2nd Annual San Jose Short Film Festival

Unfortunately, I haven't had the time to write a post about this, so I'll have to "borrow" Cynthia's post from San Jose Metblogs below:

Welcome to the 2nd Annual San Jose Short Film Festival

By Cynthia Corral

December 10th, 2010 @ 10:12 AM Downtown, Entertainment, Festival, Film, San Jose, Weekend

If you’re having a difficult time waiting for Cinequest 2011 (March 1!) or if you’re just looking for an excellent way to spend a few hours this weekend, the 2^nd Annual San Jose Short Film Festival is for you.  Held at Camera 3 downtown this Saturday and Sunday, you will be treated to several short films per session and even have a chance to speak to the filmmakers when it’s over.

Yes, to be clear, this is not a short film festival, this is a festival of film shorts.  This means all films are 15 minutes or less, and some are as short as two minutes.  There are two different groupings of films: Program 1 has 16 different films, and Program 2 has 13 films, and there is a great variety of genres and types of films to see.  Everything from drama to comedy to Sci Fi is represented, and I enjoyed almost every film of Program 1 on Thursday evening.  But the best thing about film shorts is that even if you don’t like one particular film it is over in 15 minutes or less!  And then you’re on to the next one!  Program 1 is about 2 hours 30 minutes long and Program 2 is just under 2 hours, and both have a good variety of shorts with some crossover.

Some highlights from Program 1:

BLUEBERRY is the charming story of a darling young girl whose mother has left “on holiday”.  One day her father, who has suffered from “allergies” ever since mummy left, takes little Daisy to the pet store.  When they come home with their new pet, Blueberry the snake, the story really begins.

WINNER BEST SHORT FILM is actually the title of one of the shorts, and is the hilarious story of a man who is sure he will be successful in the industry based on the results of his recent award winning short film.  This film will be fully appreciated by anyone who is in the film business, who has tried or failed to make their own short film, or who has had to sit and watch endless screeners of bad films.  But truly the audience of film lovers last night were laughing themselves silly.

SHELDON is the sad story of a washed up television show puppet, fresh out of rehab.  With no one willing to give him a second chance on film, what choice does he have but to accept the offer of a celebrity wrestling match?

COCKPIT: THE RULE OF ENGAGEMENT is an excellent Sci Fi entry taking place in 2103 when humans are battling creatures who have perfected mind control.  When one fighter returns from battle claiming he never had any contact with the alien mind controllers, should he be believed, or should he be destroyed to protect the human race?  The moral question in this short makes it an excellent Sci Fi pick.

In my opinion, short films are always a great choice, and with $8 for a ticket that allows you to see 13 – 16 films, you can’t beat the price.  If your mind isn’t made up yet, keep in mind that Camera 3 contains the awesome Psycho Donuts in their lobby AND they serve alcohol.  Pop corn, donuts, wine and beer, and two hours of great film…  what better way to spend your weekend?

San Jose Short Film Festival
Tickets $8
Camera 3
288 S. Second Street
Program 1
Saturday, December 11^th, 4pm
Sunday, December 12, 4pm
Program 2
Saturday December 11^th, 1pm
Sunday December 12^th, 1pm

There is also a FREE Film Forum (at their Festival Headquarters: 110 Paseo de San Antonio) from 1pm – 9pm TODAY (Friday, December 10) with filmmaker interviews, equipment and product demonstrations including Red Cameras, DLSRs and sound equipment, plus a terrific panel discussion where you get to ask the questions from their panel of film experts (starts at 6:30pm) and discuss the state of indie filmmaking in the Bay Area.nd Program 2 has 13 films, and there is a great variety of genres and types of films to see.  Everything from drama to comedy to Sci Fi is represented, and I enjoyed almost every film of Program 1 on Thursday evening.  But the best thing about film shorts is that even if you don’t like one particular film it is over in 15 minutes or less!  And then you’re on to the next one!  Program 1 is about 2 hours 30 minutes long and Program 2 is just under 2 hours, and both have a good variety of shorts with some crossover.

Some highlights from Program 1:

BLUEBERRY is the charming story of a darling young girl whose mother has left “on holiday”.  One day her father, who has suffered from “allergies” ever since mummy left, takes little Daisy to the pet store.  When they come home with their new pet, Blueberry the snake, the story really begins.

