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.

Albert Gregory

San Mateo

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...

French fries. They could be an appetizer, side dish or simply a snack. Patch has been on the search for the most delicious fries, and here is what the voters said: : , 1500 El Camino Real : , 203 Primrose Road : , 2204 Bridgepointe Parkway, San Mateo : , 2 Miramontes Point Road : , 3567 Alameda de las Pulgas : <a href="https://patch.com/A-j4f2" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Big Mouth Burgers</a>, 675 Broadway : , 450 Dondee St. : , 566 Emerson St. : , 909 Main St. : , 851 Cherry Ave. : , 774 El Camino Real : , 3723 S. El Camino Real : , 1057 El Camino Real Congratulations to all of our winners!

French fries. They could be an appetizer, side dish or simply a snack. Patch has been on the search for the most delicious fries, and here is what the voters said:

: , 1500 El Camino Real : , 203 Primrose Road

: , 2204 Bridgepointe Parkway, San Mateo : , 2 Miramontes Point Road

: , 3567 Alameda de las Pulgas : <a href="https://patch.com/A-j4f2" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Big Mouth Burgers</a>, 675 Broadway

: , 450 Dondee St. : , 566 Emerson St.

: , 909 Main St. : , 851 Cherry Ave. : , 774 El Camino Real : , 3723 S. El Camino Real : , 1057 El Camino Real

Congratulations to all of our winners!

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🍷 WINE, LIVE MUSIC, PIZZA, WINGS, AND CHARCUTERIE IN THE WINE GARDEN
Start your weekend at the AutoVino Wine Garden featuring live music, estate-grown wines from Woodside Vineyards, and food served from AutoVino’s restored 1955 Flxible diner bus.
The menu features Neapolitan-style pizza, wings, charcuterie boards by Inge, and estate-grown wines from Woodside Vineyards.
🎶 LIVE MUSIC BY BLUE HOUSE
Blue House offers close-knit harmonies with an acoustic-electric sound influenced by rock, folk, blues, country, R&amp;B, and popular covers. Expect layered vocals, guitars, and a setlist designed for an evening under the shade sails.
🍕 PIZZA AND WINGS FROM THE FLXIBLE DINER BUS
Inside AutoVino’s restored 1955 Flxible diner bus, Nate makes hand-stretched Neapolitan-style pizzas using 48-hour fermented dough. The Friday Night Happy Hour menu from the bus includes Neapolitan-style pizza with crisp edges and a tender center, plus wings.
🧀 INGE’S CHARCUTERIE BOARDS
Inge's artisan boards feature a variety of salami, prosciutto, brie, cheddar, olives, nuts, crackers, artisan bread, and sweet jellies. They can be customized for small or large groups and pair well with Woodside Vineyards wines such as Kings Mountain Cabernet, Chardonnay, Zinfandel, and Pinot Noir.
🐾 BRING THE DOG. STAY FOR THE EVENING
Bring your dog, arrive early, and settle in for live music, pizza, wings, charcuterie, and Woodside Vineyards wine in the AutoVino Wine Garden.
Seating is limited. Arrive early.
AUTOVINO | 380 INDUSTRIAL ROAD | SAN CARLOS

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Friday Night Happy Hour | AutoVino Wine Garden

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Redwood Symphony presents a unique, must-see musical event: the West Coast premiere of long-time Stephen Sondheim orchestrator Jonathan Tunick’s brand new arrangement of “A Little Night Music.” This semi-staged concert performance brings together the power of a full symphony orchestra with a dazzling cast of accomplished singing actors for two nights only - Friday, May 29, and Saturday, May 30, at Cañada College Main Theater.
Join Redwood Symphony for two unforgettable evenings of music, comedy, and artistry. Whether you’re a Sondheim enthusiast, a lover of orchestral music, or new to musical theater, this performance promises to be a highlight of the season.

Local Event: A Little Night Music

A Little Night Music

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PJCC - Peninsula Jewish Community Center

Join New York Times bestselling author Caroline Paul for a lively discussion of her book Tough Broad – an inspiring look at how adventure, curiosity, and outdoor activity can enrich our lives as we age. Read the book beforehand and bring your questions with you!
Hurry: We’ll be giving a free copy of the book to the first 20 people who sign up.
Register online:&nbsp;age-up.org/camp

Local Event: Book Club with Author Caroline Paul

Book Club with Author Caroline Paul

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Missing Man With Medical Conditions Last Seen...

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Series of DUI Hit-And-Run Crashes Injures...

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The 72-year-old woman later died at a local hospital, officials said.

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Anonymous Gun Buyback Will Be Held In SMC

Now in its ninth year, the program has collected more than 3,000 firearms since 2018, officials said. 

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