05.24.24 Best of the Peninsula

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ENTERTAINMENT &RECREATION

Best Dive Bar: Fred’sPlace (650)940-9838 fredsplace.bar

HonorableMention: SaddleRoomBar DutchGoose

Best Live Theater: TheatreWorks SVattheMt ViewCenterfor thePerforming Arts

(650)463-7169 theatreworks.org

HonorableMention: TheGuildTheatre MountainWinery

Best Fitness Club: 24HourFitness 24hourfitness.com

HonorableMention: BayClubRedwood Shores

Best Golf Course: ShorelineGolf

Links (650)903-4653 shorelinelinks.com

HonorableMention: StanfordGolfCourse BaylandsGolfLinks

Best Happy Hour: PaulMartin’s America

(650)212-7400 paulmartinsamericangrill. com/locations/ san-mateo-restaurant

HonorableMention: Tacolicious

Gamelandia (650)382-2528 gamelandia.fun

HonorableMention: FoothillsNature Preserve

PaloAltoJunior Museum andZoo

Best Specialty Cocktail: Zola+BarZola zolapaloalto.com

Best Martial Arts: Nimbus-Air

HonorableMention: AikidoSilicon Valley

Best Outdoor Event/ Festival: Shoreline Amphitheatre mountainview amphitheater.com

HonorableMention: Art&Wine FaireSan Carlos Best Place for a Girls’ Night Out: RosewoodSand Hill (650)561-1500 rosewoodhotels.com/en/ sand-hill-menlo-park

Best Place to Take Your Kids to Play:

Best Breakfast Restaurant: Hobee’s Restaurant hobees.com

HonorableMention: Joanie’sCafe

Jack’s Restaurant & Bar

HonorableMention: Primosdeli

Best French Food: BistroVida (650)462-1686 bistrovida.com

HonorableMention: Le PetitBistro Zola+BarZola

Best Indian: Zareen’sPalo Alto (650)747-6400 zareensrestaurant.com

HonorableMention: AmberIndiaLosAltos Aurum

HonorableMention: Terún

Best Sports Bar: DutchGoose (650)854-3245 dutchgoose.net

HonorableMention: The Patio@Rudy’s

Best Wine Bar: CRUWineBar & Shop (650)362-3535 cruredwoodcity.com

HonorableMention: ItalicoRistorante Pizzeria

FOOD

Best Bakery: ManresaBread (650)384-6462 manresabread.com

HonorableMention: MademoiselleColette LittleSkyBakery

Best Brew Pub: Devil’sCanyon Brewing Company (650)592-BREW(2739) devilscanyon.com

HonorableMention: SteinsBeer Garden & Restaurant FreewheelBrewing CompanyBestBrewery inRedwoodCity

Best Chinese Food: ChefChu’s (650)948-2696 chefchu.com

HonorableMention: CrouchingTiger Restaurant&Bar

Best Deli: Colombo’sDeli

- Woodside (650)369-4235 facebook.com/ WoodsideDeli1453

Best Frozen Yogurt: Yumi Yogurt (650)341-0939 yumiyogurtsanmateo.com

HonorableMention: Corner Yogurt

Best Hamburger: Godfather’s BurgerLounge (650)637-9257 godfathersburgerlounge. com

HonorableMention: In-N-OutBurger TheCounter

Best Ice Cream: Baskin-Robbins baskinrobbins.com

HonorableMention: Salt&Straw Rick’s IceCream

Best Italian: Terún (650)600-8310 terunpizza.com

HonorableMention: ItalicoRistorante Pizzeria DonatoEnoteca

Best Japanese: SatsumaSushi (650)966-1122 satsumasushi.com

HonorableMention: Sushi Tomi FukiSushi

Best Mediterranean: Mediterranean Wraps (650)321-8189 mediterraneanwraps.com

HonorableMention: EvviaEstiatorio

Best Mexican: MamaCoco

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BESTCREDITUNION:

Stanford FederalCreditUnion

We sayYES toyoursuccess!

Thank you for votingusastheBestofthe Peninsulacredit union!

