Grilling essentials for a great BBQ experience.</h1> <article> <h1>Grilling essentials for a great BBQ experience.</h1> <p>Thu, 24 May 2012 21:47:00 GMT</p> <p>BBQ season is finally here. Before you get to your grilling here are a few great tips to improve your "Grill skills."<br /><br />Quality meat, fish and chicken make a difference. The better the quality of protein you grill the better the meal. Creative <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=marinade+recipe&tbs=rcp%3A1" title="marinade" target="_blank">marinade</a> is also and essential part of great grilling. You can marinate meat, veggies or fruit before you grill them for some tasty results.</p> <p>If you prefer your BBQ is of the meatless variety, <a href="http://www.sanpedrosquaremarket.com/events-in-san-jose/special-events/farmers-market-every-saturday/" title="San Pedro Square Farmer's Market" target="_blank">San Pedro Square Farmer's Market</a> or <a href="http://www.sanpedrosquaremarket.com/veggie-box/" title="Veggie Box" target="_blank">Veggie Box</a> have plenty of great <a href="http://www.sanpedrosquaremarket.com/veggie-box/" title="vegetables and fruits" target="_blank">vegetables and fruits</a> for grilling. We suggest grilling bell peppers, eggplant, plums or nectarines.</p> <p>Another idea is to grill <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=kabobs&tbs=rcp%3A1" title="kabobs" target="_blank">kabobs</a>. You can get really creative with great combinations of fresh chicken skewerd with fabulous <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=stone+fruits&tbs=rcp%3A1" title="stone fruits" target="_blank">stone fruits</a>. Try combining some Ahi tuna or swordfish with pineapple and melon marinated in some teryaki sauce.</p> <p>Tasty side dishes are also a part of a great backyard BBQ. Why not try a great <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=potato+salad&tbs=rcp%3A1" title="potato salad" target="_blank">potato salad</a>, <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=fruit+salad&tbs=rcp%3A1" title="fruit salad" target="_blank">fruit salad</a> or tasty <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=bean+recipe&tbs=rcp%3A1" title="bean recipe" target="_blank">bean recipe</a>?</p> <p>Everyone always loves good <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=lemonade&tbs=rcp%3A1" title="lemonade" target="_blank">lemonade</a>.There are many versions of this old time favorite. perhaps you might add some <a href="http://www.sanpedrosquaremarket.com/san-pedro-square-market-tenants/veggie-box/" title="strawberries" target="_blank">strawberries</a>, <a href="http://www.sanpedrosquaremarket.com/events-in-san-jose/special-events/farmers-market-every-saturday/" title="mint or basil" target="_blank">mint or basil</a> to those freshly squeezed lemons.</p> <p>Hope you enjoy our grilling tips and have a great BBQ!</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> </article> <article> <h1>San Jose Restaurants: Sama Zama is Coming!</h1> <p>Wed, 16 May 2012 00:27:00 GMT</p> <p>San Pedro Square Market is about to add another great restraurant. We’ve told you a little bit about Shawn Mckenna’s fresh and innovative concept, but now we are happy to say that <a href="http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1204482555/high-end-food-without-the-high-price">Sama- Zama</a> will be joining us at the Market! The lunch service will focus on healthy salads, soups and sandwiches on fresh-baked bread. Soups are his specialty, so you know those will be delicious! The best part is that the basic stocks will be made ahead of time, but all of the vegetables and proteins will be cooked to order. Isn’t that how it should be? And here it will be! For dinner, Shawn will utilize the techinques he has honed in 12+ years of cooking professionally to produce an ever-changing array of tapas-style small plates. Take a look at this video Shawn has put together to give you a better idea of what he has in store for us.</p> <p></p> <p>Sama-Zama will begin construction shortly. It will be located in the El Dorado Building across from Pizza Bocca Lupo. </p> </article> <article> <h1>Trivia night at San Pedro Square Market!</h1> <p>Mon, 14 May 2012 23:26:00 GMT</p> <span>Brainstormer Pub Quiz is a Live trivia contest held every Monday night, at 7:00 PM in THE BAR at San Pedro Square Market.The bar is located in the historic El Dorado Bakery building, and has knowledgeable staff, excellent management, and a wide selection of specialty cocktails,as well as draft beer and wines.You can also enjoy deliciuos food from a variety of great vendors in the San Pedro Square Market.</span><br /><span>Bring a team of players, fly solo at the bar, or find a team to join up with at the Pub Quiz Regulars!The team with the most correct answers at the end of the game wins a prize and the illustrious pride of being the "Winning Team of the Week." Come down and join the fun!</span> </article> <article> <h1>Downtown San Jose Event: Arts and Crafts Fair!</h1> <p>Thu, 03 May 2012 18:06:00 GMT</p> <p>The forecast is Sunny and just in time too because we are happy to announce that from 10 am- 4pm on May 20<sup>th</sup>, at San Pedro Square Market you can come and enjoy the arts and crafts fair put on by <a href="http://www.facebook.com/tfmendeavors">TFM Endeavors</a>. It is a way for local artists to show off their talent! Come enjoy original handmade arts and crafts and even get a chance to purchase these unique items for yourselves or give them as gifts! It is for all ages so bring the family and there is no cost at all! We look forward to seeing you here rain or shine!</p> <p></p> </article> <article> <h1>The Lusardi Building is Now Open 7 Days a week</h1> <p>Tue, 01 May 2012 23:01:00 GMT</p> <p></p> <p>The Lusardi Building at San Pedro Square Market is now open 7 days a week! It is home to some great new places to eat and shop in downtown San Jose.</p> <p>The Lusardi building is home to Veggie Box, Blush Raw Bar and Lounge, Ay Dio Mio, and Showroom. Coming soon to San Pedro Square Market will be Treatbot, The Little Cheese Shop and Pho-Nomenal. <br /><br />San Pedro Square Market has something for everyone.If you want to listen to live music and dine on all different kinds of delicious food, this is the place for you.<br /><br /></p> </article> <article> <h1>Veggie of the Week: Artichokes at the Farmer's Market</h1> <p>Tue, 01 May 2012 19:45:00 GMT</p> <p></p> <p>Artichokes can be very intimidating if you have never attempted to cook them. Many say that they have never tried them because it seems like too much work, but this post is going to change your mind we just know it!