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IT’S ALL ABOUT PALO ALTO

New restaurants and stores abound in one of the Bay Area’s most cosmopolitan cities.

INTERVIEWS 50

ISLA FISHER

ANDY RODDICK

The talented comic actress is all charged up about her new movie, Confessions of a Shopaholic.

The living tennis legend is back in San Jose to defend his SAP Open crown. But can he teach us how to serve the ball as fast as he can?

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SPOTLIGHT { local news }

HIT LIST { editors’ picks } LIFESTYLE

STYLE & SHOPPING Feature: Local fashion label Effie’s Heart is a national success. We chat with owner Kimo Frazzitta about the label and her design inspiration.

HEALTH & BEAUTY Feature: Thi Cosmetics empowers and unifies women of all cultures, and makes them look beautiful, too!

HOME & DESIGN Feature: Give pre-owned furniture a new lease of life with reupholstering. 14 DAYS

50 WAYS TO LEAVE YOUR SOFA { top events }

DINING Feature: The table is set, the candles are lit and the menu is primed for Valentines Day at these romantic restaurants.

ARTS Feature: February sees a German transvestite, the renowned Picasso and a fluttering soprano all taking local stages. PLUS: Calendar listings for theatre, dance, classical music, opera, museums and galleries.

FAMILY & COMMUNITY Feature: Make fitness a family affair at these local venues. PLUS: Calendar listings for family activities, events and more. COLUMNS

TECH SPEAK { with Dean Takahashi }

THE FINAL LAST WORD { opinion with Seanbaby } SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTIONS

23 FASHION 47 BARS & CLUBS 49 WINERIES 61 SPORTS & ADVENTURE

NIGHTLIFE & MUSIC Feature: Three words no one ever expected to see in the same sentence: Led Zeppelin ballet. PLUS: Album Reviews, Concert Previews and Headliners.

SV MARKETPLACE: 64 WEDDING PLANNING

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Cycling Through The Amgen Tour of California pedals into town.

hough bicycle racing has been a California phenomenon since back in the late 1800s, the Amgen Tour of California is only in its fourth year. The nine-day race, which starts in Sacramento on Feb. 14 and ends in Escondido on Feb. 22, makes a much anticipated stop in San Jose on Feb. 17.

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Seventeen teams with eight riders each are slated to compete – including champion cycler Lance Armstrong (returning from a brief retirement) and last year’s Tour de France winner, Carlos Sastre – while more than a million spectators are expected to attend. “The race has been around for four years, and in that short time it has grown to be one of the top five professional races across the globe,” says Amgen Tour of California race director Jim Birrell. Although the South Bay has been part of the race since its inception (Stage 3 previously ended in San Jose), this is the first time the stage will begin in San Jose. What this means, says Birrell, is that spectators will get a chance to mingle with the riders before they begin Stage 3. “Racers are usually in better spirits before a race – as opposed to after, when they are tired and just want 6

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to go back to their hotel rooms and rest,” says Birrell. So with many of the cyclists hanging out, tweaking their bikes and full of energy an hour or two before the race, it’s a great opportunity for bike enthusiasts to meet and greet their heroes. After that, the mood shifts considerably, as the racers pedal five miles out of town to the infamous Sierra Road, a menacing uphill battle to an elevation of 1,930 feet. “It’s a climb that separates the men from the boys,” says Birrell. “It’s a three-and-a-half mile climb at 18 percent grade.” “Sierra Road has been a whole lot worse than people thought it would be,” adds Ryan Yee, managing director of Fly V Australia presented by Successful Living, a newcomer pro cycling team whose first race as an organization will be at the Amgen Tour. “It’s a leg breaker. But it’s been a major factor in previous years.” The Fly V Australia cycling team is the result of a merger between the US’s Successful Living team and Australia’s Virgin Blue team, two previously successful teams. Noted team members are previous Amgen Top 10 finisher Ben Day of Australia, eight-time Australia National time trial champion Nathan O’Neil, current Australian Criterium National Champion Bernie Sulzberger, and top US climbers Phil Zajicek and Micheal Grabinger. “We have a really strong roster on paper,” says Yee. “We’re going against some of the best athletes, so we’ll have to be aggressive.” The Amgen Tour of California runs Feb. 14-22. Stage 3 of the race begins in San Jose on Feb. 17. For more information, go to www.amgentourofcalifornia.com.

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How to Be

Cinequest 2009 The great San Jose film festival is upon us.

orget Sundance. Forget Cannes. From Feb. 25 thru Mar. 8, more than 80,000 cinephiles, film critics, diehard movie geeks and novice fans alike will bombard Downtown during Cinequest 19, San Jose’s annual international film festival highlighting new and emerging artists. With 188 films to choose from, and a host of special events, here are some things not to be missed:

MUST SEES:

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All About Dad [Drama]: A VietnameseAmerican father struggles to keep his children on the path he chose for them. How to Be [Comedy]: Robert Pattinson (Twilight) plays a young musician who invites a self-help author to live with him and his parents in hopes of correcting his depressing behavior. The Last Lullaby [Mystery]: Tom Sizemore stars as an ex-hit man who grows despondent with normal life and returns as a hired gun. Based on the short story by Max Allan Collins. The Caller [Film Noir]: Fearing for his life after exposing corruption in his company, an executive for a world energy firm hires a private eye to follow him around. Euforia [Comedy]: An aging, washed-up ’60s celebrity can’t seem to leave his glory days behind. Witch Hunt [Documentary]: Executive producer Sean Penn and directors Dana Nachman 8

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and Don Hardy present this startling tale of a Bakersfield district attorney who wrongly accuses working-class parents of child molestation. Capers [Comedy]: Danny Masterson (That ’70s Show) stars in this caper about three incompetent criminal factions who simultaneously try to pull off a heist on a pawnshop owner.

SPECIAL EVENTS: Feb. 25: Opening Night Screening and Gala The world premiere of Wake, followed by appetizers, desserts, cocktails and entertainment at Billy Berk’s and Mezcal Restaurants in Downtown San Jose, along with filmmakers and special guests. Mar. 4: Maverick Spirit Event: Kevin Pollak The California Theatre hosts an evening honoring the career of actor and comic Kevin Pollak. Mar. 6: Maverick Spirit Event: Diablo Cody The Oscar-winning writer of Juno joins this event moderated by Lew Hunter. Mar. 6: Day of the Writer Featuring screenwriting greats Richard Walter, Lew Hunter, Hal Ackerman and Diablo Cody. Mar. 8: Closing Night Film and Party World premiere of The Nature of Existence (Roger Nygard’s documentary that explores numerous religions and life philosophies), followed by appetizers, desserts, cocktails and entertainment at E & O Trading Co., along with filmmakers and special guests.

For a complete schedule of film screenings and events, and to purchase tickets, go to www.cinequest.org or call (408) 295-FEST.

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SPOTLIGHT NOTEWORTHY (L-R) Sandy Decker, Elke Groves, Yowanda Dreager

Loving Los Gatos

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An artful, heart-filled event that supports the Museums of Los Gatos.

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very Valentines Day finds cynics who moan about the commerciality of it all. But for some, the occasion offers a great opportunity – in this case, the annual Touch My Heart fund-raising dinner staged by the Los Gatos Museums – to give back to the community. Now in its seventh year, this gala event helps the Art Museum of Los Gatos raise funds to continue their support of the thriving local artistic community. The occasion provides artists with a great opportunity to gain recognition for their work, as Touch My Heart committee co-chair (and former San Jose mayor) Sandy Decker explains. “We put this idea together seven years ago, to bring in not only funding – funding is a very important part of this – but it’s the awareness, No. 1, of the artistic talent regionally. [It’s] the ability for us as a public entity, a museum that belongs to the town of Los Gatos, to enhance and encourage people to become involved in what we have to offer, which are some of the greatest painters of the area.” The dinner, which will feature wines from Los Gatos winery Silver Mountain and delicious fare from Pat Smith at Extravaganza Catering, offers patrons of the arts more than an evening of wining and dining. All guests also receive a piece of original artwork to take home. “When you buy your ticket for $120, we give you a

marvelously sparkling night with great food and great wine, and you take home, free, a piece of art done by an award-winning artist,” says Decker. “So this is not an event where you pay and then we ask you to pay more. You pay, but you come and we give you a piece of art as a thank you for supporting us.” This year, 73 local artists are involved, including acclaimed area painters Gordon Smedt, Pat Sherwood, Maralyn Miller and Neal Boor. Each artist creates a small-scale work especially for the gala, and the committee has already collected more than 300 pieces of art. Because organizers want to ensure that each guest takes home their one piece of art, ticket sales are limited, Decker stresses. Whether established art aficionados or neophyte collectors, those lucky enough to get a ticket to this event could just find themselves the owners of a potentially priceless painting or artwork. “When you walk away, you walk away with something you can be very proud of,” notes Decker. “Not only that, but you may just happen to get a piece of art by someone who is going to become the next Picasso.” TW Touch My Heart, Feb. 14, 6-9pm, Art Museum of Los Gatos, 4 Tait Ave., Los Gatos. Tickets $120 in advance from the museum, or call (408) 354-1547. For more information, go to touchmyheart.org.

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n Feb. 4, the House voted to delay the day when US broadcasters will stop sending analog signals over the airwaves and broadcast only in digital. Originally scheduled for Feb. 17, consumers with analog TVs now have until Jun. 12 to deal with the transition. You can read about how you can get an analog-to-digital converter on the official Digital TV Transition website, www.dtv.gov. But with prices falling fast for digital TVs, a lot of us are going to use the opportunity to purchase a new flat-panel TV.

the-air digital TV signals, while the latter is the best TV resolution available, promising sharper screens. Basically, what that means is there are 1,080 lines of video pixels, which are scanned progressively, or one after another, onto the screen. Many sub-$800 TVs have 720p resolution. At more than six feet away on a 40-inch screen, you may not be able to detect any difference between 720p and 1080p. But for games, larger-screen TVs, and Blu-ray movies, 1080p is superior. In past years, people agonized over 720p versus 1080p. But now the 1080p TVs run the gamut from low to high end.

I went shopping for a new TV recently and was astounded at how good the deals were. Demand is sagging now because of the recession. The longer you wait, the stronger the odds that you’ll pay less. Common advice is to swoop in after the Super Bowl and shop for leftover inventory, and the deals are good right now (at this writing, Best Buy offered a Samsung 32-inch LCD TV for only $499).

Most TVs also come with a digital TV tuner and 1080p screen resolution. The former is necessary to make sure you can receive over-

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While buying a TV remains complex, some things about the process are getting easier. Take the debate about LCDs (liquid crystal displays) versus plasma. LCDs now dominate the market for screens 40 inches and under. Plasma displays are still competitive for the largest screens, but LCD TVs are relentlessly making headway. At 120 Hertz, LCDs can now refresh their screens more quickly, allowing them to catch up with the speed of plasma screens. That means LCD TVs are good enough for watching sports programs and other shows with fastmoving images.

When I looked, the big difference in the prices fell into two buckets. Sony was the top brand for 1080p LCD TVs, while Samsung was slightly cheaper. Then there was a whole group of less expensive TVs, but there was also a quality difference. Some TVs at the lowest prices have contrast ratios of 3,000 to 1, while the better TVs often have ratios of 30,000 to 1. That’s a measure of the brightest whites and the darkest blacks in the TV’s color palette. I can’t tell much difference between the TVs with the lesser or better contrast ratios, especially in a bright showroom. When you head home, be sure to have some money left. You’ll want to make sure you get a high-definition signal going into your HDTV. For satellite viewers, that means paying $100 for a new set-top box and another $100 for installation costs and other fees. It also means paying $10 a month more for 1080p satellite HD service. Cable upgrade costs are similar, and if you’re relying on airwaves, you will need to make sure you have a good antenna and reasonable reception in your area. Lastly, if you’re going to mount a flat-panel TV on your wall, pay attention to installation costs. TW THEWAVEMAG.COM FEBRUARY 9-22, 2009

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Widely recognized as one of the most important international musicians today, Israeli folk singer David Broza made an initial splash in the American pop scene with the critically acclaimed album Away From Home. His work as a peace activist in the Middle East has garnered him further respect and acclaim, and his experiences living for more than a decade in both the US and Spain have infused his songs with an incomparable trilingual fluency. He will be performing at the Flint Center in Cupertino on Feb. 22. $25-$50

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SANYO Xacti VPCHD1010 Fry’s Electronics, 550 E. Brokaw Rd., San Jose (408) 487-1000 www.frys.com Despite the recent decision by Congress to delay the switch from analog to digital broadcasting, the writing is still on the wall: Your old analog TV will become an obsolete and comically oversized paperweight unless you do something now. What does this have to do with the Xacti by SANYO? Well, if you’re going to get a new HDTV, you might as well toss out your old camcorder, too, and get something compatible with TV’s shift to digital. Certainly, with its pistolgrip body, high-speed filming capabilities and high-resolution photo output, the Xacti will give even the pickiest audiovisual buffs full bang for their buck. What’s more impressive, SANYO has released a waterproof version of the Xacti (capable of sustained operation for approximately five feet underwater) that’s just begging to be brought along on that snorkeling vacation in Hawaii. $650

Barnes and Noble Booksellers, 3600 Stevens Creek Blvd., San Jose (408) 984-2495; 1875 S. Bascom Ave., Ste. 240, Campbell (408) 559-8101 www.barnesandnoble.com As the author of American Gods and the award-winning Sandman series of graphic novels, not to mention the book on which the new movie Coraline is based, Neil Gaiman has already made his mark as one of the biggest names in modern literature. His latest offering, The Graveyard Book, is a successful re-entrance into the field of youth literature, having won the prestigious John Newbery Medal for Youth Literature, and is also slated to become a movie directed by Neil Jordan. The book, inspired by Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book and many other sources, tells of the growing up of a young boy, orphaned by murder, and the surrogate parents he finds in a haunted graveyard. It’s a good read, one that might come in handy for those who are slow on the digital switch. $18 TW

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ith its leafy streets, rolling hills and the expansive campus of prestigious Stanford University, Palo Alto has long been a desirable location. But it was the technological innovation that took place in its midst that truly put the city on the map. First, Stanford classmates Bill Hewlett and Dave Packard founded their pioneering company back in 1939 in a Palo Alto garage now known as the birthplace of Silicon Valley. Decades later, another pair of brilliant Stanford students, Sergey Brin and Lawrence Page, founded the now global giant that is Google. In fact, during the hardware and software boom of the ’80s and the internet explosion of the early ’90s, Stanford produced many of today’s hightech players (including Yahoo!, Hotmail, Cisco Systems and Sun Microsystems), while

Palo Alto itself is also the home of social networking giant Facebook. This technological innovation not only brought cash and cachet to the city, but saw the price of homes in the area jump to a median price of more than $1 million. Over the years, Palo Alto has grown into a community that is home to people from all over the world. Indeed, it’s the mix of technology, academia, affluence and arts that gives this highly cosmopolitan city its effortless sophistication. Palo Alto’s incredible array of world-class dining, shopping, entertainment and cultural offerings is too immense to catalogue here... but that doesn’t stop us from trying. Here are our picks of some of the more unique and much-loved institutions that make this city so special.

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SHOPPING

Design Within Reach

s the City of Palo Alto’s website states, “In a place where the median household income is more than twice the national figure, you’d expect some great shopping.” For fashionistas, there are the luxury chains and high-end department stores at Stanford Shopping Center, as well as plenty of designer boutiques along University Avenue. But downtown Palo Alto isn’t just about style. It has everything from an Apple Store to hair and beauty salons, bookstores, jewelers, art galleries, unique gift stores and more. And lest we forget, Palo Alto’s revamped Town & Country Village, on the corner of Embarcadero and El Camino, has plenty to offer for foodies and shoppers alike.

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MODERNBOOK 494 University Ave., Palo Alto (650) 327-6325 www.modernbook.com

This gallery slash store offers exhibitions of stunning contemporary photography, as well as a well-curated selection of art, design, architecture and photography books, plus regular events and openings.

hough often described as “bustling,” the atmosphere of downtown Palo Alto has none of the frenzied urgency one usually sees when shopping at malls. Instead, people saunter casually from boutiques to furniture stores, from bookshops to cafés. And for those feeling the pinch of the current economy, there’s no better place to window shop.

APPLE STORE 451 University Ave., Palo Alto (650) 617-9000 www.apple.com

This is Steve Jobs’ local store, so it’s where he showed up in June 2007 for the inaugural iPhone launch. The turquoise- or orange-T-shirt-wearing staffers are approachable, helpful and incredibly knowledgeable.

CIELO 477 University Ave., Palo Alto (650) 329-8833

FIVE TEN GIFTS 510 Waverly St., Palo Alto (650) 322-4510 Owner Whitney Denson has an innate ability to ﬁnd items that are at once eclectic and practical, and most often vibrantly colored. Find neoprene laptop cases, clocks, toasters, unique jewelry, solar-powered backpacks, stationery and much more.

This downtown newcomer, a luxury home accessories store, ﬁts right in with Palo Alto’s sophisticated shopping scene. Find ﬁne linens from Italy, scented candles, French milled soaps, Murano glass and many more great gift items.

ZOMBIE RUNNER 429 S. California Ave., Palo Alto

This urban oasis of health, beauty and well-being offers a range of services in a tranquil, tropical environment, including deluxe manicures and pedicures, facials, body treatments, hair salon services and more. It may not actually whisk patrons away to the beaches of Thailand, but the spa’s orchid and bamboo mani/pedi will have clients feeling almost as relaxed.

Evelyn, Kiehl’s Since 1851, L’Occitane, Sephora HOME: Crate & Barrel, Frette, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Scandia Down, Smith & Hawken, Williams-Sonoma Home

(650) 325-2048 www.zombierunner.com

et back to nature and enjoy some retail therapy in the beautiful surrounds of this outdoor center. It is equally admired for its extravagant f lowerbeds and selection of luxury boutiques and specialty stores. CHILDREN’S FASHION: Burberry Children, BabyGap / GapKids, Gymboree, Howard’s Shoes For Children, Janie and Jack, Oilily, This Little Piggy Wears Cotton

LETTER PERFECT 384 University Ave., Palo Alto

DEPARTMENT STORES: Bloomingdale’s, Macy’s and Macy’s Men’s, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom

Need a Molsekine notebook to bring out your inner Hemingway? Find that and more at this home of all things paper: recycled and handmade greeting cards, elegant invitations, notebooks, calendars, journals, diaries, gift wrap, plus many other gift items.

ELECTRONICS: Apple, Bang & Olufsen, Bose, Brookstone, Oregon Scientiﬁc, Sony Style HEALTH AND BEAUTY: Bare Escentuals, La Belle Day Spa, The Body Shop, Crabtree &

(650) 321-3700 www.letterperfect.com

SIMPLY BE SALON & SPA 528 University Ave., Palo Alto (650) 323-1009 www.simplybesalon.com

VIEW FROM THE TERRACE 440 Kipling St., Palo Alto (650) 323-9200 www.viewfromtheterrace.com

El Camino Real, Palo Alto (650) 617-8200 www.stanfordshop.com

www.fivetengifts.com

This well-known center for hair care and styling is an Aveda lifestyle salon – which means that in addition to getting the ideal hair style from Juut’s expert coloring and styling staff, visitors can stock up on their favorite Aveda items, not to mention sip the company’s tea for a soothing salon experience.

Also a recent addition to the downtown streetscape, this makeup salon offers expert tips, makeup and hair consultations, lessons and cosmetic products from sought-after Bay Area makeup artist Taylor Pham [for more, see our feature on Thi Cosmetics, page 24].

STANFORD SHOPPING CENTER

Modern design addicts ﬂock to this store to ogle chairs, tables, lamps and more from mid-century modern design luminaries (including Arne Jacobsen and Eero Saarinen), plus furniture, rugs and lighting designs from contemporary up-and-comers.

www.juut.com

The choice of transportation for most students at nearby Stanford is the humble bike. Find high-tech and retro versions alike at this popular store, including cycles from Kona, Trek, Ritchey, Surly and Ellsworth.

The go-to store for women who live on the cutting edge of fashion, Cielo offers high-end items straight from the runways of Paris. Featured are collections from designers such as Yohji Yamamoto, Dries Van Noten, Ann Valerie Hash and more. Next-door at sister store Blu, ﬁnd an equally dizzying range of designer labels, including Soﬁe D’Hoore and Yohji Yamamoto’s latest label, Coming Soon.

(650) 328-2700 www.dwr.com

JUUT 240 University Ave., Palo Alto (650) 328-4067

THI MAKEUP STUDIO 522 Bryant St., Palo Alto (650) 327-8880 www.thicosmetics.com

(650) 327-9636 www.paloaltobicycles.com

Specializes in attire and gear for those who love to run, including ultrarunners, marathoners, trail runners, adventure racers, hikers and pretty much anyone who adores the outdoors.

DESIGN WITHIN REACH 447 University Ave., Palo Alto

This recently opened salon is dedicated to perfecting that modern grooming essential, the manicure and pedicure. Find top-of-the-line nail baths, pristine conditions, a beautiful waiting area and hard-toﬁnd skincare brands such as Linden Leaves.

PALO ALTO BICYCLES 95 University Ave., Palo Alto

BLU 475 University Ave., Palo Alto (650) 322-2510

www.cielo-boutique.com

LAVEDA – A LIFESTYLE NAIL SPA 540 Emerson St., Palo Alto (650) 838-9587 www.lavedanailspa.com

JEWELRY: Cartier, Gleim the Jeweler, Shreve & Co., Swatch, Tiffany & Co., TOUS MEN’S & WOMEN’S FASHION & ACCESSORIES: A|X Armani Exchange, Abercrombie & Fitch, Ann Taylor, Aldo Shoes, Arthur Beren Shoes, Banana Republic, BCBGMAXAZRIA, Betsey Johnson, Coach, Eileen Fisher, Express, Free People, Gap, J. Crew, Kate Spade, Lacoste, Louis Vuitton, Lucy, Max Mara, MAX&Co., Mercer, Michael Kors, Nike, Nine West, Polo By Ralph Lauren Rugby, TSE, Victoria’s Secret, White House / Black Market, Wilkes Bashford SPECIALTY: Bowlicious Pet Boutique, Edwards Luggage, Giants Dugout, Going in Style, Hideo Wakamatsu, Papyrus, The Stanford Shop, Sunglass Hut SPECIALTY FOOD: Godiva Chocolatier, Gourmet Franks, Häagen-Dazs, Schaub’s Meat, Fish, & Poultry, See’s Candies, Sigona’s Farmers Market, Sprinkles Cupcakes, Starbucks, Teavana, Teuscher Chocolates of Switzerland

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NEW BUSINESSES Even in the face of today’s economy, Palo Alto continues to thrive. Here are just a few of the many new businesses that have opened over the past year.

