A California cuisine restaurant with mediterranean leaning.

Amara

Amara is where the Mediterranean comes to play! A sun-soaked garden, bold flavors, and a vibe that pulls you in and keeps you there. By day, it’s the place for long, lazy brunches and families sharing plates in the shade. By night, the energy shifts, cocktails flow, music hums, and the garden feels like a secret you’re lucky to know. Every dish is crafted from peak-season ingredients, inspired by coastlines and cultures where life moves a little slower and tastes a little better. One visit won’t be enough and that’s exactly how we like it. Our Philosophy Food &amp; Drink At Amara, the food and drink share the same philosophy start with the best ingredients and let them shine. We work with local farms and the weekly farmers market to source peak-season produce, ensuring every plate is as fresh, vibrant, and nourishing as it is delicious. Cocktails follow the same principle, mixed with market-fresh herbs, citrus, and spices into creations that feel inventive yet effortless. It’s quality without pretension, made for people who truly care about what’s on their plate and in their glass. Space Amara is designed to transport a sunlit garden, airy interiors, and cozy corners are perfect for lingering. Inspired by the Mediterranean’s rugged coastlines and warm hospitality, our space blends natural textures, lush greenery, and flowing water to create an atmosphere that feels both polished and inviting. It’s where you can sink in, slow down, and feel like you’ve stepped into another world. Events at Amara From long, lazy brunches to lively Thursday DJ nights, Amara offers experiences as dynamic as its setting. Our garden and private spaces host everything from intimate celebrations to corporate gatherings, while seasonal events like Diwali dinners or chef’s table tastings make every visit feel unique. Whether you’re here for a glass of wine at golden hour or a full evening under the stars, there’s always something to draw you back. Check Happenings to see current

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Amara is where the Mediterranean comes to play! A sun-soaked garden, bold flavors, and a vibe that pulls you in and keeps you there. By day, it’s...

Samaritan House

For the security guard sleeping in his car. Or the teacher whose emergency room visit put her a month behind on rent. Or the mom working three jobs to make sure her kids have food and clothes. For all who are struggling to make ends meet, Samaritan House is here to help. For over 50 years, Samaritan House has been leading the fight against poverty in San Mateo County. We are the only organization that delivers essential services and personalized support to connect the people living in poverty among us to the full range of resources and services they need. More than just ensuring our clients are fed, clothed, healthy, and housed, we help them create their own stability and remain an active, successful part of the community. Over recent years, more and more families in San Mateo County have been thrust into poverty. From the COVID-19 pandemic, to increasing wealth inequality, to the impacts of inflation and the housing crisis, the financial pressures on our neighbors have grown. Through it all, Samaritan House has been here to help – keeping pace with the demand and opening up new possibilities for people living in poverty. Though the road ahead is uncertain, we remain steadfast to our commitment to helping over 32,000 of our neighbors living in poverty every year. With each action, each conversation, and each new program we develop, we are Fighting poverty. Lifting lives.

