San Jose, California is home to the Poor House Bistro, PHB, one of the best places for New Orleans-style food and blues music. Jay Menduri, proprietor of PHB, has created an environment that is comfortable, exciting, and fun. The restaurant is in a neo-classical house built in the early 1900s... Read more →

Discovery While shopping at the Campbell farmer’s market my wife and I discovered the Corralitos Brewing Company tent. It was the first time we ever saw beer tasting at a farmer’s market. We were impressed with this local brew and decided to go visit the brewery. A mural in historic... Read more →

Why the Carson Valley, you ask? The answer is simple. The Carson Valley is located in northwestern Nevada, just south of Lake Tahoe at the bottom of Kingsbury Grade. This valley offers a wealth of outdoor experiences, expansive vistas and a relaxing atmosphere. When I’m in the area every summer... Read more →

Whether you’re with a large group or out with a couple of friends, you’ll want to stop in at Jardines de San Juan after you explore San Juan Bautista, California. Approaching Jardines from the front it looks like any other small Mexican restaurant. Upon entering, you’ll find an airy indoor... Read more →