The San Mateo Highlands 4th of July Parade is an annual event that started way back in 1960. This family-friendly event has a footrace, parade, and festival, and it's a great way to celebrate Independence Day with your neighbors. The 4K footrace around the neighborhood starts at 8:30 a.m. and the parade beings at 10 […]
One person’s trash is another person’s treasure! The City of San Mateo is hosting a citywide yard sale on Saturday, July 22nd, and everyone is encouraged to attend. This is a great opportunity to hunt for bargains on unique treasures, declutter your own space, and meet your San Mateo neighbors. The interactive map on the […]
Create Mix and Mingle is divided into two very distinct studios: one for adults and one for kids. In the adult studio, a glass of wine and a spread of meats and cheeses comes with each class reservation. In the children's studio, however, it's all about the painting. This makes Create Mix and Mingle an […]
An "infatuation for food" is what drives Chef Rafi to create beautiful, totally customized poke bowls at Truffle Butter Poke Bar. Inspired by the Hawaiian tradition of eating fresh slices of Ahi tuna, the poke bowl showcases an assortment of healthy ingredients that you can choose, starting with the base. Before you pick a base, […]
Planet Granite is a 19,000-square-foot climbing facility with 80 top ropes for climbing enthusiasts of all skill levels. Whether you're excited to learn or looking to advance your skills, this is a great place to socialize with fellow climbers and learn the ropes—literally! There are 140 top and lead routes at the Belmont location of […]
San Mateo’s Social Fusion Kitchen offers a fun and exciting casual dining experience you’ll want to turn to again and again. This East Third Avenue eatery certainly puts an emphasis on the “fusion” part of Asian fusion cuisine. Sure, the menu has some familiar dishes, like Korean street tacos and a pork belly sandwich, but […]
For those that are looking to get into great shape, Burlingame Boot Camp on North Delaware Avenue in San Mateo is the place to go. This fitness center uses the principles of exercise and nutrition designed by Brien Shamp, who is one of the Bay Area’s best in the field. Here, you’ll find a number […]
Succulent sliced pork and soft snow crab legs make their way into savory soups at Himawari, a famed ramen house in downtown San Mateo. This nostalgic vinyl-themed cafe does its best to serve up phenomenal ramen bowls to its patrons daily, who often admit to making repeat trips throughout the week. Regulars love the kanitama […]
Whether you're a seasoned hot pot aficionado, or have never tried this traditional Chinese cuisine, you'll want to try Little Sheep Mongolian Hot Pot. Here's how it works: you'll start by choosing the soup base for your hot pot. If you want a spicy, fiery experience, choose the Mala broth, filled with chili oil and […]
Decadent wines, tasty dishes, and a soothing atmosphere make B Street & Vine a popular cafe to visit after work in San Mateo. Guests say this happy hour spot is fantastic for enjoying a glass of sangria for just $3 between noon and 4 p.m. on weekdays, as well as a lively spot to spend […]