WINNER BEST SHORT FILM is actually the title of one of the shorts, and is the hilarious story of a man who is sure he will be successful in the industry based on the results of his recent award winning short film.  This film will be fully appreciated by anyone who is in the film business, who has tried or failed to make their own short film, or who has had to sit and watch endless screeners of bad films.  But truly the audience of film lovers last night were laughing themselves silly.

SHELDON is the sad story of a washed up television show puppet, fresh out of rehab.  With no one willing to give him a second chance on film, what choice does he have but to accept the offer of a celebrity wrestling match?

COCKPIT: THE RULE OF ENGAGEMENT is an excellent Sci Fi entry taking place in 2103 when humans are battling creatures who have perfected mind control.  When one fighter returns from battle claiming he never had any contact with the alien mind controllers, should he be believed, or should he be destroyed to protect the human race?  The moral question in this short makes it an excellent Sci Fi pick.

In my opinion, short films are always a great choice, and with $8 for a ticket that allows you to see 13 – 16 films, you can’t beat the price.  If your mind isn’t made up yet, keep in mind that Camera 3 contains the awesome Psycho Donuts in their lobby AND they serve alcohol.  Pop corn, donuts, wine and beer, and two hours of great film…  what better way to spend your weekend?

San Jose Short Film Festival
Tickets $8
Camera 3
288 S. Second Street
Program 1
Saturday, December 11^th, 4pm
Sunday, December 12, 4pm
Program 2
Saturday December 11^th, 1pm
Sunday December 12^th, 1pm

There is also a FREE Film Forum (at their Festival Headquarters: 110 Paseo de San Antonio) from 1pm – 9pm TODAY (Friday, December 10) with filmmaker interviews, equipment and product demonstrations including Red Cameras, DLSRs and sound equipment, plus a terrific panel discussion where you get to ask the questions from their panel of film experts (starts at 6:30pm) and discuss the state of indie filmmaking in the Bay Area.

Santa-GO-Round 2010 - Dec 12th!

The people that brought you Zombie-O-Rama (SLG Art Boutiki & Gallery) and the San Jose Downtown Association and throwing a unique holiday event this Sunday, December 12th... Santa-GO-Round! Expect to see Downtown San Jose overrun by people in Santa costumes... ice skating, pub hopping, and causing all sorts of holiday mischief! There will also be the obligatory costume contest as well as an innovative toy drive. By giving an unwrapped toy, you will get certificated redeemable for a little something from all of the participating venues listed below. For all of the details, continue reading!

Come down to the Circle of Palms in Downtown San Jose

Here Is Your List Of Events. Check It Twice!

The Circle of Palms is located between  the San Jose Museum of Art and The Fairmont Hotel in downtown San Jose. Santa-Go-Round activities will be wedged in between the fun of Downtown Ice and Christmas in the Park. Be sure to bring a donation for the Christmas in the Park fund and help keep that uniquely San Jose event alive for future generations.

STUFF GOING ON!

In addition to bringing a buck for Christmas in the Park, Santa-Go-Round HQ wants you to bring a new toy to be donated to Innvision. Metro Newspapers and Channel 92.3 will be on site with giveways and promotions and the SLG Art Boutiki will have a special Santa-Go-Round shirt on sale.

1-4 pm – Discount Skating: Skate Hawaiian Airlines / Kristi Yamaguchi Downtown Ice IN COSTUME and receive $5 off.

1 pm –closing – InnVision-sponsored Toy Drive: Bring an unwrapped toy to Circle of Palms and receive a certificate to collect one free item 5:30 pm-close at each participating business, only on Dec. 12.

4:30-5:30 pm – Costume Contest (Downtown Ice):   Categories will be:
Most Inventive Santa Costume
Best Mrs. Claus

• First Prize: Two tickets to Wondercon, the Bay Area's Premiere Comic Book and Pop-Culture event plus gift certificates worth more than $100 to downtown San Jose’s best places.

• Second Prize: $100 in gift certificates to downtown’s best places.

4:30-5:30 pm – “Letter to Santa” contest (Downtown Ice): For children 12 and under.
Write a letter, read it aloud and win a prize. All participants will get a free prize.

5:30 pm – Christmas Carolers: Up to three separate groups of carolers will circulate among participating businesses. Imagine singing all over Downtown San Jose! Feel free to join in – even if you’re out of costume. Caroling route maps and
timetables will be available at Circle of Palms Downtown restaurants, bars and venues participating, each providing discounted options for participants dressed for the event. Don’t forget to donate a toy and receive a special certificate good for a
free item at each stop along the “Go-Round.”

