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HIGHLIGHTS THIS MONTH:
DREAM MACHINES: Mechanical Marvels in Half Moon Bay [7]
LORD OF THE RINGS: The Movie Trilogy Set to Live Symphony [10]
COMPAGNIE KÄFIG: Dazzling and Dramatic Dance [11]
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ON THE COVER: Ragtime . . . . . . . . . . . 6
CALENDAR
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RAGTIME
CMT SAN JOSE
STAGES THE GREAT
AMERICAN MUSICAL
“It was the music of something beginning.
An era exploding, a century spinning!”
Based on the 1975 novel by E.L. Doctorow, Ragtime is set in New
York at the turn of the 20th century and follows three families
navigating the demands of a new era. With book by Terrence
McNally, lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, and music by Stephen Flaherty, the
production presents a dazzling sweep through history, portraying
such period icons as Henry Ford, Harry Houdini, and Booker T.
Washington, among others.
Directed by celebrated Artistic Director, Kevin Hauge, CMT’s
Marquee Production of Ragtime features CMT alumni and professional adult performers who donate their time and talent to be
part of the production. Ragtime’s wonderful score and emotional narrative made it an audience favorite during CMT’s 2008 season; seven years later, CMT welcomes it back to the Montgomery
Theater stage. Filled with soaring music, dazzling dance numbers,
gospel and ragtime, it is a musical to enthrall all ages.
WHEN
April 17-26
Apr 17-18, 7:30pm; Apr 19, 1 &
6pm; Apr 23, 7pm; Apr 24, 7:30pm;
Apr 25, 2 & 7:30pm; Apr 26, 1pm
WHERE/INFO
Montgomery Theatre
271 S. Market St., San Jose
408-288-5437
www.cmtsj.org
APR 3-5: INTERNATIONAL GEM
& JEWELRY SHOW. One of the
largest of its genre in the world,
this show features one-of-a-kind
jewelry creations, exotic gems,
beads, pearls, fine jewelry, estate
collections and more. Fri, 126pm; Sat, 10am-6pm; Sun, 11am5pm. (San Mateo: County Event
Center, 2495 S. Delaware St.;
301/294-1640)
COAST DREAM MACHINES SHOW (Apr 26). This whimsical and
APR 11: MONSTER JAM. 12-foot
tall, 10,000-lb machines race
through a custom-designed
track full of obstacles to soar
over or mash through. 7pm.
(Santa Clara: Levi’s Stadium,
4900 Marie P. DeBartolo Way;
415/464-9377)
ABOUT CMT SAN JOSE
Now in its 47th season, CMT San
Jose serves over 40,000 youth and
their families annually through productions and training opportunities.
The largest youth theater company in
the country, CMT produces 10 productions each year.
MARVELOUS MACHINES... Marking its 25th anniversary with a huge cele-
APR 5: STARS ON ICE. Worldclass skating and stunning
ensemble performances by
America’s first Olympic Gold
Medal ice dancers, Meryl Davis
and Charlie White, as well as
many others, celebrate the
beauty and athleticism of dancing on ice. 4pm. (San Jose: SAP
Center, 525 W. Santa Clara St.;
408/287-9200)
CHRIS AYERS
These lyrics from Ragtime's theme song could have
been written about the musical itself. In 1998 it took
Broadway by storm, leading all musicals that year in Tony nominations—even The Lion King.
FESTIVALS,
FAIRS & SHOWS
APR 11-12: SAN JOSE FANTASY
FAIRE. Fantasy, folklore, fairy
tales and myth come alive at
this family-friendly festival,
where faire-goers are invited to
dress up and interact with elves,
princesses and knights. See an
bration of mechanical ingenuity, power and style is Half Moon Bay’s famed PACIFIC
fascinating spectacle features more than 2,000 antique, vintage, classic, custom and exotic
displays from throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. Nearly every kind of motorized marvel under the sun—from Model-T fire engines, vintage buses, custom motorcycles, trickedout trucks, sleek streamliners, antique tractors and historic military aircraft—are among the
mesmerizing displays on view at the Half Moon Bay Airport. Jaw-dropping flyovers, food
and drink, stellar live music and kids’ amusements are also part of the festivities. Make sure
to zoom on by! 10am-4pm. (Half Moon Bay: Half Moon Bay Airport, Hwy. 1, 650/726-2328)
APR 17-19: MENLO PARK
SIDEWALK FINE ARTS
FESTIVAL. A variety of original
fine arts booths line charming
Santa Cruz Avenue at this
spring festival, including jewelry,
photography, ceramics, painting,
sculpture and more. Fri-Sat,
10am-6pm; Sun, 10am-5pm.
(Menlo Park: Santa Cruz Ave. at
El Camino Real; 209/267-4394)
and silver coins, currency,
stamps and other rare collectibles from the U.S. and
around the world. Northern
California’s largest coin show,
this event is organized by
Portsmouth Square Coin &
Bourse Company, specializing in
San Francisco Mint coins. A
Costume Contest is held Friday
and Saturday; come dressed up
as your favorite Gold Rush
prospector, banker, or lawman
(no weapons allowed) and get
a $3 discount on admission and
a chance to win a gold coin! Fri,
10am-7pm; Sat, 10am-6pm; Sun,
10am-4pm. (Santa Clara:
Convention Center, 5001 Great
America Pkwy.; 415/601-8661)
APR 17-19: SANTA CLARA
COIN, STAMP & COLLECTIBLES
SHOW. Buy, sell or browse an
impressive selection of gold
APR 18: ARTSPLASH. This fun,
free and family-friendly event
features live musical performances, hands-on art making
array of costumed performers
and musicians, explore fantastical exhibitions and peruse
whimsical arts and crafts. Sat,
10am-6pm; Sun, 10am-5pm.
(San Jose: Guadalupe River
Park, 494 W. Santa Clara St.;
415/354-1773)
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activities, tours of the historic
Villa and gardens, and more.
11am-4pm. (Saratoga: Montalvo
Arts Center, 15400 Montalvo
Rd.; 408/961-5800)
APR 24-26: HILLSBOROUGH
ANTIQUE SHOW & SALE.
Hundreds of dealers show their
wares at this premier event featuring antiques, decorative art
and fine art from North
America, Europe and Asia. Fri,
11am-8pm; Sat, 11am-7pm; Sun,
11am-5pm. (San Mateo: County
Event Center, 2495 S. Delaware;
650/773-4824)
APR 25: WILLOW GLEN SPRING
WINE WALK. Stroll along the
charming avenue and sample
wines from more than 30 local
wineries at this annual event. 26pm. (San Jose: Willow Glen;
Lincoln Ave. at Willow St.;
408/298-2100)
APR 25-26: CUPERTINO
CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL.
Each year the city of Cupertino
honors its Sister City relationship with Toyokawa, Japan by
holding this outdoor festival featuring live entertainment, traditional exhibitions, and Japanese
food and beverages. 10m-5pm.
(Cupertino: Memorial Park,
Stevens Creek Blvd. & Mary
Ave.; 408/940-5287)
tial arts—as well as bonsai displays, arts and crafts, cultural
festivities, and an array of
Japanese-American cuisine.
9:30am-4pm. (San Jose:
Japantown, 5th & Jackson Sts.;
www.nikkeimatsuri.org)
WINERY EVENTS
APR 4: J. LOHR WINE, CHEESE
& CHOCOLATE. This pairing
event includes six world-class J.
Lohr wines, an assortment of
imported and domestic cheeses,
and a decadent medley of
chocolates. 7-8:30pm. (San
Jose: J. Lohr San Jose Wine
Center, 1000 Lenzen Ave.;
408/918-2176)
TAIKO DRUMMING AT NIKKEI MATSURI (APR 26)
APR 26: NIKKEI MATSURI
FESTIVAL. Celebrate JapaneseAmerican tradition and heritage
at this annual festival packed
with live performances—from
Japanese drumming to folk
music, classical dance and mar-
APR 18: J. LOHR WINE &
APPETIZER PAIRING SEMINAR.
This guided educational presentation includes a selection of
light appetizers paired with J.
Lohr wines. 6-8:30pm. (San
Jose: J. Lohr San Jose Wine
Center, 1000 Lenzen Ave.;
408/918-2176)
The Largest Coin Show in Northern California!
Santa Clara
Coin, Stamp & Collectibles Show
April 17-19, 2015
at the Santa Clara Convention Center
APR 18: SANTA CRUZ
MOUNTAINS WINEGROWERS
ASSOCIATION PASSPORT DAY.
Taste local, award-winning wines
at this quarterly event when
winergrowers of the Santa Cruz
Mountains come together to
celebrate the farmers, vintners
and families that are the roots
of this region. Guests are welcomed into more than 50 wineries, many not otherwise open to
the public, and each offering a
unique winery experience. Take
a vineyard tour, meet the winemakers and sample exclusive
vintages. Visit website for a
complete list of participating
wineries and schedule. 11am5pm.(831/685-8463;
www.scmwa.com)
PERFORMING
ARTS
MUSIC: JAZZ & OTHER
APR 1-2: THE DEMO. A world
premiere, this music-theatre
work is based on Douglas
Engelbart’s historic 1968
demonstration of early computer technology. 7:30pm. (Palo
Alto/Stanford campus: Bing
Concert Hall, 327 Lasuen St.;
650/725-ARTS)
APR 3: MASTERS OF SOUL.
Fully choreographed performances by male and female
groups are backed by a live
band, celebrating the legendary
songs and performers that
DAKHABRAKHA (APR 15)
defined Motown and soul music.
8pm. (Saratoga: Montalvo Arts
Center, 15400 Montalvo Rd.;
408/961-5800)
APR 10: CARAVANSERAI. This
authentic tribute to Santana features top hits and audience
favorites. 8pm. (San Jose:
Montgomery Theater, 271 S.
Market St.; 408/295-9600)
APR 12: ARIANA GRANDE. Pop
music’s biggest breakout star of
2014 performs her newest
releases as part of her nationwide tour. 7:30pm. (San Jose:
SAP Center, 525 W. Santa Clara
St.; 408/287-9200)
APR 15: DAKHABRAKHA. This
Ukrainian folk-punk quartet
melds traditional Ukrainian folk
music, African grooves, Eastern
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Other Collectibles/Stamps
Free Appraisals/Kids Activities
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APR 17: KRUSH GROOVE. This
hip hop and rap extravaganza
features headlining performances by Ice Cube, E-40, Bone
Thugs & Harmony, Too Short,
Dipset, Scarface and Luniz.
6:30pm. (San Jose: SAP Center,
525 W. Santa Clara St.;
408/287-9200)
APR 18: BARRY MANILOW. On
his “One Last Time!” tour, this
Grammy, Tony and Emmy
Award-winning musician performs with special guest smooth
jazz saxophonist Dave Koz.
7:30pm. (San Jose: SAP Center;
408/287-9200)
APR 22: SFJAZZ COLLECTIVE.
The renowned quartet celebrates music of the modern jazz
masters and creates new music
that moves the jazz tradition
forward. 7:30pm. (Palo
Concert Hall; 650/725-ARTS)
Fri, 10am-7pm • Sat, 10am-6pm • Sun, 10am-4pm
Auction Saturday @ 12 noon
Portsmouth Square Coin & Bourse Company organizes the Santa Clara, Marin, and New SF Area Coin Shows
colors and a contemporary sensibility the band calls “ethnochaos.” 7:30pm. (Palo
MASTERS OF SOUL (APR 3)
APR 25: BANDA EL RECODO.
The classic Mexican musical
group, which has performed
with such renowned artists as
Juan Gabriel and Miguel
Concepcion, performs its most
popular selections. 7pm. (San
Jose: McEnery Convention
Center, 150 W. San Carlos St.;
408/295-9600)
APR 26: YA ELAH. This women’s
music ensemble sparkles with
the influence of Bulgarian village
songs, Middle Eastern rhythms,
and other musical traditions
from around the world. 4pm.
(Menlo Park: St. Bede’s
Episcopal Church, 2650 Sand
Hill Rd.; 650/854-6555)
MUSIC: CLASSICAL
APR 28: THE MOODY BLUES. At
the forefront of the classic rock
music scene for over 40 years,
this band performs selections
from its roster of many hits such
as “Nights in White Satin” and
“Tuesday Afternoon.” 8pm. (San
Jose: City National Civic, 135 W.
San Carlos St.; 800/745-3000)
APR 10: ELIOT FISK. This guitarist is known for his adventurous and virtuosic repertoire.
Presented by the South Bay
Guitar Society. 7:30pm. (San
Jose: Le Petit Trianon, 72 N. 5th
St.; 408/995-5400)
APR 30: MERLE HAGGARD.
