine on classics such as braised
oxtail, curried goat, jerk chicken and
codfish fritters. Live music Fri-Sat.
Lunch: Tues-Fri. Dinner: Tues-Sun.
(Palo Alto: 642 Ramona St.;
650/329-9533)
CHINESE
Chef Chu’s A Peninsula favorite
since 1970, this renowned familyowned restaurant was the first to
set the bar and introduce Mandarin
cuisine to the area. Accolades have
piled up over the years thanks to
the talents of the eatery’s namesake,
master chef Lawrence Chu, who
continues to supervise operations
and give live demonstrations in the
fine art of Mandarin cuisine. Perfect
for large and small parties, the epic
menu has something for everyone,
including favorites like Hunan chicken; baked miso-glazed sea bass;
crispy Sichuan beef; and Lovers’
Prawns—an exclusive house special.
Take-out available. Lunch and dinner
daily: Mon-Fri, 11:30-9:30; Sat-Sun,
12-10. (Los Altos: 1067 N. San
Antonio Rd.; 650/948-2696;
www.chefchu.com)
Mayflower This Cantonese
restaurant is known for its tremendous variety of sumptuous dim sum
and seafood specialties. Dim sum,
lunch and dinner daily. (Milpitas:
Milpitas Square, 428 Barber Lane;
408/922-2700. Locations also in
San Francisco and Millbrae)
Ming’s It’s a feast for the senses at
this long-standing restaurant, which
has been Palo Alto’s premier destination for outstanding dim sum and
delicious Chinese cuisine for more
than 50 years. With a gigantic menu
featuring more than 200 items,
including everything from Peking
duck, and Kung Pao chicken to ginger and scallion lobster and beef
chow fun, even the pickiest eaters
will find something they’ll love. With
two giant dining rooms, additional
private banquet rooms and ample
parking, Ming’s is ideal for any occasion. Takeout and delivery available.
Mon-Sat, 11-9; Sun, 10:30-9. Dim
sum daily until 3pm. (Palo Alto:
1700 Embarcadero Rd.; 650/8567700; www.mings.com)
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RESTAURANT & LOUNGE
Darda Specializing in halal Chinese
cuisine, Darda uses nine unique cooking techniques to prepare its delicious
and wide-ranging menu. Specialties
include a variety of mu shu dishes;
warm pots of fish or meat stew;
chow mein; fried rice; bean curd dishes; and dim sum; in addition to
seafood, poultry, beef, lamb and vegetarian entrees to share. Reasonably
priced lunch specials are also available. Lunch: Mon-Thurs, 11-2:30; FriSun, 11-3. Dinner: Mon-Thurs, 59:30; Fri-Sun, 4:30-9:30. (Milpitas:
Milpitas Square, 296 Barber Ct.;
408/433-5199; www.dardaseafood.com)
ETHIOPIAN
Gojo The rich cuisine of Ethiopia is
showcased at this vibrant eatery,
where owner/chef Tsehainish serves
authentic dishes in a relaxed setting.
Patrons can order a range of flavorful
lamb, beef, chicken and vegetarian
specialties, served with lentils, collard
greens and more. Everything is eaten
with fingers using injera, a spongy,
crepe-like bread—utensils are provided only on request—which is what
makes eating here so fun. Sip a glass
of tej honey wine, or order an
authentic coffee ceremony for a truly
unique dining experience. Catering
and take-out are available. MonThurs, 12-9; Fri-Sat, 12-10. (San Jose:
1261 W. San Carlos St. at Race St.;
408/295-9546)
FRENCH
European-Inspired Cuisine and Specialty Crêpes at
the completely transformed Hilton San Jose
Outdoor patio. Full bar. Breakfast, lunch & dinner daily.
Proudly serving Starbucks Coffee.
300 Almaden Boulevard, San Jose | 408.287.2100
Chantilly Zagat-rated as one of the
country’s top French-Northern Italian
restaurants, this has been the restaurant of choice for Silicon Valley’s elite
since 1976. Reminiscent of a French
chateau, Chantilly’s elegant
ambiance is sophisticated, yet
relaxed. The extensive wine cellar
reflects the best of California and
French wines, and offers an intimate
dining space as well. Chef Bernabe’s
array of delicious specialties includes
his signature dish Maine lobster ravioli, succulent roasted Mapleleaf Farm
duck, braised short ribs, seared ahi
tuna, and indulgent soufflés.
➤ DINING
Chantilly also offers an affordable
3-course prix fixe menu. With its
impeccable service and private
rooms, Chantilly is perfect for any
occasion. Dinner Mon-Sat, 5:30-10.
