What’s the “secret sauce” that makes the South Bay so special? The quirks and curiosities that add character to a valley already full of interesting characters? This region is rife with hidden personality—places and experiences that might go unnoticed even by seasoned locals. Cases in point: 25 fascinating sights, sounds and tastes—little known or hidden from view—that add distinctive appeal to our unique neighborhoods. How many do you recognize? October/November 2014 57 1 singular shopping green design showroom • 134 1 the Alameda, San Jo se Inside this living greenhouse, an eye-popping array of Asian art from five countries shares space with indoor plantscapes featuring orchids, ferns and an amazing philodendron wall. Beyond displays of tropical flora, bronze singing bowls from Tibet, stone Buddhas from Bali and water puppets from Vietnam, you might suddenly find the ceiling height has soared, and you’re in a lush, jungle temple garden. Listen closely, and one of the pet African Grey parrots might say hello. 2 out and ab out Hidden Villa • 26870 Moody Road, Los Altos Hills Up in the hills, at the end of a winding lane sits 1,600 acres of open space property, home to a host of farm animals, an organic garden and lovely hiking trails. Frank and Josephine Duveneck bought the land in 1924, building the first hostel on the Pacific Coast and running the first multiracial summer camp in 1945. Today, people come to visit the animals and take part in tours, classes, camps and special programs. from top: jud javier; courtesy of hiden vila. oposite page: shuterstock
South Bay Accent - Oct/Nov 2014
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