Regarded as country music’s
greatest living recording artist,
this singer/songwriter/guitarist
performs hits from his long and
prolific career. 8pm. (Redwood
City: Fox Theatre, 2215
Broadway St.; 650/369-7770)
APR 3: ST. LAWRENCE STRING
QUARTET. The quartet gives a
performance of Haydn’s Seven
Last Words of Christ on the
Cross. 5pm. (Palo Alto/Stanford:
Memorial Church, 450 Serra
Mall; 650/725-ARTS)
APR 10: AUSTRALIAN
CHAMBER ORCHESTRA. The
celebrated string quartet plays
classical music, electro-acoustic
pieces and new compositions by
contemporary Australian composers. 7:30pm. (Palo
APR 11: MISSION CHAMBER
ORCHESTRA. Featuring cellist
Ani Aznavoorian, the program
includes Mendelssohn’s
Symphony No. 4, the world premiere of Durwynne Hsieh’s Cello
Concerto, Lars-Erik Larsson’s
Pastoral Suite and Peter
Warlock’s Capriol Suite. 7:30pm.
(San Jose: Le Petit Trianon;
408/995-5400)
APR 12: ST. LAWRENCE STRING
QUARTET. For its 25th anniversary season, Stanford’s resident
string quartet and one of the
premiere chamber ensembles of
its generation performs Haydn’s
String Quartet No.5 in E-flat
Major, op. 1 and String Quartet
in E-flat Major, op. 33,
Schullhoff’s Five Pieces for
String Quartet, and a new work
by Jaroslaw Kapuscinski.
2:30pm. (Palo Alto/Stanford
campus: Bing Concert Hall;
650/725-ARTS)
APR 12: THE SAINT MICHAEL
TRIO. In this special performance, this trio casts a light on
the remarkable life and revolutionary work of Robert
Schumann. 3pm. (Saratoga:
Montalvo Arts Center, 15400
Montalvo Rd.; 408/961-5800)
APR 12: BORROMEO STRING
QUARTET. Celebrating the great
standards of the chamber
repertoire, the quartet performs
Beethoven’s Grosse Fugue, Op.
133 and String Quartet No. 15 in
A minor, Op. 132, as well as
Shostakovich’s Quartet No. 8,
Op. 110. 7pm. (Burlingame: Kohl
Mansion, 2750 Adeline Dr.;
650/762-1130)
LORD OF THE RINGS: UP CLOSE AND MAGICAL... If you think
you’ve had the total “Lord of the Rings” movie experience, think again. Direct from New
York’s Lincoln Center engagement, the complete film trilogy based on Tolkien’s literature
classics is presented on a giant 48-foot screen in HD. Beneath the screen, the Academy
Award-winning scores by Howard Shore are performed by 250 musicians, including the
Symphony Silicon Valley orchestra, the Symphony Silicon Valley Chorale, Cantabile Youth
Singers and Ragazzi Boys Chorus. This is the first time an American orchestra has performed
these epic works in what is sure to be a memorable live concert and movie experience. The
event takes place in two complete cycles of “The Fellowship of the Ring,” “The Two Towers”
and “The Return of the King.” Cycle One: April 16, 17 & 18; Cycle Two: April 18 & 19. (San Jose:
Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Blvd.; 408/286-2600)
APR 17: FRY STREET QUARTET.
The string quartet performs
Haydn’s Quartet in D Minor, Op.
76, No. 2, Bartok’s Quartet #2,
Op. 17 and Beethoven’s Quartet
in E-flat Major, Op. 127. 8pm.
(Los Gatos: St. Luke’s Episcopal
Church, 20 University Ave.;
408/354-4560)
APR 18: LAVROKA-PRIMAKOV
DUO. Russian-born pianists
Vassily Primakov and Natalia
Lavroka offer a program of
works by Scriabin, Saint-Saëns,
Liszt, Lutoslawski, Arensky and
Rachmaninoff. Presented by
Steinway Society of the Bay
Area. 7:30pm. (Cupertino: De
Anza College, 21250 Stevens
Creek Blvd.; 408/990-0872)
APR 18: STANFORD SYMPHONY
ORCHESTRA. Conducted by
Jindong Cai, the symphony performs Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody
on a Theme of Paganini and
Grieg’s Piano Concerto in A
Minor preserved via a piano roll
performance, with soloist Percy
Grainger. 7:30pm. (Palo
APR 19: LOS ANGELES
CHILDREN’S CHOIR. One of
America’s most accomplished
children’s groups performs the
world premiere of The Plentiful
Peach, adapted from a story by
the Iranian writer Samad
Behrangi. 2:30pm. (Palo
APR 26: IMANI WINDS.
Renowned for its culture-crossing repertoire, this premiere
wind quintet performs
Mendelssohn’s Scherzo from A
Midsummer Night’s Dream,
Barber’s Summer Music, Paquito
D’Rivera’s Aires Tropicales, Miles
Davis’ So What and Afro-Cuban
Concerto, and others. 2:30pm.
(Palo Alto/Stanford campus:
Bing Concert Hall; 650/725ARTS)
A DANCE TROUPE UNLIKE ANY OTHER... Prepare yourself for a
completely original dance experience with COMPAGNIE KÄFIG (Apr 21), a
dazzling and dramatic fusion of circus acrobatics, martial arts and virtuoso street dancing.
Created by French-Algerian choreographer Mourad Merzouki, a major figure on the global
hip-hop scene for 20 years, it was named “one of the most innovative troupes on the experimental dance scene” by the New York Times. The Lyon-based dance company features 11
male Brazilian dancers mixing head-spinning hip-hop and samba, electronic music and the
fiercely beautiful martial art of capoeira. 7:30pm. (Palo Alto/Stanford campus: Memorial
Auditorium, 551 Serra Mall; 650/725-ARTS)
supertitles. Sun, 3pm. (San Jose:
California Theatre, 345 S. 1st St.;
408/437-4450)
DANCE
APR 21: COMPAGNIE KÄFIG.
See above.
OPERA
APR 18-MAY 3: OPERA SAN
JOSE presents The Magic
Flute. In an enchanted world of
ferocious dragons and magical
musical instruments, a noble
prince sets out to rescue a
beautiful princess and ensure
the triumph of truth and justice.
That is the premise of this fantastical and comical operatic
tale by Mozart. Packed with
exquisite singing and stage wizardry, Mozart’s delightful blend
of high comedy and serious
drama leads you into a world of
magic, complete with a giant
serpent, a secret brotherhood
and a lovesick bird catcher.
Sung in German with English
APR 26: DANCIN’ IN THE ROW.
Formerly Dancin’ Downtown,
and part of National Dance
Week, this non-stop, full-day
dance performance showcases
the wealth and diversity of
South Bay dance artists and
choreographers. 10am-3:30pm.
(San Jose: Santana Row, 377
Santana Row; 408/924-5042)
THEATER & MUSICALS
THRU APR 19: CITY LIGHTS
THEATRE COMPANY presents
David Henry Hwang’s Tony
Award-winning modern classic
M. Butterfly. In this retelling of
Puccini’s famous opera Madame
Butterfly, a French diplomat
gradually and inevitably falls for
the delicate charms of a Chinese
opera star who seems to personify his fantasy vision of submissive Eastern sexuality. Drawn
from real-life events, it underscores the irony of that fantasy,
and becomes a powerful exploration of East-West relations
and the persistent romanticism
that continues to cloud and
complicate them to this day.
Wed-Sat, 8pm; Sun, 2pm. (San
Jose: 529 S. Second St.;
408/295-4200)
APR 1-26: THEATREWORKS
presents the regional premiere
of the passionate bluegrass
musical Fire on the Mountain.
Alternately exuberant and
melancholy, joyous and gripping,
this musical tribute to the working families of America’s heartland is a foot-stomping celebration of the culture, hardships
and heroics of life on the Blue
Ridge. Tue-Wed, 7:30pm; ThursFri, 8pm; Sat, 2 and/or 8pm;
than your everyday romance.
Tues-Thurs, 7:30pm; Fri, 8pm;
Sat, 2 & 8pm; Sun, 1 & 6:30pm.
(San Jose: Center for the
Performing Arts, 255 Almaden
Blvd.; 408/295-9600)
THEATREWORKS IN “FIRE ON THE MOUNTAIN” (APR 1-26)
Sun, 2 and/or 7pm. (Mountain
View: Center for the Performing
Arts, 500 Castro St.; 650/9036000; www.theatreworks.org)
APR 1-26: SAN JOSE STAGE
presents Death of a Salesman.
A scathing critique of capitalism
and the failure of the American
Dream to bring true happiness,
this Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning play follows aging salesman Willy Loman as he and his
family confront their dreams
and failures, hopes and fears.
Willy’s humiliating struggles are
definitive of the everyday man:
What does it mean to be relevant, successful and to live a life
that matters. Considered one of
the greatest American plays
ever written, Arthur Miller’s
powerful and provocative drama
is directed by Kenneth Kelleher
(who recently received an award
for “Best Director” for San Jose
Stage Company’s production of
The Threepenny Opera), and
features SJST Artistic Director
Randall King as Willy Loman.
Wed-Thurs, 7:30pm; Fri-Sat,
8pm; Sun, 2pm. (San Jose: 490
S. 1st St.; 408/283-7142)
Sun, 2pm. (San Jose: Theatre on
San Pedro Square, 29 N. San
Pedro St.; 408/679-2330)
APR 17-26: CMT SAN JOSE
presents Ragtime. See page 6.
APR 21-26: ONCE. Winner of
eight Tony Awards, including
Best Musical, this truly original
Broadway experience features
an impressive ensemble of
actor-musicians who play their
own instruments onstage. On
national tour, Once tells the
enchanting tale of a Dublin
street musician who’s about to
give up on his dream when a
beautiful young woman takes a
sudden interest in his haunting
love songs. As the chemistry
between them grows, his music
soars to powerful new heights…
but their connection turns out
to be deeper and more complex
APR 10-MAY 3: THE TABARD
THEATRE COMPANY presents
Violet, an award-winning play
about a young disfigured woman
who embarks on a bus journey
from her farm in North Carolina
to Oklahoma in order to be
healed. It boasts an energetic,
toe-tapping gospel, rock, country, and rhythm and blues score.
Thurs-Fri, 8pm; Sat, 3 & 8pm;
APR 25-MAY 10: PALO ALTO
PLAYERS presents The
Addams Family. From the
writers of the Jersey Boys
comes this new musical that
tells the story of every father’s
nightmare…that moment when
your devilish little girl grows up
and falls in love with a normal
man from a respectable family.
This magnificently macabre
family gets the shock of a lifetime when she brings him and
his parents home for dinner.
With brilliant new songs that are
all together ooky, the whole
Addams family comes together
for a riotous night of ghoulish
glee. Thurs, 7pm; Fri-Sat, 8pm;
Sun, 2pm. (Palo Alto: Lucie
Stern Community Theatre, 1305
Middlefield Rd.; 650/329-0891)
ART EXHIBITS
ANDERSON COLLECTION AT
STANFORD UNIVERSITY This
stunning new museum was built
exclusively to showcase the outstanding private assembly of
modern and contemporary
American art gifted by Harry W.
and Mary Margaret Anderson
and Mary Patricia Anderson
Pence. The collection of 121
paintings and sculpture repre-
sent post-World War II art
movements from Bay Area
Abstraction to Post-Minimalism.
Featured artists include David
Park, Richard Diebenkorn,
Willem de Kooning, and Wayne
Thiebaud—with Jackson
Pollock’s 1947 “Lucifer” being
the most coveted work of all.
Wed-Mon, 11-5pm; Thurs, 11-8pm.
(Stanford campus: 314 Lomita
Dr.; 650/721-6055)
CANTOR ARTS CENTER AT
STANFORD UNIVERSITY 20thcentury European and American
art is presented in a variety of
indoor and outdoor galleries,
along with a diverse permanent
collection spanning the history
of art and a broad spectrum of
cultures. Exhibits this month
include: •She Who Tells a
Story: Women Photographers
from Iran and the Arab World
(thru May 4) presents the pioneering work of 12 leading
women photographers from Iran
and the Arab world who have
tackled the very notion of representation with passion and
power, questioning tradition and
challenging perceptions of
Middle Eastern identity.
•American Battleground:
Photographs of the Civil War,
1861-1865 (thru Aug 17) features photographs, primarily
landscape views, of the first
conflict thoroughly documented
through film. •Pop Art from
the Andersen Collection (thru
Oct 26) An exhibition of 10 outstanding pop art works, including Robert Indiana’s iconic 1973
painting “Love” and Andy
Warhol’s 1967 self-portrait.
•Promised Land: Jacob
Lawrence at the Cantor (Apr
1-Aug 3) features an exceptional
group of 56 works by the 20thcentury American master,
including drawings, paintings
and prints. Wed-Mon, 11-5pm;
Thurs, 11-8pm. (Stanford campus: Palm Dr. at Museum Way;
650/723-4177)
the museum’s collection in the
last four years, including works
by Wayne Thiebaud, Andy
Warhol and Jo Whaley. •Rewind:
Works from the Video
Collection (thru Mar 15)
Comprised of 280 rare videos
and film, the collection represents a period in which the
museum was a leader in
commissioning and exhibiting
video art. Tues-Sun, 11-4. (Santa
Clara: 500 El Camino Real;
408/554-4528)
SAN JOSE MUSEUM OF ART
Located downtown, this museum showcases works from the
20th and 21st centuries, emphasizing post-1980 Bay Area
artists. On exhibit this month:
•City Limits, City Life (thru
June 14) encourages audiences
to think about urbanism in a
larger context through specific
artwork. •Postdate:
Photography and Inherited
History in India (thru Aug 2)
features works by contemporary
DE SAISSET MUSEUM This
museum at Santa Clara
University houses rotating art
and historical exhibits. On exhibit
this month: •Keep, Care and
Collect On (thru Mar 15) highlights works that have come into
“ONCE” COMES TO SAN JOSE APR 21-26
12-5. (San Jose: 180 Woz Way;
408/298-5437; www.cdm.org)
BASEBALL
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS (San
Francisco: AT&T Park; 415/9722000)
Apr 13-15: Rockies. Mon, 1:35pm;
Tues-Wed, 7:15pm.