</p> <p>Artichoke season is around late March all the way through to June! When looking for the best kind at your local farmers market or grocery store, you want to look for ones with closed heads. You want those leaves to be pretty tight and it is okay if the stem is brown, just means it was freshly cut that day! When you get them home, you want to store them loosely wrapped in plastic in the fridge. Fresh artichokes can last up to a week, but like many veggies, they are best used shortly after harvest.</p> <p>Now where most get scared of artichokes are their thorns, but all you need is a nice pair of kitchen scissors and about 30 seconds per artichoke to simply trim off the thorns on the outside leaves. Cooking can be quite simple also. The easiest and more well known way to cook artichokes is to steam them in about a ½ inch of water with some lemon juice squeezed into it. Bring it to a boil, cover and reduce the heat to simmer. That is it! Here is a great recipe to use to dip your leaves into that we love!</p> <p>Aioli (Garlic Mayonnaise)</p> <p>It only takes about 10 minutes</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Ingredients</span></p> <p>1 egg</p> <p>1 Tbsp. lemon juice</p> <p>1 clove garlic, crushed or minced</p> <p>½ tsp. Dijon style mustard</p> <p>½ to ¾ cup olive oil</p> <p>Salt and some freshly ground black pepper (to your liking)</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Directions </span></p> <p>1. In a small bowl, whisk egg, lemon juice, garlic, and mustard together.</p> <p>2. Set bowl on a silicone oven pad or wrap the bottom in a kitchen towel to hold the bowl still on the counter without having to hold it.</p> <p>3. Whisk constantly and add oil, drop by drop, allowing each addition to incorporate into the egg mixture before adding more. As more oil is incorporated, you can add the oil more quickly.</p> <p>4. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve immediately or cover and chill for up to two days.</p> <p>Enjoy!</p> <p></p> <p> </p> <p>We recomend picking up fresh artichokes at the Farmer's Market in downtown San Jose. The farmer's market is located at San Pedro Square Market and is open from 10am until 2pm every Saturday.</p> </article> <article> <h1>BLUSH Raw Bar and Lounge opens at San Pedro Square Market</h1> <p>Sat, 28 Apr 2012 12:50:00 GMT</p> <p>Blush Raw Bar and Lounge, at San Pedro Square Market, is the newest place to dine in San Jose.<br /><br />This restaraunt is an amazing new raw food bar lounge with one-of-a-kind cocktails, small plates with fresh ingredients, sushi and oysters.<br /><br />Blush is located in San Pedro Square Market and has a come-as-you-are, relaxed and contemporary atmosphere. An excellent place which provides people an opportunity to socialize with live music, food, cocktails and exceptional service.</p> <p>Blush has very a distinct vibe. The dining area has small four-person tables that surround the sushi bar. Adjacent to the open dining section is the main bar. This area has a industrial feeling to it, with a high ceiling, exposed metal girders that is illuminated with hanging lanterns.<br />You can also dine and enjoy one of Blush's many unique cocktails in the outdoor plaza of San Pedro Square Market. This is great if you are a sports fan because the Market has a large projection screen for you to watch your favorite sporting event.</p> <p>Blush Raw Bar and Lounge<br />100 N. Almaden Ave., #160, San Jose<br />408.477.2191</p> </article> <article> <h1>Saturday Night Event at the Market! Live Music!</h1> <p>Sat, 14 Apr 2012 20:18:00 GMT</p> <p> </p> <p>Saturday nights here at San Pedro Market are really starting to pick up! We have booked some great bands and here is a look at what is coming up: </p> <p>Saturday the 14<sup>th</sup> we have got three bands for you to enjoy for free! Starting off at 9pm is Conversions followed by The Ghost of Wrights. Ending the night is the group <a href="http://www.myspace.com/monstrauss">MonStrauss</a>. </p> <p> </p> <p>Join us for an evening of live music in the Perrazo Building, home of B2 coffee. Just one of the many downtown San Jose events we're putting on in the coming weeks. </p> </article> <article> <h1>Events in Downtown San Jose: The Farmers' Market is Coming!</h1> <p>Tue, 27 Mar 2012 20:10:00 GMT</p> <p>Okay, so we know that we keep advertising for our Farmers' Market and how Spring is around the corner. Well folks, it is finally here! Saturday April 7<sup>th </sup>, is the opening day of the year-round, rain-or-shine Saturday Farmers' Market. Here is what you need to know:</p> <p>It will be open 10am-2pm. </p> <p>Located on W. St. John between N. Almaden and N. San Pedro, directly in front of SPSM.</p> <p>Around 40-50 vendors, mostly farmers, prepared food, and flowers. </p> <p></p> <p>The timing of it is perfect for all you that work during the week! Get your grocery shopping done at the farmers market, then come enjoy the rest of your Saturday at the Market! Enjoy some lunch, drinks and entertainment here at SPSM since there is always something here to entertain you. We’ve even got some special surprises lined up for you during and after the Farmers' Market. We’ve got author signings, live music and so much more to make sure you have the best enjoyable weekend here at San Pedro Square Market.</p> <p>Please note that this is a separate event from the Downtown Farmers Market that occurs seasonally on Fridays on San Pedro St. </p> <p> </p> </article> <article> <h1>San Pedro Square Market: Upcoming Bands</h1> <p>Wed, 14 Mar 2012 17:10:00 GMT</p> <p> </p> <p>Looking for something fun to do on a Saturday night? Well, look no further because the upcoming Saturdays here at San Pedro Square Market are going to be very exciting! Starting with Will Sprott from the band The Mumlers, on March 24<sup>th </sup>. He will be play acoustically so you know it will sound amazing! Along with him will be the group April Chase. They are an up and coming indie rock band made up of 5 members and are from the bay area! And to top the night off will be band ‘<a href="http://pleasedonotfight.bandcamp.com/">Please Do Not Fight’</a>. They are also from the bay area and live in San Francisco. After this night we know you’ll be running home to download their music to listen to it all the time!</p> <p>Can’t make that date? Do not worry, the 31<sup>st</sup> has another great lineup! Starting with folksy Rock artist, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Adira-Shark/130595436979866#!/pages/Adira-Shark/130595436979866?sk=wall">Adira Shark</a>. We think you’ll really enjoy her relaxed yet catchy feel. Then catch <a href="http://www.myspace.com/orangutansings">Orangutang</a> and <a href="http://fevercharm.bandcamp.com/">Fever Charm </a> who have a similar laid back, but captivating sound.</p> <p>If you are a planner, April 7<sup>th</sup> we will be bringing you three more bands to enjoy! The band <a href="http://www.reverbnation.com/thetrims">The Trims</a>, which remind you of an early strokes band and brings you back a little to the 90’s. With them will be Pantheon and <a href="http://www.reverbnation.com/hotelislandbreakdown">Hotel Island Breakdown</a>.