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TOWN & COUNTRY VILLAGE 855 El Camino Real, corner Embarcadero Rd., Palo Alto (650) 325-3266 www.tandcvillage.com

hoppers have always been charmed by this modest center, but until recently many tended to pass it by in favor of Palo Alto’s more polished destinations. Not anymore. After being purchased by Ellis Partners in 2004, Town & Country Village has been undergoing a transformation from overlooked to not-to-be missed. The new owners have a philosophy quite different to that of nearby Stanford Center, preferring small, authentic tenants to big name brands. “Our aim at Town and Country is to provide shoppers with a mix of options that meet their everyday needs and specialty stores with the innovative and unique products that make this such an exciting place for the community to shop,” says Jim Ellis, managing principal of Ellis Partners. Books Inc., the archetypal neighborhood bookstore, moved in just over a year ago, and has since been joined by many other distinctive retailers, including stores that until recently were only found in some of San Francisco’s most exclusive shopping districts. These include Kara’s Cupcakes, Ambassador Toys, Mom’s the Word Maternity and upscale boutique Y & I. Just a few of the businesses coming soon to the center are: Astor Gift & Home gift store, Snip-its hair salon for kids, women’s golfing boutique From Tee to Green and upscale children’s boutique Nanoo. On the

food front, Charlie Ayers’ recently opened Calafia will soon be joined at the village by Mayfield Bakery & Café (opening Feb. 9), Lulu’s Mexican bistro and Howie’s Artisan Pizza.

BOOKS INC. 855 El Camino Real, Ste. 74, Palo Alto (650) 321-0600 www.booksinc.net With its winning staff recommendations, wide selection of literature and nonﬁction, and inimitably local bookshop feel, Books Inc. has settled comfortably into its new Village home since relocating from Stanford Shopping Center.

DAY ONE 855 El Camino Real, Ste. 127, Palo Alto (650) 322-3291 www.dayonecenter.com This center for new and expecting parents offers not only expert advice for those navigating the treacherous new terrain of parenthood, but holds classes in useful topics such as baby sign language, developmental play, ﬁnding quality childcare and much more. It also offers a wide range of products, toys, books and other parenting essentials.

HONEYS AND HEROES 855 El Camino Real, Ste. 120, Palo Alto (650) 326-1899 www.honeysandheroes.com

The ultimate in tween fashion, this store also houses stylish attire for kids and infants, and will have well-meaning aunts and moms alike asking,“Does that T-shirt come in my size?”

KARA’S CUPCAKES 855 El Camino Real, Ste. 50, Palo Alto (650) 326-2253 www.karascupcakes.com The aromas of vanilla and cinnamon make it almost impossible to leave without sampling one of Kara’s tantalizing cupcakes. Our favorite? The Fleur de Sel chocolate cupcake ﬁlled with caramel and topped with chocolate ganache frosting and a sprinkling of the famed French sea salt.

MOM’S THE WORD MATERNITY 855 El Camino Real,

Ambassador Toys, Town & Country Village, 855 El Camino Real, Ste. 33, Palo Alto (650) 324-8697 www.ambassadortoys.com Amrithika, 246 Hamilton Ave., Palo Alto (650) 462-1980 www.amrithika.com Bistro d’Asie, 445 Emerson St., Palo Alto (650) 325-4400 www.bistrodasie.com Café Epi, 405 University Ave., Palo Alto (650) 328-4888 www.cafeepi.com Calafia Café, Town & Country Village, 855 El Camino Real, Ste. 130, Palo Alto (650) 322-9200 calafiapaloalto.com Coconuts Caribbean Restaurant & Bar, 642 Ramona St., Palo Alto (650) 329-9533 www.coconutspaloalto.com Culture Organic Frozen Yogurt, 340 S. California Ave., Palo Alto (650) 3240440 www.culturefrozenyogurt.com Honeys and Heroes, 855 El Camino Real, Ste. 120, Palo Alto (650) 3261899 www.honeysandheroes.com Joya Restaurant & Lounge, 339 University Ave., Palo Alto (650) 853-9800 www.joyarestaurant.com Kara’s Cupcakes, Town & Country Village, 855 El Camino Real, Ste. 50, Palo Alto (650) 326-2253 www. karascupcakes.com Laveda – A Lifestyle Nail Spa, 540 Emerson St., Palo Alto (650) 838-9587 www.Lavedanailspa.com Mayfield Bakery & Café, Town & Country Village, 855 El Camino Real, Palo Alto (650) 853-9201 (bakery); (650) 8539200 (café) www.mayfieldbakery.com Melt Ultra Lounge, 544 Emerson St., Palo Alto (650) 325-6358 www.meltpaloalto.com Michael Kors, 660 Stanford Shopping Ctr., Palo Alto (650) 853-9300 www.michaelkors.com Mom’s the Word Maternity, Town & Country Village, 855 El Camino Real, Ste. 98, Palo Alto (650) 328-1333

THE VILLAGE CHEESE HOUSE 855 El Camio Real, Ste. 157, Palo Alto (650) 326-9251 www.thevch.com

A Palo Alto institution since 1959, the Village Cheese House recently opened a new chapter when longtime owner Richard Staehnke passed the baton to husband and wife team Noah and Sarah Hiken. Staehnke was kind enough to pass on his sandwich-making secrets to the new owners, so regulars can be assured that the store’s renowned creations will remain the same. The menu also now includes some modern new additions, in keeping with the store’s extensive renovations, while the shop’s collection of hard-to-ﬁnd cheeses has also been expanded.

Ste. 98, Palo Alto (650) 328-1333 www.momsthewordmaternity.com

Finally, a maternity boutique that’s all about style. This store features a wide selection of designer denim (including maternity jeans from Citizens of Humanity), business attire and evening wear for moms-to-be.

www.momsthewordmaternity.com Pampas, 529 Alma St., Palo Alto (650) 327-1323 www.pampaspaloalto.com Premier Plastic Surgery, 1795 El Camino Real, Ste. 200, Palo Alto (650) 321-7100 www.premierplasticsurgery.com R&B Seafood Restaurant, 2209 El Camino Real, Palo Alto (650) 327-2888 Red Mango, 429 University Ave., Palo Alto (650) 324-1811 www.redmangousa.com Reposado Restaurant, 236 Hamilton Ave., Palo Alto (650) 833-3151 reposadorestaurant.com Rice Thai Cuisine, 3924 El Camino Real, Palo Alto (650) 812-0139 Simply Be Salon & Spa, 528 University, Palo Alto (650) 323-1009 www.simplybesalon.com Sprinkles Cupcakes, 393 Stanford Shopping Center, Palo Alto (650) 3239300 www.sprinklescupcakes.com Sprout Café, 158 University Ave., Palo Alto (650) 323-7688 www.cafesprout.com Sur La Table, Town & Country Village, 855 El Camino Real, Ste. 57, Palo Alto (650) 289-0019 www.surlatable.com Thi Makeup Studio, 522 Bryant St., Palo Alto (650) 327-8880 www.thicosmetics.com Tootsies, Stanford Barn, 700 Welch Rd., Ste. 150, Palo Alto (650) 566-8445 View From the Terrace, 440 Kipling St., Palo Alto (650) 323-9200 www.viewfromtheterrace.com The Wine Room, 520 Ramona St., Palo Alto (650) 462-1968 www.thepawineroom.com Y & I Clothing Boutique, Town & Country Village, 855 El Camino Real, Palo Alto (650) 566-0775 Zombie Runner, 429 S. California Ave., Palo Alto (650) 325-2048 www.zombierunner.com

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Starting with one of this chic café’s fresh, healthy sandwiches can justify indulgence in the many colorful, fresh-baked delicacies that sit temptingly in the nearby pastry case.

CALAFIA CAFÉ Town & Country Village, 855 El Camino Real, Ste. 130, Palo Alto (650) 322-9200 calafiapaloalto.com

Opened on Inauguration Day by Google superstar chef Charlie Ayers, Calaﬁa is an instant hit with its fast presentation of slow food, all made using fresh, local, natural ingredients. Don’t miss out on the lamb meatballs or the duck dumplings (and ask for a side of Ayers’ legendary Google hot sauce if you dare!). Adjoining the café, Calaﬁa’s Market a-Go-Go (opening Feb. 16) will feature an organic salad bar and offer prepared fare for those on the go, including sushi, wraps, salads, sandwiches and drinks.

French cuisine with a subtle Indian accent. Think dishes such as paneer ravioli made using puff pastry with a spinach, cumin, tomato and cauliﬂower Bhurjee ﬁlling, and served with a roasted celeriac sauce and cilantro basil pesto.

MAYFIELD BAKERY & CAFÉ

Town & Country Village, 855 El Camino Real, Palo Alto (650) 853-9201 (bakery); (650) 8539200 (café) www.mayfieldbakery.com Opening this week, the new bakery and café venture from the owners of Woodside’s The Village Pub looks set to please discerning Palo Alto diners with its menu of wood-ﬁred American cuisine (think dishes such as wood-oven-baked mussels with smoky tomato vinaigrette and grilled bread). The café’s adjoining bakery will produce eight to 10 kinds of slow-proofed breads daily, including baguettes, boules and country loaves, and will also offer pastries and desserts, savory sandwiches, homemade candies and more.

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PAMPAS 529 Alma St., Palo Alto (650) 3271323 www.pampaspaloalto.com

It’s all about customization at this upscale burger joint, where the many thousands of options allow patrons to create their own unique burger. In addition to the multitudes of possibilities, the sides are not to be missed (including the sweet potato chips and the fried dill pickle chips).

Taking the Brazilian dining experience of churasso to new heights, Pampas offers an unforgettable experience. The menu’s “rodizio” service offers diners more than a dozen different slow-roasted meats in unlimited quantities, and an endless selection of salads, vegetables and other tasty accompaniments at the elegant side bar. Be sure to take time to enjoy an artisan cocktail in the restaurant’s elegant lounge.

JOYA RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

QUATTRO RESTAURANT & BAR

369 California Ave., Palo Alto (650) 321-3900 www.thecounterburger.com

339 University Ave., Palo Alto (650) 853-9800 www.joyarestaurant.com

A recent addition to University Avenue, this stylish restaurant and lounge offers contemporary Latin cuisine. While many may be seduced by the luxurious interiors, dishes such as the steamed black mussels with chorizo, white wine, sweet onion, lime and cilantro will see them return for the food, as well as the décor.

MANTRA PALO ALTO 632 Emerson St., Palo Alto (650) 322-3500 www.mantrapaloalto.com

Worlds away from your standard neighborhood Indian joint, this ﬁne dining restaurant presents California-

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person could dine out every night for a month in Palo Alto and still barely scratch the surface of its world-class dining scene. From the crisp white tablecloths of contemporary Italian eateries to modern Latin flavors, innovative continental cuisine or a casual baguette and café au lait, there’s a meal for every mood, occasion and craving.

CAFÉ EPI 405 University Ave., Palo Alto (650) 328-4888 www.cafeepi.com

Quattro Restaurant & Bar

Sundance the Steakhouse

Four Seasons Silicon Valley, 2050 University Ave., East Palo Alto (650) 566-1200 www.fourseasons.com/siliconvalley

The place to go for people looking for some of the best contemporary dining in the city. Chef Alessandro Cartumini offers up a luxuriously modern take on Northern Italian cuisine. His silky pastas are made fresh inhouse, and are so exquisite that diners would be forgiven for ordering a second helping.

REPOSADO RESTAURANT 236 Hamilton Ave., Palo Alto (650) 833-3151 reposadorestaurant.com A newcomer to downtown, this contemporary

restaurant offers Mexican food in a ﬁne dining atmosphere. Menu highlights include the prawn ceviche with lime and cucumber juice, Serrano chili, avocado, and grilled pineapple.

SHOKOLAAT 516 University Ave., Palo Alto (650) 289-0719 www.shokolaat.com The front of house features cases brimming with beautiful, handmade chocolates and pastries. But also housed here is a ﬁne dining restaurant that serves succulent dishes such as seared foie gras with rose and blood orange scented pears, blood orange caviar and toasted brioche.

SUNDANCE THE STEAKHOUSE 1921 El Camino Real, Palo Alto (650) 321-6798 sundancethesteakhouse.com

This legendary restaurant has been around for almost four decades, and has won fame for its old world interiors and convivial wait staff. But it’s the renowned slow-roasted prime rib that keeps tables ﬁlled. Enjoy a classic martini by the ﬁreplace in their charming lounge before dinner and work up an appetite.

THAIPHOON 543 Emerson St., Palo Alto

(650) 323-7700 www.thaiphoonrestaurant.com The beautifully balanced ﬂavors of Thai cuisine and a casually elegant interior with sun-drenched windows make this a popular spot for the weekly lunch crowd – especially during the warmer months, where the tropical outdoor seating area featuring a Buddha water fountain adds a distinctly Thai touch.

TOOTSIES Stanford Barn, 700 Welch Rd., Ste. 150, Palo Alto (650) 566-8445 Having opened in the picturesque Stanford Barn complex in January, this vibrant café adds a much needed lift to the center with its vivid red walls, displays of original artworks and tasty lunchtime fare. Try a panini sandwich served with salad and housemade potato chips, or the already famous Tootsie burger, with veal and pork, caramelized onions and mozzarella. Plenty of outdoor seating means this place is sure to be a summertime hit.

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NIGHTLIFE & WINE Melt Ultra Lounge

ARTS, CULTURE & EVENTS

owntown Palo Alto comes alive on the first Friday of the month with its Art Walk program (www.paloaltoartwalk.com), which takes place rain or shine from 6-9pm. The entertaining and educational walk allows participants to be introduced to the work of local artists, and sometimes the artist themselves.

Over at Stanford, the Cantor Arts Center offers an enviable permanent collection that includes the largest number of Rodin sculptures this side of Paris, plus a constant stream of world-class touring exhibitions. Stanford is also the home of the Lively Arts program (livelyarts.stanford.org), which presents a diverse assortment of innovative theatre, dance and musical performances. Around graduation time in May, proud parents and families of Stanford grads come to town, filling the restaurants and bringing a palpable excitement to the air. Palo Alto’s streets are also buzzing in the summer months, particularly in August, when the annual Arts & Wine Fair sees the main thoroughfares closed to cars and opened to multitudes of artists, wineries and food vendors selling their wares. There are also many gala events in this well-to-do town, including the Black & White ball (www.thepaloaltoblackandwhiteball.org), which for many is the social event of the year.

GALLERIES AICON GALLERY 535 Bryant St., Palo Alto (650) 321-4900 www.aicongallery.com

BRYANT STREET GALLERY 532 Bryant St., Palo Alto (650) 321-8155 www.bryantstreet.com

PACIFIC ART LEAGUE

668 Ramona St., Palo Alto (650) 321-3891 www.pacificartleague.org

PALO ALTO ART CENTER

1313 Newell Rd., Palo Alto(650) 321-3891 www.paacf.org

TERCERA GALLERY

534 Ramona St., Palo Alto (650) 322-5324 www.terceragallery.com

CANTOR CENTER FOR THE ARTS 328 Lomita Dr., Palo Alto (650)

THEATRES

GALLERY HOUSE 320 California

CUBBERLEY COMMUNITY THEATRE 4000 Middlefield Rd.,

723-4177 museum.Stanford.edu Ave., Palo Alto (650) 326-1668 www.galleryhouse2.com

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Palo Alto (650) 988-8789 www.pytnet.org

DINKELSPIEL AUDITORIUM 471 Lagunita Dr., Stanford (650) 725-2787 livelyarts.stanford.edu

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FROST AMPHITHEATER Corner of Galvez St. and Campus Dr., Stanford

DARU LOUNGE 632 Emerson St., Palo Alto (650) 322-3500 www.mantrapaloalto.com

The sleek lounge adjoining Mantra restaurant offers a cool atmosphere in which to imbibe classic colonial cocktails. We like the Vesper (which commemorates James Bond’s love for Vesper Lynd), a concoction of Boodles London dry gin, Stolichnaya vodka, Lillet blonde and a lemon twist.

JUNGLE DIGITAL 542 High St., Palo Alto (650) 326-7622 www.jungledigital.com By day, Jungle is a digital imaging and printing center where customers can enjoy a cup of java and admire local art while waiting for their glossy new brochures or business cards. But by night, the music-loving owners roll out their equipment on its castors to create a stage for performances by edgy local bands. Check online for upcoming shows.

MELT ULTRA LOUNGE 544 Emerson St., Palo Alto (650) 325-6358 www.meltpaloalto.com Since opening in November 2008, Melt has quickly become the go-to place for young professional types wanting a stylish place to sit, sip and snack. To accompany cocktails or your drink of choice, try the chef’s innovative bites, such as spicy tempura rock shrimp tacos with green onion relish.

THE OLD PRO 541 Ramona St., Palo Alto (650) 326-1446 www.oldpropa.com

555 Nathan Abott Way, Stanford

No story about Palo Alto would be complete without mentioning this well-known drinking hole. A sports bar overﬂowing with character, the Pro offers eats that are more sophisticated than average, such as seared ahi tuna served with an Asian salad. They even have TVs in the bathrooms, so you’ll never miss a second of the game.

LUCIE STERN THEATRE

VINO LOCALE 431 Kipling St., Palo Alto

KRESGE AUDITORIUM 1305 Middlefield Rd., Palo Alto (650) 329-0891 www.paplayers.org

MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM

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(650) 328-0450 www.vinolocale.com

Forget Napa, and sample the local region’s rich wine culture without leaving Palo Alto. This European style wine bar features only wines produced in the Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, San Benito, and Alameda counties, and pairs them with delectable gourmet fare.

THE WINE ROOM 520 Ramona St., Palo Alto (650) 462-1968 www.thepawineroom.com Cozy without being cluttered, and wine-savvy without pretension, this charming spot offers a great selection of wines by the glass, not to mention a well-priced selection of wine-friendly foods such as cheeses, charcuterie and even desserts. We are currently partial to the Martín Códax albariño, paired with a cheese plate.

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Works of Heart This local designer has hit the big time with her heartfelt fashion label. BY JENN KATZ

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imo Frazzitta, owner and designer of Effie’s Heart, wows wardrobes with her easy-to-wear vintage designs that are not only chic, but refreshingly affordable. Selling her brand to 300 boutiques nationwide is no small feat, which makes us even more proud to embrace Frazzitta as a South Bay success story. At first glance, Effie’s Heart garments are reminiscent of the 1920s and ’30s. But the line is actually a product of comfortable, contemporary fabrics, and features versatile designs to suit the modern woman. “Usually there is an element of the romantic past in my garments,” Frazzitta notes, “but the design is typically cutting-edge and fashion-forward. My clothing looks professional and cute, but you still feel like you’re in your pajamas.” Inspired by stories of her late Aunt Effie, Frazzita named her line Effie’s Heart because she wants her clothing to emulate what her aunt represented to her family and friends:

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“Good times, good fun, living life to its fullest, and encouragement.” TW For a full interview with Effie’s Heart owner/designer Kimo Frazzitta, go to www.thewavemag.com. EFFIE’S HEART LOCAL RETAILERS: IBISS Boutique, 1231 Franklin Mall, Santa Clara (408) 261-2050 www.ibiboutique.com Nalej, 524 Bryant St., Palo Alto (650) 326-2298; 2255 The Alameda, Santa Clara (408) 261-2294 www.nalej.com Pink Stripes, 355 Santana Row, Ste. 1040, San Jose (408) 247-8748 www.pinkstripessf.com The Posh Moon, 519 Main St., Half Moon Bay (650) 726-3821 Or go to www.effiesheart.com 01 Silvana top, $34 02 Bicycle capris, $38 03 Sweetheart dress, $86 04 Crochet Bloom bags, $38 05 Crochet Folk boleros, $59

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Alta 1342 Lincoln Ave., San Jose (408) 288-5940; 701 Laurel St., San Carlos (650) 596-9599; 779 Santa Cruz Ave., Menlo Park (650) 326-7390; 130 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos (408) 354-0069 Alta has been carrying original contemporary clothing and accessories for the past 25 years. Visit any of their four locations and experience the excitement.

Bella James 1165 Lincoln Ave., San Jose (408) 292-0000 350 E. Campbell Ave., Campbell (408) 866-9000 www.bellajames.com Located in the Garden Theatre in Willow Glen and now in downtown Campbell, Bella James features inspiring and affordable contemporary women’s clothing and accessories, including Michael Stars, Joe’s Jeans, Havaianas, Free People, Hudson, Citizens and more.

IBI Boutique 1231 Franklin Mall, Santa Clara (408) 261-2050 www.ibiboutique.com IBI Boutique is the modern woman’s dream closet! With a large selection of women’s clothing, accessories, footwear, jewelry and handbags. Located right in Franklin Square across from the Santa Clara Post Office.

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Signature Lifestyle 519 E. Campbell Ave., Campbell (408) 370-3433 www.myspace.com/signaturelifestyle Juniors and women’s casual and dressy style clothing, with an array of accessories to complete any outfit from head to toe. We are located in the Lloyd Square shopping center betweeb the Prune Yard and Downtown Campbell. Come in and get your Signature Style!! LINGERIE

Dutchess Intimates Boutique 346 E. Campbell Ave., Campbell (408) 866-8006 www.dutchessboutique.com Dutchess is a new boutique specializing in beautiful intimate apparel. We offer lingerie, hosiery, corsets, bras and more, all at reasonable prices. We carry Betsey Johnson, Felina, and Save the Ta-Ta’s apparel. Complimentary gift wrap available. Private party hosting available.

