HIGHLIGHTS THIS MONTH: MUSIC@MENLO: Exploring the Musical Legacy of Schubert [11] SAN JOSE JAZZ SUMMER FEST: Three Days of Top-Notch Acts [15] CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY MUSEUM: 25 Years of Fun for Kids [16]

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2 • DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY STEP INTO THE ROLE OF A CYBER SLEUTH AT CYBER DETECTIVES— CRACK THE The Tech Museum of Innovation’s new interactive exhibit about CASE AT Internet privacy and online attacks, and the first of its kind in the U.S. Presented by Palo Alto Networks, the exhibit invites visitors to enter CYBER a training zone filled with games and challenges about passwords, encryption, phishing, malware, networks, and code-cracking; they DETECTIVES can then test their new skills in interactive mission rooms. NOW AT THE TECH “People will walk away with the tools they need to stay safe online,” said Lath Carlson, vice president of exhibits. “Cyber security is a fas- cinating field, much more about people and human behavior than the scary stuff. We have made it a point to keep the experience empowering.” The Tech’s exhibits team designed Cyber Detectives with input from some of the world’s top experts, including many from Silicon Valley and even the FBI. It’s packed with games and fun ways to understand a complicated topic. It is just the latest of the many experiences offered by The Tech that HOURS are designed to inspire the innovator in everyone and encourage Open daily at 10am. them to solve challenges. Here are some of the others: Closing times vary. • In Social Robots, visitors build (and accessorize!) their own robots.

LOCATION/INFO • The Tech Studio offers a rotation of challenges that get creative juices flowing, like harnessing wind power to transport 3D-printed 201 S. Market St., San Jose cupcakes or designing apps to solve a social problem. (408) 294-8324 www.thetech.org • Creative Collisions, a new evening series, asks guests to explore the intersection of two different topics like ballet and wearable technolo- gy, or space and art. • At Body Metrics, presented by Kaiser Permanente, visitors can check out wearable sensor kits and can track and manipulate their own biometric data. In addition, The Tech features the largest IMAX Dome screen in Northern California. For movie showtimes and further information on exhibits and events, visit thetech.org.

4 • DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY CALENDAR FESTIVALS, SHOWS, PERFORMING ARTS, EXHIBITS & SPORTS

RENAISSANCE TIMES IN SAN JOSE... Shakespeare’s England FESTIVALS comes to life before your very eyes at the SAN JOSE RENAISSANCE FAIRE (AUG 1-2). & SHOWS Featuring 700 costumed performers, this full-scale entertainment spectacular includes

THRU AUG 2: SANTA CLARA parades, pageants, live entertainment, strolling musicians, and much more spread COUNTY FAIR. Carnival rides, a throughout the village. Witness real jousting and full armored combat between Content petting zoo, shopping, fair food knights. Participate in archery, fencing and superb costume contests. Browse through C and tons of entertainment are magazine all part of this summer staple. arts and crafts, partake in a thirst-quenching ale or sink your teeth into a juicy turkey Sat, 12-11pm; Sun, 12-10pm. leg. Kids can enjoy games, crafts, puppet shows and storytelling. Go dressed in your subscribe (Santa Clara: County Fairgrounds, 344 Tully Rd.; Renaissance-inspired finery, if you so please. Sat, 10am-6pm; Sun, 10am-5pm. (San 408/494-3100) Jose: 494 W. Santa Clara St.; 408/506-6499)

AUG 1: MESOPOTAMIA NIGHT Discovering and displaying GALA. This annual event pro- arts and crafts, authentic food and local food. 7-9pm. (San motes the Assyrian arts and cul- and educational workshops. Jose: History Park, 1650 Senter ture through music, sculpture, 10am-5pm. (San Mateo: County Rd.; 408/287-2290) The innovative and creative culture painting and dance. 5pm. (San Event Center, 1346 Saratoga Dr.; Jose: California Theatre, 345 S. 415/281-0221) AUG 8-9: LOS GATOS FIESTA Of silicon valley First St.; 408/792-4111) DE ARTES. Over 150 local ven- AUG 7: SPIRIT OF ’45 dor and exhibitor booths display AUG 1-2: ALOHA FESTIVAL. WEEKEND. Get transported to and sell handmade arts and Pacific Islander culture is cele- 1945 and celebrate the end of crafts. Also enjoy gourmet food, brated through music, dance, WWII with live Big Band music wine and beer, live music, and activities for the kids. 10am- 6pm. (Los Gatos: Civic Center grounds, 101 E. Main St. & Pageant Ave.; 408/395-8016)

AUG 15-16: BURLINGAME ON THE AVENUE. Hundreds of arti- sans display their handcrafted wares, while delicious foods and beverages, three stages of live music, and a Children’s Playland add to the festivities. 10am- 6pm. (Downtown Burlingame: @ContentMag Burlingame Ave. 650/344-1735) #WeLovePrint Published by AUG 15-16: PESCADERO ARTS content-magazine.com & FUN FESTIVAL. This “old-fash- Silicon Valley Creates ioned country festival” on the BURLINGAME ON THE AVENUE FRANCES LAROSE (BOTTOM LEFT)

DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY • 7 coast includes fine arts, hand- OUTDOOR MOVIES THRU AUG 30: LOS GATOS from the Bay Area. In August, crafted goods, country cooking, MUSIC IN THE PARK. This free, catch trumpet master and 10- kid’s entertainment and live THROUGH SEPT 17: MOVIES ON outdoor concert series is held time Grammy Award winner music. 10am-6pm. (Pescadero: THE SQUARE. Pack a picnic, Sundays throughout the sum- Arturo Sandoval and vocalist IDES Hall; www.pescaderoart- bring a blanket, and head over mer. August performances Jackie Ryan performing Afro- sandfunfestival.org) to Redwood City’s Courthouse include: Beach Boys tribute Cuban grooves (Aug 9), and Square to watch a free family band Mike Amaral’s California Frank Bey and the Anthony AUG 22-23: PALO ALTO movie under the stars. In Aug: Beach Boys (Aug 2); Journey Paule Band performing authen- FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles tribute band Journey Revisted tic and gritty soul tunes (Aug Browse the work of more than (Aug 6); Indiana Jones—Last (Aug 16); Santana tribute band 23). 1:30pm. (Woodside: Filoli, 300 talented artists, and catch Crusade (Aug 13); Guardians of Caravanserai (Aug 23); and 86 Cañada Rd.; 650/364-8300) artists-in-action, live entertain- the Galaxy (Aug 20); and funk/soul/R&B band Sage (Aug ment, Italian street painting and Hunger Games—Mockingjay 30). 5-7pm. (Los Gatos: Civic AUG 28: SAN JOSE MUSIC IN the Kids Art Studio. Gourmet Part 1 (Aug 27). Screenings Center Lawn, E. Main St. & THE PARK. A single concert fea- foods and beverages also begin at sundown. (Redwood Fiesta Way; lgmip.com) tures Texican Rock and Roll by offered. 10am-6pm. (Downtown City: Courthouse Square, 2200 Los Lonely Boys, and Blues REDWOOD CITY MUSIC ON THE SQUARE Palo Alto: University Ave.; Broadway St.; 650/780-7000) THRU SEPT 4: REDWOOD CITY band JC Smith Band. 5:15pm. 650/324-3121) MUSIC ON THE SQUARE. Friday (San Jose: Plaza de Cesar cars includes live performances, and entertainment. Sat, 11am- evenings in the summer find Chavez Park, 170 S. Market St.) AUG 28: REDWOOD CITY ART food booths, and vendors. 11am- 8pm; Sun, 11am-6pm. (San Jose: ON THE SQUARE. Browse origi- 4pm. (San Jose: History Park, Guadalupe River Park & PERFORMING nal art works by local artists at 1650 Senter Rd.; 408/287-2290) Gardens btwn. Santa Clara & ARTS affordable prices while enjoying Julian Sts.; www.italianfamilyfes- live entertainment and great AUG 29-30: ITALIAN FAMILY tasj.org; 408/293-7122) OUTDOOR MUSIC SERIES food. 5-8:30pm. (Downtown FESTA. Experience “La Dolce Redwood City: Courthouse Vita” at this family-style celebra- AUG 30: SILICON VALLEY THRU AUG 2: TARGET SUMMER Square; www.redwoodcity.org) tion held annually in San Jose’s PRIDE FESTIVAL. This equality- POPS. Presented by Symphony Little Italy section, featuring themed event is the largest cel- Silicon Valley, these free summer AUG 29: VIEJITOS CAR SHOW. authentic homemade Italian ebration of gay and lesbian cul- outdoor concerts are held on This annual showcase of classic delights, plus traditional music ture in the South Bay. 11am-7pm. the grassy mall of San Jose (San Jose: Discovery Meadow, State University. In August, the E. San Carlos St. & Woz Way; Symphony offers Big Band Hit 408/505-1725) Parade (Aug 1, 7pm), perform- ing hits from the 30s and 40s; and Hollywood Sound Stage WINE & FOOD (Aug 2, 5:30pm) featuring selec- tions from classic Hollywood CHARLES LLOYD (STANFORD JAZZ FESTIVAL, AUG 8) EVENTS film scores, including 2001, A Space Odyssey and Chariots of J. LOHR WINERY hosts a variety Fire. (San Jose State University of events every month for the at Fourth & San Fernando Sts.; Redwood City’s Courthouse MUSIC: JAZZ & OTHER oenophile. In August, enjoy a 408/286-2600) Square packed with concertgo- special flight of wines paired ers at this annual free music THRU AUG 8: STANFORD JAZZ with gourmet cheeses at the THRU AUG 26: JAZZ ON THE series. Events in August include: FESTIVAL. Held on the Stanford Wine & Cheese Friday Perfect PLAZZ. Wednesday evenings U2 tribute band Zoostation University campus, this popular Pairings (Aug 7, 14, 21 & 28, throughout the summer the city (Aug 7); Country music by summer series represents the 5:30pm); participate in a guided of Los Gatos hosts this free, Chris Gardner Band (Aug 14); rich history of jazz, as well as tasting of wines from around open-air jazz series. In August, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers the diversity and creative fertili- the world during Aromatic catch Santana frontman Tony tribute band Petty Theft (Aug ty of the contemporary jazz Whites (Aug 19, 7pm); take part Lindsay, Blues band Blue 21); and Michael Jackson tribute scene. The season draws to a in a guided educational presen- Wednesday and Ray Charles band Foreverland (Aug 28). 6- close with Afro-Cuban percus- tation of appetizers and wines tribute band The Ray Charles 8pm. (Redwood City: 2200 sionist John Santos (Aug 1, at the Wine & Appetizer Project (Aug 5); singer-trum- Broadway St.; 650/780-7000) 8pm); jazz guitar performed by Pairing Seminar (Aug 22, peter Brian Skonberg (Aug 12); Julian Lage and Peter 6:30pm); and enjoy a guided Monterey Jazz Festival High AUG 7-9: SAN JOSE JAZZ Bernstein (Aug 2); jazz drum- tasting of house-made, specialty School AllStars (Aug 19); and SUMMER FEST. See page 15. mer Jimmy Cob and friends bacons paired with J. Lohr modern jazz singer Spencer (Aug 3); jazz pianist Taylor wines at the Wine & Bacon Day with Full Spectrum Jazz AUG 9 & 23: JAZZ AT FILOLI. Eigsti and friends (8/4); saxo- Pairing (Aug 27, 6:30pm). (San (Aug 26). 6:30-8:30pm. Enjoy an afternoon of music in phonist Joshua Redman and Jose: J. Lohr Wine Center, 1000 (Downtown Los Gatos: Town an outdoor setting at this his- his quartet (8/5); and tenor sax Lenzen Ave.; 408/918-2176) Plaza; jazzontheplazz.com) toric estate, celebrating 25 years legend Charles Lloyd and his of presenting world-class talent band (Aug 8). 8pm; campus