(Redwood City: 3001 El Camino
(at Selby Lane); 650/321-4080.
www.chantillyrestaurant.com)
Fresh seafood and Prime
dry aged steaks with a View of
downtown San Jose
FRENCH,
CONTEMPORARY
Le Papillon Since 1977, Le Papillon
has carried out a tradition of serving
the finest cuisine, beautifully presented in an elegant, quiet setting, with
service to match. Over the years,
accolades have included glowing
reviews by the San Jose Mercury
News and top ratings in Zagat surveys. Much of the restaurant’s success is thanks to executive chef Scott
Cooper’s amazing culinary talents.
With sumptuously prepared epicurean delights made from the freshest
seasonal ingredients, his prix fixe and
tasting menus reflect his passion and
dedication to world-class cuisine.
Private rooms available. Lunch: Fri,
11:30-2:30. Dinner daily. (San Jose:
410 Saratoga Ave.; 408/296-3730;
www.lepapillon.com)
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INDIAN
The Menu Indian spice meets
Northern Californian organic at this
modern-feel eatery where artisan
delicacies use ingredients from local
farms, waters and artisan producers.
Lunch & Dinner daily. (Mountain
View: 2700 W. El Camino Real;
408/800-6368)
DINAH’S POOLSIDE RESTAURANT
Local favorite, Dinah’s Poolside
Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch,
happy hour with cocktails, and dinner
ITALIAN
daily. Newly renovated and serving
Buca di Beppo This lively spot gets
to the heart of fresh Italian cooking
with recipes like chicken carbonara,
using imported Italian spaghetti, and
a sinful tiramisu with homemade
ladyfingers. Buca serves family-style
food in two portion sizes: Buca
Small feeds two or three, and Buca
Large feeds an average-size country!
Well, actually it feeds four to six.
Whether you’re celebrating a special
occasion, planning a business dinner
or grabbing Buca To Go, Buca di
up a fresh new menu, this spectacular
setting is the perfect spot to enjoy
special moments with family and
friends. Try one of our new
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4261 El Camino Real, Palo Alto
RESTAURANT 650.798.1314
HOTEL 650.493.2844
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menu items or enjoy some
of your old favorites.
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
6:30am-9pm
➤ DINING
SEARED SCALLOPS AT PASTA MOON
Beppo is the perfect place for great
Italian food and fun! (San Jose:
Oakridge Mall, 925 Blossom Hill
Rd.; 408/226-1444. Campbell:
Pruneyard Shopping Center, 1875
S. Bascom Ave.; 408/377-7722. Palo
Alto: 643 Emerson St.; 650/3290665; www.bucadibeppo.com)
Donato Enoteca This classy restaurant offers true contemporary Italian
cuisine by Executive Chef Donato
Scotti. From homemade pastas and
wood-burning oven pizzas to meat
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and fish courses, the dishes are prepared with artisanal products and the
freshest of produce. Lunch, Mon-Fri;
Dinner nightly. (Redwood City: 1041
Middlefield Rd.; 650/701-1000)
It’s Italia A “Cal-Italian” menu
features creative pastas, grilled specialties and delicious salads in a
warm environment. Open daily from
11am. (Half Moon Bay: 401 Main
St.; 650/726-4444)
Maggiano’s Red-checked tablecloths, leather banquettes and richly
polished mahogany create a warm
ambiance in which to enjoy lavishly
sized servings of southern Italian cuisine, all made from scratch. Full bar.
Lunch and dinner daily. (San Jose:
Santana Row, 3055 Olin Ave.;
408/423-8973)
CRAB QUESADILLAS AT PALACIO
Italian heritage cuisine with a
Californian twist. House made pastas,
daily specials and seasonal dishes are
accompanied by thoughtfully selected
wines from California and throughout
the world. Garden terrace seating
offered, weather permitting.
Breakfast: 6:30-11am. Lunch: MonFri, 11:30-2:30; Sat-Sun, 11-2:30.
Dinner: Daily, 5:30-10. (East Palo
Alto: Four Seasons Hotel Silicon
Valley, 2050 University Ave.;
650/566-1200)
Ristorante Rocca Whimsical
murals, a lofty ceiling and a Venetianstyle balcony provide a pleasing
ambiance for fine Northern Italian
cuisine. Full bar. Lunch: Mon-Fri.