PARTICIPATING VENUES

Mmoon’Empanadas – 177 W. Santa Clara St.
O’Flaherty’s Irish Pub – 25 N. San Pedro St.
Peggy Sue’s Diner – 25 N. San Pedro St.
The Tabard Theatre / Theatre on San Pedro Square – 29 N. San Pedro St.
Satori Tea Shop - 37 N. San Pedro St.
Sonoma Chicken Coop – 31 N. Market St.
Morrocco’s Restaurant – 86 N. Market St.
Carl’s Jr – 15 S. First St.
Bronze Tanning Studio – 36 S. First St.
Macieo’s Brazilian Restaurant – 72 S. First St.
A Perfect Finish Wine Bar – 55 S. First St.
Bella Mia Restaurant - 58 S. First St.
Mezcal - 25 W. San Fernando St.
Azucar – 71 E. San Fernando St.
Loft Bar and Bistro – 90 S. Second St.
Tandoori Oven – 150 S. First St.
Ruffled Feathers – 200 S. First St.
Psyhco Donuts – 288 S. Second St.
Slave Labor Graphics – 577 S. Market St.

Tons of Art Shows Coming Up!

Looks like you won't have to wait for South First Fridays to get your art fix this weekend!

Pellet at Empire 7 Studios

Empire Seven Studios is proud to present the debut solo exhibition by Kyle Pellet. Inspired by good memories, bad omens, fears, hard work, and guilty pleasures, Pellet draws and paints images reflecting the confounding joy and terror of everyday life. For this exhibition, he has created hundreds of drawings and paintings on paper of various dimensions.

If you're still shopping for others (or yourself) this holiday season, this exhibit is an ample opportunity to own original drawings and paintings at very affordable prices! For those who are art collectors, this is a great time to purchase Pellet's work; He has been exhibiting art frequently, and is moving up quickly in the art world.

Opening reception is on Friday, December 10th, 2010 from 8PM 'til late. The first 20 people who purchase a piece at the opening reception will receive a limited-edition signed poster from Pellet.

The exhibit will be on display through December by appointment. This will be E7S' last show for 2010 - Be sure not to miss it!

Empire Seven Studios
525 N. 7th Street, San Jose, CA

Posted by Cherri Lakey on December 8, 2010 11:45 PM | Permalink

Deadstök X at The Usuals

The Usuals and Streetbot present Deadstök X
Friday, December 10, 2010, 7p-10p

We are dusting-off our 2010 Deadstök designs! Expect to see new versions of tees by dNA, Everyday Debauchery, Lost San Jose, Kori Thompson, Lacey Bryant, Michael Foley, Anabella Pinon, Force 129, Wadl, Jane Doe, and more!

And say "Good-bye" to Streetbot! In it's last month with The Usuals, Streetbot is selling all remaining tees at $15. Make sure to grab your limited edition tees!

Cutso and SquareWeezy of The Bangerz will be here! Grab a silog from the WOW Truck, enjoy some beats, and spend some time with us!

THE USUALS
1020 The Alameda
San Jose, CA 95126

Posted by Cherri Lakey on December 8, 2010 11:40 PM | Permalink

Al Preciado Retrospective @55

Al Preciado invites you to his Birthday Retrospective featuring work from last night and 10 years ago at Gallery TEN10, 1010 East Taylor Street and 21st Street

Much food and great music by Josh and Mitch Waldman, and the Bob and Yumi show!!

Reception: Dec 17th, 6pm to Midnight
More information: apreciado@bcp.org

Print-In Art Show @ Japantown - Dec 12, 3-6pm

Print-In

Come and celebrate a visual, musical, and palatable event 

featuring prints from some of the San Jose’s best artists. 

   SparkPlugArt has invited a small group of artists to join them in an all day 

printmaking extravaganza. A remarkable gathering of six San Jose artists pooling 

their talents together, experimenting with several different processes and creating 

a exciting body of new prints that will be original and unique! At the end of the 

event all prints will be for sale!

   So come get prints fresh off the press, hear live music and enjoy some good food. 

You and your friends are invited to stop by ArtObjectGallery and party! 

Drop by the ArtObjectGallery in Japantown • San Jose • CA

Print Sale and Party • 3pm - 6pm • Sunday December 12th

* Hear live music by Jamie Dewrance and Russell Barbera *

Wednesday Wishlist: San Jose's Double-Decker Bus

I think I'm going to start a new regular post about wishlist items. These are ideas--some small and some large--that I think would make San Jose an even better and more interesting place to live. You guys already know one of my big wishlist items, Halloween in the Park. When you swing by Christmas in the Park this year, imagine that for an extra month each year, but with a Halloween twist. But that's not my idea for the day...