8 • DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY • 9 is best known for his ballad, decade. 7:30pm. (San Jose: SAP “Walking in Memphis.” 7:30pm. Center; 408/287-9200) (Montalvo Arts Center) AUG 18: MICHAEL FRANTI & AUG 13: ZIGGY MARLEY. SPEARHEAD. Hip hop is blend- The son of Bob Marley, this ed with funk, reggae, jazz, folk Grammy-winning reggae musi- and rock. 7:30pm. (Mountain MUSIC@MENLO CO-FOUNDER & cian performs with Steel Pulse. Winery) PIANIST WU HAN PERFORMS 7:30pm. (Mountain Winery) AUGUST 8 AUG 18: R5. This pop-rock quin- AUG 14: CHRIS ISAAK. This tet perform songs from their lat- country/rock musician performs est album. 7pm. (San Jose: City hits from his latest album, National Civic, 135 W. San “Beyond the Sun.” 7:30pm. Carlos St.; 800/745-3000) SHERYL CROW (AUG 4-5) MARC COHN (AUG 12) (Mountain Winery) AUG 19: DIANA KRALL. This AUG 16: MAZE. Singer Frankie pianist and jazz vocalist is one locations vary; visit stanford- AUG 8: JUANES. This top-selling Beverly joins the band for an of the most respected and dis- jazz.org for moree. (Palo Alto: Latin rock artist performs hits evening of soul music. 7:30pm. tinguished musicians today. EXPLORING THE LEGACY OF SCHUBERT... The revered sum- Stanford University) during his “Loco de Amor” tour. (Mountain Winery) 7:30pm. (Mountain Winery) mer festival, MUSIC@MENLO, features a roster of the world’s greatest chamber musi- 7:30pm. (Mountain Winery) AUG 1: BRIT FLOYD. Celebrating AUG 17: SHANIA TWAIN. This AUG 21: DIERKS BENTLEY. This cians. Focusing on Schubert this year, the festival comes to a close with two concert five decades of Pink Floyd AUG 12: MARC COHN. This folk international superstar performs country star is joined by rising programs in August: Program VI (Aug 4-5) pays tribute to an array of composers music, this tribute show includes rock singer/songwriter/musician in her first concert in over a artists Kip Moore, Maddie and whose music connects to Schubert in powerful ways, including Mendelssohn, Andr a spectacular light show and Tae, and Cannan Smith. 7pm. é huge stage production. 7:30pm. (Shoreline Amphitheatre) Previn, Brahms, Liszt and Schumann; and Program VII (Aug 8) is a musical eulogy (Mountain Winery) for Schubert that includes Haydn’s String Quartet in D Minor, Beethoven’s String AUG 22: GLORIA TREVI. On her AUG 3: MICHAEL MCDONALD. “El Amor” tour, Latina superstar Quartet in C-sharp Minor, Schubert’s Auf dem Strom and Quintet in C Major for Two Formerly of the Doobie Trevi showcases her favorite Violins, Viola, and Two Cellos, among others. (Aug 4: Menlo School, 50 Valparaiso Broothers and Steely Dan, this love songs. 8pm. (San Jose: City singer/songwriter performs his National Civic, 135 W. San Ave., Menlo Park. Aug 8: Center for Performing Arts at Menlo-Atherton, 555 greatest hits. 7pm. (Montalvo Carlos St.; 800/745-3000) Middelfield Rd., Atherton. www.musicatmenlo.org) Arts Center) AUG 22: JOE BONAMASSA. This AUG 4-5: SHERYL CROW. This master of blues honors legends 9-time Grammy winner per- Albert, B.B. and Freddie King. promote their new albums. AUG 30: KID ROCK. Supporting forms her hits, including “If It 8pm. (Shoreline Amphitheatre) 6:15pm. (Shoreline Amphitheatre) the rocker is the legendary 80s Makes You Happy.” 7:30pm. band, Foreigner. 6:45pm. (Mountain Winery) AUG 23: KELLY CLARKSON. AUG 26: HEART. This sister duo (Shoreline Amphitheatre) Joined by a cappella superstars shows they can still rock it with AUG 6: HUEY LEWIS & THE Pentatonix and singer-song- hits like “Barracuda” and “These NEWS. One of America’s great- writer Eric Hutchinson, this pop Dreams.” 7:30pm. (Mountain COMEDY & OTHER est rock and roll bands perform star in on tour promoting her Winery) ORQUESTRA BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB BIDS “ADIOS”... their classic hits “Heart of Rock latest album, “Piece by Piece.” AUG 1: COMEDY WITH KAPIL. & Roll” and “Hip to Be Square,” Catch the legendary Cuban band while you can. After 16 years of touring around the 7pm. (Shoreline Amphitheatre) AUG 27: AMERICAN IDOL LIVE! This Indian sketch comedy show among others. 7:30pm. world, the Orquesta that rose to fame with the 1997 release of the Grammy-winning, This special show features per- features celebrity Bollywood (Mountain Winery) AUG 23: JILL SCOTT. This tal- formances from the top five guests. 7:30pm. (San Jose: SAP best-selling album Buena Vista Social Club and the ensuing documentary by Wim ented soprano infuses jazz, R&B, performers from Season 14. Center; 408/287-9200) AUG 7: GLADYS KNIGHT. This Wenders, is now on a farewell world tour. The 13-member band includes several of the spoken word, hip sop and other 7:30pm. (Mountain Winery) AUG 15: CHRIS HARDWICK. This Grammy Award-winning pop, original artists, such as trumpeter Manuel "Guajiro" Mirabal, laúd player Barbarito genres in her neo soul style. gospel and R&B singer shares 7:30pm. (Mountain Winery) AUG 28: THE FAB FOUR. This stand-up comedian is known for the stage with the classic R&B Torres, trombonist and conductor Jesus "Aguaje" Ramos, as well as new members such Emmy Award-winning Beatles hosting AMC’s live after-show band, The O’Jays. 7:30pm. as the singer Carlos Calunga, virtuoso pianist Rolando Luna and occasionally the solo AUG 25: COLBIE CAILLAT. tribute band is renowned for Talking Dead. 7pm. (San Jose: (Mountain Winery) Caillat, who made it big with her their precise attention to detail. California Theatre; 408/792-4111) singer Omara Portuondo. Aug 15, 7:30pm. (Mountain Winery) hit “Bubbly,” shares the stage 7:30pm. (Mountain Winery) with singer Christina Perri. 7pm. AUG 21: RON WHITE. Rising to (Mountain Winery) AUG 29: LUKE BRYAN. This fame as the cigar-smoking, Bing Concert Hall: Stanford Campus, 327 Lasuen St., Palo Alto; 650/725-2464 chart-topping country singer scotch-drinking funnyman from Mountain Winery: 14831 Pierce Rd., Saratoga. 408/741-2822 AUG 26: INCUBUS & DEFTONES. performs his greatest hits and the Blue Collar Comedy Tour, he Shoreline Amphitheatre: 1 Amphitheatre Pkwy., Mountain View; 650/962-1000 These two classic rock bands new singles. 7pm. (Santa Clara: is now a chart-topping comedi- co-headline a summer tour to Levi’s Stadium; 415/464-9377) an. 8pm. (Mountain Winery)

KEY Montalvo Arts Center: 15400 Montalvo Rd., Saratoga. 408/961-5800 TO VENUES TO

10 • DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY • 11 A LOVE STORY FOR THE hit comedy is inspired by his AGES... One of musical theatre’s hilarious family and all of the people whose sole purpose is to finest accomplishments, WEST SIDE drive him into therapy. Wed, 2 & STORY (AUG 14-30) is a timeless story 7pm; Thurs, 7pm; Fri, 8pm; Sat, 2 & 8pm; Sun, 2pm. (San Jose: set in New York City in the 1950s where Montgomery Theatre, 271 two young lovers, Tony and Maria, find Market St.; 800/469-9680) themselves caught between warring AUG 26-SEPT 20: THEATRE- street gangs—the American Jets and WORKS presents the Northern the Puerto Rican Sharks. Their struggle California premiere of The Country House. A revered to survive in a world of hate, violence stage and film star summons and prejudice is heart-wrenching and her showbiz family to her Berkshires home for a summer takes the audience on a journey of stock season soon overstocked self-discovery. Arthur Laurents’ book with memories. In a Chekhovian blend of sophisticated comedy remains as powerful as ever and the SAN FRANCISCO SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL BRINGS “ROMEO AND JULIET” TO REDWOOD CITY and poignant drama, they grap- score by Leonard Bernstein and ple with fame, art, the promise Stephen Sondheim is widely regarded THEATER & MUSICALS writers are brought to life by a of romance, and the frustration talented ensemble of repertory of faded dreams. Tues-Wed, as one of the best ever written. THRU AUG 8: LOS GATOS actors performing in a beauti- 7:30pm; Thurs-Fri, 8pm; Sat, 2 Presented by Broadway by the Bay. SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL pres- ful outdoor setting under the and/or 8pm; Sun, 2 and/or 7pm. Fri, 8pm; Sat, 2 and/or 8pm; Sun, 2pm. ents three outdoor plays: The redwoods on the grounds of (Mountain View: Center for the Tempest (thru Aug 7), UCSC. August performances Performing Arts, 500 Castro St.; (Redwood City: Fox Theatre, 2215 Shakespeare’s magical maritime include Much Ado About 650/463-1960) Broadway; 650/369-7770) tale; Pericles (thru Aug 8), the Nothing, one of literature’s Bard’s epic romance inspired by most famous battle-of-the- Greek adventure tales; and The sexes comedy; and The Liar, FAMILY Adventures of Cyrano! (thru David Ives’ verbal sleight-of- Aug 6), featuring exciting sword hand adaptation of Corneille’s AUG 6-9: CMT SAN JOSE pres- fights and silly disguises when mistaken-identity comedy. ents Pinocchio, a vibrant musi- villains try to steal Cyrano’s love Tues, 7:30pm; Wed-Thurs, 2 & cal based on the beloved chil- poem in order to win a poetry 7:30pm; Fri, 8pm; Sat, 2 & 8pm; dren’s story. Thurs-Fri, 7pm; Sat, contest. Performed by the Sun, 2 & 7:30pm. (Santa Cruz: 12, 4 & 8pm; Sun, 1 and/or 5pm. Festival Theatre Ensemble. USCS Theatre Arts Center, The (San Jose: Montgomery Thurs-Sun, 8pm. (Los Gatos: Sinsheimer-Stanley Glen; Theatre, 271 Market St.; Oak Meadow Park, 233 Blossom 831/459-2159) 408/288-5437) Hill Rd.; 800/838-3006) AUG 8-23: SAN FRANCISCO AUG 20-30: RINGLING BROS. SEATED MALE NUDE, BY GIAN LORENZO BERNINI (NAPLES, 1598–1680). THRU AUG 23: CITY LIGHTS SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL AND BARNUM & BAILEY: FROM THE “500 YEARS OF ITALIAN MASTER DRAWINGS” EXHIBIT AT THE CANTOR ARTS CENTER THEATRE presents West Side presents Romeo and Juliet. CIRCUS XTREME. This circus Story. Shakespeare’s Romeo Shakespeare’s remarkable the- spectacle features extraordinary American art gifted by Harry W. CANTOR ARTS CENTER AT and Juliet takes to the streets as atrical piece soars to the heights circus artists and magnificent and Mary Margaret Anderson STANFORD UNIVERSITY 20th- two idealistic young lovers find of romantic comedy before exotic animals. Thurs-Fri, 7pm; and Mary Patricia Anderson century European and American themselves caught between plunging into heartbreak. Bring Sat, 11am, 3 & 7pm; Sun, 1 & Pence. The collection of 121 art is presented in a variety of warring street gangs—the a blanket, a picnic, and the 5pm. (San Jose: SAP Center, paintings and sculpture repre- galleries, along with a diverse American “Jets” and the Puerto whole family to enjoy free pro- 525 W. Santa Clara St.; sent post-World War II art permanent collection spanning Rican “Sharks.” Their struggle to fessional theatre in a beautiful 408/287-9200) movements from Bay Area the history of art and a broad survive in a world of hatred, park setting. Sat, 7:30pm; Sun, Abstraction to Post-Minimalism. spectrum of cultures. August prejudice, and violence becomes 4pm. (Redwood City: Sequoia Featured artists include David exhibits include: •500 Years of one of the most breathtaking, High School, Brewster Ave. at Park, Richard Diebenkorn, Italian Master Drawings from relevant musicals of all time. Broadway; 415/558-0888) ART EXHIBITS Willem de Kooning, and Wayne the Princeton University Art Wed-Sat, 8pm; Sun, 2pm. (San Thiebaud—with Jackson Museum (thru Aug 24) features Jose: 529 S. Second St.; AUG 12-30: MY MOTHER’S ANDERSON COLLECTION AT Pollock’s 1947 “Lucifer” being nearly 100 rarely seen drawings 408/295-4200) ITALIAN, MY FATHER’S STANFORD UNIVERSITY This dating from the 15th through SAMANTHA JEWISH, I’M IN THERAPY. One stunning new museum was built the most coveted work of all. Wed-Mon, 11-5pm; Thurs, 11-8pm. the 20th centuries. Beyond CARDENAS THRU AUG 30: SANTA CRUZ of the longest-running one-man exclusively to showcase the out- (Stanford campus: 314 Lomita demonstrating the chronological AS MARIA SHAKESPEARE. The timeless shows in the history of New standing private assembly of Dr.; 650/721-6055) and stylistic sweep of the histo- words of the Bard and other York theatre, Steve Solomon’s modern and contemporary