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MAKEUP LIKE A PRO

A big part of the Thi Cosmetics mission is to teach professional makeup techniques to everyday women, to give them confidence and to help them get out of a makeup rut. Here are a few of their upcoming workshops:

(L-R) Taylor Pham and Mimi Tran Rickett

The Beauty of Diversity Thi Cosmetics is a makeup line that celebrates the unique beauty of every woman. BY JO ABBIE

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ne of the most inspiring success stories in the beauty industry is taking place right here in Silicon Valley. After launching Thi Cosmetics (a brand originally designed to cater to the specific beauty needs of Asian women) in 2006, makeup artist Taylor Pham and her business partner, Mimi Tran Rickett, quickly realized that their products appealed to women of all races, colors and nationalities. Now with a successful online business and a ton of national editorial under their belts, the two co-founders recently opened Tai Makeup Studio in downtown Palo Alto. Located in a charming storefront just off University Avenue, the new studio features several makeup stations, where Pham or one of Thi’s other makeup artists can perform makeovers, do special event hair and makeup, and help women familiarize themselves with the products and learn professional makeup techniques. Pham’s frustration with the lack of products suitable for use on Asian skin tones and eyes came to the fore when she began doing bridal makeup. “As she worked with Asian brides, she realized that there is a difference in the type of tools and products that really need to be used to cater to Asian women,” recalls Tran Rickett, Pham’s friend since high school. “In the market, there really wasn’t anything out there for Asian women, so one of her goals was to create her own Asian line. That was her idea

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at first [for creating the Thi line], but then as she started developing it, she realized that there’s a need for makeup for all women – Caucasian or Hispanic or Indian, they all have different color tones. Once it was developed and we had a lot of people using it, we realized all different backgrounds can benefit from it.” The Thi line is very refined, with each product available in only a few key shades. While additional products are in development, Tran Rickett explains that they plan to keep the line streamlined and classic: “We all know that there are only basic colors that people usually use – all the other arrays of colors, it just gets you confused.” Currently the range includes cream and powder eye shadow, blush, lip gloss, red lipstick and the line’s two most talked about products: a silky smooth foundation with white tea extract, and Pham’s sought-after individual false lashes. Thi Lush Lashes have quickly become a favorite among celebrity makeup artists for their natural, full effect, and have been used in many magazine fashion spreads. Each set comes with four different lengths of individual lashes, which means they can be easily customized for looks from ultra glam to subtle and natural. While beloved by professional artists, Pham had “real” women in mind when designing her revolutionary lash kit. “I realized how the lashes on the market didn’t really work for the everyday woman who wants to get married or just go out in the evening,” she explains. “If you’re walking on the runway or getting photographed, [false lashes] can look really subtle – but for women who don’t wear lashes on a daily basis as part of their makeup, the lashes on the market are too overwhelming, too drag queen. I wanted lashes that looked really natural, but would create a nice full, thick look. So I came up with the whole concept of layering the lashes.”

POLISHED MAKEUP 101: February 22 This workshop will teach participants how to apply makeup like a professional, and how to use the tools of the trade correctly, resulting in beautifully made-up eyes and fresh, glowing skin.

SPRING FEVER MAKEUP EXTRAVAGANZA: March 21-22 This special event will see Thi’s makeup artists teach women how to get their makeup regime ready for spring by choosing the right colors, lightening their look and creating a radiant spring glow.

SUNDAY MAKEUP WORKSHOPS: By appointment Groups of four girlfriends can spend two hours learning how easy it is to become their own personal makeup artist.

In addition to being so customizable, Thi lashes have gained praise for the invisible band that allows them to adhere to the user’s natural lashes. “All of the other lashes on the market come with a knot, so you have to put thick, heavy eyeliner over to cover it,” Pham continues. “With these lashes, you don’t even have to wear eyeliner or eye makeup.” Thi’s attention to the needs of “real” women has been a big part of the company’s success. One of their motivations behind opening the studio was to get closer to their customers, and to help women build their confidence by learning the art of makeup application. “We realized there’s a lot of demand out there for women who just want to learn,” notes Tran Rickett. “We completely support that, we think it’s a great idea and we love to empower women to take control of their own makeup, getting ready and feeling good about themselves.” “Feel good” makeup certainly is one way to describe Thi Cosmetics, a brand where empowerment and diversity is an intrinsic part of the beauty philosophy. “We wanted to promote more images of women from different backgrounds,” says Tran Rickett, “so that girls didn’t feel like they had to look different to be beautiful – they just had to really enhance their own unique features. I think that what’s great about it is that it really celebrates being unique.” TW Thi Makeup Studio, 522 Bryant St., Palo Alto (650) 327-8880 www.thicosmetics.com

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AYOMA LIFESPA 355 Santana Row (Fifth Floor, Hotel Valencia), San Jose (408) 423-5424 www.ayoma.com

This wellness retreat tucked away inside the Hotel Valencia offers an array of therapies based on Ayurvedic medicine, the 5,000-year-old healing system from India. Using Ayurveda’s holistic approach, a range of lifestyle and nutrition consultations, skincare and body treatments, and self care programs are tailored to each client’s individual needs.

NEW IMAGE SKIN CARE & DAY SPA 14432 Union Ave., San Jose (408) 371-5974 www.newimagedayspa.com

New Image Day Spa offers its clientele a smaller, more personal European experience with its full range of spa services and a full line of cosmetic products. Services include the full spa roster (including relaxing facials, blissful massage, waxing, electrolysis, manicures and pedicures), plus many more treatments that are both beautifying and pampering, including their Aromatherapy Whirlpool, which uses a pure, high concentration of marine compounds and crystals to offer the skin and body a mineral boost.

TED D BARE 826 N. Winchester Blvd., San Jose (408) 565-8284 www.manzilian.com

Got a bit too much hair, guys? Well, you’re in luck. Ted D Bare specializes in male waxing and body grooming for any man that’s looking to go bare.

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1180 Blossom Hill Rd., Ste. 4, San Jose (408) 978-2500; 1253 W. El Camino Real, Ste. B, Sunnyvale (408) 732-3000 www.baydental.com

Looking after Bay Area smiles since 1996, Bay Dental offers comprehensive dental care, including cosmetic services (such as Zoom! Advanced Power 2) and general dental care, dental implants, oral surgery, and orthodontics (including traditional and Invisalign braces). Expect state-of-the-art ofﬁces, highly trained staff and the latest technologies.

BRACES FOR PRETTY FACES 4010 Moorpark Ave., Ste. 105, San Jose (408) 244-4239; 6489 Camden Ave., Ste. 100, San Jose (408) 997-7772 www.beautifulsmile.us

Braces for Pretty Faces seeks to provide healthy, beautiful and conﬁdent smiles for people of all ages, offering clear ceramic braces as well as Invisalign treatment. By using the latest techniques and appliances, orthodontic specialist Dr. Stephen Yao is able to reduce discomfort, decrease the frequency of visits and shorten treatment time.

DR. JUSTINA AZCUETA, DDS 2020 Forest Ave., Ste. 3, San Jose (408) 287-9019

Dr. Azcueta specializes in general and cosmetic dentistry. Services include veneers, crowns, bonding, whitening, tooth-colored ﬁllings and more.

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DR. MICHAEL BOUZID, DDS 10430 S. De Anza Blvd., Ste. 120, Cupertino (408) 253-0153 www.drbouzid.com

Comfort is the main priority at Dr. Bouzid’s ofﬁce. He specializes in sedation dentistry (in which years of dental treatments can be performed quickly and with little to no discomfort), cosmetic dentistry, gum disease, dental implants, smile design and more. They even speak French!

WEST PARK DENTAL 1315 S. Winchester Blvd., San Jose (408) 866-1819 www.westparkdentalcare.com

Providing general and family dentistry services, cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, implants, gum surgery and more. Specialties include root canals, veneers, crowns and bridges and surgical wisdom tooth extraction.

FITNESS & WEIGHT LOSS

DR. YOUBERT KARALIAN 5710 Cahalan Ave., Ste. 7A, San Jose (408) 281-2222

Through free consultations, Dr. Karalian offers a start to better health and appearance and the chance to lose up to ﬁve pounds a week. Services include physical evaluations, unlimited ofﬁce visits, appetite suppressants for 30 days, and more.

HAIR SALONS

A VISIONARY SALON (408) 979-1195 www.sheleen.com

This appointment-only studio in San Jose specializes in Hairlocs brand hair extensions (a celebrity favorite) and the most current color techniques available. Owner Sheleen Williams has over 18 years’ experience in the industry, including training with over 20 of the most prestigious hair care companies, working for three major cosmetic companies, plus working for MTV.

FOXY AVENUE CLIPS 1810 S. Bascom Ave., Campbell (408) 371CLIPS www.foxyavenueclips.com

Foxy aims to create a masculine salon environment where men can feel comfortable and conﬁdent about receiving high quality hair care and other grooming services: hair wash and cut, skincare, anti-aging treatments, hand and foot detailing, shoulder and neck massage and more. Enjoy men’s magazines, complimentary beverages, and TVs showing sports and business programs.

LIMON SALON 3410 Stevens Creek Blvd., Ste. 101, San Jose www.limonsalon.com

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SANCTUARY SALON 790 Lincoln St., Santa Clara (408) 247-7785 www.thesanctuarysalon.com

Providing a relaxing refuge from the fast pace of your daily life, Sanctuary offers a wide range of hair, beauty and wellness services, including hair cuts, color, styling and treatments, nail care, massage therapy and spa treatments (facials, skincare treatments such as microdermabrasion, body scrubs and wraps, waxing). Owner Sandra Weber has over 30 years’ experience in the industry, and her salon prides itself on providing superior customer service.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

FIVE BRANCHES INSTITUTE 200 Seventh Ave., Santa Cruz (831) 4769424; 3031 Tisch Way, Ste. 5PW, San Jose (408) 2600208 www.fivebranches.edu

Providing safe and effective medical care for 80 percent of all healthcare issues, including colds and ﬂu, diabetes, fertility, digestion, stress, pediatrics, neurology, endocrinology, cardiology and more. Services include acupuncture, herbal treatments, energetics, diet, massage and more.

MASSAGE ENVY 1040 Grant Rd., Ste. 110, Mountain View (650) 961-3689 www.massageenvy.com

Specializing in massage therapy for stress relief, relaxation, posture and circulation improvements, headache relief and more. Styles include trigger point therapy, Swedish, deep tissue, sports, reﬂexology, cranial sacral and hot stone.

SAN FRANCISCO HERB & NATURAL FOOD COMPANY 47444 Kato Rd., Fremont (510) 770-1215 www.herbspicetea.com

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This business boasts one of the largest selections of bulk herbs, teas and spices available in the US today, with more than 1,000 medicinal botanicals, culinary herbs and spices, essential oils, fragrance oils, botanical tinctures and extracts, encapsulated herbs and custom blends, bulk tea bags and a wide variety of other packaged products. Many of the products are grown on a certiﬁed organic farm, and gift baskets can be made to order.

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ALMADEN VALLEY AESTHETICS – THE AVA SPA 5965 Almaden Expwy., Ste 140, San Jose (408) 997-1803 or (800) 494-0640 www.theavaspa.com

Specializing in relaxation and rejuvenation, Almaden Valley Aesthetics offers an array of aesthetic rejuvenation treatments as well as traditional spa services, all within a calming environment. Their service menu includes Botox, Restylane and Juvéderm, plus photo facials, laser hair removal, permanent makeup, massage, waxing and more.

DESIGNER’S LTD. 2523 Winchester Blvd., Campbell (408) 378-7300

In addition to the full complement of hair salon services (precision cuts, color artistry, dimensional highlights and event up-dos), this salon and med spa also offers a wide range of beautifying treatments. In the laser realm there’s skin tightening, hair removal, plus treatment of veins, acne scarring, sun/age spots, rosacea, stretch marks and ﬁne lines and wrinkles. Also on the menu here are Botox, Restylane, Juvéderm, Lumi facials and Lumi lifts, plus all the usual spa services, including massage, manicure and pedicures, facials, waxing and even reﬂexology.

EMERGE MEDI SPA 1639 Meridian Ave., Ste. A, San Jose (408) 445-7546 www.emergemedispa.com

Winners of Best Medi Spa in The Wave’s 2008 Readers’ Choice poll, Emerge offers a comprehensive menu of nonsurgical skin and body rejuvenating treatments, including Velashape cellulite treatment, laser skin rejuvenation, Botox, body contouring, Sapphire skincare, physiciandesigned facials and medical grade peels, as well as many other cutting-edge treatments. The spa also offers a wide array of therapeutic massage and body work, so clients can “emerge” relaxed and beautiful with improved well-being and vitality.

ETERNAL BEAUTY MEDICAL CLINIC 248 Los Gatos-Saratoga Rd., Los Gatos (408) 3543587 www.eternalbeautymedicalclinic.com

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DR. HOANG DO, MD a spalike setting, Eternal Beauty allows clients to enjoy the tranquil feel of a spa while experiencing treatments from an expert physician. In addition to the most advanced laser technology, this cutting-edge clinic also offers Botox and Restalyne treatments, plus IPL (Intense Pulse Light) facials, medical-grade microdermabrasion, enzyme facials and much more.

SPA JOLI AT UNIVERSITY MISSION MEDICAL CLINIC 744 San Antonio Rd., Ste. 16, Palo Alto (650) 843-0600

Specializing in Vaser body sculpting with no general anesthesia needed. Services include permanent hair removal, ﬁllers and Botox, medically supervised weight loss, facials, waxing and more. * Results vary.

PLASTIC SURGERY

CHRYSALIS AESTHETIC & RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY 800 Pollard Rd., Ste. B-203, Los Gatos (408) 370-1110 www.drjonathanle.com

Dr. Jonathan Le’s meticulous technical skill and artistic eye offers patients the ﬁnest in plastic surgery procedures to achieve their aesthetic and reconstructive goals, be it a subtle change in appearance or a complete transformation. Dr. Le’s practice specializes in all aspects of plastic surgery, including breast augmentation, lifts and reductions, liposuction, body contouring, tummy tucks, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, brow and face lifts and Botox cosmetic.

KIMBERLY COCKERHAM, MD 762 Altos Oaks Dr., Ste. 2, Los Altos (650) 559-9150 www.envisagebayarea.com

Since 1983, Dr. Cockerham has provided exceptional medical care to patients seeking aesthetic services or reconstructive surgery in a relaxing, spalike setting. Dr. Cockerham offers an array of services, including face and eyelid treatments, laser hair removal, Botox, skin peels, massages, anti-aging treatments and so much more.

555 Knowles Dr., Ste. 210, Los Gatos (408) 866-9991

Dr. Do specializes in cosmetic plastic surgery for face, breast and body, with free consultations provided. Other services include Botox, Obagi, Restylane, Radiesse and Juvéderm.

JANE AESTHETIC MEDICINE AND SURGERY 895 E. Fremont Ave., Ste. 201, Sunnyvale (408) 737-9100 www.janeaesthetics.com

Dr. Jane Chung specializes in liposuction surgery as well as treatments in Botox, Restylane, Obagi, Radiesse, laser hair removal, tattoo removal and Active FX. Free consultations offered.

DR. TONY H. PHAM, MD 2307 Forest Ave., San Jose (408) 246-2349 www.drtonypham.com

Dr. Pham is a graduate of Yale Medical School and is certiﬁed by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Patient care and attentive relationships with clients is at the forefront of his practice. Services include breast implants, tummy tucks, liposuction, body sculpting and more.

TANNING

THE AUSTRALIAN TANNING CO. 2306 Almaden Rd., San Jose (408) 694-0380; 1360 First St., Ste. A, Gilroy (888) 826-8167; 261 Vineyard Town Center, Morgan Hill (888) 826-8167; 1810 W. Campbell Ave., Campbell (888) 826-8167 www.theaustraliantanningcompany.com

With more than 10 tanning beds to choose from, clients are sure to get that glowing Aussie tan in no time. Services include luxury tanning, personal skin typing before tanning, staff advice on skincare system, UV-free spray tan and unlimited tanning packages. TW

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10. CRADLE OF FILTH

February 10: We have no idea if this band can rock or not, but ya gotta love their name. See you there!: 8pm

February 11: Camera 7 Cinemas presents an exclusive series of first-class prerecorded operas from Europe’s legendary opera houses in high definition.

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MONDAY HP Pavilion, 525 W. Santa Clara St., San Jose sapopentennis.com

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1. SAP OPEN February 9-15: Get over to the HP Pavilion for some world-class tennis from the likes of James Blake and Pete Sampras in a singles charity match, along with Andy Roddick [See our interview on page 60], Juan Martin Del Potro, Lleyton Hewitt and the Bryan brothers battling it out for the SAP title. 2. GREATER TUNA

Dragon Theatre, 535 Alma St., Palo Alto (800) 838-3006 www.dragonproductions.net

Thru March 1: An affectionate yet unrelentingly satirical look at smalltown Southern life and culture. 3. GO RED FOR WOMEN AT SANTANA ROW: THRU 2/28 Santana Row, Winchester and Stevens Creek Blvds., San Jose (408) 551-4611 www.santanarow.com

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City Lights Theatre, 529 S. Second St., San Jose (408) 295-4200 www.cltc.org

Thru February 22: After a Columbine-style shooting, the developers of a violent videogame receive a thank you letter from the shooter written just before his rampage and suicide. Who is truly at fault when videogame violence becomes all too real? 5. WWE MONDAY NIGHT RAW Oracle Arena, 7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland www.oraclearena.com

February 9: Our “sources” say that Triple H will be wrestling an adult male silverback gorilla at this WWE Raw event! Remember, you heard it here first: 5:30pm 6. BUS STOP

Bus Barn Theatre, 97 Hillview Ave., Los Altos www.busbarn.org

Thru February 21: In the midst of a howling blizzard, a busload of passengers holes up in a roadside

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Saratoga Civic Center, 13777 Fruitvale Ave., Saratoga (408) 266-4734 www.saratogadramagroup.com

Thru February 21: The Tony Awardwinning musical sets the famous American humorist’s life against a backdrop of rope tricks and the Ziegfield Follies. 8. FREE CPR AND AED COURSES Sports Basement, 1177 Kern Ave., Sunnyvale (408) 732-0300 www.sportsbasement.com

February 9: What would you do if the dude next to you in the grocery store checkout line dropped to the floor and stopped breathing? Panic? Run away? Want to take action and help, but you don’t know how? Well, here is your chance to learn, and it’s free!: 5-7:30pm 9. COSI FAN TUTTE

California Theatre, 345 S. First St., San Jose (408) 437-4450 californiatheatre.sanjose.org

Thru February 22: How much are we willing to wager on a loved one’s fidelity? A richly human comedytragedy by Opera San Jose [See Arts feature, page 52].

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THURSDAY 14. THE UNEXPECTED GUEST

Black Box Theatre, 848 E. William St., San Jose (408) 2887820 www.blackboxtheatre.com

February 12-March 8: A stranger

20. HAPPY VALENTINES DAY FROM THE WAVE STAFF! 21. VALENTINES DAY DANCE

Sharks Ice at San Jose, 1500 S. Tenth St., San Jose www.sjsuhockey.net

17. 42ND CALIFORNIA INTERNATIONAL ANTIQUARIAN BOOK FAIR

February 11-March 8: Charlotte von Mahlsdorf survived both Nazis and Communism while living behind the Berlin Wall. When the walls came down, Charlotte was still standing [See Arts feature, page 52].

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16. SAN JOSE SPARTANS VS. LONG BEACH STATE

February 11-16: When they say “Tulipmania,” they aren’t kidding. Pier 39 will be covered in 39,000 tulips of every color, along with experts giving gardening tips and tulip tours: 10am San Jose Stage Theatre, 490 S. First St., San Jose (408) 2837142 www.sanjose-stage.com

diner in Kansas. Love, friendship and life lessons abound in this comedy by one of America’s greatest playwrights, Pulitzer Prize winner William Inge.

February 13-21: Sure, the Tour de France is pretty cool, and so is the Amgen Tour of California. But the bicycle race not to be missed is right here in San Jose! Don’t miss a whole week’s worth of activities, including a Downtown criterium race, King of the Mountains Time Trial, CEO challenge, tour rides, arts shows, food, and a free screening of Breaking Away.

Pier 39, Beach St. & The Embarcadero, San Francisco (415) 705-5500 www.pier39.com

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an exclusive Heart Card, which is good for a minimum of 15 percent off at select Santana Row shops and restaurants during the month of February, including Atelier Aveda, Tourneau, Pink Stripes, Vintage Wine Bar and Cole Haan.

Events throughout San Jose www.sanjoseclassic.com

February 13: The only thing good to come out of Long Beach was Sublime… and Snoop Dogg, of course: 8pm

12. TULIPMANIA

FRIDAY

USS Hornet, 707 W. Hornet Ave., Alameda (510) 521-8448 x282 www.uss-hornet.org/dance

February 14: All aboard the USS Hornet for the museum’s Valentines dance featuring jazz by Stompy Jones and big band classics by the Romano Marchetti Orchestra, along with dance lessons and fun!: 8pmMidnight 22. BILL COSBY

Concourse Exhibition Center, 635 Eighth St., San Francisco www.sfbookfair.com

Paramount Theatre, 2025 Broadway, Oakland (510) 465-6400 www.paramounttheatre.com

February 13-14: This enormous fair features manuscripts, illustrated books, early American literature, autographs, modern first editions, children’s books, maps and much more!

February 14: The groundbreaking comedian, sitcom creator and sweater fashionista sits down for an evening of heartwarming jokes at the Paramount Theatre.

18. SIXTH ANNUAL SAN FRANCISCO WRITERS CONFERENCE

23. TOUCH MY HEART Art Museum of Los Gatos, 4 Tait Ave., Los Gatos. (408) 354-1547 touchmyheart.org

Mark Hopkins Hotel, One Nob Hill, San Francisco (415) 6730939 www.sfwriters.org

February 13-15: If you’re a writer, or wannabe writer, this event is a must. The conference features more than 100 agents, authors and editors just waiting to guide you to success. Special guests include Richard Paul Evans, Jane Smiley, Lolly Winston and many more.

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Camera 7 Cinema, 1875 S. Bascom Ave., Campbell (408) 559-6900 www.cameracinemas.com

February 13-15: Considered to be one of the best tribal art shows in the world, you’ll be blown away by an impressive array of sculptures, accessories and antiques from Southeast Asia, the Oceanic Islands, the Middle East, Central and South America, Africa, the Cook Islands and Solomon Islands, Polynesia and Indonesia.

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WENDESDAY 11. HANSEL UND GRETEL – ITALIAN OPERA IN HD

Fort Mason Center, Buchanan & Marina, San Francisco www.fortmason.org

2/13

Regency Center Grand Ballroom, 1290 Sutter St., San Francisco www.ticketmaster.com

2/11

19. 23RD ANNUAL SAN FRANCISCO TRIBAL & TEXTILE ART SHOW

enters a house to discover a wife holding a gun over her murdered husband, but nothing is as it seems in this adaptation of this Agatha Christie mystery.

February 14: This Valentines Day, make it all about art, not just heart, by attending the Museums of Los Gatos annual Touch My Heart gala dinner. In addition to a sparkling evening of fine food and wine, ticket holders also receive a small work of art from one of over 70 acclaimed local artists to take home and add to (or start) their collection [See Spotlight, page 10]: 6pm. 24. AMGEN TOUR OF CALIFORNIA Throughout Northern California www.amgentourofcalifornia.com

February 14-22: Witness some of the world’s top bicycling teams tear through Northern California, including the Ag2r-La Mondiale, Astana featuring seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong, GarminSlipstream, Liquigas, Quick Step, Robobank, Team Columbia Highroad, Team Saxo Bank, Fly V Australia/Living Successful and many more. [See Spotlight, page 6] 25. VALENTINES DAY SUNSET KAYAKING (415) 357-1010 www.citykayak.com

February 14: What could be more romantic than paddling through the Bay with your sweetie with sweeping views of the Golden Gate Bridge,

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(510) 659-6031 www.smithcenterpresents.com

February 20: Welcome four Brits as they perform an array of tuneage spanning FIVE centuries!

