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HEALTH & BEAUTY

Our annual guide to getting (and staying) healthy. 16 A SWEET SUBSTITUTE: THE LATEST IN ARTIFICIAL SWEETENERS.

28 SUPERFRUIT: THE SUPERHEROES IN THE WORLD OF FRUIT.

20 HOMEOPATHY: THE HOLISTIC APPROACH TO HEALING.

32 YOUTH ON A PLATE: CAN THE RIGHT DIET KEEP US LOOKING AND FEELING YOUNG?

24 IT’S ALIVE: PROBIOTICS, THE FRIENDLY BACTERIA.

INTERVIEW 70

BILLY CRUDUP & MALIN AKERMAN

The stars of Watchmen had a super time making this highly anticipated film.

DEPARTMENTS UPFRONT 06

SPOTLIGHT { local news }

HIT LIST { editors’ picks }

Chinese society over the last decade. PLUS: Calendar listings for theatre, dance, classical music, opera, museums and galleries. 76

LIFESTYLE 40

STYLE & SHOPPING Feature: Guys, lose the sports shoes and step out in style.

HEALTH & BEAUTY Feature: Spring clean your skincare and beauty routine.

SPORTS & ADVENTURE Feature: An adventurous day trip in and around Almaden Quicksilver County Park.

HOME & DESIGN Feature: How to ensure your household is prepared in case of emergency. 14 DAYS

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50 WAYS TO LEAVE YOUR SOFA { top events } DINING Feature: Think umami is a type of sushi? Nope, it’s the enigmatic fifth flavor that makes food truly delicious.

NIGHTLIFE & MUSIC Feature: Local open mic nights allow amateur performers to strut their stuff. PLUS: Album Reviews, Concert Previews and Headliners.

ARTS Feature: An exhibit of fiber art by Chinese artists examines the widespread changes in

FAMILY & COMMUNITY Feature: A look at the latest and greatest books for children of all ages. PLUS: Calendar listings for family activities, events and more. COLUMNS

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Robert Guerrero’s game face

We Believe in Ghosts Gilroy’s Robert “The Ghost” Guerrero punches his way to San Jose. BY MITCHELL ALAN PARKER

he Ghost is a fitting moniker for Gilroy native and two-time world champion boxer Robert Guerrero. He enters a gym, a room, a boxing ring, like an apparition. He’s small (about 5 foot 8, not even 140 pounds), blends in quietly among his entourage of trainers, manager, publicist, family members and sparring partners – and is so unassuming, you might think for a split-second that he would be easy to take down.

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Of course, you would be as wrong as the 16 opponents who landed flat on their backs, blood streaming from their noses, all victims of a Guerrero knockout. In fact, it took The Ghost all of 43 seconds to knock out Edel Ruiz last January at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. Fortunately for us, Guerrero didn’t have his game face on when he recently sat down to discuss his Mar. 7 fight at HP Pavilion against Indonesian Daud Yordan, which will also be nationally televised on HBO’s Boxing After Dark. And when you think of how his wife, Casey, has been battling leukemia for the past couple of years, only recently winning that bout, you realize that Guerrero is a man who has a heck of a lot to fight for. And fight he will. The Wave: This will be the first time that HBO hosts a fight in San Jose. How excited are you for this fight? Robert Guerrero: I’m real excited. The fans here in the Bay Area have been starving to see me fight live. So to be here fighting in San Jose at the HP on HBO, they’re going to have the opportunity to see me get in there and do what I love to do and put up a great show for them. I can’t wait. 6

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TW: No one really knows much about your opponent – you’ve seen, what, about four rounds of footage. How do you prepare for someone like that? RG: It doesn’t worry me. To prepare for an opponent that you hardly know anything about is kind of exciting because you have to prepare for everything. He might come in a slugger, he might come in a boxer, he might come in a boxer/puncher. It all depends. There are so many different styles out there, and to be ready for everything, that’s the ultimate test. TW: What do you know about him? RG: He’s fast. He’s a sharp puncher. He can move. He can fight. And from what I’ve seen, he does pose a threat, so I have to be ready for whatever he brings. TW: You’re from and you grew up in Gilroy. Do you eat a lot of garlic? RG: Not too much. But when I’m dieting and getting ready for fights, I do, because it’s good for you and it’s good for your heart. TW: Do you think that could be the secret to your success? RG: It could be. Smelling it all day, I guess it’s good for your lungs because when I get in that ring, I’m breathing great. TW HBO Boxing After Dark will also feature James Kirkland vs. Joel Julio, and Victor Ortiz vs. Mike Arnaoutis. Tickets are $25-$200. For more information, go to www.hppsj.com. For more of our interview with The Ghost, and to view a slideshow of him training, go to www.thewavemag.com.

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ondering what has everyone stirred up along Santana Row these days? None other than Pinkberry, the fantabulous fat-free frozen yogurt that recently arrived in San Jose after creating major buzz in Los Angeles and New York. Since opening its South Bay location earlier this year, the LA-based Pinkberry has seen daily lines of 30 or more people eagerly waiting to sample the tangy treat. Given its sophisticated approach to froyo, the new kid in the block couldn’t be more at home. “We are focused on elevating the customer experience in every way we can,” says Pinkberry CEO and president Ron Graves, who adds that one of the company’s founders, Young Lee, was inspired in part by the experiences of his childhood. “When you think back as a kid, when you heard that ice cream truck, you got excited, you ran for it, you got your ice cream, and it was about 20 minutes of pure fun. That’s what we’re trying to create, but in a more sophisticated environment.” With its enthusiastic employees, brightly colored interiors, pebbled floors, and shelves lined with adorable Alessi products, sophistication is certainly in the air at Pinkberry. The rainbow-colored array of yogurt toppings could bring out the child in anyone, while the flavors themselves (original, green tea and pomegranate) are all finely honed. “It’s bright, it’s exciting,” adds Graves. “It’s a fun

It’s this triple threat philosophy that made Pinkberry such an instant hit. In fact, when Pinkberry first opened in LA, demand was so high, it was soon dubbed “the taste that launched a thousand parking tickets.” “The first store opened in January 2005 in West Hollywood, and it was not a good location from a standard retail perspective,” Graves explains. “But once they heard of Pinkberry, people would drive from all over the city, actually from hours away, and would line up for literally an hour or longer. The parking was very poor in that area, so people would just double park or park illegally to come in and get a Pinkberry. In one month, the city of West LA, I believe, made $175,000 in parking tickets, from people trying to get into Pinkberry, which was quite a phenomenon.” Thankfully, Santana Row has plenty of parking, so people will need only patience to sample the flavors of Pinkberry. Pinkberry, 368 Santana Row, Ste. 102, San Jose (408) 557-8135 www.pinkberry.com. Open Sun-Thu 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-11pm.

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SPOTLIGHT NOTEWORTHY Kevin Pollak

He’s Got a New Drug Kevin Pollak just can’t stop Twittering. BY MITCHELL ALAN PARKER

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ctor, stand-up comic and San Jose native Kevin Pollak has been in 50 movies (A Few Good Men, The Usual Suspects, Casino, among others), but he’s also quite the celebrity impersonator. His Shatner is dead on, while his Christopher Walken is the stuff of legend.

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He’ll do those and more Mar. 4 when he takes the stage at the California Theatre, where he’ll also receive Cinequest’s Maverick Spirit Award. We sat down with him to discuss his upcoming performance, the secret to nailing Walken, and his newfound addiction to Twitter.

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The Wave: Is there a how-to guide to doing Christopher Walken? KP: Actually Jay Mohr is the first one who did a Walken impression on television, so I always give him props for that. In fact, when I was working on mine, I ran into him and he said, “The key is, when doing Christopher Walken, every singlesyllable word becomes a two-syllable word.” So, for example, the word no, becomes no-o. [Plus Walken] is very, very sing-songy – that’s really everything he’s about. I don’t know if it’s legend, lore or apocryphal, but he likes to take his dialogue in a movie script and remove all the commas and periods and just make up his own punctuation. So you have to do that when you do the impression. TW: Do you find performing nerve wracking or exciting? KP: There’s no fear involved. For a lot of us, you’ve got to understand, we are in the top less than one percent of all humans who suffer from “Hey, look at me” disease. There’s never been a fear of going out through the curtain… it’s all just excitement. I don’t know why I’m missing that section of my DNA, but whatever it is, I’m really thrilled I have it. It really is the live excitement. Just recently I got onto Twitter – I’m literally on my seventh day. I Twittered the Oscar telecast, live (something I never fathomed before), basically streaming thoughts live to an audience for

four hours, and being snarky and whatever, just doing what you do with your friends when you sit at home watch the Oscars. TW: But you have 140 characters per post with which to do that, right? KP: I only have 140 characters, exactly! I have to edit myself as I think, and still be snarky, in two sentences! That’s it. What an amazing challenge. I wrote in there saying how I found a new drug. Took me hours to come down from this thing, because I kept getting replies. During commercial breaks, I’d stop writing and just read the replies – and there were hundreds. There were a lot of people that were following it. I’ve been on for a week and I already have like 29,000 followers, so it got pretty crazy pretty fast, but the response has been so overwhelming. People have been like, “Can you do this every week for Lost and The Bachelor?” TW: Will you be unveiling any new stuff in San Jose? We want to Twitter it. KP: [Laughing] Yes, I will be. TW Kevin Pollak will be at Cinequest’s Maverick Spirit Event on Mar. 4 at the California Theatre, 345 S. First St., San Jose. For tickets, go to www.cinequest.org. Find us at Twitter. com/TheWaveMagazine, Pollak at Twitter. com/KevinPollak and Cinequest at Twitter. com/Cinequest

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most recent participant in the company’s Design for All program is textile designer Orla Keily. Renowned for her bold use of patterns, colors and graphics, Keily’s collection of home items for Target includes everything from kitchen towels and oven mitts to tumblers, mugs and magazine totes. We like the spring themes of flowers and pears, and Keily’s contemporary take on ’70s shades of orange, lime green and brown (seen here in the canister set from her collection). The collection is at once practical, down-to-earth, cheeky and, above all, wonderfully cheerful. Available now in Target stores, with select items also available online. Canisters: Large $19.99, medium $17.99, small $14.99

Los Gatos Museums Gallery 24 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos (408) 395-7386 www.museumsoflosgatos.org/gallery Los Gatos has been graced with the presence of a new art locale in the form of the recently opened Los Gatos Museums Gallery. They aim to bring a new splash of culture and color to Los Gatos by bringing

together art lovers and artists especially for the opening night reception on Mar. 6, the first of their monthly Evening of the Arts program. With nearly 60 artists at the opening night reception, and art pieces ranging from watercolor to acrylic to sculpture, covering the whimsical, the modern and the traditional, this feast for the eyes is varied enough to satisfy the tastes of a discerning audience. Be sure to check out Santa Clara-based artist Terri Hill’s works – a vibrant, sharp mastery of watercolor, as shown on this page. Some of the proceeds from the art bought at the reception will go to the nonprofit Museums of Los Gatos organization. Free admission. TW

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Our annual guide to looking and feeling great, from the inside out.

ealth and beauty are hardly skin deep. Each begins with a look inside. For that reason, we’ve turned the focus inward this year for our 2009

Health & Beauty Issue. We’ll explore whether what we eat can keep us looking and feeling young; the health benefits of eating antioxidant rich fruits and ingesting friendly bacteria; and the holistic approach of homeopathic medicine. We also go back to nature for a look at the latest artificial sweeteners on the market. Then to help put a face on your inner beauty, we have the latest tips for “spring cleaning” your beauty routine in our regular Health & Beauty section on page 42. Happy (and healthy) reading.

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A Sweet Substitute KEEPING LIFE SUGARY, THE ALTERNATIVE WAY.

ociety has always had a love affair with sweets, despite the potential health risks involved (not to mention the effect on our waistlines). But for those who have become more mindful of foods with a high sugar intake, alternative sweeteners have become increasingly popular.

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The growing market for alternative sweeteners has recently expanded to include Truvia and PureVia (proclaimed natural sweeteners made from the stevia plant), along with familiar brands such as Splenda, NutraSweet and Equal. Stevia is a Paraguayan plant that has been used as a sweetener in Asia for more than 200 years, and is said to be up to 300 times sweeter than sugar.

The stevia plant

Before the FDA approved it as a zerocalorie sugar substitute in December 2008, stevia had only been used in the United States as a dietary supplement, possibly because of the ongoing controversy of alternative sweeteners being linked (and subsequently unlinked) to harmful diseases. As the

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Ayoma LifeSpa is a full-service day spa located in the Hotel Valencia Santana Row. Ayoma LifeSpa is a true healing experience offering authentic Ayurvedic therapies, premier quality products and enlightening education to open the doors to the beneﬁts of Ayurveda, a 5000 year old holistic life science from India. Ayoma LifeSpa is a personal sanctuary for healing and rejuvenation.

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available in a granulated form because it’s suitable for baking. Like Splenda, many of these artif icial sweeteners (including NutraSweet, Equal, Sweet’N Low and Sunett) are favored by people with diabetes, because they contain no calories and do not raise blood glucose levels. Truvia and PureVia, the latest to hit the market, are expected to be the next alternative craze. Both are advantageous to those who suffer from obesity and diabetes because neither contains calories or fat; even more appealing is their “natural” stamp of approval.

New sugar substitute Truvia

The more recent accusation hurled at these sweet imposters is that they are actually as bad as, if not worse than, sugar. The theory is that the artificially sweet taste “tricks” the body into thinking it’s getting a sugar intake – so when no sugar is actually received, it causes the body to

crave sweet foods. Hence that zero-calorie can of cola at lunch means the candy bar selection in the nearby vending machine could prove irresistible later in the afternoon. For those wanting a natural alternative without such purported side effects, agave nectar looks set to be the next big thing in the sugar substitution realm. Chefs and gourmands from coast to coast are relishing this new form of liquid sugar, used for hundreds of years by the Aztecs. Though similar to honey, agave is suitable for vegans (which honey isn’t), not to mention popular because of its low glycemic index. (And yes, it’s the same plant seen on tequila bottles. But don’t get too excited – tequila is merely distilled from its starches, so the only high you’ll be getting from agave syrup is a sugary one.) Proven to be a plant of invaluable use, agave is surely turning tables as a new, natural alternative to refined sugar. Since it’s clear that high-sugar intake is at the crux of many health problems, alternatives such as agave nectar, these new stevia products and the numerous multicolored packets at coffee shops across the nation might be worth capitalizing on. If anything – be it through deprivation, substitution or good old-fashioned moderation – changing one’s relationship with refined sugar might be the best solution. TW

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Kaiser Permanente

About Us This Kaiser Permanente fee-for-service facility offers a wide range of cosmetic services (including skincare, laser, surgical and nonsurgical procedures) to help patients look and feel their best. Services include Botox, Restylane and Juvéderm and Fraxel laser treatments; a wide range of cosmetic surgery procedures; plus microdermabrasion, laser hair removal, chemical peels, mineral makeup color matching, skin care consultations, free skincare classes, physician strength skincare products and more.

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Services described here are provided on a fee-for-service basis. These services are not provided or covered by Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Inc., and you are financially responsible to pay for them. Clinical services are provided by providers or contractors of The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. Results of services vary among patients and cannot be guaranteed. Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Inc., and Kaiser Foundation Hospitals may receive compensation for providing facilities and/or other support in connection with these services. For specific information about your health plan benefits, please see your Evidence of Coverage.

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Faux Salon

About Us So what are Faux’s secrets for continued success? The salon utilizes a unique assistant pro-

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Spanning 25 years of service, Faux caters to

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the diverse needs of an ever changing clientele

and an ongoing art show, this salon glistens like an oasis in the middle of the desert!

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Alavie Fitness

About Us Get RESULTS in 2009 and start feeling fabulous today! Join one of AlaVie’s ﬁtness training programs and receive top-notch training in a fun, motivating

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create a ﬁtness community that connects people to the tools they need to live healthier, happier and in balance. AlaVie’s unique approach to ﬁtness is

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What Is Homeopathy? HOMEOPATHY: A SYSTEM OF MEDICAL PRACTICE THAT TREATS A DISEASE ESPECIALLY BY THE ADMINISTRATION OF MINUTE DOSES OF A REMEDY THAT WOULD IN HEALTHY PERSONS PRODUCE SYMPTOMS SIMILAR TO THOSE OF THE DISEASE. —MerriamWebster’s Medical Dictionary

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A holistic system of treatment founded in Europe in the late 18th century by German physician Samuel Hahnemann, homeopathic medicine posits that the body has the ability to heal itself, and works on a “like cures like” philosophy. As the above definition suggests, the theory is that if a substance causes a symptom of sickness, administering a very small amount of the same substance can stimulate the body to cure the illness. This thinking not only dates back to Hippocrates, but is the same thinking behind many of the vaccines still in use today. “It works to balance the body,” says certified classical homeopath Lisette Narragon of Bay Area Homeopathy (www. bayareahomeopathy.com), who has practiced homeopathy in Palo Alto for eight years.