</p> <p>The market is going to be pretty exciting in the weeks to come. So grab some friends, come enjoy some yummy food from one of the many venues here at San Pedro Square Market. Don’t forget a drink and a seat, relax and enjoy the shows!</p> <p> </p> <p></p> <p> </p> <p></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> </article> <article> <h1>San Jose Events: Upcoming Events at the San Pedro Square Market</h1> <p>Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:23:00 GMT</p> <p>March is shaping up to be a massive month at the Market.</p> <p>The Sharks are back with nine home games and we are excited to cheer them on as we get closer to the home stretch of the regular season. A few other great events at the arena: Jimmy Buffet is here to rock the HP Pavilion on March 8<sup>th</sup>, come down to the Market and grab 2 Pina Coladas before you head to the concert. And if you can’t make that concert March 23<sup>rd</sup> Lady Antebellum will be at HP and are sure to put on a great show. On March 13<sup>th</sup>, ‘Get Motivated’ rolls into town. This wonderful event brings thousands of people to downtown, and with speakers such as:</p> <p> Mary Buffett - Internationally Acclaimed Investing Expert</p> <p> Terry Bradshaw - Legendary NFL Hall of Fame Quarterback</p> <p> General Colin Powell - World-Famous Soldier Statesman</p> <p> Howard Putnam - Celebrated CEO of Southwest Airlines</p> <p> Lance Armstrong - The Greatest Athlete of All Time</p> <p> Tamara Lowe - New York Times Bestselling Author</p> <p> Rick Belluzzo - Legendary President of Microsoft</p> <p> Rudy Giuliani - America's Mayor</p> <p>These extraordinary groups of individuals are not to be missed. The day is guaranteed to help you and your organization excel and reach new heights of success.</p> <p>San Jose Jazz fest is also here to kick off the first annual Winter Fest. With stages throughout San Pedro Square you will have your choice of performers! Come grab a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants we have to offer and listen to some great music! The way it is set up allows you to feel part of the music allowing for a whole new experience of listening to jazz. And don’t be afraid to get up and dance! It is set up for you to do so. Bring a date as there will be a salsa dance lessons! There is even a FREE event called the “Club Crawl” which takes place on San Pedro Street allowing you to check out various Jazz artists and groups at all the different bars and restaurants. Not a fan of showing off your moves? That’s okay too! Grab a glass of wine or beer from one of the bars at San Pedro Square Market, grab a seat and get ready for a great night of music. We bet you’ll still find yourself tapping your feet along to the lively sounds.</p> <p></p> <p> </p> </article> <article> <h1>Fruit of the Week: Asian Pears</h1> <p>Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:57:00 GMT</p> <p>Asian pears are a delicious spring treat. A cousin of the pear, these succulent treats are typically seen in grocery stores, farmers markets, and ethnic food stores.</p> <p>Asian pears differ from the traditional European ones. These pears are usually round, firm to touch when ripe, and are ready to eat after harvest. Asian pears reach prime quality when ripened on the tree, much like an apple and peach. Asian pears are crisp, juicy, and slightly sweet with some tartness, especially near the core.</p> <p></p> <p>There are several Asian pear varieties available. Japanese pears are more round in shape, while the Chinese pears are more oval or pear-shaped.</p> <p>In the United States, the Japanese type of Asian pear called 20th Century or Nijisseki is the most popular. It is easily recognized by its round shape and smooth yellow skin. Other common varieties include the Japanese bronze-toned Hosui pear and the pear-shaped Ya Li, a pale-green Chinese variety.</p> <p class="headerb">Selection</p> <p>Select the most fragrant and un-bruised fruit with little to no brown spots. Ripe Asian pears are hard and do not soften. They are ready to eat when purchased.</p> <p class="headerb">Storage</p> <p>Asian pears are known for keeping well. Store pears a week at room temperature or up to three months in the refrigerator.</p> <p>Here's a great recipe for you to try at home:</p> <p></p> <p><b>Asian Pear Slaw with Chilies<br /> </b>Makes 6 servings<br /> Each serving equals 1/2 cup of fruit or vegetables <br /> 6 celery ribs</p> <p>1 large Carrot Julienned</p> <p>1 medium Apple (seasonal) diced<br /> 4 Tbsp fresh lime juice <br /> 4 Tbsp seasoned rice vinegar <br /> 1 tsp ginger root<br /> 6 Asian Pears, sliced ¼-inch thick <br /> 3 scallions, thinly sliced on diagonal</p> <p>1 tsp sugar</p> <p>¼ cup dried cranberries (optional)<br /> ¼ cup Cilantro leaves <br /> ½ tsp Fresno chili or Jalapeno chili, finely chopped</p> <p> </p> <p>Whisk together juice, vinegar, and ginger and stir in celery and remaining ingredients with salt and pepper to taste. Use Kosher salt if you have it, as it adds a boost to the flavor profile.</p> <p>Let stand at room temperature for at least 15 minutes before serving. However, the longer the slaw has to marinate the more robust the flavor profile.</p> <p> </p> </article> <article> <h1>Downtown San Jose Event: Cinequest Film Festival</h1> <p>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:12:00 GMT</p> <p></p> <p>Looking for something to do in the upcoming weeks? Starting February 28<sup>th</sup>, Cinequest returns to Downtown San Jose, showcasing innovative films for their annual festival. Cinequest is a film festival that pushes the limit; they have found a way to take the power of technology and creatively showcase it to their audience. In other words, they are doing things with technology that others wish they could do and it is going to be happening right here in San Jose and we all have the chance to enjoy it. The festival will take place from late February until early March, showcasing premiere films that give new artists a chance to show off their talents. The screenings are located throughout Downtown San Jose within walking distance of several yummy places to eat! It is suggested that you buy your tickets ahead of time, but it is not a must, which makes the festival a good choice for a last minute date night. They even have student prices! Audiences are in for a real treat, as Cinequest is known to provide amazing quality and an enjoyable overall experience. For more details about shows and times check out the website at: <a href="http://www.cinequest.org/">http://www.cinequest.org</a>. See you at the movies!