SATURDAY 35. 28TH ANNUAL SANTA CRUZ CLAM CHOWDER COOK-OFF Santa Cruz Wharf, Beach St., Santa Cruz (831) 420-5273 ci.santa-cruz.ca.us/pr/wharf

February 21: It’s time to assemble your best clam chowder cook-off team for a day dedicated to chowin’ the chowda. Funds raised benefit youth programs run by the Santa Cruz City Parks and Recreation Department: 10am

February 14: Be Aggressive, Be Be Be Aggressive! Don’t miss this qualifier for the US Finals; it’ll be cheeralishious.

2/18

WENDESDAY 27. WELL BEING IN THE WORLD Hidden Villa Ranch, 26870 Moody Hill Rd., Los Altos Hills (650) 949-8653 www.hiddenvilla.org

28. DUNSTAN BABY LANGUAGE CLASSES

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Baby Buzz, 1314 Lincoln Ave., San Jose (408) 885-9870 www.babybuzzcafe.com

February 11: Hey, Mom and Dad, want to learn how to understand the meaning of your little rugrat’s cries? Then show up for this informative class and learn the five everyday “words” that all babies use from birth to communicate their daily needs. Oprah has given it the thumbs up, and we think you should, too.

2/19

THURSDAY 29. ARE WE ALONE? THE DANCE OF THE FERTILE UNIVERSE NASA Ames Conference Center

30. SIXTH ANNUAL SAN FRANCISCO OCEAN FILM FESTIVAL Cowell Theatre, Fort Mason Center, San Francisco www.oceanfilmfest.org

February 19-22: Enjoy a four-day film festival celebrating the greatand-all-powerful ocean, where you’ll explore coastal cultures and ocean sports.

37. FOURTH ANNUAL SANTA “CLAWS” CRAB FEED

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St., Mountain View (650) 903-6565 www.mvcpa.com

February 21: Gamelan Sekar Jaya presents an exciting evening of Balinese music and dance, from master artists-in-residence Dewa Putu Berata and Emiko Sarawati Sulsilo: 8pm

Shark Tank, 525 W. Santa Clara St., San Jose www.sjsharks.com

February 19: Let’s all welcome the Kings to San Jose with a nice warm hug… a hug of death!: 7:30pm

FRIDAY

32. SAN FRANCISCO ROD, CUSTOM AND MOTORCYCLE SHOW Cow Palace, 2600 Geneva Ave., Daly City www.sfcustomshow.com

February 20-22: Swing by the Cow Palace and check out some of the baddest custom motorcycles and hot rods around, along with live music and special appearances.

39. THE SONG REMAINS THE SAME

Smith Center at Ohlone College, 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont

February 21-22: Company C Contemporary Ballet invites you to an evening of dance featuring the music of the mighty and all powerful LED ZEPPELIN!!! [See Nightlife & Music Feature, page 46]

SUNDAY

San Mateo Event Center, 2495 S. Delaware St., San Mateo www.peninsulahomeshow.com

34. VOICES OF LONDON

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St., Mountain View (650) 903-6000 www.ci.mtnview.ca.us

2/22

33. 2009 PENINSULA HOME & GARDEN SHOW

February 20-22: You’ll find hundreds of exhibitors offering everything from landscape ideas to remodeling guides that can help turn your home into a DREAM HOME!

February 21: Come on out and help raise needed funds for next year’s San Jose Holiday Parade. All you have to do is eat cracked Dungeness crab, seafood cioppino, shrimp, salad, sausage, pasta and bread: 6-10pm 38. MUSIC & DANCE OF BALI

31. SAN JOSE SHARKS VS. LA KINGS

2/20

Camden Community Center, 3369 Union Ave., San Jose (408) 794-6204 www.sanjoseholidayparade.com

40. MODERN BRIDAL FAIRE San Jose Convention Center, 150 W. San Carlos St., San Jose www.modernbridal.com

February 22: Gettin’ hitched, eh? Well, don’t miss the Modern Bridal Faire, where they have all the bases covered, from florists, photographers, bridal gowns, live music, invitations, caterers, limousines, reception sites, and so much more: 11am-4pm

Venues throughout San Jose www.cinequest.org

February 25-March 8: If you’re a lover of cinema, then don’t miss this year’s Cinequest, featuring more than 180 feature and short films, plus appearances from such luminaries as actor/comic Kevin Pollak and Oscar winner Diablo Cody [See Spotlight, page 8].

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THURSDAY 42. HIDDEN TALENTS

San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Blvd., San Jose (408) 288-2800 www.balletsanjose.org

February 26-March 1: For the first time in nearly 10 years, Ballet San Jose presents a program of five world premiere ballets, featuring music from György Ligeti, John Legend, Astor Piazzolla, Björk, Agustin Bardi, and Bay Area recording artists Loop!Station to create a spectacular celebration of artistic innovation. 43. STITCHES WEST 2009 KNITTING EXPO

Santa Clara Convention Center, 5001 Great America Pkwy., Santa Clara knittinguniverse.com/expos/

February 26: We’ll say it… nothing, nothing beats a good knitting festival. So come and check out the latest goings-on in the knitting scene, featuring more than 200 vendors, book signings, demonstrations and more!

2/27 FRIDAY

44. WEST VALLEY SPIRIT OF THE FLAME CHALLENGE Parkside Hall, 180 Park Ave., San Jose (408) 205-6601 www.wvgbc.com/sotf/

February 27-March 1: Seven hundred of the nation’s top female gymnasts descend on San Jose for a battle royale on the vault, floor exercises and the bars and beam. 45. BAT BOY, THE MUSICAL

Lohman Theatre – Foothill College, 12345 El Monte Rd., Los Altos Hills (650) 949-7360 www.foothillmusicals.com

February 27-March 22: We all remember when Bat Boy was discovered by The Weekly World News. Now relive Bat Boy’s saga via the stage. 46. BANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL WORLD TOUR Rio Theatre, 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz (831) 459-2806 www.ucscrecreation.com

February 27-28: A collection of inspiring environmental and

41 adventure mountain films, featuring breathtaking landscapes and upclose-and-personal views of the exciting world of mountain sports: 7-10pm

48. BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY / LAVAY SMITH & HER RED HOT SKILLET LICKERS

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February 29: Just hearing their names wants to make you dance, so swing, baby, swing!: 8pm

SATURDAY 47. VIDEO GAMES LIVE The Fox Theatre, 1807 Oakland Ave., Oakland www.videogameslive.com

February 28: Classical musicians will perform theme songs from popular videogames such as Halo, Mario Brothers, Zelda and Tetris, plus Final Fantasy, World of Warcraft and others. The orchestra will be accompanied by lights, lasers and videogame footage on the big screen: 8pm

Fox Theatre, 2215 Broadway, Redwood City (650) 369-4119 www.foxdream.com

49. MONSTER JAM Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, 7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland www.coliseum.com

February 28: All your monster truck favorites will be on hand: Full Boar, Donkey Kong, Stone Crusher, Martial Law and the king of all monster trucks, Grave Digger! 50. HANK WILLIAMS III Grand Ballroom at the Regency Center, 1290 Sutter St., San Francisco www.ticketmaster.com

February 28: You never know what you’ll get from Hank III – country, rock, punk… it’s a coin toss. Just order another round of Jim Beam and enjoy the show. TW

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ure, it’s a cliché, but in many respects the fastest way to a person’s heart really is through their stomach. This is especially true for special occasions such as Valentines Day. A nice restaurant not only says a lot about your character, but will likely win you more points with your date than a Technicolor fast food joint. This isn’t to say that a Michelin-starred restaurant is the only place to guarantee a good Valentines Day date (though let’s face it, it doesn’t hurt). We are suggesting that an ambience of comfort and intimacy, not to mention great food, can go a long way toward making it a special night. Fortunately, Silicon Valley has no shortage of restaurants that can deliver all three for you and that special someone. Here are a few of our favorites: 34

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Alexander’s Steakhouse [Modern American] 10330 N. Wolfe Rd., Cupertino

(408) 446-2222 www.alexanderssteakhouse.com

Alexander’s Steakhouse has quickly earned a reputation among the South Bay dining scene, mostly founded on the strength of their world-class steaks (they’re one of the few locations anywhere that serves true Kobe beef of the highest grade). But their impressive wine collection and impeccable service also make Alexander’s a can’t miss.

Birk’s Restaurant [Modern American, Steak] 3955 Freedom Circle, Santa Clara

(408) 980-6400 www.birksrestaurant.com

Since 1989, Birk’s Restaurant has been a Santa Clara culinary staple, offering some of the best steak and wine you can find in the region. Naturally, it has been a Valentines Day destination for almost as long, so make your reservations early.

Chez TJ [French] 938 Villa St., Mountain View (650) 964-9647

www.cheztj.com

If it’s true that nobody does romance like the French, then there’s no place more French than Chez TJ. The Michelin-starred restaurant has won accolades from all corners, and with its rich, warm ambience and worldclass food, it does well to defend that heady claim.

Crimson [Modern American] 15466 Los Gatos Blvd., Los Gatos (408) 358-0175 www.crimsonrestaurant.com

Chef Diane Rose’s love affair with the eclectic flavors found throughout California takes splendid form on Crimson’s menu. The French-Asiatic inspired cuisine is served in the cozy and undeniably romantic ambience of her charming dining room.

Downtown San Jose is blessed to have the Grill among its many fine restaurants. Not only does it serve impeccable steak and seafood, but it boasts an extraordinary bar menu featuring rare wines and ports.

La Fondue [Fondue, French, Swiss] 14550 Big Basin Way, Saratoga

(408) 867-3332 www.lafondue.com

There’s something inherently romantic about a high-class fondue restaurant, especially when it’s La Fondue. Perhaps it’s the relaxed, comfortable pace of fondue cooking, or maybe it’s simply because cheese and melted chocolate are aphrodisiacs for almost everyone.

La Foret [French] 21747 Bertram Rd., San Jose (408) 997-3458

www.laforetrestaurant.com

La Foret is the archetypical ideal of French restaurants, masterfully serving game meats and culinary staples in high-class style. Their ambience, set in a historic building dating back all the way to the quicksilver rush of the mid-1800s, is unparalleled.

Le Papillon [French] 410 Saratoga Ave., San Jose (408) 296-3730

www.lepapillon.com

Under the care of chef Scott Cooper, Le Papillon stands as one of the premier Silicon Valley destinations for contemporary French dining. The masterful utilization of seasonal, often organic, ingredients in unique and evolving fashions not only sets Le Papillon apart, but keeps the reservation book full.

Manresa Restaurant [French, Spanish] 320 Village Ln., Los Gatos (408) 354-4330

www.manresarestaurant.com

To say that executive chef David Kinch successfully fuses Central California ingredients with Catalonian cooking and the acclaimed Ferran Adriá’s

Grill on the Alley [American, Steakhouse] 172 S. Market St., San Jose (408) 294-2244 www.thegrill.com

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Parcel 104 [Modern American] 2700 Mission College Blvd., Santa Clara (408) 970-6104 www.parcel104.com

Parcel 104’s culinary specialization is in the utilization of seasonal and, importantly, locally grown ingredients. That philosophy has resulted in some of the most satisfying California cuisine found anywhere.

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Plumed Horse [French, American] 14555 Big Basin Way, Saratoga (408) 867-4711 www.plumedhorse.com

A classy yet cozy ambience and Michelin-rated contemporary French cuisine has made Plumed Horse famous throughout the South Bay culinary scene. Notably, Esquire named it Best New Restaurant in 2008.

Quattro Restaurant [Italian, California] Four Seasons Silicon

Valley, 2050 University Ave., East Palo Alto (650) 566-1200 www.fourseasons.com/siliconvalley

Set within the grandeur of the Four Seasons, Quattro is always a stylish setting for romantic dining. With its special Valentines Day menus, it proves even more alluring. Choose from a sumptuous five-course dinner menu (which features truffles, foie gras and lots of other luxurious fare) or, for cozy couples who like to share, the three-course menu that’s designed with two in mind.

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Rok Bistro [American, Fondue] 124 S. Murphy Ave., Sunnyvale (408) 733-7651 www.rokbistro.com

The usual fondue kit is hardly unexpected, but the 700degree slab of volcanic rock on which they cook your steak, seafood and vegetables most certainly is. Either way, a meal here is guaranteed to be memorable.

Sent Sovi [French] 14583 Big Basin Way, Saratoga

(408) 867-3110 www.sentsovi.com

Sent Sovi, meaning “sweet taste” in medieval French, specializes in a masterful fusion of French and California cuisine. The copper-lined dining room lends an ambience that easily transports diners to a charming French countryside bistro, and its innately romantic atmosphere has led many male diners to get down on bended knee during the meal.

Tapestry: A California Bistro [California] 11 College Ave., Los Gatos (408) 395-7739 www.tapestrybistro.com

The Messick husband-and-wife culinary team has fully mastered the art of romantic dining. Tapestry’s global cuisine is matched with attentive, detailed service and intimate atmosphere. Patio dining is definitely recommended if the weather holds up for the evening.

Trevese Restaurant & Lounge [Modern American] 115 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos (408) 354-5551 www.trevese.com

The Michelin-star recipient and 2008 Wine Spectator award winner is, needless to say, no culinary lightweight. And for the week of Valentines Day, they’re working on your behalf with a special Aphrodisiac Menu. TW

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CAPERS EAT & DRINK $$ [American] 1710 W. Campbell Ave., Campbell (408) 374-5777 www.caperseatanddrink.com

Sports bar meets ﬁne dining at Capers, the perfect place to watch a game without the regretful unhealthy fare. Capers serves up an eclectic and wholesome menu of pastas, salads, sandwiches and steaks. The appetizer menu offers traditional chicken wings in addition to the upscale tastes of carpaccio and tuna sashimi. Head to the full bar for the extensive wine list and assorted martinis.

GRILL ’EM STEAKHOUSE $$ [American] 2509 S. Bascom Ave., Campbell (408) 371-8729 www.ugrillem.com

Grill ’Em is the best way to grill steaks and have fun without the cleanup. Dim lighting, comfy booths and music contribute to the lounge-y atmosphere, while a large communal grill allows patrons to cook rib eye, New York, top sirloin and ﬁlet mignon steaks any way they like. Appetizers, burgers, sandwiches and salads are available if you prefer a hands-off dining experience.

OLIO $$$ [Mediterranean] 384 E. Campbell Ave., Campbell (408) 378-0335 www.olio-cafe.com

Olio’s sleek yet rustic dining room gives way to a fanciful Mediterranean-inspired menu. The artful display of dishes appears too pretty to eat, but, once savored, can quickly become personal comfort foods. Warm up with the roasted tomato soup, move on to the chicken fettuccini or paella Velenciana and top off your sensory dining experience with the banana brioche bread pudding.

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SIP CAFÉ $ [Coffee, Tea] 1412 Camden Ave., Campbell (408) 371-3747 www.sipcafe.com

The recently opened SIP Café isn’t the usual bubble tea joint that has sprouted up all over the Bay Area in the last few years. Rather, SIP’s calling card is robust, French-pressed coffee and quality tea, alongside the usual choice of pastries to complement. For those in the mood for something cooler, they also offer froyo (or frozen yogurt embellished with your choice of toppings).

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SIAM THAI CUISINE $ [Thai] 1080 S. De Anza Blvd., Ste. A, San Jose (408) 366-1080 www.siamthaicuisine.com

Lunch combos served with soup, salad, veggie egg roll and choice of pad thai or rice are especially popular at this small Thai house. And the options seem endless with more than two dozen combos to choose from. Can’t decide what to order? The prices are so reasonable, it wouldn’t be insane to order two combos for lunch and take the leftovers home for dinner.

WAHOO’S FISH TACOS $ [California Cuisine] 19626 Stevens Creek Blvd., Cupertino (408) 446-0638; 2305 El Camino Real, Palo Alto (650) 330-1144; 3055 Olin Ave., Ste. 1030, Santana Row, San Jose (408) 244-3991 www.wahoos.com

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Surf’s up at Wahoo’s, a laid-back, beachlike restaurant reminiscent of north-shore Hawaii. Tacos, burritos, enchiladas and bowls served with rice and beans combine Mexican, Brazilian and Asian flavors. Wahoo is all about the fish taco, but fillings also include Wahoo’s chicken, carne asada, carnitas, mushrooms and banzai veggies (pangrilled red and green peppers, onions, zucchini, broccoli, mushrooms and cabbage with teriyaki).

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CRAB LANDING $$$ [American] 260 Capistrano Rd., Half Moon Bay (650) 712-1288 www.crablanding.com

The romantic Princeton-by-the-Sea neighborhood in Half Moon Bay provides an intimate coastal escape for families and lovers alike, and Crab Landing, with its panoramic views of Pillar Point Harbor and the Paciﬁc Ocean, is the ideal place to dine on a gourmet feast. Crab, lobster, steaks, lamb, poultry, fresh seafood catches, and an oyster and sushi bar – all prepared with the freshest ingredients – provide epicurean delights for all appetites.

LOS GATOS

CRIMSON $$$ [Modern American] 15466 Los Gatos Blvd., Los Gatos (408) 358-0175 www.crimsonrestaurant.com

Crimson’s take on modern American cuisine is as dynamic as the dining room is charming. Organic ingredients fresh from local farmers and fish fresh from the Hawaiian Islands contribute to the scrumptiousness of dishes like the Pacific basa filet (butterfish in coconut milk and Thai curry, bok choy, snap peas and green tea soba noodles).

LITTLE LOU’S BBQ $ [Barbecue] 15466 Los Gatos Blvd., Ste. 111, Los Gatos (408) 356-5768 www.littlelousbbq.com

This tiny place packs a lot of meat and serves a hungry crowd. There are a few items for the light at heart (turkey burger, vegetarian burger, salads), but the majority of the pickins are traditional barbecue choices such as ribs, burgers, pulled pork and combo dinners named “Beef Lovers Feast.” The so-called “HungryMan” lunch (a quarter-chicken, two sides, garlic bread, and soda) is a popular weekday treat.

THREE DEGREES $$$ [Modern American, French] 140 S. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos (408) 884-1054 www.threedegreesrestaurant.com

Three Degrees is a universal delight and is praised for breakfast, lunch and dinner alike. Because they use fresh, seasonal ingredients from local farms, the menu changes often. Expect a French twist on Modern American cuisine, and do not miss the champagne Sunday brunch, which features delectable dishes like tortellini in a mascarpone crème sauce. For dinner, rendezvous on the patio for a touch of romance.

WINE CELLAR $$$ [Modern American] 50 University Ave., Los Gatos (408) 354-4808 www.winecellarlosgatos.com

Whether dining inside among intimate custom ironwork and mica lighted booths, or on the outside patio with scenes of the Santa Cruz Mountains, it’s certain you’ll be romanced at The Wine Cellar. The restaurant is well known for its wine and fondue (traditional Swiss gruyere and cheddar and ale), but be sure to leave room for the succulent starters, pastas, entrées and, of course, chocolate fondue.

MENLO PARK

BRITISH BANKERS CLUB $ [American] 1090 El Camino Real, Menlo Park (650) 327-8769 www.britishbankersclub.com

Initially built as a bank in 1922, the notable building now serving affordable and tasty treats and late night dancing has also been Menlo Park’s city hall, police department, jail and public library. A mahogany bar, stained-glass windows, Tiffany lamps and a solid brass chandelier create a historic feel, while a diverse menu of nachos, sandwiches and steaks is served.

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ZAHIR’S $$ [California, Continental] 174 Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas (408) 946-4000

The Zahir family is back, sparing little to create an elegant new dining atmosphere in Milpitas after closing their El Camino Real location. Enjoy decadent appetizers such as grilled artichokes in a white wine butter sauce, served with garlic aioli; unique Cajun dishes such as spicy jambalaya and linguine pasta; and steak done right (try the blackened 12-ounce rib eye steak served with Kentucky burbon mushroom sauce). Complement these dishes with fresh salads, seafood and exquisitely chosen wines.

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TAQUERIA LA BAMBA $ [Mexican] 2058 Old Middlefield Way, Mountain View (650) 965-2755

Tucked away in this tiny taqueria are some of the biggest burritos this side of Texas. La Bamba’s super burrito comes with all the traditional ﬁxings, such as meat, beans, rice, cheese, sour cream and guacamole, and is big enough to feed two hungry people. La Bamba’s menu also offers a taste of El Salvador with its pupusas, wonderfully crispy tortillas ﬁlled with pork, beans, and cheese. These delicacies are not designed to go – gobble them up in-house as they emerge piping hot from the kitchen.

PALO ALTO

BLUE CHALK CAFÉ $$ [Mexican] 630 Ramona St., Palo Alto (650) 326-1020 www.bluechalk.com

Amenities at the Blue Chalk Café include billiards, shufﬂeboard, two distinctive bars, signature margaritas, live music, and festive recipes from the famed Left at Albuquerque restaurant. Favorites on the menu include the veggie stampede burrito (fresh sautéed vegetables, spicy black beans, feta cheese and basil dressing rolled in a whole wheat tortilla and drizzled with chipotle aioli) and the simple yet delicious fajita combo.

THE COUNTER $$ [American] 369 California Ave., Palo Alto (650) 321-3900; 3055 Olin Ave., Ste. 1035, Santana Row, San Jose (408) 423-9200 www.thecounterburger.com

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Do you ever crave a 2/3-lb. turkey burger with horseradish cheddar cheese, roasted red peppers, spicy pepperoncinis, a fried egg, and roasted garlic aioli on an English mufﬁn? At The Counter, not only is there such a thing, but with ﬁve easy steps of choosing your meat, cheese, toppings, sauce and bun, anyone can create the ultimate personal burger. They also offer signature prefabricated burgers for those who are simply overwhelmed.

FISH MARKET RESTAURANT $$ [Seafood] 3150 El Camino Real, Palo Alto (650) 493-8862www.thefishmarket.com

There’s a dish to satisfy any seafood craving at the Fish Market. Chowders, seafood cocktails, sashimi and sushi, raw shellfish, salads, smoked fish, steamed shellfish, baked shellfish, cioppino and pastas, sandwiches, fish ’n’ chips and mesquite grilled entrées are just some of the categories offered at this seafood paradise. The garlic cheesy bread is a must-have with your meal.

FLEMING’S PRIME STEAKHOUSE & WINE BAR $$ [American, Steakhouse] 180 El Camino Real, Palo Alto (650) 329-8457 www.flemingssteakhouse.com

Prime beef reigns supreme at Fleming’s – marbled and aged for up to four weeks, then broiled at an unholy 1,600 degrees to seal in its ﬂavors. Other indulgences include succulent seafood and chicken dishes and decadent desserts. More than 100 wines adorn the extensive list, including boutique wines, and all are available by the glass. A friendly, inviting atmosphere highlights this classic steakhouse experience.