Apr 16-19: Diamondbacks.
Thurs-Fri, 7:15pm; Sat, 6:05pm;
Sun, 1:05pm.
Apr 21-23: Dodgers. Tues-Wed,
7:15pm; Thurs, 12:45pm.
JOSÉ CLEMENTE OROZCO: ANCIENT RACES, 1926 (STUDY FOR THE MURAL ANCIENT RACES)
AT THE SAN JOSE MUSEUM OF ART THRU AUG 3
Indian photographers who look
closely and critically at historical
Indian photography, as well as
other sources of inspiration, and
reassess history as they do so.
•José Clemente Orozco:
Figure Drawings (thru Aug 3)
One of the esteemed Los Tres
Grandes Mexican muralists, this
exhibition includes more than
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408/294-2787)
SAN JOSE MUSEUM OF QUILTS
& TEXTILES This unique museum exhibits contemporary and
traditional quilts from around the
world. On exhibit this month: •A
Common Thread: Stitching
and Embroidery (thru July 5)
showcases works by contemporary artists who use stitching and
embroidery as their primary
means of expression and mark
making to create provocative
and compelling fiber art.
•Bedouin Textiles from the
Collection of Robert and Joy
Totah Hilden (thru July 5) looks
at the rich woven history of the
Arab nomads, including handwoven textiles as well as photographs of the Bedouin and their
lifestyle. Wed-Fri, 12-5pm; SatSun, 11-5. (San Jose: 520 S. First
St.; 408/971-0323)
SPECTATOR
SPORTS
OAKLAND ATHLETICS
(Oakland: Oakland Coliseum;
877/493-BALL)
Apr 6-9: Rangers. Mon-Wed,
7:05pm; Thurs, 12:35pm.
Apr 10-12: Mariners. Fri, 7:05pm;
Sat-Sun, 1:05pm.
Apr 24-26: Astros. Fri, 7:05pm;
Sat-Sun, 1:05pm.
Apr 28-30: Angels. Tues-Wed,
7:05pm; Thurs, 12:35pm.
BASKETBALL
GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS
(Oakland: Oracle Arena;
888/GSW-HOOP)
Apr 2: Suns. 5:30pm.
Apr 9: Trailblazers. 7:30pm.
Apr 11: Timberwolves. 7:30pm.
Apr 13: Grizzlies. 7:30pm.
Apr 15: Nuggets. 7:30pm.
HOCKEY
SAN JOSE SHARKS (San Jose:
SAP Center; 800/745-3000)
Apr 1: Avalanche. 7:30pm.
Apr 3: Coyotes. 7pm.
Apr 6: Stars. 7:30pm.
MOTOCROSS
APR 18: AMA SUPERCROSS.
The world’s premier stadium
motorcycle circuit is comprised
of 17 races of heart-stopping
action. 6:30pm. (Santa Clara:
Levi’s Stadium; 415/464-9377)
(HOME GAMES)
SOCCER
ARENA FOOTBALL
SAN JOSE SABERCATS (San
Jose: SAP Center, 525 W. Santa
Clara St.; 408/673-3400)
Apr 4: Los Angeles. 7:30pm.
Apr 25: Portland. 7:30pm.
GOLFLAND CENTERS Bring the
kids to these fun parks and
enjoy miniature golf, waterslides,
video arcade games, and pizza
and snack bars at four locations.
Your inner kid will thank you,
too. Also available for school
parties, fundraisers and birthday
parties. (•Sunnyvale: Golfland
USA, 885 E. El Camino Real at
Wolfe Rd.; 408/245-1322. •San
Jose: Emerald Hills Golfland,
976 Blossom Hill Rd.; 408/2251533. •Castro Valley: Golden Tee
Golfland, 2533 Castro Valley
Blvd.; 510/537-2168. •Milpitas:
Milpitas Golfland, 1199 Jacklin
Rd. at Hwy. 680; 408/263-6855.
For groups, call 408/245-8434.)
SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES
(Santa Clara: Buck Shaw
Stadium; 877/QUAKE-01)
Apr 5: Salt Lake. 2pm.
Apr 11: Vancouver. 7:30pm.
Apr 25: Montreal. 7:30pm. ❖
CALIFORNIA’S GREAT AMERICA
ATTRACTIONS & MUSEUMS
TOP THINGS TO SEE & DO, IN & AROUND SILICON VALLEY
IN & AROUND
SAN JOSE
CALIFORNIA’S GREAT
AMERICA Northern California’s
largest family entertainment
park offers over 50 thrill rides,
along with tons of family rides
and attractions. In April: Sat,
10am-8pm; Sun, 10am-7pm. Also
Apr 3, 8-10 & 15-17, 10am-6pm.
(Santa Clara: Great America
Pkwy; 408/988-1776)
CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY
MUSEUM Fun and learning go
hand in hand at this museum,
one of the largest of its kind in
the nation, where you’ll find 150
hands-on semi-permanent and
traveling exhibits, innovative
programs and lively performances incorporating science, art,
humanities and more. Children
and adults alike are invited to
prod, test and tinker in a special
blend of participatory learning
and playful discovery. Among
the exhibits, Waterways allows
young ones to explore the way
water gushes, rushes and flows,
while Secrets of Circles celebrates the math, science and
beauty of wheels, clocks, doorknobs and many other circles
around us. Also currently on
exhibit, Mammoth Discovery!
offers a glimpse into the history
of this ancient animal. Visitors
can view actual skull, femur and
pelvis fossils found locally, as
well as a full-size replica of a
mammoth. Tues-Sat, 10-5; Sun,
HAKONE GARDENS These
peaceful Japanese-style gardens
nestled in the Saratoga hills are
replete with waterfalls, ponds,
and imported plants and patterned after the Zen gardens of
the mid-17th century. Three formal buildings embody the elements of traditional Japanese
architecture. Mon-Fri, 10-5; SatSun, 11-5. (Saratoga: 21000 Big
Basin Way; 408/741-4994)
HAPPY HOLLOW PARK & ZOO
Among the rides at this great
family destination are a
carousel, a roller coaster, a
Dragon Ride, a giant play structure, kiddie swings and a frog
hopper. At the Animal Barn, kids
can get up close to a variety of
animals—from domestic species
to typical barn denizens. The
Lemur Woods exhibit features
endangered lemurs with a parallel play area for children to hop,
jump and move like a lemur,
while a fossa exhibit features
the largest member of the mongoose family—the largest carnivore and top predator native to
Madagascar. Weekends, 10-5;
weekdays, 10-4. (San Jose:
Kelley Park, Keyes & Senter
Rds.; 408/794-6400)
HISTORY PARK This charming
14-acre historic park has a smalltown atmosphere highlighted by
free rides on a historic trolley
and 27 original and replica historic buildings. Among these
buildings are a Museum Store
and O’Brien’s Café, which is
complete with an ice cream parlor and candy store. Galleries at
the Pacific Hotel feature rotating
art exhibits. Tues-Fri, 12-5; SatSun, 11-5. (San Jose: Kelley Park,
1650 Senter Rd.; 408/287-2290)
INTEL MUSEUM Go behind the
scenes in the high-tech world of
California’s famed Silicon Valley.
See what it’s like inside an ultraclean, highly automated silicon
chip factory, and connect with
technologies that give us new
ways to work, learn, play, and
communicate. Intel Museum
offers 10,000 square feet of fun,
interactive learning for children
and adults. Free, guided tours
can be arranged in advance.
Souvenirs, toys, gifts and apparel are available at the museum
store. Free admission and parking. Mon-Fri, 9-6; Sat, 10-5.
(Santa Clara: 2200 Mission
College Blvd.; 408/765-5050;
www.intel.com/museum)
JAPANTOWN It may be a small
neighborhood, but San Jose’s
Japantown is packed full of
Asian American history—more
than 120 years’ worth. One of
the three remaining Japantowns
in the nation, this neighborhood
remains deeply rooted in
Japanese heritage thanks to the
efforts of its residents. See taiko
drumming; shop for kimonos,
ikebana vases, martial arts supplies, and artisan foods; eat at
one of the 21 dining spots; or
visiting cultural and historical
sites like the Buddhist Church
Betsuin and the Japanese
American Museum of San Jose.
(San Jose: N. Fifth & Jackson
Sts.; 408/298-4303)
K1 SPEED With its award-winning centers, professionally
designed race tracks, Europeanstyle racing, and emission-free
electric karts capable of reaching 40mph, (faster than gas
karts!), K1 Speed is a revolution
in indoor karting. Silicon Valley’s
first electric indoor kart racing
center features 65,000 sq. ft. of
space equipped with plasma televisions, a gaming area, the Pit
Café, and a huge lobby with
comfortable seating areas to
lounge in. Allowing novice and
veteran drivers to experience
the thrill of an authentic racing
atmosphere makes this the perfect place to race! (Santa Clara:
2925 Mead Ave. 855/517-7333;
www.K1Speed.com)
MISSION SAN JOSE Founded in
1797 as the 14th of the 21
Spanish missions in Alta
California, Mission San Jose features a magnificent reconstruction of the original adobe
church where the museum is
housed. Self-guided tours and
slide shows are offered, in addition to a gift shop full of books,
photos, paintings, prints, maps
and religious articles. Daily, 10-5.
(Fremont: 43300 Mission Blvd.;
510/657-1797)
RAGING WATERS Northern
California’s largest water park
offers 23 acres and millions of
gallons of family fun. Season
begins in May. (San Jose: 2333
S. White Rd.; 408/238-9900)
New at The Tech
Measure your moods and motions
with wearable tech that helps you
reveal your digital identity, examine
human connections and become a
healthier you.
ROSICRUCIAN EGYPTIAN
MUSEUM See the largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts on display in western
North America. The only museum in the U.S. of authentic
Egyptian design houses a fascinating collection of over 3,000
artifacts, objects, and ritual
items. Marvel at the preservation
of mummies thousands of years
old, and descend into a fullscale underground rock tomb,
complete with intricate hieroglyphics painted on the walls.
Wed-Fri, 9-5; Sat-Sun, 10-6. (San
Jose: Rosicrucian Park, 1342
Naglee Ave.; 408/947-3636)
THE TECH MUSEUM OF
INNOVATION This Silicon Valley
landmark is the destination for
visitors seeking a glimpse of the
most innovative place on earth.
Presenting Sponsor
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One of the nation’s premier science and technology museums,
this 132,000-square-foot museum is dedicated to inspire the
innovator in everyone. Through
fun hands-on experiences and
one-of-a-kind floor programs,
many supported by Stanford
and NASA, the museum
unleashes the creative sparks
hidden within. Enjoy the largest
IMAX® dome screen in the
West with its eight-story-high
screen and digital surroundsound system. Build, program,
and decorate a “social robot” or
explore The Tech Studio, a
unique space that boasts the
latest in cutting-edge digital
fabrication with 3D printers.
And gather information on
important metrics within your
body using wearable technology
at the exhibit, Body Metrics.
With so many experiences at
your fingertips, the possibilities
are limited only by your imagination! Open daily at 10am; closing times vary. (Downtown San
Jose: 201 S. Market St.;
408/294-8324; thetech.org)
ON THE
PENINSULA
ALLIED ARTS GUILD Beautifully
renovated, this historic California
property is home to an array
of artists’ studios and stores.
Browse the quaint shops for
apparel, jewelry and ceramics
and stroll the 3.5 acres of exquisite gardens and Spanish
Colonial buildings. Mon-Sat, 105. (Menlo Park: 75 Arbor Rd., at
the end of Cambridge Ave.;
650/322-2405)
COMPUTER HISTORY MUSEUM
VILLA MONTALVO This gracefully luxurious Mediterraneanstyle villa built in 1912 is now a
public park that sits in splendor
amidst 175 acres of stunning
gardens, offering some of the
best manicured hiking trails in
the Bay Area. Montalvo draws
visitors for its year-round visual
and performing arts program, as
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well as to explore the beautiful
grounds. Winter hours: MonThurs, 8-5; Fri-Sun, 9-5.
(Saratoga: 15400 Montalvo Rd.;
408/961-5800)
WINCHESTER MYSTERY HOUSE
No visit to Silicon Valley would
be complete without a stop at
this bizarre attraction, once
owned by Sarah Winchester, the
eccentric heiress to the
Winchester Rifle fortune.