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<h2>WINE, LIVE MUSIC, AND WOOD-FIRED FAVORITES IN THE WINE GARDEN</h2>
Kick off your weekend at the AutoVino Wine Garden, where you can enjoy live music, estate-grown wines from Woodside Vineyards, and delicious food served from a restored 1955 diner bus. The Friday Night Happy Hour provides a relaxed outdoor atmosphere, perfect for unwinding, reconnecting with friends, and savoring wood-fired favorites in one of San Carlos’s most memorable gathering spaces.
The menu includes Neapolitan-style pizza, flame-finished wings, Inge’s signature charcuterie boards, and estate-grown wines from Woodside Vineyards, offering fresh food, local wine, and live music for a relaxed Friday evening in the Wine Garden.
<h2>LIVE MUSIC BY PJ WESTON</h2>
PJ Weston brings an honest, organic singer-songwriter sound to the AutoVino Wine Garden, blending folk, Americana, and roots-inspired storytelling. His music has drawn comparisons to Bob Dylan and Paul Kelly, with warm, personal songs that fit naturally into a relaxed outdoor evening.
With heartfelt vocals, acoustic textures, and a relaxed stage presence, PJ Weston creates an easygoing atmosphere for a Friday evening in the Wine Garden. His music adds warmth and character without overpowering the experience, making it a natural fit for wine, wood-fired food, and good company.
<h2>WOOD-FIRED PIZZA AND WINGS FROM THE BUS</h2>
Inside AutoVino’s restored 1955 diner bus, Nate prepares hand-stretched Neapolitan-style pizzas using dough fermented for 48 hours. The result is a light, flavorful crust with crisp edges, a tender center, and the perfect foundation for fresh toppings.
Guests can enjoy crispy, flame-finished wings from the mobile kitchen, served alongside AutoVino’s wood-fired pizza. This casual, satisfying menu pairs naturally with Woodside Vineyards wines and fits the relaxed Wine Garden setting.
<h2>INGE’S SIGNATURE CHARCUTERIE BOARDS</h2>
Inge’s charcuterie boards offer a shareable, wine-friendly option for Friday Night Happy Hour. Each board features cheeses, cured meats, olives, nuts, crackers, and artisan bread, making it easy for guests to graze, relax, and enjoy the evening.
These shareable charcuterie boards are a perfect complement to Woodside Vineyards wines, including Kings Mountain Cabernet, Chardonnay, Zinfandel, and Pinot Noir. They provide a convenient and wine-friendly option for guests who want to share with friends, enjoy a light snack, or relax in the evening.
<h2>BRING THE DOG. STAY FOR THE EVENING.</h2>
Well-mannered dogs are welcome in the AutoVino Wine Garden during Friday Night Happy Hour so that guests can enjoy the evening with their four-legged companions. The relaxed outdoor setting brings together Woodside Vineyards wines, live music, and wood-fired food for an easy, dog-friendly Friday night.
Join us for a relaxed Friday evening in the Wine Garden featuring live music by PJ Weston. Enjoy Woodside Vineyards wines, Neapolitan-style pizza, flame-finished wings, and charcuterie boards. This dog-friendly setting is perfect for good conversation, easy dining, and a comfortable end to the week.
AUTOVINO | 380 INDUSTRIAL ROAD | SAN CARLOS

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Join us on May 9 in Foster City for a one-day community event focused on communication, confidence, and connection—skills that matter now more than ever.
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A SUNDAY MORNING AT AUTOVINO
San Mateo Cars &amp; Coffee returns to AutoVino for a Mother’s Day Edition that features cars, coffee, families, and the Peninsula car community. Guests can walk around the cars, meet local owners, explore the showroom and car museum, and enjoy lunch in the Wine Garden after the morning event.
BRING MOM AND THE FAMILY
Mother’s Day attracts more than the usual car crowd. Bring Mom, the family, or stop by with friends for coffee, cars, and a Sunday morning at AutoVino. Walk the rows, see what local owners bring in, take a few photos, and kick off the weekend before your other Mother’s Day plans start.
CARS, COFFEE, AND THE AUTOVINO EXPERIENCE
Guests stroll through the rows, watch the cars arrive, and chat with local owners. The AutoVino showroom and car museum are open all morning. Honey and Daisy, the resident Labradors, are usually nearby.
LOCAL OWNERS AND PENINSULA CAR CULTURE
The car lineup varies depending on who shows up. Some mornings feature classic cars, others showcase modern performance vehicles, specialty cars, or club groups from around the Peninsula. The best part is often the conversation: owners talking about builds, guests asking questions, families stopping for photos, and the cars making the introductions.
STAY FOR LUNCH IN THE WINE GARDEN
After Cars &amp; Coffee, the AutoVino Wine Garden opens for lunch. Nate's wood-fired pizza from the 1955 Flxible Bus, charcuterie by Inge, and Woodside Vineyards wine from the Santa Cruz Mountains are available. Stay for the afternoon. It is Mother's Day weekend.
A SIMPLE MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND OUTING
The Mother’s Day Edition brings together moms, kids, car owners, and neighbors. You don’t need to know cars to enjoy the morning. With coffee in hand, kids walking the rows, owners chatting about cars, and families taking in the scene together.
PLAN YOUR VISIT
Bring Mom, bring the family, and join us for the Mother’s Day Edition of AutoVino Cars &amp; Coffee on Sunday, May 10, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. After the morning gathering, stay for lunch in the Wine Garden, and make AutoVino part of your Mother’s Day weekend.

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