by sancarloslife | Jan 6, 2026 | Headliner, Restaurant Blogs
Ajay Walia and Reena Miglani in front of Saffron Restaurant in San Carlos, 2025. Ajay and Reena’s restaurant journey began with Saffron in San Carlos, a neighborhood spot that grew out of their shared love of cooking and community. Their success later expanded into...
by sancarloslife | Nov 25, 2025 | Headliner, Holiday Blogs, Restaurant Blogs, Shops and Services Blogs
In the photo: Mark and Viv walking on Laurel Street Small Business Saturday in San Carlos has the charm of a neighborhood block party wrapped in a shopping spree: with deals, treats, and the kind of friendly banter you just can’t get at a big-box checkout line. This...
by sancarloslife | Nov 19, 2025 | Headliner, Holiday Blogs, Restaurant Blogs
Rouge Lounge San Carlos husband and wife owners Steve and Sema Tosun. Table of Contents Sip, Shop, Celebrate The Space: European Charm Meets Holiday Glow Customization at the Core Food, Drinks, and Festive Flair An Ideal Venue for every Gathering Behind the Scenes: A...
by sancarloslife | Nov 3, 2025 | Headliner, City Council Blogs, Restaurant Blogs
Brenda Sullivan, Chef of the Adult Community Center An interview with the team behind the Curbside Lunch Program at the Adult Community Center (ACC). When the pandemic hit in 2020, many local programs in San Carlos faced uncertainty. But the Curbside Lunch Program,...
by sancarloslife | Sep 19, 2025 | Headliner, Restaurant Blogs, Uncategorized
San Carlos is preparing to say goodbye to one of its dining landmarks. Izzy’s, the lone steakhouse located along Skyway Road, will close its doors on Oct. 4 after nearly 20 years in business. The restaurant, opened in 2005 as the Peninsula outpost of Sam DuVall’s San...
by sancarloslife | Jun 17, 2025 | Headliner, Restaurant Blogs
Soft Opening of Sen Thai Noodle Bar at the famous Laurel Street San Carlos added a new name to its growing food scene this week. On Monday, June 16, Sen Thai Noodle Bar opened its doors at 677B Laurel Street, marking its soft opening with an evening of small plates,...
by sancarloslife | Jun 11, 2025 | Headliner, Real Estate Blogs, Restaurant Blogs
In the photo, from left to right: Baby Minha, Grace, Brian, at Plantation Coffee in San Carlos A Story of Homeownership At Plantation Coffee MinJae and Haeun Cheong, known to friends at Plantation Coffee as Brian and Grace, weren’t planning to buy a home in San...
by sancarloslife | Apr 22, 2025 | Headliner, Restaurant Blogs
San Carlos is about to welcome a new wine bar. Rouge Lounge is opening soon at 890 Laurel Street, offering a different kind of experience. Instead of a big grand opening, owners Sema and Steve are taking a slower approach, inviting people to discover the space over...
by sancarloslife | Feb 13, 2025 | Holiday Blogs, Headliner, Restaurant Blogs
After today’s bout of rain, weather report says San Carlos is set to sparkle under the sun tomorrow—just in time for Valentines Day. Talk about perfect timing! The skies are clearing, and the city’s buzzing with romance, ready to serve up some seriously special...
by sancarloslife | Jan 8, 2025 | Headliner, Restaurant Blogs
It’s “dry month” once again, and as the new year begins, many of us aim to reset our diets and embrace healthier eating habits. January, a month of resolutions and fresh starts, offers the perfect chance to add more greens to your plate. To explore...