When Lars Smith and his family opened the first State of Mind Public House and Pizzeria, the restaurant quickly became busier than the Peninsula family that founded it had expected. So when they realized they didn't have enough room in their fryers to keep up with demand, one of the menu items they'd carefully developed was written off the menu. The "Almost Famous" fried chicken sandwich became just that – ...
Read MoreLongtime locals know fall is one of the best times of year on the Peninsula, filled with clear, warm days and the intermingling of end-of-summer traditions with autumn ones. Here are 15 autumn events we’re looking forward to in 2022, from the return of the Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival to the bevy of fall food events around the 650.
Read MoreFor the first time since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Oktoberfest, the fabled beer festival held in Munich, Germany, has returned. If you haven’t booked your flights to Munich for the real thing, you can always indulge in some of the local Oktoberfest festivities taking place right here on the Peninsula.
Read MoreFrom tap takeovers and a festival to limited-edition releases, celebrate SF Beer Week without having to leave the Peninsula at these local participating establishments.
Read MoreFogbird cocktail lounge in San Mateo aims to craft approachable cocktails in a friendly atmosphere built for the post-COVID social scene.
Read MoreAvoid the supply chain saga and shop in the 650 for the holidays. We've got you covered from the traditional to the experiential gifts.
Read MoreAnatolian Kitchen is closed, making way for Naschmarkt Palo Alto, a sister restaurant to a successful location in Campbell.
Read MoreWunderbar opens at Wursthall in San Mateo The Wunderbar may have a private entrance and require reservations, but it's not a speakeasy, says general manager Xian Choy. It's a cozier, more relaxed space. (Photo courtesy of Stephanie Amberg) At Wunderbar, descend underground to feel like you're entering a different world. Take a seat in a black-lit nook or cozy banquette, and sip on a storied cocktail. The intimate cocktail bar, located in ...
Read MoreHomebrews to home base: Brewing With Brothas aims to open first microbrewery in East Palo Alto
Read MoreAfter increasing their offerings during Covid, the Mountain View bottle shop is coming back strong (and sour).
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