Influenced by a fortune-teller
who predicted she would live as
long as she continued to build
her home, she lived in her unfinished mansion for 38 years
amidst the daily pounding of
hammers. The result is a 160room architectural marvel combining Victorian beauty with
unexplained features—such as
doors opening to walls, skylights
in floors and stairs leading
nowhere—that make it a mystery. Also on site, the firearms
and antique products museums
both provide historic background on Western heritage,
traditions and culture. Guided
mansion tours, self-guided garden tours, and “behind the
scenes” tours are also offered.
Café and gift shop on site. Open
9am daily; last mansion tour at
5pm. (San Jose: 525 S.
Winchester Blvd. btwn. Hwys.
280 & 17; 408/247-2000;
WinchesterMysteryHouse.com)
furnishings, and a spectacular
16-acre English Renaissance
garden. House and garden tours
and docent-led hikes on area
trails are offered. Tues-Sat, 103:30; Sun, 11-3:30. Last admission, 2:30pm. (Woodside: 86
Cañada Rd.; 650/364-8300)
HILLER AVIATION MUSEUM
Journey into the past and future
of aviation in this museum,
which boasts more than 75
replicas and restored aircraft,
hands-on displays, models and
photographs. Also test your
pilot skills in a computerized
flight simulator and check out
the Restoration Workshop
where plane guts are brought
back to life. Daily, 10-5. (San
Carlos: 601 Skyway Rd., off Hwy.
101; 650/654-0200)
K1 SPEED This 60,000-squarefoot indoor kart racing facility
features a professionally
designed race track for high
COMPUTER HISTORY MUSEUM
A 25,000-square-foot exhibit,
Revolution: The First 2,000
Years of Computing, immerses
visitors in the sights, sounds and
stories of the computer revolution. More than 1,000 artifacts
include rare computers, audio
and video, photographs, games,
and hands-on displays. Also featured are more than 100 media
stations and three mini-theaters.
In addition, visitors can see
Going Places: A History of
Google Maps with Street
View; the PDP-1, where they
can experience one of the earliest video games, Space Wars;
and the Babbage Difference
Engine #2, a Victorian-era
computer with 8,000 parts,
weighing five tons and measuring 11 feet in length. Wed-Sun,
10-5. (Mountain View: 1401 N.
Shoreline Blvd.; 650/810-1010)
CURIODYSSEY The museum
includes hands-on displays, daily
river otter and fox feedings,
wildlife shows and demonstrations, and more than 40 live
species of mammals, birds,
snakes, and amphibians. TuesSat, 10-5; Sun, 12-5. (San Mateo:
Coyote Point Park, 1651 Coyote
Point Dr.; 650/342-7755)
FILOLI CENTER One of the
finest remaining country estates
of the early 20th century, this
654-acre property includes a
36,000-square-foot Georgian
country mansion, decorated
with 17th- and 18th-century
performance, eco-friendly, electric karts. For more details, see
listing for Santa Clara, page 16.
(South San Francisco: 160 S.
Beacon St.; 855/517-7333)
MOFFETT FIELD HISTORICAL
SOCIETY & MUSEUM This museum displays memorabilia, artifacts, photos, blimps and dirigibles. Unscheduled tours are
available. Photo ID required.
Wed-Sat, 10-2. (Mountain View:
Moffett Federal Airfield,
Building 126, off Hwy. 101;
650/964-4024)
NASA AMES EXPLORATION
VISITOR CENTER See one of
the original Mercury capsules,
touch a space shuttle wind tunnel model, or view the latest
planetary images and videos in
the immersive theater. Exhibits
include the Space Lab J Frog
Embryology Unit, Science of
Opportunity Expedition 6,
and International Space
Station ISS; the Mars Terrain
Globe, a topographical display
of the Red Planet’s landscape;
and a real sample of moon rock.
Wed-Fri, 10-4; Sat-Sun, 12-4.
(Mountain View: Take NASA
Pkwy. exit off Hwy. 101 and follow signs to the white tent;
650/604-6274)
STANFORD UNIVERSITY Built in
1891, the distinctive style of
California missions influenced
the design of this university. At
the Main Quad is the Spanishstyle Memorial Church. Head to
Lomita Dr to view a wide range
of art at the Cantor Center for
Visual Arts and the adjacent
Anderson Collection. The campus also holds a notable collection of outdoor art including the
Rodin Sculpture Garden as well
as the Papua New Guinea
Sculpture Garden with wood
and stone carvings. For info on
public tours, visit museum.stanford.edu/visit/public_tours.html.
(Palo Alto: off El Camino Real;
650/723-2560)
SOUTH OF
SAN JOSE
GILROY GARDENS Set among
600 acres, this family park combines amusement rides with
unique gardens and trees. April
schedule: Fri, 11-5; Sat-Sun, 10-6.
(Gilroy: 3050 Hecker Pass Hwy.;
408/840-7100)
LICK OBSERVATORY Built in
1888, this is the first mountaintop observatory ever built. This
astronomy and astrophysics
facility of the University of
California features various telescopes, with a 120-inch reflector
and a 36-inch refractor for visitor viewing. Visitor Center:
Thurs-Sun, 10-5; Telescope
Gallery: Daily, 10-5. (25 miles
southeast of San Jose on Hwy.
130; 408/274-5061)
MONTEREY BAY AQUARIUM
Nearly 200 fascinating galleries
and exhibits explore the ecosystems of Monterey Bay. Exhibits
include a million-gallon display
with tuna, sharks, barracuda, sea
turtles and rays; a jellyfish
gallery; a three-story kelp forest;
an octopus gallery; a walkthrough wave-crash tunnel; and
an otter exhibit showcasing
these adorable creatures and
their habitat. Daily, 10-5.
(Monterey: 886 Cannery Row;
831/648-4888)
ROARING CAMP RAILROADS
Ride authentic 1800s narrowand standard-gauge steam
trains through the redwoods
with conductors narrating the
history of the railroad and
scenery along the way.
Weekdays at 12:30 (diesel train);
weekends, 12:30 (steam train).
(Felton: Graham Hill Rd., off Mt.
Hermon Rd. exit from Hwy. 17;
831/335-4484)
SANTA CRUZ BEACH
BOARDWALK Visitors of all
ages enjoy this vintage seaside
amusement park, where 34 fullsize and children’s rides include
the historic Giant Dipper wooden roller coaster, a 1911 Looff
carousel, the spinning coaster
Undertow, and the Double
Shot—a 125-foot tower that
launches riders skyward at over
3 Gs, then drops them for a
frightening sense of weightlessness. Rides open daily in April.
(Limited rides only Apr 13-17,
20-24 & 27-30.) (Santa Cruz:
400 Beach St.; 831/426-7433)
WINGS OF HISTORY AIR
MUSEUM A great stop for any
aviation enthusiast, this antique
aircraft museum has three
hangars and is filled with more
than 20 aircraft as well as a
library, photographs, and
exhibits. Tues & Thurs, 10-3; SatSun, 11-4. (San Martin: 12777
Murphy Ave.; 408/683-2290) ❖
LICK OBSERVATORY
PARKS &
PRESERVES
BIG BASIN REDWOODS STATE PARK
MILES OF TRAIL EXPERIENCES AT LOCAL PARKS AND OPEN SPACE PRESERVES RANGE FROM LEISURELY STROLLS TO
STRENUOUS HIKES, CUTTING THROUGH A WIDE VARIETY OF TERRAIN. WE’VE PICKED A FEW OF THE BEST PLACES TO
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ALMADEN QUICKSILVER
COUNTY PARK (San Jose:
21785 Almaden Rd.; 408/2683883) This park is full of roads
once used to transport cinnabar
to the reduction works. More
than 34 miles of trails traverse
through chaparral, oak woodlands, and grasslands. Open
daily, 8am-sunset.
AÑO NUEVO STATE RESERVE
(Pescadero: New Year’s Creek
Rd., off Hwy. 1; 650/879-2025;
reservations: 800/444-4445)
The world’s largest on-shore elephant seal rookery offers an
interpretive center and exciting
close-up views of these impressive animals. Naturalist-led tours
during the breeding season
(Dec-March) consist of a threemile hike over mildly rough
beach terrain. Hiking at this
ruggedly beautiful reserve is
allowed year-round. Open daily,
8am-sunset.
BIG BASIN REDWOODS STATE
PARK (Boulder Creek: 21600
Big Basin Way; 831/338-8860)
California’s oldest state park
contains over 18,000 acres of
old growth and recovering red-
wood forests. More than 80
miles of trails travel from sea
level to 2,000 feet past streams,
waterfalls, and superb vistas of
the ocean and coastal mountains. Open daily, 6am-10pm.
CASTLE ROCK STATE PARK
(Los Gatos: 15000 Skyline Blvd.;
408/867-2952) Over 30 miles
of trails pass through rugged
forests and open terrain with
majestic views. This park is also
a destination for rock climbing,
due to its steep canyons with
unusual rock formations. Open
daily, 6am-sunset.
FREMONT OLDER SPACE
PRESERVE (Saratoga: Prospect
Rd.; 650/691-1200) This gorgeous 739-acre preserve in the
west valley foothills offers hiking
purists a treat with forested hillsides, open hayfields, and
Hunters Point, a 900-foot peak
offering stunning views of the
Santa Clara Valley. Open daily
from dawn until sunset.
HENRY W. COE STATE PARK
(Morgan Hill: 9000 E. Dunne
Ave.; 408/779-2728) With over
80,000 acres of wild open
space, this is the largest state
park in northern California.
Rugged, varied, and beautiful,
the terrain includes lofty ridges
and steep canyons, plus over
250 miles of hiking trails that
vary in levels of difficulty and
100 miles of rugged roads and
trails for experienced mountain
bikers. Open daily.
SANBORN COUNTY PARK
(Saratoga: Sanborn Rd., 2 miles
west of Hwy. 9; 408/867-9959)
Covering the steep eastern side
of Skyline Boulevard, this lushly
wooded park offers 14 miles of
scenic trails, sweeping valley
views, and great picnicking facilities. Open daily, 8am-sunset.
VASONA LAKE COUNTY PARK
(Los Gatos: 333 Blossom Hill
Rd.; 408/356-2729) Picnicking
and playing on the grassy hills
and sailing, paddle-boating, and
fishing on Vasona Lake are popular activities here. Boats are
available for rental early spring
through early fall. A multiple-use
trail begins at Lexington
Reservoir and follows the Los
Gatos Creek for 14 miles. Open
daily, 8am-sunset. ❖
LOCAL
WINES
EXPLORING THE WINERIES OF
SANTA CLARA VALLEY & THE
SANTA CRUZ MOUNTAINS
From San Francisco to Monterey,
winemakers have found grapegrowing perfection in the coastal
climate of the Santa Cruz region
and the warm, rolling hills of
southern Santa Clara County.
Defined by the rugged Santa Cruz
Mountains, these two distinctive
landscapes and climates host
more than 75 small, family-run
wineries. Since the first Spanish
settlements 200 years ago, vineyards have flourished in these
sunlit canyons and foothills
crowned by stands of oak and
redwood. In the late 1800s, European entrepreneurs arrived with cuttings
of Zinfandel and Riesling and began planting vineyards along the eastfacing slopes. More recently, growing acclaim for the region’s wines has
led to a boom in new plantings. Whether touring the rolling back roads of
the southern Santa Clara County vineyards or the more precipitous slopes
of the Santa Cruz Mountains, you’ll encounter unforgettable scenery along
with some of the world’s most distinctive wines.
For further info on Santa Cruz Mountain wineries, visit scmwa.com. For
more on Santa Clara Valley wineries, visit santaclarawines.com.
TASTING ROOMS
BIG BASIN VINEYARDS (Saratoga:
14598 Big Basin Way; 408/5647346) Tasting Thurs-Mon, 11-5.
BONNY DOON VINEYARD
(Davenport: 450 Hwy 1; 831/8196789) Thurs-Mon, 11-5.
BURRELL SCHOOL VINEYARDS
(Los Gatos: 24060 Summit Rd.;
408/353-6290) Tasting ThursSun, 11-5.
BYINGTON WINERY (Los Gatos:
21850 Bear Creek Rd.; 408/3541111.) Tasting daily, 11-5.
CINNABAR WINERY (Saratoga:
14612 Big Basin Way; 408/8671012) Tasting daily, 11-5.
family-owned winery produces a
wide variety of award-winning
varietals from more than 100
acres of Santa Clara Valley
estate vineyards, as well as from
other premium winegrowing
regions within California. Tasting
daily, 10-5.
SARAH’S VINEYARD (Gilroy:
J. LOHR VINEYARDS & WINES
SOLIS WINERY (Gilroy: 3920
(San Jose: 1000 Lenzen Ave.;
408/918-2160) Founded in 1972,
this family-owned winery crafts
an array of acclaimed wines
from 3,700-acre estate vineyards
in Paso Robles, Monterey and
Napa Valley. The J. Lohr Wine
Center offers premium Pinot
Noir, Cabernet, Sauvignon Blanc
and Rhône-style wines. Tasting
daily, 10-5.
