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5 local ice cream shops in San Jose, CA
We scream, you scream, we all scream for local ice cream.
July 28, 2025 11:51 AM
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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
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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
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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
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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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Food
Summer cooking camps for kids in San Jose
Young chefs are a course away from an inspiring, instructional, and tasty summer.
May 10, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Food
Our top picks for Korean barbecue restaurants in and around San Jose, CA
From the most quality meat selection to the best bang for your buck, we’re rounding up our top picks to get Korean barbecue in the South Bay.
May 5, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
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Food
Recipe: a zero-proof Moscow mule
Use Ritual Zero Proof’s alcohol-free liquor to create a sip-worthy summer cocktail.
May 1, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Food
The zodiac signs as San Jose bars
See which San Jose, CA bar you should hop to next based on your zodiac sign.
March 28, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
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Food
8 wineries in and around San Jose, CA
Support local South Bay wineries and vineyards with a few glasses of wine — not too shabby of a task.
March 17, 2023
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How to deal with parking tickets in San Jose
Resolving parking citations in the great 408 will always be a bummer, but hopefully our guide makes it less confusing.
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Where to find adoptable pets around San Jose
Find local adoption sites, pets currently available, and information on adoption fees.
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The unwritten rules of San Jose
Tell us you’re from San Jose without telling us you’re from San Jose.
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