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Homeopathic medicine uses remedies that are made from many different substances, including plants, minerals and sometimes even animal products. Though popular in America in the early 1900s (when more than 15 percent of doctors were reportedly homeopathic practitioners), it was soon pushed out of the mainstream medical field by the American Medical Association (AMA), and has remained on the fringe ever since. Homeopathy has made something of a comeback in recent decades. According to a 2006 report by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, homeopathic products are among the top 10 best-selling nonprescription drugs in the specialty analgesics, children’s oral analgesics and cough-cold categories, while industry estimates suggest sales of homeopathic drugs in the US between $300 and $450 million CONTINUED ON PAGE 22

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“That’s the whole purpose of homeopathy, and the way it does that is by pointing out to the body where the problem is and nudging the body to fix it itself – it actually stimulates the body to heal itself.”

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ized instruction in basic to advanced techniques. Power Yoga Intensives, Program-focused and Master Teacher Workshops are scheduled throughout the year. The Studio is located in South First and Second streets. Amenities include onsite showers, child care, a retail boutique, and parking validation. Visit www.soulapoweryoga.com.

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in 2003. This winter, advertisements for homeopathic cold and flu remedies from companies such as Boiron and Zicam have been increasingly prominent on TV and in magazines. Nonetheless, the practice is still widely unknown in the US compared to other countries. “It’s more popular in Europe and India and Australia, [where] it’s much more mainstream,” notes Narragon. “There, people know what it is, and they use it as a first step rather than as a last resort.” In France, for

example, pharmacists are required to make homeopathic remedies available along with conventional medications, while in Britain, homeopathic clinics are part of the national healthcare system. Here in the US, many turn to homeopathy when conventional medicine (and even other alternative therapies) has failed them. “I tend to get people who have already been through the mill,” says Narragon. “They’ve been to the MD, they’ve been to the acupuncturist, they’ve been to the chiropractor. There are things that medical science doesn’t

While it has its skeptics, homeopathy has been shown to be effective. One doubleblind study found that influenza sufferers were twice as likely to recover in 48 hours when they took homeopathic remedies, while in 1991 the British Medical Journal published an extensive analysis that showed homeopathic remedies to be effective in treating a wide range of ailments, including respiratory problems, infections, stomach troubles, allergies, recovery from surgeries, arthritis, psychological problems, diabetes and more. Critics also point to the often inexplicable, or not scientifically measurable, reasons for homeopathy’s success. In homeopathic remedies, oftentimes practitioners have found that the more they dilute and “success” (shake or energize) a remedy, the greater effect it seems to have on the body. Proponents believe

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treat very well, or the drugs that they use to treat it are so full of side effects and not very nice to take, so people really are looking for alternatives.” Narragon adds that some of the most common ailments for which patients seek homeopathic treatment are asthma, allergies, skin conditions, depression and anxiety.

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For those who think homeopathic remedies could be an instant cure-all for their persistent headaches or recurring bouts of flu, that isn’t really how it works. “Using homeopathy to treat acute illnesses is not the most effective way to use it,” says Narragon. “Then you’re using it more like a regular MD, just treating a set of symptoms, rather than looking at ‘Why am I getting the flu over and over?’ “It’s much more effective to use it in a constitutional way,” Narragon continues. “It can very much reduce the duration of the cold and the flu, as well as the severity of the symptoms. However, I always caution people that if the flu is something that happens to you often, then that’s best treated by a practitioner who knows what your underlying remedy is.” The homeopathic philosophy, she concludes, is more about “treating the underlying cause, rather than the uppermost symptoms that we all want to get rid of.” TW

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that although homeopathic solutions are highly diluted, they still contain a “memory” of the substance, which the body somehow recognizes and reacts to.

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SuperSlow Zone, South Bay

As featured on NBC11’s Living Well program, and on www.wellnessevents.tv, SuperSlow Zone offers a 20-minute, twice-weekly all-body workout with a certiﬁed instructor. You can even work out in your business/ofﬁce attire! This high intensity exercise protocol has been around since the 1980s and is safe for ages 14 through 90. Our focus is on the results produced by building your muscle base, and the value those results impart. Call us for your FREE consultation!

Owner: Marie Ortiz Hours: Mon - Fri 7am-7pm Sat 7am-Noon by appointment only Free initial consultation and demo workout No membership fees Ask about introductory offers and special discounts Just 20 minutes, once/twice a week One:One personal instruction – all the time!

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About Us Nirvana is proud to be Silicon Valley’s ﬁrst “Certiﬁed Green” full service hair salon. We

Owner: Laurè Chicoine blissful@nirvanasalon.com

specialize in eco- friendly beauty services: hair

Hours: Mon-Tue 12pm-9pm; Wed 10am-9pm; Thu-Fri 10am-6pm; Sat 9am-5pm; Closed Sunday

styling. We also offer “Express Services” for

cutting, coloring, make up, bridal and event people on the go at half the time and half the price starting at $25. All of our visits include

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It’s Alive! WHY INGESTING FRIENDLY BACTERIA IS ALL THE RAGE.

hen it comes to bacteria, we all know about the harmful kind that causes sickness and infections. But there are just as many types of bacteria that are part of a healthy diet.

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Technically speaking, probiotics are living organisms that offer potential health benefits to the host subject. That means there are naturally occurring microscopic colonies of bacteria that reside in the gastrointestinal tract, fending off harmful toxins and viruses, breaking down vitamins and allowing the absorption of nutrients. We may not realize it, but our bodies are full of these living organisms that perform a variety of functions. This gut flora is a massive colony of bacteria that is so vital to human function, it’s often considered an organ of the body. Some have recently hailed the healthy effects of probiotics, citing its potential to boost the immune system and combat allergies, stress, diarrhea, Irritable Bowel Syndrome and diseases

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Harmonie European Day Spa

14501 Big Basin Way, Saratoga (408) 741-4997

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About Us

Anytime your body and mind need it: Have a great day, have a Harmonie Spa day!

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Located downtown in the Saratoga village, amidst award-winning restaurants and boutiques, Harmonie offers a comfortable and elegant spa atmosphere. Enjoy our wide range of European spa treatments, whether as an intimate escape or as a fun spa party for you and your friends.

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Though yogurt is the most common form of probiotic, a bevy of “good bacteria” products can be found at a variety of specialty food shops. Whole Foods has an entire shelf devoted to probiotic dairy products, while miso soup is also a good source. Slurp it up next time you’re out having sushi, or try our recipe on page 56. Pinkberry and other frozen yogurt stores are good sources as well. While most of the bacteria are hard to pronounce, lactobacillus and bifidobacterium are the most widely used, so labels that display these are good choices.

Cross the threshold of Harmonie and be immersed in gentle music and soothing aromas in a warm décor. An attentive and talented spa team greets you, prepared to rejuvenate you.

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such as colon cancer, as well as lower cholesterol, blood pressure and prevent infections. But others are much more skeptical – detractors will often chalk up all the hoopla to very successful marketing campaigns, such as the Activia commercials with Jamie Lee Curtis that became so ubiquitous, they spawned a hilarious Saturday Night Live sketch.

Make it a Spa Day! Visit Harmonie for massage, facials, body scrubs, pedicures, manicures and a sweet afternoon! With any three spa treatments of your choice, our spa hostess serves you a complimentary Tea and Chocolate Fondue Tray (*). Includes a ﬁne selection of imported teas served with a delicious assortment of treats to dip in warm chocolate.

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Holistic Physical Therapy

About Us

Owner Gale McIntosh, P.T., D.C. 30+ years studying Myofascial pain

Tensile Integrity Our bodies are tensegrity structures of bone, muscle and connective tissue, ﬁnely laced with nourishing vessels and animating nerves. In this complexity, getting to the root cause of dysfunction and pain can be an elusive goal. We at Holistic Physical Therapy ﬁnd that success hinges on the practitioner’s blend of physical therapy, chiropractic manipulation and myofascial massage techniques.

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DanActive and Activia probiotic yogurt

WHERE TO BUY Acidophilus capsules available at major grocery and health food stores. Activia and DanActive available at most major grocery stores, including Safeway and Target. Attune bars available at Whole Foods, Lunardi’s, Safeway, Draeger’s, PW Markets or go to www. attunefoods.com to ﬁnd your nearest retailer. Kashi Vive cereal available at Whole Foods, Safeway, Zanotto’s, Trader Joe’s, McKee Medical Pharmacy, Saratoga Foods or go to www.kashi.com to ﬁnd your nearest retailer.

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Spa Joli

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Physician: Joelle Osias, M.D., Board-certiﬁed Ob/Gyn, Stanford and Johns Hopkins trained

Spa Joli was founded by Joelle Osias, M.D., who as both a woman and surgeon, knows the power of looking and feeling your best. An expert in weight management and “body after baby,” Dr. Osias offers her patients a unique blend of clinical expertise and artistic ﬁnesse. At Spa Joli, we take an individualized approach to help you meet your goals. We offer the latest aesthetic services including: new options in wrinkle, scar and sun-damage treatment, laser hair removal, leg vein therapy, medically -supervised weight-loss, and Slim-Lipo™ Laser Body sculpting and Vaser® Hi Def Liposculpture. Let us help you radiate inner beauty.

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Jeanine Brown Photo Design

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Five Branches University

Manager: Gina Huang sjclinic@ﬁvebranches.edu Hours: Mon - 9am - 9pm, Tue - Fri 9am - 10pm, Sat 9am - 8pm, Sun Closed Evening Appointments Mon-Sat 12 Private Treatment Rooms Onsite Herbal Pharmacy Insurance Accepted State Certiﬁed

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The answer to aging is vitality - found in personally prescribed herbs, acupuncture, bodywork and nutritional counseling available through the experienced professionals at Five Branches Wellness Centers. Lose weight, sculpt your shape, reduce wrinkles, tone your tummy, sleep soundly, heal headaches, soothe your belly, dismiss menopause, brighten your eyes, mellow your moods, have a baby, improve immunity, alleviate allergies, balance blood sugar, curb cravings, diminish depression, enhance eyesight, ﬁght fatigue, and address over 80 percent of your health care needs effectively, safely and naturally. Our modern medical centers offer you the peace of mind you have come to expect from Five Branches.

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What Is a Superfruit?

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echnically, a superfruit is just a marketing term created to sell products that contain exotic sounding fruits. But the underlying health benefits of superfruits are far from manufactured. Superfruits boast powerful antioxidants that promise to slow down the aging process, while recent research shows promising potential to help prevent some diseases. Berries rich in phytonutrients, amino acids, vitamins and trace minerals lead the pack. Here are some heroic fruits to keep your eye (and stomach) on this year.

THE SUPERHERO: Açai

Goji berries

Right now, the king of the bunch is açai, a berry found in the Amazon jungles of Brazil. It reportedly boasts twice the antioxidant power as blueberries, and 10 times that of red wine. Açai has been added to fruit juices by many companies. We like MonaVie’s premier açai blend (www.monavie.com) and a handful of juices from Bossa Nova (www.bossausa. com), which are available at Whole Foods, Safeway, Target and many more retailers. THE GOOD: Omega fatty acids, dietary

ﬁber, amino acids THE SUPER: Some research shows promising reduction in leukemia cell proliferation.

THE SIDEKICKS: Goji berry (Wolfberry) THE GOOD: Dietary fiber, riboflavin, 11 essential and 22 trace dietary minerals, 18 amino acids, six essential vitamins, five unsaturated fatty acids, calcium, potassium, iron, vitamin C. THE SUPER: Some research shows promise in the prevention/reduction of Alzheimer’s related symptoms.

Blueberry THE GOOD: Vitamin C, manganese, vitamin B-6, vitamin K, dietary ﬁber THE SUPER: Promising research in anti-inﬂammation properties associated with the colon.

Cranberry THE GOOD: Vitamin C, dietary ﬁber, manganese THE SUPER: Research shows that cranberry compounds can help kill Streptococcus bacteria in the mouth, while cranberries have long been considered beneﬁcial for sufferers of urinary tract infections.

Mangosteen THE GOOD: Dietary ﬁber, folate THE SUPER: Long used in Southeast Asia for inﬂammatory and septic

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nti-aging elixirs are as old as Methuselah (who lived to be 969, or so the Bible says). But as those of us with empty wallets and creased foreheads know too well, these potions are never all they promise to be. Many have been shoved to the back shelves of obsolescence, the modernday equivalent of snake oil – which makes the latest age-prevention route all the more refreshing. More and more doctors are saying that what you eat is directly related to how well (or badly) you age. Put another way, it’s not about what you put on your face, but rather what you put on your plate. In later life, diet can affect your cardiovascular health, bone density, mental acuity, and even the smoothness of your skin. “Whatever you put in your body ends up in your skin, and whatever you put on your skin ends up in your body,” says Patti Searle, owner of Thrivin’ Edibles (www.thrivinedibles.com), a Campbell-based meal delivery company

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Vikki Petersen, a certified clinical nutritionist at the HealthNOW Medical Center in Sunnyvale (www.healthnowmedical.com), is author of The Gluten Effect: How “Innocent” Wheat is Ruining Your Health, a new book that addresses, in part, how diet influences inflammation. According to Peterson, a diet high in gluten (a protein found in cereal grains such as wheat) can trigger an immune response in many people, causing inflammation. These inflammatory changes can damage nerve cells, resulting in symptoms that “range from clumsiness to headaches to numbness to mood disorders to memory problems.” A gluten-free, lowcarb diet can address these problems. It’s important to remember that “the rate of aging varies from individual to individual,” as an article in Scientific American noted a few years ago. The exact mechanisms of aging are far from well understood, and a person’s life span is, for the most part, unpre-

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s winter’s cool grasp starts to loosen, it’s time to start thinking about spring. But that requires some preparation. It’s no secret that winter can be hard on the skin and hair, stripping moisture from the face, body and scalp, while those fashionable winter boots can play havoc with heels and toes (and make pedicures a less frequent indulgence). On the makeup front, spring means it’s time to consider rejuvenating that cosmetic color scheme, moving away from the dark shades that dominate winter and sporting fresher, more spring-savvy colors. We’ve whipped up the perfect prescription for your skincare and beauty routines, to ensure you’re looking beautiful and refreshed come the first day of spring.

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to undernourished skin, argan oil is blended with the fragrant oils of sweet orange, patchouli, eucalyptus and cedarwood to create a liquid that gently cleanses the skin without stripping it of essential lipids. Can’t wait until April? Try the collection’s intensive skin salve, which is ideal for winter-ravaged cuticles, and can also be used on the hair to smooth split ends and flyaway hairs. Linden Leaves Absolute Dreams Body Oil, $37.50 (250ml) Kiehl’s Superbly Restorative Argan Body Cleansing Oil, $27.50 (8oz); Kiehl’s Superbly Restorative Skin Salve, $25 (1.4oz)

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When it comes to cosmetics, winter is all about deeply colored lips and dark, smoky eyes, but spring is a time to lighten up the palette. Think floral shades such as gleaming rose-petal pinks, or warm, peachy tones. We like the Platinum Pink Shimmer Brick from Bobbi Brown (www.bobbibrowncosmetics.com), a blend of several shades of shimmering powder (such as soft pink, bright pink, platinum and coral) that are perfect for eyes and cheeks. Also new for spring from Bobbi Brown is the Shimmering Body Oil, which offers skin a much needed dose of moisture while also adding a radiant glow. New from Benefit Cosmetics (www.benefitcosmetics.com) for the coming season are their Spring ’09 lip and eye colors. We like their creaseless cream eye shadow/liner in golden fawn shade Samba-dy Loves Me, and their full-finish lipstick in Thrillin’ Brazilian (a coppery spiced chai shade), both of which are perfect for adding a touch of warmth to complexions still sporting that winter whitewash. Bobbi Brown Platinum Pink Shimmer Brick, $40; Bobbi Brown Shimmering Body Oil, $34 Beneﬁt Cosmetics Creaseless Cream Eye Shadow/Liner, $19; Beneﬁt Cosmetics Full-Finish Lipstick, $18

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It’s an all too obvious (and at times, embarrassing) fact that winter can leave many of us with a dry, flaky scalp. Even if the shoulders of that favorite black coat aren’t dusted with dandruff, a special shampoo will not only do wonders for your scalp health, but even help prevent the onset of the dreaded flakes. We love Pureology’s new Dandruff Scalp Cure range, which is designed especially for color treated hair. The gentle shampoo and conditioner uses a restorative blend of botanicals, green tea and burdock root to soothe the scalp, while a 2-percent dose of anti-dandruff ingredient pyrithione zinc fights the flaking, itching and scalp scaling associated with dandruff. Oh, and it smells lovely!