Hecker Pass Hwy.; 408/8476306) Tasting daily, 11-5.
408/779-4738) Tasting Thurs,
Fri, Mon, 12-5; Sat-Sun, 11-5.
TESTAROSSA WINERY (Los
SAVANNAH-CHANELLE
VINEYARDS (Saratoga: 23600
Congress Springs Rd.; 408/7412930) Tasting daily, 9-5.
STORRS WINERY (Santa Cruz:
Old Sash Mill, 303 Portero St.
#35.; 831/458-5030) Tasting
daily, 12-5.
Gatos: 300-A College Ave.;
408/354-6150.) Located on the
former site of Novitiate Winery,
this winery specializes in
chardonnays and pinot noirs.
Enjoy tasting both indoors and
on the outdoor deck. Daily, 11-5.
THOMAS FOGARTY WINERY &
VINEYARDS (Woodside: 19501
Skyline Blvd.; 650/851-6777)
Tasting Thurs-Sun, 11-5.
THOMAS KRUSE WINERY (Gilroy:
SYCAMORE CREEK VINEYARDS
(Morgan Hill: 12775 Uvas Rd.;
3200 Dryden Ave.; 408/8427016) Tues-Sun, 12-5pm. ❖
LA NEBBIA (Half Moon Bay: 12341
CLOS LACHANCE (San Martin: 1
Hummingbird Ln.; 408/6861050) Tasting daily, 11-5.
Hwy. 92; 650/726-9463)
Pleasant grounds include a picnic area, gardens, and a bocce
ball court. Tasting daily, 10-5.
10am - 5pm daily
COOPER-GARROD VINEYARDS
(Saratoga: 22645 Garrod Rd.;
408/867-7116) Tasting weekdays,
12-5; weekends, 11-5.
PICCHETTI WINERY (Cupertino.
DAVID BRUCE WINERY (Los
REGALE WINERY (Los Gatos:
Gatos 21439 Bear Creek Rd.;
408/354-4214) Tasting ThursFri, 12-5; Sat-Sun, 11-5.
24040 Summit Rd.; 408/3532500) Tasting Fri-Sun, 12-5.
13100 Montebello Rd.; 408/7411310) Tasting daily, 11-5.
RIDGE VINEYARDS (Cupertino:
GUGLIELMO WINERY (Morgan
Hill: 1480 E. Main Ave.; 408/7792145) This third generation,
4005 Hecker Pass Hwy.; 408/
842-4278) Tasting daily, 11-5.
17100 Monte Bello Rd.; 408/8673233) Tasting Sat-Sun, 11-5;
weekdays by reservation.
AWARD-WINNING WINES SINCE 1925
1000 Lenzen Avenue
San Jose, CA 95126
408.918.2160
TASTING ROOM/GIFT SHOP
Open Daily 10-5
VILLA EMILE EVENT CENTER
Weddings & Private Events
408 779 2145
1480 East Main Ave.
Morgan Hill
www.guglielmowinery.com
11-7. (Santa Clara: 2855 Stevens
Creek Blvd.; 408/248-4451)
SHOPPING
DESTINATIONS
CAPITOLA-BY-THE-SEA. This
charming beach town is packed
with interesting shops, dining
spots, and wine bars, all within
just a few blocks. You can easily
spend the day strolling and
shopping for everything from
artglass, handmade gifts,
designer apparel and original
jewelry to retro surfer threads
and high-fashion bikinis.
(Located just south of Santa
Cruz; visit capitolavillage.com.)
SHOPPING
GILROY PREMIUM OUTLETS
SHOPPING
CENTERS
GILROY PREMIUM OUTLETS
Shop 145 name-brand and
designer outlets and enjoy savings of 25 to 65 percent every
day at Ann Taylor, Banana
Republic, Coach, Gap Outlet,
J.Crew, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren,
Saks Fifth Avenue off 5th and
more. Mon-Sat, 10-9; Sun, 10-7.
(Gilroy: Hwy. 101, exit Leavesley
Rd.; 408/842-3729)
GREAT MALL This huge mall
features more than 200 retailers
offering big discounts off
designer labels and brand
names. Mon-Sat, 10-9; Sun, 11-8.
(Milpitas: Great Mall Pkwy.;
408/956-2033)
HILLSDALE SHOPPING CENTER
The Peninsula’s largest enclosed
shopping center offers a diverse
selection of shopping, from
fashion and jewelry to household and luxury items. You’ll find
Macy’s, Nordstrom and Sears,
plus more than 100 specialty
stores, including Apple,
Restoration Hardware, H&M,
Crate & Barrel, Barnes & Noble,
Coach, Cost Plus World Market,
Williams-Sonoma and Banana
Republic. Mon-Sat, 10-9; Sun, 117. (San Mateo: Hillsdale Blvd. at
THE PRUNEYARD Flowers, palm
trees, al fresco dining patios,
Tuscan-inspired architecture and
oak-shaded parking areas provide the ambiance for restaurants offering more than 15 different cuisines, along with coffee shops and a sportsbar. A
medley of 35 shops and services
includes Marshall’s, a sporting
goods store, a bridal shop,
numerous beauty shops, and a
movie theater. (Campbell: 1875
S. Bascom Blvd.; 408/796-3277)
SANTANA ROW This Europeaninspired urban neighborhood
houses over 70 shops and boutiques. Well-known chains
include Anthropologie, Free
People, Kate Spade New York,
H&M and Gucci, while locally
owned boutiques such as Smith
Alder, Pink Stripes and Penelope
provide a nice homegrown
touch. Santana Row also offers
more than 20 cafes and popular
restaurants, as well as nine spas
and salons. (San Jose: Stevens
Creek & Winchester Blvds.;
408/551-4611)
STANFORD SHOPPING CENTER
One of the few open-air centers
in the nation, this prestigious
shopping center is home to
more than 140 world class
stores, a dozen restaurants, and
four department stores:
Bloomingdale’s, Neiman Marcus,
Nordstrom and Macy’s. Mon-Fri,
10-9; Sat, 10-7; Sun, 11-6. (Palo
Alto: El Camino Real at Sand
Hill Rd.; 650/617-8200)
TOWN & COUNTRY VILLAGE
Clay tile roofs and ivy-covered
sheltered walkways made with
beams of old rail lumber are
hallmarks of this Palo Alto shopping center. A variety of retail
establishments, from apparel
and jewelry stores to specialty
shops, can be found here, as
well as delis and restaurants.
Park directly in front of the shop
you want to visit. Open daily.
(Palo Alto: Embarcadero Rd. &
WESTFIELD VALLEY FAIR This
diverse retail center showcases
a collection of 230 shops and
restaurants, such as J. Crew,
Kenneth Cole, Restoration
Hardware and Tiffany & Co., as
well as Macy’s and Nordstrom.
Mon-Fri, 10-9:30; Sat, 10-9; Sun,
The Art of
Being a Woman
Exquisite Lingerie, Sleepwear,
and Hosiery from the Finest
European Designers
~Beautifully Fitted~
1139 Chestnut Street, Menlo Park • 650.325.2965
LOS GATOS Located in the
foothills of the Santa Cruz
mountains, just minutes from
San Jose, downtown Los Gatos
is a shopper’s paradise in a setting exuding small-town charm.
National-brand emporia are
blended with a mix of owneroperated boutiques and shops
offering everything from the latest in high couture, casuals,
sportswear and lingerie to art,
jewelry, eyewear and antiques.
(Downtown at N. Santa Cruz &
University Avenues)
SANTA CRUZ A vivacious population of interesting, mostly
locally-owned shops, galleries
and import bazaars are clustered in this lively downtown
area on and off Pacific Avenue.
Find designer jewelry, unique
clothing and footwear, kitchen
accessories, local crafts, adventure sports equipment, sustainably produced clothing as well
as “only in Santa Cruz” skateboard and surf shops.
AFRICAN ART
& FURNITURE
JUNGLETRADERS This gallery
showcases thousands of African
artifacts as well as beautiful furniture made from recycled railway sleepers—rich African hardwoods laid in the African soil
over 100 years ago. Open daily,
11-6:30. (Half Moon Bay: 424
Main St.; 650/560-9955)
APPAREL
CROW’S NEST This contemporary women’s clothing boutique strives to be a place
where women can unleash
their creativity and take a fashion leap into their stylish best.
Designers include AG, Amour
Vert, Fifteen Twenty, Subtle
Luxury and more. Mon-Sat, 106; Sun, 11-5. (Half Moon Bay:
406 Main St.; 650/726-2000)
ELI THOMAS MENSWEAR For
over 50 years, this menswear
store has brought top quality
KISMET BOUTIQUE This wonderful boutique is known for its
selection of styles for women
of all ages. Featured designers
include 3Dots, Karen Kane,
Eileen Fisher, NYDJ, Nic + Zoe,
Lilla P, Hobo and Uno de 50.
Mon-Sat, 10-6; Sun, 11-5. (Los
Gatos: 100 N. Santa Cruz Ave.;
408/395-4664)
MEYER BUNJE Shop for artinspired clothing and accessories by local and national
designers and artists. Mon-Sat,
10-5. (Burlingame: 308 Lorton
Ave.; 650/347-4626)
MORNING GLORY This ownermanaged boutique offers an
incredible selection of clothing
with a vintage influence from
Sat, 10:30-6:30. (Burlingame:
1460 Burlingame Ave.;
650/344-1460)
SMITH ALDER This intimate
boutique represents over 30
designers, featuring unqiue,
beautiful and artistic Americanmade and European womenswear, art jewelry and accessories. Open daily. (San Jose:
377 Santana Row, Suite 1055;
408/260-7555)
ART GALLERY
BORSINI-BURR GALLERIES
Specializing in Imaginary
Realism, this gallery offers paintings, sculptures and rare fine art
editions by artists including
Michael Parkes, Lori Preusch,
Robert Bissell and Lorraine Vail.
Mon-Fri, 12:30-5:30pm, and by
appointment. (Montara: 1401
Main St.; 650/712-2111)
ART GALLERY/
WOODWORKS
GALLERY M This premier woodworking gallery showcases
museum-quality, handmade furniture and accessories from over
100 emerging and established
woodworkers. Open daily,
except Tues. (Half Moon Bay:
328 Main St.; 650/726-7167)
BEADING
ELI THOMAS MENSWEAR
merchandise from around the
world to Silicon Valley. Fashionforward styles for all aspects of
lifestyle feature designers such
as Eton, Agave, Robert Graham,
Corneliani, and many more.
Mon-Fri. 9-9; Sat, 9-6; Sun, 12-5.
(San Jose: 350 S. Winchester
Blvd., Suite 200; 408/247-1024)
Los Angeles, New York, Paris
and Italy. Mon-Sat, 10-6; Sun, 125.(Burlingame: 1436 Burlingame
Ave.; 650/340-0301)
SAM MALOUF This unique store
features the finest global brands
in men’s and women’s luxury
apparel and accessories. Mon-
NATURAL EXPRESSIONS This
spacious store carries the area’s
largest selection of beads—
including turquoise, vintage
glass and Swarovski crystal—as
well as quilting supplies. Open
daily. (Los Gatos: 18 N. Santa
Cruz Ave.; 408/354-5330)
BEDDING
SCANDIA HOME The highest
quality of bedding is offered
here—from down comforters
and pillows to bed linens and
blankets. Open daily.(Palo Alto:
Town & Country Village, 855 El
Camino Real; 650/326-8583)
FLEA MARKET
SAN JOSE FLEA MARKET Visit
the original flea market, the one
that started the trend that has
spread across the U.S. Serving
the Bay Area since 1960, this
market is a destination for family fun. Looking for an offbeat
item? You’ll probably find it
here. You’ll even find a milelong farmers’ market, dozens of
restaurants and snack bars, and
live entertainment. Free admission. Open Wed & Fri-Sun.
Parking: $7. (San Jose: 1590
Berryessa Rd., between Hwys.
101 and 680; 408/453-1110)
GORGEOUS EUROPEAN
LINGERIE AND SWIMWEAR
JEWELRY
• Top designers: Prima Donna, Marie Jo,
Lise Charmel, Wolford, Aubade, Cosabella,
Cotton Club, Christine, and many more ...
