Zin-o-matic
About that Zin grape. In a word: robust. It's planted in about 10% of the vineyards here, and is widely regarded as California's grape.
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One-Man Lord of the Rings comes to San Jose
The “One-Man” Virtuoso Charles Ross tackles Tolkein’s epic trilogy in 70 Minutes.
StarkIn TV: San Quentin State Prison – In Search of Shakespeare
Drugs! B&E! Murder! Ahhh... wow, okay. This really is slightly different then filming at Opera San Jose, Berkeley Rep, or at A.C.T. We go inside…
Google Maps now features indoor walking directions, location-based coupons
In the battle of location based marketing, the couponing service, which will alert users of nearby deals, is clearly aimed at the likes of Groupon…
How to Install Flipboard on Android
Here's how to download and install the amazing Flipboard app for Android.
HTC Droid Incredible 4G, an iPhone for Android fans
Many buyers have complained that while large screens are great for surfing and watching movies, they can make it awkward to use the phone with…
Boulevard named nation’s outstanding restaurant by James Beard Foundation (Video)
Here's a short reel from a recent Star Chefs gala. I make the rounds at the marquee fundraising and culinary event of the year and…
Jean Genet: Playwright of Crime and Poetry
Genet’s drama is primarily based on the state of a poetic mind, rather than a focus on dramatic sequence and political standpoint for sexual and…
LED bulbs the latest bright idea
LEDs can last for up to 100,000 hrs, compared with 1,000 hrs of traditional incandescent bulbs and compact fluorescent lamps' 15,000 hours.
Social Media Use Continues to Rise Across San Francisco Venues
Why are sports writers and political pundits able to stir up active online debate whereas their counterparts in theater cannot?