London has just unveiled the design for their latest generation of iconic double decker buses (just in time for the Olympics). When I use the word iconic in that sentence, I really mean it in its truest form. Think of a red double decker bus... what's the first thing that comes to mind? Try to stare and the photo below and NOT think of London. You can't, can you?

Pure and simple, San Jose needs a Double-Decker Bus. Something iconic that when people lay eyes upon it, they will immediately think of San Jose. Even cheap, dynamic LED lighting would go a long way (imagine if every bus and light-rail train was lit teal during sharks games). Or perhaps LCD screens on the sides of the bus displaying art that changes with every stop. There are lots of options that could go a long way in adding character and interest in even the most mundane things you can think of... like buses. Just ask our friends from across the pond below.

Veggielution Mushroom Growing Workshop on Dec 11

Veggielution--San Jose's own urban farm--is putting together a series of workshops. Some are going to be free and others are going to have a small fee for materials. This weekend they're hosting one that teaches you how to grow your own Oyster mushrooms at home, details below! I should also have the complete schedule of 2011 workshops soon.

Veggielution announces new workshop

Grow your own edible Oyster Mushrooms at home!

Saturday Dec 11, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

at Veggielution Community Farm

647 South King Road
San Jose CA 95116

more info: www.veggielution.org/workshops

contact: workshops@veggielution.org

Veggielution Community Farm is offering an incredible, affordable workshop—an amazing deal at $30! Workshops like this, which are rare in the first place, often cost twice as much. Register now or learn more:www.veggielution.org/workshops.

Workshop Description

Oyster mushrooms are easy to grow at home!! We will teach you the basics of mushroom cultivation, tell you how to gather the necessary supplies like mushroom spawn, and send you home with your own bag of Oyster spawn in straw that will produce beautiful blooms of Oyster mushrooms in your kitchen.

These mushrooms have a mild flavor and are delicious in a stir-fry or soup. This workshop is a great value, and will set you on the path to harvesting mushrooms year-round in your own home!

Instructor Raymond Gallardo has specialized in home mushroom cultivation for more than 12 years. He learned tips and techniques from master growers to develop a tried and true method for growing in a home environment. He and his wife, Sarah, developed the first home cultivation workshop of its kind in the Bay Area, which they have now taught at several local farms (including last year at Veggielution) with wildly successful results.

About Veggielution

Veggielution empowers youth and adults from diverse backgrounds to create a sustainable food system in San Jose. Our one-acre urban farm engages the community by providing access to healthy and local food, creating youth leadership opportunities, and developing creative solutions to social and environmental justice issues.

We are a nonprofit community farm seeking to create a sustainable food system in San Jose. We currently farm about 1 acre at Emma Prusch Park in East San Jose, with the possibility of expanding to up to 10 acres at the park. Our volunteer workdays, youth programs, sliding scale farmstand, and community workshops give people a chance to get their hands dirty growing veggies, and learn the importance of eating healthy food and knowing where it came from.

Must Watch Video: Baseball San Jose Area Tour!

ET Water Moves Manufacturing From China to San Jose

Let's start off the work week with a fun fact. Novato-based ET water has decided to move the manufacturing of their smart irrigation control systems from China... to San Jose. Here is the exact quote from the SVSJ Business Journal article: "The company said the relocation will eliminate import tariffs and duties, improve production quality and yield, and accelerate new product development." It's not every day you hear about manufacturing jobs coming BACK to Silicon Valley.

Read more: ET Water manufacturing moves to San Jose from China | Silicon Valley / San Jose Business Journal

@First Reveals Planned Eateries!

The @First development at 237 and First St. in North San Jose is anchored by a high-end Target which (opened in October) and Brocade's new international headquarters. It is also getting 80,000 sqft of retail, mostly for restaurants! Unfortunately, many of the restaurants area already available in either the San Jose Market Center off Coleman, or nearby. Here is the list:

• Panda Express (also in SJ Market Center, tons in SJ)
• Sweet Tomatoes (also in SJ Market Center, but glad to have a second in SJ)
• Chipotle (already one on 1st St.)
• Panera (also in SJ Market Center)
• Premier Pizza (all 3 of their existing locations are within a couple miles)
• Five guys burgers and Fries (only one in the area and it's in South SJ, this is a welcome addition)
• Chick-fil-A (the only restaurant so far that is "New" to San Jose)

There is also a 160 room Hotel Sierra that will open next month, Union Bank will also likely sign a lease, and they are also looking for a grocery sub-anchor... potentially Fresh & Easy. In addition, they are looking for a dry cleaner, hair salon, and dentist. I hope they can make some space for a couple unique retailers that will add something new to the city.