GEHRKENS FINE JEWELRY
Proprietor Kenneth Gehrkens
crafts elegant jewelry using the
finest gems, pearls, diamonds
and gold, making this a Los
Gatos favorite for well over 25
years. (Los Gatos: 3 N. Santa
Cruz Ave.; 408/354-2557)
KITCHEN
CHEFWORKS With its emphasis
on quality cooking tools, this
store offers everything for the
home chef—from premium
cookware, bakeware and serveware to linens, gourmet foods
and cookbooks. Sun-Thurs, 10-6;
Fri-Sat, 10-9. (Santa Cruz: 1527
Pacific Ave.; 831/426-1351)
LINGERIE
CHARMELLE 28 This popular
Bay Area shopping destination
provides customers with the
most exclusive fine lingerie from
leading European fashion
designers. With two locations,
the wide selection at this
charming boutique includes
• Professional, discreet atmosphere
• Experienced bra fittings–sizes 30A to 48I
beautiful sleepwear, gowns and
robes; alluring corsets and
hosiery; exquisite bridal lingerie;
an array of bras and panties;
and gorgeous swimwear. Top
designers include Lise Charmel,
Simone Perele, Aubade, Prima
Donna, Millesia, Cosabella,
Aubade, Wolford, Christine
Vancouver, I.D. Sarrieri, Hanky
Panky, Marie Jo and more. The
pleasantly discreet atmosphere
makes everyone—including
men—feel comfortable while
they shop. Professional fittings
available 7 days a week. Sizes
range from 28A-48I. Mon-Sat,
10-6; Sun, 12-5. (Palo Alto: 547
Bryant St.; 650/323-7979. Also
Burlingame: 1445 Burlingame
Ave.; 650/347-5022)
ELA LINGERIE This boutique
features high-quality lingerie
from leading European designers in sizes 32A–46H. Along
with well-known brands such as
Lise Charmel, Le Mystere,
Aubade, Wolford, Prima Donna
and Simone Perele, Ela also features exciting new designers
BURLINGAME
1445 Burlingame Ave.
650-347-5022
DOWNTOWN PALO ALTO
547 Bryant St.
650-323-7979
Mon-Sat, 10-6 • Sun, 12-5
www.charmelle28.com
such as Marlies Dekkers, Fleur T
and I.D. Sarrieri, in styles from
everyday to special occasion.
Beautiful sleepwear and
loungewear includes styles by
Italy’s Rossella and other leading
designers. Expert fittings are
offered by owner, Marcia. Both
women and men feel welcome
to shop here. (Menlo Park: 1139
Chestnut St.; 650/325-2965)
TOYS
AUTOMOBUILD This friendly
family-run store offers a fun
assortment of models, remote
control cars, puzzles and building-type toys. Mon-Sat, 10–6;
Sun, 10-5. (Los Gatos: 21 W.
Main St.; 408/402-3818)
SIERRA TOY SOLDIER
COMPANY This store offers
high quality collectibles, from
historical figures to model aircraft. Mon-Sat, 10–6; Sun, 12–5.
(Los Gatos: 29 N. Santa Cruz
Ave.; 408/395-3000) ❖
AMERICAN
CONTEMPORARY
READERS CHOICE FOR BEST CHINESE RESTAURANT
-Palo Alto Weekly, Wave Magazine & Mountain View Voice
JOHN BENTLEY’S Owner/chef
John Bentley’s menu of delicious, innovative American cuisine features sustainably farmed
produce, free-range beef and
the freshest of seafood possible.
Enjoy all this in an inviting
atmosphere with a full bar and
an excellent selection of wines.
Lunch: Mon-Fri. Dinner: MonSat. (Redwood City: 2915 El
Camino Real; 650/365-7777)
DINING
AMERICAN
BIRK’S Reminiscent of a
bustling brasserie, complete
with impeccable service and
lively atmosphere, the well-executed menu at this classic
American grill includes an array
of dishes using top-notch ingredients. Highlights include handcut prime bone-in rib chops,
blue cheese filet mignon,
Moroccan-spiced lamb rack, and
certified Angus New York steak,
all grilled over almond wood
and mesquite charcoal. Fresh
seafood—from seared ahi sashimi to Maine lobster tail and
black pepper-crusted sea bass—
are also available. The bar has
equally varied offerings, such as
micro-brewed beers, premium
spirits, domestic wines and even
cigars. Lunch: Mon-Fri, 11:15-2:30.
Dinner: Mon-Sat, 5-10; Sun, 5-9.
(Santa Clara: 3955 Freedom
Circle; 408/980-6400)
MENLO GRILL BISTRO & BAR
This classic American grill serves
fresh, locally sourced California
cuisine. Both bistro style indoor
seating or summer outdoor fireside dining in the courtyard are
offered. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. (Menlo
Park: Stanford Park Hotel, 100
DOUBLE D’S SPORTS GRILLE
Great food, a lively atmosphere,
sports events on high definition
TVs, two pool tables, and a
touch-screen jukebox make this
a popular destination. The
diverse menu features burgers,
pizzas, pastas, seafood and
more. Full bar. Lunch and dinner
daily. (Los Gatos: 354 N. Santa
Cruz Ave.; 408/395-6882)
THE MOUNTAIN HOUSE Enjoy
generous servings of seafood,
steak, veal, venison, pasta and
homemade desserts in a rustic,
candle-lit dining room. Lunch
Sun as of 2pm; dinner Wed-Sun.
(Woodside: 13808 Skyline Blvd.;
650/851-8541)
THE FLAMES EATERY & BAR At
this classic American diner with
a 21st-century Las Vegas-style
ambience, enjoy tasty selections
from the menu of Greek, Italian
and American specialties. SunThurs, 7am-11pm; Wed-Sat, 7ammidnight. (San Jose: 88 S. 4th
St.; 408/971-1960)
SHADOWBROOK A hillside
“cable car” and path lead you
down lush gardens to this
restaurant on the banks of a
creek where you can enjoy creative specials and traditional
offerings in a rustic setting.
(Capitola: Wharf & Capitola Rd.;
831/475-1511)
PARCEL 104 Using ingredients
from local growers, ranches and
dairies, celebrity chef Bradley
Ogden’s ever-changing menu
reflects what’s in season, engaging patrons’ palates with innovative creations cooked in an exhibition kitchen. A custom wine
cellar stocks an award-winning
selection of 550 wines. Breakfast
daily. Lunch: Mon-Fri, 11:30-2.
Dinner: Mon-Fri, 5:30-9. Happy
hour: Mon-Fri, 2-6. (Santa Clara:
2700 Mission College Blvd., at
the Santa Clara Marriott;
408/970-6104)
PIACERE Piacere uses the freshest produce and seafood, as
well as the finest grade meats
and poultry, to create dazzling
takes on contemporary
American cuisine. The wine list
consistently earns recognition
from Wine Spectator. The openair lounge is ideal for wine tasting or enjoying a cocktail, and is
home to live music Thurs-Sat.
Lunch: Mon-Fri. Brunch: SatSun. Dinner: nightly. (San Carlos:
727 Laurel St.; 650/592-3536)
TARRAGON Drawing on flavor
profiles from all over the globe,
Tarragon is an uptown dining
spot in historic downtown
Sunnyvale. Whether it's roasted
mussels to start; penne pasta
with wild mushrooms, butter,
sage and parmesan; or rack of
lamb prepared over a mesquite
grill, the diverse menu offers
something for everyone. Dinner:
Mon- Sat, 5pm ‘til closing.
A PE NINSULA TRADI TI O N SINCE 1 9 70
1067 N. San Antonio Road at El Camino, Los Altos • 650.948.2696
LUNCH & DINNER • BANQUETS • COCKTAILS • GOURMET FOOD TO GO
enced California cuisine is
complemented by a variety
of California boutique wines,
specialty cocktails, French
Champagne and craft beers.
Lunch and dinner: Tues-Sun.
(Los Gatos: 165 Los GatosSaratoga Rd.; 408/354-3434)
(Sunnyvale: 140 S. Murphy Ave.;
408/737-8003)
VAULT 164 Located in downtown San Mateo’s historic
Crocker Bank building, Vault
164’s eclectic, contemporary
American menu includes such
choices as bourbon and maple
glazed pork chop and a savory
flatbread with caramelized
onion, Applewood smoked
bacon, and Cambozola cheese.
Full bar. Lunch Mon-Fri; dinner
daily. (San Mateo: 164 South B
St.; 650/348-8164)
BRAZILIAN
ESPETUS Set inside a large,
warmly lit dining room, this
churrascaria offers authentic
Brazilian fare, served rodizio
style. Different cuts of premiumquality meats and seafood are
spit-roasted on large skewers
and brought to your table by
waiters clad in traditional gaucho. A diverse cocktail and wine
menu, and a bar overflowing
with exotic side dishes, round
off your meal. Open daily; call
for hours. (San Mateo: 710 S. B
St.; 650/342-8700)
PAMPAS
music on weekends and an
expansive patio area with blazing fire pits. Open daily at 11:30
am for lunch and dinner; also
breakfast, Sat-Sun, 9-11:30am.
(Half Moon Bay: 390 Capistrano
Rd.; 650/728-2739)
craft beers, whiskeys and wines
plus hand crafted cocktails are
also offered. Breakfast, lunch
and dinner daily. (San Mateo: 50
E. 3rd Ave.; 650/344-9444)
BREWERY
CALIFORNIA
CUISINE
FAHRENHEIT RESTAURANT &
LOUNGE This urban restaurant
and lounge celebrates contemporary California cuisine. With
the use of organic and sustainable ingredients, their “farm-totable” approach uses the best of
produce, poultry, fish, and meat
available, providing the inspiration for their ever-evolving
menu. Herb-crusted wild sea
bass, Creekstone hanger steak,
ahi tuna tartare tostada, and
Asian pear and green apple
salad are just some of the seasonal menu samples. Boutique
wines from local vineyards and
delicious craft cocktails are
among the beverage choices.
Dinner: Mon-Sat, 5-11pm; Happy
Hour: Mon-Sat, 5-7pm.
(Downtown San Jose: 99 E. San
Fernando St.; 408/998-9998)
HALF MOON BAY BREWING
COMPANY With expansive windows overlooking picturesque
Pillar Point Harbor, this restaurant and bar pairs a come-asyou-are atmosphere with a winning combination of California
coastal cuisine, craft beers, live
3 RESTAURANT Creative food
made from scratch, herbs from
the living wall, vegetables from
the roof-top garden, and other
carefully sourced organic, farmraised products celebrate the
Bay Area’s ethnic and cultural
diversity. A wide selection of
HULT’S Recently opened by
former professional hockey
player and San Jose Sharks
draft pick, Alex Hult and his
wife, Sarah, a former Miss
Nevada, this restaurant is
premised upon farm-to-table
dining. Elegant, world-influ-
PAMPAS This swank and luxurious Brazilian churrascaria offers
unlimited portions of meats,
spit-roasted churrasco-style and
brought to your table by circulating waiters. Included in the
prix fixe menu is a bountiful side
bar of seasonal vegetables,
fresh salads and artisan cheese.
Full bar. Lunch: Mon-Fri. Dinner:
daily. (Palo Alto: 529 Alma St.;
650/327-1323)
CAFE
CAFFE FRASCATI Find a little
slice of Italy right in the heart of
downtown San Jose. Sip one of
our their famous cappuccinos,
try a tasty panini, experience
some live music, or just enjoy
happy hour with friends after a
long day at work. Beer and wine
also offered. Mon-Thurs,
7:30am-10pm; Fri, 7:30am-midnight; Sat, 8am-midnight; Sun,
8am-9pm. (San Jose: 315 S.
First St.; 408/287-0400)
LA FONTANA Sophisticated yet
casual California dining is
inspired by the Mediterranean
Riviera. An array of delicious
choices includes pan-roasted
Pacific salmon, grilled lamb
chops, steaks and pastas along
with a wide range of salads as
well as “Heart Healthy” choices
such as grilled chicken muffaletta. Be sure to try their homemade desserts! Open daily for
breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
(Santa Clara: Hilton Santa Clara,
4949 Great America Pkwy.;
408/330-0001)
STEAKS
CHOPS
SEAFOOD
Award-Winning Wine List
Lunch Mon-Fri
Happy Hour Mon-Fri 4-6pm
Dinner Nightly from 5pm
3955 Freedom Circle
(at 101 & Great America Pkwy)
Santa Clara
408.980.6400
www.birksrestaurant.com
CHINESE
CHEF CHU’S A Peninsula
favorite since 1970, this
renowned family-owned restaurant was the first to set the bar
and introduce Mandarin cuisine
to the area. The accolades have
piled up over the years thanks
to the talents of the eatery’s
namesake, renowned master
chef Lawrence Chu, who continues to supervise operations and
give live demonstrations in the
fine art of Mandarin cuisine.
Perfect for large and small parties, the epic menu has something for everyone, including
favorites like Hunan chicken;
baked miso-glazed sea bass;
crispy Sichuan beef; and Lovers’
Prawns—an exclusive house special. Take-out available. Lunch
and dinner daily: Mon-Fri, 11:309:30; Sat-Sun, 12-10. (Los Altos:
1067 N. San Antonio Rd.;
650/948-2696)
MAYFLOWER Serving fine
Cantonese cuisine, this restaurant is renowned for its sumptuous dim sum and fresh seafood.
Over 100 varieties of dim sum
are served daily at lunchtime,
Fresh seafood and Prime
dry aged steaks with a View of
downtown San Jose
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while the regular menu highlights a tremendous variety of
seafood specialties—including
local and imported live crab,
lobster, fish and shellfish. Dim
sum, lunch and dinner daily.
(Milpitas: Milpitas Square, 428
Barber Lane; 408/922-2700.
