by The Dawn Thomas Team on January 24, 2012
A few weeks ago couple friends and I went to Gravity Bistro and Wine Bar in Palo Alto to test it out for an upcoming private party. Our friend is turning forty, and he is somewhat of a food an wine buff. We wanted to find something that was had interesting wines, an urban sophistication and ambiance [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on February 12, 2011
One of the things about living in Silicon Valley is – well – it’s a valley. There’s the San Francisco Bay on our right. The Santa Cruz mountains on our left. If you’re looking for a restaurant with a view for Valentine’s Day – you have to go to the fringes of Silicon Valley. One [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on October 29, 2010
Two down, two to go. Where are you going to watch the next two games in the World Series? Unless you scored tickets to Texas – stay closer to home with fellow fans in Silicon Valley. Cheer the San Francisco Giants to victory at Rookies Sports Lodge in San Jose. Rookies offers the perfect [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on October 14, 2010
Are you in a dinner rut? How often do you try a new place versus going to the same favorite spots you’ve gone to for years? If one of your favorites is Nick’s on Main in Los Gatos – then you’re in a delightful dining routine! If not – put this gem of a restaurant [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on October 6, 2010
[Many thanks to our guest contributor today - Rob McCarthy - owner of 101 Loan for his personal take on a Silicon Valley classic!] Last night my wife and I dined at the Chez TJ is Mountain View. It’s been many years since we ate there but found it as I remembered…A Culinary Treat of Many [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on August 26, 2010
When you’re looking for a special “destination” restaurant to celebrate a birthday, anniversary or special occasion – it’s easy to dismiss Silicon Valley. Seems like we have a bit of “restaurant-envy” here – often thinking that gourmet dining requires a trip to San Francisco. Not true. Check out Le Papillon in San Jose. Granted, from [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on August 15, 2010
One of the best things about living in the Silicon Valley is discovering secrets (or maybe not-so-secret to everyone else) that are truly fantastic! It’s why SiliconValley365.com was created so that amazing discoveries around our wonderful valley could be shared with others! Three of us were strolling down Big Basin Way in Saratoga in search [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on August 5, 2010
Menlo Park is full of hip restaurants serving every type of cuisine you can imagine. And then there’s the Dutch Goose. The Dutch Goose has been serving burgers and brews to the locals for over 44 years. On the Peninsula – this is one of THE places to come when your group from work needs [...]