SUNDANCE THE STEAKHOUSE $$$$ [American] 1921 El Camino Real, Palo Alto (650) 321-6798 www.sundancethesteakhouse.com

For more than 30 years, signature steaks and award-winning slow-roasted prime rib has made Sundance the Steakhouse the go-to place for an elegant steak dinner. An array of salads, fresh seafood, shellﬁsh, pasta and poultry also decorate the menu. Linger among the mahogany wood, forest-green booths and antique paraphernalia after dinner, and relax with a vintage martini for the ultimate Sundance experience.

THAIPHOON RESTAURANT $ [Thai] 543 Emerson St., Palo Alto (650) 323-7700 www.thaiphoonrestaurant.com

Thaiphoon serves traditional and contemporary Thai dishes with an elegant balance of spicy and sweet. Order the red curry pumpkin beef with pad Thai, stir-fried mango, veggie and cashew served with brown jasmine rice, and enjoy your meal on the tropical outdoor patio by the Buddha fountain with an exotic cocktail: We like the lychee martini or the lemongrass mojito.

TOOTSIES $$ [Italian] 700 Welsh Rd., Ste.150, Palo Alto (650) 566-8445

Tootsies’ authentic and high quality Italian bistro food brings a much-welcomed bright spot to the Stanford Barn. The Tootsies Burger, with its veal and pork patty, is a favorite amongst its growing crowd of regulars. Don’t miss their Tigelle, or Italian stuffed bread, either. With housemade bread and imported Italian coffee, you can get a very reasonably priced meal without sacriﬁcing any quality.

REDWOOD CITY

SHOUGUN HOUSE $$ [Japanese] 911 Main St., Redwood City (650) 257-7594 www.shougunhouse.com

With inviting, alluring Japanese décor (yes, two flat screen TVs count!) and some of the friendliest service around, Shougun is a hit with Redwood City sushi lovers. Where else can you enjoy live jazz music Thursday and Friday from 7-9:30pm while gorging on freshly prepared sushi? You can’t go wrong with their Dragon Roll: shrimp tempura, crab, cucumber, eel, avocado and flying fish eggs. Or if you’re feeling bold, ask for a Shougun Roll: soft shell crab topped with unagi.

DOWNTOWN SAN JOSE

19 MARKET $ [California-Vietnamese] 19 N. Market St., San Jose (408) 280-6111 www.19market.com

Unlike the bare-bones eat-and-run feel of so many Vietnamese restaurants, 19 Market shines with Zen-inspired earth-tone interiors and an equally agreeable menu. This bar and bistro not only dishes out familiar favorites like beef noodle soup (pho) and imperial rolls, but adds a Singaporean, Chinese, and California twist to Vietnamese fare. Try the Shaking Beef, or Chilean Seabass, simmered with caramel sauce in a clay pot. 42

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BELLA MIA $$ [Italian, Modern American] 58 S. First St., San Jose (408) 280-1993 www.bellamia.com

Love at first bite! Join us for a sensual evening. Our Executive Chef has come up with an alluring Valentines Day Menu. For your ultimate dining pleasure he has created a sumptuous Chefs Tasting Menu with accompanying wine pairings. For reservations call (650) 966-8124. To check out the menu go to www.thecantankerousfish.com 420 Castro Street, Mountain View, California

Old-world charm and a classy menu make Bella Mia an ideal place to bring a date. Romantic mahogany wood, chandeliers, and a cozy ﬁreplace set the mood, while fresh pastas, fanciful salads and main courses such as chicken parmigiana, double cut grilled pork chop, and grilled salmon sate the appetite. Finish dinner with an espresso and share the tiramisu or the vanilla crème brûlèe.

FAHRENHEIT ULTRALOUNGE & RESTAURANT $$ [Modern American, Asian Fusion] 99 E. San Fernando St., San Jose (408) 998-9998 www.fahrenheitultralounge.com

Fahrenheit’s seductive ambience gives way to its equally chic menu of modern global cuisine. Share an assortment of small dishes to taste as much as you can. Try the Mandalay wraps with the green papaya and radicchio salad. And if you must have a plate all to yourself, large plates are available. We recommend any dish with the garlic noodles.

THE GRILL ON THE ALLEY $$$ [American, Steakhouse] 172 S. Market St., San Jose (408) 294-2244 www.thegrill.com

A hand-stirred dirty martini is a must-have at The Grill, a place reminiscent of a 1940s dinner club. The meatloaf, a simple American classic served with red skin mashed potatoes and vegetables, will blow you away as it melts in your mouth. Steaks, chops and poultry are also fantastic, and The Grill even manages to make something as down-toearth as fresh strawberries taste like heaven.

HAPPI HOUSE $ [Asian] 5353 Almaden Expwy., San Jose (408) 265-8282; 695 N. Fifth St., San Jose (408) 295-5554; 133 Ranch Dr., Milpitas (408) 263-3440; 397 Saratoga Ave., San Jose (408) 984-4806; 3015 McKee Rd., San Jose (408) 923-2120 www.happihouseteriyaki.com

The ﬁrst Happi House opened its doors in San Jose’s Japantown in 1976. Now there are six restaurants serving original teriyaki infusion cuisine made fresh and delicious by specially marinating “the most wholesome ingredients with top-secret seasonings and exceptional teriyaki sauce” and using distinctive cooking techniques that “infuse our delicious California teriyaki ﬂavors throughout our chicken, pork and beef.” Try their signature teriyaki, tempura, noodle or rice bowls, which are made fresh to order daily.

HOUSE OF GENJI $$$ [Japanese, Steakhouse] 1335 N. First St., San Jose (408) 453-8120 www.houseofgenji.com

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Tableside knife juggling is an everyday affair at the House of Genji, where your meal is cooked at the table. Upon choosing the combination of condiments, vegetables and meats (the ﬁlet mignon and prawns combination is popular), the adventurous chef will grill while spinning and cutting your meal in the air, followed by a ﬁnal act of tossing it on your plate in an artistic fashion.

ISLAND GRILL $$ [Hawaiian, Asian Fusion] 1355 N. Fourth St., San Jose (408) 392-2468 www.theislandgrill.com

It’s ﬁtting that this kitschy tiki-adorned restaurant is in the Clarion Hotel – having dinner here is like going on a mini vacation. Entrées include the festive haliakala salmon, mango tango pork chops and frutta del mar. Food is also served in the appropriately named Bamboo Lounge. Share the spicy samosas and ahi maki over tropical mixed drinks and unwind to the luauesque ambience.

LOFT BAR & BISTRO $$ [Modern American] 90 S. Second St., San Jose (408) 291-0677 www.loftbarandbistro.com

Vibrant interior colors and a long bar, as well as the cozy patio furniture on the second-story patio, make this very metropolitan Loft an inviting place for dinner, drinks, and dancing. Entrées include a selection of pastas, seafood, poultry, steaks and appetizing low-carb entrées (shaved tri-tip, spicy cajun blackened salmon). The lunch menu

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MENARA MOROCCAN RESTAURANT $$$ [Moroccan] 41 E. Gish Rd., San Jose (408) 453-1983 www.menara41.com

An exotic Moroccan ambience, belly dancers, pillowed couches, and ﬁve-course prix-ﬁxe dinners with names like Le Diner Fantasy and Le Diner Casablanca are sure to enchant any guest of Menara Moroccan Restaurant. The lhram mrhosia (lamb with honey), b’stilla (boneless chicken pastry) and couscous aux legumes (vegetable couscous) are delectable. All dinners conclude with a serving of refreshing mint tea.

PICASSO’S TAPAS RESTAURANT $$ [Spanish, Tapas] 62 W. Santa Clara St., San Jose (408) 298-4400 www.picassosrestaurant.com

Picasso’s offers a tapas menu so multifaceted, even a Cubist painter would be impressed. Start off with the tangy, garlic-spiked specialties, like clams in white wine garlic sauce, then switch it up with the stewed chicken and tortilla Española (a potato and onion frittata). The paella is served for two or more, so bring friends over a pitcher of sangria. On weekends, there’s often a guitarist to keep guests entertained during the inevitable wait.

SPENCER’S FOR STEAKS AND CHOPS $$$ [American, Steakhouse] 2050 Gateway Pl., San Jose (408) 437-2170 www.spencersforsteaksandchops.com

Why simple, good steaks are so hard to come by, we’ll never know. Veterans of Spencer’s For Steaks and Chops, however, don’t know of that angst. Delivering juicy ﬁlet mignons and savory porterhouses is in their blood. The seafood is also to die for, plus all entrées can be accompanied with the likes of fries, green vegetables with hollandaise, and almond rice.

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AMBER INDIA $$$ [Indian] 377 Santana Row, San Jose (408) 248-5400 www.amber-india.com

While walking through Santana Row, your nose isn’t fooling you when you catch a whiff of cumin, lemongrass and sizzling lamb. Amber India brings to the Row an exotic burst of upscale Indian cuisine, offering such mouthwatering delights as lamb leg chunks kebab with mustard oil and pickling spices, tiger shrimp and saffron, and delicious garlic naan.

THE FISH MARKET $$ [Seafood, American] 1007 Blossom Hill Rd., San Jose (408) 269-3474 www.thefishmarket.com

Seafood aficionados don’t only flock to The Fish Market for fresh shellfish, crab and lobster – they come to enjoy the full-service oyster bar, sushi bar, retail market, romantic dining areas and cocktail bar and lounge. Have your dish served the way you like it: Shellfish can be ordered raw, steamed or baked; fish is smoked, mesquite grilled, pan-fried or skewered.

LEE’S SANDWICHES $ [Asian, European] 2471 Berryessa Rd., San Jose (408) 926-9888; 4060 Monterey Rd., San Jose (408) 281-9060; 2307 McKee Rd., San Jose (408) 258-1155; 260 E. Santa Clara St., San Jose (408) 286-8808; 20363 Stevens Creek Blvd., Cupertino (408) 446-5030 www.leessandwiches.com

Wave readers voted Lee’s as having the best sandwich in Silicon Valley. With its wide array of Asian and European sandwiches, it’s no wonder. The ﬁrst location opened in San Jose in the early ’80s, and people loved their sandwiches so much, they have since expanded to 31 locations throughout the country, including Arizona, Texas and Oklahoma. In addition to delicious creations such as the jambon and pork roll and the turkey 44

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SUSHI O SUSHI $$ club with bacon on a soft, buttery croissant, Lee’s also has appetizers such as egg rolls and even premium coffee drinks, smoothies, pastries and desserts.

ROSIE MCCANN’S IRISH PUB AND RESTAURANT $$ [Irish, American] 355 Santana Row, Ste. 1060, San Jose (408) 247-1706 www.rosiemccanns.com

It doesn’t have to be St. Patrick’s Day at Rosie McCann’s to have corned beef and cabbage. It’s served all year ’round as a pub favorite, in addition to wild salmon ﬁsh ’n’ chips and shepherd’s pie. A large variety of pastas, soups and salads are also available, not to mention the revered appetizers. Have the Irish nachos with a pint of Guinness – you won’t regret it.

SANTA CLARA

BIRK’S RESTAURANT $$$ [Modern American, Steak] 3955 Freedom Circle, Santa Clara (408) 980-6400 www.birksrestaurant.com

You’ll feel like a classic movie star while dining at Birk’s, an upscale eatery decorated with rich textures and brass, glass, marble and oak beams. They’re known for their perfect steaks, chops and seafood, so you really can’t go wrong with anything. Add a salad and the poached jumbo asparagus to your blackened rib eye, grilled Colorado lamb chops or pasta paella, and you’ll be golden.

THE FISH MARKET $$ [Seafood, American] 3775 El Camino Real, Santa Clara (408) 246-3474 www.thefishmarket.com

Get to The Fish Market early for a counter seat at the oyster bar, where seats ﬁll up quickly, but be sure to leave room for a fresh, seasonal entrée. Starting with a cup of the New England or Manhattan chowder is a must, and don’t forget to ask your server to assist you in ordering the perfect glass of wine to accompany your meal.

LA PALOMA RESTAURANT $ [Mexican] 2280 El Camino Real, Santa Clara (408) 247-0990 www.lapaloma.ypguides.net

La Paloma may look like an ordinary Mexican restaurant, but you’d be wrong to pass it up. Traditional Mexican fare is served with authenticity, but what really keeps customers coming back for more are the new twists on old classics. Try the mango chicken quesadillas, crab tostadas or the spinach mushroom enchiladas, and wash your meal down with a top shelf margarita.

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BELLA SARATOGA $$$ [Italian] 14503 Big Basin Way, Saratoga (408) 741-5115 www.bellasaratoga.com

Romantic Italian dinners and family-friendly Sunday brunches are popular at Bella Saratoga, a timeless Victorian home turned restaurant. The dinner menu features award-winning pastas, fresh ﬁsh and ﬂatbread pizzas. Brunch (served with music when weather permits) includes frittata, smoked chicken and sweet potato hash and a crab and shrimp melt, and selections include a fruit or house salad and a basket of cinnamon rolls.

PLUMED HORSE $$$$ [French, American] 14555 Big Basin Way, Saratoga (408) 867-4711 www.plumedhorse.com

Plumed Horse is contemporary yet incredibly romantic, with chic interiors, an eye-catching ﬁreplace and an amazing transparent glass wine cellar. The French/American menu is impressive and luxurious, so much so that we recommend the tasting menu (offering items like caviar and ahi tuna, seared artisan foie gras and wild Columbia river sturgeon) to make sure you have a chance to savor everything. We’re not the only ones who think this place is top notch – the Michelin restaurant guide awarded them a coveted star.

SENT SOVI $$$$ [French] 14583 Big Basin Way, Saratoga (408) 867-3110 www.sentsovi.com

The food is as tasteful as the charmingly romantic dining room at Sent Sovi, a restaurant whose name means “sweet taste.” The menu changes seasonally and showcases French California cuisine, by way of natural ingredients. Entrées have included smoked paprika dusted scallops (with lemon boy tomato coulis, sunchoke puree, corn relish and brussels sprouts), and desserts such as the nectarine “Inside Out” baked Alaska with dark cherry-chocolate gelato.

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NICOLINO’S ITALIAN $$$ [Italian] 1228 Reamwood Ave., Sunnyvale (408) 7345323 www.nicolinosgardencafe.com

A classic, half-century-old dining establishment, Mariani’s presents gourmet Italian and American dishes in its romantic dining room, along with ﬁne wines, charming ambience and live entertainment. The dinner menu offers such dishes as gnocchi Italiano, chicken marsala and veal rollatini. A karaoke menu is also available, serving crispy prawns and spicy barbecued meatballs to accompany classic cocktails.

The flambé dessert and coffee, prepared at the table, are special treats at this old-world, magical restaurant. Luckily, finishing dinner before dessert isn’t a chore at Nicolino’s. Try the petti di pollo en croute (chicken breast sautéed and layered with prosciutto, provolone and marinara demi-glaze sauce, served in a puff pastry) before devouring a flaming classic cherries jubilee and caffe especiale.

[Mexican] 3149 Mission College Blvd., Santa Clara (408) 588-9865 www.mexicaligrill.com

Good times are to be had at the festive Mexicali Grill, where margarita choices are plentiful and “especiales” include mole rojo (chicken enchiladas covered with rich mole sauce made with 35 different ingredients) and fajitas (sizzling strips of sirloin or chicken breast marinated in tequila, lime juice and spices). No matter what authentic dish you order, be sure to save room for the Mexican fried ice cream.

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Sushi neophytes are always more eager to take the plunge knowing that the raw ﬁsh they’re about to eat has been raised naturally without antibiotics or growth hormones. Because they only use fresh and healthy ingredients, Sushi O Sushi’s patrons are hooked on their sashimi, nigiri, maki and temaki. Hot dinner plates of salmon, chicken, beef and tempura are also available, and equally fresh.

[Italian] 2500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara (408) 243-1431 www.marianis.com

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[Japanese, Sushi] 2789 El Camino Real, Santa Clara (408) 241-1677 www.sushiosushi.com

OCEAN BLUE SUSHI CLUB $$ [Japanese, Sushi] 1010 E. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale (408) 720-8840

Sleek, modern Asian décor and trendy music make the Ocean Blue Sushi Club a fun place to bring a date. Start out spicy with a ﬁrecracker roll (topped with sliced jalapeños and hot sauce) from the specialty sushi menu and share a sashimi platter. Hot Japanese fare, such as teriyaki chicken, tempura and an assortment of bento boxes is also available. TW

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NIGHTLIFE&MUSIC F E AT U R E The Song Remains the Same

Get the Led Out Company C Contemporary Ballet reinvents The Song Remains the Same. BY MITCHELL ALAN PARKER

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n the spirit of Led Zeppelin’s cultish obsession with numbers, we give a numerical account of Company C Contemporary Ballet’s upcoming world premiere performance of The Song Remains the Same – part of a dance repertoire set to classic Zeppelin tunes that’s being showcased at the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts on Feb. 21-22. The repertoire also includes Gregory Dawson’s Which Light in the Sky Is Us, Company C artistic director Charles Anderson’s Key to Songs, and David Parson’s The Envelope.

Estimated number of steps taken by dancers during the performance (about 1,000 per dancer!). Number of Led Zeppelin albums owned by Charles Anderson. Number of times Anderson has seen Led Zeppelin live. “I always wish that I had,” he says. “Although I attended numerous concerts in the ’80s where Robert Plant performed.” Estimated number of times dancer Gianna Davy listened to The Song Remains the Same to prepare for her performance.

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Number of times Davy listened to Song when it was released in 1976 (she wasn’t born yet). Running time of The Song Remains the Same ballet sequence. Number of years Anderson and his girlfriend, Lisa Goldin, have been together. Anderson says Goldin was his inspiration for the production, and that the ballet is his way of saying “Thank you for finding this music and for 17 years. For the next 17, I’m sure the song will remain the same.” The Song Remains The Same, Feb. 21-22 at the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St., Mountain View (650) 903-6000 www.ci.mtnview.ca.us/mvcpa

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NIGHTLIFE&MUSIC HEADLINERS LYKKE LI

Andrew Bird

February 15, The Fillmore, San Francisco www.livenation.com

REVEREND HORTON HEAT February 15, VooDoo Lounge, San Jose www.voodooloungesj.comFebruary 16, The Catalyst Club, Santa Cruz www.catalystclub.com

SUSAN TEDESCHI/ JAMES HUNTER

February 17, The Fillmore, San Francisco www.livenation.com

NOFX

February 17, The Catalyst Club, Santa Cruz www.catalystclub.com

JACKIE GREENE

February 10, 15, Slim’s, San Francisco www.slims-sf.com

February 18-19, Great American Music Hall, San Francisco www.gamh.com

CRADLE OF FILTH

ANDREW BIRD

NOFX

February 10, Grand Ballroom at the Regency Center, San Francisco www.ticketmaster.com

TODD SNIDER

February 10, Great American Music Hall, San Francisco www.gamh.com

AGENT ORANGE

February 14, The Catalyst Club, Santa Cruz www.catalystclub.com

THE MURDER CITY DEVILS

February 15, Great American Music Hall, San Francisco www.gamh.com

February 22, The Catalyst Club, Santa Cruz www.catalystclub.com

BIG HEAD TODD AND THE MONSTERS

February 24, The Catalyst Club, Santa Cruz www.catalystclub.com

BLONDIE

February 25, The Fillmore, San Francisco www.livenation.com

PENNYWISE

February 26, The Catalyst Club, Santa Cruz www.catalystclub.com

STS9

February 26-March 1, The Fillmore, San Francisco www.livenation.com

ST. VINCENT

February 27, Great American Music Hall, San Francisco www.gamh.com

February 19-20, The Fillmore, San Francisco www.livenation.com

HANK III

CELINE DION

February 20, HP Pavilion, San Jose www.hppsj.com

KINKY

February 28, Grand Ballroom at the Regency Center, San Francisco www.ticketmaster.com

COMING SOON

February 21, Grand Ballroom at the Regency Center, San Francisco www.ticketmaster.com

DROPKICK MURPHYS

DONOVAN FRANKENREITER

February 21, The Warfield, San Francisco www.thewarfieldtheatre.com

G. Love & Special Sauce, Jimmy Eat World, Cut Copy, The Pretenders, Kenny Rogers, The Expendables, Los Lobos, Millencolin, OK Go, Richie Havens, Britney Spears, Sun Kil Moon, Leon Redbone, Fleetwood Mac, Voodoo Glowskulls, and many more…

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Shoreline Billiards

14421 Big Basin Way, Saratoga (408) 867-5155 www.myspace.com/thebanklivemusic Monday-Friday: Happy Hour $1 off all drinks 5-6:30pm Thursday: Karaoke/Happy Hour $1 off all drinks 5-6:30pm

1400 N. Shoreline Blvd., Ste. C1, Mountain View (650) 964-0780 www.shorelinebilliards.com Monday-Thursday, Sunday: Pool League

Court’s Lounge

251 Castro St., Mountain View (650) 964-0780 www.vipzen.com Wednesday-Friday: The Ultimate Happy Hour till 10pm – $1 Beer, $2 Champagne, $3 Martinis, $4 Don Julio Shots

2425 S. Bascom Ave., Campbell (408) 559-9880 www.courtslounge.com Monday-Friday, Sunday: Dart League Monday: Pool League Monday-Sunday: Nightly Drink Specials

Fahrenheit Ultralounge 99 E. Fernando Rd., San Jose (408) 998-9998 www.fahrenheitultralounge.com Monday-Saturday: DJs & Dancing, Karaoke, Live Music Monday-Friday: Happy Hour 5-7pm

Zen Lounge

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NIGHTLIFE&MUSIC ALBUM REVIEWS

BY TOM LANHAM

GLASVEGAS Glasvegas ( C O L U M B I A ) A professional Scottish soccer player turns in his uniform after eight uneventful years, then forms a bagpipegrand rock ensemble that’s almost immediately hailed as the best new band in Britain? Sounds crazy, but that’s exactly what pensive poet-turned-singer/guitarist James Allan did with Glasvegas, which is worthy of every last cloying kudo. Records simply don’t come any more majestic than this sweeping, moor-desolate debut, all a-rumble with ominous “Big Country Meets Bunnymen” fretwork, Phil Spector-spooky reverb, and Allan’s thick working-class burr, which often needs a lyric sheet for decoding (“Forgeh yoor dah hiss gawn,” for example, translates to “Forget your dad, he’s gone”). Not since Oasis has an outfit so perfectly tapped into the soul-stifling ennui of the UK’s lager-swilling, football-mad masses and, just by daring to sing about it, turned it into a soul-stirring celebration. Get on board with Glasvegas now, or liff tew raygrit ett.

