You may remember Monopoly as that fun game you would play with your friends and family; the board was cardboard and the pieces were paper, plastic, and metal, and you would all sit around the kitchen table talking and enjoying the game. San Jose encourages you to think bigger—much, much bigger— at their Monopoly in […]
Looking to start a hiking hobby this summer? Head over to the Sierra Vista Open Space Preserve, a beautiful natural preserve conveniently located in San Jose. With views of the entire city from the highest peak, you'll feel truly rewarded once you finish your workout. When you go for a hike at Sierra Vista Open […]
Happy Memorial Day, Fountain Park! If you still don't have plans for this patriotic holiday, you may want to head downtown and show your support for your San Jose Sharks. From 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. in Plaza de Cesar Chavez, hockey fans from around the San Jose area will gather to send off the […]
Summer temperatures mean that more and more people want to get outside and enjoy the fresh air, which is precisely why Kevin Moran Park is such a popular place in Saratoga. Families congregate in this park's several picnic areas, which offer shady tables, benches, and plenty of green lawn for your group to gether. For […]
The next time you need some apartment-friendly storage solutions, consider heading to the San Jose Home Depot, where you'll find plenty of options for all of your home improvement needs. Products here range from simple to full-blown weekend projects, and there's always something new to create. If you're looking for quick and easy ways to […]
The Triton Museum of Art is a unique place to visit. First of all, admission is completely free and the galleries are relatively small, so it's possible to get a handle on the entire collection, especially if you make repeated visits. Second, this museum is dedicated to showcasing the works of local Santa Clara artists […]
Step inside of Happy Donuts and you'll understand why this West San Jose shop generates so much buzz around town. The gleaming glass cases are filled to bursting with donuts and pastries of all kinds, and the hardest part of your visit will be choosing which flavors you'd like. Choose an old-fashioned cake donut and […]
On the days when the sun beckons you outdoors, consider stopping by Wilson Park where nearly 5-acres of recreational space will brighten your day. Families flock to this park near Stevens Creek Boulevard, especially because of the brand new play areas for the children. Locals say it is also a great place to run with […]
Enjoy natural, wild, and organic meals and the restaurant’s famous “Industrial Strength Margaritas” at Aqui Cal-Mex near Fountain Park. Locals say the menu at this modern Mexican eatery is healthy, inexpensive, and that there are always new specials to try throughout the week. When you're feeling really hungry, meals like the adobo spiced natural chicken […]
Can’t shake the craving for something oh-so-sweet? Stop in to Bitter + Sweet, a delectable shop specializing in serving Italian-style coffee, local ice cream, and decadent desserts near Fountain Park. From coffee to espresso, ice cream to pastries, this Cupertino location has your sweet tooth covered. Not a fan of coffee? Tea and chai is […]