12 • DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY • 13 ry of Italian drawings, this the- SAN JOSE MUSEUM OF ART SAN JOSE MUSEUM OF matically organized exhibition Located downtown, this muse- QUILTS & TEXTILES This examines the pivotal role um showcases works from the unique museum features regu- played by drawing, or “diseg- 20th and 21st centuries, empha- larly changing exhibits of con- no,” in the Italian design sizing post-1980 Bay Area temporary and traditional process. Included are works by artists. On exhibit this month: quilts from around the world. master draftsmen such as •Beta Space: Diana Thater On exhibit this month: Michelangelo, Parmigianino, (thru Sept 13) is a dramatic new •Recycled, Up-Cycled, Re- Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, video and light installation cre- Purposed Clothing Design: A Giovanni Francesco Barbieri (Il ated by the internationally rec- Slow Fashion Movement Guercino), Amedeo Modigliani ognized artist, based on her fas- (thru Sept 6) showcases a col- and more. •Piranesi’s cination with the dung beetle laborative collection of clothing Paestum: Master Drawings (who uses the Milky Way for ori- and accessories produced by Uncovered (Aug 19-Jan 4) entation) and its relationship to local artists using slow fashion presents master drawings by our galaxy. •Covert methodologies. •Found/Made Giovanni Battista Piranesi Operations: Investigating the (thru Nov 1) showcases both (1720–1778). These 15 large- Known Unknowns (thru Jan 10, vintage quilts and contempo- scale renderings of three 2016) is the first survey of a rary quilts constructed with ancient Greek temples in generation of artists who found materials. Wed-Fri, 12- Paestum, southern Italy, proved respond to the uncertainties of 5pm; Sat-Sun, 11-5. (San Jose: highly influential to 18th- and a post-9/11 world. Tues-Sun, 11-5. 520 S. First St.; 408/971-0323) CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: TOWER 19th-century architectural taste. (San Jose: 110 S. Market St.; OF POWER; ETIENNE CHARLES; TERRI LYNE CARRINGTON; BRIAN •Modern Times: The Circle of 408/294-2787) CULBERTSON; KAMASI WASHINGTON O’Keeffe, Stieglitz, Toomer (thru Sept 21) explores the relationship of these three artists as seen through the lens SPECTATOR SPORTS SILICON VALLEY’S PREMIER ANNUAL MUSIC EVENT, the San of six works from the Cantor’s (HOME GAMES) collection along with corre- SAN JOSE Jose Jazz Summer Fest is one of the area’s most anticipated spondence among the artists. events, featuring a stellar lineup of international stars, emerging •Pop Art from the Andersen BASEBALL SAN JOSE GIANTS JAZZ artists and regional favorites on several indoor and outdoor Collection (thru Oct 26) fea- (San Jose: Municipal Stadium; stages throughout downtown San Jose. One of the biggest fes- tures 10 outstanding pop art 408/297-1435) SUMMER OAKLAND ATHLETICS tivals of its kind in the country, it offers three full days of top- works, including Robert (Oakland: Oakland Coliseum; Aug 1-2: Stockton. 5pm. notch musical performances and local fun. The plethora of gen- Indiana’s iconic 1973 painting 877/493-BALL) Aug 11-13: Visalia. Tues-Wed, FEST: res includes straight-ahead jazz, salsa, Latin, blues, electronica, “Love” and Andy Warhol’s 1967 Aug 1-2: Indians. Sat, 6:05pm; 7pm; Thurs, 12:30pm. GREAT MUSIC ALL self-portrait. Visit Sun, 1:05pm. Aug 14-16: Stockton. Fri, 7pm; New Orleans, R&B, funk, fusion, world music and more. New to museum.stanford.edu for info Aug 3-5: Orioles. Mon-Tues, Sat, 6pm; Sun, 5pm. WEEKEND LONG this year’s Fest are Friday night salsa festivities (at Club Miami), on additional exhibits. Wed- 7:05pm; Wed, 12:35pm. Aug 20-23: Bakersfield. Thurs- as well as a Beyond Stage featuring today’s most exciting artists Mon, 11-5pm; Thurs, 11-8pm. Aug 6-9: Astros. Thurs-Fri, Fri, 7pm; Sat, 5pm; Sun, 1pm. at the cutting edge of jazz, R&B, funk and hip hop. The center- (Stanford campus: Palm Dr. at 7:05pm; Sat-Sun, 1:05pm. Museum Way; 650/723-4177) piece of the event is the Plaza de Cesar Chavez, where the Aug 18-19: Dodgers. Tues, Kaiser Permanente Main Stage showcases some of the biggest SOCCER SAN JOSE INSTITUTE OF 7:05pm; Wed, 12:35pm. acts, a dance area, and an abundance of food and drink options. CONTEMPORARY ART This Aug 21-23: Rays. Fri, 7:05pm; SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES non-profit organization fea- Sat, 6:05pm; Sun, 1:05pm. (San Jose: Avaya Stadium; Taking place August 7-9, a sampling of this year’s acclaimed ros- tures contemporary, cutting- Aug 31: Angels. Mon, 7:05pm. 408/556-7700) edge art, with an emphasis on ter of artists includes: soul band JC Brooks & The Uptown emerging artists. On exhibit in Aug 2: Portland. 2pm. Sound (Aug 7, 7:30pm & Aug 8, 3pm); local funk band Tower August: •Cassandra SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS Aug 14: Colorado. 8pm. of Power (Aug 7, 9:30pm); world-renowned guitarist and Straubing: A Fragile (San Francisco: AT&T Park; Aug 28: Los Angeles. 8pm. singer John Pizzarelli and his Quartet (Aug 8, 1pm); trum- Narrative (thru Sept 12) 415/972-2000) peter Etienne Charles & Creole Soul (Aug 8, 3 & 6pm); addresses issues of domestic Aug 11-12: Astros. Tues, 7:15pm; Indian-inspired jazz band Bombay Jazz (Aug 8, 5pm); drum- and industrial labor through Wed, 12:45pm. WRESTLING WHEN: mer extraordinaire Terri Lyne Carrington (Aug 8, 6pm); high- sculpture. •Naomie Kremer: Aug 13-16: Nationals. Thurs-Fri, AUG 3: WWE MONDAY NIGHT Age of Entanglement (thru 7:15pm; Sat, 7:05pm; Sun, August 7-9 energy funk and R&B dance band The Hitmen (Aug 8, 8pm); RAW. This performance of Sept 19) features large-scale, 1:05pm. saxophonist Kamasi Washington (Aug 9, 12pm & 7pm); vocal- WWE superstars include colored abstract paintings with Aug 25-27: Cubs. Tues-Wed, WHERE ist Storm Large (Aug 9, 1pm); Latin jazz band Eddie Palmieri appearances by John Cena, : video projections. Tues-Fri, 10- 7:15pm; Thurs, 12:45pm. Downtown San Jose (Aug 9, 2pm); multi-instrumentalist superstar Brian Culbertson 5; Sat, 12-5. (San Jose: 560 S. Seth Rollins, Dean Ambrose, Aug 28-30: Cardinals. Fri, (Aug 9, 6pm); and blues artist Selwyn Birchwood (Aug 9, 1st St.; 408/283-8155) and others. 4:30pm. (San Jose: 408/288-7557 7:15pm; Sat-Sun, 1:05pm. SAP Center; 408/287-9200) summerfest.sanjosejazz.org 6pm). Visit the website for a complete lineup and schedule.

14 • DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY • 15 TOP PLACES TO VISIT FOR FUN & EXPLORATION ATTRACTIONS & MUSEUMS

FOR SUMMER THRILLS... Head on over to CALIFORNIA’S GREAT AMERICA— IN & AROUND IT ALL BEGAN 25 YEARS AGO, when two Santa Clara County a 100-acre theme park with a complete water park inside. Experience the intense drops, SAN JOSE mothers dreamed up an idea to create a lively, fun-filled museum drastic turns, and pure speed of rides like Flight Deck, Demon, Drop Zone, and The where kids could explore nature, science and other cultures. A CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY Grizzly. For true thrill-seekers, the Gold Striker—the tallest and fastest wooden coaster 25 quarter of a century later, the 52,000-square-foot lavender- MUSEUM See facing page. YEARS hued museum has become a landmark for families around the in Northern California—will have your heart racing. Beat the heat at Boomerang Bay by Bay Area, drawing more than 7.7 million visitors since it opened. GOLFLAND CENTERS Bring surfing a wave pool, flying down water slides, or relaxing on the Lazy River. Families OF FUN the kids to these fun parks and enjoy taking the plunge down Logger’s Run, riding on the world’s largest double-deck- Located on Woz Way in downtown San Jose (named after enjoy miniature golf, waterslides, er carousel, or taking in sweeping views from the observation deck. For the younger AT THE Steve Wozniak, co-founder of Apple Computer, and the video arcade games, and pizza CHILDREN’S museum’s largest private donor), it’s been ranked one of the and snack bars. Your inner kid crowd, Planet Snoopy and KidZville are always a blast. Open March through October. will thank you, too. Also avail- Santa Clara: Great America Pkwy. between Hwys. 101 & 237; 408/988-1776) DISCOVERY top 10 children’s museums in the United States and top 5 sci- able for school parties, fundrais- ( MUSEUM ence centers in the world. The museum houses 150 hands-on ers and birthday parties. exhibits and innovative programs where kids of all ages can (•Sunnyvale: Golfland USA, 885 carousel, a roller coaster, a original and replica historic Dragon Ride, a giant play struc- buildings. Tues-Fri, 12-5; Sat-Sun, prod, test and tinker to their heart’s content. They can learn E. El Camino Real; 408/245- 1322. •San Jose: Emerald Hills ture, kiddie swings and a frog 11-5. (San Jose: Kelley Park, 1650 about the creation of bubbles with the Bubble Stretcher, Golfland, 976 Blossom Hill Rd.; hopper. At the Animal Barn, kids Senter Rd.; 408/287-2290) while the WaterWay exhibit allows them to explore the prop- 408/225-1533. •Castro Valley: can get up close to a variety of erties of water by tossing colorful balls into a Rube Golden Tee Golfland, 2533 animals—from domestic species INTEL MUSEUM Go behind the Goldberg-like exhibit that transports them across the room Castro Valley Blvd.; 510/537- to typical barn denizens. The scenes in the high-tech world of 2168. •Milpitas: Golfland, 1199 Lemur Woods exhibit features California’s famed Silicon Valley. via jets, waterfalls and tunnels. There are wooly mammoth Jacklin Rd.; 408/263-6855. For endangered lemurs with a paral- See what it’s like inside an ultra- bones to be examined at the Mammoth Discovery! exhibit; groups, call 408/245-8434.) lel play area for children to hop, clean, highly automated silicon traveling exhibitions such as the current Dora and Diego; and jump and move like a lemur, chip factory, and connect with a musical staircase that leads up to the Wonder Cabinet, a HAKONE GARDENS Patterned while a fossa exhibit features technologies that give us new the largest member of the mon- ways to work, learn, play, and mind-stimulating haven for kids 5 and under. The museum’s after the Japanese-style Zen gardens of the mid-17th century, goose family—the largest carni- communicate. This museum cafe offers healthy food options featuring locally sourced these peaceful gardens nestled vore and top predator native to offers 10,000 square feet of fun, produce and other ingredients from around the Bay Area. in the hills are replete with Madagascar. Weekends, 10-5; interactive learning for children HOURS waterfalls, ponds, and imported weekdays, 10-4. (San Jose: and adults. Free, guided tours Tues-Sat, 10-5; Sun, 12-5. Also Kelley Park, Keyes & Senter can be arranged in advance. To commemorate the anniversary, the museum is launching a plants. Mon-Fri, 10-5; Sat-Sun, 11- Mon, 10-5 during the summer 5. (Saratoga: 21000 Big Basin Rds.; 408/794-6400) Souvenirs, toys, gifts and appar- 27,500 square-foot, outdoor expansion with new exhibits that Way; 408/741-4994) el are available at the museum will include rain cisterns, a dry creek bed, solar panels and a HISTORY PARK This charming store. Free admission and park- WHERE: HAPPY HOLLOW PARK & ZOO historic park has a small-town ing. Mon-Fri, 9-6; Sat, 10-5. 180 Woz Way, San Jose tree-climbing and tunnel exhibit. Not to be missed: the eye- Among the rides at this great atmosphere highlighted by free (Santa Clara: 2200 Mission (408) 298-5437 catching “Tree of 40 Fruit,” a hybridized fruit tree grafted with family destination are a rides on a historic trolley and 27 College Blvd.; 408/765-5050) www.cdm.org several varieties of fruit.