LISA HANNIGAN Sea Sew ( AT O ) At one point, Damien Rice and his Celtic counterpoint crooner, Lisa Hannigan, seemed inseparable. But their seven-year partnership came to a screeching halt two years ago when the temperamental Rice summarily fired Hannigan mere minutes before a concert in Munich. Not exactly the most PC of pink slips. But revenge is sweet indeed on this delectable debut disc, which puts Rice’s former collaborator firmly in a spotlight that just might eclipse her sorely overrated ex-partner. It’s not a novel approach (melding coffeehouse-confessional poetry with traditional Irish-folk melodies), but the warm-throated singer makes it work, putting a lovably eccentric topspin on every track. In one whispery cut, Hannigan likens a relationship to a “Venn Diagram,” while another (“Splishy Splashy”) features just her voice wafting over acoustic guitar, creating the sense of a character study scribbled across a late-night cocktail napkin. Hannigan really hits her stride on the chugging, string-powered “I Don’t Know,” wherein she coyly observes “I don’t know what you smoke or all the countries that you’ve been to / If you speak any languages other than your own / I’d like to meet you... I am game.” As the leadoff single, it’s pop/folk perfection, the kind of addictive ditty you’ll be hearing in coffeehouses all spring.

ANTONY AND THE JOHNSONS The Crying Light ( S E C R E T LY C A N A D I A N )

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It makes perfect aesthetic sense that a spooky portrait of Japanese Butoh dancer Kazuo Ohno adorns the cover of this sophomore set from Antony Hegarty. In another era, another land, the vibrato-fluttery stylist might well have been some equally exotic star of Noh or Kabuki theatre – he’s that classy, that original, and that genre (and gender) bending. Naturally, Hegarty’s carefully sculpted works are a bit of an acquired taste – more soundscapes than songs, they’re sort of like sitting through your first Wagnerian opera and eventually getting caught up in all of its attendant sturm und drang. His surreal singing voice is perhaps best described as an old Bronski Beat 45 slowed down to hypnotic 16 RPM; his arrangements, piano-based and processional, often building into symphonic crescendos (as on “Daylight and the Sun”). With the occasional exception, like “Aeon” (which actually manages to blend electric guitar, ethereal harp and an almost Gospel backing chorus), this is probably the last thing a Top 40 radio programmer would put into rotation. But Antony’s strength is the arcane atmosphere he achieves on “Another World,” where drapes of funereal part long enough for him to intone “I need another world, this one’s nearly gone.” Dark? Hell, yeah – but also just as rewarding as Ohno’s craft of Butoh.

CUT OFF YOUR HANDS You & I ( F R E N C H K I S S ) Is there something in the water in New Zealand or what? Historically, almost every outfit blasting out of that Antipodean island (The Bats, Chills, Muttonbirds, to name a few) skews its songs with a totally offkilter sensibility that’s uniquely Kiwi. The latest entry is the quirky Auckland quartet Cut Off Your Hands, which fast-forwards classic ‘60s pop hooks into a punky, hyperventilated future. It’s obvious from Track 1 of this Bernard Butler-produced debut, “Happy As Can Be,” which opens on a galloping power chord wallop and melody line from front man Nick Johnston that, if you listen closely, eerily echoes The Beatles’ “Please Please Me.” And that’s probably no accident. Like most of its predecessors, this combo is crafty, and so in love with hummable harmonies, that they actually revolve “It Doesn’t Matter” around chipper band-camp whistling. Lyrically, they’re just as shrewd: Witness Johnston’s hilarious childhood church reminiscence, “In The Name Of Jesus Christ,” which calls every last genuflecting hooligan on the hypocritical carpet. Along with Glasvegas, this is definitely one of the bands to watch in 2009. TW 48

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NIGHTLIFE&MUSIC CONCERT PREVIEWS Lykke Li

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Punks, devils, a Swede and a songbird: The Bay Area music scene gets a strange February makeover. BY MITCHELL ALAN PARKER

NOFX F E B R U A RY 1 0 , 1 5 , S L I M ’ S , S A N F R A N C I S C O W W W. S L I M S - S F. C O M

THE MURDER CITY DEVILS F E B R U A R Y 1 5 , G R E AT A M E R I C A N MUSIC HALL, SAN FRANCISCO W W W. G A M H . C O M

Cool name? Check. Dark indie sound? Check. Roots in the mid-’90s Seattle garage rock scene? Check. An early break-up that makes the music all the more iconic? Check. This macabre rock band embarks on their first tour in almost eight years, visiting only a handful of venues on the West Coast. If you can’t make it to the Great American Music Hall show, the Devils have been known to do surprise performances. So it wouldn’t be an entirely insane idea to pal around

LYKKE LI F E B R U A RY 1 5 , T H E F I L L M O R E , SAN FRANCISCO W W W. L I V E N AT I O N . C O M

After chatting with this songstress last year [Vol. 8, Iss. 22], we were so overwhelmed by her story and charisma, we’ve been playing her music nonstop. Li’s crispy, childlike whispering and melodic swooning is irresistible. Her intimate music makes seeing her in concert all the more purposeful. Take a date or go stag – you certainly won’t leave alone. It’s the perfect Valentines celebratory concert, as love will surely be in the air.

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Cinnabar Winery Tasting Room 14612 Big Basin Way, Saratoga (408) 867-1010 www.cinnabarwine.com We invite you to visit our beautiful tasting room. Located in the quaint, historical village of Saratoga, flanked by the magnificent Santa Cruz Mountains.

Pedrizzetti Winery 1645 San Pedro Ave., Morgan Hill (408) 779-7389 www.pedrizzettiwinery.com Open Tue-Sun 10am-5pm (closed most holidays).

Tessora’s Barra di Vino 1875 S. Bascom Ave., Campbell (408) 626-7711 Tessora’s has a focus on wines from Northern and Central California. We also have a fine inventory of International Wines. Selections from France, Germany, Spain and of course Italy! We offer a special and fun selection of beer. Good wine is a good familiar creature if it be well used.

Vino Locale 431 Kipling St., Palo Alto (650) 328-0450 www.vinolocale.com Vino Locale is the perfect place to host a business or social event in an elegant and private setting. Open Tue-Sat 11am-9pm, Sun Noon-5pm.

ANDREW BIRD

The Wine Room

F E B R U A RY 1 9 - 2 0 , T H E F I L L M O R E , SAN FRANCISCO W W W. L I V E N AT I O N . C O M

From early childhood, Andrew Bird was educated in the Suzuki method, a nurturing environment rife with music education (which means that the indie folk singer can make fingernails on a chalkboard sound like Mozart messing around on a baby grand piano). As a multi-instrumentalist, his concerts are nothing short of extraordinary. Bird is a proficient violinist and whistler. That’s right, whistler. Not to say he can expertly whistle “I’ve Been Working on the Railroad” (though we have no doubt that he can). What we mean is that he can whistle better than most people can play guitar, using his whistle as a dynamic instrument. Maybe that’s how he got his last name. TW

Wine Bar & Wine Shop features wines from all the great wine producing regions of the world – all wines rated 90 points or higher and retail for $39/bottle or less. Check website for details on: wine classes, wine clubs, private events, tasting specials, live jazz and online sales (including gift certificates).

Rabbit’s Foot Meadery 1246 Birchwood Dr.,Sunnyvale (408) 261-1603 www.rabbitsfootmeadery.com Our famous cider is available at Whole Foods Markets and Oliver’s Markets.

Roudon-Smith Winery

520 Ramona St., Palo Alto (650) 322-1292 www.thepawineroom.com The Wine Room is located in the deLemos art & crafts building in the historic section of beautiful downtown Palo Alto. We serve up an eclectic variety of wines from around the world. Come in and sample a flight, have a glass, or share a bottle and a cheese plate off of our light fare menu with friends, family or clients. February 18: Tasting from Pelican Ranch Winery, 5pm February 25: Tasting from Ceja Vinyards & Winery, 5pm

2364 Bean Creek Rd., Scotts Valley (831) 438-1244 www.roudonsmith.com Wine Tasting: Sat Noon-4:30pm. WINE SHOPS

Savvy Cellar Wines 2048 Broadway St., Redwood City (650) 363-8737 www.savvycellar.com Experience top quality wines without having to spend an arm and a leg. Savvy Cellar

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Punk rock, ska punk, skate punk – whatever you want to call the genre NOFX embodies, it’s good. The mid-’90s saw the stellar release of Punk in Drublic, which went gold without any promotion or radio play, making them one of the most successful indie bands to date. Now based in San Francisco, NOFX are still doing what they’ve done since the late ’80s: goof off, play punk music, and goof off some more. Slim’s is a great venue to see this semi-local band. Expect them in a good mood, surrounded by devout fans and close friends. If you can’t make it to either of these shows, head out to Santa Cruz on Feb. 17 to catch them at The Catalyst Club. If you can’t catch them there, don’t sweat it. They have plans to play the 2009 Warped Tour in support of yet another studio album (their 11th).

in San Francisco on Valentines Day weekend and listen for the dark rumors to spread.

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Movies&TV Bloomwood, a consumer-obsessed young woman who stumbles around department stores and fakes her way through financial journalism, fan dancing and speaking Finnish. We chatted with her about the film, her own tastes in fashion, her gift for physical comedy and tapping into her inner idiot. The Wave: What was the most fun style discovery you made making this film? Isla Fisher: Using a lot of color in my wardrobe. I’m fairly conservative normally and I just feel like [costume designer] Patricia Fields brought out the color in me. I now love to wear color. TW: Who are your favorite fashion designers? IF: A part of this business, obviously, is the pageantry of the red carpet, and you get dressed by incredible designers, so I’d have to say I love Stella McCartney. I love Vivian Westwood. I love Zac Posen. I tend to go for more kind of classic. I love Prada. I feel very blessed to wear any of those dresses. TW: Did you work with the costumer on choosing the outfits? IF: I did. Patricia was extremely collaborative. I only had one request, which is that I wanted my character to wear extremely high heels so she could totter. I think there’s nothing funnier than a comedic character tottering and the impracticality of wearing something that clearly doesn’t fit her and is uncomfortable – but she’s a shopaholic, so she has to have it.

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Good Credit Isla Fisher channels her inner idiot in Confessions of a Shopaholic. BY FRED TOPEL

MOVIE: Confessions of a Shopaholic DIRECTED BY: P.J. Hogan STARRING: Isla Fisher, Hugh Dancy, Joan Cusack, John Goodman STUDIO: Touchstone Pictures and Jerry Bruckheimer Films

t’s about time Isla Fisher got her own movie. After stealing all of her scenes as Vince Vaughn’s adorably psychotic love interest in Wedding Crashers, not to mention earning her dues through a host of supporting roles, the delightfully funny Australian (and fiancé of Sasha Baron “Borat” Cohen) has a vehicle that really showcases her talents. Confessions of a Shopaholic stars Fisher as Rebecca 50

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TW: Does this movie have a lesson for people now faced with economic turmoil? IF: Obviously, this movie was conceived during a different economic period and the lessons that Rebecca Bloomwood learns in the movie, we have all been learning recently. So it feels very topical. I’m really proud of the responsible way that we handle that issue at the end of the movie. TW: Can you tell us about the scene where you have to do a fan dance? IF: It’s always been a comic dream of mine to attempt to seduce a man doing a dance that’s actually repulsive. So the opportunity of doing that arose during this movie, and I embraced it. I really enjoyed every minute of it. TW: Did you do any choreography or was it all done for you? IF: No, no, they’re all (I’m embarrassed to admit) my own moves. TW: Did you learn any Finnish? IF: No, but I really enjoyed speaking it at the end of the movie – that was a lot of fun. TW: Your character falls for her editor in the movie.

What’s your take on workplace romance? IF: I think it works out very well for Rebecca Bloomwood in this story because Luke Brandon [Hugh Dancy’s character] actually uncovers her voice and helps her to fulfill. She doesn’t realize how talented she is until she meets him. And for him, he learns to loosen up. That’s why I think their relationship is so nice – they learn so much from each other. Personally, I’m not a fan of romance in the workplace, because you’re stuck seeing someone every day. TW: Did you do any research for Shopaholics Anonymous? IF: I did, actually. I went to Spenders Anonymous groups and Underearners and Overspenders groups and it was fascinating. There are all different styles and types of shopping. There’s trophy shopping, image shopping, collecting, bulimic shopping. As funny as it sounds, it’s obviously also pretty sad, too. But I definitely learned a lot, and that it affects men as often as women. TW: How did you develop your talent for physical comedy? IF: I trained at Jacques Lecoq, a theatre school in Paris, where Simon McBurney, who’s a very famous French clown (well, he’s English actually), and a lot of the theatre troupe Complicite train. We focus on Comedia Dell’Arte and bouffant and mime. So, technically, I definitely learned the skill-set. But, just personally, I’ve always been someone who loves to tap into their inner idiot. I’ve always been the clown of my family and I’ve always just enjoyed mucking about. I’m just fortunate that I get paid to do that now. TW: Do you plan on sticking to comedy or exploring more drama? IF: I love comedy. I love, just love, the freedom that comedy brings, but I’m open to working with any filmmakers. TW: With your training, are you meticulous about every pratfall or reaction? Do you plan those, and practice them? IF: No, I just try to keep really loose and stay in the moment and not have any sort of hope for what I’m going to do. I’m not a method actress, but I prepare at home and then I just try not to be self-conscious. I think a lot of people ask how come I got the role or I got into comedy, and I just think it’s because I’m willing to pull faces. A lot of actors and actresses aren’t willing to do that. TW: So what we’re seeing is natural? IF: Yes. TW Confessions of a Shopaholic opens everywhere Feb. 13. For tickets, to go www.cameracinemas.com or www.cineluxtheatres.com.

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ARTS F E AT U R E Opera San Jose’s Cosi fan tutte

This Month’s Drama A transvestite, a cubist and a soprano all take the stage in February. BY MICHAEL J. VAUGHN

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ne of the more “buzz worthy” entries in the 2008-2009 arts schedule is San Jose Stage’s production of I Am My Own Wife, Doug Wright’s immensely acclaimed one-man, 40-role play about Charlotte von Mahlsdorf, a German transvestite who gained notoriety as the founder of the Gründerzeit, a museum in Berlin of everyday items. Born Lothar Berfelde in 1928, Charlotte found her world upended in 1944 when her mother fled during the evacuation; her father, Max, a Nazi party leader, then threatened her with a gun and demanded that she choose between himself and her mother. Charlotte waited till Max was asleep and struck him dead with a rolling pin. Then things got interesting. Besides the obvious central thread (the idea of surviving both the Nazis and the Communists as a transvestite), I Am explores quite a few items on the murkier side: accusations that Charlotte not only built her museum from the wreckage of Jewish households, but had supplied information to the East German Stasi, not to mention her less-than-flattering comments about the gay rights movement. I Am My Own Wife, Feb. 11- Mar. 8, $20-$50, San Jose Stage, 490 S. First St., San Jose (408) 283-7142 www.sjstage.com.

San Jose Rep’s production of Jeffrey Hatcher’s A Picasso is so sexually charged, you may feel the need for a cigarette afterward. Forcefully summoned to a Nazi warehouse to verify the 52

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authenticity of three of his works, Picasso comes up against Miss Fischer, a German curator who seems to despise him, despite possessing a suspiciously encyclopedic knowledge about his work. James Carpenter and Carrie Paff spend the entire 70 minutes invading each other’s personal spaces. Thank goodness it’s performed without a break, because none of us would have survived a second act. A Picasso, thru Feb. 22, $16-$61, San Jose Repertory, 101 Paseo de San Antonio, San Jose (408) 367-7255 www.sjrep.com

Perhaps the most intriguing character in the creation of Cosi fan tutte is the soprano Adriana Ferrarese del Bene. Following his usual practice of fitting specific roles to specific singers, Mozart took advantage of the soprano’s exceptional range (strong at both the higher and lower registers) to create a role that has plagued sopranos ever since. Funny thing was, Ferrarese not only proved sorely lacking in many other facets (that is to say, comedy and acting), but aside from this role and a few turns as Susanna in The Marriage of Figaro, had a rather lackluster career. She did, however, have a torrid affair with librettist Lorenzo da Ponte, providing inspiration for the opera’s intriguingly conflicted views on romance. Cosi fan tutte, thru Feb. 22, $69-$91, Opera San Jose, California Theatre, 345 S. First St., San Jose (408) 437-4450 www.operasj.org TW

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Lucie Stern Community Center, 1305 Middlefield Rd., Palo Alto (650) 424-9999 www.wbopera.org

Composed by Christoph Willibald Gluck, and based on the legend of Orpheus and his star-crossed attempt to free his wife from Hades: 2/20-3/1 PALO ALTO PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA

Lewis deSoto: Before After, San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art, thru Mar. 28 IF YOU HAVE AN IDEA FOR A LISTING, OR KNOW OF SOMETHING HAPPENING THAT YOU'RE AFRAID WE'LL OVERLOOK, PLEASE EMAIL YOUR ARTS EVENT TO EVENTS@THEWAVEMAG.COM.

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San Jose Repertory Theatre, 101 Paseo de San Antonio, San Jose (408) 367-7255 www.sjrep.com

It’s Paris in 1941, and the German occupation has established an oppressed, paranoid culture. Pablo Picasso is forced to justify his creativity in an intense and passionate game of cat and mouse [See Arts feature, page 52]: Thru 2/22 BUS STOP

Bus Barn Theatre, 97 Hillview Ave., Los Altos www.busbarn.org

In the midst of a howling blizzard, a busload of passengers holes up in a roadside diner in Kansas. Love, friendship and life lessons abound in this comedy by one of America’s greatest playwrights, Pulitzer Prize winner William Inge: Thru 2/21 FIRST PERSON SHOOTER

City Lights Theatre, 529 S. Second St., San Jose (408) 295-4200 www.cltc.org

After a Columbine-style shooting, the developers of a violent videogame receive a thank you letter from the shooter written just before his rampage and suicide. Who is truly at fault when videogame violence becomes all too real? Thru 2/22

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Dragon Theatre, 535 Alma St., Palo Alto (800) 838-3006 www.dragonproductions.net

An affectionate yet unrelentingly satirical look at small-town Southern life and culture: Thru 3/1 THE KITCHEN WITCHES

Triton Museum Hall Pavilion, 1505 Warburton Ave., Santa Clara (408) 248-7993

Putting cooking show stars (and hated rivals for more than 30 years) Isobel Lomax and Dolly Biddle together under the proverbial single roof (much to the chagrin of Dolly’s son and TV producer, Stephen) is a recipe for hilarious disaster: Thru 2/14 HAMLET

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Library, 150 E. San Fernando St., San Jose (408) 722-2628 arclightrep.art.officelive.com

Something’s rotten in the state of Denmark, but Arclight Repertory Theatre’s presentation of the Bard’s famous play is anything but: 2/15 I AM MY OWN WIFE

San Jose Stage Theatre, 490 S. First St., San Jose (408) 2837142 www.sanjose-stage.com

Charlotte von Mahlsdorf survives against both Nazis and Communism while living behind the Berlin Wall. When the walls came down, Charlotte was still standing [See Arts feature, page 52]: 2/11-3/8 THE LITTLE PRINCE

Theatre on San Pedro Square, 29 N. San Pedro St., Ste. 200, San Jose (408) 679-2330 www.tabardtheatre.org

An adaptation of Antoine de Saint Exupery’s globally recognized children’s book: Thru 2/14 ONCE ON THIS ISLAND

Sunnyvale Community Center Theatre, 550 E. Remington Ave., Sunnyvale (408) 733-6611 www.sunnyvaleplayers.org

Ti Moune rescues, nurses and falls in love with Daniel, the mulatto scion of a rich family, setting in motion a spiritual quest that pits her against the forces of prejudice, hate and death: 2/20-3/15 REALLY ROSIE

Sunnyvale Community Center Theatre, 550 E. Remington Ave., Sunnyvale (408) 245-2978

Self-proclaimed leader Rosie, the sassiest kid on the block, entertains the neighborhood in a self-directed movie based on her exciting, dramatic and slightly exaggerated life: Thru 2/14 SOMETIMES I CRY

Mexican Heritage Plaza Theatre, 1700 Alum Rock Ave., San Jose (408) 272-9924

AIDS activist and award-winning actress Sheryl Lee Ralph in a solo performance depicting the real-life struggles and tribulations of women victimized by AIDS: 2/21 THE UNEXPECTED GUEST

Black Box Theatre, 848 E. William St., San Jose (408) 2887820 www.blackboxtheatre.com

A stranger enters a house to discover a wife holding a gun over her murdered husband, but nothing is as it seems in this adaptation of this Agatha Christie mystery: 2/12-3/8 THE WILL ROGERS FOLLIES

Saratoga Civic Center, 13777 Fruitvale Ave., Saratoga (408) 266-4734

The Tony Award-winning musical sets the famous American humorist’s life against a backdrop of rope tricks and the Ziegfield Follies (which Rogers often headlined): Thru 2/21

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CLASSICAL MUSIC & OPERA AN EVENING OF ROMANCE

Le Petit Trianon, 72 N. Fifth St., San Jose (408) 236-3350 www.trianontheatre.com

Mission Chamber Orchestra features some of the greatest romantic music ever composed, by the likes of Dvorak, Tchaikovsky, Elgar and others: 2/14 CHARLES DUTOIT CONDUCTS SCHEHERAZADE

Flint Center for the Performing Arts, 21250 Stevens Creek Blvd., Cupertino (408) 864-8820

Rimsky-Korsakov presents the wondrous tales of 1,001 Arabian nights: 2/12 COSI FAN TUTTE

California Theatre, 345 S First St., San Jose (408) 437-4450 californiatheatre.sanjose.org

How much are we willing to wager on a loved one’s fidelity? A richly human comedy-tragedy by Opera San Jose [See Arts feature, page 52]: Thru 2/22 KRONOS QUARTET Dinkelspiel Auditorium – Stanford University, 471 Lagunita Dr., Stanford (650) 725-2787 livelyarts.stanford.edu

The Grammy Award-winning string quartet explores the contemporary and mystical musical traditions of Eastern Europe: 2/20 THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO

Santa Clara University – Recital Hall, Franklin and Lafayette, Bldg. 114, Santa Clara (408) 554-4015

A recounting of a single day in the palace of the two-timing Count Almaviva: 2/20-22 THE MESSIAEN CENTENARY

Dinkelspiel Auditorium – Stanford University, 471 Lagunita Dr., Stanford (650) 725-2787 livelyarts.stanford.edu

Acclaimed pianist Christopher Taylor presents Oliver Messiaen’s Vingt Regards sur l’Efant Jesus: 2/22 OPERA FANTASIES Dinkelspiel Auditorium – Stanford University, 471 Lagunita Dr., Stanford (650) 725-2787 livelyarts.stanford.edu