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Oil: Nature’s Fragrant Fix

To combat winter dryness, try giving your skin some extra care with a nurturing body oil. We like the handmade body oils from Linden Leaves (www.lindenleavesusa.com), which are whimsically packaged with real flower stems inside the bottles, as well as charming names such as Absolute Dreams, In Love Again, Memory and Pick Me Up. Absolute Dreams is a mellow blend of lavender, sandalwood, cedarwood and orange oils that helps to balance, calm and relax, while the blend of pure fruit oils is enriched with vitamin E to nourish dry skin. For a noticeable improvement in dry and weather-damaged skin, massage a small amount of the oil into warm skin after a bath or shower and allow it to absorb for several minutes before dressing. For those who balk at the idea of putting pure oil on the skin, the new body cleansing oil (available in April) in the Kiehl’s (www.kiehls.com) Superbly Restorative Argan Oil collection will be ideal. Prized for centuries for its ability to restore elasticity, smoothness, and moisture levels 42

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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 upon 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.

BAY AREA HEALTH SPA 2055 Grant Rd., Ste. 100, Los Altos (650) 390-9727 www.bayareahealthspa.com

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This natural health and wellness center provides clients with holistic products and body treatments that rejuvenate the spirit, enrich the mind, cleanse the body and awaken the soul. Services include mineral body wraps, specialized facials, ionic foot cleansing, infrared saunas and more.

HARMONIE EUROPEAN DAY SPA 14501 Big Basin Way, Saratoga (408) 741-4997 www.harmoniespa.com

Harmonie has become the spa of choice for discerning Silicon Valley spa-goers who seek high quality services and products in an elegant and tranquil atmosphere. Services include spa essentials such as massage, deep cleansing facials, advanced skin treatments, microdermabrasion and other specialized treatments. Harmonie is also renowned for its spa packages like the Parisian Afternoon, which includes a facial with back, neck, shoulder massage, a manicure and pedicure, plus a makeup touch-up and a tray of English tea sandwiches.

THE SPA - LOS GATOS 100 S. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos (408) 354-5901 www.thespalosgatos.com

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won Best Massage in The Wave’s 2008 Readers’ Choice Awards, also prides itself on exceptional service and providing each guest with truly refreshing spa experience. The 8,000-squarefoot facility boasts 15 spacious treatment rooms offering a broad array of facial, massage and body services, in addition to state-of-the-art medi-spa services. The spa also houses a full-service hair salon and a boutique offering an array of wellness, skincare and lifestyle products.

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.

DENTISTRY

BAY DENTAL 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.

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

In addition to its cool atmosphere and talented, highly-trained stylists, Faux also wins praise for its staff’s refreshing professional honesty, which means clients never leave the salon with a style that doesn’t suit them.

DR. MICHAEL BOUZID, DDS

FOXY AVENUE CLIPS

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

1810 S. Bascom Ave., Campbell (408) 371-CLIPS www.foxyavenueclips.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!

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.

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FERGUSON DENTAL CARE 1198 Meridian Ave., Ste. A, San Jose (408) 266-4242 www.robertfergusondds.com

LIMON SALON

For 16 years, Dr. Ferguson and his team have been providing quality family dental care. Services include crowns in one visit, periodontal laser therapy, Invisalign braces, bridges, dentures, implants, cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening and more.

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

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.

SUPER SLOW ZONE 5988 Silver Creek Valley Rd., Ste. 55, San Jose (408) 578-9663 www.sszsilvercreek.com

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SuperSlow is a specially designed complete exercise routine that uses a high-intensity, lowforce strengthening method that is beneficial for rehabilitation, bodybuilding, weight loss and general exercise. The brief but highly efficient workouts are perfect for those with busy Silicon Valley work schedules, as total body fitness is achieved through only 20 minutes, twice a week.

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.

ALEXANDRIA SALON & SPA 1346 The Alameda, Ste. 8, San Jose (408) 971-2926 www.thealexandriasalon.com

The Alexandria’s skilled staff and stylists offer an unforgettable salon experience, with everything from hair styling and coloring services and complete makeovers to skincare and waxing services, massages, body treatments and even a clothing boutique on-site to complete the beautiful transformation.

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378 E. Campbell Ave., Campbell (408) 378-3289 www.fauxsalon.com

This edgy hair salon promises a salon atmosphere like no other, infusing style with cutting-edge art and music. Think creative stylists, exhibitions of local artists’ works, music from local bands, and products from leading hair care brands Bumble and Bumble and Redken.

NIRVANA AVEDA CONCEPT SALON 224 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Ste. B, Los Gatos (408) 354-7979 www.nirvanasalon.com

This salon truly puts the chic in eco, offering an array of hair styling and coloring services while maintaining an environmentally friendly ethos. Add to that its soothing atmosphere, highly trained stylists and personal service, and this salon offers the ultimate combination of inner and outer beauty.

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.

VOILA HAIR DESIGN 221 State St., Los Altos (650) 941-9515

This salon’s talented stylists are sure to get clients out of their hairstyle rut and into a stunning new style. Whether it’s edgy, contemporary styles or classic Hollywood hair, the styling services here are top notch, and come teamed with personalized service for each individual client.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

FIVE BRANCHES INSTITUTE 200 Seventh Ave., Santa Cruz (831) 476-9424; 3031 Tisch Way, Ste. 5PW, San Jose (408) 260-0208 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.

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THE HUMAN ENGINE CLINIC

MAKEUP & HAIR

(888) 295-6059

Call for a free consumer guide on information about health programs that drastically cut costs and reduce risks associated with diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol.

LE’S HAIR AND MAKEUP SERVICES

INTERNAL SPA REJUVENATION CENTER

Quang Le’s offers premier specialty hair styling and makeup artistry for weddings, commercial photography, fashion shoots and runway work, specializing in all phases of makeup. The expert team here will create a hairstyle customized to the shape of your face, and is also renowned for the latest in hair extensions.

2055 Grant Rd., Ste. 100, Los Altos (650) 390-9727 www.bayareahealthspa.com

Provides a comfortable environment to detoxify and reduce stress safely through colonic hydrotherapy. As certiﬁed hydrotherapists, the center offers increased vitamin and mineral absorption, a strengthened immune system and increased energy, reversing fatigue, constipation, skin problems, depression and mood swings.

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

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.

SAN VITUM 1373 Alderbrook Ln., San Jose (408) 718-3953 www.sanvitum.com

Certified health and nutrition counselor Sara Stern offers health counseling services that take a unique and exciting approach to food and nutrition. While most dieticians dwell on calories, carbs, fats, proteins, restrictions and lists of good and bad foods, Stern works with clients to create a happy, healthy life in a way that is flexible and fun, guiding clients to find the food and lifestyle choices that best support them, while helping them make gradual, lifelong changes that enable them to reach their health goals.

Serving the Bay Area (408) 718-3945 lehairandmakeupservices.com

MEDI SPAS

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. 50

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, in the heart of the California Avenue shopping district in Palo Alto, is a premier salon. Offering the latest in cuts and color is just the beginning. You’ll enjoy our boutique where you’ll find everything you need-hair care, skincare and makeup. We offer scalp and hand massages and makeup touch-ups free with each service. Call today and book an appointment.

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New options in wrinkle & scar treatments, laser hair removal & leg vein therapy. Specializing in body-after-baby, bio-identical hormone replacement and medically-supervised weight loss.

Slimlipo Laser Sculpting The latest tummy tuck alternative. Uniquely flattens & tightens. As safe as it is effective. Return to work in as few as 2 days.

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Emerge Medi Spa

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 Awards, 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) 354-3587 www.eternalbeautymedicalclinic.com

Born out of Dr. Forouzan Vaghar’s vision for a clinic that offered medical aesthetic services in 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

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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.

PLASTIC SURGERY

including face and eyelid treatments, laser hair removal, Botox, skin peels, massages, anti-aging treatments and so much more.

DR. HOANG DO, MD 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

CHRYSALIS AESTHETIC & RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY

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.

800 Pollard Rd., Ste. B-203, Los Gatos (408) 370-1110 www.drjonathanle.com

MAGIC TAN

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.

5450 Thornwood Dr., Ste. D, San Jose (408) 225-5688

With more than 20 years of experience, Magic Tan offers a wide range of expertise. Services include infrared heat wraps, cellulite and stretch mark reduction, post-pregnancy recovery, acne and skin treatment, pain reduction, insomnia treatment and much more. TW

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,

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San Jose Convention Center-South Hall, 435 S. Market St., San Jose www.bayareagolfshow.com

FRIDAY Catalyst Club, 1011 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz www.catalystclub.com

March 6: Los Lobos has been bringing their Mex/folk/rock sounds to the masses for more than 20 years, and for good reason… they ROCK!: 9pm

10. OUTRAGEOUS OUTGROWNS

March 6-7: Ever want to see one of the greatest jazz artists EVER! Good, see you at Yoshi’s.

Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, Pavilion Hall, 344 Tully Rd., San Jose (408) 391-5909 www.outrageousoutgrowns.com

16. AFGHAN FRIENDS NETWORK 2009 GALA & FUNDRAISER

March 6-8: If you have kids, you know all too well how expensive those li’l devils can be. That’s why you need to hit the Bay Area’s largest kids’ products resale event, featuring clothes, toys, furniture and much more!

The Neighborhood House Historical Building, 953 De Haro St., San Francisco www.afghanfriends.net

March 6: Enjoy an evening of traditional Afghan food, drinks, live music, along with an auction and award-winning journalist Fariba Nawa: Funds raised benefit women and children in Afghanistan: 6-9:30pm

Venues throughout San Jose www.cinequest.org

Thru March 8: If you’re a lover of cinema, don’t miss this year’s Cinequest, featuring more than 80 feature and short films. 2. THE PRINTS OF ANDY WARHOL

San Jose Museum of Art, 110 S. Market St., San Jose (408) 2716840 www.sjmusart.org

Thru May 31: There is no bigger artist from the pop art movement than Andy Warhol. Visit the San Jose Museum of Art and see some of his most famous and influential pieces.

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4. BEGINNING COMPOSTING WORKSHOP Guadalupe River Park & Gardens Visitor Center, 438 Coleman Ave., San Jose (408) 298-7657 www.grpg.org

March 4: “Master composter” Phil Cornish will tell you everything you need to know about the wonderful and often misunderstood world of composting: 6-8pm 5. EWOMENNETWORK ACCELERATED NETWORKING DINNER Biltmore Hotel, 2151 Laurelwood Rd., Santa Clara (408) 288-8484

March 4: Elisa Page discusses the importance of blogging for your business, and how she turned blogging into her business: 5:30-8:30pm

3. SILICON VALLEY ASTRONOMY LECTURE SERIES Foothill College Smithwick Theatre, 12345 El Monte Rd., Los Altos (650) 949-7888 www.foothill.edu

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6. HOLISTIC LIVING EXPO Holiday Inn, 1740 N. First St., San Jose www.holisticlivingexpo.com

March 8: All of your holistic needs will be met at this year’s Holistic Living Expo, featuring spiritual counseling, art, music, acupuncture, psychic surgery, aura photography and more!: 10am-6pm 7. US YOUTH SOCCER ADIDAS WORKSHOP San Jose McEnery Convention Center, 150 W. San Carlos St., San Jose www.usyouthsoccer.org

March 5-7: If you have a passion for coaching soccer, you won’t want to miss the US Youth Soccer Adidas Workshop, featuring a number of educational sessions, demonstrations and more than 200 exhibitors.

March 6-8: Join Thomas the Tank Engine and all the pals for an evening of family fun, music and adventure!

The Los Gatos Museums Gallery, 24 N. Santa Cruz, Los Gatos (408) 395-7386 www.losgatosmuseum.org/gallery

EDITORS’ PICK

Flint Center for the Performing Arts, Cupertino www.flintcenter.com

17. EVENING FOR THE ARTS

March 6: Starting today, and continuing every first Friday of the month, the museum begins its special program, where you’ll meet many local artists, view amazing art and help raise money for the museums of Los Gatos: 6-9pm

March 7-15: A fast-talking salesman cons a small town into a huge order of band instruments for their schoolchildren. But his plans run afoul when he falls for the lovely madame librarian. 20. HBO BOXING AFTER DARK

HP Pavilion, 525 W. Santa Clara St., San Jose www.hppsj.com

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Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St., Mountain View (650) 903-6000 www.mvcpa.com

Yoshi’s, Jack London Square, 510 Embarcadero W., Oakland www.yoshis.com

San Jose State University Theatre, Fifth & San Fernando Sts., San Jose (408) 924-4551 www.tvradiofilmtheatre.com

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MONDAY

March 7: The Silicon Valley Symphony performs its first concert for 2009, featuring Adagio for Strings by Samuel Barber, Fanfare for the Common Man by Aaron Copland, Roman Carnival Overture by Hector Berlioz, Famous Opera Arias sung by Khori Dastoor (star of Opera San Jose), and Scheherazade, Op. 35 by Rimsky-Korsakov.

March 6-28: An exploration of African-American roots via an unusual channel – the fashionable church hats of African American women who wear them as spiritual “crowns.”

March 6-8: We here at The Wave love, and we do mean LOVE, body art. That’s why you’ll find us all at this year’s Body Art Expo enjoying the work of more than 300 tattoo artists, along with tattoo contests, celebrity judges, live bands and DJs, on-site piercing and tattooing, food, clothing and more!

12. THOMAS & FRIENDS

Presbyterian Church of Los Gatos, 16575 Shannon Rd., Los Gatos www.siliconvalleysymphony.net

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

Cow Palace, 2600 Geneva Ave., Daly City www.bodyartexpo.com

March 4: Join astronomer Steven Beckwith, former director of the Space Telescope Science Institute (which runs the Hubble Program), as he gives an illustrated, nontechnical talk, The Dawn of Creation: The First Two Billion Years: 7-8:30pm

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SATURDAY

March 6-8: Fore! Swing on over to the San Jose Convention Center and check out some of the latest and greatest in golf gear, along with contests, free lessons, giveaways and more!

8. LOS LOBOS

March 6-14: Betrayal, infidelity, brutal murder, incest, cannibalism, and infanticide... though these fairy tales are familiar, their exploration of humanity’s dark underbelly isn’t for kids.

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March 7: NABO and USBA junior welterweight crowns will be on the line when “Vicious” Victor Ortiz takes on “Mighty” Mike Arnaoutis, while Gilroy native and two-time Featherweight World Champion Robert “The Ghost” Guerrero battles undefeated contender Daud Yordan: 3:30pm [See Spotlight, page 6] 21. 2009 WHITE ELEPHANT SALE White Elephant Sale Warehouse, 333 Lancaster St., Oakland (510) 536-6800 www.whiteelephantsale.org

March 7-8: Don’t miss the Oakland Museum’s annual sale, with proceeds benefiting the museum’s exhibitions and activities. Sorry, no actual elephants will be sold at this event. 22. OSH HOW-TO FAIR Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton www.osh.com

March 7-8: Home improvement addicts, pay attention: 400 vendor booths and product displays, how-to demonstrations, fix-it tips and clinics, cooking demos, celebrity appearances and activities for the children. 23. RICHIE HAVENS The Great American Music Hall, 859 O’Farrell St., San Francisco www.gamh.com

March 7: Ever see the Richie Havens Woodstock performance? Well, to put it mildly, it was incredible (maybe even super incredible), that’s why we suggest you get your keister to the concert for a whoppin’ display of his greatness!: 8pm 24. THE STING SWING BALL San Mateo Masonic Lodge, 100 N. Ellsworth Ave., San Mateo www.peers.org/sting.html

March 3: Throw on your best 1930s garb and get ready to swing! Enjoy a night of dancing, costumes, live music from Lee Presson & the Nails and free dance lessons: 6:45pm-12:15am

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34. SAN JOSE HOME SHOW San Jose McEnery Convention Center, 150 W. San Carlos St., San Jose (888) 560-EXPO www.acshomeshow.com

March 13-15: Attention, home owners: You’ll find the latest in everything to make your home and garden look spectacular with, exhibits, seminars, and aisles of vendors to answer your home care needs. 35. GEM FAIRE Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton www.gemfaire.com

First United Methodist Church, 625 Hamilton Ave., Palo Alto (415) 392-4400

March 7: Anne-Marie McDermott, Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg and the New Century Chamber Orchestra bring to life the romance and intensity of Russia.