</p> </article> <article> <h1>Last-minute Valentines Day Ideas</h1> <p>Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:10:00 GMT</p> <p>Lets step out of the box for a minute. Let’s not do the normal candy, roses, balloons thing. Lets get creative, personal and most importantly as easy as we can this year! The best ideas and gifts are the ones you make yourself and sometime tend to even be the cheapest ones to give!</p> <p> </p> <p>10 Simple and Great Ideas:</p> <p> </p> <p>1. An incredibly nice and thoughtful gesture is to write a letter or a poem. You don’t have to be a poet either! Just write down how you feel about the person, how important they are to you. I bet this is way better than a box a chocolates (or at least a close second).</p> <p>2. Along the lines of a letter is filling a jar with little love notes.</p> <p>3. Suggest cooking a meal together! Could be a favorite food for both or a new one you can explore together. </p> <p>4.Walk around a favorite part of town, stopping at a nice local bar for a glass of wine and appetizers. (Perhaps <em>Vino Vino</em>!)</p> <p></p> <p>5. Plan a scavenger hunt sending your valentine all around town while you get dinner ready! This might take some time, but your valentine will appreciate the time you put into this idea.</p> <p>6. Buy them 1 of their favorite flower. Doesn’t need to be an entire bouquet, the important part is to remember which is their favorite.</p> <p>7. Make a mixed CD of your favorite songs that remind you of that person. Include why you picked those tracks.</p> <p>8. Pack a lunch and go to the park for a picnic! Lets take it back to our childhood and go swing on the swings.</p> <p>9. Let the person know you are thinking about them, send email, text, voicemails, and even a letter in the snail mail! Your valentine will know how much you are thinking about them and care.</p> <p>10. Take your Valentine to San Pedro Square Market! Enjoy good music, food, drinks, and simply enjoy the company of one another.</p> <p> </p> <p>Here is a rundown of the special offers the Market Tenants will be offering tomorrow night:</p> <h6 class="uiStreamMessage" data-ft="{"type":1}"><span class="messageBody" data-ft="{"type":3}">Vino Vino is offering 25% off wine pours for ladies<br /> Pizza Bocca Lupo is offering 15% off all desserts<br /> Little Chef Counter is offering a 3-course prix fixe: House Salad, Pan-roasted Salmon, and White Chocolate Bread Pudding for $24/person from 5pm-close. </span></h6> <p><span class="messageBody" data-ft="{"type":3}"></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>Bad Ideas: Don’t forget! As much as your valentine might say they really don’t care what you do if anything at all, which might be true, still take the time to let that person verbally know how important you are to them. Valentines day or not, this is not a bad idea. Also, don’t do something that you know your valentine doesn’t care for. Try to be considerate even with the minor details. There might be a Sharks game on that night, or a new Glee on, but lets try to think of the other person for a change guys!</p> </article> <article> <h1>Busy Weekend Ahead at the Market</h1> <p>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:01:00 GMT</p> <p>This coming weekend is going to be a great one at San Pedro Square Market. To kick things off the Sharks are at home on Friday before they head out of town on a two-week road trip. Enjoy dinner and drinks while cheering on the Sharks.</p> <p>Friday night <a href="http://www.myspace.com/http://www.myspace.com/pearlalleyband" title="Pearl Alley" target="_blank">Pearl Alley</a> will be rocking the house. The band goes on stage at 6:30pm and will play until the crowd can’t dance anymore. Pearl Alley’s blend of blues and rock 'n’ roll is influenced by the vocal style of Janis Joplin and defined by the blistering lead guitar of David Crane.</p> <p>Saturday will be the busiest day of the week by far. First, we have a baby shower taking place in the public seating area, which will be catered by <a href="http://www.sanpedrosquaremarket.com/San-Pedro-Square-Market-Tenants/pizza-bocca-lupo/" title="Pizza Bocca" target="_blank">Pizza Bocca</a> Lupo and <a href="http://www.sanpedrosquaremarket.com/San-Pedro-Square-Market-Tenants/little-chef-counter/" title="Little Chef Counter" target="_blank">Little Chef Counter</a>.</p> <p>For more information on how to schedule schedule a private event at the Market <a href="http://www.sanpedrosquaremarket.com/event-planning-in-san-jose/" title="visit our page on event planning. " target="_blank">visit our page on event planning. </a></p> <p> The Red Cross will host a ‘<a href="http://www.zvents.com/z/san_jose_ca/american-red-cross-club-red-cpr-singles-cpr-and-aed-training--events--240885244" title="Singles CPR" target="_blank">Singles CPR</a>’ class in the Perrazo Building from 1pm to 4:30pm. It is open to ages 21-35 years old and costs $30. Besides learning vitally important safety techniques, you may end up doing some mouth-to-mouth with an early Valentine!</p> <p>Contact Sowmya Arja at arjas@usa.redcross.org if you have any questions.</p> <p>There will be another unique happening on Saturday: A One-Day Pop-Up Valentine Beauty Event. From noon-6pm you will be able to come and socialize with a team of artists and other creative women. Come and have a mini facial, makeup application, brow shaping or jazz up your lashes with some extensions. We will also have some designer jewelry, accessories and clothes for sale. This is going to be fun and super exclusive.</p> <p>To RSVP for a beauty service appointment or more for info, contact Naima @ neemo24@msn.com</p> <p>Finally, B2, San Jose’s favorite coffee house, will be presenting a <a href="http://www.facebook.com/events/337253659648884/" title="mock Barista competition" target="_blank">mock Barista competition</a> in Perrazo from 6pm-11pm. Join them as they get the local barista community together to put on a practice run of each competitor's presentation. Cheer on your local baristas, volunteer to be a judge, or just hang out with friends, enjoy some music and sip on some free coffee that they'll be serving up all night from the V60 bar. It’s going to be a fun night. See you there!</p> <p>Sunday will be a relaxing day so bring the family and enjoy Happy Hour at the Market Bar all day long.</p> <p> </p> <p>Stay tuned for our Next blog Post on Cinequest 22! If you have topics you would like tp have us blog about please let us know by leaving a comment below!</p> </article> <article> <h1>Best Super Bowl Commercials of All Time.</h1> <p>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:28:00 GMT</p> <p>With Super Bowl Sunday less than a week away, we though it would be appropriate to start Monday off with the 10 most popular Super Bowl commercials of all time (as chosen by the San Pedro Square Market):</p> <p>10.</p> <p></p> <p>9.</p> <p></p> <p>8.</p> <p></p> <p>7.</p> <p></p> <p>6.