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PENINSULA FOODIST
New eateries to open at Stanford Shopping CenterStanford Shopping Center announced this week a slew of new stores and restaurants slated to open in the spring of 2016 as part of a
Original post made by Elena Kadvany on Oct. 22, 2015Last comment by ced1106, on Dec 28, 2016 at 1:49 pm | 18 comments | 40721 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
When dining meets techTwo articles I saw this week prompted me to think about the role that technology plays in eating out. The first,
Original post made by Elena Kadvany on Oct. 29, 2013Last comment by Jeff, on Feb 20, 2014 at 1:57 pm | 4 comments | 40683 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Yum Cha Palace opens in Menlo ParkNew life has finally been breathed into the long-vacant space at 1039 El Camino Real in Menlo Park, the former home of Su Hong's sit-down restaurant, with Yum Cha...
Original post made by Elena Kadvany on Jan. 29, 2017Last comment by Clunge, on Jul 20, 2017 at 2:21 pm | 7 comments | 40624 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Palo Alto standby Osteria sold to new ownersAfter almost three decades of serving traditional Italian food in downtown Palo Alto, the Piccinini family is turning over the keys of their restaurant, Osteria,...
Original post made by Elena Kadvany on Jul. 31, 2015Last comment by Yityui, on Jul 29, 2016 at 4:40 pm | 18 comments | 40494 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
After 39 years of cakes and pastries, Palo Alto institution Prolific Oven to closeIt started with a scaling back of the eclairs. The owners of The Prolific Oven struggled to find an available baking decorator to hire, so they temporarily made...
Original post made by Elena Kadvany on Aug. 14, 2019Last comment by Who can afford it?, on Aug 31, 2019 at 12:34 am | 62 comments | 40409 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Michelin stars: Madera, Village Pub, Baumé, Chez TJFour local eateries held onto their Michelin-starred hats this year, making it onto the 2014 edition of the annual restaurant guide.
Original post made by Elena Kadvany on Oct. 23, 2013Last comment by Elena Kadvany, on Oct 23, 2013 at 6:51 pm | 2 comments | 40246 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Out with the old, in with the new: Mountain View eats in 2014Mountain View, particularly Castro Street, is slated to get a slew of new eateries in 2014. Cijjo Restaurant and Lounge (pronounced sy-joe), a contemporary,...
Original post made by Elena Kadvany on Jan. 9, 2014Last comment by Probably74, on Jan 13, 2014 at 3:26 pm | 1 comment | 40213 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Veggie Grill coming soon to Mountain View's San Antonio CenterMountain View's revamped Village at San Antonio Center will soon be a little more vegetarian friendly, with Southern California-based chain Veggie Grill slated to...
Original post made by Elena Kadvany on Apr. 14, 2014Last comment by Veggies and meat, on Nov 1, 2014 at 5:59 am | 32 comments | 40153 Views
COUPLE'S NET
Repeating Myself: for Your MarriageThis is so important, that I am going to repeat myself: If your relationship is in trouble, do something about it NOW! The research shows that many couples let...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Jul. 8, 2016Last comment by jame kurt, on Nov 1, 2016 at 7:41 am | 8 comments | 40146 Views
COUPLE'S NET
Five Do's and Don'ts for Surviving MiscarriageFit Pregnancy magazine recently asked for my expert opinion about finding ways that miscarriage can make you stronger. It's an excellent article; I enjoyed writing...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Oct. 12, 2015There are no comments yet. 40141 Views
COUPLE'S NET
Signs and Symptoms of Parallel LivingAs I wrote recently in my best tip for marriage – which is to take care of it, I’ve been thinking of the signs and symptoms of parallel living that I...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Jan. 28, 2016Last comment by JamesJohan, on Oct 8, 2016 at 1:07 am | 6 comments | 40069 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Coming soon: Fire Oak & Barley in Palo AltoUPDATE: Fire Oak & Barley's grand opening is Wednesday, Aug. 12, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. The evolution of Palo Alto's California Avenue continues with...
Original post made by Elena Kadvany on Jul. 22, 2015Last comment by Barry, on Jul 27, 2015 at 2:05 pm | 5 comments | 39991 Views
COUPLE'S NET
Beware Difficult Topic: Death of a ChildFor some reason, a lot of the books I've recently been picking to read on my Kindle end up being about or including the death of a child. Go ahead, and click away...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Mar. 4, 2014Last comment by Jessica T, on Mar 5, 2014 at 7:31 pm | 1 comment | 39853 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Local restaurants snag Michelin Bib Gourmand statusTwo Palo Alto restaurants and one in Redwood City again made the Michelin guide's Bib Gourmand list, which honors eateries that serve high-quality food at an affordable...
Original post made by Elena Kadvany on Oct. 18, 2016Last comment by Reality check, on Oct 25, 2016 at 12:23 pm | 10 comments | 39825 Views
TODDLING THROUGH THE SILICON VALLEY
Why My Toddler Has the Bedtime of a TeenagerNot only is my son unusually unscheduled, but he also has an unusually late...
Original post made by Cheryl Bac on Oct. 21, 2013Last comment by Cheryl Bac, on Sep 30, 2015 at 3:34 pm | 62 comments | 39661 Views
COUPLE'S NET
Engagement Rings: Myths and OptionsPerhaps it would have been better to post about engagement rings: myths and options before Valentine’s Day, as many people get engaged on that day each year....
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Feb. 16, 2017Last comment by Satishjewels2, on Feb 18, 2017 at 12:30 am | 1 comment | 39548 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Naked Men and Pineapple with TomatoSo I just arrive at the Pioneer last Sunday, and while waiting for my Vodka Soda Tall with...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Aug. 21, 2016Last comment by Laura Stec, on Aug 25, 2016 at 8:15 am | 15 comments | 39441 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Michelin 2017: Madera regains its star; others retain statusThe much sought-after Michelin Guide stars have been announced for the San Francisco Bay Area, with familiar MidPeninsula restaurants making the cut, plus one establishment...
Original post made by Elena Kadvany on Oct. 25, 2016Last comment by Fan of TJ, on Nov 1, 2016 at 1:49 pm | 5 comments | 39242 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
Mountain View's Fiesta del Mar to closeAfter 24 years, four landlords and generations of customers, local favorite Fiesta del Mar on Shoreline Boulevard in Mountain View is closing its doors next weekend. Owner...
Original post made by Elena Kadvany on Sep. 16, 2015Last comment by Charlotte Skinner, on Sep 25, 2015 at 2:54 pm | 24 comments | 39226 Views
PENINSULA FOODIST
James Beard chef opening restaurant at Stanford Shopping CenterMarc Vetri, a James Beard award-winning chef known for launching a group of successful Italian restaurants in Philadelphia, is opening his first venture on the west...
Original post made by Elena Kadvany on Nov. 16, 2016Last comment by Michelle, on Nov 17, 2016 at 5:40 pm | 2 comments | 39172 Views
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