Facebook Page for The San Jose Blog!

The San Jose Blog finally has a Facebook page, about time right? It's going to work much like our Twitter page where we'll have links to all posts as well as occasional news bits that don't make it to the blog. To check it out, just click here.

CSUs Analyze the Monetary Return on Education

A few weeks back the Merc had an intriguing article on what 20 California State Universities (including SJSU) are doing to measure the value of college education in cold hard cash. By publicizing the average salaries of their graduates they are hoping to show that even with tuition hikes, the return on a college degree is easily worth the investment.

How did San Jose State do? Pretty damn well. Out of the 20 CSUs participating in the study, SJSU has the second highest average starting salary and the third highest mid-career salary. You can take a look at the list below for yourself. Even better, click here to read the entire article.

A Taste of Paris is Incredible!

My expectations were set already high by friends that have already eaten here and Yelp reviews... yet somehow A Taste of Paris still managed to blow my mind. I have to be honest. When I first heard a restaurant called "A Taste of Paris" was coming to the old Beard Papa space, I assumed it was just going to be another generic sandwich shop. What downtown San Jose ended up getting is a truly AUTHENTIC French Delicatessen with sets the bar for sandwiches downtown.

The authenticity begins with the proprietor Lionel Haeberle, a 6th generation French baker who also happens to be a fully trained French Chef. Then we have the food itself. The bread is made fresh throughout the day, from scratch, using base ingredients imported from France. Even the mustard is imported! Then you have small touches to complete the feel, such as French music playing throughout the cafe.

The menu is concise and focused on quality over quantity. My wife and I were fortunate enough to sample most of the menu, and EVERYTHING was amazing... the Brie Baguette, Pate, Cassoulet (traditional French country soup), Nutella Croissant, Almond Pastries, and even simple Ginger Cookies were incredible. The prices are also unexpectedly reasonable, especially considering the quality and meticulous prep work. 

In addition to their menu, they are also selling a few high-end imported products from France, such as slow roasted coffee, their mustard (which comes in thick glass jars), and jams. The selection here is going to be expanding over the next few weeks.

One last interesting tidbit is they are planning to build a traditional French patio, which would have an overhang above outdoor seating right on Paseo do San Antonio.

To summarize... authentic French delicatessen with phenomenal sandwiches and desserts. You might as well throw a dart at the menu when you get there because anything you order will impress. A very welcome addition to downtown San Jose!

Grand Opening of Paesano Ristorante!

Little Italy San Jose is about to launch their first Italian restaurant! Information on the grand opening ceremony  tomorrow is below. I can't wait to try this place out!

We are excited to announce the long awaited Grand Opening of Paesano Ristorante will be this weekend.

 

What: Paesano Ristorante Grand Opening

When: Sunday December 5th (Main Grand Opening event) and Saturday December 4th (Additional Grand Opening)

Where: 350 West Julian #1

Phone # for Reservations - 408 - 217-9327

Details:  In addition to the Grand opening event on Sunday December 5th, we will host an Italian Christmas celebration with La Befana, Tree Lighting ceremony, and an Italian Choir.

 

Help us congratulate Giuseppe "Pino" Spatola and support our Little Italy business.

 

Thanks, Joshua DeVincenzi Melander

2011 Michelin Restaurant Ratings

The Michelin Guide is one of the most renowned dining guides in the world. A restaurant getting a Michelin star is the equivalent to an athlete getting a medal in the Olympics. Last year I ranted about San Jose not claiming a single Michelin star restaurant, and it looks like this year the situation has not changed. At least in the 2011 Michelin Guide, they are recognizing that the South Bay is indeed an "Area" as last year they listed Silicon Valley restaurants as "South of San Francisco." You can see the full list below of the 44 Michelin Star recipients (6 of which are in Silicon Valley).