Stanford FCUhasbeenserving the Peninsulaandthewider BayAreasince1959 Unlikelarger for-profitbanks, Stanford FCUputsmembers first by sayingYES to your financialsuccess.Thismeansmorebenefits,perksand rewardsjust for doingbusinesswith us!

Since we’renot-for-profit, we putmoneybackinto delivering betterproductsandservices to ourmembers We waivemore feesthan we charge(noNSF feesandno foreigntransaction fees).Our rewardscredit cardshaveno annual feesand earnup to 3% cashback.Manymembers take advantage ofour competitiveCertificate rates,includingour 7-Month nopenaltyCertificate. Members alsolove ourfreechecking, free ATMs,andgettingpaidup to twodays early withdirect deposit.Plus,our compassionatestaff willprovide youwith excellentservice.

“Our commitmentis to deliver financialservices thatprovide strong value,”says JoanOpp,Stanford FCU’s President and CEO. “We rankhighamongstour competition for value provided to ourmembersand weofferitwitha safeandsound balancesheet.”

At Stanford FCU, everyoneiseligible formarket-leading ratesondepositsandloans.Whilebanks mayonly reward their wealthiestcustomers,Stanford FCUbelievesin rewardingourmostengagedmemberswith specialloandiscounts,more waived feesand deposit bonuses.

Referralsarea company’sbiggest compliment.Stanford FCUisproudthat 45%ofnewmembers are referred by co-workers, familyandfriends.

Visit sfcu.org/bonus to learnmoreaboutour$250 newmemberbonusandjoin today! (650) 723-2509

Thankyou, ThePeninsula News readers!

StanfordFCU is proud to be named thePeninsula’s

Best Credit Union again in 2024!

Membership eligibilityrequired. Rates, termsand offersare subjecttochangewithoutnotice. Payrolldirectdeposit is definedasrecurring ACHpaymentsfromyouremployerorthe Social Security Administration.Other deposits such as checks, transfers, Venmo, Zelle® andPayPaldonot qualify.

*Opena Stanford FCUEveryday, PremierorHighYield Spending accountwith thepromo code NEW250 anda minimum$2,500monthly payrolldirectdeposit for3 consecutivemonths. The firstrecurring direct deposits must be posted toyournew spending account within 60 calendar days of your accountopening date.Offer does notapply to second or multiple spending accountsand/orexistingmembers with aspendingaccount,and will be limitedtoone bonusper household.The spending accountmustremainopena minimumofthree months.The bonusoffer is only availabletonew Stanford FCUmembersbeginning May1,2024. Thebonus will be credited to your spending account within 30 daysfromsatisfactionofthe requirements.The 3-monthnew member period begins on the firstday of themonth followingyouraccount open date.Any taxesdue on thebonus depositare thesoleresponsibilityofthe recipient. Stanford FCU will report thebonus deposits to theappropriate stateand federalagencies, as required by applicable law. This offer is notvalid with anyother Stanford FCUpromotional offer,and is subjecttochangewithout notice.

**APY=AnnualPercentageYield.Rateisavailable as of 5/13/24. TheHighYield Spending Accountinterestisdeterminedonthe last dayofeachpreceding month. If allrequirementsare metbymonth-end,thenthe interest will be paid at the currentQualified Rate up to $50,000 and> $50,000onthe averagedaily balances on thelastday of thefollowing monthbased on theaverage dailybalance of theaccount forthatmonth.Ifthe requirements arenot metbythe last day ofthe precedingmonth,thenthe interest will be paid at thecurrent Non-Qualified Rate on thelastday of thefollowing monthbased on theaverage

of theaccount forthatmonth.Limit oneHighYield Spending Account per primary member. Monthly Requirements to earn theQualified Rate:

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Cocina

Mexicana

Melno Park (650) 272-6634

SanCarlos(650) 226-3592 mama-coco.com

HonorableMention: FiestaDelMar Too MilagrosLatinKitchen

Best New Restaurant: Hurrica Restaurant & Bar (650)499-4858 hurrica.restaurant

HonorableMention:

Che Fico ParcoMenlo Ella’sCafe&BBQ

Best Pizza: Terún (650)600-8310 terunpizza.com

HonorableMention: StateofMindPublic Houseand Pizzeria

Best Seafood: PacificCatch pacificcatch.com

Best Steakhouse: SundanceThe Steakhouse (650)321-6798 sundancethesteakhouse. com

HonorableMention: Fleming’sPrimeSteakhouse&WineBar Izzy’sonthe Peninsula

Best Thai: AmarinThai Cuisine

174CastroSt.,Mountain View 650-988-9323 147CastroSt.,Mountain View 650-282-5434 amarinthaicuisine.com

HonorableMention: SweetBasilThai Cuisine

Best Vegetarian: Wildseed (408)781-0112 wildseedsf.com

HonorableMention: Terún Garden Fresh

Best Vietnamese: Tamarine Restaurant & Gallery (650)325-8500 tamarinerestaurant.com

Best Barbershop: Bushwacker Barbers bushwackerbarbershop. com

HonorableMention: Menlo Park Barber Shop

18|8 FineMen’s Salons| Palo Alto

Best Chiroprator: Marsden Chiropractic Care

(650)965-3300 marsdenchiro.com

HonorableMention: AthensChiropractic Clinic

BaysideChiropractic BestCosmeticSurgery: StevenKStruck MD (650)562-0587 struckmd.com

Best Hair Salon: TherapySalon AvedaConcepts

50-948-5343 therapysalon.net

HonorableMention: Massage Therapy Center

Best Waxing Studio: Above&Below SkinStudio

(650)264-9459 abskinstudio.com

HonorableMention: Skindustry san carlos HOME

Best Appliance Store:

AirportHome Appliance

(650)261-0200 (RedwoodCity) airportappliance.com

HonorableMention: DaviesAppliance

Best Flooring Company: TheFloor Store (650)209-8718(San Carlos) floorstores.com

HonorableMention: TownandCountry FlooringCenter

Best Heating & AC Company: McFarlane & Son,SanMateo (650)570-7975 local.yahoo.com/info21404221-mcfarlane-sonsan-mateo

HonorableMention: A&HHeatingandAir Conditioning

Best Home Furnishing Store: Houseof Values (650)349-3414 houseofvalues.com

HonorableMention: FlegelsDesign

Best Interior Design: Juliemifsud (650)303.8797 juliemifsuddesign.com

Best Kitchen Remodeler: HarrellDesign +Build (650)230-2900 harrelldesignbuild.com

HonorableMention: JVGardeningservices

Best New Home Builder: Post&Lintel (510)396-3933 postandlintelconstruction.com

HonorableMention: SheaHomes

Best Plumber: GuyPlumbing &Heating Services (650)323-8415 guyplumbing.com

HonorableMention: John F. DahlPlumbing &Heating

Best Real Estate Agent: Sandy Comaroto (650)714-1359 comarotoproperties.com

HonorableMention: BrianChancellor DaveBlewett

HonorableMention: Sam’schowderhouse

HonorableMention: JurianConstruction

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HonorableMention: Phø Vi Hoa Health& Beauty

Best Place for Massage: Watercourse WayBath HouseSpa (650)462-2000 watercourseway.com

Best Gardening Services: LaderaGarden &Gifts

(650)854.3850 laderagardenandgifts.com

Best Landscaper: McTighe Landscaping (408)355-0804 mctighelandscaping.com

Best Real Estate Company: InteroReal EstateServices -SanCarlos (650)622-1000 intero.com/ san-carlos-california

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BESTCAR WASHAND/ORDETAILING

Ducky’sCar Wash

DiscoverDucky’sCar Wash: Your Local, Eco-Friendly, and Full-Service Car Wash Destination!

Are youtiredofspendinghours washing your car yourself or dealingwiththose self service car washes? LooknofurtherthanDucky’s Car Wash– yourneighborhood go-tospot fora top-notch carcleaning experience that’s bothenvironmentally consciousandcustomer-focused.