16 • DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY • 17 ON THE garden. House and garden tours flight simulator and check out oldest seat of Christian worship. and docent-led hikes on trails the Restoration Workshop Rebuilt in 1875 and designed by PENINSULA around the area are offered. where plane guts are brought architect Bryan J. Clinch, the Open Feb-Oct: Tues-Sat, 10- back to life. Daily, 10-5. (San multi-domed edifice features ALLIED ARTS GUILD This 3:30; Sun, 11-3:30. (Woodside: Carlos: 601 Skyway Rd., off Hwy. extraordinary stained glass and beautifully renovated historic 86 Cañada Rd.; 650/364-8300) 101; 650/654-0200) murals. (San Jose: 80 S. Market California property is home to a St.; 408/283-8100) diverse array of artists’ studios HILLER AVIATION MUSEUM NASA AMES EXPLORATION and stores. Browse the quaint Journey into the past and future VISITOR CENTER See one of the THE TECH MUSEUM OF shops to find one-of-a-kind of aviation in this museum, original Mercury capsules, touch INNOVATION Featured on page apparel, jewelry and ceramics which boasts more than 75 a space shuttle wind tunnel 4. (Downtown San Jose: 201 S. and stroll the 3.5 acres of exqui- replicas and restored aircraft, model, or view the latest plane- Market St.; 408/294-8324) site gardens and Spanish hands-on displays, models and tary images and videos in the Colonial buildings. Mon-Sat, 10- photographs. Also test your 60-seat immersive theater. WINCHESTER MYSTERY HOUSE 5. (Menlo Park: 75 Arbor Rd., at pilot skills in a computerized Exhibits include the Science of No visit to Silicon Valley is com- the end of Cambridge Ave.; plete without a stop at this 650/322-2405) bizarre attraction, once owned VROOM, VROOM... Get ready for speed. With its award-winning centers, pro- by Sarah Winchester, the eccen- COMPUTER HISTORY MUSEUM fessionally designed race tracks, European-style racing, and emission-free electric karts tric heiress to the Winchester A 25,000-square-foot exhibit, Rifle fortune. Influenced by a Revolution: The First 2,000 capable of reaching 40mph, (faster than gas karts!), K1 SPEED is a revolution in indoor kart- fortune-teller who predicted she Years of Computing, immerses ing. Silicon Valley’s first electric indoor kart racing center features 65,000 sq. ft. of space would live as long as she contin- visitors in the sights, sounds and ued to build her home, she lived stories of the computer revolu- equipped with plasma televisions, a gaming area, the Pit Café, and a huge lobby with com- in her unfinished mansion for 38 tion. More than 1,000 artifacts fortable seating areas to lounge in. Allowing novice and veteran drivers to experience the years amidst the daily pounding include rare computers, audio of hammers. The result is a 160- and video, photographs, games, thrill of an authentic racing atmosphere makes this the perfect place to race! Mon-Thurs, 12- room architectural marvel com- and hands-on displays. 10; Fri, 11-11; Sat, 1-11; Sun, 10-7. (Santa Clara: 2925 Mead Ave. Also South San Francisco: 160 bining Victorian beauty with Revolution also features more S. Beacon St.; 855/517-7333. www.K1Speed.com) unexplained features—such as than 100 media stations and doors opening to walls, skylights three mini-theaters. In addition, in floors and stairs leading visitors can see Going Places: MISSION SAN JOSE Founded in U.S. of authentic Egyptian design nowhere—that make it a mys- A History of Google Maps 1797—the 14th of the 21 Spanish houses a fascinating collection of tery. Also on site, the firearms with Street View; the PDP-1, missions in Alta California—this over 3,000 artifacts, objects, and and antique products museums where they can experience one mission features a beautiful ritual items. Wed-Fri, 9-5; Sat- provide historic background on of the earliest video games, reconstruction of the original Sun, 10-6. (San Jose: 1342 Naglee Western heritage, traditions and Space Wars; and the Babbage adobe church where a museum Ave.; 408/947-3636) culture. Mansion and garden Difference Engine #2, a is housed. Self-guided tours and tours are both offered. Café and Victorian-era computer. Wed- slide shows are offered, in addi- ST. JOSEPH’S CATHEDRAL gift shop on site. Open 9am Sun, 10-5. (Mountain View: 1401 tion to a gift shop full of books, Originally built in 1803, this first daily; last mansion tour at 5pm. N. Shoreline Blvd.; 650/810-1010) photos, paintings, prints, maps church of El Pueblo de San José (San Jose: 525 S. Winchester and religious articles. Daily, 10-5. continues to house San Jose’s Blvd.; 408/247-2000) CURIODYSSEY Hands-on dis- (Fremont: 43300 Mission Blvd.; plays, daily river otter and fox 510/657-1797) feedings, wildlife shows and demonstrations, and a variety of RAGING WATERS Northern live species of mammals, birds, California’s largest water park snakes, and amphibians make offers 23 acres and millions of this a great family destination. gallons of family fun, including Tues-Sat, 10-5; Sun, 12-5. (San thrilling high-speed slides, a Mateo: Coyote Point Park, 1651 wave pool and an interactive Coyote Point Dr.; 650/342-7755) themed water fort. Open daily thru Aug 12; then weekends only FILOLI CENTER One of the thru Sept 13. (San Jose: 2333 S. finest remaining country estates White Rd.; 408/238-9900) of the early 20th century, this 654-acre property includes a ROSICRUCIAN EGYPTIAN 36,000-square-foot Georgian MUSEUM See the largest collec- country mansion, decorated tion of ancient Egyptian artifacts with 17th- and 18th-century on display in western North furnishings, and a spectacular 16-acre English Renaissance America. The only museum in the ROSICRUCIAN EGYPTIAN MUSEUM

18 • DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY • 19 Opportunity Expedition 6, attraction with more than 100 International Space Station years of history. Visitors come for ISS, a topographical display of fresh produce, wines and gour- Mars, and a real sample of moon met foods, while a miniature rock, collected by the crew of locomotive, a 24-hour restaurant Apollo 15. Wed-Fri, 10-4; Sat-Sun, and a gift shop offer more rea- 12-4. (Mountain View: Take NASA sons yet to stay. Hours vary. Pkwy. at Hwy. 101; follow signs to (Hollister: 10021 Pacheco Pass the white tent. 650/604-6274) Hwy.; 408/842-7282)

SAN MATEO COUNTY HISTORY GILROY GARDENS At this family MUSEUM Housed in the 1910 park, amusement rides and Old Courthouse of Redwood attractions include a train, a City, this museum presents per- monorail, the Mushroom Swing, manent displays on the history and a 1927 carousel along with of the Peninsula. Learn how unusual Circus Trees, grafted in transportation helped shape the the 1920s. Open daily thru Aug area and explore how residents 16, then weekends only thru from the Ohlone Indians to Nov. (Gilroy: 3050 Hecker Pass post-Gold Rush Americans used Hwy.; 408/840-7100) natural resources to build their towns. Rotating exhibits high- MONTEREY BAY AQUARIUM light such subjects as historical Nearly 200 fascinating galleries forms of transportation, sports and exhibits include a million-gal- and art. Tues-Sun, 10-4. lon display with tuna, sharks, bar- (Redwood City: 750 Middlefield racuda, sea turtles and pelagic Rd.; 650/299-0104) rays; a jellyfish gallery; a three- story kelp forest; an octopus STANFORD UNIVERSITY Built in gallery; a walk-through wave- 1891, the distinctive style of crash tunnel; and an otter exhibit. California missions influenced Daily, 10-5. (Monterey: 886 the design of this top university. Cannery Row; 831/648-4888) At the Main Quad is the beauti- ful Spanish-style Memorial ROARING CAMP RAILROADS Church. Also head to Lomita Dr Ride authentic 1800s narrow- to view a wide range of art at and standard-gauge steam trains the Cantor Center for Visual with conductors narrating the Arts, the adjacent Anderson history of the railroad and Collection and the outdoor scenery along the way. The 1:15- Rodin Sculpture Garden. The hour trip on the Redwood Forest campus also holds a notable Steam Train winds through red- collection of outdoor art by woods, while the three-hour artists such as Andy Santa Cruz Beach Train route Goldsworthy, Henry Moore, travels to the Santa Cruz Beach Josef Albers, Joan Miró, Boardwalk and back. Departures Alexander Calder and James daily. (Felton: Graham Hill Rd., Rosati, as well as the Papua off Mt. Hermon Rd. exit from New Guinea Sculpture Garden Hwy. 17; 831/335-4484) containing wood and stone carvings. (Palo Alto: off El SANTA CRUZ BEACH Camino Real; 650/723-2560) BOARDWALK Visitors of all ages enjoy this vintage seaside amusement park, where 34 full- size and children’s rides include SOUTH OF the historic Giant Dipper wood- SAN JOSE en roller coaster, a 1911 Looff carousel, the spinning coaster CASA DE FRUTA Waterwheels, Undertow, and the Double Shot. antique farm machinery and Open daily in the summer. other artifacts can be found on (Santa Cruz: 400 Beach St.; the grounds of this family-owned 831/426-7433) ❖

20 • DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY • 21 LOCAL WINES EXPLORING THE WINERIES OF SANTA CLARA VALLEY & THE SANTA CRUZ MOUNTAINS

From the San Francisco Peninsula to Monterey, winemakers have found TASTING ROOMS family-owned winery produces a SARAH’S VINEYARD (Gilroy: 408/779-4738) Tasting Thurs, wide variety of award-winning 4005 Hecker Pass Hwy.; 408/ Fri, Mon, 12-5; Sat-Sun, 11-5. grape-growing perfection in the coastal climate of the Santa Cruz region 842-4278) Tasting daily, 11-5. BIG BASIN VINEYARDS (Saratoga: varietals from more than 100 TESTAROSSA WINERY (Los and the warm, rolling hills of southern Santa Clara County. Defined by the 14598 Big Basin Way; 408/564- acres of Santa Clara Valley SAVANNAH-CHANELLE Gatos: 300-A College Ave.; rugged Santa Cruz Mountains, these two distinctive landscapes and cli- 7346) Tasting Thurs-Mon, 11-5. estate vineyards, as well as from other premium winegrowing VINEYARDS (Saratoga: 23600 408/354-6150.) Located on the mates host more than 75 small, family-run wineries. Since the first Congress Springs Rd.; 408/741- former site of Novitiate Winery, BONNY DOON VINEYARD regions within California. Tasting 2930) Tasting daily, 9-5. this winery specializes in Spanish settlements 200 years ago, vineyards have flourished in these (Davenport: 450 Hwy 1; 831/819- daily, 10-5. chardonnays and pinot noirs. 6789) Thurs-Mon, 11-5. sunlit canyons and foothills crowned by stands of oak and redwood. In the J. LOHR VINEYARDS & WINES SOLIS WINERY (Gilroy: 3920 Enjoy tasting both indoors and Hecker Pass Hwy.; 408/847- on the outdoor deck. Daily, 11-5. late 1800s, European entrepreneurs arrived with cuttings of Zinfandel and BURRELL SCHOOL VINEYARDS (San Jose: 1000 Lenzen Ave.; 6306) Tasting daily, 11-5. (Los Gatos: 24060 Summit Rd.; 408/918-2160) Founded in 1972, Riesling and began planting vineyards along the east-facing slopes. More THOMAS FOGARTY WINERY & 408/353-6290) Tasting Thurs- this family-owned winery crafts recently, growing acclaim for the region’s wines has led to a boom in new STORRS WINERY (Santa Cruz: VINEYARDS (Woodside: 19501 Sun, 11-5. an array of acclaimed wines plantings. Whether touring the rolling back roads of the southern Santa from 3,700-acre estate vineyards Old Sash Mill, 303 Portero St. Skyline Blvd.; 650/851-6777) #35.; 831/458-5030) Tasting Tasting Thurs-Sun, 11-5. BYINGTON WINERY (Los Gatos: in Paso Robles, Monterey and Clara County vineyards or the more precipitous slopes of the Santa Cruz daily, 12-5. 21850 Bear Creek Rd.; 408/354- Napa Valley. The J. Lohr Wine THOMAS KRUSE WINERY (Gilroy: Mountains, you’ll encounter unforgettable scenery along with some of the 1111.) Tasting daily, 11-5. Center offers premium Pinot Noir, Cabernet, Sauvignon Blanc SYCAMORE CREEK VINEYARDS 3200 Dryden Ave.; 408/842- world’s most distinctive wines. (Morgan Hill: 12775 Uvas Rd.; 7016) Tues-Sun, 12-5pm. ❖ CINNABAR WINERY (Saratoga: and Rhône-style wines. Tasting For further info on Santa Cruz Mountain wineries, visit scmwa.com. For 14612 Big Basin Way; 408/867- daily, 10-5. 1012) Tasting daily, 11-5. more on Santa Clara Valley wineries, visit santaclarawines.com. LA NEBBIA (Half Moon Bay: 12341 Hwy. 92; 650/726-9463) CLOS LACHANCE (San Martin: 1 10am - 5pm daily Hummingbird Ln.; 408/686- Pleasant grounds include a pic- 1050) Tasting daily, 11-5. nic area, gardens, and a bocce ball court. Tasting daily, 10-5. COOPER-GARROD VINEYARDS (Saratoga: 22645 Garrod Rd.; PICCHETTI WINERY (Cupertino. 13100 Montebello Rd.; 408/741- 408/867-7116) Tasting weekdays, AWARD-WINNING WINES SINCE 1925 12-5; weekends, 11-5. 1310) Tasting daily, 11-5. TASTING ROOM / GIFT SHOP REGALE WINERY (Los Gatos: Open Daily 10-5 DAVID BRUCE WINERY (Los 1000 Lenzen Avenue Gatos 21439 Bear Creek Rd.; 24040 Summit Rd.; 408/353- 2500) Tasting Fri-Sun, 12-5. San Jose, CA 95126 VILLA EMILE EVENT CENTER 408/354-4214) Tasting Thurs- 408.918.2160 Weddings & Private Events Fri, 12-5; Sat-Sun, 11-5. RIDGE VINEYARDS (Cupertino: 408 779 2145 GUGLIELMO WINERY (Morgan 17100 Monte Bello Rd.; 408/867- 1480 East Main Ave. Hill: 1480 E. Main Ave.; 408/779- 3233) Tasting Sat-Sun, 11-5; Morgan Hill weekdays by reservation. 2145) This third generation, www.guglielmowinery.com

