I’ve been in the Bay Area for the past 5 years, and prior to that I moved here from India when I was two, …
I’ve been in the Bay Area for the past 5 years, and prior to that I moved here from India when I was two, so in sum I’ve lived here a little over 9 years (yes I’m counting childhood because I claim to be precocious). I’m not too savvy when it comes to SF, because lets face it I love the warmth and sunshine of the peninsula, and I don’t plan to leave anytime soon. Being dubbed as one of the most energetic and extroverted engineers you’ll meet I’ve managed to explore a lot in along the Bay. Here are some “scenes” to check out for all your newbies:
Startup Scene
For gals who want to learn more about startups and tech: Women 2.0
For gal and guy coders who want a place to work: Hacker Dojo
If you want to be a 408/650 coder try these out: Ruby Meetup, SDForum, Google Tech Users Group
Entrepreneurs who can’t get enough caffeine: Dana Street Roasting Company & Red Rock (Mountain View), Coupa Cafe (Palo Alto)
Entrepreneur networking: SVASE
Learn about Startups & Emerging Technology: Stanford VLAB
Yoga/Sports Scene
I love Bikram and this is my favorite studio in the Bay Area: Bikram Yoga San Jose
Competitive Skiing/Snowboarding: Snow Drifters
Food Scene
My favorite Italiano – Gambardella’s
My favorite India – The Mynt
My favorite Mexican – Fiesta Del Mar Too
My favorite Sushi – Joy
Cafe Scene
My favorite espresso bar – Caffe del Doge
All around cafe – Cafe Barrone
All around cafe – Los Gatos Roasting Company
Chocolate Scene
Chocolate tours and tasting – Charles Chocolates
Wine Scene
Wine & Jazz Bar – A Perfect Finish
Cozy Wine Bar – Wine Room
Beach Scene
Santa Cruz is fun, but Capitola is nicer.
Meeting Nice People Scene
Rose & Crown (Tuesday is trivia night)
Adventure Scene
If you want to fly: Trapezing
If you want to jump: Trampoline Dodgeball
Relaxation Scene
Music Scene
Music in the Park (summertime only)