Violin virtuoso Livia Sohn gives “voice” to two centuries of operatic themes: 2/15

Cubberley Community Center Theatre, 4000 Middlefield Rd., Palo Alto (650) 329-2418

An all-American concert, opening with Aaron Copeland’s Fanfare for the Common Man, and featuring violinist David Felberg: 2/21 TRAGEDIA, COMMEDIA Y PIAZZOLLA

Cathedral Basilica of St. Joseph, 80 S. Market St., San Jose (866) 468-3399 www.stjosephcathedral.org

Music at the Mission celebrates the life works of Astor Piazzolla and his vibrant mixing of classical, jazz and tango themes: 2/19-20 TRIO CON BRIO COPENHAGEN Le Petit Trianon, 72 N. Fifth St., San Jose (408) 286-5111 www.sjchambermusic.org

Since winning the 1999 ARD competition in Munich, the trio has rapidly risen in global acclaim: 2/22 WINTER SPIRIT – THE SINFONIETTA ORCHESTRA Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St., Mountain View (650) 213-7111 www.ecys.org

El Camino Youth Symphony proudly presents its winter concert, featuring Schubert’s Unfinished Symphony in B minor, and solo performances by Max Wu, Shannon Walsh and Allen Huang: 2/14

DANCE THE LIMON CENTENARY

Dinkelspiel Auditorium – Stanford University, 471 Lagunita Dr., Stanford (650) 725-2787 livelyarts.Stanford.edu

A tale of Jose Limon’s childhood in Mexico to his immigration to the United States, and the path he took as a painter and dancer in New York City: 2/18 THE LUJIANPING 2009 ANNUAL SHOWCASE Heritage Theatre, 1 W. Campbell Ave., Campbell (408) 660-6881

The Lujianping Arts & Dance students promote and showcase traditional Chinese dance: 2/21-22

MUSEUMS CANTOR ARTS CENTER Palm Dr. at Museum Way, Stanford University (650) 7234177 www.museum.stanford.edu

Auguste Rodin Collection: The largest collection of Rodin bronzes outside of Paris: Ongoing. Papua New Guinea Sculpture Garden: Wood and stone carvings of people, animals and mythical beings: Ongoing. Living Traditions: Arts of the Americas: A collection of work from diverse Native American peoples and times: Ongoing. Explore Outdoor Sculpture: Enjoy beautiful weather and the works of Auguste Rodin, Maya Lin, Beverly Pepper, Richard Serra and

Andy Goldsworthy: Third Sunday of each month. Goltzius and His Circle: A demonstration of the master’s influence over artists of the period: Thru 3/29. Dürer to Picasso: Featuring 100 works from the Renaissance to WWII, from such European and American artists as Goya, Max Ernst, Joan Miro, Edvard Munch and more: Thru 2/15. Timbuktu to Capetown: Featuring 50 of the most important African works acquired by the Center over the last decade: Thru 3/22. Andy Warhol Prints: Photographic prints from one of the most famous artists of the modern era: Thru 4/19 CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY MUSEUM 180 Woz Way, San Jose (408) 298-5437 www.cdm.org

Children’s Art Gallery: Established between the upstairs elevator and the CDMedia Studio, honoring the work and talent of local children: Ongoing LOS ALTOS HISTORY MUSEUM 51 S. San Antonio Rd., Los Altos (650) 948-9427 www.losaltoshistory.org

Trains Mean Business: The Southern Pacific Railroad put Los Altos on the map in 1908. The exhibit covers the railroad’s impact on the city throughout the early 20th century: Ongoing ROSICRUCIAN EGYPTIAN MUSEUM 1660 Park Ave., San Jose (408) 947-3636 www. egyptianmuseum.org

History of the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum Exhibit: This exhibit shows the museum’s transformation from one artifact in an office to a museum with more than 4,000 artifacts: Ongoing SAN JOSE MUSEUM OF ART 110 S. Market St., San Jose (408) 271-6840 www.sjmusart.org

Frida Kahlo – Portraits of an Icon: An exhibition of nearly 40 photographic portraits of the legendary Mexican artist: Thru 3/22. This End Up: The Art of Cardboard: A multiartist exhibit of cardboard art, including works by Frank Gehry: Thru 2/15. The Prints of Andy Warhol: From the infamous Campbell soup can to the various prints of Marilyn Monroe, Jackie Kennedy and Elizabeth Taylor, Warhol’s infamous assault on the 1960s art scene is represented in this exhibit of more than 60 lithographs and screen prints: 2/18-5/31 SAN JOSE MUSEUM OF QUILTS & TEXTILES 520 S. First St., San Jose (408) 971-0323 www.sjquiltmuseum.org

Changeing Landscapes: Contemporary Chinese Fiber Art: The first exhibition of contemporary Chinese fiber art in the United States, featuring 45 works by 48 fiber artists: Thru 4/26. Chinese Folk Art Traditions, Transition and Influence: Collector Sally Yu Leung discusses traditional Chinese folk art and its influence on contemporary fiber art: 2/22 STANFORD ART SPACES 420 Via Palou, Stanford (650) 725-3622 cis.stanford. edu/~marigros

Featured Artists: Featuring the paintings of Wendy Brayton and Rebecca Stanton, and the textile works of Marcia Stein: Thru 3/12

TECH MUSEUM OF INNOVATION 201 S. Market St., San Jose (408) 294-TECH www.thetech.org

IDEA House: An interactive program space encourages you to formulate and synthesize like never before: Ongoing. Green by Design: Designs with a green approach, aiming to prevent environmental problems and improve lives: Ongoing. View from Space: Science made visible in an exhibit that displays weather, aircraft and daily patterns from space: Ongoing

GALLERIES BRUNI GALLERY 394 E. Campbell Ave., Campbell (408) 370-4700 www.brunijazzart.com

Tribute to Ayrton Senna, Master of Formula 1 Racing: Artist Bruni Sablan portrays racing master Ayrton Senna: Thru 4/30. Grit & Grace – Hockey Art: Oil painting exhibit by Mark Gray: Thru 4/30 DE SAISSET MUSEUM 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara (408) 554-4528 www.scu.edu/desaisset

Natural Blunders: An introspective look at western civilization’s often adversarial relationship with nature: Thru 3/20 MODERNBOOK GALLERY 494 University Ave. Palo Alto (650) 327-6325 www.modernbook.com

In Flight: Abstract works of landscape from a bird’s eye view from artist Julianne Kost: Thru 3/1. Urban Constructs: Photography from Richard Stultz, focusing on the urban landscape and architecture that surrounds us: Thru 3/1 PALO ALTO ARTS CENTER 1313 Newell Rd., Palo Alto (650) 329-2366 www.cityofpaloalto.org/artcenter

Joe Brubaker: Somnambulists: The Bay Area artist’s polychromatic sculptures not only evokes memories of Santos, the hand-carved figures of saints and angels of colonial Latin America, but blends in realism and reductive, abstract elements: Thru 4/26. Tales from an Imaginary Menagerie: Featuring drawings and sculptures from nearly two dozen artists, this exhibit showcases the wild imaginings of anthropomorphic art, and celebrates the 200th anniversary of the birth of Charles Darwin: Thru 4/26 SAN JOSE CITY HALL’S CITY WINDOW GALLERY Fourth & Santa Clara Sts., San Jose

Bike Show: A Celebration of Cycle Art and Culture: An exhibit exploring the history and art of cycling: 2/14-21 SAN JOSE INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ART 560 S. First St., San Jose (408) 283-8155 www.sjica.org

Lewis deSoto: Before After: This will be the San Francisco artist’s first comprehensive solo retrospective: Thru 3/28. Night Moves: After-dark programming in the ICA’s front windows: Ongoing TW

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Graduate School of Traditional Chinese Medicine 3031 Tisch Way, ste 507, San Jose, CA 95128 ■ www.fivebranches.edu For more information, please contact Mimi Latno (408) 260-0208, sjextension@fivebranches.edu

Fit for the Family Make exercise “relatively” fun at these local hot spots. BY IRENE KEW

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ure, it’s hard sometimes to stop and exercise in today’s fast-paced world. But for time-crunched parents juggling careers and children, the solution is simple: work out as a family. Beyond the usual benefits of regular exercise (healthier bodies, stronger bones and reduced stress), experts say that families who exercise together tend to be happier and have better communication. On top of that, getting in shape with mom and dad means picking up healthy habits that will last kids a lifetime. Here are a few places where you can have fun and get fit as a family.

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Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve, Cristo Rey Dr., Los Altos (650) 691-1200 www.openspace.org

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With more than 23 miles of gorgeous trails, the 3,800-acre Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve is a perfect place to hike, bike, even horseback ride. The moderate threemile Wildcat Loop Trail follows a tranquil creek to scenic views of Mt. Tamalpais and Mt. Hamilton on clear days, and includes a stop at the kid-friendly Deer Hollow Farm. The 10-acre working farm is home to cows, pigs, goats, sheep, ducks, chickens and other animals, along with a large organic garden and many century-old ranch buildings.

Sky High Sports, 2880 Mead Ave., Santa Clara (408) 492-1139 www.jumpskyhigh.com

Sky High Sports takes family fitness and fun to new heights – literally. Boasting trampoline-lined floors and walls, this innovative indoor arena is divided into three sections: a main court for jumping, another for dodgeball, and a foam pit where adults and kids can jump into a sea of soft foam bricks. Even little ones can join the fun (there’s a section in the foam pit reserved solely for children under seven). Bounce-A-Rama, 1450 Great Mall Dr., Milpitas (408) 200-8888 www.bounce-a-rama.com

The recently opened Bounce-A-Rama in Milpitas is a vast indoor playground filled with gigantic inflatable bounce houses, slides and obstacle courses that are sturdy enough for adults, yet safe enough for the wee ones. From a huge inflatable Batman to an impressive multisport arena, each structure has a unique theme, including the toddlerfriendly Baby Magicland. The fun continues in the Game Zone, where adults and kids can indulge in a wide range of arcade games and kiddie rides. 59

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FAMILY&COMMUNITY EVENT Dunstan Baby Language Classes, Baby Buzz, Feb. 11

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BUSINESS ACCELERATED NETWORKING LUNCH: 2/13 Crowne Plaza Cabana, 4290 El Camino Real, Palo Alto (408) 288-8484 events. ewomennetwork.com

Join fellow San Jose businesswomen for an informative afternoon of networking and a tasty lunch: 10:30am-1:30pm

MEETINGS FASHIONTINI THURSDAY: 2/19 Vbar – Hotel Valencia, 355 Santana Row, San Jose (408) 423-5405 www.hotelvalencia.com

Grab your girlfriends and make your way to the ultra swank Vbar and enjoy a fabulous fashion show featuring Santana Row boutiques, hip music, martinis, and door prizes: 7-9pm

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BETTER BREATHERS CLUB: 2/23 Breath California, 1469 Park Ave., San Jose (408) 998-5865 www.lungsrus.org

A support group for individuals and families suffering from lung diseases: 1:30-3pm

23RD ANNUAL SAN FRANCISCO TRIBAL & TEXTILE ART SHOW: 2/13-15 Fort Mason Center, Buchanan & Marina, San Francisco www.fortmason.org

An impressive array of sculptures, accessories and antiques from Southeast Asia, the Oceanic Islands, the Middle East, Central and South America, Africa, the Cook Islands and Solomon Islands, Polynesia and Indonesia. SAN FRANCISCO ROD, CUSTOM AND MOTORCYCLE SHOW: 2/20-22 Cow Palace, 2600 Geneva Ave., Daly City www.sfcustomshow.com

Swing by the Cow Palace and check out some of the baddest custom motorcycles and hot rods around, along with live music and special appearances. 2009 PENINSULA HOME & GARDEN SHOW: 2/20-22 San Mateo Event Center, 2495 S. Delaware St., San Mateo www.peninsulahomeshow.com

You’ll find hundreds of exhibitors offering everything from landscape ideas to remodeling guides that can help turn your home into a DREAM HOME!

HOLISTIC MOMS NETWORK MEETING: EVERY FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

MODERN BRIDAL FAIRE: 2/22

Rozenhart Family Chiropractic, 4620-B Meridian Ave., San Jose

The Modern Bridal Faire has all the bases covered, from florists, photographers, bridal gowns, live music, invitations, caterers, limousines, reception sites, and so much more: 11am

Join holistic parents to find support and resources to become a better parent and to build a thriving community: 6:30pm

FESTIVALS & EXPOS TULIPMANIA: 2/11-16 Pier 39, Beach St. & The Embarcadero, San Francisco (415) 705-5500 www.pier39.com

Pier 39 will be covered in 39,000 tulips of every color, along with experts giving gardening tips and tulip tours: 10am

San Jose Convention Center, 150 W. San Carlos St., San Jose www.modernbridal.com

CINEQUEST 19: 2/25-3/8 Venues throughout San Jose www.cinequest.org

If you’re a lover of cinema, then don’t miss this year’s Cinequest, featuring more than 180 feature and short films, appearances from luminaries including actor /comic Kevin Pollak and Oscar winner Diablo Cody [See Spotlight, page 8]. STITCHES WEST 2009 KNITTING EXPO: 2/26 Santa Clara Convention

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Center, 5001 Great America Pkwy., Santa Clara www. knittinguniverse.com/expos/

Come and check out the latest goings-on in the knitting scene, featuring more than 200 vendors, book signings, demonstrations and more! BANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL WORLD TOUR: 2/27-28 Rio Theatre, 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz (831) 459-2806 www.ucscrecreation.com

A collection of inspiring environmental and adventure mountain films, featuring breathtaking landscapes and upclose-and-personal views of the exciting world of mountain sports: 7-10pm

FAMILY ACTIVITIES FRIDAY FUN: VALENTINES DAY: 2/13 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library, 150 E. San Fernando St., San Jose (408) 808-2183

Children, teens and families are invited to come and create some fun Valentines Day crafts: 4-5pm STORIES FROM THE PAST PROGRAM: 2/13 San Mateo County History Museum, 2200 Broadway, Redwood City (650) 299-0104 www.historysmc.org

Listen to a Native American story, Two Bear Cubs, and then grind acorns as the Ohlone did and learn a Native American game: Designed for preschoolers: 11am SAN JOSE CLASSIC: 2/13-21 Events throughout San Jose www.sanjoseclassic.com

Don’t miss a whole week’s worth of activities, including a Downtown criterium race, King of the Mountains Time Trial, CEO challenge, tour rides, arts shows, food, and a free screening of Breaking Away. HINDI: ENGLISH BILINGUAL STORY TIME: 2/14 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library, 150 E. San Fernando St., San Jose (408) 808-2183

LISTINGS Hindi/English story time for kids featuring songs, rhymes and, of course, stories: 4:30-5pm

cracked Dungeness crab, seafood cioppino, shrimp, salad, sausage, pasta and bread: 6-10pm

AMGEN TOUR OF CALIFORNIA: 2/14-22

FIRST ANNUAL BLACK & WHITE AUCTION: 2/27

Throughout Northern California www.amgentourofcalifornia.com

Eagle Ridge Clubhouse, 2951 Club Dr., Gilroy (408) 310-8185

Witness some of the world’s top bicycling teams tear through Northern California, including the Ag2r-La Mondiale, Astana featuring seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong, Garmin-Slipstream, Liquigas, Quick Step, Robobank, Team Columbia Highroad, Team Saxo Bank, Fly V Australia/Living Successful and many more [See Spotlight, page 6].

Join Las Animas Elementary School for an evening of dinner, dancing and auctions. Funds raised benefit the school: 7-11pm

STORY TIME IN HONOR OF DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.: 2/14

Help the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women campaign by dining or shopping at Santana Row. It’s that simple. Donate $10 or more to receive an exclusive Heart Card, which is good for a minimum of 15 percent off at select Santana Row shops and restaurants during the month of February, including Atelier Aveda, Tourneau, Pink Stripes, Vintage Wine Bar and Cole Haan.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library, 150 E. San Fernando St., San Jose (408) 808-2183

Explore the legacy of Dr. King as well as themes of peace, friendship and diversity through books and songs: 11-11:30am RAIN FOREST WEEKNDS: THRU 3/29 Roaring Camp, Graham Hill Rd., Felton (831) 335-4484 www.roaringcamp.com

Take a tour through the beautiful redwoods on an actual steam locomotive: Saturdays & Sundays: 12:30pm

GO RED FOR WOMEN AT SANTANA ROW: THRU 2/28 Santana Row, Winchester and Stevens Creek Blvds. San Jose 408-551-4611 www.santanarow.com

BEARDS FOR TEARS: THRU 4/6 Visit www.beardsfortears.com for info and donations

FUNDRAISERS & DONATIONS

Help Greg Miller and Jon Sontag with your weekly pledges and donations and help them raise enough money to build a water well in Africa. And what part are they playing? They have committed to stop shaving for seven months! Hence, beards. Log on and check out their growth and make a donation.

VALENTINES TEA & TOUR: 2/12

GARDENING

Villa Montalvo, 15400 Montavlo Rd., Saratoga montalvoarts.org

Take a guided tour through the beautiful grounds followed by delicious tea and pastries. Funds raised benefit the preservation of the historic villa and surrounding grounds. TOUCH MY HEART: 2/14 Art Museum of Los Gatos, 4 Tait Ave., Los Gatos. (408) 354-1547 touchmyheart.org

This Valentines Day, make it all about art, not just heart, by attending the Museums of Los Gatos annual Touch My Heart gala dinner. Besides a sparkling evening of fine food and wine, ticket holders receive a small work of art from one of over 70 acclaimed local artists to take home and add to, or start, their collection. Funds raised benefit the museum [See Spotlight, page 10]: 6pm TH

28 ANNUAL SANTA CRUZ CLAM CHOWDER COOK-OFF: 2/21 Santa Cruz Wharf, Beach St., Santa Cruz (831) 420-5273 ci.santa-cruz.ca.us/pr/wharf

It’s time to assemble your best clam chowder cook-off team for a day dedicated to chowin’ the chowda. Funds raised benefit youth programs run by the Santa Cruz City Parks and Recreation Department: 10am FOURTH ANNUAL SANTA “CLAWS” CRAB FEED: 2/21 Camden Community Center, 3369 Union Ave., San Jose (408) 794-6204 www.sanjoseholidayparade.com

Come on out and help raise needed funds for next year’s San Jose Holiday Parade. All you have to do is eat

CREATING A DISPLAY GARDEN: 2/18 Hillview Community Center, 97 Hillview Ave., Rm. 12, Los Altos

You’ll learn how to create an outstanding garden presented by the De Anza Chapter of the American Rhodendron Society: 7:30pm COMPLETE MINI FARMING: 2/21 Common Ground Educational Center, 559 College Ave., Palo Alto (650) 493-6072

Learn how to plan and maintain a garden that will produce healthy, nutritious food and be highly productive as well as truly sustainable in the smallest space possible: 10:30am-12:30pm VISITING THE GARDENS OF EUROPE WITH KATSY SWAN: 2/22 Gamble Garden, 1431 Waverley St., Palo Alto (650) 329-1356 x201 www.gamblegarden.org

This presentation will inform you on how culture and history are reflected in garden design: 2-4pm

HEALTH WELL BEING IN THE WORLD: 2/18 Hidden Villa Ranch, 26870 Moody Hill Rd., Los Altos Hills (650) 949-8653 www.hiddenvilla.org

Come and explore various selfhealing techniques for physical, emotional, mental and spiritual healing using the human energy system along with Earth Energies. Think you can run a small appliance

on your human energy system? Show up at 9:30am and find out. WEEKLY RUNS: EVERY SUNDAY AND TUESDAY Sports Basement, 1177 Kern Ave., Sunnyvale (408) 732-0300 www.sportsbasement.com/ classes_run.asp

Take part in group runs every Sunday at 9am and Tuesday at 6:15pm.

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NASA Ames Conference Center – Ball Room, Bldg. 3, Moffett Field, Sunnyvale www.commonwealthclub.org

An interesting speaking engagement where you’ll hear from scientists and religious leaders on their thoughts of life outside our galaxy: 6:30-8pm

VOLUNTEER BECOME A BIG BROTHER OR BIG SISTER (408) 876-4193 www.emp.org

Become a mentor and be a positive influence on a child’s life and it’ll only cost you two hours a week!

WORKSHOPS & CLASSES ADOPTION AND FOSTER CARE ORIENTATION: 2/9 Rebekah Children’s Services, 290 IOOF Ave., Gilroy (408) 8714962 www.rcskids.org

Designed for anyone interested in learning how to become an adoptive or foster parent: 6-8pm FREE CPR AND AED COURSES: 2/9 Sports Basement, 1177 Kern Ave., Sunnyvale (408) 732-0300 www.sportsbasement.com

Here is your chance to learn, and it’s free!: 5-7:30pm DUNSTAN BABY LANGUAGE CLASSES: 2/11 Baby Buzz, 1314 Lincoln Ave., San Jose (408) 885-9870 www.babybuzzcafe.com

Want to learn how to understand the meaning of your little rugrat’s cries? Then show up for this informative class and learn the five everyday “words” that all babies use from birth to communicate their daily needs. Oprah has given it the thumbs up, and we think you should, too. FENG SHUI FOR HARMONIOUS RELATIONSHIPS: 2/14 Red Moon Gallery, 746 Villa St., Mountain View (650) 691-0191 www.redmoongallery.com

Feng Shui consultant Chi Chen will offer customary ideas for creating harmonious relationships through feng shui: 10am LEARN HOW TO MAKE PERSONAL CARE PRODUCTS: 2/21 Palo Alto High School, 50 Embarcadero Rd., Rm. 103, Palo Alto (650) 329-3752 www.paadultschool.org

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Pump It Up, 1165 N. Fair Oaks Ave., Sunnyvale (408) 747-1740; 285 Digital Dr., Morgan Hill (408) 778-4FUN www.pumpitupparty.com

Though best known for throwing spectacular parties and special events with brightly colored, interactive and challenging giant inflatables, this popular indoor play facility also offers Pop-In Playtimes, where you and your kid can work out and make new friends in a safe, fun-filled atmosphere (no reservations required). For those with younger kids, check out the adjacent Pump It Up Junior, with inflatables geared towards kids ages one through six.

Under One Roof

Silver Creek Sportsplex, 800 Embedded Way, San Jose (408) 2251843 www.silvercreeksportsplex.com

Touted as North America’s largest indoor fitness and sports facility under one roof, this 240,000-square-foot state-of-the-art complex offers something for everyone. Rollin’ Ice hosts hockey leagues and instruction for all ages (including free classes for children under eight) on three rinks. Soccer enthusiasts will get a kick out of the four turf fields at Striker’s Den, while fitness buffs will embrace

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the latest workout equipment at Club One Fitness, as well as the two swimming pools and numerous group classes. Also on offer are lacrosse, roller hockey, martial arts, dance, yoga and more.