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SUNDAY 26. SERGIO MONROY QUARTET Moe’s Alley, 1535 Commercial Way, Santa Cruz (831) 479-1854 www.moesalley.com

March 8: A very special evening of jazz-infused flamenco with the Sergio Monroy Quartet, featuring guest dancer Graciela Perrone: 8pm

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March 9: The Prazak Quartet, established in 1972 while its members were all students of the Prague Conservatory, has established a long and well-deserved reputation for virtuoso Czech traditions: 7:30pm 28. UNIQUE LIVES & EXPERIENCES PRESENTS GLORIA STEINEM San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Blvd., San Jose www.uniquelives.com

March 9: Join Gloria Steinem as she discusses her lifelong pursuit for gender equality: 7:30pm

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29. THE AMSTERDAM LOEKI STARDUST

March 10: The Dutch group, in their 30-year farewell tour, celebrates their history of virtuoso performances of works by Vivaldi, Bach, Ashton and other renowned composers.

36. OUR TOWN

Heritage Theatre, One W. Campbell Ave., Campbell (408) 866-2700 www.heritagetheatre.org

March 13-15: Campbell Theatre Company presents Thornton Wilder’s timeless portrayal of family, marriage and small-town life.

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WEDNESDAY 30. IT AIN’T NOTHIN’ BUT THE BLUES

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Lucie Stern Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Rd., Palo Alto (650) 903-6000 www.theatreworks.org

37. SAN JOSE SUPER TOY, COMIC & RECORD SHOW

March 11-April 11: A powerful, highenergy retrospective into the history of the blues, from African chants to the twanging guitar of country blues.

Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, 344 Tully Rd., San Jose www. timetunneltoys.com/toyshow.html

31. DANU

March 14: Are you an Easy-Bake Oven collector, or are you just looking for a new ViewMaster Viewer? Either way, the San Jose Super Toy Show will have what you need, featuring more than 200 toy, comic book and record vendors selling new and vintage items.

Dinkelspiel Auditorium, 471 Lagunita Dr., Stanford University, livelyarts.stanford.edu

March 11: As one of the foremost traditional Irish ensembles, Danu, named after a Celtic goddess of fertility, has brought a bit of Ireland across the seas.

38. THE GREAT GATSBY RUMMAGE SALE

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March 14: It’s all about “rummaging” at this year’s Great Gatsby Rummage Sale, featuring furniture, children’s clothing, computers, house wares, and much, much more!: 8am-Noon

THURSDAY 32. G. LOVE & SPECIAL SAUCE Catalyst Club, 1011 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz (831) 423-1388 www.catalystclub.com

March 12: We always thought “special sauce” was just a blend of ketchup and mayonnaise. Who knew it was really a combination of blues and hip-hop? 33. WATER & POWER

Mexican Heritage Plaza Theatre, 1700 Alum Rock Ave., San Jose (408) 272-9926 www.teatrovision.org

March 12-29: Twin brothers, a police officer and politician, have fulfilled their father’s expectations to “make a difference,” yet find themselves embroiled in a life or death scandal that threatens that legacy.

39. THE 158TH ANNUAL SAN FRANCISCO ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE Market St. and Civic Center Plaza, San Francisco (415) 395-3417 www.sfstpatricksdayparade.com

March 14: A huge parade with floats, dancers and bagpipes followed by a festival featuring arts & crafts, food, beverages, children’s activities and much more: 11:30am

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40. JAZZ ON THE WHARF Santa Cruz Wharf, Beach St., Santa Cruz (831) 420-5273 www.ci.santa-cruz.ca.us/pr/wharf

March 15: Dance on the wharf to great jazz, along with food and activities for the kids: 11:30am5:30pm 41. CAROL CHANNING IN CONCERT WITH THE CALIFORNIA POPS ORCHESTRA

Venture Christian Church Theater, 16845 Hicks Rd., Los Gatos (650) 856-8432 www.californiapopsorchestra.com

March 15: The California Pops Orchestra would like to welcome Carol Channing for a night of humorous storytelling and music: 3pm 42. FANTABULOUS EVENTS BRIDAL SHOW Hilton Hotel, 4949 Great American Pkwy., Santa Clara www.fantabulousevents.com

March 15: So he popped the question. Are you popping with planning stress? Head over to the Fantabulous Events bridal show to see the latest in formal wear, wedding cakes, gowns and much more: 11am-4pm

43. SUNDAY SALSA: SPANISH HARLEM ORCHESTRA Memorial Auditorium, 551 Serra Mall, Stanford University (650) 725-ARTS livelyarts.stanford.edu

March 15: Prepare to have your mind blown by one of the baddest orchestras around. That’s right, please welcome the Spanish Harlem Orchestra!: 2:30pm

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44. HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY!

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THURSDAY 45. 23 ANNUAL SANTA CRUZ KAYAK SURF FESTIVAL RD

Steamer Lane, Lighthouse Pt., Santa Cruz www.asudoit.com/ kayak_fest

March 20-22: Three days of competitive kayak surfing for novices and experts, with live entertainment, food, and free kayak demos.

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46. SPIRIT HOUSE DANCES

De Anza College, 21250 Stevens Creek Blvd., Cupertino (408) 864-5416 www.deanza.edu

March 20-21: DeAnza College celebrates the grand opening of its new Visual and Performing Arts Center with a performance of Songs of the Disinherited by UC Irvine dance professor Donald McKayle.

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SATURDAY 47. COPPELIA

Mountain View Center for the Arts, 500 Castro St. Mountain View (650) 903-6000 www.mvcpa.com

March 21-22: A young man is brought to foolishness by the beautiful and amazingly lifelike doll of the diabolical Dr. Coppelius.

48. CAMELOT

Montgomery Theatre, 291 S. Market St., San Jose www.lyrictheatre.org

March 21-29: Join King Arthur, along with the Knights of the Round Table, Queen Guinevere, and his backstabbing right-hand man, Sir Lancelot, for an evening of mystery, magic, love, friendship, and betrayal. 49. THIRD ANNUAL SAN FRANCISCO CHOCOLATE SALON Fort Mason Center-Herbst Pavilion, sfchocolatesalon.com

March 21: Ever see Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory? Well, this is just like that, except no one falls into a river of chocolate… or do they?: 10am-6pm 50. FINE BEAUTY OF THE ISLAND Sunnyvale Theatre Community Center, 550 E. Remington Dr., Sunnyvale (408) 733-6611 www.arts.insunnyvale.com

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RECORDER QUARTET Saint Luke’s Episcopal Church, 20 University Ave., Los Gatos (408) 354-2195 www.stlukeslg.org

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25. THE GLORY OF RUSSIA

March 13-15: More than 100 exhibitors from all over the world will be offering the best deals west of the Mississippi on jewelry, gems, beads, crystals, silver and minerals and more.

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An important role indeed, and not just to ensure we enjoy our supper. The ability to perceive these flavors is the result of evolution’s ability to put a very fine point on our need to keep our bodies fueled. In other words, we taste sweet in search of sucrose as a source of energy, sour in order to detect food’s rate of spoilage (as well as to detect organic acids to accelerate metabolism), salty to detect needed minerals, bitter to alert us to harmful substances, and umami to signal protein and essential nutrients. Not only is the ability to detect umami present at birth, but it is in fact the guiding flavor upon which all newborns rely to get themselves fed. How so? Because of their acute taste for umami, infants come to crave their mother’s breast milk – an extremely umami-flavored and glutamate-rich substance, not to mention the lone source of protein for most newborns. The only creature with higher glutamate content in their breast milk is the chimpanzee, with 38.9 (mg/100ml), as compared to 21.6 (mg/100ml) in humans.

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Deliciousness Far from a made-up word, it is the essence of the enigmatic flavor known as umami. BY KEVIN LYNCH

emember in high school physiology class when the teacher talked about the senses? Each day was devoted to a different sense, and when the subject was taste, students would learn about the areas of the tongue where humans register sour, salty, bitter and sweet. Oftentimes the teacher would use a map of the tongue to illustrate where each of these flavors resided. And if the class was taught by one of the more progressive science teachers, they may have heard the term umami, also known as the fifth flavor. Umami, which translates literally from 54

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Japanese as “deliciousness,” is described by the Umami Information Center (www.umamiinfo.com) as a “pleasant savory taste imparted by glutamate, a type of amino acid, and ribonucleotides, including inosinate and guanylate, which occur naturally in many foods, including meat, fish, vegetables and dairy products.” In explaining the nuances of this unique flavor, the website notes that “as the taste of umami itself is subtle and blends well with other tastes to expand and round out flavors, most people don’t recognize umami when they encounter it, but it plays an important role in making food taste delicious.”

The discovery of umami took place in the Tokyo lab of Dr. Kikunea Ikeda in 1908, when he isolated the amino acids that are the building blocks of the flavor. Through his research, he was able to demonstrate that glutamate was the key to the powerful flavors one apprehends when eating broths and other protein-rich, savory dishes. Further research determined that there was a significant nutritional benefit to be gained along with the flavor component. Additional laboratory research by Dr. Shintaro Kodama in 1913 and Dr. Akira Kuninaka in 1960 further broke down the essences of umami by pointing out that umami-rich foods are high in inosinate (a compound found in fish and meats) and guanylate (a substance that is abundant in natural foods, mainly mushrooms). It is no wonder that Japanese scientists made these sensorialscientific discoveries. A short inspection of the Japanese diet reveals an abundance of umami-rich foods, including green tea, various types of kelp, seaweed and dried fish, plus a wide range of seafood and several Japanese mushrooms.

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THE MSG DEBATE Beyond the natural realm, the discovery of umami spawned a new industry: the manufactured flavor business, whose most common and controversial product has been monosodium glutamate (MSG). The application of MSG to foods is said to produce what is euphemistically known as Chinese Restaurant Syndrome, causing symptoms such as headaches, lethargy and body aches. The “discovery” of this malady has spawned another industry, the anti-MSG business that produces cookbooks and home tests to determine one’s tolerance (or more accurately, one’s intolerance) to the substance, not to mention a plethora of alarmist websites whose overarching assertions insist that many of the ills of society – from the increasing numbers of diabetics to childhood obesity – can be traced back to ingesting too much MSG. While scientific research has been largely inconclusive, it seems that there is no such thing as an MSG allergy or intolerance. What makes intolerance to MSG unlikely is that many of the foods we all eat contain all the components found in MSG, and yet produce no ill affects. The probable culprit is a diet consisting mainly, if not entirely, of processed foods.

That said, umami is not exclusive to Japanese food – both tomatoes and parmesan cheese are rich in the flavor, which explains the deliciousness of much Italian cuisine. So what does umami taste like, and how do you know when you taste it? Hiro Sone, the chef and owner of Ame in San Francisco and Terra in Napa Valley, describes umami as the “magical combination that happens when two plus two doesn’t equal four, but two plus two equals six.” In doing so, Sone captures the enigmatic nature of umami: It enhances other flavors, yet there is no easy way to describe how it tastes. Sone goes on to cite examples of the flavor of vegetables that have been cooked in veal stock, or the flavors produced by the combination of kelp and dried bonito flakes called dashi [see recipe, page 56], which is the base of many Japanese soups and sauces. “In Japan, every meal you eat, you hear people say the word ‘umami,’” he adds. Tim Hanni, CEO of the Napa Seasoning Co., offers a simple method to discover umami for one’s self. “Take a mushroom,” he says, “any kind of mushroom. Slice off a bite and eat it. In all likelihood, it will have sort of tasted bland or was nearly flavorless. Take the remaining por56

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Make your own umami-rich eats with this simple bowl of the classic Japanese soup.

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Miso, a fermented soy paste, is mixed with the soup’s base, umami-loaded dashi (a broth flavored with dried kelp and fish), to create a flavorful, healthy soup that is usually served as an appetizer in Japanese cuisine. Be careful not to bring the soup to a boil, as it contains healthy living enzymes that are killed when the soup’s temperature rises above 212 degrees.

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In a large saucepan, add the water and kombu. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat. Add bonito. Steep for three minutes. Strain.

Cut the tofu into ¼-inch pieces. Heat the miso and dashi together in a pot very gently. Stir constantly. Do not boil. Add the tofu. Remove from heat after one minute. Garnish by snipping green onions over soup.

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½ cup light miso paste 7 ½ cups dashi 8 ounces firm tofu 4 green onions

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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, have the ability of becoming 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 have 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.

CUPERTINO

THE BLUE PHEASANT RESTAURANT & BAR $$$ [American] 22100 Stevens Creek Blvd., Cupertino (408) 255-3300 www.bluepheasant.com

Regulars return for the rich entrées like the rack of lamb and the beef Wellington, not to mention the famous crab cakes. The Blue Pheasant offers a warm, quaint atmosphere, and windows display views of the Blackberry Farm Golf Course. Complete the night in the lounge with dancing (DJ music ranges from swing and ballroom to salsa, hip-hop and old-time rock ’n’ roll).

MERLION RESTAURANT AND WINE BAR $$$ [Asian Fusion] 19628 Stevens Creek Blvd., Cupertino (408) 777-8228 www.merlion.us

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This modern yet cozy restaurant channels sophistication with its transparent wine cellar and iconic Singaporean décor, the Merlion (a lion head with a ﬁsh body). The food is a blend of Singaporean, Thai, Malaysian, Indian and Chinese inﬂuences. Order family-style and choose an item from every category to entertain your palette. Peruse the extensive wine list to complete your meal, and don’t skip the exotic desserts.

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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.

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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offered at this seafood paradise. The garlic cheesy bread is a must-have with your meal.

MILPITAS

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. 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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CAFÉ BAKLAVA $$ [Turkish] 341 Castro St., Mountain View (650) 969-3835 www.cafebaklava.com

Three generations of Turkish cooking anchor Café Baklava’s sensational cuisine, which is Mediterranean food at its ﬁnest. And if borek, mezes, dolma, doner kebap and kofte don’t ring any bells, just think heaping portions of humus and falafel, fresh salads, slices of slowly cooked lamb and beef, stuffed eggplant, marinated lamb, chicken and beef cooked on a charcoal grill, and kebabs galore!

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.

TEMPTATIONS $ [Indian, Chinese fusion] 288 Castro St., Mountain View (650) 625-1234 www.temptationsca.com

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Using fresh ingredients from local suppliers mixed with special sauces created from Asian spices, everything at Temptations is, well, tempting. Start with some veggie spring rolls, then move on to the chicken tikka masala, tandoor-roasted chicken breast pieces cooked in rich, creamy tomato gravy; or any of the seafood dishes. The rest of the vast menu is adorned with soups, noodles, vegetarian entrées, chop suey, and more unique entrées than there are in all of Asia.

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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.

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

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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.

THE WINE ROOM [Small Plates] 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.

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. 62

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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 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.

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.

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 features a large assortment of salads, sandwiches and wraps.

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MAMA’S CURRY [Indian] 1704 E. Brokaw Rd., Ste. 100, San Jose (408) 441-0389

Inexpensive, fast Indian food done right is hard to come by. Thankfully, Mama’s Curry ﬁlls the void. Try their chicken tikka masala or any of their curry dishes. There’s a lot of variety here, and the fresh naan is to die for.

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.

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.

SPENCER’S FOR STEAKS AND CHOPS $$$

Experience a bit of modern Tokyo at Blowﬁsh Sushi, with DJ music and Japanese anime streaming across multiple video screens. Sushi, Japanese fusion appetizers, exotic entrées and intriguing desserts are sure to ﬂirt with your taste buds. Hang out in the liquor lounge with premium imported sakes and specialty cocktails like the sake cosmo or the lychee sidecar.