22 • DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY • 23 H&M and Gucci, while locally west valley foothills offers hiking owned boutiques such as Smith purists a treat with forested hill- Alder, Pink Stripes and Penelope sides, open hayfields, and provide a nice homegrown Hunters Point, a 900-foot peak touch. Santana Row also offers offering stunning views of the more than 20 cafes and popular Santa Clara Valley. restaurants, as well as nine spas and salons. (San Jose: Stevens HENRY W. COE STATE PARK Creek & Winchester Blvds.; (Morgan Hill: 9000 E. Dunne 408/551-4611) Ave.; 408/779-2728) With over 80,000 acres of wild open STANFORD SHOPPING CENTER space, this is the largest state One of the few open-air centers park in northern California. in the nation, this prestigious Rugged, varied, and beautiful, shopping center is home to the terrain includes lofty ridges more than 140 world class and steep canyons, plus over stores, a dozen restaurants, and 250 miles of hiking trails that four department stores: vary in levels of difficulty and Bloomingdale’s, Neiman Marcus, 100 miles of rugged roads and Nordstrom and Macy’s. Mon-Fri, trails for mountain bikers. 10-9; Sat, 10-7; Sun, 11-6. (Palo Alto: El Camino Real at Sand Hill Rd.; 650/617-8200) BIG BASIN REDWOODS STATE PARK PESCADERO CREEK COUNTY TOWN & COUNTRY VILLAGE PARK COMPLEX (La Honda: entrances at Alpine Rd. and TOWN & COUNTRY VILLAGE Pescadero Rd.; 650/879-0238 Clay tile roofs and ivy-covered At this vast wilderness complex sheltered walkways made with PARKS & PRESERVES of parks, a network of hiking SHOPPING beams of old rail lumber are and equestrian trails travel hallmarks of this Palo Alto shop- through hills and redwood ping center. A variety of retail MILES OF TRAIL EXPERIENCES AT LOCAL PARKS AND OPEN SPACE PRESERVES forests along Pescadero Creek. establishments, from apparel RANGE FROM LEISURELY STROLLS TO STRENUOUS HIKES, CUTTING THROUGH Memorial Park features old- SHOPPING plus more than 100 specialty and jewelry stores to specialty A WIDE VARIETY OF TERRAIN. WE’VE PICKED A FEW OF THE BEST PLACES TO growth redwoods, as well as stores, including Apple, shops, can be found here, as TRY. FOR MORE OPTIONS, VISIT DINESHOPPLAY.COM. picnic facilities, a visitor center, CENTERS Restoration Hardware, H&M, well as delis and restaurants. and a creek swimming area. The Crate & Barrel, Barnes & Noble, Park directly in front of the shop you want to visit. Open daily. ALMADEN QUICKSILVER BIG BASIN REDWOODS STATE shady Sam McDonald Park pro- GILROY PREMIUM OUTLETS Coach, Cost Plus World Market, (Palo Alto: Embarcadero Rd. & COUNTY PARK (San Jose: PARK (Boulder Creek: 21600 vides views of rolling grasslands, Shop 145 name-brand and Williams-Sonoma and Banana El Camino Real; 650/325-3266) 21785 Almaden Rd.; 408/268- Big Basin Way; 831/338-8860) the Pacific Ocean, and old- designer outlets and enjoy sav- Republic. Mon-Sat, 10-9; Sun, 11- 3883) Full of roads once used California’s oldest state park growth redwoods. And Heritage ings of 25 to 65 percent every 7. (San Mateo: Hillsdale Blvd. at WESTFIELD VALLEY FAIR This to transport cinnaba, this park contains over 18,000 acres of Grove is a magnificent old- day at Ann Taylor, Banana El Camino Real; 650/345-8222) diverse retail center showcases offers more than 34 miles of old growth and recovering red- growth redwood forest on Republic, Coach, Gap Outlet, a collection of 230 shops and trails through chaparral, oak wood forests. More than 80 Alpine Creek. J.Crew, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, THE PRUNEYARD Flowers, palm restaurants, such as J. Crew, woodlands, and grasslands. miles of trails travel from sea Saks Fifth Avenue off 5th and trees, al fresco dining patios, Kenneth Cole, Restoration level to 2,000 feet past streams RANCHO SAN ANTONIO OPEN more. Mon-Sat, 10-9; Sun, 10-7. Tuscan-inspired architecture and Hardware and Tiffany & Co., as ALUM ROCK PARK (San Jose: and waterfalls, with superb SPACE PRESERVE (Los Altos: (Gilroy: Hwy. 101, exit Leavesley oak-shaded parking areas pro- well as Macy’s and Nordstrom. Alum Rock Ave. & Crothers Rd.; ocean and mountain vistas. Cristo Rey Dr. off Foothill Blvd.; Rd.; 408/842-3729) vide the ambiance for restau- 408/259-5477) 720 acres of 650/691-1200) This huge pre- rants offering more than 15 dif- Mon-Fri, 10-9:30; Sat, 10-9; Sun, 11-7. (Santa Clara: 2855 Stevens rugged beauty offer pleasant CASTLE ROCK STATE PARK serve is a local favorite with hik- GREAT MALL This huge mall ferent cuisines, along with cof- Creek Blvd.; 408/248-4451) hiking and bicycling. (Los Gatos: 15000 Skyline Blvd.; ers, bikers, and horseback riders features more than 200 retailers fee shops and a sportsbar. A 408/867-2952) Over 30 miles due to its 23 miles of trails offering big discounts off medley of 35 shops and services AÑO NUEVO STATE RESERVE of trails pass through rugged through shaded creeks, open designer labels and brand includes Marshall’s, a sporting (Pescadero: New Year’s Creek forests and open terrain with meadows, and oak woodlands, names. Mon-Sat, 10-9; Sun, 11-8. goods store, a bridal shop, SHOPPING Rd., off Hwy. 1; 650/879-2025; majestic views. This park is also many offering great views. (Milpitas: Great Mall Pkwy.; numerous beauty shops, and a reservations: 800/444-4445) a destination for rock climbing, 408/956-2033) movie theater. (Campbell: 1875 DESTINATIONS The world’s largest on-shore ele- due to its steep canyons with SANBORN COUNTY PARK S. Bascom Blvd.; 408/796-3277) phant seal rookery offers an unusual rock formations. Open (Saratoga: Sanborn Rd., 2 miles HILLSDALE SHOPPING CENTER CAPITOLA-BY-THE-SEA. This interpretive center and close-up daily, 6am-sunset. west of Hwy. 9; 408/867-9959) The Peninsula’s largest enclosed SANTANA ROW This European- charming beach town is packed views of these impressive ani- Covering the steep eastern side shopping center offers a diverse inspired urban neighborhood with interesting shops, dining mals. Naturalist-led tours during FREMONT OLDER SPACE of the Santa Cruz Mountains, selection of shopping, from houses over 70 shops and bou- spots, and wine bars, all within the breeding season (Dec- PRESERVE (Saratoga: Prospect this lushly wooded park offers fashion and jewelry to house- tiques. Well-known chains just a few blocks. You can easily March) consist of a three-mile Rd.; 650/691-1200) This gor- 14 miles of scenic trails and hold and luxury items. You’ll find include Anthropologie, Free spend the day strolling and hike over beach terrain. geous 739-acre preserve in the sweeping valley views. ❖ Macy’s, Nordstrom and Sears, People, Kate Spade New York, shopping for everything from

24 • DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY • 25 artglass, handmade gifts, sories by local and national ART GALLERIES accessories, local crafts, adven- designer apparel and original designers and artists. Mon-Sat, ture sports equipment, sustain- The Art of jewelry to retro surfer threads 10-5. (Burlingame: 308 Lorton BORSINI-BURR GALLERY ably produced clothing as well Being a Woman and high-fashion bikinis. Ave.; 650/347-4626) as “only in Santa Cruz” skate- Specializing in Imaginary Exquisite Lingerie, Sleepwear, (Located just south of Santa Realism, this gallery offers paint- board and surf shops. Cruz; visit capitolavillage.com.) and Hosiery from the Finest MORNING GLORY This owner- ings, sculptures and rare fine art EuropeanDesigners managed boutique offers an editions by artists including ~Beautifully Fitted~ LOS GATOS Located in the incredible selection of clothing Michael Parkes, Lori Preusch, AFRICAN ART foothills of the Santa Cruz with a vintage influence from Robert Bissell and Lorraine Vail. & FURNITURE mountains, just minutes from Los Angeles, New York, Paris Mon-Fri, 12:30-5:30pm, and by San Jose, downtown Los Gatos and Italy. Mon-Sat, 10-6; Sun, 12- appointment. (Montara: 1401 JUNGLETRADERS This gallery is a shopper’s paradise in a set- 5.(Burlingame: 1436 Burlingame Main St.; 650/712-2111) showcases thousands of African ting exuding small-town charm. Ave.; 650/340-0301) artifacts as well as beautiful fur- National-brand emporia are THOMAS KINKADE GALLERY niture made from recycled rail- blended with a mix of owner- 1139 Chestnut Street, Menlo Park • 650.325.2965 SAM MALOUF This unique store Visit this intimate gallery to see operated boutiques and shops way sleepers—rich African hard- features the finest global brands the works of Thomas Kinkade. offering everything from the lat- woods laid in the African soil in men’s and women’s luxury est in high couture, casuals, Known for his enchanting cot- over 100 years ago. Open daily, apparel and accessories. Mon- sportswear and lingerie to art, tages, breathtaking landscapes 11-6:30. (Half Moon Bay: 424 jewelry, eyewear and antiques. Sat, 10:30-6:30. (Burlingame: and nostalgic city-scapes, this Main St.; 650/560-9955) (Downtown at N. Santa Cruz & 1460 Burlingame Ave.; renowned “Painter of Light” University Avenues) 650/344-1460) has perfected the technique introduced by nineteenth cen- APPAREL SANTA CRUZ A vivacious popu- SMITH ALDER This boutique tury American painters known represents over 30 designers, lation of interesting, mostly as luminists. Open daily, 10-6. CROW’S NEST This contempo- locally-owned shops, galleries featuring unique, beautiful and (Capitola Village: 121 San Jose rary women’s clothing bou- and import bazaars are clus- artistic American-made and Ave.; 831/476-0970) tique strives to be a place tered in this lively downtown European womenswear, jewelry where women can unleash area on and off Pacific Avenue. and accessories. Open daily. their creativity and take a fash- Find designer jewelry, unique (San Jose: 377 Santana Row; ART GALLERY/ ion leap into their stylish best. clothing and footwear, kitchen 408/260-7555) WOODWORKS Designers include AG, Amour Vert, Fifteen Twenty, Subtle Luxury and more. Mon-Sat, 10- GALLERY M This premier wood- 6; Sun, 11-5. (Half Moon Bay: working gallery showcases 406 Main St.; 650/726-2000) museum-quality, handmade fur- niture and accessories from over ELI THOMAS MENSWEAR For 100 emerging and established over 50 years, this menswear woodworkers. Open daily, store has brought top quality except Tues. (Half Moon Bay: merchandise from around the 328 Main St.; 650/726-7167) world to Silicon Valley. Fashion- forward styles for all aspects of lifestyle feature designers such BEADING as Eton, Agave, Robert Graham, Corneliani, and many more. NATURAL EXPRESSIONS This Mon-Fri. 9-9; Sat, 9-6; Sun, 12-5. spacious store carries the area’s (San Jose: 350 S. Winchester largest selection of beads— Blvd., Suite 200; 408/247-1024) including turquoise, vintage glass and Swarovski crystal—as KISMET BOUTIQUE This won- well as quilting supplies. Open derful boutique is known for its daily. (Los Gatos: 18 N. Santa selection of styles for women Cruz Ave.; 408/354-5330) of all ages. Featured designers GORGEOUS EUROPEAN BURLINGAME include 3Dots, Karen Kane, LINGERIE AND SWIMWEAR 1445 Burlingame Ave. Eileen Fisher, NYDJ, Nic + Zoe, 650-347-5022 Lilla P, Hobo and Uno de 50. • Top designers: Prima Donna, Marie Jo, BEDDING DOWNTOWN PALO ALTO Mon-Sat, 10-6; Sun, 11-5. (Los Lise Charmel, Wolford, Aubade, Cosabella, Gatos: 100 N. Santa Cruz Ave.; 547 Bryant St. Cotton Club, Christine, and many more ... SCANDIA HOME The highest 408/395-4664) 650-323-7979 quality of bedding is offered • Professional, discreet atmosphere Mon-Sat, 10-6 • Sun, 12-5 here—from down comforters MEYER BUNJE Shop for art- • Experienced bra fittings–sizes 30A to 48I www.charmelle28.com and pillows to bed linens and inspired clothing and acces-