Locally ownedandoperated, Ducky’sCar Wash takesprideinits community roots andstrives to providethehighestqualityservice to itsneighbors. Our teamisdedicated to ensuringthatevery customerwho drivesinto our facilityleaveswith a gleaming vehicleandasmileontheir face.

At Ducky’s, we are committed to beingeco-friendly We utilizesustainable practices suchas recycling waterduringthe washprocess to reduceourenvironmental footprint. You can feelgoodknowingthatwhen youchooseDucky’sCar Wash, you’re supportingabusinessthat caresaboutprotectingourplanet.

We understandtheimportance of efficiencyin today’s busy world.That’swhy we focusonprovidingasmoothandeasycustomer experiencefrom start to finish.Our staffis well-trainedanddedicated to making your car washvisitasquickand convenientaspossible,whilestilldelivering exceptional results.

When youbring your vehicle to Ducky’sCar Wash, you can trustthatitwill receive athoroughcleaningwithattention to detailon everysurface. We usehigh-quality productsandequipment to ensurethat your carleaveslookingitsbest.

Notonlydo we prioritizequality results,but we alsoaim to offergreat value for ourcustomers. With competitivepricingand various packages tailored to meet your needs,getting your car washedatDucky’sisboth affordableandbeneficial for your vehicle’smaintenance.

Sonexttime your carneedssomeTLC, head over to Ducky’sCar Wash foranunmatchedfull-service experience! We guarantee ashinyclean finish,aneco-friendly process,efficientservice,andfriendly faces ready to assist you.Supportlocalbusinesseslikeuswhogenuinely care about you, your community, andtheenvironment -allwhile taking care of yourbelovedride!

Ducky’shas3 locations on the Peninsula: 1436ElCamino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025 1301 OldCounty Rd, SanCarlos, CA 94070 716NSanMateoDr, SanMateo, CA 94401 duckysexpress.com

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SPECIAL FEATURE

WhatmakestheSan Francisco Peninsula so special?

By theAmplifiedContent Studio

TheSan Francisco Peninsula, extendingsouthfromthe cityofSan Francisco, is a regionrichinhistory, culture, andnaturalbeauty,offering aplethoraofinteresting factsandmust-visitdestinations Thisarea,which includesvibrant communitiessuchas PaloAlto, RedwoodCity, andHalfMoon Bay, providesa fascinating glimpseintoCalifornia’sdynamicpastandpresent.

HistoricalHighlights

BirthplaceofSilicon Valley: The Peninsula is widely recognizedasthebirthplace ofSilicon Valley, theglobal center for technologyand innovation.Citieslike Palo AltoandMountain Vieware associatedwith techgiants suchasGoogle, Facebook, andApple.

Natural Wonders

HalfMoonBay: Thischarming coastal townoffers stunningoceanviews,sandybeaches,andthe famous Maverickssurfspot,known foritsmassive wavesthat attractsurfersfromaround theglobe.The townalso hoststheannualHalfMoon BayArt& Pumpkin Festival.

Edgewood Park&Natural Preserve: Locatedin RedwoodCity, thispreserveoffers apeaceful retreatwith diverseplantlifeand hiking trailsthatprovidestunning viewsoftheBayArea.It’sa haven fornaturelovers and bird watchers.

FiloliHistoricHouseand Garden: Situatedin Woodside,Filoliisahistorices-

tate with exquisitegardens andabeautifullypreservedmansion.Itoffers aglimpseintotheopulent lifestyleoftheearly20th centuryandissurrounded by lushgreeneryand sceniclandscapes.

CulturalandCulinary Delights

StanfordUniversity: Locatedin PaloAlto,Stanford University’s campusisa must-visit foritsbeautifularchitecture,the Rodin SculptureGarden, andthe Hoover Towerwithitspanoramicviewsofthe Peninsula.The campusitselfisa hubofculturalandacademicactivities.

Palo Alto’sUniversity Avenue: Thisvibrantstreetin theheartof PaloAltoislined witha varietyof restaurants, cafes,andshops.It’s an excellentspot to explore theculinarydiversityofthe Peninsulaandenjoyalively atmosphere.