[American, Steakhouse] 2050 Gateway Pl., San Jose (408) 437-2170 www.spencersforsteaksandchops.com

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

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 luau-esque ambience.

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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 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.

[Japanese, Sushi, Asian Fusion] 355 Santana Row, Ste. 1010, San Jose (408) 345-3848 www.blowfishsushi.com

HOUSE OF GENJI $$$

[Asian, European] 2471 Berryessa Rd., San Jose (408) 926-9888; 4060 Monterey Rd., San Jose (408) 2819060; 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

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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BIRK’S RESTAURANT $$$ [Modern American, Steak] 3955 Freedom Cir., 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. Don’t miss the Tower Power Hour on Fridays from 4-6pm, when all bar menu items are half off. 64

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THE FISH MARKET $$ [Seafood, American] 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.

MARIANI’S RESTAURANT & INN $$ [Italian] 2500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara (408) 243-1431 www.marianis.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.

MEXICALI GRILL $ [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.

MR. CHAU’S $ [Chinese] 5223 Stevens Creek at Lawrence Expwy., Santa Clara (408) 296-7281 www.mrchaus.net

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This is the go-to spot for Chinese fast food, with locations all over Silicon Valley. All the staples are there – sweet and sour pork, kung pao chicken, orange chicken, egg rolls, steamed rice, “chau mein,” fried rice. It’s all served hot and ready, with generous portions that leave plenty of leftovers for tomorrow.

THAIBODIA BISTRO $ [Thai] 2155 El Camino Real, Santa Clara (408) 248-8868 www.thaibodia.com

Enjoy authentic Thai cuisine at this prime Santa Clara spot. Fried tofu, corn cakes, crispy soft shell crab, calamari, pineapple fried rice, red curry, duck curry, and a multitude of Thai specialties make Thaibodia’s cuisine never boring. They also have a full menu of beer, cocktails and wine.

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THE BASIN $$$ [American] 14572 Big Basin Way, Saratoga (408) 867-1906 www.thebasin.com

The Basin takes pride in serving fresh, wild and organic foods for an ever-changing menu. Entrées are American-themed with Spanish and Italian inﬂuences. Regulars love to relax on the outdoor patio under the old oak tree during warmer months while sipping seasonal cocktails. Make

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reservations if heading to a show at the Mountain Winery after dinner – chances are, all other ticket holders will be dining here, too.

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.

LA FONDUE $$$$ [Fondue, French, Swiss] 14550 Big Basin Way, Saratoga (408) 867-3332 www.lafondue.com

La Fondue is an exquisite place to take a date. Fondue combinations – designed for two persons – include an appetizer, salad, chocolate fondue dessert, and entrees dubbed “Wild Thing” (alligator, buffalo, crocodile, ostrich, venison, wild boar) and “Le Freak C’est Chic” (a taste of everything La Fondue has to offer). Any combination of cheese and bourguignonne (meat dipped in hot oil) are offered a la carte.

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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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 group together musicians that might not even know each other – yet, not surprisingly, the results are uniquely entertaining.

BRITANNIA ARMS [CUPERTINO] 1087 De Anza Blvd., Cupertino (408) 252-7262 www.britanniaarmscupertino.com WHEN: Wednesdays from 9pm or 10pm After the Irish dancing each Wednesday, the mic is opened to what has proven to be a vast array of amateur performers, from comedians and acoustic guitarists to aspiring poets and full bands hauling in their equipment.

IGUANAS BURRITOZILLA 330 S. Third St., Ste. A, San Jose (408) 271-9772

Open mic night at Iguanas Burritozilla

“Give It Up For...” Silicon Valley’s local talents show off their stuff at a host of open mic venues. BY JAMES CHEN

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WHEN: Thursdays from 8:30-Midnight Every Thursday night, Iguanas pairs their massive burritos with an eclectic mix of amateur performers, ranging from musicians to spokenword poetry, for some late-night entertainment.

IMPROV SAN JOSE 62 S. Second St., San Jose (408) 280-7475 www.improv.com WHEN: Monthly, check online calendar for listings

One of the biggest and best-known comedy clubs in the South Bay, Improv San Jose’s monthly Comedy Chaos open mic takes all comers, seasoned pros and ﬁrst-time amateurs alike.

JJ’S BLUES 3439 Stevens Creek Blvd., Cupertino (408) 243-6441 www.jjsblues.net WHEN: 7-9pm all week JJ’s weekly setup runs the entire gamut, from amateur jam sessions to acoustic and big-name performances – and it’s all blues, all the time.

pen mic night can encompass a bevy of performance and entertainment styles: poetry slams, amateur music, stand-up comedy, to name but a few. But even if you’re tuneless, can’t tell a joke to save your life or just lack the chutzpah to go up on stage, there are plenty of reasons to attend such venues. Open mic nights showcase the best of burgeoning local talent that is raw, unedited, and live – a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

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Many places in the Bay Area hold open mic nights, often setting the performances based on theme and style. Here’s a quick look at some of the best:

201 Castro St., Mountain View (650) 967-4473 www.redrockcoffee.org

ANGELICA’S BISTRO 863 Main St., Redwood City (650) 365-3226 www.angelicasbistro.com WHEN: Tuesdays 6:30pm, Fridays 7:30pm

Be it jazz, blues, reggae, folk or bluegrass, music fans ﬂock to Angelica’s en masse for the twice-weekly live performances.

BAREFOOT COFFEE ROASTERS 5237 Stevens Creek Blvd., Santa Clara (408) 248-4500 www.barefootcoffeeroasters.com WHEN: Wednesdays 7:30-10pm

Barefoot Coffee Roasters combines world-class coffee with world-class open mic, often booking solid for weeks.

2221 The Alameda, Santa Clara (408) 261-2221 www.southbayfolks.org/openmike.html WHEN: Thursdays 7-10pm The South Bay Folks organization hosts their weekly acoustic open mic at Mission City, blending a perfect mix of acoustic guitar and steaming cup of espresso.

RED ROCK COFFEE WHEN: Mondays 7-10pm Stand-up comedy, spoken-word poetry, or soulsearing blues: if it’s creative, and especially if it’s original, Red Rock wants to hear it.

ROOSTER T. FEATHERS COMEDY CLUB 157 W. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale (408) 736-0921 www.roostertfeathers.com WHEN: Once a month, Wednesdays 8pm Rooster T. Feathers is dedicated to preserving a tradition of home-brewed hilarity right here in the South Bay.

THE SPOT 201 Orchard City Dr., Campbell (408) 871-2499 www.veryopenmic.com WHEN: Sundays, 8pm to close The Spot’s Very Open Mic doesn’t care what genre or style you’re playing, as long as you’re playing. TW

BLUE ROCK SHOOT 14523 Big Basin Way, Saratoga (408) 872-0309 WHEN: Thursdays 7:30-10pm

Blue Rock Shoot’s Band in a Hat performances

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Francisco www.slims-sf.com

THE MERMEN

March 6, The Independent, San Francisco www.theindependentsf.com

March 19, Great American Music Hall, San Francisco www.gamh.com

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BLACK MOUNTAIN

March 6, The Catalyst Club, Santa Cruz www.catalystclub.com

March 20, Rickshaw Stop, San Francisco www.ticketmaster.com

TOM JONES March 7, The Warfield, San Francisco www.thewarfieldtheatre.com

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G. Love & Special Sauce

March 7, Great American Music Hall, San Francisco www.gamh.com

JIMMY EAT WORLD March 4, The Fillmore, San Francisco www.livenation.com

M. WARD March 5, Palace of the Fine Arts, San Francisco www.ticketmaster.com

CHRIS & THOMAS March 5, Orchard Valley Coffee , Campbell www. orchardvalleycoffee.com

BLACK LABEL SOCIETY March 6, The Fillmore, San Francisco www.livenation.com

SHITKICKERS March 6, Voodoo Lounge, San Jose www.voodooloungesj.com

THE START March 6, The Blank Club, San Jose

G. LOVE & SPECIAL SAUCE March 12, The Catalyst Club, Santa Cruz www.catalystclub.com

CUT COPY March 12, The Fillmore, San Francisco www.livenation.com

THE VON BONDIES March 13, Bottom of the Hill, San Francisco www.bottomofthehill.com

THE PRETENDERS March 14-15, The Fillmore, San Francisco www.livenation.com

...AND YOU WILL KNOW US BY THE TRAIL OF DEAD March 16, Slim’s, San Francisco www.slims-sf.com

RAY MANZAREK & ROBBY KRIEGER March 22, The Fillmore, San Francisco www.livenation.com

OK GO March 24, The Catalyst Club, Santa Cruz www.catalystclub.com March 25, Great American Music Hall, San Francisco www.gamh.com

TRICKY March 26, Mezzanine, San Francisco www.ticketmaster.com

COMING SOON Steve Kimock, Leon Redbone, Dark Star Orchestra, Ratatat, Fleet Foxes, Animal Collective, The Black Keys, Death Angel, The Ting Tings, The Kills, Wanda Jackson, The Devil Wears Prada, Kreator, Kenny Rogers, Britney Spears, Turbonegro, Poco, Black Lips, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, Sun Kil Moon, Robert Earl Keen, Derek Trucks Band, Fleetwood Mac, and many more…

MILLENCOLIN March 17, Slim’s, San

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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

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BY TOM LANHAM

THE FRAY The Fray ( E P I C ) UK milquetoasts Coldplay recently dubbed their Grammy-winning, ultrasafe take on rock “limestone.” That would make Denver soundalike The Fray “tin” – thin, malleable, ultimately shallow and inconsequential. On this sophomore set, these vest-pocket intellectuals blather on about lofty, quasi-Christian topics with a fresh-from-college zeal that will rankle any adult over 25. Take the perambulating first single, “You Found Me,” where pianist Isaac Slade meets a cigarette-puffing God and, in a regulation emotive rasp, immediately starts whining “Where were you when everything was falling apart?” Had this been a real summit meeting, Slade’s aloof Lord probably would’ve stubbed his butt out in the kid’s eye. The rest of the set follows so-so suit. “Never Say Never” spins its wheels in a chorus of “Don’t let me go,” repeated ad infinitum. By the closing dirge, “Happiness” (in which Slade observes “Happiness damn near destroys you/Breaks your faith to pieces on the floor”), he’s starting to resemble the popcorn guy at your local Cineplex (who would rather argue the merits of Burn After Reading instead of simply doing his job). So, yes, Fray, we’d like butter on that. Now shut the hell up.

THE ZERO BOYS Vicious Circle and History Of ( S E C R E T LY C A N A D I A N )

There was a time in the late ’70s, early ’80s, when almost every major American metropolis had its own sacrosanct punk band. Chicago had the Effigies, San Francisco had the Dead Kennedys, and Indianapolis had a quartet known as the Zero Boys. Maybe it was the vastness of the Hoosier flatlands, or simply the landlocked frustration of being stuck in Indiana, but the quartet’s 1982 debut, Vicious Circle (finally remastered and rereleased by Bloomington indie Secretly Canadian, along with a History Of anthology of the rest of their recordings), shook the scene like a blast of pent-up adrenaline, feeling almost twice as feral as many East Coast/West Coast records at the time. Terry “Hollywood” Howe’s guitar buzzed like an angry hornet in a jar. Bassist David “Tufty” Clough rumbled in ominous hyper speed, while vocalist Paul “Z” Mahern sneered his lyrics with abandon. Admittedly, the poetry Mahern penned at 17 (“Mom’s Wallet,” “Livin’ in the ‘80s”) may sound a tad dated in 2009. But the sheer exuberance of these landmark albums still holds up, standing as a perfect punk-defining time capsule – which may explain why the band’s original lineup (sans Howe, who recently passed away) has reformed 30 years later to record a comeback set. The punk rock spirit truly will never die.

CHRIS CORNELL Scream ( M O S E LY M U S I C / I N T E R S C O P E )

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On paper, it doesn’t make sense: gale-force growler Chris Cornell teaming up with hip-hop producer Timbaland for a quirky studio experiment. In fact, it has all the earmarks of career-crushing disaster. But remarkably, this funky 14-track set might just be the creative jump-start the singer needs, post-Audioslave. Timbaland throws his subject straight into the deep end on the album opener, “Part of Me,” which slyly twists Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean” into a coffee-percolating rhythm that builds into Cornell’s snarling “That bitch ain’t a part of me” chorus. The cuts are linked by punchy instrumental interludes, creating a sense of seamless symmetry despite the jagged edges of gear-grinders like “Watch Out” and the Middle Eastern-exotic “Take Me Alive.” Timbaland’s touches are often so subtle, they only reveal themselves after multiple listens. But even the initially difficult “Ground Zero,” with its looped bassline and monotonous hyena shrieks, starts to grow on you. Cornell could’ve chosen an easier grunge-gravelly path (a sound that fans would be expecting). Instead, he jumped straight off the stylistic cliff and wound up soaring.

THE BODEANS Love & Hope & Sex & Dreams (SLASH/RHINO) Every simpering wimp with an acoustic guitar and a notebook full of fey folk songs about crying in front of his girlfriend should tip their retro fedora to Nebraska, Springsteen’s barrier-breaking exercise in minimalism. But to a lesser degree they should also thank the BoDeans, a little combo from Waukesha, Wis. that fuel-injected the aforementioned sound with a punk-fevered new energy on this definitive debut back in 1986, laying the groundwork for countless twang-popsters on radio today. This is one of those great rock gems that no serious collection should be without, reissued in a deluxe two-disc edition with six bonus tracks and a concert DVD from 1985. This was another idea that shouldn’t have worked. Guitarist Kurt Neumann had a watery, blues-smooth singing voice, while his co-frontman, Sammy Llanas, chittered like a chipmunk on helium. But together, singing separately or harmonizing on propulsive classics like “Fadeaway,” “She’s a Runaway” and “Lookin’ for Me Somewhere,” the duo was a winning combination, picking up (and speeding up) where the Eagles left off with “Hotel California.” It’s not country rock, but something much edgier. And it still sounds timeless, as if it were recorded only yesterday. TW 68

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JIMMY EAT WORLD MARCH 4, THE FILLMORE, SAN F R A N C I S C O W W W. L I V E N AT I O N . C O M

Rarely do fans get this kind of show, where one of the most celebrated albums by rock band Jimmy Eat World is played in its entirety. Released in 1999, Clarity, the band’s third full-length studio album (featuring such hits as “Lucky Denver Mint,” “Blister” and “A Sunday”), will certainly have crowds singing in unison. The Arizona natives play the Fillmore before heading to Southern California for two shows, then ending the 10-year anniversary tour in their home state. This won’t happen again (well, not for another decade, anyway), so don’t miss this opportunity to be a part of music history.

usual debauchery find their way into this story.” The film will be screened at 8:30pm, so get there early, as this is a fun-loving drinking crowd. Also on the bill are local favorites Whiskey Avengers and The Pimpsticks, two must-see acts. Whatever Voodoo Lounge is doing lately, we hope they keep doing it.

THE START MARCH 6, THE BLANK CLUB, SAN J O S E W W W. T H E B L A N K C L U B . C O M

WINERIES

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

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.

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

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

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The Shitkickers, who got props as our Readers’ Choice Editors’ Pick for “Best Local Band with Whom to Drink Whiskey,” will headline the premiere of (what else?) Whiskey Tears, a short indie film shot on location in Downtown San Jose. The film is about “a crew of friends on a typical night out. Dive bars, good tunes, custom rides, and the

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If you’ve seen any Woodstock footage, or attended the actual concert, then you surely know about Richie Havens. His opening performance was legendary. A powerful folk icon of the ’60s, he has persevered and his distinctive voice is still held as something dear today. With a bit of soulful twang to his vocals, the 68-year-old Havens furiously strums his acoustic guitar, churning out rhythms more often found coming from a Congo drum player. Expect an energetic performance. TW

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If drinking whiskey isn’t your thing, you might want to check this show out. The Start is a fourpiece band with a definitive goth, new-wavey, synthpunk sound. Lead singer Aimee Echo’s highpitched vocals soften the dark yet poppy beats and rhythms, and her stage presence is enchanting. Anybody who’s a fan of The Blank’s ’80s night on Thursdays should come back to dance at this Friday show.

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Movies&TV battery pack. It was pretty hot. They were attempting to capture all of the nuances of the performance, too. The way that they did that was with a bunch of dots on my face, and then they shot it with high definition cameras and then sent it to leprechauns somewhere. I have no idea what happens after that. TW: They put your performance in the CGI face? BC: Well, what did you think of the performance? Then I’ll tell you.

