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Is it important to have an auditor in Palo Alto?Why does Palo Alto, a city that seems so honest, even need an auditor? Why should we hire one when we could spend three-quarters of a million dollars yearly instead...
Original post made by Diana Diamond on Apr. 27, 2023Last comment by J Randall, on May 3, 2023 at 8:45 pm | 10 comments | 4741 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
New dining options coming to San Mateo’s Bridgepointe Shopping Center
Benihana and Chick-Fil-A will be coming to San Mateo's Bridgepointe Shopping Center. (Image courtesy CBRE)
By Kate Bradshaw
San...
Original post made by The Peninsula Foodist on May. 1, 2023Last comment by Trevor James , on May 3, 2023 at 9:37 am | 2 comments | 12707 Views
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A new way to choose a U.S. vice presidential candidateMention the 2024 presidential election and many Democrats already are saying “Gee, I like Biden, but there’s this age problem. He’s getting older,...
Original post made by Diana Diamond on Apr. 17, 2023Last comment by J Randall, on May 1, 2023 at 8:43 am | 26 comments | 4987 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Seasonal farmers markets spring back throughout the Peninsula
Fresh Approach's East Palo Alto farmers market. (Courtesy Fresh Approach)
By Kate Bradshaw
Now that the weather is warm again,...
Original post made by The Peninsula Foodist on Apr. 28, 2023There are no comments yet. 3993 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Farmers Market in Spring: Risotto with Roasted Artichoke, Fresh Pea and Homemade Goat Milk RicottaWelcome spring! Finally, the weather is changing, the sun is smiling, and our farmers markets are filling with produce of the new season. Here’s a recipe...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Apr. 24, 2023Last comment by Cale Jackson, on Apr 28, 2023 at 3:03 pm | 2 comments | 3716 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Progeny Coffee to debut Colombian coffee shop and job training program in Palo Alto
==I Putting coffee scores and farmer’s faces on their bags is just one way Progeny Coffee sets itself apart from competitors. (Courtesy Progeny...
Original post made by The Peninsula Foodist on Apr. 27, 2023There are no comments yet. 3608 Views
A NEW SHADE OF GREEN
Bay Area to begin phasing out gas heaters this decadeIn a momentous and likely highly influential vote at the end of a six-hour meeting on Wednesday, the Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) voted to...
Original post made by Sherry Listgarten on Mar. 15, 2023Last comment by Sherry Listgarten, on Apr 26, 2023 at 4:53 pm | 33 comments | 12053 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Jason’s Cafe reopens for breakfast and lunch in Menlo Park following 2019 closure
The Pier Benedict from J Cafe in Menlo Park, made with smoked salmon and spinach. (Photo by Kate Bradshaw)
By Kate Bradshaw
Jason’s...
Original post made by The Peninsula Foodist on Apr. 24, 2023Last comment by Joey, on Apr 26, 2023 at 10:21 am | 5 comments | 5653 Views
A NEW SHADE OF GREEN
How to plant a plantThe weather is beautiful so I thought some of you might be doing some planting this weekend. It’s a great way to celebrate Earth Day on Saturday! (See below...
Original post made by Sherry Listgarten on Apr. 21, 2023Last comment by Walter, on Apr 25, 2023 at 5:22 pm | 4 comments | 6582 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Three roommates open a new Saratoga brunch spot
Jok koong, congee with shrimp, is among the meal options at Darla Cafe, a Saratoga restaurant started by three roommates. (Courtesy Nina Summers)
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Original post made by The Peninsula Foodist on Apr. 7, 2023Last comment by Sheri Bortz, on Apr 23, 2023 at 8:49 pm | 7 comments | 6204 Views
COUPLE'S NET
“Love like a Man” Men: Read this book! (Women, too.)Love like a Man, A Frenchman’s Guide to Help American Men be Better Partners, by Guy Blaise is a must read. As I was reading it, I thought to myself,...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Apr. 7, 2023Last comment by Joselyn Peck, on Apr 21, 2023 at 9:17 am | 17 comments | 6719 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Celebrate Earth Day Near YOUHappy Earth Day! As the annual April 22nd celebration draws near, one of the most effective ways you can participate begins on your dinner plate. Foods best for...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Apr. 14, 2023Last comment by Joselyn Peck, on Apr 21, 2023 at 9:05 am | 12 comments | 5443 Views
A NEW SHADE OF GREEN
Please don't dump your dog in the wildernessUgh, I can’t believe I even need to write this blog post, but here goes. The other day I was in the Baylands when a woman passing by asked if I’d seen...
Original post made by Sherry Listgarten on Apr. 16, 2023Last comment by Eeyore, on Apr 20, 2023 at 5:53 pm | 10 comments | 10957 Views
A NEW SHADE OF GREEN
Can there be too many activists?High school students and other environmental activists are sometimes disappointed with my views. Even though I am very concerned about climate change, I shy away...
Original post made by Sherry Listgarten on Apr. 9, 2023Last comment by Resident 1-Adobe Meadows, on Apr 19, 2023 at 11:33 am | 24 comments | 8683 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Cajun Bowl brings extensive seafood menu to San Bruno
A shrimp and crawfish bowl from Cajun Bowl in San Bruno. (Photo courtesy Cajun Bowl via @cajun_bowl)
By Kate Bradshaw
Cajun Bowl,...
Original post made by The Peninsula Foodist on Apr. 19, 2023There are no comments yet. 4626 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Off the Grid food truck markets return, minus one longtime location
==I The opening night of Off the Grid's food-truck gathering at the Menlo Park Caltrain station parking lot in February 2014. (Photo by Michelle...
Original post made by The Peninsula Foodist on Apr. 11, 2023Last comment by Original Peet's Fan, on Apr 17, 2023 at 5:31 pm | 5 comments | 6925 Views
AN ALTERNATIVE VIEW
Will auto license plate readers really curtail crime? Or will our privacy be endangered?NOTE: I originally reported the council voted 5-2 to approve the use of ALPR techhnology implementation. The actual vote was 7-0. I apologize for the error.) Palo...
Original post made by Diana Diamond on Apr. 6, 2023Last comment by Loretta Taylor, on Apr 17, 2023 at 4:02 pm | 44 comments | 4586 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Longtime Burlingame restaurant gets a makeover and a prominent new location
==I The ribbon cutting ceremony at the new location of Stella, formerly Stella Alpina Osteria, in Burlingame. (Photo courtesy Jennifer Gomez Photography)...
Original post made by The Peninsula Foodist on Apr. 17, 2023There are no comments yet. 7421 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Palo Alto's gluten-free Misfits Bakehouse to close SaturdayBy Kate Bradshaw
==I Mina Makram, the owner of Misfits Bakehouse, and Fabiola Hernandez hand-shape bagels in the Palo Alto bakery's kitchen...
Original post made by The Peninsula Foodist on Apr. 14, 2023There are no comments yet. 5431 Views
AN ALTERNATIVE VIEW
Robots, I am tired of talking to you!Yes, I am talking to you robots, whose companies hire you, to supposedly guide me through a telephone tree to get to a live person to make an appointment or get...
Original post made by Diana Diamond on Mar. 29, 2023Last comment by Fritzie Blue, on Apr 14, 2023 at 3:11 am | 20 comments | 5332 Views
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