Also Hong Kong Flower Lounge
in Millbrae: 51 Millbrae Ave.;
650/692-6666))
gant, quiet setting, with service
to match. Over the years, accolades have accumulated, including glowing reviews by the San
Jose Mercury News, top ratings
in Zagat surveys, and inclusion
in the DiRoNa Awards publications. Much of the restaurant’s
success is thanks to executive
chef Scott Cooper’s culinary talents. With sumptuously prepared epicurean delights made
from the freshest seasonal
ingredients, his prix fixe and
tasting menus reflect his passion
and dedication to world-class
cuisine. Private rooms available.
Lunch: Fri, 11:30-2:30. Dinner
daily. (San Jose: 410 Saratoga
Ave. at Kiely Blvd. off Hwy. 280;
408/296-3730)
CHINESE/ISLAMIC
DARDA Specializing in halal
Chinese cuisine, Darda uses nine
unique cooking techniques to
prepare its delicious and wideranging menu. Specialties
include a variety of mu shu dishes; warm pots of fish or meat
stew; chow mein; fried rice;
bean curd dishes; and dim sum;
in addition to seafood, poultry,
beef, lamb and vegetarian
entrees to share. Reasonably
priced lunch specials are also
available. Lunch: Mon-Thurs, 112:30; Fri-Sun, 11-3. Dinner: Mon-
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Local favorite, Dinah’s Poolside
Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch,
happy hour with cocktails, and dinner
daily. Newly renovated and serving
up a fresh new menu, this spectacular
setting is the perfect spot to enjoy
special moments with family and
friends. Try one of our new
NEMEA GREEK TAVERNA
Thurs, 5-9:30; Fri-Sun, 4:309:30. (Milpitas: Milpitas Square,
296 Barber Ct.; 408/433-5199)
ETHIOPIAN
PLAN YOUR
EVENING WITH
J. LOHR
DINAH’S POOLSIDE RESTAURANT
GOJO The rich cuisine of
Ethiopia is proudly showcased
at this vibrant eatery, where
owner/chef Tsehainish serves
authentic dishes in a relaxed
setting. Patrons can order a
range of flavorful lamb, beef,
chicken and vegetarian specialties, served with lentils, collard
greens and more. Everything is
eaten with fingers using injera,
a spongy, crepe-like bread—
utensils are provided only on
request—which is what makes
eating here so fun. Sip a glass
of tej honey wine, or order an
authentic coffee ceremony for a
truly unique dining experience.
Catering and take-out are available. Mon-Thurs, 12-9; Fri-Sat,
12-10. (San Jose: 1261 W. San
Carlos St.; 408/295-9546)
FRENCH
CHANTILLY Zagat-rated as one
of the country’s top French-
Northern Italian restaurants, this
has been the restaurant of
choice for Silicon Valley’s elite
since 1976. Reminiscent of a
French chateau, Chantilly’s elegant ambiance is sophisticated,
yet relaxed. The extensive wine
cellar reflects the best of
California and French wines, and
offers an intimate dining space
as well. Chef Bernabe’s array of
delicious specialties includes his
signature dish Maine lobster
ravioli, succulent roasted
Mapleleaf Farm duck, braised
short ribs, seared ahi tuna, and
indulgent soufflés. Chantilly also
offers an affordable 3 course
prix fixe menu. With its impeccable service and private rooms,
Chantilly offers pure dining
pleasure and is perfect for any
occasion. Dinner Mon-Sat, 5:3010. (Redwood City: 3001 El
Camino Real (at Selby Lane);
650/321-4080)
FRENCH,
CONTEMPORARY
LE PAPILLON Since 1977, Le
Papillon has carried out a tradition of serving the finest cuisine,
beautifully presented in an ele-
GREEK
NEMEA GREEK TAVERNA
Discover old-world charm and
delicious Greek cuisine at this
welcoming dining spot in downtown San Jose. Unwind in the
modern dining room, the semiprivate wine room, the open bar,
or the outdoor seating area. An
open kitchen, warm lighting and
elegant furniture create a beautiful environment in which to
enjoy fresh Mediterranean flavors—from lobster and shrimp
croquettes and to mousaka,
grilled sea bass, souvlaki, and
lamb chops. Lunch: Mon-Fri.
Dinner nightly. (San Jose: 96 S.
First St.; 408/279-4225)
DINAH’S GARDEN HOTEL
4261 El Camino Real, Palo Alto
RESTAURANT 650.798.1314
HOTEL 650.493.2844
www.dinahshotel.com
menu items or enjoy some
of your old favorites.
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
6:30am-9pm
INDIAN
ROTI INDIAN BISTRO With a
colorful and contemporary
décor, this downtown San
Mateo restaurant offers traditional Indian dishes—from tandoori meat and seafood specialities to curries, naans and biryanis. Signature cocktails, select
wines and beers complete the
experience. Full bar. Lunch and
dinner daily. (San Mateo: 201 E.
Third Ave.; 650/340-7684)
Four Seasons Hotel Silicon
Valley, 2050 University Ave.;
650/566-1200)
ISLAND
COCONUTS Listen to a soundtrack of reggae, calypso and
rhumba as you dine on
Caribbean and West Indian
classics such as braised oxtail,
curried goat, jerk chicken, codfish fritters, plantains and
adobo-crusted New York steak.
Lunch: Tues-Fri. Dinner: TuesSun. (Palo Alto: 642 Ramona
St.; 650/329-9533)
RISTORANTE ROCCA Whimsical
murals, a lofty copper and
bronze ceiling and a Venetianstyle balcony provide a pleasing
ambiance to complement fine
Northern Italian cuisine, inspired
by California influences. Full bar.
Lunch: Mon-Fri. Dinner nightly.
(Burlingame: 1205 Broadway
Ave.; 650/344-3900)
PASTA MOON
ITALIAN
CAFFE RIACE Sicilian cuisine is
offered in an atmosphere of old
world charm. Sit outdoors by
the fountain isn the marble and
granite piazza beneath a romantic canopy and enjoy delicious
recipes that the Carubbas have
for generations. Lunch Mon-Sun,
11:30-2:30. Dinner nightly, 5-10.
(Palo Alto: 200 Sheridan Ave.;
650/328-0407)
JAPANESE
IT’S ITALIA A unique blend of
“Cal-Italian” cuisine features
creative pastas, grilled specialties and delicious salads. Open
daily from 11am. (Half Moon
Bay: 401 Main St.; 650/7264444)
cious classics along with original
dishes with a Sicilian flair.
Seating also at the bar and
alfresco on the patio. Lunch:
Mon-Fri, 11-2. Dinner: Sun-Thurs,
5-9; Fri-Sat, 5-10. (San Jose: 350
W. Julian St.; 408/217-9327)
PAESANO This cozy eatery in a
refurbished early 1900s home
at the edge of downtown San
Jose offers a mixture of deli-
PAOLO’S From the modern and
innovative to classics, Paolo’s
serves the finest Italian cuisine,
offering seafood, pasta, game,
and other delicious Italian specialties, paired with an awardwinning wine list. Private dining
areas and cocktail lounge.
Lunch Mon-Fri. Dinner: Mon-Sat.
(Downtown San Jose: 333 W.
San Carlos St.; 408/294-2558)
DARDA SEAFOOD
PASTA MOON Specialties
include wood-oven roasted
items, from pizzas to dry-aged
prime rib; fresh local salmon;
and handmade pastas. The wine
list focuses on Italian. Lunch and
dinner daily. (Half Moon Bay: 315
Main St.; 650/726-5125)
The Best Chinese Islamic Seafood
Restaurant in the Bay Area
Fresh Seafood/Daily Special •Nine Different Ways of Preparation
Lobster •Fish •Shrimp •Geoduck •Clam •Oyster •Scallop •Octopus
Also Specializing in Northern Chinese Food:
Sesame Bread •Lamb w/Pickled Cabbage •Sweet & Sour Shrimp
•Beef & Broccoli •Kung Pao Chicken •Crab w/Cream Corn Soup
VIP Rooms Available for Meetings & Gatherings
Located in Milpitas Square
296 Barber Ct, Milpitas • (408) 433-5199
KYOTO PALACE
QUATTRO This acclaimed Palo
Alto dining venue showcases
Chef Marco Fossati’s contemporary menu of Italian heritage
cuisine with a Californian twist.
House made pastas, daily specials and seasonal dishes are
accompanied by thoughtfully
selected wines from California
and throughout the world.
Garden terrace seating offered,
weather permitting. Breakfast:
6:30-11am. Lunch: Mon-Fri, 11:302:30; Sat-Sun, 11-2:30. Dinner:
Daily, 5:30-10. (East Palo Alto:
HOUSE OF GENJI Enjoy a meal
that’s as delicious as it is entertaining. House specials, including steak and lobster, are prepared at each table by expert
chefs who cook and serve your
meal right before your eyes on a
Teppan grill. Try the Genji
Combination featuring steak
and jumbo prawns—it’s been a
favorite for more than 40 years!
Sushi is also available. Lunch:
Mon-Fri, 11:30-2. Dinner: MonThurs, 5-9:30; Fri, 5-10; Sat, 4-10;
Sun, 4-9. (San Jose: 1335 N.
First St.; 408/453-8120)
KYOTO PALACE Delicious food
sizzling on a teppan flat-top
grill; chefs chopping, flipping
and dicing food; patrons laughing and snapping photos—this is
a typical scene at this fun dining
spot, tucked away on the second floor of Campbell’s
Pruneyard Shopping Center.
Kyoto Palace’s reputation for
top-notch Japanese-style
steaks, fresh seafood and sushi
is only rivaled by its chefs’
renowned showmanship, which
has been keeping customers
coming back for more than 30
years. Choose from a variety of
fresh sushi, sashimi, tempura
and teriyaki, or try a special dish
like lobster, scallops or filet
mignon. Check the website for
monthly specials and events.
Mon-Fri, 11:30-2 & 5-10; Sat, 4-10;
Sun, 4-9. (Campbell: Pruneyard
Shopping Center, 1875 S.
Bascom Ave.; 408/377-6456)
TEPPANYAKI, SUSHI BAR & BANQUET FACILITIES
Your Destination for Great Food, Drinks &
Entertaining Teppan Grill ...Perfect for Birthdays!
Full Lounge | Flat Screen TV for Sports | Happy Hour Mon-Fri 4-7
At the Pruneyard, Campbell
408-377-6456 • www.kyotopalace.com
French & Northern Italian Cuisine
PRIVATE ROOMS
AWARD-WINNING CUISINE
DINNER FOR ANY OCCASION
$35 PRIX FIXE MENU
MAIN DINING ROOM ONLY
3001 EL CAMINO REAL, REDWOOD CITY
(AT SELBY LANE, AT BORDER OF ATHERTON)
650.321.4080 • www.chantillyrestaurant.com
LATIN AMERICAN/
SPANISH
A MODERN
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CASCAL Old World taste meets
New World appeal at this
vibrant restaurant. Tapas-style
plates and a variety of ceviches
and paellas are offered in an elegant and stylish setting.
Bringing together the traditions,
bold flavors and warm hospitality of Spain and Latin America,
the delicious results are
matched with sexy cocktails and
live music. Open daily from
11:30am for lunch, tapas and dinner. (Mountain View: 400 Castro
St.; 650/940-9500)
110 Paseo de San Antonio | San Jose | 408.375.2618
MEXICAN
CHEVYS Home of fresh Mex, all
menu items here—from fajitas
and ribs to roasted salsa and
tortillas—are prepared fresh to
order and served in a lively border cantina-style atmosphere.
Lunch and dinner daily.
(Mountain View: 2116 W. El
Camino Real at Rengstorff Ave.;
650/691-9955)
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Japanese
Teppan-Yaki:
The FUN Way
to Dine
1335 N. First St., San Jose | (408) 453-8120
www.houseofgenji.net
SIXTO’S CANTINA This lively
restaurant with a warm, hacienda-style décor features Mexican
cuisine rooted in Jaliscan tradition and made with the freshest
of ingredients. Artisanal cocktails are infused with fresh juices
and herbs. Open daily at
11:30am for lunch and dinner.
(Burlingame: 1448 Burlingame
Ave.; 650/342-7600)
MOROCCAN
MENARA MOROCCAN This
Casablanca-style restaurant
dances to the beat of a different
drum, with exotic architectural
details, jewel-toned pillows and
plush couches; nightly belly
dancing performances and
authentic Moroccan cuisine,
served finger-food style. Diners
are treated to their choice of
six-course meals, each including
a refreshing salade Moroccaines;
b’stilla, a sweet and savory
chicken pastry; couscous; mint
tea; and baklava. Conveniently
located next to the Light Rail,
Menara also offers a full bar and
banquet facilities for up to 300.