</p> <p></p> <p>5.</p> <p></p> <p>4.</p> <p></p> <p> </p> <p>3.</p> <p></p> <p>2.</p> <p></p> <p> </p> <p>1.</p> <p></p> <p> </p> <p>Let us know what you think of our list by leaving a comment below. Stay tuned for some great menu ideas and Super Bowl tips from the San Pedro Square Market. Still not sure what to do for the Big Game? Come down to the Market and enjoy great specials all day long.</p> </article> <article> <h1>What to do in San Jose- Heritage Holiday 12/3/11 at SPSM</h1> <p>Sat, 03 Dec 2011 18:22:00 GMT</p> <span id="internal-source-marker_0.7887297024742715" style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">December 3, 2011</span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">History, Heritage, and Holiday fun will all be taking place here at the San Pedro Square Market on December 3</span><span style="font-size: 10px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: super;">rd </span><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">from 11am-4pm. We have a variety of events for everyone to enjoy. </span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Santa Claus, Mr. Saint Nick himself, will be taking time off from his incredibly busy schedule and visiting us here at the Market. He will be arriving in style, on a vintage fire truck! This will be a great time to give Santa a heads up on what might be on your wish list, or take photos for holiday memories. He will only be here from 2pm-4pm, don’t miss him!</span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"></span><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Whether you’re having lunch from one of your great restaurants or a midday libation from the Market Bar, you can sit back in our beautiful outdoor Plaza and enjoy music all afternoon. Get into the holiday mood with the Lyric Theater’s costumed carolers from 11:30am-12:30pm. Up next, from 12:30pm-2:00pm, Fiddle Road brings a colorful blend of Celtic, bluegrass, Cajun and Ol’ Timey songs expressed joyfully through guitar, fiddle, mandolin, 5 string and tenor banjos, stand up bass and ukulele. The dedicated students of Liberty Baptist School's band and choir have put in a lot of effort in keeping the passion for music alive and they want to spread that love on to you! Don’t miss them as they showcase all their hard work from 2:00pm-4:00pm.</span><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">In addition to the wide-ranging musical program, local author <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jim_Hummel" title="Jim Hummel" target="_blank">Jim Hummel</a> will be on hand to sign his latest children’s book, </span><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">San Jose, California: The Place Where People Help Dreams Come True.</span><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"> Hummel is a cartoonist who has worked for the </span><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">San Jose Mercury-News</span><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"> and taught illustration at San Jose State University.</span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">For all you crafty DIY enthusiasts, there we be a live demonstration from the <a href="http://serendipityspinners.org" title="Serendipity Spinners Guild" target="_blank">Serendipity Spinners Guild</a> and the <a href="http://www.thelacemuseum.org/" title="Lace Museum" target="_blank">Lace Museum</a> will be holding a lace making demonstration from 11am-4pm.</span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Across the street, History San Jose is keeping up with tradition in hosting San Jose’s annual Heritage Holiday Tea and Tour. It will be held at the Victorian-era Fallon House. </span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Satori Tea Company has made a special blend of peach, plum, apricot, black tea and flower petals. Named ‘Valley of Hearts’ Delight,’ and also be available for purchase. Guglielmo Wines will provide champagne that will be served by Shady Shakespeare, a new addition to the tradition.</span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Spaces at the tea can be reserved here:</span><br /><a href="http://www.historysanjose.org/events/heritage-holiday-champagne-tea-and-tour/ " title="http://www.historysanjose.org/events/heritage-holiday-champagne-tea-and-tour/ " target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">http://www.historysanjose.org/events/heritage-holiday-champagne-tea-and-tour/ </span></a><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Here's an easy-to-follow music schedule for the day: </span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">All events will take place on the Plaza, weather permitting.</span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">11:30-12:30 <a href="http://lyrictheater.org" title="Lyric Theater Victorian Carolers" target="_blank">Lyric Theater Victorian Carolers</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Fully costumed Carolers will roam the Market spreading holiday cheer!</span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">12:30- 2:00 <a href="http://www.zvents.com/z/san_jose_ca/fiddle-road--performers--1150748" title="Fiddle Road" target="_blank">Fiddle Road</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">A colorful blend of Celtic, bluegrass, Cajun and Ol’ Timey songs expressed joyfully through guitar, fiddle, mandolin, 5 string and tenor banjos, stand up bass and ukulele.</span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">2:00-4:00 Santa Claus makes his first visit to SPSM</span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Santa and his elf will arrive in an old-fashioned fire truck and be available for photos with children of all ages.</span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">2:00-4:00 <a href="http://www.libertybaptistschool.org/band.html" title="Liberty Baptist School Band & Choir" target="_blank">Liberty Baptist School Band & Choir</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Local schoolchildren get a chance to shine. The band begins at 3, the Choir begins at 4.</span><br /> </article> <article> <h1>Thanksgiving Recipies: How to carve a turkey & How to make gravy</h1> <p>Tue, 22 Nov 2011 16:01:00 GMT</p> <p>Can you believe Thanksgiving is already here? Soon we will be eating turkey and chatting with family, grandpa will be asleep on the couch because he ate too much turkey. It seems like every year people start to ask the same questions. What's the best way to Carve a turkey and how do you make amazing gravy. Well here are two quick and easy videos that show you how to do both. Happy Turkey Day.