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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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The exterior of the Littlest Little Italy food hall showing the names of different merchants inside.
Food
Littlest Little Italy in Downtown San Jose brings a 5-in-1 food hall
The former Enoteca La Storia in Little Italy, San Jose, CA has been transformed into an Italian cuisine food hall.
March 7, 2023
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The entryway sign to San Pedro Square at night.
Live
A guide to San Pedro Square
Explore the restaurants, nightlife, shopping, and activities within San Pedro Square in Downtown San Jose, CA.
March 3, 2023
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A bunch of Humphry Slocombe pints stacked in a fridge.
Food
Humphry Slocombe opens at the Pruneyard
Founded 15 years ago in San Francisco, the Bay Area ice creamery opens its newest location in San Jose, CA.
March 2, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
The EMS Kusina food truck with the Philippines flag on top of it.
Food
Food trucks in and around San Jose, CA
You don’t want to miss these seven mobile eateries when they roll by.
February 28, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A graphic featuring Camino Brewing Company, Clandestine Brewing, and S27 Ales glasses.
Food
San Jose celebrates Beer Week
SF Beer Week has commenced, and San Jose, CA is celebrating too.
January 31, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
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Culture
Last-minute local ideas for Valentine’s Day
From flowers to happy hours to meteor showers, we’ve got ideas to make your Valentine’s Day special.
January 26, 2023
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A plate of curries and vegetables atop injera bread.
Food
Places in San Jose to get Ethiopian food
From the fluffy injera bread, to the beautiful blend of spices in every dish — enjoy great Ethiopian cuisine at these four local spots.
January 17, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
Bowl of spicy pho with the fixings beside it.
Culture
4 top pho spots in San Jose, CA
From the most variety to the best flavorful meats, we break down some of the top phở restaurants in San Jose, CA.
December 9, 2022
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A large train made of wire + Christmas lights.
Culture
“Enchant” light spectacular comes to PayPal Park
Enjoy a new holiday fair coming to PayPal Park in San Jose, CA this November through January 2023.
November 15, 2022
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Alyson Chuyang
A FIFA watch party near San Pedro Square Market
Sports
San Jose Earthquakes to host FIFA World Cup watch parties
Soccer fans, you won’t want to miss this.
November 8, 2022
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