26 • DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY • 27 blankets. Open daily.(Palo Alto: and gold, making this a Los robes; alluring corsets and Town & Country Village, 855 El Gatos favorite for well over 25 hosiery; exquisite bridal lingerie; Camino Real; 650/326-8583) years. (Los Gatos: 3 N. Santa an array of bras and panties; Cruz Ave.; 408/354-2557) and gorgeous swimwear. Top designers include Lise Charmel, FLEA MARKET Simone Perele, Aubade, Prima Donna, Millesia, Cosabella, SAN JOSE FLEA MARKET Visit KITCHEN Aubade, Wolford, Christine the original flea market, the one Vancouver, I.D. Sarrieri, Hanky that started the trend that has CHEFWORKS With its emphasis Panky, Marie Jo and more. The spread across the U.S. Serving on quality cooking tools, this pleasantly discreet atmosphere the Bay Area since 1960, this store offers everything for the makes everyone—including market is a destination for fami- home chef—from premium men—feel comfortable while ly fun. Looking for an offbeat cookware, bakeware and serve- they shop. Professional fittings item? You’ll probably find it ware to linens, gourmet foods available 7 days a week. Sizes here. You’ll even find a mile- and cookbooks. Sun-Thurs, 10-6; range from 28A-48I. Mon-Sat, long farmers’ market, dozens of Fri-Sat, 10-9. (Santa Cruz: 1527 10-6; Sun, 12-5. (Palo Alto: 547 restaurants and snack bars, and Pacific Ave.; 831/426-1351) Bryant St.; 650/323-7979. Also live entertainment. Free admis- Burlingame: 1445 Burlingame sion. Open Wed & Fri-Sun. Ave.; 650/347-5022) Parking: $7. (San Jose: 1590 LINGERIE Berryessa Rd., between Hwys. ELA LINGERIE This boutique 101 and 680; 408/453-1110) CHARMELLE 28 This popular features high-quality lingerie Bay Area shopping destination from leading European design- provides customers with the ers in sizes 32A–46H. Along JEWELRY most exclusive fine lingerie from with well-known brands such as leading European fashion Lise Charmel, Le Mystere, DINAH’S POOLSIDE seating or summer outdoor fire- GEHRKENS FINE JEWELRY designers. With two locations, Aubade, Wolford, Prima Donna RESTAURANT Located within side dining in the courtyard are Proprietor Kenneth Gehrkens the wide selection at this and Simone Perele, Ela also fea- Dinah’s Garden Hotel, this is a offered. Open daily for break- crafts elegant jewelry using the charming boutique includes tures exciting new designers favorite for locals and guests, fast, lunch and dinner. (Menlo finest gems, pearls, diamonds such as Marlies Dekkers, Fleur T DINING offering a spectacular setting Park: Stanford Park Hotel, 100 beautiful sleepwear, gowns and and I.D. Sarrieri, in styles from with a casual atmosphere. El Camino Real; 650/330-2790) everyday to special occasion. Relax next to the pool while Beautiful sleepwear and you enjoy fresh squeezed THE MOUNTAIN HOUSE Enjoy Come to our Capitola loungewear includes styles by orange juice, breakfast, lunch, generous servings of seafood, Village Gallery to view one Italy’s Rossella and other leading AMERICAN happy hour with cocktails, and steak, veal, venison, pasta and of the largest selections of designers. Expert fittings are dinner. The fresh new menu homemade desserts in a rustic, BIRK’S Reminiscent of a Thomas Kinkade's artwork. offered by owner, Marcia. Both utilizes the “farm-to-table” candle-lit dining room. Lunch women and men feel welcome bustling brasserie, complete approach, featuring free range Sun as of 2pm; dinner Wed-Sun. to shop here. (Menlo Park: 1139 with impeccable service and meat and local and sustainable (Woodside: 13808 Skyline Blvd.; Chestnut St.; 650/325-2965) lively atmosphere, the well- produce whenever possible. 650/851-8541) executed menu at this classic Open daily for breakfast, lunch PIRATES OF THE American grill includes an array and dinner, 6:30am-9pm. (Palo SHADOWBROOK A hillside CARIBBEAN of dishes using top-notch ingre- Alto: Dinah’s Garden Hotel, 4261 “cable car” and path lead you TOYS dients. Highlights include hand- El Camino Real; 650/798-1314) down lush gardens to this cut prime bone-in rib chops, restaurant on the banks of a AUTOMOBUILD This friendly blue cheese filet mignon, DOUBLE D’S SPORTS GRILLE creek where you can enjoy cre- family-run store offers a fun Moroccan-spiced lamb rack, and Great food, a lively atmosphere, ative specials and traditional assortment of models, remote certified Angus New York steak, sports events on high definition offerings in a rustic setting. control cars, puzzles and build- all grilled over almond wood TVs, two pool tables, and a (Capitola: Wharf & Capitola Rd.; ing-type toys. Mon-Sat, 10–6; and mesquite charcoal. Fresh 831/475-1511) CAPITOLA touch-screen jukebox make this II VILLAGE Sun, 10-5. (Los Gatos: 21 W. seafood—from seared ahi sashi- a popular destination. The STREET LOMBARD Main St.; 408/402-3818) mi to Maine lobster tail and diverse menu features burgers, FRANCISCO black pepper-crusted sea bass— SAN pizzas, pastas, seafood and AMERICAN SIERRA TOY SOLDIER are also available. The bar has more. Full bar. Lunch and dinner COMPANY This store offers equally varied offerings, such as daily. (Los Gatos: 354 N. Santa CONTEMPORARY high quality collectibles, from micro-brewed beers, premium Cruz Ave.; 408/395-6882) historical figures to model air- spirits, domestic wines and even JOHN BENTLEY’S Owner/chef craft. Mon-Sat, 10–6; Sun, 12–5. cigars. Lunch: Mon-Fri, 11:15-2:30. MENLO GRILL BISTRO & BAR John Bentley’s menu of deli- 121 San Jose Ave., Capitola (behind Village Mouse Gift Shop) (Los Gatos: 29 N. Santa Cruz Dinner: Mon-Sat, 5-10; Sun, 5-9. This classic American grill serves cious, innovative American cui- 831-476-0970 | 800-296-3057 | www.kinkadecapitola.com Ave.; 408/395-3000) ❖ (Santa Clara: 3955 Freedom fresh, locally sourced California sine features sustainably farmed shipping offered. proudly serving all 50 states. Circle; 408/980-6400) cuisine. Both bistro style indoor produce, free-range beef and

28 • DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY • 29 the freshest of seafood possible. and brought to your table by STEAKS | CHOPS | SEAFOOD Full bar and an excellent selec- waiters clad in traditional gau- tion of wines. Lunch: Mon-Fri. cho. A diverse cocktail and wine Dinner: Mon-Sat. (Redwood menu, and a bar overflowing City: 2915 El Camino Real; with exotic side dishes, round 650/365-7777) off your meal. Open daily; call for hours. (San Mateo: 710 S. B A Taste of Burma PARCEL 104 Using ingredients St.; 650/342-8700) PALO ALTO from local growers, ranches and 445 Emerson St dairies, celebrity chef Bradley PAMPAS This swank and luxuri- 650.323.6543 Ogden’s ever-changing menu ous Brazilian churrascaria offers reflects what’s in season, engag- unlimited portions of meats, PALO ALTO ing patrons’ palates with innova- spit-roasted churrasco-style and (BURMA RUBY) tive creations cooked in an exhi- brought to your table by circu- 326 University Ave. bition kitchen. A custom wine lating waiters. Included in the 650.285.2770 cellar stocks an award-winning prix fixe menu is a bountiful side SAN CARLOS selection of 550 wines. Breakfast bar of seasonal vegetables, 680 Laurel Ave. daily. Lunch: Mon-Fri. Dinner: fresh salads and artisan cheese. 650.592.1852 Mon-Fri. Happy hour: Mon-Fri, Full bar. Lunch: Mon-Fri. Dinner: 2-6. (Santa Clara: Santa Clara daily. (Palo Alto: 529 Alma St.; BELMONT Marriott, 2700 Mission College 650/327-1323) 1000 6th Ave. Blvd.; 408/970-6104) 650.591.4156

SINCE 1989 BURLINGAME TARRAGON Drawing on flavor Award-Winning Wine List BURMESE 1219 Burlingame Ave. profiles from all over the globe, Lunch Mon-Fri | Happy Hour Mon-Fri 3:30-6pm 650.381.9756 Tarragon is an uptown dining Dinner Nightly from 5pm RANGOON RUBY Burmese cui- spot in historic downtown sine—a fusion of Thai, Chinese, SAN FRANCISCO 1608 Polk St. 3955 Freedom Circle, Santa Clara Sunnyvale. Whether it's roasted and Indian—is taken to an ele- 415.610.4333 (at 101 & Great America Pkwy) mussels to start; penne pasta vated height at this group of 408.980.6400 www.birksrestaurant.com with wild mushrooms, butter, Peninsula restaurants. The menu www.RangoonRuby.com sage and parmesan; or rack of pleases the most sophisticated lamb prepared over a mesquite of palates; feast on Burmese tea grill, the menu offers something leaf salad, handcrafted wok for everyone. Dinner: Mon- Sat, dishes and family-style plates 5pm ‘til closing. (Sunnyvale: 140 complemented by an array of S. Murphy Ave.; 408/737-8003) exquisite Tiki cocktails. Lunch, dinner and Happy Hour daily. VAULT 164 Located in down- (Palo Alto: 445 Emerson St.; town San Mateo’s historic 650/323-6543 & 326 University Crocker Bank building, Vault Ave.; 650/285-2770. San Carlos: 164’s eclectic, contemporary 680 Laurel Ave.; 650/592-1852; American menu includes such Belmont: 1000 6th Ave.; choices as bourbon and maple 650/591-4156. Burlingame: 1219 glazed pork chop and a savory Burlingame Ave.; 650/381-9756) flatbread with caramelized onion, Applewood smoked bacon, and Cambozola cheese. CAFE Full bar. Lunch Mon-Fri; dinner daily. (San Mateo: 164 South B CAFFE FRASCATI Find a little St.; 650/348-8164) slice of Italy right in the heart of downtown San Jose. Sip one of our their famous cappuccinos, BRAZILIAN try a tasty panini, experience some live music, or just enjoy happy hour with friends after a ESPETUS Set inside a large, long day at work. Beer and wine warmly lit dining room, this also offered. Mon-Thurs, churrascaria offers authentic 7:30am-10pm; Fri, 7:30am-mid- Brazilian fare, served rodizio night; Sat, 8am-midnight; Sun, style. Different cuts of premium- 8am-9pm. (San Jose: 315 S. quality meats and seafood are First St.; 408/287-0400) spit-roasted on large skewers

30 • DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY • 31 CALIFORNIA ETHIOPIAN CUISINE GOJO The rich cuisine of Ethiopia is proudly showcased 3 RESTAURANT Creative food at this vibrant eatery, where made from scratch, herbs from owner/chef Tsehainish serves DINAH’S POOLSIDE RESTAURANT the living wall, vegetables from authentic dishes in a relaxed the roof-top garden, and other setting. Patrons can order a carefully sourced organic, farm- KYOTO PALACE range of flavorful lamb, beef, raised products celebrate the chicken and vegetarian special- Bay Area’s ethnic and cultural ties, served with lentils, collard diversity. A wide selection of Local favorite, Dinah’s Poolside greens and more. Everything is craft beers, whiskeys and wines eaten with fingers using , Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, plus hand crafted cocktails are injera a spongy, crepe-like bread— also offered. Breakfast, lunch happy hour with cocktails, and dinner utensils are provided only on and dinner daily. (San Mateo: 50 request—which is what makes daily. Newly renovated and serving E. 3rd Ave.; 650/344-9444) eating here so fun. Sip a glass of tej honey wine, or order an up a fresh new menu, this spectacular HULT’S Premised upon farm- authentic coffee ceremony for to-table dining, the menu at setting is the perfect spot to enjoy a truly unique dining experi- this elegant restaurant offers ence. Catering and take-out are special moments with family and world-influenced California TEPPANYAKI, SUSHI BAR & BANQUET FACILITIES available. Mon-Thurs, 12-9; Fri- cuisine, complemented by a friends. Try one of our new Sat, 12-10. (San Jose: 1261 W. Your Destination for Great Food, Drinks & variety of California boutique San Carlos St.; 408/295-9546) menu items or enjoy some Entertaining Teppan Grill ...Perfect for Birthdays! wines, specialty cocktails, DINAH’S GARDEN HOTEL French Champagne and craft 4261 El Camino Real, Palo Alto of your old favorites. Full Lounge | Flat Screen TV for Sports | Happy Hour Mon-Fri 4-7 beers. Lunch and dinner: Tues- Sun. (Los Gatos: 165 Los Gatos- FRENCH RESTAURANT 650.798.1314 At the Pruneyard, Campbell Saratoga Rd.; 408/354-3434) HOTEL 650.493.2844 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 408-377-6456 • www.kyotopalace.com CHANTILLY Zagat-rated as www.dinahshotel.com 6:30am-9pm LA FONTANA Sophisticated yet one of the country’s top casual California dining is French-Northern Italian restau- inspired by the Mediterranean rants, this has been the dining Fresh and Prime Riviera. An array of delicious destination of choice for Silicon seafood choices includes pan-roasted Valley’s elite since 1976. dry aged steaks with a View of Pacific salmon, grilled lamb Reminiscent of a French downtown San Jose chops, steaks and pastas along chateau, Chantilly’s elegant with a wide range of salads and ambiance is sophisticated, yet other healthy choices. Open relaxed. The extensive wine daily for breakfast, lunch, and cellar reflects the best of dinner. (Santa Clara: Hilton California and French wines, Santa Clara, 4949 Great and offers an intimate dining America Pkwy.; 408/330-0001) space as well. Chef Bernabe’s array of delicious specialties includes his signature dish CHINESE Maine lobster ravioli, succulent roasted Mapleleaf Farm duck, MAYFLOWER Serving fine braised short ribs, seared ahi Cantonese dim sum and fresh tuna, and indulgent soufflés. French & Northern Italian Cuisine seafood, this restaurant offers Chantilly also offers an afford- over 100 varieties of dim sum at able 3 course prix fixe menu. PRIVATE ROOMS lunchtime, while the regular With its impeccable service AWARD-WINNING CUISINE menu highlights a tremendous and private rooms, Chantilly DINNER FOR ANY OCCASION variety of seafood specialties— offers pure dining pleasure and including local and imported live is perfect for any occasion. $35 PRIX FIXE MENU crab, lobster, fish and shellfish. Dinner Mon-Sat, 5:30-10. MAIN DINING ROOM ONLY Dim sum, lunch and dinner daily. (Redwood City: 3001 El San Jose 185 PARK AVE 408.971.1700 (Milpitas: Milpitas Square, 428 Camino Real; 650/321-4080) WWW.SCOTTSSEAFOODSJ.COM 3001 EL CAMINO REAL, REDWOOD CITY Barber Lane; 408/922-2700. (AT SELBY LANE, AT BORDER OF ATHERTON) Also Hong Kong Flower Lounge Also in Palo Alto: 650.321.4080 • www.chantillyrestaurant.com in Millbrae: 51 Millbrae Ave.; Town & Country Village 650/692-6666)) 650.323.1555