Dinner nightly. (Burlingame: 1205
Broadway Ave.; 650/344-3900)
Paolo’s From the modern and creative to time-honored classics, Paolo’s
serves the finest Italian cuisine. A
wide selection of seafood, pasta,
game and other delicious specialties
are paired with an award-winning
wine list. Private dining areas and
cocktail lounge. Lunch Mon-Fri,
11:30-2:30. Dinner: Mon-Sat, 5:3010. (San Jose: 333 W. San Carlos
St.; 408/294-2558)
JAPANESE
Pasta Moon Specialties include
wood-oven roasted items, from pizzas to dry-aged prime rib; fresh local
salmon; and handmade pastas. Lunch
and dinner daily. (Half Moon Bay:
315 Main St.; 650/726-5125)
House of Genji Enjoy a meal
that’s both delicious and entertaining. House specials, including steak
and lobster, are prepared at each
table by expert chefs who cook and
serve your meal right before your
eyes on a Teppan grill. Try the Genji
Combination with steak and jumbo
prawns—it’s a favorite! Sushi is also
available. Lunch: Mon-Fri, 11:30-2.
Quattro This acclaimed Palo Alto
dining venue showcases Chef Marco
Fossati’s contemporary menu of
Blowfish Sushi Soulful house
music and Japanese anime provide a
modern Tokyo feel at this Santana
Row hotspot where you can also
catch a late night lounge scene. The
menu offers cleverly named rolls and
creative combinations. Full bar. Lunch
and dinner daily. (San Jose: 355
Santana Row; 408/345-3848)
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Dinner: Mon-Thurs, 5-9:30; Fri, 510; Sat, 4-10; Sun, 4-9. (San Jose:
1335 N. First St.; 408/453-8120)
Kyoto Palace Delicious food sizzling on a teppan flat-top grill; chefs
chopping, flipping and dicing food;
patrons laughing and snapping photos—this is a typical scene at this fun
dining spot, tucked away on the second floor of Campbell’s Pruneyard
Shopping Center. Kyoto Palace’s topnotch Japanese-style steaks, fresh
seafood and sushi is matched by its
chefs’ showmanship, which has been
keeping customers coming back for
more than 30 years. Menu options
include sushi, sashimi, tempura and
teriyaki, as well as lobster, scallops
and filet mignon. Mon-Fri, 11:30-2 &
5-10; Sat, 4-10; Sun, 4-9. (Campbell:
Pruneyard Shopping Center, 1875
S. Bascom Ave.; 408/377-6456;
www.kyotopalace.com)
LATIN/SPANISH
Cascal Old World taste meets New
World appeal at this vibrant restaurant. Tapas-style plates and a variety
of ceviches and paellas are offered in
a stylish setting. Bringing together the
traditions, bold flavors and warm hospitality of Spain and Latin America,
the delicious results are matched with
sexy cocktails and live music. Open
daily from 11:30am for lunch, tapas
and dinner. (Mountain View: 400
Castro St.; 650/940-9500; www.cascalrestaurant.com)
DARDA SEAFOOD
The Best Chinese Islamic Seafood
Restaurant in the Bay Area
Fresh Seafood/Daily Special •Nine Different Ways of Preparation
Lobster •Fish •Shrimp •Geoduck •Clam •Oyster •Scallop •Octopus
Also Specializing in Northern Chinese Food:
Sesame Bread •Lamb w/Pickled Cabbage •Sweet & Sour Shrimp
•Beef & Broccoli •Kung Pao Chicken •Crab w/Cream Corn Soup
VIP Rooms Available for Meetings & Gatherings
Located in Milpitas Square
296 Barber Ct, Milpitas • (408) 433-5199
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Palacio Latin Cuisine Housed in a
1891 Victorian home, Palacio’s innovative menu blends contemporary
and traditional Latin American cuisine. Full bar. Dinner daily, 4-close.
Sunday Brunch, 10-2:30. Sunday
lunch, 10-4. (Los Gatos: 115 N.
MEDITERRANEAN
Café Gibraltar This coastside
favorite is highly rated by Zagat,
Fodor’s, Wine Enthusiast and
Michelin Guide. Chef Luis Ugalde
utilizes only the freshest organic
produce, organically-raised free
range meat and fowl, and fresh
seafood in his preparations. Open
TEPPANYAKI, SUSHI BAR & BANQUET FACILITIES
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Full Lounge | Flat Screen TV for Sports | Happy Hour Mon-Fri 4-7
At the Pruneyard, Campbell
408-377-6456 • www.kyotopalace.com
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nightly except Mondays. (El
Granada: 425 Alhambra Ave.;
650/560-9039)
phere in which to dine on authentic
Oaxacan and traditional Mexican cuisine. The full bar includes a range of
tequilas. Lunch & dinner: Mon-Fri.