We’ll Take Manhattan Billy Crudup’s performance in Watchmen is, well, priceless. BY FRED TOPEL

MOVIE: Watchmen DIRECTED BY: Zack Snyder STARRING: Malin Akerman, Billy Crudup, Carla Gugino, Jackie Earle Haley STUDIO: Warner Bros. Pictures and Paramount Pictures

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ans who remember Billy Crudup as a rock god in Almost Famous – or for that matter, his voice from the ubiquitous MasterCard “Priceless” ads – probably won’t recognize either when they see him in Watchmen. But chances are, they’ll still walk out of the theater feeling awestruck. Based on the award-winning graphic novel, Watchmen casts Crudup as Dr. Manhattan, a big blue energy field whose ability to control all matter helps America win in Vietnam and dominate the Cold War. The good doctor can also create multiple copies of himself for bedroom fun, but his main focus is on subatomic metaphysics, not his girlfriend or the concerns of human safety. We chatted with Crudup about playing, and voicing, this godlike character. The Wave: Did you have to wear one of those spandex suits with dots all over it? Billy Crudup: I did, yeah, exactly. Kind of elaborate pajamas. There were two things they were trying to accomplish: One was motion capture, the other was to try to light the other characters with the blue light that Dr. Manhattan is supposed to emanate. So I had a suit that had a bunch of blue lights on it and a 70

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TW: You were excellent. BC: Then it was me. I have another answer prepared if you didn’t like it! There were about 140 dots on my face and each of those dots corresponded to the exact replica of me that was made in the computer that was Dr. Manhattan. The way that they made that replica was with high definition photographs and a laser scan of my face. So it’s a computer version of my face that’s built into that Dr. Manhattan. So, basically, I was just moving the puppet version of me with those dots. It’s, for better or worse, my performance. TW: Did you really work out to get Dr. Manhattan’s six-pack abs? BC: Take a gander. As you can see, the 6-foot-4, 240pound ripped version was not me. I think that guy had 48-inch shoulders. I’ve trimmed down since then. TW: Your voice may be the most famous in the world because of the “Priceless” commercials. How did you come up with Dr. Manhattan’s voice? BC: The good part was, again, it’s totally my performance. The problem is, though, that the body is so vastly different that a body like that would resonate different than a body like mine. So the placement of the voice was a little bit harder to find. Some of it was trial and error, but in terms of the philosophy behind the voice, [director] Zack [Snyder] had some really great ideas about how someone with that kind of ability would try to calm the people around him with not too intimidating a voice, so we tried to find a placement that was not too Greek-godlike. So part of it was that, and part of it was just the nature of somebody who is distracted. He was not too interested in the conversations that were happening around him. He was interested in watching particles interact. So it was a strange thing to try and find. It was never totally solved, but always kind of a process. TW: When you saw the final film, was it exactly what you’d intended to convey? BC: I am not the most objective viewer of my own work, but I was very pleased with the way the whole thing came together. Watchmen opens Mar. 6. For tickets, go to www.cameracinemas.com or www.cineluxtheatres.com.

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Malin Akerman is a comic book fan’s dream come true. BY FRED TOPEL

he title Watchmen is kind of inaccurate. They should call it Watchpeople, because there are women in it, too. Malin Akerman plays Lori Jupiter, aka the Silk Spectre. With a skintight yellow latex costume, Lori kicks butt while trying to figure out the place for superheroes in a world where Richard Nixon is still president and the world is minutes away from nuclear war. We chatted with the Swedish-born star about her experience making the film. The Wave: Lori wasn’t much in the graphic novel. How did you bring more to her in the film? Malin Akerman: I didn’t know that while it was being written, she was sort of an afterthought, just kind of “Add a female character into it.” She wasn’t one of the main roles at first. Also, in the absolute book, you see all these vivid explanations of every character and then Lori’s character is kind of half a page. She definitely wasn’t one of the mains, but I hadn’t heard that – and I’m glad I hadn’t before I went in, because it might have changed [my performance]. I personally think that she’s a lovely character. She’s this sort of vulnerable woman who’s coming of age and finding her independence and finding love. It [adds] a softness to the whole film. TW: How were the costumes? MA: Well, the costumes were definitely a big challenge in their own sense. I don’t know if anyone in here has a latex fetish. I certainly do not after this film. TW: Oh, but you did before? MA: [Laughs] I was considering it before, all right? But it is definitely not the most comfortable thing to wear for 18 hours straight. It’s very constricting, and then you add heels to that and a corset and this long wig and then they go, “Get out there and fight,” and you go, “Really? In this outfit?” TW: How did all the Watchmen get along behind the scenes? MA: I felt so lucky to be with this group of fabulous actors who paid so much attention to the detail, which all of us did. We always carried the books around and made sure that we stayed as allegiant to the book as possible, just because it was so important. It was fantastic. TW: What did you think of the movie when you finally saw it after all those months on set? MA: It was beyond my expectation. I was breathless for the rest of the day. It was amazing. I’ve never actually felt like this, because most of the time when you do a film, you sort of have an idea of what it’s going to look like, but this was great because it was a surprise. You got to see Zack’s [Snyder] vision, everything that he had been imagining in his head and you’d go, “My God, this guy is unbelievable.” I think it’s fantastic. It’s the thing I’m most proud of in my career up to date. TW

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Powerful Fibers New fiber art exhibit captures the desires of modern Chinese people. BY MICHAEL J. VAUGHN

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he big news about Changing Landscapes, the latest exhibit at the San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles, is that it’s the first exhibition of contemporary Chinese fiber art ever to travel to the United States. But the most fascinating aspect, particularly to the fiber-uninitiated, is the eclectic use of materials and processes. A brief stroll through the gallery reveals bundled tree branches wrapped in wool (Ren Guanghui, Washed Landscapes), free-floating cellular organisms woven from vines (Qui Weili, Choice), and dangling cubes holding intricate weavings of corn fiber and bamboo (Bai Xin, Balminess). Even the more traditionally woven wall pieces reveal a wide range of artistic mindsets. Song Ke’s monochromatic silk tapestry, The Old Dwelling, portrays a traditional courtyard, while directly next door, Ni Yue Hong’s Floating House, a Gobelin tapestry of wool, shows a stark, modern structure about to sink into a field of vivid reds and yellows. Seen from afar, the sharp detail in the latter work gives it the appearance of a painting. Speaking through an interpreter at the opening reception, Hong, who is also co-curator of the exhibit, explains: “This piece represents the desire of modern people – how they want to live. Beijing is so crowded. People desire living in a large space, but they can’t afford it.” Another expression of this longing for space comes in Lin Lecheng’s Memory of Childhood, in which rugged abstract ridges represent

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the landscapes of his youth. “I grew up in a mountain area with my grandparents,” says Lecheng. “A lot of stone and rock.” He adds that the two-dimensional, sculptured look of Memory often fools people into thinking that it is actually made of stone. Perhaps the most astounding aspect of the piece is that its range of colors, from beige to a grayish brown, was achieved using completely undyed wool. The artist literally had to find a different sheep for each shade. Another major theme in the exhibit that is reflected in several of the pieces is the subject of pregnancy and parenting, an artistic response to China’s much-debated one-child policy. The road to San Jose was a lengthy one for the exhibit, which comes from the Tsinghua University of Beijing – whose biennial international fiber art exhibition, now in its fifth incarnation, was established after the discontinuation of The International Tapestry Biennials (held for 30 years in Lausanne, Switzerland). The wide-ranging artworks presented here offer insight into how Chinese fiber artists are documenting and responding to the widespread changes that have literally and figuratively transformed their homeland in the past decade. TW Changing Landscapes: Contemporary Chinese Fiber Art, thru Apr. 26, San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles, 520 S. First St., San Jose (408) 971-0323, Tues-Sun 10am-5pm, admission $6.50 www.sjquiltmuseum.org

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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

Dinkelspiel Auditorium – Stanford University, 471 Lagunita Dr., Palo Alto (650) 856-3848 livelyarts.Stanford.edu

Felix Mendelssohn’s genius displayed on what would have been his 200th birthday: 3/8

CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY MUSEUM 180 Woz Way, San Jose (408) 298-5437 www.cdm.org

PRAZAK QUARTET Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St., Mountain View (650) 903-6000

Out on a Limb: A new, 1,200-squarefoot interactive exhibit promoting nature play and outdoor exploration: Ongoing. Circ Do Somethin’: Mr. Yoo Hoo and Derique bring a unique mix of physical comedy and juggling: 3/7. Musical Storytelling: Michael Corner introduces the ethereal magic of the woodwinds as a delightful story unfolds: 3/19. Magic Journeys: Golden Thread Productions tells the tale of “The Girl Who Lost Her Smile”: 3/21. Month of the Young Child in Art: Artwork made by the young participants of the Art Enrichment Grant program: 3/10-4/26. Printed Works by Pearlyn Tan: San Francisco graphic designer and printmaker Pearlyn Tan’s paper and textile exhibit: 3/10-4/19

Established in 1972 while its members were all students of the Prague Conservatory, the Prazak Quartet has established a long and well-deserved reputation for virtuoso Czech traditions: 3/9 ROBERT STALLMAN

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OUR TOWN

Heritage Theatre, One W. Campbell Ave., Campbell (408) 866-2700 www.ci.campbell. ca.us/heritagetheatre

BAT BOY, THE MUSICAL

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

Campbell Theatre Company presents Thornton Wilder’s timeless portrayal of family, marriage and small-town life: 3/12-15

Coming straight from the headlines of the now defunct Weekly World News tabloid, Bat Boy sings his way through a world that shuns him: Thru 3/22

OVER THE MOUNTAIN

Santa Clara University Center for Performing Arts, Lafayette & Franklin St., Music Building – Recital Hall, Santa Clara (408) 554-4015 www.scu.edu/cpa

CROWNS

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

Amidst a war, the banning of books, and a totalitarian state’s rendition of neighbors, two sisters desperately cling to their rapidly disappearing past, passing poetry to each other via strangers: Thru 3/7

An exploration of African-American roots via an unusual channel: the fashionable church hats of AfricanAmerican women who wear them as spiritual “crowns”: 3/6-28

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The Pear Avenue Theatre, 1220 Pear Ave., Mountain View (650) 254-1148 www.thepear.org

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

A satirical look back at the heady days of the dot-com era, as two brilliant geeks mix it up with a besuited member of the old school: Thru 3/15

Charlotte von Mahlsdorf survives against both Nazis and Communism while living behind the Berlin Wall. When the walls came down, Charlotte was still standing: Thru 3/8

THE SECRET IN THE WINGS

IT AIN’T NOTHING BUT THE BLUES

San Jose State University Theatre, One Washington Square, San Jose (408) 924-4551 www.tvradiofilmtheatre.com

Lucie Stern Community Center, 1305 Middlefield Rd., Palo Alto (650) 903-6000

Betrayal, infidelity, brutal murder, incest, cannibalism, and infanticide… though these fairy tales are familiar, their exploration of humanity’s dark underbelly isn’t for kids: 3/6-14

A powerful, high-energy retrospective into the history of the blues, from African chants to the twanging guitar of country blues: 3/11-4/5 THE MUSIC MAN

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St., Mountain View (650) 903-6000

THE UNEXPECTED GUEST

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

A fast-talking salesman cons a small town into buying a huge order of band instruments for their schoolchildren. His plans run afoul, however, when he finds himself falling for the lovely lady librarian: 3/7-15

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: Thru 3/8 WATER & POWER

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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: Thru 3/15 74

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I AM MY OWN WIFE

Mexican Heritage Plaza Theatre, 1700 Alum Rock Rd., San Jose (408) 272-9926 www.teatrovision.org

Twin brothers (a police officer and a politician) fulfill their father’s expectations to “make a difference,” only to find themselves embroiled in a life or death scandal that threatens that legacy: 3/12-19

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Bus Barn Theatre, 97 Hillview Ave., Los Altos (650) 941-0551 www.busbarn.org

Chocolaty mayhem and sugary strife dominates this musical adaptation of Roald Dahl’s famous Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: 3/6-21

CLASSICAL MUSIC & OPERA THE AMSTERDAM LOEKI STARDUST RECORDER QUARTET Saint Luke’s Episcopal Church, 20 University Ave., Los Gatos (408) 354-2195 www.stlukeslg.org

The Holland group, in their 30-year farewell tour, celebrates their history of virtuoso performances of Vivaldi, Bach, Ashton and other masterpieces: 3/10 COMPOSERS AND FRIENDS I

Palo Alto Arts Center, 1313 Newell Rd., Palo Alto (650) 329-2366 www.city.palo-alto.ca.us/artcenter

With no set limitation on form, instrumentation or length, each Friends performance is wholly unique: 3/6 DANU Dinkelspiel Auditorium – Stanford University, 471 Lagunita Dr., Palo Alto (650) 856-3848 livelyarts.Stanford.edu

Named after a Celtic goddess of fertility, Danu, one of the foremost traditional Irish ensembles, brings a bit of Ireland across the seas: 3/11 THE GLORY OF RUSSIA

First United Methodist Church, 625 Hamilton Ave., Palo Alto (415) 392-4400

Anne-Marie McDermott, Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg and the New Century Chamber Orchestra bring to life the romance and intensity of Russia: 3/7 THE IVES QUARTET Le Petit Trianon, 72 N Fifth St., San Jose (408) 295-4416 www.sjco.org

The Ives Quartet appears with the San Jose Chamber Orchestra in a world premiere by Hyo-shin Na: 3/8 LEIPZIG STRING QUARTET Le Petit Trianon, 72 N. Fifth St., San Jose (408) 995-5400 www.trianontheatre.org

With more than 20 years of experience, the Leipzig String Quartet has won numerous awards and honors: 3/9

Le Petit Trianon, 72 N. Fifth St., San Jose (650) 961-1566 www.westvalleymusic.com

Flute recital by American virtuoso Robert Stallman, accompanied by pianist Mark Anderson and guest flutist Isabelle Chapuis: 3/26 SILICON VALLEY BRASS BAND SPRING CONCERT Mission Center for the Performing Arts, 3250 Monroe St., Santa Clara (408) 439-6143 www.siliconvalleybrassband.com

ROSICRUCIAN EGYPTIAN MUSEUM

Featuring selections from Pines of Rome, H.M.S. Pinafore, Sugar Blues and other band classics: 3/8

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

DANCE COPPELIA

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St., Mountain View (650) 903-6000

SAN JOSE MUSEUM OF ART

A young man is brought to comedic foolishness by the beautiful and amazingly lifelike doll of the diabolical Dr. Coppelius: 3/21-22

110 S. Market St., San Jose (408) 271-6840 www.sjmusart.org

NEXSTAR NATIONAL TALENT San Jose Civic Auditorium, 135 W. San Carlos St., San Jose (937) 376-7777 www.nexstarcompetition.com

Nexstar’s regional dance competition runs the gamut from hip-hop to classical ballet: 3/20-22 SPIRIT HOUSE DANCES

De Anza College, 21250 Stevens Creek Blvd., Cupertino (408) 864-5416 www.deanza.edu

DeAnza College celebrates the grand opening of its new Visual and Performing Arts Center with a performance of Songs of the Disinherited by UC Irvine dance professor Donald McKayle: 3/20-21

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. Timbuktu to Capetown: Featuring 50 of the most important

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Marilyn by Andy Warhol at the San Jose Museum of Art

Frida Kahlo – Portraits of an Icon: An exhibition of nearly 40 photographic portraits of the legendary Mexican artist: Thru 3/22. The Prints of Andy Warhol: Andy Warhol’s pop art movement turned the art world on its head. His relentless coverage of celebrities originated the concept of “15 minutes of fame,” which he personally long surpassed. This exhibit, culled from the Andy Warhol museum, showcases over 60 lithographs and screens of his work: Thru 5/31. Visions of Frisco: Wilfred Satty’s ambitious interpretation of San Francisco’s gold rush period: Thru 3/22. Culture of Spontaneity: A presentation of San Francisco Abstract Expressionism from the mid-1940s to the 1960s: Ongoing. Jun Kaneko: Japanese ceramist Jun Kaneko, now operating out of Omaha, Neb., expresses Shinto influence upon his works: Thru 4/10 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. Flora and Fauna from the Permanent Collection: Santa Clara University faculty members bring their expertise in botany, entomology and physiology to this selection of artworks from the museum’s permanent collection: Thru 3/20 LOS GATOS MUSEUMS GALLERY 24 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos (408) 395-7375 www.losgatosmuseums.org

An Evening for the Arts: The newly opened gallery showcases the best of the local talents during the first Friday of every month. This month’s opening night reception features more than 50 artists: 3/6 MODERNBOOK GALLERY 494 University Ave., Palo Alto (650) 327-6325 www.modernbook.com

Foto Nova 19: Featuring works by emerging Bay Area photographers: Thru 3/31 MOHR GALLERY 230 San Antonio Circle, Mountain View (650) 917-6800 www.arts4all.org

At Home & Abroad: More than 25 works by San Francisco artists Rebecca Miller and Scott Hewicker, all inspired by the local and the fantastical: Ongoing 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, while also celebrating the 200th anniversary of the birth of Charles Darwin: Thru 4/26 SAN JOSE INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ART 560 S. First St., San Jose (408) 283-8155 www.sjica.org

Lewis deSoto – Before After: A retrospective upon the career of San Francisco artist Lewis deSoto: Thru 3/28 VIEWPOINTS GALLERY 315 State St., Los Altos (650) 941-5789 www.viewpointsgallery.com

Rooftops – Watercolor on Canvas: Lillian Balliet recreates the architecture, shape and color of rooftops across numerous nations, especially the numerous chimneys of Paris and the UK: 3/2-4/3 TW

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ith so many good children’s books coming out today, choosing the right one(s) for the kids in your family can be a daunting task. That’s why we went straight to the experts at Hicklebee’s Children’s Bookstore in Willow Glen. Owner Valerie Lewis selected what she considers the crème de la crème of recently published titles, with story selections for every age group, from kindergarten to high school. And as reading is such a fun family activity, she also included a few titles that are perfect for the whole clan.

