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We are constantly on the lookout for new and undiscovered meals, from Michelin-starred restaurants to tac... (More)
We are constantly on the lookout for new and undiscovered meals, from Michelin-starred restaurants to tac... (More)
About this blog: Get the latest food news with the biweekly Peninsula Foodist newsletter.
We are constantly on the lookout for new and undiscovered meals, from Michelin-starred restaurants to taco trucks and under-the-radar pop-ups. Come here for the latest news on restaurant openings and closings, emerging trends, chef interviews and reporting on the Peninsula's dynamic food scene that you won't find anywhere else. Have a restaurant tip? Email us at [email protected] (Hide)
We are constantly on the lookout for new and undiscovered meals, from Michelin-starred restaurants to taco trucks and under-the-radar pop-ups. Come here for the latest news on restaurant openings and closings, emerging trends, chef interviews and reporting on the Peninsula's dynamic food scene that you won't find anywhere else. Have a restaurant tip? Email us at [email protected] (Hide)
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'We didn’t rebound': After 10 years in Menlo Park, The Refuge will close its doors Jan. 20
Jan 13, 2023 12:34 pm
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The pastrami burger with fries and a beer at The Refuge. (Photo courtesy Mark Helsel)
By Kate Bradshaw
The Refuge, home to Menlo... More
Jan 13, 2023 12:34 pm
Comments: 17 | Views: 12,993
The pastrami burger with fries and a beer at The Refuge. (Photo courtesy Mark Helsel)
By Kate Bradshaw
The Refuge, home to Menlo... More
Pescadero farms start fundraisers after sustaining $125,000 in storm damages
Jan 11, 2023 4:07 pm
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Pie Ranch faces an estimated $100,000 in damages following the recent storms. (Photo courtesy pieranch.org)
By Kate Bradshaw
Recent... More
Jan 11, 2023 4:07 pm
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Pie Ranch faces an estimated $100,000 in damages following the recent storms. (Photo courtesy pieranch.org)
By Kate Bradshaw
Recent... More
Longtime dim sum banquet hall in Millbrae closed Dec. 31
Jan 9, 2023 1:02 pm
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The Hong Kong Flower Lounge, which closed Dec. 31, had a capacity of up to 550 people. (Photo courtesy via Yelp.)
By Kate Bradshaw
Millbrae's... More
Jan 9, 2023 1:02 pm
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The Hong Kong Flower Lounge, which closed Dec. 31, had a capacity of up to 550 people. (Photo courtesy via Yelp.)
By Kate Bradshaw
Millbrae's... More
Midpeninsula eateries hit by flooding face temporary closures
Jan 6, 2023 11:44 pm
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==I Flooding hit a number of Peninsula restaurants, including Mints and Honey in San Carlos, above. (Photo courtesy Mints and Honey, via Instagram.)... More
Jan 6, 2023 11:44 pm
Comments: 2 | Views: 7,722
==I Flooding hit a number of Peninsula restaurants, including Mints and Honey in San Carlos, above. (Photo courtesy Mints and Honey, via Instagram.)... More
After 24 years, Palo Alto's Mandarin Roots closes
Jan 4, 2023 5:04 pm
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Executive chef Jarvis Yuan makes lunch at Mandarin Roots restaurant. (Photo by Natalia Nazarova)
By Kate Bradshaw
Mandarin Roots,... More
Jan 4, 2023 5:04 pm
Comments: 7 | Views: 7,758
Executive chef Jarvis Yuan makes lunch at Mandarin Roots restaurant. (Photo by Natalia Nazarova)
By Kate Bradshaw
Mandarin Roots,... More
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