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Alyson Chuyang

City Editor

Alyson is based in San Jose, CA, and helped launch SJtoday in February 2022. She graduated from San Jose State, where she reported on the city’s arts + culture scene for her alma mater’s paper, The Spartan Daily. You can find her scouting new South Bay eateries or thrifting around town.

Three photos taken of The Alameda, a plane between Downtown San Jose buildings, and Mt. Lick Observatory.
Culture
Going behind the lens: Three local San Jose photographers talk their favorite shots
Meet three local photographers who have spent their time documenting the beauty within San Jose, CA and hear their advice for beginner photographers.
May 26, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A rendering of what San Pedro Street would look like after redevelopment.
Development
San Pedro Street to be redeveloped into a pedestrian-friendly, open-mall layout
After a year-long trial, the plan to make the area 100% walkable is making big strides.
May 25, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A picture of a banh mi, spring rolls, and bun bo hue superimposed on an image of the Little Saigon Shopping Center.
Food
Santa Clara County boasts highest share of Vietnamese restaurants in the US
We’re diving into the numbers behind how Santa Clara County ousted Orange County for the highest number of Vietnamese restaurants in one region.
May 25, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A black and white photo of crowds walking the streets of downtown San Jose.
History
San Jose decades: The 1950s
We’re turning back time and peering into the great 408 during the 1950s.
May 23, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A rendering of one of the affordable housing projects in Santa Clara.
City
Development updates announced in April + May
Read into the 13 projects that had updates, announcements, or new details from April to May 2023 in San Jose, CA
May 19, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A kid looks at a neon light carousel.
Entertainment
Kid-friendly activities in San Jose, CA
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that San Jose, CA has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
May 18, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
Side-by-side photos of LeYou Ethiopian (left) and Petiscos (right) dishes.
Restaurants
Michelin Guide recognizes two San Jose restaurants as “new discoveries”
In May 2023, two San Jose eateries — LeYou Ethiopian and Petiscos — were honored as the Michelin Guide’s “new discoveries” ahead of its annual Bib Gourmands and Stars announcement released later this year.
May 18, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A view of Post Street with Splash Nightclub in the front.
City
Urban Vibrancy Institute to host downtown San Jose block party
Join the festivities on Thursday, May 18, 5:30 p.m., with 30+ participating businesses, live music, art, and more in downtown San Jose, CA.
May 16, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A hand holding a pork bun.
Food
Local South Bay food influencers to follow
Meet four prominent South Bay food influencers who explore the Bay Area’s unique food culture scene.
May 16, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
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