32 • DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY • 33 FRENCH, GREEK prime rib; fresh local salmon; dining spot, tucked away on chicken pastry; couscous; mint Ardennes to the 3-Michelin- CONTEMPORARY and handmade pastas. The wine the second floor of Pruneyard tea; and baklava. Conveniently starred Joël Robuchon in Las NEMEA GREEK TAVERNA list focuses on Italian. Lunch and Shopping Center. Kyoto located next to the Light Rail, Vegas. Delanghe’s creations Discover old-world charm and dinner daily. (Half Moon Bay: 315 Palace’s reputation for top- Menara also offers a full bar and incorporate top quality ingredi- LE PAPILLON Since 1977, Le delicious Greek cuisine at this Main St.; 650/726-5125) notch Japanese-style steaks, banquet facilities for up to 300. ents as well as seasonal high- Papillon has carried out a tradi- welcoming dining spot in down- fresh seafood and sushi is only Be sure to try the enchanting lights, reflecting both his tradi- tion of serving the finest cuisine, town San Jose. Unwind in the QUATTRO This acclaimed Palo rivaled by its chefs’ renowned Moroccan Magic cocktail, made tional European training and beautifully presented in a quiet, beautiful modern dining room, Alto dining venue showcases showmanship, which has been with rum, sweet and sour mix, contemporary techniques. Mon- elegant setting, with service to the semi-private wine room, the Chef Marco Fossati’s contempo- keeping customers coming and orange and pineapple Fri, 6am-10pm; Sat, 8am-10pm; match. Accolades have accumu- open bar, or the outdoor seating rary menu of Italian heritage back for more than 30 years. juices. Dinner: nightly 6-10. (San Sun, 8am-8pm. (Mountain View: lated over the years, including area, and enjoy fresh cuisine with a Californian twist. Choose from a variety of sushi, Jose: 41 E. Gish Rd. at N. First 209 Castro St.; 650/864-9999) glowing reviews by the San Jose Mediterranean flavors—from House made pastas, daily spe- sashimi, tempura and teriyaki, St.; 408/453-1983) Mercury News, top ratings in lobster and shrimp croquettes cials and seasonal dishes are or try a special dish like lobster, Zagat surveys, and inclusion in and to mousaka, grilled sea accompanied by thoughtfully scallops or filet mignon. Mon- the DiRoNa Awards publica- SEAFOOD bass, souvlaki, and lamb chops. selected wines from California Fri, 11:30-2 & 5-10; Sat, 4-10; tions. Much of the restaurant’s PATISSERIE Lunch: Mon-Fri. Dinner nightly. and throughout the world. Sun, 4-9. (Campbell: Pruneyard success is thanks to executive CROW’S NEST Wall-to-wall win- (San Jose: 96 S. First St.; Garden terrace seating offered, Shopping Center, 1875 S. chef Scott Cooper’s culinary ALEXANDER’S PATISSERIE dows offer ocean and harbor 408/279-4225) weather permitting. Breakfast: Bascom Ave.; 408/377-6456) talents. With sumptuously pre- 6:30-11am. Lunch: Mon-Fri, 11:30- This new patisserie offers a views. The friendly, casual atmos- pared epicurean delights made 2:30; Sat-Sun, 11-2:30. Dinner: selection of exquisite sweet phere and exceptional food have from the freshest seasonal Daily, 5:30-10. (East Palo Alto: MEXICAN and savory treats including made this restaurant a favorite ingredients, his prix fixe and ISLAND Four Seasons Hotel Silicon macarons, cakes, tarts, cookies, since 1969. The menu features a chocolates and confections variety of the freshest seafood as tasting menus reflect his passion Valley, 2050 University Ave.; CHEVYS Home of fresh Mex, all along with breads and gourmet well as other specialties such as and dedication to world-class COCONUTS Listen to a lively 650/566-1200) menu items here—from fajitas sandwiches. Presiding over the Midwestern aged beef, shellfish, cuisine. Private rooms available. soundtrack of reggae, calypso and ribs to roasted salsa and kitchen is Executive Pastry Chef pasta, and an abundant salad Lunch: Fri, 11:30-2:30. Dinner and rhumba as you dine on RISTORANTE ROCCA Whimsical tortillas—are prepared fresh to Dries Delanghe, a Belgian native bar. Lunch and dinner daily. daily. (San Jose: 410 Saratoga Caribbean and West Indian murals, a lofty copper and order and served in a lively bor- whose career ranges from the (Santa Cruz: At the Santa Cruz Ave. at Kiely Blvd. off Hwy. 280; classics such as braised oxtail, bronze ceiling and a Venetian- der cantina-style atmosphere. 5-star Hotel Les Sangliers de Harbor; 831/476-4560) 408/296-3730) curried goat, jerk chicken, style balcony provide a pleasing Lunch and dinner daily. codfish fritters, plantains and ambiance to complement fine (Mountain View: 2116 W. El adobo-crusted New York steak. Northern Italian cuisine, inspired Camino Real at Rengstorff Ave.; Lunch: Tues-Fri. Dinner: Tues- by California influences. Full bar. 650/691-9955) Sun. (Palo Alto: 642 Ramona Lunch: Mon-Fri. Dinner nightly. St.; 650/329-9533) (Burlingame: 1205 Broadway SIXTO’S CANTINA This lively Ave.; 650/344-3900) restaurant with a hacienda-style DARDA SEAFOOD décor features Mexican cuisine PLAN YOUR ITALIAN rooted in Jaliscan tradition and EVENING WITH JAPANESE made with the freshest of ingre- PAESANO This cozy eatery in a dients. Artisanal cocktails are J. LOHR refurbished early 1900s home at HOUSE OF GENJI Enjoy a meal infused with fresh juices and the edge of downtown San Jose as delicious as it is entertaining. herbs. Open daily at 11:30am for offers a mixture of delicious clas- House specials, including steak lunch and dinner. (Burlingame: sics along with original dishes and lobster, are prepared at 1448 Burlingame Ave.; with a Sicilian flair. Seating also each table by expert chefs who 650/342-7600) at the bar and alfresco on the cook and serve your meal right patio. Lunch: Mon-Fri. Dinner: before your eyes on a Teppan Daily. (San Jose: 350 W. Julian grill. Try the Genji Combination St.; 408/217-9327) featuring steak and jumbo MOROCCAN prawns—it’s been a favorite for monthly wine PAOLO’S From the modern and more than 40 years! Sushi is MENARA MOROCCAN This The Best Chinese Islamic Seafood innovative to favorite classics, also available. Lunch: Mon-Fri, Casablanca-style restaurant Restaurant in the Bay Area paired dinners Paolo’s serves the finest Italian 11:30-2. Dinner: Mon-Thurs, 5- dances to the beat of a different and educational cuisine, with an award-winning 9:30; Fri, 5-10; Sat, 4-10; Sun, 4- drum, with exotic architectural Fresh Seafood/Daily Special •Nine Different Ways of Preparation wine tasting wine list. Private dining areas 9. (San Jose: 1335 N. First St.; details, jewel-toned pillows and Lobster •Fish •Shrimp •Geoduck •Clam •Oyster •Scallop •Octopus plush couches; nightly belly and cocktail lounge. Lunch 408/453-8120) Also Specializing in Northern Chinese Food: events Mon-Fri. Dinner: Mon-Sat. (San dancing performances and Sesame Bread •Lamb w/Pickled Cabbage •Sweet & Sour Shrimp Jose: 333 W. San Carlos St.; KYOTO PALACE Delicious food authentic Moroccan cuisine, 1000 Lenzen Avenue 408/294-2558) sizzling on a teppan flat-top served finger-food style. Diners •Beef & Broccoli •Kung Pao Chicken •Crab w/Cream Corn Soup San Jose, CA 95126 grill; chefs chopping, flipping are treated to their choice of (408) 918-2160 VIP Rooms Available for Meetings & Gatherings PASTA MOON Specialties and dicing food; patrons laugh- six-course meals, each including include wood-oven roasted ing and snapping photos—this a refreshing salade Moroccaines; Located in Milpitas Square details & full menus at: b’stilla, a sweet and savory jlohr.com/sanjoseevents items, from pizzas to dry-aged is a typical scene at this fun 296 Barber Ct, Milpitas • (408) 433-5199

34 • DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY • 35 SEAFOOD, CONTINUED events. San Jose hours: Lunch: SPANISH/LATIN side on the patio. Dinner daily. Mon-Fri, 11:30-5. Dinner: Mon- AMERICAN (San Jose: 177 Park Ave.; SCOTT’S SEAFOOD Enjoy views Sat, from 5pm; Sun, from 408/947-7000) SERVING THE BAY AREA FOR 34 YEARS of downtown San Jose from the 4:30pm. (San Jose: 185 Park CASCAL Old World taste meets casually elegant 6th floor dining Ave.; 408/971-1700) SUNDANCE THE STEAKHOUSE New World appeal at this room or rooftop patio along This upscale steakhouse, family- vibrant restaurant. Tapas-style with the ocean’s bounty at this THE SEA BY ALEXANDER’S This owned and operated for more plates and a variety of ceviches beautifully appointed restaurant. premier seafood restaurant than 40 years, features hand-cut and paellas are offered in an The menu features the freshest focuses on sumptuous morsels certified Angus beef. Enjoy the NEW! elegant and stylish setting. HOOKAH LOUNGE WITH seafood, including salmon, ahi from the sea, prepared with slow-roasted prime rib, specially Bringing together the traditions, FULL BAR NOW OPEN! tuna, Dungeness crab and lob- modern technique and flair. The aged New York strip loin and bold flavors and warm hospitali- ster tail, as well as a range of talented culinary team blends tender filet mignon in the can- ty of Spain and Latin America, prime dry-aged steaks, salad, contemporary cuisine with dlelit, mahogany dining room. In the delicious results are chicken, and pasta. A full bar Japanese sensibility and ingredi- addition to award-winning beef, matched with sexy cocktails and and extensive wine list comple- ents to transform its menu into Sundance prides itself on serv- live music. Open daily from ment the sophisticated menu. the extraordinary. Dinner: Tues- ing the freshest seafood and HAVE YOUR OWN “CASABLANCA” ADVENTURE... 11:30am for lunch, tapas and din- Scott’s private dining room with Sat, 5:30-9:30pm; Sun-Mon, shellfish available. Pair your meal ner. (Mountain View: 400 Castro Delicious Moroccan food... Belly dancing nightly... fireplace and special menus are 5:30-9pm. (Palo Alto: 4269 El with wine from the nationally St.; 650/940-9500) Dinner 7 Days 6pm–10pm • Banquet Facilities for up to 300 • Cocktail Lounge available for corporate or social Camino; 650/213-1111) recognized list. The cozy fire- place lounge is ideal for sipping 41 E. Gish at N. 1st St., San Jose • 408.453.1983 • www.menara41.com martinis and aged single-malt STEAKHOUSE scotch. Lunch: Mon-Fri. Dinner: nightly. (Palo Alto: 1921 El Japanese ALEXANDER’S STEAKHOUSE Camino Real; 650/321-6798) Melding innovation and tradi- Teppan-Yaki: tion, this refined steakhouse fea- The FUN Way tures its own dry-aging room THAI and an award wining wine list. to Dine Preparations of American and THAIPHOON This cozy restau- Japanese Imported Wagyu beef rant serves up delectable pan- reflect creative Japanese influ- Asian cuisine. The focus is on ences. Lunch: Tues-Fri. Dinner Thai, but includes dishes nightly. (Cupertino: 10330 N. inspired by Southeast Asian and A MODERN Wolfe Rd.; 408/446-2222) Indian cooking. Lunch: Mon-Sat. WINE BISTRO Dinner: nightly. (Palo Alto: 543 FORBES MILL This sophisticated Emerson St.; 650/323-7700) vynebsistrosj.com restaurant offers Prime Certified twitter: @vynebistrosjosj 1335 N. First St., San Jose | (408) 453-8120 Angus beef and all-natural Kobe beef, along with seafood choic- WINE BAR www.facebook.com/vynebistrosj www.houseofgenji.net es such as raw oysters and Furikake ahi tuna. Dinner daily. VYNE BISTRO This modern 110 Paseo de San Antonio | San Jose | 408.375.2618 (Los Gatos: 206 North Santa wine bistro in downtown San Cruz Ave.; 408/395-6434) Jose is the place to go for din- ner or just to relax with a glass HANGAR STEAK Certified of wine. Cozy up to the fireplace Prime Angus beef, fresh in the contemporary lounge, or seafood and over-the-top side sit by the floor-to-ceiling win- dishes such as Bourbon- dows and watch the world go smashed potatoes are all on the by. The food menu has been menu. Enjoy views of SFO’s developed by experts to be var- landing strip and the bay. ied and well balanced, with an Breakfast, lunch and dinner emphasis on freshness and daily. (Burlingame: 1800 Old quality. From salads and paninis Bayshore Hwy.; 650/552-3505) to seafood and house specials, the dishes are perfect for pair- “THE BEST COFFEE SHOP IN SAN JOSE” MORTON’S Focused on quality ing with the diverse list of wine and consistency, the menu that is anything but standard. YELP.COM REVIEW features USDA prime-aged Mon-Sat, 5-11:30pm. Happy steak, fresh seafood, delicious Hour: Mon-Fri, 5-7pm. Mon, 7pm appetizers and decadent til closing: 40% off wine bottle A LITTLE SLICE OF ITALY IN SAN JOSE desserts. Dine in the luxurious list. (San Jose: 110 Paseo de San CAFFEFRASCATI.COM 408.287.0400 315 S. FIRST STREET SAN JOSE, CA 95113 dining room, in the bar or out- Antonio; 408/375-2618) ❖