Dinner: Sat-Sun. (San Jose: 25 W.
San Fernando St.; 408/283-9595)
MEXICAN
Chevys Home of fresh Mex, all
menu items here—from fajitas and
ribs to roasted salsa and tortillas—are
prepared fresh to order and served in
a lively border cantina-style atmosphere. Lunch and dinner daily.
(Mountain View: 2116 W. El
Camino Real at Rengstorff Ave.;
650/691-9955; www.chevys.com)
Mezcal Restaurant and Bar
Oaxacan art, brick walls and a beautiful bar create a distinctive atmos-
MOROCCAN
Menara Moroccan With exotic
architectural details, jewel-toned pillows and plush couches, this
Casablanca-style restaurant offers
nightly belly dancing performances
and authentic Moroccan cuisine,
served finger-food style. Diners have
a choice of six-course meals, each
including a refreshing salade
Moroccaines; b’stilla, a sweet and
savory chicken pastry; couscous;
mint tea; and baklava. Located next
to the Wyndham Hotel and Light
Rail, Menara also offers a full bar
and banquet facilities for up to 300.
Be sure to try the Moroccan Magic
cocktail, made with rum, sweet and
sour mix, and orange and pineapple
juices. Dinner: nightly 6-10. (San
Jose: 41 E. Gish Rd. at N. First St.;
408/453-1983)
PERSIAN
Arya Restaurant Persian dishes
such as borani bademjoon and chicken koobideh are offered in addition
to tasty Italian and American
favorites. Sun-Thurs, 11:30-9:30; FriSat, 11:30-11. (Cupertino: 19930
Stevens Creek Blvd.; 408/996-9606.
Redwood City: 885 Middlefield
Rd.; 650/367-4939)
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Crow’s Nest Wall-to-wall windows
offer ocean and harbor views. The
friendly, casual atmosphere and
exceptional food have made this
restaurant a favorite since 1969. The
menu features a delicious variety of
fresh seafood, shellfish, Midwestern
aged beef and pasta. Live music in
the lounge. Lunch and dinner daily.
(Santa Cruz: On the Beach at the
Santa Cruz Harbor; 831/476-4560)
315 S. FIRST STREET SAN JOSE, CA 95113
McCormick & Schmick’s Expect a
fresh approach to dining here—from
the fresh seafood to the preparation
of handcrafted cocktails using fresh
squeezed juices. Lunch and dinner
daily. (San Jose: 170 S. Market St.;
408/283-7200)
“Best Vietnamese Cuisine”
–Wave Magazine ‘06 Readers Choice Award
–Metro ‘06 Best of Silicon Valley
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Sam’s Chowder House With
ocean views, Sam’s offers a casual
seafood experience reminiscent of an
East Coast-style seafood house. Enjoy
fresh fish, shellfish, chowders, lobster
rolls and more. Lunch and dinner
daily. (Half Moon Bay: 4210 N.
Cabrillo Hwy.; 650/712-0245)
The Sea by Alexander’s
Steakhouse This premier seafood
dining destination offers a menu that
is refined and approachable. From
seafood to produce and meats, fresh,
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wild, and sustainably harvested ingredients are prepared with modern
techniques and flair resulting in
extraordinary dishes. Dinner daily.
(Palo Alto: 4269 El Camino Real;
650/213-1111)
Scott’s Seafood At this beautifully
appointed restaurant, the freshest
seafood includes salmon, ahi tuna,
Dungeness crab and lobster tail. In
the mood for more turf than surf?
Choose from a range of prime dryaged steaks, salad, chicken, duck
and pasta. A full bar and extensive
wine list complement the menu.
Outdoor seating available. Breakfast:
Mon-Fri. Brunch: Sat-Sun. Lunch:
Mon-Fri. Dinner: Daily. (San Jose: 185
Park Ave.; 408/971-1700;
www.scottsseafoodsj.com. Palo
Alto: Town & Country Village, 855
El Camino Real at Embarcadero
Rd.; 650/323-1555)
dlelit, mahogany dining room. In
addition to award-winning beef,
Sundance serves the freshest seafood
and shellfish available. Pair your meal
with wine from the nationally recognized list. The fireplace lounge is ideal
for sipping martinis and aged singlemalt scotch. Lunch: Mon-Fri, 11:30-2.
