Silicon Valley and Beyond

#360 – Testarossa Wine & Chocolate – Los Gatos

February 10, 2011

A match made in heaven – that’s what Valentine’s Day is all about. Right? How about chocolate and wine? This is a pairing that has definitely stood the test of time! Give me a glass of the right cabernet – and a piece of dark chocolate – and I’m putty in your hands. Celebrate Valentine’s [...]

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#359 – Schurra’s Candy Factory – San Jose

February 9, 2011

Looking for a romantic way to end your Valentine’s Day date? Even for the most disciplined eater – it’s hard to resist a chocolate-covered strawberry – especially when it’s from a wonderful confectionary like Schurra’s Candy Factory in San Jose. Established in 1912 – Schurra’s may well be the “oldest” purveyor of sweets for the [...]

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#358 – Mills Florist – Palo Alto

February 8, 2011

Valentine’s Day is less than a week away – and some of the holiay’s most cherished traditions require a bit more planning than others. If a gorgeous bouquet of flowers delivered to your sweetie is on your list – order them today from Mills Florist in Palo Alto. Mills Florist was established in 1903 and [...]

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#357 – The Viennese Ball – Stanford University

February 7, 2011

ONE! two. three. ONE! two. three. I love to waltz! I’m great at counting to three and going in circles! Did you know there’s a season for waltzing, and we’re right in the middle of it? Waltzing was the new, slightly risqué dance of the mid-1800’s in Europe, and the season in Vienna runs from [...]

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#356 – Bus Barn Theater Presents Sylvia- Los Altos

February 6, 2011

I fell in love with her years ago when the San Jose Rep staged it. Now – I am doggone delighted to see the Bus Barn Theater in Los Altos staging Sylvia. Sylvia is the story of a classic love-triangle – with a twist. One of the participants in the love triangle is a gorgeous, [...]

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#355 – Ranch 99 – Mountain View

February 5, 2011

I love the Chinese New Year! Almost 3 weeks of parties, celebrations, and best wishes for health, wealth, and prosperity. For a taste of China – here in Silicon Valley – visit Ranch 99. It may seem strange to feature a chain grocery store in SiliconValley365, but this grocery captures the essence of our great [...]

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#354 – Superbowl Crab Buffet – Campbell

February 4, 2011

At home? Or out? The Superbowl game is Sunday and one of the age-old questions is whether it’s more fun to watch the game from home or a sports bar. If you’re looking for a place to go out and watch the game – check out the Sonoma Chicken Coop in Campbell. Sonoma Chicken Coop [...]

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#353 – Cooking Papa Cantonese Restaurant – Santa Clara

February 3, 2011

Gong Hey Fat Choy! Happy Chinese New Year! Silicon Valley has a lot to celebrate this time of the year. There’s the Lunar New Year, the Super Bowl, and of course – a very early start to our Spring! If you’re in the mood to celebrate the Chinese New Year with some authentic Cantonese [...]

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