Off The Wall

Planet Granite, 815 Stewart Dr., Sunnyvale (408) 991-9090 www.planetgranite.com

One of the Bay Area’s largest indoor climbing facilities, this leading-edge climbing and fitness gym caters to both neophyte and hardcore climbers with more than 25,000 square feet of varied terrain. You can learn the sport as a family with their specially designed classes and beginner climbing routes, or sign the kids up for a two-hour afterschool program where trained instructors will show them the ropes, literally.

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Sharks Ice, 1500 S. Tenth St., San Jose (408) 279-6000 www.sharksiceatsanjose.com

The official practice facility of the San Jose Sharks, this 170,000-square-foot space offers a slew of exciting activities such as ice hockey, figure skating, curling, ice dancing, along with a chance to catch San Jose’s favorite sons in action. TW

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on Tuesday, February 10th in San Jose, text FASHION, a space, and your ZIP CODE to 43KIX (43549). Passes are in limited supply and will be distributed on a first come, first served basis. Limit one pass per person. Each pass admits two people. Standard text messaging rates may apply.

One lucky winner will receive a Confessions of a Shopaholic prize pack, including: This film is rated PG. Theatre is overbooked to ensure a full house. Passes received through this promotion do not guarantee admission and must be surrendered upon demand. Seating is on a first come, first served basis. EXCEPT FOR MEMBERS OF THE REVIEWING PRESS. No one will be admitted without a ticket or after the screening begins. All federal, state and local regulations apply. A recipient of tickets assumes any and all risks related to use of ticket and accepts any restrictions required by ticket provider. Touchstone Pictures, The Wave, Kipling, 43KIX, Dial Press, Terry Hines & Associates and their affiliates accept no responsibility or liability in connection with any loss or accident incurred in connection with use of a prize. Tickets cannot be exchanged, transferred or redeemed for cash, in whole or in part. We are not responsible if, for any reason, winner is unable to use his/her ticket in whole or in part. Not responsible for lost; delayed or misdirected entries. All federal and local taxes are the responsibility of the winner. Void where prohibited by law. No purchase necessary. Participating sponsors their employees and family members and their agencies are not eligible. NO PHONE CALLS!

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The A-Rod of Tennis Tennis champ Andy Roddick returns to San Jose for the SAP Open. BY MITCHELL ALAN PARKER

resh from a stellar performance at the Australian Open, where he made it to the semifinals before being bested by Roger Federer, tennis powerhouse Andy Roddick returns to San Jose Feb. 9-15 to defend his title at the SAP Open. The second oldest tennis tournament in the US, this year’s competition finds Roddick, Pete Sampras, James Blake and other top pros battling it out for $600,000 in prize money and the SAP Open title, which Roddick won last year by beating Radek Stepanek. The No. 7-ranked tennis player took time out to chat with us about what it feels like to hit a tennis ball at the world record speed of 155mph, what he likes about San Jose and his upcoming match on the hard courts at HP Pavilion.

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The Wave: You won the SAP in 2004, 2005 and 2008. What memories come back to you as you prepare for San Jose again? Andy Roddick: A lot of great memories. San Jose has been a place where I have had a lot of success, and I have really built a great relationship with the tournament and its great fan base. I am excited to come back and defend my title. TW: Are there any spots that stand out for you in San Jose? Where you like to eat, have a drink? AR: I enjoy going to the restaurants on Santana Row, but most of the time I am just getting ready for matches. Unfortunately, it is pretty much business for me when I get to San Jose. I haven’t had much time to explore, but from all I have seen, it is a beautiful place – somewhere I definitely will come back to after my tennis days are over. TW: Who’s your biggest competition coming into this? AR: I think everyone in tennis is competition. Anyone on any given day can beat anyone, and that is why you must be ready to play the 60

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second you step on to the court. TW: You mentioned during the Australian Open that you seek to “get back into the conversation” by returning to the top of men’s tennis. What area of your game do you feel could use the improvement to get you there? AR: I felt the first thing was being physically fit to compete with the best players at the top of their game. I feel that I have made strides in this capacity and it’s something I will continue to work on, and hopefully be a big part of returning to the top. TW: You’ve been known to goof around on the court, make jokes to the crowd. Does this help you maintain sanity while competing? AR: It’s just my personality – something that will always be part of me. Can’t really explain it. TW: Overall, what does your new coach, Larry Stefanki, bring to the table for your game? AR: Larry is a seasoned vet in coaching and has seen a lot of different things, and been with a number of different players. I think he knew that for me to compete with the best, I had to be able to stand out there and believe I can go the distance. TW: Gotta ask: What does it feel like to serve a tennis ball at 155mph? And can you teach us? AR: [Laughs] Another good question. It feels good to hit it that hard, and I can do my best but I can’t promise you anything… TW The SAP Open runs from Feb. 9-15 at the HP Pavilion, 525 W. Santa Clara St., San Jose. For tickets, call (408) 287-9200 or go to www.hppsj.com.

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14855 Oka Rd., Ste. 201, Los Gatos (408) 356-4973 www.svjcc.org The Addison-Penzak Jewish Community Center is open to all faiths and backgrounds. You’ll love our 20,000-square-foot fitness center, heated swimming pool, lighted tennis courts, more than 60 group exercise classes each week, personal training, massage, full gymnasium with indoor basketball, quality childcare and preschool, sports leagues, after-school programs and so much more!

American Kickboxing Academy 1830 Hillsdale Ave., Ste. 2, San Jose (408) 371-4235, 168 E. Fremont Ave., Sunnyvale www.akakickbox. com The American Kickboxing Academy offers top-level public instruction for men, women, and children. In addition, AKA provides private professional training.

AlaVie Fitness 120 W. Campbell Ave., Ste. D, Campbell www.alaviefitness.com Cutting-edge outdoor fitness boot camps for all ages and fitness levels. Ten Bay Area locations. 5K/10K training and other fitness events and services. Women’s, coed and corporate programs.

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3469 E. McKee Rd., San Jose (408) 729-5269 www.laboxing.com/sanjose LA Boxing San Jose offers cardio boxing and kickboxing classes, jiujitsu, and mixed martial arts training for men, women and children.

Silver Creek Sportsplex 800 Embedded Way, San Jose (408) 225-1843 www.silvercreeksportsplex.com The 240,000-sq.ft. facility is the largest under one roof in North America — a truly unique, state of-the-art complex catering to today’s active families and individuals.

South Bay Athletic Club 271 Houret Dr., Milpitas (408) 946-0600 www.southbayathleticclub.net South Bay Athletic Club has always been a leader with innovative fitness programs, and yet we always keep the old favorites around – like racquetball and swimming!

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Out With the New, In With the Old Finding inexpensive ways to furnish your home. BY HEATHER DRISCOLL

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ith the current economic slump, purchasing that designer chaise lounge or contour La-Z-Boy recliner may be just a dream. But don’t go fluffing up the floor just yet. Goodwill, local consignment shops, and online shopping sites like Craigslist and eBay all offer affordable furniture that you can have reupholstered to look new and casually inviting. Once you’ve picked up the right piece, haul it over to one of Silicon Valley’s numerous upholstery stores, including Upholstery Specialists or the Alameda Upholstery Shop. They can restore your furniture with new UPHOLSTERY A&C Furniture Restoration, 3250 Keller St., Santa Clara (408) 919-2900 Alameda Upholstery Shop, 859 W. San Carlos St., San Jose (408) 295-7885 Artistic Upholstery, 2564 Lafayette St., Santa Clara (408) 727-8541 Contempo Custom Upholstery, 140 Lewis Rd., San Jose (408) 629-1668 www.contempoupholstery.com Upholstery Specialists, 342 Lincoln Ave., San Jose (408) 998-8185 www.upholsteryspecialists.net 62

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fabric and foam, with prices generally starting at $400 for an armchair and $800 for a sofa. Choose to supply your own material or pick from the shop’s array of fabrics. Either way, you’ll be coming home with furniture once old, now new again. TW

FURNITURE CONSIGMENT STORES Goodwill, Multiple Silicon Valley locations www.goodwill.org With its various locations, inexpensive prices and long-time credibility, Goodwill is worth a stop during any quest for bargain furniture. The Campbell location receives new pieces nearly every day, with sofas starting at $99, while the Milpitas location carries sofas for as low as $49-$100. Consignment Showcase, 855 El Camino Real, Palo Alto (650) 463-5950 Consignment Showcase offers unbeatable deals on used furniture in good condition. With a collection that exceeds expectations, you’re bound to find something (perhaps even in leather) that fits your style. Home Consignment Center, Multiple Silicon Valley locations www.thehomeconsignmentcenter.com Home Consignment Center has a quick turnover rate, which ensures a constant change in selection. There are thousands of pieces in its enormous showroom, from large sofas to ottomans. With half of its commodity nearly brand new and significantly marked down, this place is every bargain buyer’s paradise. Park Avenue Consignment, 1042 Park Ave., San Jose (408) 947-1483 Not only can you pick up a couch, but an end table, computer workstation and microwave as well. With 1,200 square feet of new and used furniture, don’t be surprised if you make it an all-day event. Move It Elsewhere, 350 Lincoln Ave., San Jose (408) 885-1600 www.moveitelsewhere.com This estate consignment store opens up its showroom once a month for bargain hunters to scour. Move It Elsewhere stocks its showroom with furniture from senior households who wish to downsize. The next sale date is scheduled for Feb. 22-24, 9am-5pm. Sofa Outlet, 45 W. 43rd Ave., San Mateo (650) 570-5534 www.sofaoutlet.com For more than 10 years, Sofa Outlet has specialized in custom and copycat sofas, with new, designerlike sofas and love seats starting at $599. With more than 450 styles and 700 fabrics from which to choose, this sofa discount house is true to its name.

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HONEYMOON PLANNING LE HAIR & MAKE-UP SERVICES Serving the Bay Area (408) 718-3945 www.lehairandmakeupservices.com Quang Le’s Hair and Makeup Services offer premier specialty hair styling and makeup artistry for weddings, commercial photography, fashion shoots, runway and all phases of makeup for stage, motion pictures and television.

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E N T E R TA I N M E N T SAN JOSE DJ 1177 Branham Ln. #237, San Jose (408) 365-8282 Weddings are my specialty! I have over 25 years of experience and can be depended upon to do an outstanding job as the DJ and Master of Ceremonies at your wedding. My clients will testify to that. I personally perform all engagements to assure the attainment of the highest standards of performance my clients have a right to expect. I have an extensive music library including thousands of song titles. I am able to customize the music for any wedding, ethnic groups, or themed weddings for all people’s tastes.

C AT E R I N G A. ANGELA MARIE CATERING 15466 Los Gatos Blvd. #111, Los Gatos (408) 356-5768 www.catermancatering.com A. Angela Marie Catering is a full-service company with one simple specialty: making occasions that involve food special. At A. Angela Marie, when we say “full service catering,” we mean exactly that. You can call on us for virtually any event and every level of food and service from a backyard barbecue to planning and executing a Golden Anniversary party that involves a four-course sit-down dinner for hundreds of people, A. Angela Marie can handle it all.

SHANGRI-LA LOTUS 413-A Monterey Avenue, Los Gatos (408) 354-5901 www.jennysbeauty.com Look your very best for your day. We provide the perfect makeup for your entire wedding party – bride, attendants and both mothers. Flawless makeup complements your dress and location, allowing your photographer/videographer to provide you with the best memories. Whether you come to us or we come to you, everything will be done to your satisfaction. T R A N S P O R TAT I O N

THORO-BREAD ENTERTAINMENT (650) 248-3803 We provide DJ services for all occasions, and offer a wide range of music, including today’s greatest hits, hiphop, reggae, dancehall, soul, oldies, Spanish music and much more. So next time you’re thinking about having a party, give us a call and leave the music to us! FLORIST

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AMBASSADOR’S ROLLS 674 Picasso Terrace, Sunnyvale (888) 989-0185 www.ambassadorsrolls.com With service throughout the Bay Area, the fleet here includes a variety of antique classics, ranging from a 1953 “Gatsby Style” Tuxedo Two Tone Wraith Rolls-Royce with flat-floor design doors engineered for graceful entries and exits, to a 14-passenger convertible limousine.

CATERMAN CATERING 452 Reynolds Circle San Jose, CA 95112 (408) 441- 8719 www.catermancatering.com Winner of the “The Best Catering of San Jose for 2008” award by the US Local Business Association. Let Caterman Catering prepare and serve delicious gourmet dinners, fun corporate BBQs, elegant weddings, refreshing company breakfasts and spectacular gala events - just to name a few.

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Amber India. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Australian Tanning Co., The. . .31 AVA Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 A Visionary Salon . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Ayoma Lifespa . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Ballet San Jose . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Balloonatics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Bay Dental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Bella Mia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Bella Saratoga. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Bert’s Alibi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Birk’s Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Blue Chalk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Braces for Pretty Faces . . . . . . .25 Branham Lounge . . . . . . . . . . . .46 British Bankers Club . . . . . . . . .19 Camera Cinemas. . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Campbell Inn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Cantankerous Fish . . . . . . . . . . .42 Children’s Discovery Museum . .56 Chrysalis Aesthetic & Reconstructive Surgery . . . . . . .6 Cinelux Theatres. . . . . . . . . . . . .53 Cinequest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 City Heights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Confessions of a Shopaholic . .59 Continental Lenders . . . . . . . . .59 Counter, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Crab Landing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Designers Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Dive Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Dr. Hoang K. Do. . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Dr. Justina Azcueta D.D.S.. . . . .28 Dr. Michael Bouzid. . . . . . . . . . .27 Dr. Robert Ferguson. . . . . . . . . .29 Dr. Tony H. Pham, M.D. . . . . . . .25 Dr. Youbert Karalian . . . . . . . . .26 EclipseSpa Organic Bath & Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Emerge MediSpa . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Emerge MediSpa . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Essential Bodywear. . . . . . . . . .23 Eternal Beauty Medical Clinic .13 eWomen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 Fahrenheit Ultralounge . . . . . .38 Fahrenheit Ultralounge . . . . . .51

Faz Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Fibbar McGee’s / Loft Bar & Bistro. . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Fish Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Five Branches University . . . . .29 Five Branches University . . . . .56 Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse . .19 Foxy Avenue Clips . . . . . . . . . . .13 Fred Astaire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Fresh Petal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Friday 13th. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Fujitsu Planetarium at De Anza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Goosetown Lounge . . . . . . . . . .47 Grill ‘ Em Steakhouse. . . . . . . . .42 Grill on the Alley, The . . . . . . . .40 Haniway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 Happi House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Hillbarn Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 House of Genji. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 iFlySFBay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Infobayarea.com . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Island Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Jane Aesthetic Medicine & Surgery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Kaiser Permanente Cosmetic Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Kimberly Cockerham M.D. . . . .31 La Paloma Restaurant. . . . . . . .36 Las Madres. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Lee’s Sandwiches. . . . . . . . . . . .39 Limon Salon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Little Lou’s BBQ. . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 LJM Legal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Lynn Kelley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Maceio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Magic Tan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Mariani’s Inn & Restaurant . . .37 Massage Envy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Menara Moroccan . . . . . . . . . . .41 Merlion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Mix 106.5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Modern Bridal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Mr Chau’s / Thaibodia / Mama Curry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67 New Image European Skin Care & Day Spa. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Nickel City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Nicolino’s Italian Restaurant . .43 Northstar / Sierra-at-Tahoe. . . .9 Obsession Box Company. . . . . . .8 Olio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Pasquale Esposito . . . . . . . . . . .13 Patio Bar, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Picasso’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Pinn Brothers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 Pleasures from the Heart . . . . .22 Pro Flowers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Quarter Note . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Ray’s Ultimate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Riley’s Ride. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Rosie McCann’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Sanctuary Salon . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 San Francisco Herb & Natural Foods . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 SAP Open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 Shokolaat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Shougun House . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Silvercreek Sportsplex . . . . . . .57 Silvercreek Sportsplex . . . . . . .61 Sip Cafe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 South County Housing . . . . . . .63 Spa Joli at University Mission Medical Clinic. . . . . . . .30 Spencer’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Stanford Lively Arts. . . . . . . . . .57 Sundance, The Steakhouse . . .21 SuperSlow Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 Sushi O Sushi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Tapestry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Ted D Bare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Thaiphoon Restaurant . . . . . . .45 Tootsie’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Trailsloggers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Treehouse in the Glen . . . . . . . .55 Vegetarian House International. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Wahoo’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Westpark Dental . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Wine Cellar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Wine Room, The. . . . . . . . . . . . .19 W Silicon Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

PHOTO CREDITS

1, Cover / Courtesy of SAP Open, 3, Amgen Tour of California / By Doug Pensinger, Cosi fan tutti / Courtesy of Opera San Jose, Gianna Keven Duet / By Marty Sohl, Isla Fisher / Courtesy of Disney, Massada4 2007 / Courtesy of Aviv Productions, Roddick with SAP Patch / Courtesy of SAP Open, Sent Sovi / By Chris Schmauch, Thi - Taylor Pham and Mimi Tran Rickett / By Chris Schmauch, University Ave. / By Chris Schmauch, 6, Amgen Tour of California / By Doug Pensinger, 8, How to Be / Courtesy of Cinequest, 11, Dean Takahashi / ByChris Schmauch, Samsung LCD TV / Courtesy of Samsung, 12, Graveyard Book / Courtesy of Harper Collins, Massada4 / Courtesy of Aviv Productions, MSI Wind Netbook / Courtesy of MSI, Xacti CC Sharealike / Courtesy of Xacti, 15, Laveda / By Chris Schmauch, 16, Laveda / By Chris Schmauch, 18, Pampas / By Chris Schmauch, Quattro / By Chris Schmauch, Sundance / By Chris Schmauch, Thaiphoon / By Chris Schmauch, 20, Melt / By Chris Schmauch, Modernbook Gallery / By Chris Schmauch, 24, Thi - Taylor Pham and Mimi Tran Rickett / By Chris Schmauch, Thi Cosmetics / By Chris Schmauch, Thi Interior / By Chris Schmauch, 32, Banff Film festival / Courtesy of Wills Young, SAP Open / Courtesy of Silicon Valley Sports Group, 33, Bay Boy / Courtesy of David Allen, Bill Cosby / Courtesy of Montalvo, The Last Lullaby / Courtesy of Cinequest, 34, Le Papillon / By Chris Schmauch, 36, Sent Sovi / By Chris Schmauch, 43, Island Grill / By Chris Schmauch, 46, Song CoCCB SP LR / By Marty Sohl, 47, Andrew Bird / Courtesy of Cameron Wittig, 49, Lykke Li / Courtesy of Press Here Publicity, 50, Isla Fisher / Courtesy of Disney, 52, Cosi fan tutti / Courtesy of Opera San Jose, 54, The Restoration / Courtesy of San Jose ICA, 56, Jump2IMG 0700 / Courtesy of Pump it Up, 58, Dunstan Baby language classes / Courtesy of iStock, 60, Andy Roddick / Courtesy of SAP Open, 62, Sofa Outlet / Courtesy of Sofa Outlet, 64, Bride Boquet / By Chris Schmauch, Sofa Outlet / Courtesy of Sofa Outlet, 66, Seanbaby / By Chris Schmauch 66

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THE FINAL LAST WORD B Y S E A N B A B Y - S E A N B A B Y @ T H E W AV E M A G . C O M

Dodging Information in an Information Age

ast week, Georges St. Pierre fought BJ Penn for the UFC Welterweight Championship, but for various reasons I couldn’t watch the fight until three days later. This meant avoiding spoilers for three entire days. Do you have any idea how hard it is to be alive today and not know something for three days? Technology fills your brain from every direction. My girlfriend’s full-time job became Information Minesweeper. For three days, she had to warn me about dangerous scuttlebutt. Don’t go on Yahoo!. Stay off Facebook. Don’t read your last three text messages. We can block just about anything else these days, why can’t we do the same with spoilers? This isn’t just a problem with sports. Sometimes I’ll watch an exciting action show that ends with a dramatic cliffhanger, only to be followed immediately with scenes from next week’s show! Hey, TV, if tonight’s episode of 24 ends with Jack Bauer trapped in the trunk of an exploding car, don’t show shots of him from the next episode, safely unexploded. And yes, I realize that since he’s the star of the show, he’s probably going to be OK. I’m just saying there ought to be a Spoiler Alert button you can press that tells you not to watch.

I already know that TiVo has keen observational skills, because it remembers that I watched Top Gun six years ago and now tapes every program that shows two dudes making out. If only TiVo could use its computerized senses to shut up about the UFC until I’ve actually watched it. Censorship technology needs to work for us, not against us. Right now, censorship only does two things: (1) transform expressive movie dialogue into Mad Libs and (2) hide boobs. Both of these functions are useless. All this grand technology at our fingertips, and the only throttle I can put on the flow of information is boobs/not boobs? That tool may be good enough for all the slow-witted Quakers on Google, but the rest of us need something more powerful. Google should ask me at start-up, “Are you with your grandma teaching her how to use her email?” If I answer yes, it should go ahead and hide boobs. That is the one and only time you should ever do this, and you know it.

What made my three days of spoilerdodging more difficult was that it took place on Super Bowl weekend. Obviously, I couldn’t risk watching live TV, so I TiVoed the game. Yes, I TiVoed the Super Bowl. I now had to somehow keep from knowing the results of the Super Bowl, a feat of ignorance that only a genius could achieve. Needless to say, I failed. While we’re on the subject, do we really need sports news on Super Bowl Sunday? Is that for the people who were recently stranded at sea and watching SportsCenter on the rescue boat? All that does is reaffirm what I learned at a young age: Never trust the judgment of sportscasters. I remember in the 1992 Olympics, America put together the greatest basketball team that would ever be: A Dream Team made up of living legends and Christian Laettner. About 10 minutes into each game, while they were calling bank shots off German players and seeing how many dunks it takes to make an Angolan center cry, Bob Costas would cut away and say, “Well, with the score 325-12 in the first quarter, victory is all but assured for the American team. So while the families of these humiliated foreign players are executed, we’ll switch over to our ping-pong coverage.” If sportscasters are comfortable making an assumption like that, they should have no problem assuming that if I’m watching sports news on the day of the Super Bowl, I also watched the Super Bowl. So take the day off. In fact, here’s next year’s copy, sportswriters: “Today in sports: Think back to a few minutes ago, idiot.” My point is, “saving” a game or show is something we’ve all had to do. Virtually every consumer electronic product we own has the capability to filter out nipples and curse words – would it really be so hard to expand that to include sports results and Iron Chef secret ingredients? I guarantee we’re dodging those things a hell of a lot more often than we are dodging nipples. TW

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