Instead of ranting this year I'll offer an idea and some encouragement. First up, the idea. Michelin star restaurants are huge draws for people. They usually book weeks if not months in advance and are a source of pride and international recognition for the neighborhoods they are in. Why not provide a monetary incentive for restaurants that receive a Michelin star that are located in San Jose (much the same way the USOC provides a monetary incentive for Olympic medalists)? This would encourage pioneering restaurateurs to open up shop in San Jose as well as drive existing restaurants to push their innovation and creativity in order to achieve the highest level of acclaim in their field.

Okay now for some encouragement. There are at least two restaurants in San Jose that are run by chefs that have already earned a Michelin star. This is at least a step in the right direction from last year. The first is Salvatore Calisi who was former head chef of Dio Deka and is now responsible for Ristorante Fratello on Meridian Ave. The second is Michael Miller, who was head chef at Traverse (closed because of dramatic rent hikes), and is now the executive chef at the Silicon Valley Capital Club downtown.

San Jose has achieved so much in the past few decades and already has a knack for innovation and a vibrant restaurant scene. Being known for cutting edge restaurants and have the stars to back that up as a fact (such as Napa does now), well... you can add that to my wishlist for San Jose in 2020.

Every restaurant listed in the MICHELIN Guide is recommended by our team of professional inspectors. The ones listed below have earned stars that reflect their exceptional culinary achievements, regardless of cuisine style. Stars represent only what is on the plate. They do not take into consideration interior decoration, service quality or table settings.

Read the release

Use the links below to make reservations at your favorite San Francisco restaurant, compliments of OpenTable.com.

	Restaurants	Area	Neighborhood	Reservations
Acquerello		San Francisco	Nob Hill	Reserve a table
Alexander's Steakhouse (New)*		South Bay	Cupertino	Reserve a table
Ame*		San Francisco	SoMa	Reserve a table
Applewood (New)		Wine Country	Sonoma County	Reserve a table
Auberge du Soleil		Wine Country	Napa Valley	Reserve a table
Aziza		San Francisco	Richmond & Sunset	Reserve a table
Baumé (New)*		South Bay	Palo Alto	Reserve a table
Bouchon		Wine Country	Napa Valley	Reserve a table
Boulevard		San Francisco	SoMa	Reserve a table
Campton Place (New)		San Francisco	Financial District	Reserve a table
Chez TJ*		South Bay	Mountain View	Reserve a table
Commis		East Bay	Oakland	Reserve a table
Dining Room at the Ritz-Carlton, The*		San Francisco	Nob Hill	Reserve a table
Dio Deka (New)		South Bay	Los Gatos	Reserve a table
étoile		Wine Country	Napa Valley	Reserve a table
Farmhouse Inn & Restaurant		Wine Country	Sonoma County	Reserve a table
Fleur de Lys		San Francisco	Financial District	Reserve a table
Frances (New)		San Francisco	Castro	Reserve a table
Gary Danko*		San Francisco	North Beach
La Folie		San Francisco	Nob Hill	Reserve a table
La Toque		Wine Country	Napa Valley	Reserve a table
Luce*		San Francisco	SoMa	Reserve a table
Madera (New)*		Peninsula	Menlo Park	Reserve a table
Madrona Manor		Wine Country	Sonoma County	Reserve a table
Masa's		San Francisco	Nob Hill	Reserve a table
Mirepoix (New)		Wine Country	Sonoma County
Murray Circle		Marin	Sausalito	Reserve a table
One Market		San Francisco	SoMa	Reserve a table
Plumed Horse*		South Bay	Saratoga	Reserve a table
Quince		San Francisco	North Beach	Reserve a table
Redd		Wine Country	Napa Valley	Reserve a table
Saison (New)*		San Francisco	Mission	Reserve a table
Santé		Wine Country	Sonoma County	Reserve a table
Solbar		Wine Country	Napa Valley	Reserve a table
Spruce (New)		San Francisco	Marina	Reserve a table
Terra		Wine Country	Napa Valley	Reserve a table
Ubuntu		Wine Country	Napa Valley	Reserve a table
Village Pub, The*		Peninsula	Woodside	Reserve a table
Wakuriya (New)		Peninsula	San Mateo

	Restaurants	City	Neighborhood	Reservations
Coi		San Francisco	North Beach	Reserve a table
Cyrus		Wine Country	Sonoma County	Reserve a table
Manresa*		South Bay	Los Gatos	Reserve a table

	Restaurants	City	Neighborhood	Reservations
French Laundry, The		Wine Country	Napa Valley	Reserve a table
Restaurant at Meadowood, The (New)		Wine Country	Napa Valley	Reserve a table

* Restaurants Josh has been to