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COUPLE'S NET
"Everything has a Crack. That's How the Light Gets In." Leonard CohenOur marriage is not perfect; our partner can not fulfill all of our needs (yet may fill many); our children are not the reflected best aspects of ourselves -- and...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Apr. 8, 2014There are no comments yet. 265267 Views
COUPLE'S NET
7 Do's and Don'ts For Staying Connected as a Couple During GriefMy heart goes out to the families and friends of the young people who have died in our community lately. It is shocking and saddening beyond words. I specialize...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Mar. 10, 2015Last comment by Stephan Bashkir, on Mar 30, 2015 at 1:43 pm | 8 comments | 211401 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Learny Journey ? Three Times A DayI've never been a Girl Scout, or even a Brownie, so I didn't know about the Scout "journey" until recently. I like the name journey over project. Projects are...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Apr. 8, 2014Last comment by Laura Stec, on Apr 14, 2014 at 10:03 am | 12 comments | 185631 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Lure + Till opens in downtown Palo AltoThe new Epiphany Hotel opened its doors in downtown Palo Alto at...
Original post made by Elena Kadvany on Mar. 16, 2014Last comment by Elena Kadvany, on Mar 23, 2014 at 9:29 am | 6 comments | 152589 Views
COUPLE'S NET
Today is Yesterday's TomorrowAside from being questionably deeply philosophical, there are practical considerations for couples in this statement. "I'll work on our marriage tomorrow."...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Mar. 24, 2014There are no comments yet. 143299 Views
THINKING ABOUT COLLEGE
UC’s Change Application Essay Prompts(written by John Raftrey) The University of California announced this week it is eliminating the two essay prompts in their current application and replacing...
Original post made by John Raftrey and Lori McCormick on Mar. 26, 2016Last comment by dwes, on Jul 21, 2016 at 6:14 am | 8 comments | 138847 Views
A TEEN'S PALO ALTO
Black Lives Matter: on the topic of protesting and lootingAs of recently, every single one of the 50 states has participated in some form of protest. The Black Lives Matter movement has swept across the country following...
Original post made by Jessica Zang on Jun. 3, 2020Last comment by IdPnSD, on Aug 1, 2020 at 5:31 pm | 64 comments | 125720 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Food & drink goings onLocal food and drink events around town in the next few weeks: Christopher Kimball at Books Inc. Mountain View
Original post made by Elena Kadvany on Nov. 4, 2013There are no comments yet. 120760 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Food & drink goings onLocal food and drink events around town in the next few weeks: Beer specials at Tied House Starting Wednesday, Oct. 30, Tied House...
Original post made by Elena Kadvany on Oct. 28, 2013There are no comments yet. 119731 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Expanded California Avenue farmers market kicking off SundayThe California Avenue Farmers' Market is set to expand this weekend, an unexpected boon from the city's massive streetscape project for the street, which
Original post made by Elena Kadvany on Mar. 19, 2014Last comment by Gus L., on Mar 25, 2014 at 6:49 am | 7 comments | 110748 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Where to dine out on ThanksgivingFor those of you who don't enjoy cooking, prefer to eat out on Turkey Day or simply want to support restaurant staff working on the holiday, head to these local...
Original post made by Elena Kadvany on Nov. 19, 2013Last comment by Brenna, on Oct 4, 2016 at 10:49 am | 8 comments | 104413 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
John Tucci of Gordon Biersch Palo Alto to open his own breweryJohn Tucci, veteran brewmaster of Gordon Biersch Palo Alto, is moving on after 16 years with the company to open his own brewery in South San Francisco later this...
Original post made by Elena Kadvany on Apr. 7, 2014Last comment by Beer Expert, on May 29, 2014 at 1:52 pm | 1 comment | 100017 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Custom pizza joint on its way to Mountain ViewMountain View's San Antonio Center has become a hotbed for...
Original post made by Elena Kadvany on Apr. 22, 2014Last comment by David V, on Apr 28, 2014 at 11:33 am | 8 comments | 98808 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Leftover LoveI love leftovers. You know, sloppy seconds. Stop - I'm back talking food. While some eaters have a strong aversion to eating day one food on day two, I welcome...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Mar. 18, 2014Last comment by BroIL, on Mar 20, 2014 at 8:21 am | 4 comments | 96423 Views
INVEST & INNOVATE
Most Seniors do not Need Senior Housing But Could Benefit from other Choice to Remain in Palo AltoPalo Alto has a large number of residents aged 65 and above?17% of the city's population compared to 11% for the state and region. In addition most of the baby boom...
Original post made by Steve Levy on Apr. 22, 2014Last comment by stephen levy, on Apr 30, 2014 at 2:46 pm | 68 comments | 92009 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Sam's Chowder House opening Monday in Palo AltoUniversity Avenue in Palo Alto is finally getting a full-fledged seafood spot with Sam's Chowder House, opening Monday, Nov. 11. The second outpost of the Half...
Original post made by Elena Kadvany on Nov. 8, 2013Last comment by Elena Kadvany, on Nov 14, 2013 at 8:29 am | 16 comments | 86320 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Food Safety and Coronavirus: A Comprehensive GuideThis is the best information I have read about how the virus interacts with food. Thanks to author and Wursthall San Mateo chef J....
Original post made by Laura Stec on Mar. 21, 2020Last comment by Ed, on Jun 13, 2020 at 10:16 am | 17 comments | 85492 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Voyageur du Temps, Los Altos' time-traveling cafeA time-traveling cafe has opened in Los Altos. You heard me right. Voyageur du Temps (time traveler in French) recently opened its doors at 288 1st St., serving...
Original post made by Elena Kadvany on Mar. 20, 2014Last comment by Luz, on May 15, 2016 at 2:01 pm | 3 comments | 83350 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Blue Bottle Coffee moving into historic Varsity TheatreAfter passing on Lytton Gateway, Blue Bottle Coffee has quickly laid claim to a new downtown Palo Alto space: the historic Varsity Theatre, which property owner...
Original post made by Elena Kadvany on Aug. 6, 2014Last comment by Excited Citizen, on Aug 25, 2014 at 3:05 pm | 6 comments | 79767 Views
COUPLE'S NET
Grief and the HolidaysAll the hubaloo around Christmas and New Year celebrations can be so painful or irrelevant when we're grieving the death of a loved one, a loss of a relationship,...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Dec. 9, 2013There are no comments yet. 74254 Views
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