</p> <h3 style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">How to carve a Turkey</span></h3> <p><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><param name="wmode" value="transparent" /><param name="src" value="http://common.scrippsnetworks.com/common/snap/snap-3.2.2-embed.swf?channelurl=http://www.foodnetwork.com/food/channel/xml/0,,77389-VIDEO,00.xml&channel=77389" /><param name="allowfullscreen" value="true" /></p> <p><b><br /></b></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h3> <span style="text-decoration: underline;">How to make gravy</span></h3> <p><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><param name="wmode" value="transparent" /><param name="src" value="http://common.scrippsnetworks.com/common/snap/snap-3.2.2-embed.swf?channelurl=http://www.foodnetwork.com/food/channel/xml/0,,70409-VIDEO,00.xml&channel=70409" /><param name="allowfullscreen" value="true" /></p> </article> <article> <h1>Downtown Ice is Here!</h1> <p>Mon, 21 Nov 2011 16:47:00 GMT</p> <p>Hawaiian Airlines and Kristi Yamaguchi are giving people in San Jose the opportunity to test out their skating skills. Downtown Ice opened on November 18<sup>th </sup>, my family and I enjoyed skating under the circle of palms in downtown San Jose. Downtown Ice is located in between the San Jose Museum of Art and Fairmont Hotel in downtown San Jose. The ice rink will be open from November 18<sup>th</sup> through January 29<sup>th</sup>, 2012. Kristi Yamaguchi, who is best known for her 1992 Olympic Gold Medal will be at the Opening Ceremony 5 p.m. Monday, November 21. Yamaguchi, who has always supported the downtown ice, will not be performing but her former skating club the Sliver Stars Synchronized Skating Group will be performing a dance.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p>Downtown Ice is a time for friends and family to gather and celebrate holiday activities. Along with ice skating there are a ton of fun filled holiday events starting with Christmas in the Park, riding the wonderland amusements, and watching live performances such as, “The Nutcracker” at the San Jose performing arts and “A Christmas Carol” at San Jose Repertory Theater. The ice rink is open daily from 5-9pm on weeknights and 11 am to midnight on weekends except Sundays.</p> <p> Admission prices:</p> <p>Children 10- younger $13,</p> <p>11-older $15.</p> <p> The admission price includes ice skating time and also the rental skates.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> </article> <article> <h1>Healthy Cooking - Spice up your Edamame Salad</h1> <p>Thu, 10 Nov 2011 15:59:00 GMT</p> <p><a href="vegitable-of-the-week/edamame/">Edamame</a> is perhaps my most favorite snack to cook. It’s so good for you and you can dress it up a million different ways. Here is a quick recipe to spice up your Edamame. This is a great snack for kids, and a great trick for entertaining you guests.</p> <p align="center"> <a href="vegitable-of-the-week/edamame/" title=""Edamame" "></a></p> <p>I generally use the Edamame from <a href="http://www.iateapie.net/reviews/archives/2009/03/trader_joes_fro.php">Trader Joes</a>, because it’s fast and easy. But you can use any brand. In a wok or a non-stick fry pan heat up 3 tablespoons of sesame oil on medium to high heat. Add the Edamame and toss several times to coat evenly. I let the Edamame sear for a solid 3-5 minutes, tossing frequently, so that a nice crust begins to form. Add garlic, ponzu, black & white sesame seeds, shiso powder, and seaweed (optimal). Once the Edamame has been coated evenly pour into a serving dish and sprinkle with kosher or sea salt. *Tip- some of the ingredients will stick to the sided of your wok simply, use a plastic spatchula to remove excess num-nums and add them to your serving dish. Also, you can spice up this great dish by adding sriracha, wasabi, spicy yellow mustard, or your favorite peppers or hot sauces just make sure you let people know!</p> <p> </p> <p>Serve with wasabi, sriracha, soy sauce. Your guests will not hate this. I promise.</p> </article> <article> <h1>The Sharks Need to K.I.S.S.</h1> <p>Wed, 09 Nov 2011 16:38:00 GMT</p> <p><a href="http://christopherdemarti.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/keep-it-simple-stupid-3.jpg">Keep it simple, stupid</a>. The Sharks should have that mounted above everyone’s lockers inside the San Jose Arena because every player should be reminded of that daily. After watching the home games against The Penguins and The Predators, and comparing them to their latest road trip, its like watching a different team when the Sharks are at home. They also seem to not play with any sense of urgency until they go down by a few goals. It’s like they’re a high schooler procrastinating their 10-page term paper until the night before and then staying up all night to write it. Sometimes it gets done (<a href="http://sharks.nhl.com/club/recap.htm?id=2011020177&navid=DL%7CSJS%7Chome">like Pittsburgh</a>) and sometimes it fails (<a href="http://sharks.nhl.com/club/recap.htm?id=2011020068">like Anaheim</a>). It's annoying and it needs to stop in order for them to be an elite team that will win a cup soon.</p> <p> </p> <p></p> <p> </p> <p>The San Jose Sharks have the problem of having great and talented players on their team yet, no one player that will step up and take command. I have seen countless chances on goal wasted because of one too many passes or one too many dekes. Instead of being the man, it’s like they pass it off to be nice or to spread the love. Just score, dammit. Someone be the selfish one and bury the puck into the net. I know it is easier said than done but this is getting out of hand lately at home games. We need some goals and we need them before going down in the game.</p> <p> </p> <p></p> <p> </p> <p>One thing that Todd McLellan did that I was yelling for after the first period of the Pittsburgh game was change up the line combos (maybe he heard me?). The top two lines were clearly not into the game but the third and fourth lines were actually getting pressure in the Pittsburgh zone with turnovers and puck possession. Moving Jamie McGinn up to the top line when he got the tying goal was great to see and I was happy he got that goal after the hard work he put in all game long. Hard work will beat skill 95% of the time and the top two lines better wake up to that. <a href="http://blogs.mercurynews.com/sharks/2011/11/04/flu-bug-hits-pavelski-the-upcoming-goalie-decision-and-more-on-thorntons-woolly-mammoth-tusk/">Looking at these lines of practice from Friday</a> makes me happy since there is a hard working player on every line.</p> <p>The Sharks top guys need to put in more work and pass less to start their scoring prowess once again. I still firmly believe that Joe Thornton can be a 100+ point player like <a href="http://www.nhl.com/ice/player.htm?id=8466138&view=stats">when we first got him in 2006</a> and Marleau could be a 40 goal scorer on his wing. Pavelski is already on his way to a 96 point season if he keeps his pace up (doubtful though). All the potential of these guys kill me as a fan.