Palo Alto’s buzzy, intellectual energy is palpable, thanks to it being the birthplace of the tech and information revolution. That the town is home to Stanford University also supports the extra-charged vibe.…
Cuisine
For those whom ‘Indian Cuisine’ simply means butter chicken and tikka masala served over Basmati rice with a side of naan, ROOH Palo Alto is a revelation. This progressive Indian restaurant helmed…
From its perch at the corner of Union and Stockton where its neon sign overlooks Washington Square Park, Original Joe’s presents as, well, a North Beach original. It seems as if the…
Featuring a world famous aquarium, gorgeous bay and ocean views, and of course the John Steinbeck-memorialized Cannery Row, Monterey attracts tourists from all over the world who are lured by the region’s…
Chateau Montelena and Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars proved in 1976 at The Judgment of Paris that California could produce wines that were every bit as good as those produced in France. The…
With its street-level, fine dining the Matheson restaurant and its more casual Roof 106 rooftop bar and lounge, The Matheson has quicky become a Healdsburg favorite. Offering cuisine, cocktail, and wine options…
With a bow to the cultural tradition of dinner and a live performance, Uccello Lounge brings a new dimension to Civic Center. In this contemporary venue with superior acoustics and full window…
It’s common to think only of beef when encountering the word ‘wagyu.’ Most regularly associated with succulent cuts of melt-in-your-mouth steak, wagyu, in the hands of Chef Marc Zimmerman, takes on expanded…
It’s not as if one needs a reason to open a bottle of bubbly. But if ever there were two occasions that beg for the pop of a cork, New Year’s Eve…
New to the fine dining scene in Calistoga As rows of grapevines flashed their autumn brilliance, wine country’s newest fine dining experience made its debut at the Four Seasons Resort and…
Casual elegance at the Four Seasons in Calistoga Perched above the ornamental pools across from the hotel reception at Four Seasons Napa Valley, TRUSS is now in its second year presenting a…
Ernest, the elevated-casual restaurant from star chef Brandon Rice, is not exactly centrally located. It’s not positioned along any sort of thoroughfare, and it doesn’t attract foot traffic. Those who fill its…
Hotel restaurants often receive a bad rap, with a reputation of existing merely to serve uninspired food and drink to tired travelers. Such is not the case for Menlo Tavern at The…
Lafayette, California might not be the first place one considers when planning a bit of rest and relaxation. But the quiet East Bay town with its Mt. Diablo backdrop, miles of hiking…
‘Tis the season of giving and of giving back. And when you gift one of these wines to your family, friends, and work associates, you’ll accomplish both. These producers are going above…
From the Bronx to the Bay Article by Sharon Seto Photos by Robert B Richards Winter HOLLY DAYS always had a very special place in my heart. In childhood, this was an…
That shiny thing pinned to the lapel of your favorite concierge? It’s a golden key, a symbol of their status as a master at problem solving. Standing at attention behind a desk…
Found in some of Europe’s lesser touristed wine regions, these characteristic and inventive wine hotels, one in France and one in Italy, put you right in the middle of the vines. Owned…
Helmed by a new chef, the dishes at Lucia Restaurant & Bar in Carmel Valley impart a sense of time and place.
Savor the moment at Michael Mina’s restaurant where guests can experience the vibrant cuisine of Greece.