36 • DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY • 37 POOR HOUSE BISTRO Live music at this New Orleans joint high- lights blues and jazz, Wed-Sat evenings & Sun pm. (San Jose: 91 S. Autumn St.; 408/292-5837)

COMEDY CLUBS

COMEDYSPORTZ Two teams of comedians compete for audi- ence laughs and points while improvising scenes, operas and musicals. Fri-Sat. (San Jose: LODGING Camera 3, 288 S. Second St.; DINAH’S GARDEN HOTEL 408/985-LAFF)

ROOSTER T. FEATHERS Featuring IN & AROUND the-art technology and a fitness INN AT SARATOGA Saratoga: some of the best comedians SAN JOSE center. San Jose: 300 Almaden 20645 4th St; 408/867-5020 around, August performances Blvd.; 408/287-2100 include: James Adomian (Aug 1- (SAN JOSE—SANTA CLARA—LOS GATOS) LOS GATOS LODGE Los Gatos: CAFÉ STRITCH Catch live 2); Jeremy Hotz (Aug 6-9); HILTON SANTA CLARA 50 Los Gatos/Saratoga Rd.; music—from jazz to indie—Wed- Little Esther Povitsky (Aug 16- BEVERLY HERITAGE HOTEL Located across from the Santa 408/354-3300 Sun ’til 2am. (San Jose: 374 S. 19); Jerry Rocha (Aug 20-23); Milpitas: 1820 Barber Lane; Clara Convention Center, this NIGHTLIFE First St.; 408/280-6161) and Ali Siddiq (Aug 27-30). 408/943-9080 hotel features 280 luxurious MARRIOTT SAN JOSE: 301 S. Thurs, 8pm; Fri, 9pm; Sat, 8 & guestrooms, two executive Market St.; 408/280-1300 CASCAL From flamenco to Latin 10:30pm. (Sunnyvale: 157 W. El BILTMORE HOTEL & SUITES floors and a concierge lounge all jazz, live music Fri-Sat at this Camino; 408/736-0921) Santa Clara: 2151 Laurelwood with technology-advanced MARRIOTT SANTA CLARA: CARD ROOMS restaurant provides a lively night Rd.; 408/988-8411 amenities, a fitness center, and a 2700 Mission College Blvd.; scene. (Mountain View: 400 THE IMPROV This club has long business center. For dining, La 408/988-1500 BAY 101 This popular casino Castro St.; 650/940-9500) been a venue for rising and CAMPBELL INN Campbell: 675 E. Fontana offers Mediterranean offers an exciting cardroom established comic stars. August Campbell Ave.; 408/374-4300 cuisine. Santa Clara: 4949 Great PLAZA SUITES Santa Clara: 3100 environment, 24/7. Catch all the CLUB FOX This intimate cabaret- highlights include: Arnez J (Aug America Pkwy.; 408/330-0001 Lakeside Dr.; 408/748-9800 action with games such as Texas style nightclub features a range 1-2); Cristela Alonzo (Aug 7-9); COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT San Hold ’em, 21st Century of acts, including rock, R&B, Pete Davidson (Aug 13-15); Jose: 1727 Technology Dr.; HOLIDAY INN SILICON VALLEY RESIDENCE INN Campbell: 2761 Blackjack, EZ Baccarat, 3-card blues, jazz, dance, folk and com- 408/441-6111 San Jose: 399 Silicon Valley S. Bascom Ave.; 408/559-1551 Poker, Pai Gow Tiles, Pai Gow edy. (Redwood City: 2209 Ralphie May (Aug 20-22); and Bill Bellamy (Aug 28-30). Thurs, Blvd.; 408/972-7800 Poker and more. (San Jose: Broadway St.; 650/FOX-7770) DOLCE HAYES MANSION San 1801 Bering Rd.; 408/451-8888) 8pm; Fri, 8 & 10pm; Sat, 7 & THE SAINTE CLAIRE HOTEL San Jose: 200 Edenvale Ave.; HILTON GARDEN INN Deep hues 9pm; Sun, 7pm. (San Jose: 62 S. Cupertino: Jose: 302 S. Market St.; FAHRENHEIT LOUNGE 408/226-3200 CASINO M8TRIX Head for table of red, incredible lighting effects 2nd St.; 408/28-0-7475; 10741 N. Wolfe Rd.; 408/777-8787 408/885-1234 games, cocktails and dining at and plush seating come togeth- www.sanjose.improv.com) ❖ this entertainment destination, er to radiate a modern vibe in a DOUBLETREE San Jose: 2050 HOTEL DE ANZA San Jose: 233 SHERATON Sunnyvale: 1100 N. 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. sexy and stylish environment at Gateway Place; 408/453-4000 W. Santa Clara St.; 408/286- Mathilda Ave.; 408/745-6000 Enjoy card games including this contemporary lounge. A 1000 Blackjack, Baccarat, Pai Gow, friendly staff serves tantalizing ALL THAT JAZZ IN DOUBELTREE BY HILTON-PRUNE- TOLL HOUSE Los Gatos: 140 S. Texas Hold’em, and more. (San cocktails, while DJs fuse music SAN JOSE... YARD Campbell: 1995 S. Bascom HYATT PLACE San Jose: 282 Santa Cruz Ave.; 408/395-7070 Jose: 50 Airport Pkwy.; from all genres for dancing and San Jose Jazz presents free Ave.; 408/559-4300 Almaden Blvd.; 408/998-0400 408/244-3333) entertainment throughout the live jazz on select Fridays at WYNDHAM San Jose: 1350 N. night. Mon-Sat, 10pm-late. Santa Clara: San Pedro Square Market (87 EMBASSY SUITES HYATT REGENCY Santa Clara: First St.; 408/453-6200 (Downtown San Jose: 99 E. San 2885 Lakeside Dr.; 408/496- N. San Pedro St.), 7-9pm. In 5101 Great America Pkwy.; Fernando St.; 408/998-9998) 6400 408/200-1234 CLUBS & LOUNGES August, bass player Katie WILD PALMS Sunnyvale: 910 E. Thiroux (Aug 7) and her Fremont Ave.; 408/738-0500 LOFT BAR AND BISTRO Fri and FAIRMONT HOTEL San Jose: 170 ANGELICA’S BISTRO Enjoy fine Sat after 10:30pm, the upstairs quartet perform blues, R&B, S. Market St.; 408/998-1900 dining with entertainment and a turns into an ultra lounge with funk, swing and jazz ; Latin MARIANI’S Santa Clara: 2500 El Camino Real; 408/243-1431; full bar. Live music, from jazz to live DJs spinning house music jazz vocalist Kat Parra (Aug FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON San www.marianis.com Since 1953, Mariani’s has provided the highest tribute bands, Thurs-Sat; silent or top 40 hits. (San Jose: 90 S. 21) pays tribute to women Jose: 211 S. First St.; 408/282- level of excellence in a cozy atmosphere. 140 guestrooms and movie accompanied by live jazz 2nd St.; 408/291-0677) composers of the Americas; suites are kept up-to-the-minute in convenience and amenities, on Tuesdays. Additional enter- 8800 with cable TV, wireless high-speed Internet access, voicemail, and tainment in August include: This luxuri- and Bay Area septet The THE LOBBY LOUNGE complimentary country breakfasts. Mariani’s restaurant serves fine Murder Mystery Dinner (Aug 2) ous lounge at the Fairmont Hitmen (Aug 28) delivers HILTON SAN JOSE This hotel Italian and American cuisine, including a sumptuous Sunday and Fiesta Flamenca (Aug 23). offers live music, Mon-Sat high-energy funk and R&B connected to the San Jose (Redwood City: 863 Main St.; evenings. (San Jose: 170 S. dance music. sanjosejazz.org Convention Center offers gener- brunch. Need a little R&R? Take a dip in the heated outdoor pool, 650/679-8184) Market St.; 408/998-1900) ous hotel amenities. state-of- relax in the Jacuzzi or unwind in the lounge.

38 • DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY DISCOVER SILICON VALLEY • 39 SANTA CLARA AREA LODGING, CONTINUED GETTING AROUND ON THE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION & MAPS PENINSULA (MOUNTAIN VIEW–MENLO PARK) AMTRAK (800/USA-RAIL; THE SJC AIRPORT FLYER amtrak.com) offers train service (408/321-2300; vta.org) bus CROWNE PLAZA CABANA Palo from San Jose goes to Oakland, runs from San Jose Airport to Alto: 4290 El Camino Real; Sacramento, and Monterey. Santa Clara Caltrain Station, 650/857-0787 from where connecting trains BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit; head to San Jose. DINAH’S GARDEN HOTEL This 510/465-2278; bart.gov) servic- lush oasis with eight acres of es San Francisco and the East SANTA CRUZ AIRPORTER (831- gardens features koi-filled Bay, with connections from 421-9883) provides shuttle serv- lagoons, tranquil waterfalls and Daly City to Fremont via San ice to Santa Cruz from San Jose art objects from the Pacific Rim. Francisco, and over to Richmond Airport. The rooms and suites are and Concord. A shuttle train uniquely decorated with themes runs every 15min from SFO to SUPERSHUTTLE (800-258-3826) from around the world—from the Millbrae Station, which con- provides 24/7 airport shuttle Bali to Africa—while high-tech nects to the Caltrain system. service. amenities such as complimenta- ry fiber-optic Internet access CALTRAIN (800/660-4287 or are included for today’s busi- 650/508-6200; caltrain.com) provides rail service between ness travelers. Event and con- San Francisco and San Jose ference rooms make this ideal with weekday service to Gilroy. for meetings and special events. Shuttle bus connection to San Palo Alto: 4261 El Camino Real; Jose Airport, and a connection 650/493-2844 at the shared Millbrae station via BART to San Francisco FOUR SEASONS HOTEL E. Palo Airport are also offered. Alto: 2050 Univeristy Ave; 650/566-1200 DASH (San Jose’s Downtown Area PALO ALTO AREA Shuttle; 408/321-2300; vta.org) GARDEN COURT Palo Alto: 520 This free shuttle connects the San Cowper St.; 650/322-9000 Jose Diridon Transit Center with the Light Rail, San Jose McEnery HILTON GARDEN INN Mtn View: Convention Center, San Jose State 840 E. El Camino; 650/964-1700 University and more. Runs every 8-10 mins. HOTEL AVANTE Mountain View: GREYHOUND BUS (800/231- 860 E. El Camino; 650/940-1000 2222; greyhound.com) Bus service offers connection ROSEWOOD SAND HILL Menlo between cities nationwide. VTA (408/321-2300; vta.org) Park: 2825 Sand Hill Rd.; provides bus, light rail and para- 650/561-1500 HIGHWAY 17 EXPRESS BUS transit services throughout the (831/425-8600; scmtd.com) Santa Clara County, including SHERATON Palo Alto: 625 El Buses run daily from San Jose Campbell, Cupertino, Gilroy, Los Camino Real; 650/328-2800 Caltrain station to Santa Cruz; Altos, Los Altos Hills, Los Gatos, schedules vary. Milpitas, Monte Sereno, Morgan STANFORD PARK HOTEL Menlo Hill, Mountain View, Palo Alto, Park: 100 El Camino Real; MONTEREY AIRBUS (831/373- San Jose, Santa Clara, Saratoga 650/322-1234 7777) provides shuttle service and Sunnyvale. VTA also offers between Monterey and San Jose 20 free Park & Ride lots at vari- STANFORD TERRACE INN Palo Airport. ous light rail stations and transit Alto: 531 Stanford Ave.; 650/ centers, which also connect to (800/660-4287; Caltrain. 857-0333 SAMTRANS www. samtrans.com) offers bus service from Palo Alto through WESTIN Palo Alto: 675 El For more information, call San Francisco, also connecting 511 or visit 511.org. Camino Real; 650/321-4422 ❖ with 12 Caltrain stations.

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