</p> <p> </p> <p></p> <p> </p> <p>There is nothing more frustrating than watching someone play that has all the potential in the world to be great but only to wastes it away due to lack of hard work. I hope the San Jose Sharks realize their potential this year and makes something of it. I see it already on the third and fourth lines and that gives me hope. I know it is only <a href="http://hockey-fan.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/brent-burns-movember-wild.jpg">November</a>, but setting a tone early in the season will only help habits later and in playoffs. And by <a href="http://www.nhl.com/ice/standings.htm?season=20112012&type=CON">looking at how Detroit is doing</a> scares me as that could be the Sharks in a few years….</p> <p> </p> </article> <article> <h1>Upcoming events at the San Pedro Sqaure Market</h1> <p>Tue, 08 Nov 2011 15:59:00 GMT</p> <p>The San Pedro Square Market has started November out with a bang. Last night the <a href="http://arclightrep.org/" title="Arclight Theater of San Jose" target="_blank">Arclight Theater of San Jose</a>, collaborating with New York’s Tectonic Theatre Company, debuted a play titled "Standing on Ceremony: The Gay Marriage Plays". It was a smashing success. Half of the proceeds were donated to the Billy DeFrank LGBTQ Community Center to support their education and outreach efforts. There was also a great crowd at the <a href="http://www.sanpedrosquaremarket.com/san-jose-restaurants-the-market-bar/" title="San Pedro Square Market Bar" target="_blank">San Pedro Square Market Bar</a> cheering on the San Jose Sharks as they defeated the Los Angeles Kings 4-2 .</p> <p> </p> <p>Calling all ladies! Wednesday November 9<sup>th,</sup> Kinzie Balfour, the author of <a href="http://events.sfgate.com/san-jose-ca/events/show/222295285-ladiesnight-book-signing-with-kinzie-balfour-and-friends" title="Strike Two, a steamy little romance novel" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Strike Two, a steamy little romance novel</span></a>, will be at the San Pedro Square Market for a book signing. Come down, bring your girlfriends, and “chick chat” over our custom cocktail called Romance Beckons, specially created for this event. The party starts at 7pm. Come dressed in whatever you like, but Kinzie will be going all out, so feel free to rock your highest heels and slinkiest dress. Why not? It’s ladies night!</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>Interested in learning the art of <a href="http://www.sanpedrosquaremarket.com/san-jose-events/tamalemaking101/" title="Tamale making" target="_blank">Tamale making</a>? Well, San Pedro Square Market is the place to be. We will be hosting a hands-on Tamale Making Workshop Saturday November 12<sup>th</sup> and Saturday the 19<sup>th</sup>, both from 12pm-4pm, in the <a href="http://www.sanpedrosquaremarket.com/San-Jose-Commercial-Real-Estate-for-Lease/" title="Perrazo Building" target="_blank">Perrazo Building</a>, located at <a href="http://www.sanpedrosquaremarket.com/directions-to-the-market/" title="170 W. Saint John Street." target="_blank">170 W. Saint John Street.</a> The cover is $65, which includes chefs demo, hands-on workshop, recipe book and a delicious tamale dinner. This is perfect skill to have for the upcoming holiday season to share with family and friends. For more information call Casa Q: (408) 280-1065</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>Come dig into San Jose’s history at the heart of the San Pedro Square Market’s <a href="http://www.sanpedrosquaremarket.com/Pearlta-Adobe-and-Fallon-House/" title="Peralta Adobe." target="_blank">Peralta Adobe.</a> Archeology students from Stanford University will be leading a mock archaeological dig for kids. If your are an aspiring archaeologist, eager to learn about San Jose’s history or just want to get your hands dirty, come Sunday, November 13<sup>th</sup> from 12pm-4pm, admission is free!</p> <p> </p> <p>We are thrilled to have <a href="http://www.sanpedrosquaremarket.com/events-in-san-jose/peter-yarrow/" title="Peter Yarrow" target="_blank">Peter Yarrow</a> from Peter, Paul and Mary, here, at the San Pedro Square Market for a mini concert and book signing. <a href="http://www.sanpedrosquaremarket.com/san-jose-restaurants/" title="Grab a bite to eat" target="_blank">Grab a bite to eat</a>, enjoy live music, and come meet this legendary artist on Tuesday, November 15<sup>th</sup> from 7pm-9pm. Free validated parking across the street will be available.</p> <p> </p> <p>Celebrate “San Jose’s Birthday” on November 20<sup>th</sup> from 12pm-4pm hosted by <a href="http://www.sanpedrosquaremarket.com/history-san-jose/" title="History San Jose" target="_blank">History San Jose</a>, where they will have music and cake to celebrate the founding of the Pueblo.</p> <p> </p> <p>There will be many more exciting upcoming events, <a href="http://www.sanpedrosquaremarket.com/join-our-mailing-list/" title="join our mailing list" target="_blank">join our mailing list</a> and let us keep you updated on everything happening at the San Pedro Square Market.</p> <p> </p> </article> <article> <h1>Last minute Halloween ideas for kids, teens, and adults.</h1> <p>Wed, 26 Oct 2011 22:36:00 GMT</p> <h3><span style="color: #000000;">Halloween is almost here! If your anything like me your probably scrambling around looking for last minute costume ideas. In an effort to take a little pressure off of you here is quick list of Halloween costumes for kids, teens, and adults. Good luck and Happy Halloween.</span></h3> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><br /></span></p> <h3>Top 10 costumes for Kids</h3> <ol start="1"> <li>Transformers Bumblebee</li> <li>Jack Sparrow </li> <li>Video game characters- Mario & Luigi, sonic and yoshi</li> <li>Harry Potter characters</li> <li>Disney Princess- Repunzal, Tiana, Tinkerbell</li> <li>Monster High</li> <li>Smurfs</li> <li>Twister</li> <li>Classic characters- strawberry shortcake, hello kitty.</li> <li> Light up Costumes</li> </ol> <p> </p> <h3>Top 10 costumes for Teens</h3> <ol start="1"> <li>Amy Winehouse Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Nicki Minaj,</li> <li>Classic characters- strawberry shortcake, hello kitty,</li> <li>Glee characters- cheerleader, sue, Rachel, warbler</li> <li>Alice in Wonderland Characters- Alice, Mad Hatter, Queen of Hearts.</li> <li>South park characters</li> <li>Pirates of the Caribbean character- Jack, Angelica, etc</li> <li>Vampires</li> <li>Green lantern and other superheroes</li> <li>Muppets characters</li> <li> Groups- Wizard of Oz, Alice in Wonderland, Star Wars.