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Ten Little Fingers & Ten Little Toes by Mem Fox, illustrations by Helen Oxenbury (Harcourt, 2008)

“Celebrating babies around the world, this poem with its easy read-aloud rhythm is becoming an instant classic,” says Lewis. “How can it miss with the pairing of these two great talents?”

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When I Was King by Linda Ashman, illustrations by David McPhail (HarperCollins, 2008)

“A new sibling can be trying for a young boy who has been an only child, the star, the king,” notes Lewis. “This is another fun readaloud with charming illustrations. And it’s really a reassurance from parents, reminding him how big he is, and showing him how he can share his throne.”

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A Visitor for Bear by Bonny Becker, illustrations by Kady MacDonald Denton (Candlewick, 2008)

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Hicklebee’s Book of the Year for Spring 2008, this illustrated title is also among Lewis’ personal favorites. “It’s just the best darn read aloud; hold that child in your lap so they can see all the details. It’s about friendship, and has great humor.” How Many Ways Can You Catch a Fly by Robyn Page, illustrations by Steve Jenkins (Houghton Mifflin, 2008)

The format for this nonfiction book is “great fun,” says Lewis. “One page will ask a question (say, how many ways can you use a leaf, or how many ways can you catch a fly), then you turn the page and it will show you six

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or eight different animals and how they use leaves to survive, or how they can catch flies different ways. The thing I like about it for this age group is that you can give them one a day, and they get a lot of great science.”

Grades 2-3

Those Darn Squirrels! by Adam Rubin, illustrations by Daniel Salmieri (Clarion Books, 2008)

“The illustrations are just so funny, and very kid friendly. It’s a cute story, and another great one to read aloud. This could be used at lower levels, too.” Alvin Ho: Allergic to Girls, School, and Other Scary Things by Lenore Look, illustrations by Leuyen Pham (Schwartz & Wade, 2008)

“Alvin is an Asian American second grader, and he’s scared of everything,” explains Lewis. “He’s scared to go to school, he’s scared something’s going to happen, he’s scared that someone’s going to look at him, he’s scared the elevator’s going to get stuck. So many kids at this age can identify with that, and it has a lot of humor, which really makes it work.”

Grades 4-5

Knucklehead: Tall Tales & Mostly True Stories About Growing Up by Jon Scieszka (Viking Juvenile, 2008)

“Jon Scieszka is just plain funny,” says Lewis. “Knucklehead is his autobiography. It’s a great story, and I think it is going to do a great job capturing that age group. Girls think it’s funny, but it will absolutely grab the boys.” Kenny & the Dragon by Tony DiTerlizzi (Simon & Schuster, 2008)

“Kenny is a rabbit, and this is a story of what happens to Kenny when a dragon is running loose in the countryside, and what happens between Kenny and the dragon. It’s a battle, but it’s so loving, because there are some very poignant parts in it.”

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BUSINESS EWOMENNETWORK ACCELERATED NETWORKING DINNER: 3/4 Biltmore Hotel, 2151 Laurelwood Rd., Santa Clara (408) 288-8484

Elisa Page discusses the importance of blogging for business, and how she turned blogging into her business: 5:30-8:30 COMMUNITY JOB FAIRE: 3/12 Milpitas Community Center, 457 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas (408) 262-2613

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

FESTIVALS & EXPOS CINEQUEST: THRU 3/8 Venues throughout San Jose www.cinequest.org

Getting tired of your job? Want to try something new? Well, print out some resumes and get on over to the Milpitas Community Job Fair and get the job you’ve always dreamed about!: 4-7pm

If you’re a lover of cinema, don’t miss this year’s Cinequest, featuring more than 80 feature and short films.

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All of your holistic needs will be taken care of at this year’s Holistic Living Expo, featuring spiritual counseling, art, music, acupuncture, psychic surgery, aura photography and more!:10am-6pm

FILM DISCUSSION GROUP: 3/4 Borders Bookstore, Mathilda & El Camino Real, Sunnyvale

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The group will be discussing John Huston’s film Treasure of the Sierra Madre (1948), starring Humphrey Bogart, Walter Huston and Tim Holt: 7-8pm ADOPTION AND FOSTER CARE ORIENTATION: 3/9 Rebekah Children’s Services, 1600 W. Campbell Ave., Ste. 201 Campbell (408) 871-4962 www.rcskids.org

Designed for anyone interested in learning how to become an adoptive or foster parent: 6-8pm COMMUNITY CENTER FEEDBACK SESSION: 3/14 The Venue, a Place for Teens, behind the Los Gatos High School, Los Gatos (408) 358-8165

The Venue, a Place for Teens will host a feedback session of local stake holders, community leaders, and the general community: 9:30am11:30am

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OUTRAGEOUS OUTGROWNS: 3/6-8 Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, Pavilion Hall, 344 Tully Rd., San Jose (408) 391-5909 www.outrageousoutgrowns.com

If you have kids, you know all too well how expensive those lil devils can be. That’s why you need to hit the Bay Area’s largest kids’ products resale event, featuring clothes, toys, furniture and much more! BAY AREA GOLF SHOW: 3/6-8 San Jose Convention CenterSouth Hall, 435 S. Market St., San Jose www.bayareagolfshow.com

Swing on over to the San Jose Convention Center and check out some of the latest and greatest in golf gear, along with contests, free lessons, giveaways and more!

SAN JOSE HOME SHOW: 3/13-15 San Jose McEnery Convention Center, 150 W. San Carlos St., San Jose (888) 560-EXPO www.acshomeshow.com

Attention, home owners: You’ll find the latest in everything to make your home and garden look spectacular, with exhibits, seminars, and aisles of vendors to answer your home care needs.

FAMILY ACTIVITIES CIRC DO SOMETHIN’: 3/7 Children’s Discovery Museum, 180 Woz Way, San Jose (408) 298-5437 www.cdm.orgsan

The whole family will have a blast with Mr. Yoo Hoo the clown and an afternoon of juggling, clowning and music: 12:30pm, 2pm, 3:30pm THE GREAT GATSBY RUMMAGE SALE: 3/14 Santa Clara County FairgroundsExpo Hall, 344 Tully Rd., San Jose www.thefair.org

The sale will feature furniture, children’s clothing, computers, house wares, and much, much more!: 8am-Noon THE 158TH ANNUAL SAN FRANCISCO ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE: 3/14 Market St. and Civic Center Plaza, San Francisco (415) 395-3417 www.sfstpatricksdayparade.com

A huge parade with floats, dancers and bagpipes, followed by a festival featuring arts & crafts, food, beverages, children’s activities and much more: 11:30am FANTABULOUS EVENTS BRIDAL SHOW: 3/15 Hilton Hotel, 4949 Great American Pkwy., Santa Clara www.fantabulousevents.com

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Starting Mar. 6 and continuing on first Fridays of the month, the museum begins its special program where you’ll meet many local artists, view amazing art and help raise money for the museums of Los Gatos: 6-9pm IN THE LIMELIGHT: 3/14 La Rinconada Country Club, 14595 Clearview Dr., Los Gatos (408) 367-7287

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Thousands of exotic orchids grown in all types of environments strut their stuff. Learn about the ones you want to take home, via docent tours and demonstrations. DESIGNING, BUILDING AND MANAGING A NATIVE GARDEN: 3/7 Guadalupe River Park & Garden Center, 438 Coleman Ave., San Jose (408) 298-7657 www.grpg.org

This class will introduce the do-ityourself home gardener, to designing a sustainable, low-maintenance, and water conserving garden: 10am-1pm GRAFTING FRUIT TREES: 3/14 Gamble Garden, 1431 Waverley St., Palo Alto (650) 329-1356 x201 www.gamblegarden.org

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Astronomer Steven Beckwith, former director of the Space Telescope Science Institute (which runs the Hubble Program), will give an illustrated, nontechnical talk, The Dawn of Creation: The First Two Billion Years: 7-8:30pm NAVIGATING UNCHARTED WATERS: THE GLOBAL ECONOMIC CRISIS: 3/5 Smith Center at Ohlone College, 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont www.ohlone.edu/go/worldforum/

Kausik Rajgopal discusses what’s going on in the global economy and where it’s heading: Noon-2pm THE WAYS OF THE PAST: 3/7 San Mateo County History Museum, 2200 Broadway, Redwood City (650) 299-0104 www.historysmc.org

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Learn the unwritten rules men follow in business and life and how you can, with little effort, communicate with them to get the outcome you want: 8am-4:30pm

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A release party for Outro, a novel that examines the wacky world of karaoke. This is the latest literary work from nine-time San Jose novelist (and The Wave’s esteemed arts writer) Michael J. Vaughn: 7pm

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Grades 6-8

The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman (HarperCollins, 2008)

“If you have a chance to read the first page, you’ll say, ‘You must be crazy, why would you recommend this?’” says Lewis. “But I’ve been recommending this since the first moment I read it. It’s one of the best books on community that I’ve read in ages. It starts out absolutely horrid and you know that something terrible has happened. It turns out that someone has gone in and murdered the family of a little toddler, who wanders across the street to the graveyard and is then raised by ghosts. It’s amazing.” Masterpiece by Elise Broach, illustrations by Kelly Murphy (Holt, 2008)

“It’s the story of a boy James, whose father is an artist,” says Lewis. “Where they live, underneath the kitchen sink lives a beetle and his family, and one day the beetle decides to draw a little sketch as a gift for James, and he draws this elaborate, wonderful miniature drawing and he sticks it up on James’ dresser, and James’ mother sees it and thinks James did it. So she connects him with the art museum, who decides that he will be the one to help them find the person who

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has been stealing paintings by duplicating masterpieces. So James gets together with this beetle, and they figure out how to solve this problem. It’s great fun!”

All Ages

One by Kathryn Otoshi (KO Kids Books, 2008)

Hicklebee’s Fall 2008 Book of the Year, this is “the ultimate book on bullies,” says Lewis. “I showed it to a large group of teachers, and one of them came back a week later and said when she read it, her fifth graders stood up and applauded. It looks like it’s a book on color, but it really deals with the way we treat people.” The Way We Work by David Macaulay (Houghton Mifflin, 2008)

“It’s a family book because it’s one of those things you have in your bookshelf, and you pull it out and you decide to just do the part on feet, for example, and everyone will have become a little richer in terms of their knowledge by the time they finish,” says Lewis. “And Macaulay writes so that it’s good reading, great description and easy explanations.” TW Hicklebee’s Children’s Books, 1378 Lincoln Ave., San Jose (408) 292-8880 www.hicklebees.com

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Happy Trails There’s a lot to explore in and around Almaden Quicksilver County Park. BY MITCHELL ALAN PARKER

hile exploring a bit of old-world California mining history at the Almaden Quicksilver County Park (21350 Almaden Rd., San Jose, 408323-1107 www.sccgov.org), it’s intriguing to know these places still exist on the outskirts of Silicon Valley. Discovered in 1845, the mine was producing more mercury than any other mine in the world by the late 1870s, and went on to produce nearly 84 million pounds of mercury up until 1976.

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Most of the trails are closed to bikes and horses during the rainy season, so hiking is your best bet. Be prepared to spend hours on the mountain, as there are miles of twisting and winding trails. Though there may not appear to be much wildlife on the surface, a closer look will yield all sorts of discoveries lurking in the dense foliage, such as old wrecked cars, some from as early as the 1930s, which appear to have been ditched there by folks looking for a place to dump their old junkers. On the trail you might find a small reptile sunbathing, while about a mile further, there’s a stunning lookout point with a view of Silicon Valley so vast, it’s dizzying. Then there are the old mining tunnels and mining camps: old, rotting wood buildings left over from another era. If you take the Mine Hill Trail all the way up, you reach the old mining town of English Camp, where about 1,000 men, women and children used to live during heavy production days. At more than 1,500 feet, it’s a great bit of old history in the sky, with nearly a dozen historic sites, from the old Rotary Furnace to the San Cristobal Mine. Once confronted with this ghost town, you find yourself digging through rubble and incessantly searching the ground for some kind of treasure, half expecting to find old coins or clay pots. The trails continue for miles, leading to numerous tunnels and mine shafts, making it nearly 80

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impossible to explore the entire park area in one day. At any rate, be sure to grab a map at the entrance, or you’ll be reduced to a nightmarish incarnation of a Man vs. Wild episode. After a long hike, food is probably on your mind. At the base of the mountain, just down the road, is Country Inn Café (6484 Camden Ave., San Jose, 408-997-9300), a good place to carb up with a stack of pancakes before or after the hike. A little further along is a great place to relax and read up on the history of the mining area: the immaculate Almaden Library and Community Center (6445 Camden Ave., 408-808-3040 www.sjlibrary.org). It’s also ideal for looking up that strange fern, tree or reptile you encountered, or to enlighten yourself with a few outdoor survival skills. From there, the 15 acres of Almaden Meadows Park, at the corner of Camden and Meridian, are perfect for a lounge or quiet catnap under a tree. And if you’re still in the mood for historic adventures (and have a decent budget for dinner), head back up to the foot of the Quicksilver Mining Park and grab a creekside table at La Foret (21747 Bertram Rd., San Jose, 408-997-3458), an upscale French restaurant that was once a boarding house built in the late 1800s. Considered one of the top 50 French restaurants in the US, it’s also a great place to have Sunday brunch after a hike. Before the sun sets, grab some golf clubs and head down to Cinnabar Hills Golf Club (23600 McKean Rd., San Jose, 408-323-5200), one of the best public courses in Silicon Valley. It has great twilight specials, and is a perfect way to end an outdoor adventure. TW For a slideshow of our adventures in Almaden Quicksilver County Park, go to www.thewavemag.com.

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OW with new low pricing, City Heights is the best value for your money in Downtown San Jose. If you are even the slightest bit interested in buying, now is the time. Interest rates are historically low, pricing is incredibly competitive for new homes, the views are stunning and, unlike other highrise developments in San Jose, you can move into City Heights now! As an added bonus, for a limited time, the City of San Jose is offering a down payment assistance program. Coupled with the stimulus package (you could qualify for up to $18,000 in tax credits), you can’t afford not to buy. City Heights features attainable high-rise living with lofts to two-bedroom homes starting in the $300,000s. City Heights offers a long list of desirable attributes that can make a buyer fall in love at first sight. Once you’re able to pry your eyes from the view, you’ll notice the tasteful attention to detail that has been given to every home. Kitchens feature maple cabinetry, slab granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Bathrooms have been graced with such luxurious touches as imported tile showers and floors. Living areas feel open and inviting, thanks to 9-foot ceilings that run throughout most of the home. Each floor plan offers an in-home laundry area, designer lighting and central air conditioning.

