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We are constantly on the lookout for new and undiscovered meals, from Michelin-starred restaurants to tac... (More)
We are constantly on the lookout for new and undiscovered meals, from Michelin-starred restaurants to tac... (More)
About this blog: Get the latest food news with the biweekly Peninsula Foodist newsletter.
We are constantly on the lookout for new and undiscovered meals, from Michelin-starred restaurants to taco trucks and under-the-radar pop-ups. Come here for the latest news on restaurant openings and closings, emerging trends, chef interviews and reporting on the Peninsula's dynamic food scene that you won't find anywhere else. Have a restaurant tip? Email us at [email protected] (Hide)
We are constantly on the lookout for new and undiscovered meals, from Michelin-starred restaurants to taco trucks and under-the-radar pop-ups. Come here for the latest news on restaurant openings and closings, emerging trends, chef interviews and reporting on the Peninsula's dynamic food scene that you won't find anywhere else. Have a restaurant tip? Email us at [email protected] (Hide)
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Santa Clara gets second location of Oakland shawarma restaurant named among top new eateries in the country
Jan 16, 2023 4:48 pm
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The chicken wrap from Shawarmaji. (Photo by Julia Brown)
By Kate Bradshaw
Shawarmaji, a popular Oakland-based shawarma restaurant... More
Jan 16, 2023 4:48 pm
Comments: 3 | Views: 7,441
The chicken wrap from Shawarmaji. (Photo by Julia Brown)
By Kate Bradshaw
Shawarmaji, a popular Oakland-based shawarma restaurant... More
'We didn’t rebound': After 10 years in Menlo Park, The Refuge will close its doors Jan. 20
Jan 13, 2023 12:34 pm
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The pastrami burger with fries and a beer at The Refuge. (Photo courtesy Mark Helsel)
By Kate Bradshaw
The Refuge, home to Menlo... More
Jan 13, 2023 12:34 pm
Comments: 18 | Views: 9,275
The pastrami burger with fries and a beer at The Refuge. (Photo courtesy Mark Helsel)
By Kate Bradshaw
The Refuge, home to Menlo... More
Pescadero farms start fundraisers after sustaining $125,000 in storm damages
Jan 11, 2023 4:07 pm
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Pie Ranch faces an estimated $100,000 in damages following the recent storms. (Photo courtesy pieranch.org)
By Kate Bradshaw
Recent... More
Jan 11, 2023 4:07 pm
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Pie Ranch faces an estimated $100,000 in damages following the recent storms. (Photo courtesy pieranch.org)
By Kate Bradshaw
Recent... More
Longtime dim sum banquet hall in Millbrae closed Dec. 31
Jan 9, 2023 1:02 pm
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The Hong Kong Flower Lounge, which closed Dec. 31, had a capacity of up to 550 people. (Photo courtesy via Yelp.)
By Kate Bradshaw
Millbrae's... More
Jan 9, 2023 1:02 pm
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The Hong Kong Flower Lounge, which closed Dec. 31, had a capacity of up to 550 people. (Photo courtesy via Yelp.)
By Kate Bradshaw
Millbrae's... More
Midpeninsula eateries hit by flooding face temporary closures
Jan 6, 2023 11:44 pm
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==I Flooding hit a number of Peninsula restaurants, including Mints and Honey in San Carlos, above. (Photo courtesy Mints and Honey, via Instagram.)... More
Jan 6, 2023 11:44 pm
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==I Flooding hit a number of Peninsula restaurants, including Mints and Honey in San Carlos, above. (Photo courtesy Mints and Honey, via Instagram.)... More
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