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Culture
Restaurant Roundup: New and coming-soon restaurants in San Jose
Dining in San Jose is always a fresh experience, with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
June 16, 2025 06:12 PM
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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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Small Business
Easy ways to support small businesses in San Jose, CA
Supporting local creators and businesses doesn’t have to be a full-fledged shopping spree. Here are three small ways you can show your support today, tomorrow, and beyond within San Jose, CA.
May 4, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
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Events
History San José to celebrate 50th anniversary of historic Print Shop
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Print Shop’s debut with History San José and the San Jose Printers’ Guild on April 29, 2023.
April 11, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
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City
Fifth annual 408 Day in San Jose, CA
We’re arguably San Jose, CA’s biggest fans — so of course we’re celebrating our city’s unofficial holiday.
April 4, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
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Small Business
Small business startup resources in San Jose, CA
Learn how you can kick start your small business in the Capital of Silicon Valley.
March 31, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
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Live
Local gamer history around San Jose, CA
August 8, 2022
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Nicole Calande
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Live
The best bánh mì shops in San Jose, CA
February 16, 2022
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Alyson Chuyang
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Food
Vegan and vegetarian eats in San Jose, CA
Dig into delicious and nutritious vegan and vegetarian fare in every corner of San Jose, CA.
October 6, 2021
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Alyson Chuyang
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Find your zen with our San Jose yoga guide
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Amazing Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around San Jose
Check out some of the coolest, most unique Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around the great 408 and plan for your next adventure or staycation.
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Tee time: 20+ golf courses in San Jose
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or the next Tiger Woods, these 24 golf courses in San Jose, CA are sure to make for a good round.
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Flannel-ready fall forecast for San Jose, CA
Prepare for fall weather in San Jose, CA, with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
September 16, 2024
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Culture
Pack up: People are moving to San Jose from these US cities
U-Haul rolled out info on 2024 moving trends — and now you just might know a little more about your new neighbors.
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Where to make friends in San Jose
Here’s your guide to social clubs, public events, and more local ways to make pals in the great 408.
August 22, 2024
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Culture
Remembering San Jose rapper + producer Traxamillion
Learn about the late San Jose-raised rapper + producer who has a lasting legacy in the great 408, the Bay Area, and the hip-hop world as a whole.
February 26, 2024
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Culture
Meet the San Jose breaker vying for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris
Vicki Chang, also known as “La Vix,” is a professional breakdancer + member of Team USA — and hails from the great 408.
February 26, 2024
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City
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.
February 21, 2024
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City
Where to find adoptable pets around San Jose
Find local adoption sites, pets currently available, and information on adoption fees.
February 20, 2024
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