RedwoodCityDowntown: The revitalizeddowntown areaof RedwoodCityboasts a varietyofdiningoptions,theaters,andculturalevents.TheCourthouse Squareoftenhostslive music, movies, and festivals, makingitaculturalhubof the Peninsula.

InterestingPlaces to Visit

ComputerHistoryMuseum: LocatedinMountain View, thismuseumisa tech enthusiast’sdream, showcasingthehistoryof computingfromancienttimes to thepresentday. It features fascinating exhibitsonthe evolutionof technology.

Hiller Aviation Museum: SituatedinSanCarlos,this museumoffersauniquelook atthehistoryof aviation witha focusoninnovations that camefromthe Bay Area.It’sagreatdestination for familiesand aviation buffs.

Pulgas Water Temple: A lesser-knownlandmark, the Pulgas Water Templenear RedwoodCityisabeautiful tribute to theengineering featsoftheHetchHetchy Project, whichbrought water to the Peninsulafromthe SierraNevada.

HiddenGems

WindyHillOpen Space Preserve: Locatednear Portola Valley, thispreserve offersstunninghikingtrails withpanoramicviewsof the PeninsulaandtheSan FranciscoBay. It’saperfect spot foroutdoorenthusiasts seekingtranquilityandnaturalbeauty.

San MateoJapaneseGarden: NestledwithinCentral ParkinSanMateo,thissereneJapanesegardenoffers apeacefulescapewithits traditionaldesign, koipond, and teahouse.It’salovelyspot foraquietstrollor meditation.

In considerationofallthat theSan Francisco Peninsulahas tooffer, isobviously adiverseanddynamic regionbrimmingwithhistory, naturalbeauty, andcultural richness.Whether you’re drawn to itshistoricsites, technologicallandmarks, naturalparks,orculinary delights,the Peninsulaoffers something forevery traveler.

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BESTPLACEFORAWEDDING

Filoli

Locatedamidstthepicturesquelandscapeof Woodside,California,Filolistandsasabeaconofbeautyandhistory, recentlybestowedwith the honorofbeing votedthe best wedding venueonthe Peninsula.Situatedontheancestrallandsofthe RamaytushOhlone, this sprawling654-acreestateoffersaharmonious blendofnaturalsplendorandarchitectural grandeur, captivatingtheheartsof couplesinsearchofatruly extraordinary weddinglocale.

At theheartofFiloli’s allureliesitsenchantingsurroundings—a captivatingfusionof amajesticGeorgianmansionandmeticulously tended English Renaissance gardenssprawling across16acres. Every facetoftheestateexudestimelesselegance, providinganidyllic backdrop forthe celebrationoflove.

For couplesseekinganintimateaffair, Filolihascreateditsengaging Elopement Package,offeringtheperfectblendof simplicity andsophistication Imagine exchanging vows againstthebackdropof sweeping vistas at the HighPlace, surrounded by thetranquil embraceofnature—anintimatemomentsharedwithcherishedlovedones,destined to be etchedinmemory forever.

Meanwhile, forthose yearning foragrand celebrationamidstthesplendorofnature,Filoli’s Redwood Wedding Packagesofferanunparalleled experience Picture-perfect ceremonies beneaththe towering canopyoftheestate’s majestic Redwood Grove promiseanambiance ofenchantmentand romance,unlikeany other To enhancethe experience,handpicked gourmet foodtrucks await, tantalizingguests’ taste buds with aculinaryjourneycurated to complementthenaturalbeautyofthesurroundings.

Filoli extendsaheartfeltinvitation for couples toexplore theseenchanting wedding options,includingthe exclusiveBuyout Weddings now available for bookingsin2025 However, Filoli’scharmalso extendsbeyond wedding celebrations;it welcomesall to immerse themselvesinitssplendorandrichheritage.

Whetherembarkingona romanticdaytriporseekingaserene retreat, Filolibeckonsvisitors to losethemselvesinits captivatingbeautyandstoried past.So, whether you’re exchanging vows beneaththe towering redwoodsorsimplystrollingthrough the meticulouslymanicuredgardens,Filolipromisesan experience that transcends theordinary—a celebration ofnature’smagnificenceandtheenduringpoweroflove, awaitingallwho venturethrough itsgates.

86Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062

(650)364-8300

filoli.org

Photo courtesyofSmeetaMahanti.

Photo courtesyofFiloli.

Photo courtesy ofChristinaMcNeill.

Photo courtesyofApollo Fotografie.

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VOTEDBESTPLACETO TAKEYOURKID

Gamelandia

SituatedalongtheCalifornia Avenue retail corridor nearStanford Universityinthe heart ofSilicon Valley, Gamelandiastandsasaninclusive tabletopgamestoreand community hubwhereindividualsofallages,backgrounds,andskilllevelsareembraced.Thestore boastsaneclecticandthoughtfullycuratedassortmentof games, books,andgifts, catering to thediverse interestsof familiesand friends To cater to bothnovicesandseasoned players, Gamelandiaoffersin-store demonstrations, weekly Learn to Play events, andpersonalized recommendations.

Once youenterGamelandia, youwillbeamazed to find three distinctplayspaces, includingaSpace RoomandD&D Roomadornedwithstunninghand-paintedmurals by local andnationally recognizedartists.Customers have theoption to reserveanentire room for privateeventslikebirthdays or workgatherings,orsimply a table to exploreanyof the over600titlesinthestore’slibrary.

Gamelandiaalso hostsafter-schoolandsummer programming tailored forchildren, featuringactivitieslikeKidsD&D, KidsMagictheGathering, and PokémonJr.League. For adults,thestoreorganizes weeklygamenights for populartrading card games,alongwith FREEstudentgamenightsonThursdays. Additionally, Gamelandiaservesasa venue for regional tournaments thatattract enthusiastsfromacrossthe state.

At Gamelandia,thephilosophythatlearningthroughplayisnotonlyeffectivebutalso enjoyable resonates deeplywiththestaff and gaming enthusiaststhatseem to love the place.Thestore’sultimateaimis to fosterjoythrough human connection, welcomingall toexperiencethemagicofgaming.

Here’swhatpeoplearesayingaboutGamelandia:

“We‘love’thisstore.It’samazinginsomany ways Theyhave a great selectionof games as wellassuperfriendlyandhelpfulstaff (they’ve suggestednewgames to us, which have goneon to become family favorites!). Andthe games roomsareagreatgathering place forfriendsandgroups! Thegame rooms are beautifullydecorated,have free tea anddrinks, andthestaff willprovidepersonalized recommendationsfromtheirgame library Mysonandhisfriendhad*somuchfun*hereon a rainySundaymorning. We can’t wait to goback! Theyaretrulyagemin PaloAlto.” ~HeleneGrossman

“Greatstaff, supernice,organizedspaceand really coolgame roomswhere you canplay with yourfriends. We gota room for6people foraround$10/person for2 hours. Owners are reallynice. There isfreehotchocolate and teaif you want. We played CatanandSequenceandchattedwiththe owners. It is a funplace to spendtimewithfriendsandplay your favoriteboardgames. Theyhave itall!”

NijatBehbudov

“Easilythebestgamestoreinthe Bay Area!”~ Lucy Wang

290 California Ave,SuiteA Palo Alto, CA 94306

Text us:650-382-2528 gamelandia.fun

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HonorableMention: Compass

Best Solar Company: CobaltPower SystemsInc. (650)817-7791 cobaltpower.com

Best Pet Hospital: AdobeAnimal Hospital

(650)948-9661 adobe-animal.com

HonorableMention: LosAltos Veterinary Clinic

NetworkRepair (408)732-4500 clickaway.com

HonorableMention: TecnoUNOComputer Repair

Best Window Company:

AbleGlass (408)496-9960 ableglass.com

HonorableMention: MilgardWindows & Door

Best Window Coverings/Shutters: ShadeStore theshadestore.com

HonorableMention: TheRomanShade Company PETS

Best Dog/Cat

Groomer:

OhMyDog

(650)577-8002 ohmydogbayarea.com

HonorableMention: A Pet Villa

Best Pet Store: PetFood Express petfood.express

HonorableMention: Bow WowMeow

Best Veterinarian: LosAltos Veterinary Clinic (650)948-8287 losaltosvet.com

HonorableMention: AdobeAnimalHospital

Best Community College: FoothillCollege (650)949-7777 foothill.edu

HonorableMention: CanadaCollege

Best Computer Repair & Service: ClickAway Computer +Phone +

Best Credit Union: Stanford FederalCredit Union

(888)723-7328 sfcu.org

HonorableMention: MonterraCreditUnion

Best Local Bank: U.S. Bank Branch usbank.com

HonorableMention: ChaseBank

Best Mortgage Specialist Traditional or Reverse: DavidLBaker, WellsFargo

HomeMortgage

(650)559-2018 homeloans.wellsfargo. com/mortgage/ca/ los-altos/david-l-baker

HonorableMention: MattRohrbach

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BESTCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE

FoothillCollege

FoothillCollegeishonored to be votedthebest community collegeintheBayArea by the BayArea NewsGroup readers.

Fromour firstgraduatingclassof 37 students in 1960, FoothillCollegehasgrown to serve approximately11,000studentseachquarter Foothill has consistently been recognizedas oneofthe verybest community collegesinthe countryandasa nationalleaderintransfer and workforce pathways.*This recognitionisdue to the exemplary workofourdedicated facultyandstaff andthe talentsofthe extraordinarystudentswho graduateeach year.

Whether youarelooking to transfer to aUC,CSU, orprivate universityoftrain fora high-wageprofession, Foothillhastheprograms for you! We have a guaranteedtransfer agreementwithsixUniversityofCalifornia campusesandalso have a TransferAlliance ProgramwithUCLAwhich,althoughnotguaranteeingadmission,providesstudents with a vastly increased acceptance rate.

Foothill’s Workforce trainingprogramsofferstudentsaclearpathwayintolife-long careers.Theseprograms,including RespiratoryTherapy, DiagnosticMedicalSonography, DentalHygiene, DentalAssisting, Radiologic Technology, Veterinary Technology, Pharmacy Technology, OrnamentalHorticulture,andmore have coursesofstudythat last anywherefromninemonths to two years.

This year, we are celebratingourseventh cohortof studentswhowill receive a Bachelor of SciencedegreeinDentalHygiene. We have also been approved to add asecondBachelorofSciencedegreein RespiratoryTherapy. Foothillisoneofonlyseven community colleges to beapproved tooffertwobaccalaureate degreesintheState ofCalifornia.

FoothillCollegeoffers excellent resourcesand supportservices forourstudents. From freetuition to all first-time,full-time collegestudentswiththe Foothill College Promise to counseling,mentalhealth, andbasicneedssupport, we providetheservices you need and we aim to exceedourstudents’ expectations.

Foundedontheprincipalofeducationalopportunity forall, FoothillCollegesprovides qualityeducationwithanequity focus. Innovation, excellence, and empathyarethe very essenceofthe college’sacademicprograms and services andthe collegewill continue to buildonthesestrengthsintothefuture.

Thank you to our community forhonoringuswiththis recognition.

12345ElMonte Rd, LosAltos Hills, CA 94022

(650)949-7777

*Rankedthe #1 community collegein California for2024 by Niche

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Best Neighborhood Bookstore:

BooksInc. booksinc.net

HonorableMention: Kepler’sBooks

Linden TreeChildren’s Books

Best Place for a Wedding: Filoli Historic

House&Garden (650)364-8300 filoli.org

HonorableMention: RosewoodSandHill

Best Private School: NotreDame

HighSchool

Belmont

(650)595-1913

ndhsb.org

HonorableMention:

CrystalSpringsUplandsSchool-Middle School

LivingWisdomSchool

Best Retirement Community: TheForumat

RanchoSan Antonio (650)944-0100 theforum-seniorliving.com

HonorableMention: Atriaat FosterSquare

Best Tutoring & Learning Center: AJ Tutoring ajtutoring.com

HonorableMention: Paths2college EducationalConsulting Shopping Best Bike Shop: Summit Bicycles