Dinner: Mon-Thurs, 5-10; Fri-Sat, 510:30; Sun, 5-9. (Palo Alto: 1921 El
Camino Real; 650/321-6798;
www.sundancethesteakhouse.com)
THAI
Coconut Bay This elegant dining
spot combines the atmosphere of San
Francisco dining with the excitement
of contemporary Thai cuisine. A sleek
décor, a spacious lounge, outdoor
seating and an extensive wine cellar
set the stage for stunning preparations of innovative and traditional
Thai dishes. Mon-Sat, 11:30-10; Sun,
11:30-9. (Burlingame: 1107
Howard Ave.; 650/558-8268)
House of Siam Stop in at this
Silicon Valley favorite for a spectacular example of Thai cuisine. With a
kitchen run by two sisters—one who
was professionally trained in Bangkok
and one who learned Thailand’s culinary secrets from their mother—the
result is a sensuous menu. Lunch: 112:30 daily. Dinner: 5-10 daily. (San
Jose: 151 S. 2nd St.; 408/295-3397)
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STEAKHOUSE
Fleming’s Featuring an open dining
room around an exhibition kitchen
and an expansive bar, this steakhouse
is known for its aged prime beef and
award-winning wine list. Dinner daily.
(Palo Alto: Stanford Shopping
Center; 650/329-8457)
Forbes Mill This popular downtown restaurant offers Prime Certified
Angus beef and all-natural Kobe
beef, along with seafood options
such as raw oysters, Furikake ahi tuna
and West Australian lobster tail.
Dinner daily. (Los Gatos: 206 N.
Morton’s The Steakhouse
Morton’s prides itself on quality and
consistency, featuring USDA primeaged steak, fresh seafood, handpicked produce, delicious appetizers
and decadent desserts. Dine in the
luxurious dining room, at the bar or
out on the patio. Dinner daily. (San
Jose: 177 Park Ave.; 408/947-7000)
Sundance The Steakhouse This
upscale steakhouse, family-owned
and operated for more than 37 years,
features hand-cut certified Angus
beef. Enjoy the slow-roasted prime
rib, specially aged New York strip loin
and tender filet mignon in the can-
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THAI, CONTINUED
Thaiphoon This restaurant with
two locations serves up delectable
pan-Asian cuisine. The focus is on
Thai, but also has room for dishes
drawn from Indian and Southeast
Asian cooking. Lunch: Mon-Sat.
Dinner nightly. (San Jose: 4996
Stevens Creek Blvd.; 408/2485800. Palo Alto: 543 Emerson
St.; 650/323-7700)
VIETNAMESE
dine & relax
Asian Gourmet Express
Baja Fresh
House of Siam
Icebee Yogurt
Johnny Rockets
Pita Pit
Starbucks
Tandoori Oven
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Bally’s Total Fitness
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Japanese
Teppan-Yaki:
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1335 N. First St., San Jose
(408) 453-8120
www.houseofgenji.com
19 Market The vibrancy of Asian
cuisine shines through this chic
bistro’s predominantly Vietnamese
menu, with accents of Singaporean,
Indonesian, Thai and other cuisines.
Lunch: Mon-Fri, 11-3. Dinner: SunThurs, 5-10pm; Fri-Sat, 5pm-12am.
(San Jose: 19 N. Market St.;
408/280-6111; 19market.com)
WINE BAR
B Street & Vine Whether seated
at the lively bar, at a table overlooking the street scene, or on the
back patio, you’re sure to enjoy the
variety of food and wine flavors—
from the constantly changing list of
50 carefully selected wines, as well
as delicious salads, panini and
appetizers. Lunch: Mon-Sat. Dinner
daily. Live music Wed-Sun evenings.
(San Mateo: 320 South B St.;
650/347-8463)
Vyne Bistro This modern wine
bistro in downtown San Jose is the
place to go for lunch, dinner, or just
to relax with a glass of wine. Cozy
up to the fireplace in the contemporary lounge, or sit by the floor-toceiling windows and watch the
world go by. The food menu has
been developed by experts to be
varied and well-balanced, with an
emphasis on freshness and quality.
From salads and paninis to seafood
and house specials, the dishes are
perfect for pairing with the diverse
list of wine that is anything but
standard. Mon-Sat, 11am-11:30pm;
Sun, 11am-8pm. Live music Sat, 810pm. (San Jose: 110 Paseo de
San Antonio; 408/375-2618;
www.vynebistrosj.com) ✦
NIGHTLIFE
CLUBS & LOUNGES
Rooster T. Feathers Featuring
some of the best comedians around,
September highlights include: television comedian and winner of Best
Standup Comic at HBO’s US Comedy
Arts Festival, Shane Mauss (Sept 58); Louisiana native Marc Ryan (Sept
12-15) who delivers a memorable
perspective of his personal experiences moving to L.A.; and Moshe
Kasher (Sept 26-29), featured on
“Late Night with Jimmy Fallon” and
recently selected as one of Variety
Magazine’s “Ten Comics to Watch.”