Be sure to try the enchanting
Moroccan Magic cocktail, made
with rum, sweet and sour mix,
and orange and pineapple
juices. Dinner: nightly 6-10. (San
Jose: 41 E. Gish Rd. at N. First
St.; 408/453-1983)
PATISSERIE
ALEXANDER’S PATISSERIE This
new patisserie offers a selection
of exquisite sweet and savory
treats including macarons,
cakes, tarts, cookies, chocolates
and confections along with
breads and gourmet sandwiches. Presiding over the kitchen is
Executive Pastry Chef Dries
Delanghe, a Belgian native
whose career ranges from the
5-star Hotel Les Sangliers de
Ardennes to the 3-Michelinstarred Joël Robuchon in Las
Vegas. Delanghe’s creations
incorporate top quality ingredients as well as seasonal highlights, reflecting both his traditional European training and
contemporary techniques.
Coffee drinks and espressos are
also offered. Mon-Fri, 6am10pm; Sat, 8am-10pm; Sun, 8am8pm. (Mountain View: 209
Castro St.; 650/864-9999)
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41 E. Gish at N. 1st St., San Jose • 408.453.1983 • www.menara41.com
dine & relax
Asian Gourmet Express
Baja Fresh
House of Siam
Johnny Rockets
Pita Pit
Starbucks
Tandoori Oven
Thirst Tea
work out
Bally’s Total Fitness
THE PAVILION
SEAFOOD
CROW’S NEST Wall-to-wall windows offer ocean and harbor
views. The friendly, casual
atmosphere and exceptional
food have made this restaurant
a favorite since 1969. The menu
features a variety of the freshest
seafood as well as other specialties such as Midwestern aged
beef, shellfish, pasta, and an
abundant salad bar. Live music
and dancing offered in the
lounge. Lunch and dinner daily.
(Santa Cruz: At the Santa Cruz
Harbor; 831/476-4560)
SCOTT’S SEAFOOD Enjoy views
of downtown San Jose from the
casually elegant 6th floor dining
room or rooftop patio along
with the ocean’s bounty at this
beautifully appointed restaurant.
The menu features the freshest
seafood, including salmon, ahi
tuna, Dungeness crab and lobster tail, as well as a range of
prime dry-aged steaks, salad,
chicken, and pasta. A full bar
and extensive wine list complement the sophisticated menu.
Scott’s private dining room with
fireplace and special menus are
available for corporate or social
events. San Jose hours: Lunch:
Mon-Fri, 11:30-5. Dinner: MonSat, from 5pm; Sun, from
4:30pm. Scott’s Palo Alto hours:
Brunch: Sat-Sun, 9-3. Lunch:
Mon-Fri, 11-4. Dinner: Mon-Fri,
from 4pm; Sat-Sun, from 3pm.
(San Jose: 185 Park Ave.;
408/971-1700. Also Palo Alto:
Town & Country Village, 855 El
Camino Real at Embarcadero
Rd.; 650/323-1555)
THE SEA BY ALEXANDER’S
This premier seafood restaurant
focuses on sumptuous morsels
from the sea, prepared with
modern technique and flair. The
talented culinary team blends
contemporary cuisine with
Japanese sensibility and ingredients to transform its menu into
the extraordinary. Dinner: TuesSat, 5:30-9:30pm; Sun-Mon,
5:30-9pm. (Palo Alto: 4269 El
Camino Real; 650/213-1111)
STEAKHOUSE
ALEXANDER’S STEAKHOUSE
Melding innovation and tradition, this refined steakhouse features its own dry-aging room
and an award wining wine list.
Preparations of American and
Japanese Imported Wagyu beef
reflect creative Japanese influences. Lunch: Tues-Fri. Dinner
nightly. (Cupertino: 10330 N.
Wolfe Rd.; 408/446-2222)
FORBES MILL This sophisticated
restaurant offers Prime Certified
Angus beef and all-natural Kobe
beef, along with seafood choices such as raw oysters, Furikake
ahi tuna and West Australian
lobster tail. Dinner daily. (Los
Gatos: 206 North Santa Cruz
Ave.; 408/395-6434)
HANGAR STEAK In addition to
certified Prime Angus beef, the
menu here also offers fresh
seafood. Don’t miss out on overthe-top side dishes such as
Bourbon-smashed potatoes.
The dining room affords views
of SFO’s landing strip and the
bay. Breakfast, lunch and dinner
daily. (Burlingame: 1800 Old
Bayshore Hwy.; 650/552-3505)
MORTON’S Focused on quality
and consistency, the menu features USDA prime-aged steak,
fresh seafood, delicious appetizers and decadent desserts. Dine
in the luxurious dining room, in
the bar or outside on the patio.
SUNDANCE THE STEAKHOUSE
Dinner daily. (San Jose: 177 Park
Ave.; 408/947-7000)
SUNDANCE THE STEAKHOUSE
This upscale steakhouse, familyowned and operated for more
than 40 years, features hand-cut
certified Angus beef. Enjoy the
slow-roasted prime rib, specially
aged New York strip loin and
tender filet mignon in the candlelit, mahogany dining room. In
addition to award-winning beef,
Sundance prides itself on serving the freshest seafood and
shellfish available. Pair your meal
with wine from the nationally
recognized list. The cozy fireplace lounge is ideal for sipping
martinis and aged single-malt
scotch. Lunch: Mon-Fri. Dinner:
nightly. (Palo Alto: 1921 El
Camino Real; 650/321-6798)
THAI
THAIPHOON This cozy restaurant serves up delectable panAsian cuisine. The focus is on
Thai, but includes dishes
inspired by Southeast Asian and
Indian cooking. Lunch: Mon-Sat.
Dinner: nightly. (Palo Alto: 543
Emerson St.; 650/323-7700)
WINE BAR
VYNE BISTRO This modern
wine bistro in downtown San
Jose is the place to go for dinner or just to relax with a glass
of wine. Cozy up to the fireplace
in the contemporary lounge, or
sit by the floor-to-ceiling windows and watch the world go
by. The food menu has been
developed by experts to be varied and well balanced, with an
emphasis on freshness and
quality. From salads and paninis
to seafood and house specials,
the dishes are perfect for pairing with the diverse list of wine
that is anything but standard.
Mon-Sat, 3-11:30pm; Sun, 128pm. Live jazz: Sat, 8-10pm.
Happy Hour: Mon-Fri, 3-7pm.
(San Jose: 110 Paseo de San
Antonio; 408/375-2618) ❖
house music or top 40 hits. Live
jazz Thurs, 7-10:30. (San Jose:
90 S. 2nd St.; 408/291-0677)
THE LOBBY LOUNGE This luxuri-
ous lounge at the Fairmont
offers live music six evenings a
week, Mon-Sat. (San Jose: 170 S.
Market St.; 408/998-1900)
POOR HOUSE BISTRO Live music
at this New Orleans joint highlights blues and jazz, Wed-Sat
evenings & Sun pm. (San Jose:
91 S. Autumn St.; 408/292-5837)
COMEDY CLUBS
CLUB FOX This intimate cabaret-
COMEDYSPORTZ Two teams of
NIGHTLIFE
style nightclub features a range
of acts, including rock, R&B,
blues, jazz, dance, folk and comedy. (Redwood City: 2209
Broadway St.; 650/FOX-7770)
CARD ROOMS
comedians compete for audience laughs and points while
improvising scenes, operas and
musicals. Fri-Sat. (San Jose:
Camera 3, 288 S. Second St.;
408/985-LAFF)
FAHRENHEIT LOUNGE Deep hues
of red, incredible lighting effects
and plush seating come together to radiate a modern vibe in a
sexy and stylish environment at
this contemporary lounge. A
friendly staff serves tantalizing
cocktails, while DJs fuse music
from all genres for dancing and
entertainment throughout the
night. Mon-Sat, 10pm-late.
(Downtown San Jose: 99 E. San
Fernando St.; 408/998-9998)
ROOSTER T. FEATHERS Featuring
BAY 101 This popular casino
offers an exciting cardroom
environment, 24 hours a day, 7
days a week. Catch all the
action with games such as Texas
Hold ’em, 21st Century
Blackjack, EZ Baccarat, 3-card
Poker, Pai Gow Tiles, Pai Gow
Poker and more. (San Jose:
1801 Bering Rd.; 408/451-8888)
JJ’S BLUES CLUB The ultimate
THE IMPROV This comedy club
place for blues for more than 30
years, JJ’s offers live performances—including rock, reggae
and Latino—as well as DJ music.
(San Jose: 3439 Stevens Creek
Blvd.; 408/243-6441)
and restaurant has long been a
venue for rising and established
comic stars. April highlights
include: Dov Davidoff (Apr 2-4);
Pete Correale (Apr 10-12); Ian
Bagg (Apr 16-19); and Max
Amini (Apr 24-26). 8pm; Fri, 8 &
10pm; Sat, 7 & 9pm; Sun, 7pm.
(San Jose: 62 S. 2nd St.;
408/280-7475) ❖
CASINO M8TRIX Head for table
games, cocktails and dining at
this entertainment destination,
24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Enjoy card games including
Blackjack, Baccarat, Pai Gow,
Texas Hold’em, and more.
Hungry? Have appetizers and
craft beers in the Zone 8 Sports
Bar and Grill. (San Jose: 50
Airport Pkwy.; 408/244-3333)
CLUBS & LOUNGES
CAFÉ STRITCH Catch live
music—from jazz to indie—WedSun ’til 2am. (San Jose: 374 S.
First St.; 408/280-6161)
CASCAL From flamenco to Latin
jazz, live music Fri-Sat at this
restaurant provides a lively night
scene. (Mountain View: 400
Castro St.; 650/940-9500)
LOFT BAR AND BISTRO Fridays
and Saturdays after 10:30pm,
the upstairs turns into an ultra
lounge with live DJs spinning
some of the best comedians
around, April performances
include: Don Friesen (Apr 2-4);
Brandon T. Jackson (Apr 9-12);
Jackie Kashian (Apr 16-19); Wil
Anderson (Apr 23-26); and
April Macie (Apr 30-May 2).
8pm; Fri, 9pm; Sat, 8 & 10:30pm.
(Sunnyvale: 157 W. El Camino;
408/736-0921)
ALL THAT JAZZ IN SAN JOSE... San Jose Jazz presents
free live jazz at San Pedro Square Market (87 N. San Pedro St.) on
select Fridays, 7-9pm. In April, father-son duo Twice as Good
(Apr 3) play the blues on guitar; and local band Legally Blue’s
(Apr 10) combine sound from rare, vintage guitar amps and a
classic Hammond B3 organ with the soulful voice of Joanne
Wegener. San Jose Jazz also offers free jazz on select
Wednesdays, 7:30pm. Scheduled this month is Jazz Jam at the
Hedley led by drummer Stephen Marley (Apr 1 & 15 at the Hotel
De Anza). For more information, visit sanjosejazz.org
DASH (San Jose’s Downtown Area
GETTING AROUND
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION & MAPS
AMTRAK (800/USA-RAIL;
amtrak.com) offers train service
from San Jose goes to Oakland,
Sacramento, and Monterey.
BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit;
510/465-2278; bart.gov) services San Francisco and the East
Bay, with connections from
Daly City to Fremont via San
Francisco, and over to Richmond
and Concord. A shuttle train
runs every 15min from SFO to
the Millbrae Station, which connects to the Caltrain system.
CALTRAIN (800/660-4287 or
650/508-6200; caltrain.com)
provides rail service between
San Francisco and San Jose
with weekday service to Gilroy.
Shuttle bus connection to San
Jose Airport, and a connection
at the shared Millbrae station
via BART to San Francisco
Airport are also offered.
Shuttle; 408/321-2300; vta.org)
This free shuttle connects the San
Jose Diridon Transit Center with
the Light Rail, San Jose McEnery
Convention Center, San Jose State
University and more. Runs every
8-10 mins.
SANTA CLARA AREA
GREYHOUND BUS (800/231-
2222; greyhound.com) Bus
service offers connection
between cities nationwide.
HIGHWAY 17 EXPRESS BUS
(831/425-8600; scmtd.com)
Buses run daily from San Jose
Caltrain station to Santa Cruz;
schedules vary.
MONTEREY AIRBUS (831/373-
7777) provides shuttle service
between Monterey and San Jose
Airport.
SAMTRANS (800/660-4287;
www. samtrans.com) offers bus
service from Palo Alto through
San Francisco, also connecting
with 12 Caltrain stations.
THE SJC AIRPORT FLYER
(408/321-2300; www.vta.org)
bus runs from San Jose Airport
to Santa Clara Caltrain Station,
from where connecting trains
head to San Jose.
PALO ALTO AREA
SANTA CRUZ AIRPORTER (831-
421-9883) provides shuttle service to Santa Cruz from San Jose
Airport.
SUPERSHUTTLE (800-258-3826)
provides 24/7 airport shuttle
servicel.
VTA (408/321-2300;
www.vta.org) provides bus, light
rail and paratransit services
throughout the Santa Clara
County, including the cities of
Campbell, Cupertino, Gilroy, Los
Altos, Los Altos Hills, Los Gatos,
Milpitas, Monte Sereno, Morgan
Hill, Mountain View, Palo Alto,
San Jose, Santa Clara, Saratoga
and Sunnyvale. VTA also offers
20 free Park & Ride lots at various light rail stations and transit
centers, which also connect to
Caltrain.
For more information, call
511 or visit 511.org.
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