(855)BIKE-ONE-(855) 245-3663 summitbicycles.com

HonorableMention: Mike’sBikesof Palo Alto

Best Local Grocery Store: Bianchini’s Market

bianchinismarket.com

HonorableMention: Piazza’s Fine Foods TraderJoe’s

Best Local Winery: ThomasFogarty Winery

(650)851-6777 fogartywinery.com

HonorableMention: Domenico Winery RussianRidgeWinery

Best Nursery (Gardneing) Store: SummerWinds

Nursery summerwindsnursery.com

Best Farmers Market: Mountain ViewFarmers’ Market

(800)806-FARM(3276) cafarmersmkts.com/ mountain-view-farmersmarket

HonorableMention: LaderaGarden & Gifts Wheels

Best Car Wash and/ or Detailing:

Ducky’sCar

Wash

duckysexpress.com

HonorableMention: California Avenue Farmers’Market

HonorableMention: AutoPrideHand Car Wash

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BESTREALESTATECOMPANY:

Intero Real Estate Services,aBerkshire Hathawayaffiliate

Thank you for votingInteroastheBest Real Estate Companyinthe Peninsula!

In2002,amidthedotcombust,Intero Real Estate Serviceslaunchedasastartupbrokeragewithauniquevision.Committed to reflectingtheinnovativespiritofSilicon Valley,we setout to provide exceptionalservice to ourdiverse community, fueled by cutting-edge technologyanda teamoflocal realestate veterans.

In2014 wewere acquired by HomeServicesof America,Inc., a Berkshire Hathawayaffiliate, markingthenextchapterinourjourneywhilestayingtrue to our roots. Despite market challenges, we’ve continued to evolve, enhancing trainingprograms, updatingour technology, and expandingintonewmarkets,allwhilemaintainingourdedication to servingourclients.

With key foundersstillatthehelm,our commitment to progress,innovation, andclient service remainsunwavering.As we navigate an ever-changinglandscape,onething remains constant:ourdedication to excellenceandthe communities we serve.

Peninsula Locations:Menlo Park,SanCarlos, Burlingame,SanBruno,andSan Francisco

Intero Headquarters:10080 N. Wolfe Rd, Suite SW3-100, Cupertino, CA 95014

(408)342-3000 intero.com

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BESTWINDOWCOMPANY

AbleGlassand WindowCompany

AbleGlassand WindowCompanyhasbeenproviding quality products andservices to the San Francisco BayArea for over50 years.Asa family-runbusiness,theypridethemselvesontheir workand customer service,andguarantee completecustomersatisfaction.Theirspecialtiesincludewindow replacement, customscreensand repairs, tubandshowerenclosures, table tops, mirrors, andmore.

AbleGlassunderstandsthatusingquality products, andhavingthe bestand experiencedemployees, meansthat youasthecustomerwillbe gettingthebest valueintheindustry Eric Holder, thesecond generation ownerofAbleGlass,hasbeenactive inthebusinesssince his teenage yearsand values your business.AbleGlassstillhasnumerousclientsthathave beendoingbusiness with themsince their days backwhenthey were locatedinSunnyvale on Evelyn Avenue.

It isnosurprisethatAbleGlasshas wonthe“Best WindowInstaller”and“BestDoorInstaller” awards for15 yearsina row, as wellasbeingintheSan Jose Mercury Newspaper’s“Hallof Fame” category The company’ssuccessisdueinlargepart to theirdedicatedstaff, someofwhom have beenwith the company for over30 years.Asthey celebratetheir55th yearinbusiness,AbleGlassis excited tocontinue providing excellentproducts and services to theSan FranciscoBay Area.

In conclusion,if you’relooking fora reliableand experienced window replacement company, look no furtherthanAbleGlassand WindowCompany Withtheirsuperiorwindowframe systems, commitment to customersatisfaction,and experiencedinstallers, AbleGlassisthe perfectchoice forhomeowners who wantqualityproductsandservicesat a fairprice.

Showroom Hours: Monday thru Friday8am-4pm Callusat (408)496-9960 850Aldo Avenue SantaClara, CA 95054 sales@ableglass.com ableglass.com