Thurs & Sun, 8pm; Fri, 9pm; Sat, 8 &
10:30pm. (Sunnyvale: 157 W. El
Camino; 408/736-0921)
Bowlmor Lanes The fun of bowling is combined with American/Asian
cuisine, hip music, a bar and giant
movie screens. Open Sat-Sun from
11am; Mon-Fri from 12pm. Closing
times vary; open ‘til late. (Cupertino:
10123 N. Wolfe Rd.; 408/252-2695)
Cascal From flamenco to Latin jazz,
live music Fri-Sat at this Latin/tapas
restaurant provides a lively night
scene. (Mountain View: 400 Castro
St.; 650/940-9500)
Club Fox This intimate cabaret-style
nightclub features a range of acts
across all genres, including rock, R&B,
blues, jazz, dance, folk and comedy.
(Redwood City: 2209 Broadway St.;
650/FOX-7770)
Fahrenheit Restaurant &
Lounge The concept of “lounge”
has been brought to a whole new
level here. Deep hues of red, incredible lighting effects and plush seating
come together to radiate a modern
vibe in a sexy and stylish environment. A friendly staff serves tantalizing cocktails, while DJs fuse music
from all genres for dancing and
entertainment throughout the night.
Mon-Sat, 10pm-late. (Downtown
San Jose: 99 E. San Fernando St.;
408/998-9998)
Faultline Brewing Company
Choose from 25 house-crafted brews,
kick back and listen to live music FriSat, 6-9. (Sunnyvale: 1235
Oakmead Pkwy.; 408/736-2739)
Poor House Bistro Live music at
this New Orleans joint highlights
blues and jazz, Wed-Sat evenings &
Sun afternoon. (San Jose: 91 S.
Autumn St.; 408/292-5837)
Tanq This chic, underwater-themed
lounge, located inside the San Jose
Marriott, offers a full bar menu and
an assortment of small and large
plates. Open daily at 4pm. (San Jose:
301 S. Market St., 408/280-1300)
COMEDY CLUBS
ComedySportz Two teams of
comedians compete for audience
laughs and points while improvising
scenes, operas and musicals. Fri-Sat.
(San Jose: Camera 3, 288 S. Second
St.; 408/985-LAFF)
The Improv This comedy club and
restaurant has long been a venue for
rising and established comic stars.
September highlights include: high
energy veteran of TV sketch comedy
(MadTV and Hype), Frank Caliendo
(Sept 20-21). Fri, 8 & 10pm; Sat, 7 &
9pm. (San Jose: 62 S. 2nd St.;
408/280-7475)
KARAOKE
Kyoto Palace Enjoy karaoke in the
lounge of this Japanese restaurant,
Wed nights. (Campbell: Pruneyard
Shopping Center, 1875 S. Bascom
Ave.; 408/377-6456)
Mariani’s Join the karaoke fun at
the lounge of this hotel on Thursdays,
8pm-midnight. Live music offered FriSat. (Santa Clara: 2500 El Camino
Real, Santa Clara; 408/243-1431) ✦
JJ’s Blues Club The ultimate place
for blues for more than 20 years, JJ’s
offers live music nightly by both
established and up-and-coming acts.
(San Jose: 3439 Stevens Creek
Blvd.; 408/243-6441)
Loft Bar and Bistro Every Friday
and Saturday after 10:30pm, the
upstairs dining room turns into a
posh ultra lounge with live DJs spinning house music or top 40 hits. Live
jazz is available Thurs, 7-10:30. (San
Jose: 90 S. 2nd St.; 408/291-0677)
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LODGING
IN & AROUND SAN JOSE
(SAN JOSE–SANTA CLARA-LOS GATOS)
Beverly Heritage Hotel Milpitas:
1820 Barber Lane; 408/943-9080
Biltmore Hotel Santa Clara: 2151
Laurelwood Rd.; 408/988-8411
Campbell Inn Campbell: 675 E.
