Loni Stark
Loni Stark is an artist at Atelier Stark, psychology researcher, and technologist whose work explores the intersection of identity, creativity, and technology. A self-professed foodie and adventure travel enthusiast, she collaborates on visual storytelling projects with Clinton Stark for Stark Insider. Her insights are shaped by her role at Adobe, influencing her explorations into the human-tech relationship. It's been said her laugh can still be heard from San Jose up to the Golden Gate Bridge—unless sushi, her culinary Kryptonite, has momentarily silenced her.
Stark Insider TV: Behind the Scenes at Beach Blanket Babylon (Plus: 300 Gay Guys!)
I was invited to check out Beach Blanket Babylon rehearsing with the SF Gay Men's Chorus. Somewhere in an unknown location deep within the City is the scene you see here in this special behind-the-scenes Stark Insider TV segment.
Stark Insider TV Interview: ‘Vikings’ star Jessalyn Gilsig
Jessalyn Gilsig spent 5 months in Ireland shooting 9 episodes for the first season of 'Vikings'. She talks to Stark Insider about the mini-series, acting, and her new film 'Somewhere Slow'.
Me and 300+ of my closest gay guys
I was invited to go behind the scenes during rehearsals at Beach Blanket Babylon and the SF Gay Men's Chorus to get a peek at what we can expect when the show 'Snow White & her Merry Men' hits Davies Symphony Hall.
Film Interview: Navi Rawat, ‘The Playback Singer’ (Video)
Navi Rawat talks to Stark Insider about 'The Playback Singer', her successful television career, and the big secret: what she can't stop doing on her iPhone.
Jessalyn Gilsig, from ‘Glee’ to ‘Vikings’ and ‘Somewhere Slow’ (Outtakes)
I caught up with Jessalyn Gilsig today at the Cinequest Film Festival in San Jose. We chatted about Vikings, Glee, Somewhere Slow, her role as producer and the trials and tribulations of raising money. Don't miss these fun interview outtakes.
Build a Vegetable Planter Box with these Plans
If you haven't already, this is the perfect time to build your own vegetable planter box. I designed and built one and have been sharing the plans so that you can easily put one together too.
James Beard Awards: Chefs Gary Danko, Michael Tusk Reach Semis
Also, Matthew Accarrino (SPQR), Nicolaus Balla (Bar Tartine), Chris Cosentino (Incanto), Dominique Crenn (Atelier Crenn), Mourad Lahlou (Aziza), Corey Lee (Benu), Daniel Patterson (Coi) named semifinalists in a category stacked with culinary talent.
Hawaiian Luau (Video)
On March 11, 2011 an earthquake-generated tsunami struck the Big Island. The Kona Resort sustained significant structural and property damage. It was forced to close indefinitely. But, as they're quick to say, "a hui hou."
Winery of the Week: Ferrari-Carano in Sonoma
The gardens here at Ferrari-Carano are worth the visit alone. Started innocently enough in 1987 by gardener Rhonda Carano, the initial planting I'm told took 16 months.
Zagat names Gary Danko best San Francisco restaurant
On my recent visit to Gary Danko, I once again discovered why I so love the place; there's a fine dining atmosphere, but it's comfortable in a way you don't usually find at upscale restaurants.