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What’s New on Izzys Menu 2024 : Izzy’s on the Peninsula Grand Reopening

What’s New on Izzys Menu 2024 : Izzy’s on the Peninsula Grand Reopening

by sancarloslife | Jan 25, 2024 | Headliner, Restaurant Blogs

Izzy’s on the Peninsula, now on its second week after reopening, continues to wow guests with exquisitely modernized new items at Izzys menu and its newly renovated space. Founded in 1987 by the renowned Bay Area restaurateur Sam DuVall, Izzy’s pays homage to...
Celebrating 100 Years: City Centennial Advisory Committee’s First Meeting

Celebrating 100 Years: City Centennial Advisory Committee’s First Meeting

by sancarloslife | Jan 23, 2024 | Headliner, City Council Blogs, Holiday Blogs

San Carlos Centennial Celebrations 2025 “San Carlos – lets have fun 🙂 ” – this was the mood for the first meeting of the City Centennial Advisory Committee last Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at the 2nd Floor of the San Carlos Library. Comprised of individuals from...
Cask and Stamp : The Battle for the Best 20 Dollar 3 Course Meal in San Carlos

Cask and Stamp : The Battle for the Best 20 Dollar 3 Course Meal in San Carlos

by sancarloslife | Jan 17, 2024 | Headliner, Restaurant Blogs

It’s January, and you’re probably trying to recover from the Christmas spending spree. But who says we can’t treat ourselves on a budget?  Enter two local favorites, Stamp Bar & Grill and The Cask Wine Bar, who are throwin’ down a...
Last Minute Guide to the Exciting San Carlos Holiday Season 2023

Last Minute Guide to the Exciting San Carlos Holiday Season 2023

by sancarloslife | Dec 22, 2023 | Holiday Blogs, Headliner

San Carlos Holiday Season 2023 The holidays are here, and you know what that means – family is coming to town! If you’re a resident of San Carlos and you have family coming over this Christmas – if or you’re a visitor – here’s a list of...
A Grand Water Fountain in the Middle of Laurel Street : The 2024 Pedestrian Mall of San Carlos

A Grand Water Fountain in the Middle of Laurel Street : The 2024 Pedestrian Mall of San Carlos

by sancarloslife | Dec 14, 2023 | Headliner, City Council Blogs

Laurel Street Closed for Good: Downtown Ideation Workshops In last week’s gatherings (online and face-to-face) for the Downtown Ideation Workshop, residents of San Carlos came together to imagine the future of Downtown Laurel Street, a section of which will be...
Delicious Steaks in San Carlos: Izzy’s Reopening this Winter 2023

Delicious Steaks in San Carlos: Izzy’s Reopening this Winter 2023

by sancarloslife | Dec 8, 2023 | Headliner, Restaurant Blogs

Izzy’s Reopening brings excitement to San Carlos Izzy’s on the Peninsula, previously known as Izzy’s of San Carlos, is set to reopen this winter after being closed for more than a year. It will be located in the same address, at 525 Skyway Road San...
Eucalyptus Avenue Christmas Lights 2025: The Beautiful Christmas Tree Lane of San Carlos

Eucalyptus Avenue Christmas Lights 2025: The Beautiful Christmas Tree Lane of San Carlos

by sancarloslife | Dec 5, 2023 | Headliner, Holiday Blogs

As the sun goes down, the lights go up at Eucalyptus Ave Updated December 5, 2025: As the holiday season unfolds, Eucalyptus Ave in San Carlos transforms into a magical wonderland, captivating hearts and spreading festive cheer to all who visit. Also coined as...
Council Decides to Keep Laurel Street Closed for Good – An Exciting Win!

Council Decides to Keep Laurel Street Closed for Good – An Exciting Win!

by sancarloslife | Nov 30, 2023 | Headliner, City Council Blogs

Unanimous Vote to Keep Laurel Street Closed On Monday, November 27, Councilmembers in San Carlos unanimously voted (5 – 0) to permanently close the 700 block of Laurel Street between Cherry and Olive streets to cars, paving way for the Pedestrian Mall of San...
Beloved Cuisinett closes in San Carlos after 12 Years

Beloved Cuisinett closes in San Carlos after 12 Years

by sancarloslife | Nov 27, 2023 | Headliner, Restaurant Blogs

Cuisinett, a beloved monument of French cuisine in San Carlos, bid farewell last Saturday as founder Geoffroy Raby revealed the news in social media and email, exactly on the day of their closing. The announcement was met by hundreds of emotional reactions and...
Biden and Xi’s Exclusive Meeting at the Filoli Gardens

Biden and Xi’s Exclusive Meeting at the Filoli Gardens

by sancarloslife | Nov 16, 2023 | Headliner, News Blog

Filoli, a magnificent mansion and garden situated on 654 acres of lush green land along the California coastline, has played a supporting role in popular television shows and movies like “Dynasty” in the 1980s and “The Wedding Planner” in 2001....
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