Campbell Ave.; 408/374-4300
Convention Plaza San Jose: 282
Almaden Blvd.; 408/998-0400
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose:
1727 Technology Dr.; 408/441-6111
DINAH’S GARDEN HOTEL
Dolce Hayes Mansion San Jose:
200 Edenvale Ave.; 408/226-3200
Doubletree San Jose: 2050
Gateway Place; 408/453-4000
Embassy Suites Santa Clara:
2885 Lakeside Dr.; 408/496-6400
Fairmont Hotel San Jose: 170 S.
Market St.; 408/998-1900
Four Points by Sheraton San
Jose: 211 S. First St.; 408/282-8800.
Hilton San Jose San Jose: 300
Almaden Blvd.; 408/287-2100 This
downtown hotel connected to the
San Jose McEnery Convention Center
offers the comfort and conveniences
of a first class hotel, including stateof-the-art technology and communications, a fitness center, secure parking and generous hotel amenities.
Hilton Santa Clara Santa Clara:
4949 Great America Pkwy.;
408/330-0001. Located across from
the Santa Clara Convention Center,
this hotel features 280 luxurious guestrooms, two executive floors and a
concierge lounge all with technologyadvanced amenities, a fitness center,
and a complimentary business center.
For dining, La Fontana offers
Mediterranean cuisine and a lounge.
Holiday Inn Silicon Valley San
Jose: 399 Silicon Valley Blvd.;
408/972-7800
Hilton Garden Inn Cupertino:
10741 N. Wolfe Rd.; 408/777-8787
Hotel De Anza San Jose: 233 W.
Santa Clara St.; 408/286-1000
Hyatt Regency Santa Clara: 5101
Great America Pkwy.; 408/200-1234
Inn at Saratoga Saratoga: 20645
Fourth St; 408/867-5020
Los Gatos Lodge Los Gatos: 50 Los
Gatos/Saratoga Rd.; 408/354-3300
Mariani’s Santa Clara: 2500 El
Camino Real; 408/243-1431 or
800/553-8666; www.marianis.com
Since 1953, Mariani’s has provided
the highest level of excellence in a
cozy atmosphere. 140 guestrooms
and suites are kept up-to-the-minute
in convenience and amenities, with
cable TV, wireless high-speed Internet
access, voicemail, and complimentary
country breakfasts. Mariani’s restaurant serves fine Italian and American
cuisine, including a sumptuous
Sunday brunch. Need a little R&R?
Take a dip in the heated outdoor
pool, relax in the Jacuzzi or unwind in
the lounge.
Marriott San Jose: 301 S. Market
St.; 408/280-1300
Marriott Santa Clara: 2700
Mission College Blvd.; 408/988-1500
Moorpark Hotel San Jose: 4241
Moorpark Ave.; 408/864-0300;
www.moorparkhotel.com This Joie
de Vivre boutique hotel stands out
with its contemporary design elements and tailored details.
Guestrooms feature complimentary
T1 Internet access, in-room dining
service, a heated pool and hot tub, a
fitness center, a business center and
The Park Bar & Grill for relaxed
American cuisine. Meeting spaces
and on-site catering are available.
Plaza Suites Santa Clara: 3100
Lakeside Dr.; 408/748-9800
Pruneyard Plaza Campbell: 1995
S. Bascom Ave.; 408/559-4300
Residence Inn by Marriott
Campbell: 2761 S. Bascom Ave.;
408/559-1551
Sainte Claire Hotel San Jose: 302
S. Market St.; 408/885-1234
Sheraton Sunnyvale: 1100 N.
Mathilda Ave.; 408/745-6000
Wild Palms Hotel Sunnyvale: 910
E. Fremont Ave.; 408/738-0500
The Toll House Los Gatos: 140 S.
Santa Cruz Ave.; 408/395-7070
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation & Maps
Wyndham San Jose: 1350 N. First
St.; 408/453-6200
ON THE PENINSULA
(MOUNTAIN VIEW–MENLO PARK)
Crowne Plaza Cabana Palo Alto:
4290 El Camino Real; 650/857-0787
Dinah’s Garden Hotel Palo Alto:
4261 El Camino Real; 650/493-2844
This lush oasis with eight acres of
gardens features koi-filled lagoons,
tranquil waterfalls and art objects
from the Pacific Rim. The guestrooms
and suites are uniquely decorated
with themes from around the
world—from Bali to Africa—while
high-tech amenities such as complimentary fiber-optic Internet access
are included for today’s business travelers. Event and conference rooms
make this ideal for meetings and special events.