Conveniently located in downtown San Jose, within walking distance to restaurants, night life, shopping and more, is City Heights featuring beautifully appointed 1 and 2-bedroom homes and lofts with views that can’t be beat. With prices starting in the $300,000’s, City Heights is the best-priced hi-rise in San Jose. Stop by and see for yourself what makes City Heights the BEST VALUE in San Jose!

CityHeightsSanJose.com 408.286.2489

Visit our models & Sales Center today! 175 W. St. James Street Open daily: 10am-5pm

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Located in Downtown San Jose, residents are an easy stroll away from great restaurants, art galleries and shopping. A picnic in lovely St. James Park, for example, is a mere two blocks away. Even the HP Pavilion, home of the San Jose Sharks and host to a string of exciting headliners, can be reached by a 10-minute walk. The building also offers convenient access to San Jose International Airport, as well as Highways 101 and 87 and Interstates 280 and 680. City Heights offers surprising affordability. Buyers are pleased to discover that they can find a modern, open, attractively designed home with nice amenities, priced in the $300,000s. TW Visit the City Heights Sales Center and models daily from 10am-5pm at 175 W. St. James St., just off Market St. Or check out the website at www.CityHeightsSanJose. com. For additional information, call (408) 286-2489 or stop by today.

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HOME

IMPROVEMENT JIMYKO 1919 Monterey Road, Suite #10, San Jose (408) 993-0918 www.jimyko.com Provides fresh and unique ideas that attune to today’s casual and contemporary lifestyles. We invite you to explore our retail studio and experience the elements that define your home.

ROOFING AND GUTTERS

Staging by Karen Dayton www.staging-pros.com

ADD YOUR BUSINESS IN SVMARKETPLACE HOME IMPROVEMENT: (408) 467-3200 E Q U I P M E N T R E N TA L

FURNITURE

A TOOL SHED (Eight South Bay locations) (800)-ATOOLSHED www. atoolshed.com A Tool Shed Rentals should be your first stop for all your rental needs! We have the tools and equipment rentals to make your weekend or major project easier.

ALL WORLD FURNITURE 981 Stockton Ave, San Jose (408)292-6833 www. allworldfurniture.com All World Furniture Inc. was started over sic years ago and now has a one of the largest modern, contemporary furniture showrooms with attached warehouse in the San Francisco Bay Area.

FLOORING AND CARPETS

H O M E T H E AT R E MODERN TV 1228 S. Bascom Ave., Ste. B, San Jose (408) 293-1330 www.moderntvonline.com We can provide the home theater system you dream about. Whether it’s a dedicated theater with plush seating and a big screen, or a family room with a slim plasma TV and speakers built into the walls, we have the solution for you. H A R D WA R E PALO ALTO HARDWARE 875 Alma St., Palo Alto (650) 327-7222 www.paloaltohardware.com At Palo Alto Hardware, “living green” is more than just a catchphrase. We work hard to put into place systems and programs that are environmentally friendly as we run our business.

CAREER

S T O R AG E A-1 SELF STORAGE (Four San Jose Locations) 1415 Old Oakland Rd.; 2900 Monterey Rd.; 131 Baroni Ave.; 3260 S. Bascom Ave. (800) 210-8979 www.a1storage.com Save money with A-1 Self Storage! Affordable pricing for personal and business needs.

PAT I O F U R N I T U R E

WOODWORKING CENTER

THE COMPLETE BACKYARD 1600 Duane Ave., Santa Clara (408) 748-8100 www.patio101.com Come by and visit our 33,000-square-foot showroom featuring all the top names in the patio business. We have over 250 sets on display from various manufacturers.

THE SAWDUST SHOP 452 Oakmead Pkwy., Sunnyvale (408) 992-1004 www. sawdustshop.com The Sawdust Shop is a unique woodworking center located in the heart of Silicon Valley, combining a do-ityourself woodshop, a woodworking store, and woodworking classes all under one roof.

TRAINING

school specializing in training and job placement of bartenders. Over 38 years in business in the Bay Area. Offering One- and two-week sessions teach from mixology to garnishing in a full cocktail lounge classroom, plus job placement services. Call for class schedule.

training come to Epicurean after extensively researching cooking schools and choose us for our excellent reputation and experienced staff. Immediate hands on Training.

B E AU T Y S C H O O L

SCHOOL OF DENTAL ASSN. 1870 Alum Rock, San Jose (408) 258-0800 www.americanbci.com Most of the participant’s training is hands-on. This individualized training requires small class sizes and ABCi maintains an instructor to student ratio of 1 instructor to 15 students and computer to student ratio of 1 computer per student.

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800.648.3413 www.marinello.com

BARBER COLLEGE:

C H I R O P R AC T I C C O L L E G E

AMERICAN BARBER COLLEGE 5707 S Vermont Ave, San Jose (408) 778-3812 Training topics covered: Shop Management, Hair Cutting and Styling, Anatomy and Physiology of the Body, Bones & Circulation, Hair Color & Designg. Students offer all services to the public at an affordable price.

PALMER CHIROPRACTIC WEST 90 East Tasman, San Jose (408) 994-6000 www.palmer.edu The Palmer Center for Business Development is dedicated to promoting entrepreneurship and innovation through educational programs bridging academic training, clinical skills and business.

BARTENDING: AMERICAN BARTENDING 252 Ross St., 5th Floor, San Jose (408) 532-9222 www.barschool.com Nation’s oldest and largest bartending

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C U L I N A RY C O L L E G E EPICUREAN CULINARY ARTS 8500 Melrose Ave., San Jose (408) 659-5990 www.epicureanschool.com Students seeking professional

ACPWC 7791 Prestwick Cir., San Jose (408) 528-9000 www.acpwc.com The Association of Certified Professional Wedding Consultants (ACPWC) is a National Organization celebrating eighteen years of industry experience. They provide a comprehensive training and certification program for Wedding Consultants. ACPWC offers personalized training courses and extended weekend classes for people who would like to become Wedding Consultants or Church/Facility Coordinators. TA X I AT I O N & AC C O U N T I N G H & R BLOCK TAX SCHOOL 465 El Camino Real, Sunnyvale (408) 720-8654 www.hrblock.com As part of a family of diverse financial services companies, H&R Block offers career opportunities tax preparers, front office, administration, and customer service.

VO C AT I O N A L C O L L E G E NORTHERN CALIFORNIA VOCATIONAL COLLEGE 143 E. Virginia St., Ste. C, San Jose (408) 971-6282 www.ncvcollege.com Northern California Vocational College offer training with all programs required state licensed or locally permit required: CNA/HHA (Certified Nurse Assistant/ Home Health Aid) -* Massage Therapy, *Chiropractic Assistant - *Cosmetology,* Esthetician,* Manicuring - *Construction General B,* Electrical C-10, * Plumbing C-36,* Landscaping C-27. Contact us today!

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WEDDING

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PLANNER

VIEW SLIDESHOWS & PROFILES: WWW.SILICONVALLEYWEDDINGS.COM

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ARTICLES, SLIDESHOWS, & BUSINESS PROFILES AT www.SiliconValleyWeddings.com PLANNERS

BELLA MIA BRIDE Westgate Mall, 1600 Saratoga Ave., Ste. 407, San Jose (408) 374-0400 www.bellamiabride.com Bella Mia Bride is truly a full service boutique offering everything a client needs to look perfect for her special event! Our specialty boutique offers on-location hair and makeup services, in addition to wedding, Quinceañera and evening gowns, shoes, veils, tiaras, hair pins, purses, jewelry and more!

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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 www.sanjosedj.com 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. Music is customize for each wedding. My extensive music library can accommodate all ethnic groups. I specialize in providing the best Pop, Mexican, Latin, Italian, Portuguese, Irish, German, Filipino ever recorded!

C AT E R I N G A. ANGELA MARIE CATERING 15466 Los Gatos Blvd. #111, Los Gatos (408) 356-5768 www.angelamariecatering.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.

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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. 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.

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!

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FLORIST

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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FLOWER FLOUR EUROPEAN FLORAL CAFÉ 896 Willow Street San Jose (408) 279-0843 www.FlowerFlour.com We are an award-winning European floral bakery and café specializing in wedding cakes and flowers. Come in and be enchanted by our French charm! DESIGN WITH FLOWERS 897 Independence Ave., #2F, Mountain View (650) 2541810 www.designwithflowers.com Design with Flowers gathers floral colors and textures in unusual combinations to create lasting memories for weddings and events. We are a floral studio with training in European and Asian design. For an appointment call or email us at, ralles@designwithflowers.com.

PHOTOGRAPHERS GOODEYE PHOTOGRAPHY + DESIGN Serving the Bay Area and Beyond (408) 431-4808 www.goodeyephotography.com Specializing in a candid style, GoodEye will not only leave you with a wedding album that will be the envy of your friends, but make the whole experience effortless and enjoyable. GoodEye’s photojournalistic approach will connect with you and your guests in a way that makes every shot look natural. What makes GoodEye stand out from the rest? Genuine talent and a passion to perfectly capture your momentous day.

ADVERTISER INDEX S A L E S @ T H E W AV E M A G . C O M 23 Skidoo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 300 - San Jose. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 A-1 Self Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Advanced Aesthetic Dermatology . . . . 29 Age Defy Dermatology & Wellness. . . . 22 AlaVie Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Allied Arts Guild. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75 Australian Tanning Co., The . . . . . . . . . . .51 AVA Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 A Visionary Salon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Axis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39, 82 Ayoma Life Spa. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Bank, The. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Basin, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Bay Dental. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Bay Hypnosis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Beach Club Tanning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Bella Saratoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Bert’s Alibi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Birk’s Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Blinky’s Can’t Say. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67 Blondie’s FrozenYogurt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 Blowfish Sushi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Blue Pheasant Lounge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Body, Mind, Spirit Live Health . . . . . . . . .49 Bottomley Distributing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Braces for Pretty Faces. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Branham Lounge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 British Bankers Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 California Pops Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Camera Cinemas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 Campbell Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Cantor Arts Center, Stanford. . . . . . . . . . 73 Capers Eat & Drink. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Children’s Discovery Museum. . . . . . . . . .76 Chrysalis Aesthetic & Reconstructive Surgery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Cinelux Theatres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Cinequest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 City Heights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Club One. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Cocoa Jeans. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Continental Lenders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 Curves. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Designers Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Discount Divorce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Dive Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67 Dr. Hoang K. Do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Dr. Larson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Dr. Michael Bouzid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Dr. Robert Ferguson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34, 47 Dr. Tony H. Pham, M.D.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Dr. Youbert Karalian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Eleanor’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Emerge MediSpa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47, 87 Eternal Beauty Medical Clinic. . . . . . . . . .13 eWomen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 Fahrenheit Ultralounge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Faux Hair Salon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Fibbar Magee’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Fish Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Five Branches University . . . . . . . . . . 27, 76 Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse . . . . . . . . . 57 Foxy Avenue Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Fujitsu Planetarium at De Anza . . . . . . . .75 Gentle Remedy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Goosetown Lounge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67 Grill ‘ Em Steakhouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Harmonie European Day Spa . . . . . . . . . .24 Healthy Ways / Vena’s Skin & Body Treatment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Hillbarn Theatre. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75 Holistic Health & Beauty Clinic. . . . . . . . 48 Holistic Physical Therapy. . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Hotel De Anza. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Houseboats.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 House of Genji . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Human Engine Clinic, The . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 iFlySFBay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Internal Spa Rejuvenation Center . . . . . .39 Island Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 iSwing Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 Jane Aesthetic Medicine & Surgery . . . . .4 Jeanine Brown Photo Design . . . . . . . . . .27 Kaiser Permanente Cosmetic Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 50 Kimberly Cockerham M.D.. . . . . . . . . 20, 51 Laveda Nail Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Lee’s Sandwiches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Legar Salon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Lekha School of Creative Writing . . . . . 77 Limon Salon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Lisa’s Tea Treasures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Little Lou’s BBQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 LJM Legal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75 Loft Bar & Bistro. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Los Gatos Health & Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Los Gatos Lodge Bar & Grill. . . . . . . . . . . 65 Maceio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Magic Tan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31, 37 Mariani’s Inn & Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Marinello Schools of Beauty. . . . . . . . . . 46 Massage Envy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Max Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Menara Moroccan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Merlion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Mix 106.5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Moda Divina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Molly Magee’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 My Holistic Family . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Nirvana. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Ocean Blue Restaurant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Peninsula Beauty Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Picasso’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Pinn Brothers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Pinot Paradise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Pleasures from the Heart. . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Quarter Note. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Race to Witch Mountain . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Ray’s Ultimate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Robson Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Rosie McCann’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Sabrina Medical Aesthetic . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Sage Salon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Salon Blu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Salon De La vie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Salon Soule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Sanctuary Salon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 San Francisco Herb and Natural Food Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 San Jose Adventure Boot Camp. . . . . . . 25 San Vitum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Scruff y Murphy’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Shougun House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Silvercreek Sportsplex . . . . . . . . . . . . 39, 77 Sip Cafe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Soula Power Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Spa Joli at University Mission Medical Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . 26, 50 Spencer’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Sports Basement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Sundance, The Steakhouse . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Sunnyvale Chamber of Commerce . . . . .79 SuperSlow Zone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Xtreme Fitness = Campbell . . . . . . . . . . 73 Ted D Bare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Thaiphoon Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Total Gym. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Trailsloggers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 University Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Vegetarian House International . . . . . . .55 Voila Hair Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Vonage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Vonage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Westpark Dental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Willow Glen Ace Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Wine Room, The. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Wintersport Wearhouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 Xtreme Fitness = Campbell . . . . . . . . . . 30

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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

Michael Kamrava, Mad Scientist

news story like Octomom is like watching an aquarium explode. Fish flop around, dying in so many unpredictable directions that you can’t put the dying things out of their misery. And when the whole thing seems to be over, everyone complains about how it smells like fish. Suddenly, Steven Seagal pulls the guy out of the aquarium he threw him into, and chaos resets. If somehow that paragraph doesn’t win me the Nobel Prize for Awesome Analogies, let me put it another way: The Octomom story is all things to all people. It’s an example of the decline of moral values, economic mismanagement, medical ethics, chest overgrazing, stupid bitchery, and anything else you feel like yelling about. My TV says that Octomom is controversial. And though I always believe what my TV tells me, the only controversy I’ve seen is that some people think she’s insane, while others think she’s so insane that she must be destroyed. Sure, there are the occasional nut bars sticking up for her, but that demo is about the same as the percentage of the population holding lingerie parties that give away D-cup bras filled with cat food: You got enough of them to support a web page or two, but it’s not like they’re a real group of people.

Personally, I’ve been a fan of Octomom since her first appearance in Amazing Spider-Man 3. Now when I see her on the cover of a magazine holding one of her medical experiments, I just think, “They have a makeup team to apply this beast’s lip liner, and no one can sponge some of the goo off that kid? At least, take the tube out of its nose.” I realize that may sound harsh, but there was one rule in our house growing up: If you ever have a publicist and no job, and you just special ordered your 14th kid, f*** you. (What can I say? I was raised with tough love.) Octomom might get the gooey magazine covers, but the real hero of the

story is her reproductive endocrinologist, Dr. Michael Kamrava. Turns out that up until now, he was just one of the worst fertility doctors in the industry. When most doctors implant embryos, they only work about 40 percent of the time. Kamrava’s success rate was closer to 10 percent. And now he gets eight babies from six embryos? To put that in sports terms, that’s like Shaquille O’Neal making a 317-point free throw. People talk about Kamrava like he’s a butcher – and yes, he probably shouldn’t have filled a mother of six with six embryos. For a second time. Most uterus scientists will tell you that six is a crazy number. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control show that on average, fertility doctors implant 2.3 embryos in a creature her age. Wait, they’re the ones who measure embryos with decimal places, and yet they’re calling this guy unethical? How do you implant 2.3 embryos? I don’t think Kamrava deserves all the hassle. Yes, he may have some Frankenstein-like ethics, but if Frankenstein had created George Clooney instead of a monster, the villagers would have put down their torches and handed him a Golden Globe. History remembers the ends, not the means. If it was the other way around, Columbus Day would be the scariest holiday ever. So Dr. Kamrava shouldn’t worry. Alexander Fleming is remembered for discovering penicillin, not being the a**hole that always left the petri dishes out. And one day Michael Kamrava will be remembered as one of the greatest mad scientists that walked the earth, while Octomom will be just that woman who was devoured by her young. TW

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