OPENING LINES MORE THA3N 5YEARS From the Editor W 8 South Bay Accent elcome to South Bay Accent’s 36th anniversary issue! Running throughout these pages is our familiar, timehonored recipe for longevity – a compelling mix of material that informs, inspires and entertains, blended with a hefty measure of pure artistry. Sit back and have a taste… Appetites tend to wane in warm weather and light, refreshing foods look mighty enticing. Our feature, “The Light Appetite” by writer Susan Hathaway, is a wonderful roundup of some of the tastiest lighter delights on the menus of 10 top local restaurants. From lemongrass sea bass to an ice cream sandwich made with chocolate brownie cookies, you’ll find there’s no better way to beat the heat than to dive into this tempting array of scrumptious, late summer picks. And as you tuck into the glorious bounty of our region, keep our semiannual Dining Guide with 200 Dining Hot Spots close by. Whatever your budget and food mood, the guide presents tons of delectable choices, from new neighborhood cafés to established, four-star favorites. Great restaurants have always drawn us to lovely Carmel-by-the-Sea, but our feature story, “Coastal Charisma” by writer Kathy Chin Leong, describes a host of other reasons for visiting the fun little coastal village. In fact, we suggest a two-day getaway and offer readers a special itinerary – 48 hours of exploring the back roads and byways leading to all the hidden charms of this former arts colony. Along the lines of true originals, we know you’ll recognize T. J. Rodgers, the subject of our absorbing profile, “Silicon Chips & Sips.” Here, Susan Hathaway shines a spotlight on the legendary tech tycoon-turned-winemaker and the ambitious mission that drives him – a quest to make the best pinot noir in the world. Parents gearing up for back to school, along with anyone interested in the country’s future, won’t want to miss our feature, “Cultivating STEM.” This story by writer Susan Kerr presents a close look at one of the hottest topics in today’s educational circles while exploring what local private schools are doing to bring American students up to speed in science, technology, engineering and math – four subjects of critical importance in today’s competitive, global workforce. The story leads to our semiannual special section, Learning to Excel, a well-regarded guide to the area’s top-rated private schools. As usual, this issue carries all the sought-after standard fare, too: Calendar, with two solid months of nonstop things to do and places to see; Style, an eye-popping fashion statement on the latest looks of the season; and Spotlight, a visual parade of delightfully unique products. So come along with us as we mark yet another year of bringing you everything life has to offer in our vibrant, beautiful, never-a-dull-moment corner of the world! Donna Krey Senior Editor SOUTH BAY ACCENT Founder/Publisher Sherran Lacey Senior Editor Donna Krey Creative Director Greg Silva Production Director Jerome Callens Contributing Editors Stephen Ellison Wendy Dunaway Wall Travel Editor Ludmilla Alexander Calendar Editor Wendy Dunaway Wall Advertising Coordinator Lorraine Gabbert Contributing Writers Susan Hathaway Susan Kerr Kathy Chin Leong Contributing Photographer Teresa Giovanzana Proofreader Anne Gelhaus Advertising Mitch La Crosse Acc ounting Manager Ruchi Gowda Consultant Mary Dorner Subscriber Services Subscription price in U.S.A. and possessions $20.00 (one year/six issues), $36.00 (two years/12 issues), $48.00 (three years/18 issues). Add $20.00 per year for foreign addresses. Single copy price $3.95. Back issues $5.95. Postage and handling $3.00. Advertising and Editorial Off ices 950 S. Bascom Ave., Suite 3110 San Jose, California 95128 408/244-5100 • 408/244-9283 Fax info@southbayaccent.com SOUTH BAY ACCENT, 2014, Volume 37 Number 1, is published by Sherr Publications, Inc., 950 S. Bascom Ave., San Jose, CA 95128. 408/244-5100. Sherran Lacey, President. Entire contents copyright SOUTH BAY ACCENT Magazine 2014©, by Sherr Publications, Inc., all rights reserved. Printed in U.S.A. Nothing may be reproduced in whole or part without written permission from the publisher. The magazine assumes no responsibility for the return of unsolicited manuscripts. OF EDITORIAL EXCELLENCE
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