Four Seasons Hotel E. Palo Alto:
2050 Univeristy Ave; 650/566-1200
Garden Court Palo Alto: 520
Cowper St.; 650/322-9000
Hilton Garden Inn Mtn View:
840 E. El Camino; 650/964-1700
Hotel Avante Mountain View:
860 E. El Camino; 650/940-1000
Rosewood Sand Hill Menlo Park:
2825 Sand Hill Rd.; 650/561-1500;
Sheraton Palo Alto: 625 El
Camino Real; 650/328-2800
Stanford Park Hotel Menlo Park:
100 El Camino Real; 650/322-1234;
Stanford Terrace Inn Palo Alto:
531 Stanford Ave.; 650/857-0333;
Westin Palo Alto: 675 El Camino
Real; 650/321-4422 ✦
Visit www.dineshopplay.com/lodging
for more details and listings.
PUBLIC
TRANSPORTATION
Amtrak (800/USA-RAIL; www.
amtrak.com) provides train service
from San Jose to Oakland,
Sacramento, and Monterey.
BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit;
510/465-2278; www.bart.gov)
services San Francisco and the East
Bay, with connections from Daly City
to Fremont via San Francisco, and
over to Richmond and Concord. A
shuttle train runs every 15min from
SFO to the Millbrae Intermodal
Station, which connects to the
Caltrain system.
Caltrain (800/660-4287 or
650/508-6200; www.caltrain.com)
Caltrain provides rail service between
San Francisco and San Jose with
weekday service to Gilroy. Caltrain
also offers a shuttle bus connection
to the Mineta San Jose International
Airport, and a connection at the
shared Millbrae station via BART to
San Francisco International Airport.
DASH (San Jose’s Downtown Area
Shuttle; 408/321-2300; www.vta.org)
This free shuttle connects the San Jose
Diridon Transit Center with the Light
Rail, San Jose McEnery Convention
Center, San Jose State University and
more. Runs every 8-10 mins.
Greyhound Bus (800/231-2222;
www.greyhound.com) Bus service
connects cities nationwide.
Highway 17 Express Bus
(831/425-8600; www.scmtd.com)
Buses run daily from San Jose Caltrain
station to Santa Cruz; schedules vary.
Monterey Airbus (831/373-7777)
provides shuttle service between
Monterey and San Jose Airport.
SamTrans (800/660-4287; www.
samtrans.com) offers bus service from
Palo Alto through San Francisco, also
connecting with 12 Caltrain stations.
The SJC Airport Flyer (408/3212300; www.vta.org) bus runs from
San Jose Airport to the Santa Clara
Caltrain Station, from where connecting trains head to San Jose.
Santa Cruz Airporter (831-4219883) provides shuttle service to
Santa Cruz from San Jose Airport.
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SuperShuttle (800-258-3826) is
the nation's leading airport shuttle
service, providing door-to-door rides
from your home, office or hotel 24/7.
SuperShuttle features comfortable
blue vans, friendly drivers, and easyto-use mobile apps for iPhone and
Android. Customized services are
available for groups, weddings, corporate events, VIPs and meeting
executives; call 408-622-2089 x 2 or
email sfosales@supershuttle.net.
VTA (408/321-2300; www.vta.org)
provides bus, light rail and paratransit services throughout the Santa
Clara County, including the cities of
Campbell, Cupertino, Gilroy, Los
Altos, Los Altos Hills, Los Gatos,
Milpitas, Monte Sereno, Morgan
Hill, Mountain View, Palo Alto, San
Jose, Santa Clara, Saratoga and
Sunnyvale. VTA also offers 20 free
Park & Ride lots at various light rail
stations and transit centers, which
also connect to Caltrain.
For more information, call 511 or
visit 511.org.
AIRLINES
(SERVED FROM SAN JOSE)
Now providing direct connections to popular
destinations, such as:
Alaska Airlines . . . . (800) 252-7522
American Airlines . . . (800) 433-7300
Continental . . . . . . . (800) 523-3271
Delta . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 221-1212
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alley Fair Mall
U San Jose Convention Center U Downtown San Jose
Hawaiian Airlines . . . (800) 367-5320
Jet Blue . . . . . . . . . . (800) 538-2583
Southwest . . . . . . . . (800) 435-9792
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(408) 321-2330 TTY
United Express . . . . . (800) 241-6522
US Airways. . . . . . . . (800) 428-4322
Volaris . . . . . . . . . . . (866) 988-3527
For more information on San
Jose International Airport, visit
flysanjose.org. ✦
SANTA CLARA AREA
PALO ALTO AREA
SILICON VALLEY & SURROUNDINGS
DOWNTOWN SAN JOSE
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Lightrail to
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