Bay Area
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Deep Cliff Golf Course
Nestled in Cupertino, CA, Deep Cliff Golf Course has been my go-to spot for the past few years. This charming 18-hole course features mostly par 3s with a few par 4s sprinkled in, making it especially welcoming for beginners. The course offers scenic views of the surrounding foothills, providing a peaceful backdrop for a relaxing Read more
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Cascal, Mountain View, CA
Cascal in Mountain View is a tapas bar that boasts one of the most exquisite interiors in the Bay Area. Its bewitching ambiance and eclectic menu, offering a fusion of Spanish, Latin American, and Caribbean cuisines, make it a great place for dinner and drinks. We visited Cascal on a warm summer evening. The dishes Read more
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Berkley Chess School, Berkley, CA
It’s time again for an offbeat topic. Thanks to my son’s unbridled passion for chess, I had the pleasure of chaperoning him to a tournament at the Berkeley Chess School. Situated on San Pablo Avenue in Berkeley, the school beckons anyone passing by with its unique chessboard facade. Here, “facade” is indeed a misnomer, for Read more
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Garlic Country Golf, Gilroy CA
If you’re into golf—or even if you’re just a tyro like me—and live in the southern part of the Bay Area, Garlic Country Golf offers a great option for practicing your tee shots or fairway strokes at a reasonable price. There are plenty of golf ranges in the Bay Area, but what keeps me coming Read more
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The HUB Pickleball Club – Silicon Valley
If you’re a Pickleball fan and live in or travel to the Bay Area, The Hub in Campbell is a fantastic place to visit. The Hub is a well-maintained, gigantic, and awe-inspiring facility with 20 courts that cater to numerous patrons. Pickleball, a game invented in 1965 in Seattle, Washington, at the home of Joel Read more
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Five Points, San Jose
Located in Downtown San Jose, Five Points is a trendy yet laid-back cocktail bar that is a great venue for a date night or even hanging out with buddies. There is ample comfortable seating at and around the bar area. The bar is known among locals for its expertly crafted cocktails, made with high-quality spirits, Read more
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