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Saffron San Carlos: A Conversation with Ajay and Reena, and the Slow Art of Feeding a Community

Saffron San Carlos: A Conversation with Ajay and Reena, and the Slow Art of Feeding a Community

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...
Small Business Saturday Deals in San Carlos 2025: Shop Small, Win Big, Feel Good

Small Business Saturday Deals in San Carlos 2025: Shop Small, Win Big, Feel Good

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...
Planning Your Perfect Holiday Party at Rouge Lounge

Planning Your Perfect Holiday Party at Rouge Lounge

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...
Inside the Amazing San Carlos Curbside Lunch Program

Inside the Amazing San Carlos Curbside Lunch Program

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,...
Izzy’s in San Carlos to Close In October After Nearly Two Decades

Izzy’s in San Carlos to Close In October After Nearly Two Decades

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...
New Restaurant Alert, Sen Thai Noodle Bar

New Restaurant Alert, Sen Thai Noodle Bar

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,...
A Story of Homeownership with Brian and Grace of Plantation Coffee

A Story of Homeownership with Brian and Grace of Plantation Coffee

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...
New San Carlos Hotspot Alert, Rouge Lounge

New San Carlos Hotspot Alert, Rouge Lounge

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...
Exciting Valentines Day Specials in San Carlos 2025

Exciting Valentines Day Specials in San Carlos 2025

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...
The Toss Salad Bar in San Carlos: Salads Don’t Have to Be Boring

The Toss Salad Bar in San Carlos: Salads Don’t Have to Be Boring

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...
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