Articles by Al Roberts

Food News in Silicon Valley

Food News in Silicon Valley

The stein is still half full, not half empty, as Oktoberfest continues in the valley. The big celebration this weekend takes place Saturday-Sunday (Oct. 13-14) in downtown Cambpell with beer (of course) as well as German food, arts and crafts booths, and a long roster of live music acts.

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Santa Cruz & San Jose Restaurant Week

Santa Cruz & San Jose Restaurant Week

Lots of restaurants participate with specially priced menus that let diners expand their culinary worldview without busting their budgets. Silicon Valley’s version of the event runs Oct. 17-24, with more than two score restaurants, and we’ll have more details in upcoming issues.

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Poppy Farm comes to San Pedro Square Market

Poppy Farm comes to San Pedro Square Market

Tasting fine wines is always a treat—and doubly so when it’s for a good cause. The Poppy Farm and San Pedro Square Market provide just such an opportunity this Saturday with Vineyard to Market.

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