</li> </ol> <p> </p> <h3>Top 10 costumes for Adults</h3> <ol start="1"> <li>Angry Birds</li> <li>Animals- cat, dog, etc</li> <li>Three musketeers</li> <li>Nightmare before Christmas</li> <li>Zombies, Vampires, and werewolves</li> <li>Kids cartoon characters</li> <li>Couples- Lucy & Ricky, Jack & Angelica, Olive & Popye, etc</li> <li>Groups- jersey shore, superheroes, animated games, and shows</li> <li>TV show characters- doctors, nurse, CSI detective, etc</li> <li> Historical icon- Cleopatra, Caesar, queens, king, etc</li> </ol> <p> </p> </article> <article> <h1>Heathly Week Night Dinners: Slow Cooked Greek Chicken over Brown Rice</h1> <p>Fri, 21 Oct 2011 21:52:00 GMT</p> <p>Lets face its tough to cook during the week, let alone cook healthy. Throw in school, soccer practice, clubs and of course work, its not easy to keep coming up with new recipe's. Here is a quick, easy recipe that takes no time to make and saves you time on the clean up.</p> <p>Crock pot recipe's have saved me and my family hours of preparation and clean up. We prep everything the night before and store the crock pot in the fridge. In the morning we take it out and set it on low and by the time we come home we have a nutritious dinner waiting for us. The first recipe is slow cooked Greek chicken and brown rice. I usually buy the brown rice from Trader Joe's, it heats up in 5 minutes. It's a healthy alternative to white rice and your kids won't know the difference.</p> <p>Instructions:</p> <p>From your local grocery store purchase an 8 pack of chicken. (We but thighs and wings, but feel free to use your favorite cuts). Clean and wash the chicken throughly making sure to trim any excess fat. Pat dry with a paper towel. Next take your crock pot bowl and add the chicken, fresh garlic is always best but garlic powder will suffice, thyme, rosemary, freshly ground black pepper, and lemon. Mix the herbs and spices with about 3-5 Tablespoons of E.V.O.O (Extra Virgin Olive Oil) then add 1/4 -1/2 can of chicken broth. Mix up throughly and let sit over night. Before you leave for work, set the crock pot to low and let is simmer all day 6-8 hours. You can cook it in 4 hours if you leave it on high. That's it. Your ready for a great family dinner. </p> <p></p> <p> </p> <p></p> <p> </p> <p></p> <p>Ingredients:</p> <p><b>Ingredients:</b></p> <p>1 Lemon, Juiced<br /> 4 Garlic Cloves, Minced<br /> ¼ - ½ Cup Olive Oil based on your portion size<br /> ¼ - ½ Cup Chicken Broth<br /> 1 tsp Thyme<br /> 1 tsp Rosemary<br /> 1/4 tsp freshly cracked Black Pepper<br /> 1 Whole Chicken, Broken into it's Respective Pieces</p> <p>Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 4 to 6 hours.</p> <p>Serve over brown rice and sauce from the slow cooker spooned desired portion and if you like, a little feta.</p> </article> <article> <h1>New San Jose Sharks Fans and Hockey Etiquette</h1> <p>Thu, 20 Oct 2011 15:57:00 GMT</p> <p align="center">Guest Post By Aaron Sholl</p> <p>The San Jose Sharks season has finally begun and I got to go to my first game this past Monday night against the Ducks. Although the Sharks didn’t win the game nor play well throughout it, the fans were a pretty raucous bunch – more so than normal. Part of it could be because the Sharks haven’t won since their season opener, but another part of it could be the new fans the Sharks and NHL have attracted this year.</p> <p></p> <p>With the <a href="http://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/wizards/nba-lockout-david-stern-cancels-first-two-weeks-of-regular-season/2011/10/10/gIQAOl0RbL_story.html">NBA in the beginning of their lockout</a> and baseball wrapping up, the NHL is getting a lot more popular with the casual sports fan as it is that missing sports void in between Sundays. The NHL has the largest die-hard fans but lacks the popularity from bandwagoners. I think most of those people stick to the NBA as their third sport and the NBA is taking its fans for granted with the lockout (remember, I am talking casual NBA fans, not the die-hards). Don’t be surprised if the NHL becomes the number 3 sport in the US in place of the NBA by next season since most of those bandwagoners are moving on.</p> <p>Coming back to the Sharks, these new fans need some lessons on how to watch hockey while at the San Jose Arena. Consider this the hockey etiquette rules for fans:</p> <p><b>1. This isn’t baseball so stay in your seat and wait until a stoppage before getting up.</b> This could be my favorite thing to yell out when people are nonchalantly getting to their seats during play. Hockey is a sport that is played whistle to whistle. Football is too, but in hockey the whistles are fewer and farther between. Stay in your seat because getting up blocks the view of every row behind you and a lot can happen in those 30 seconds it takes for you to read your ticket correctly.</p> <p><b>2. Lean back in your seat.</b> Same concept as the first one except this is where you are actually sitting in your seat. Due to the architecture of the seats (at least in the upper deck) being so steep in the San Jose Arena, leaning forward will block everyone’s view behind you. Instead of leaning forward to see a play, move side to side through the holes of people in front of you.</p> <p><b>3. Ask questions and be social around you.</b> Hockey fans and players are often the best in all of sports. I love when people ask me questions on what happened, what the whistle was blown for or what penalty was called and why. Don’t be shy; get engaged in the game and those around you!</p> <p><b>4. Stay until the end no matter what.</b> In hockey, 2.5 seconds is long enough to score a goal off of a faceoff with room to spare. And no, it isn’t like the NBA where the last 30 seconds takes 20 minutes either. Watch this clip of Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals tie up the game and tell me your stomach wasn’t in knots in anticipation.</p> <p></p> <p><b>5. Enjoy yourself and be respectful. </b>Remember that there are families with kids at the game so keep the profanity down a couple notches. Be creative and humorous with your heckling but also respectful of those around you. Also, if you get asked or yelled at from the person behind you to sit down or lean back, don’t stand up and faceoff with them ready to fight (yes, I have witnessed this too many times not to add that in here).</p> <p></p> <p>There you have it, the five basic rules to live by when going to a Sharks game for your first time. I am sure you could think of more to add to this list, so feel free to put them in the comments. The NHL is growing so for all you hockey veterans, expect to have newbies going to games for their first time all year. Hockey is generally a game that new fans fall in love with after attending a live game. Welcome anyone new and answer any questions they might have. For all you new fans of the game going to the Shark Tank this year – have fun and don’t say I didn’t warn you about the etiquette.</p> </article> </main></body></html>