the dynamic Smuin style. Through Dec. 28, Smuin presents Uncorked, “The Christmas Ballet,” an enchanting holiday celebration set to carols, the songs of Elvis Presley and everything in between. No matter what the season, tickets to Smuin Ballet make a magical GUIDE Holiday PRESEASON gift sure to please dance connoisseurs and new fans alike. Stanford Live, Stanford University, 650/724- BING, live.stanford.edu. Stanford Live presents a diverse array of music, dance and multimedia events on the Stanford University campus. Highlights of this well-regarded arts organization’s 2014-15 season—its third in the new, stateof the-art Bing Concert Hall—range from solo appearances by the piano virtuoso Lang Lang, singer-songwriter Emmylou Harris, nine-time Grammy-winner Sheryl Crow and mezzo-soprano Susan Graham to performances by the United Kingdom’s puppetry theater group Blind Summit and a new music-theater work called “The Demo,” which explores the dawn of the digital age. Make someone’s holiday special with the gift of tickets to one or more of these exciting performances. Parties and Catering Le Papillon. 410 Saratoga Ave., San Jose, CA. 408/296-3730. www.lepapillon.com. Le Papillon catering brings Silicon Valley’s finest restaurant to your next special event. The area’s culinary leader for more than 30 years, Le Papillon has consistently been highly rated in the Bay Area by Zagat Survey. The restaurant has perfected a culinary approach that is very much of the moment: Portions are sensible, dishes are colorful and architectural, and the season’s best ingredients are always treated with care and respect. Executive Chef Scott Cooper specializes in customizing the cuisine to meet your specific needs, creating visually stunning food that takes center stage at all your special events and gatherings. Schurra’s Fine Confections. 840 The Alameda, San Jose, 408/289-1562, www.schurrasfineconfections. com. There’s nothing that says “Christmas” like chocolate, and San Jose’s hometown candy store has plenty of the sweet treats to go around. For 100 years, the purveyor of fine confections has made delicious handmade chocolates using only high quality ingredients and flavors. Many of the recipes still used today were created by the company’s founders and include classic favorites such as boxed creams and chews and holiday-themed truffle pops. For the holidays, the scrumptious-smelling shop has oodles of offerings like Santas, snowmen and sleighs made from milk, dark and white chocolate, as well as holiday-themed gift baskets and their newest delight, sea salt caramels. Visit the historic store for a memorable holiday treat. Great Getaways Aston Lakeland Village Resort. 3535 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA. 800/822-5969. www.lakeland-village.com. Escape the hustle and bustle of the holiday season with accommodations that are truly elevating. Lakeland Village is Tahoe’s premier condominium resort, featuring hotel amenities. Choices range from studios to five-bedroom townhomes, all with fireplaces and kitchens, with a complimentary deluxe continental breakfast offered daily throughout the ski season. The resort is nestled on 19 acres of serene lakeside grounds surrounded by the rustic beauty of the Sierras. It is just one mile from the Heavenly Mountain Resort Ski Area and all the action of the South Shore casinos. Lakeland’s free private shuttles make getting around easy. Or you can stay put, and enjoy the resort’s outdoor heated pool, hot tubs, sauna and fitness room. Costanoa Lodge and Camp. 2001 Rossi Road, Pescadero, CA. 650/879-1100. www.costanoa. com. The tranquil surroundings of Costanoa Lodge and Camp make for a calming getaway, a welcome pre- or post-holiday treat. Situated on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, just off scenic Highway 1, Costanoa is surrounded by endless acres of undisturbed wilderness, rolling coastal hills and secluded beaches. Guests have a variety of greencertified accommodations, starting with the luxury of the camp’s expansive lodge and including more rustic but comfortable options with Douglas fir cabins and cozy tent bungalows. After a day of hiking, mountain biking or kayaking, enjoy a relaxing massage at the on-site spa then recharge with a dish of California coastal cuisine at the Cascade Bar & Grill. Special weekend packages for both couples and families are offered. 88 South Bay Accent
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