A rainy night like this is made for a hot home-cooked meal and a good read. And if you’re looking for a new recipe or book to dig into over the holidays, you’ve come to the right newsletter.
Redwood City psychologist Ellen Kirschman has worked as a modeling school teacher, a probation officer, a police psychologist and now an author. A little over a decade ago, she began writing the Dot Meyerhoff mystery series about a sleuthing police psychologist. Ellen just released her fifth book in the series, “Call Me Carmela,” in which Dot seeks to help a young woman find her birth parents after she discovers that she’s adopted.
Los Altos resident Karen Nelson’s debut novel “The Sunken Town” also explores the theme of adoption, as the main character Lindsay, a Palo Alto jewelry designer and private art collection manager, learns that her birth mother has died and left her a farmhouse on the other side of the country. Secrets unravel as the story is told from Lindsay and her mother’s perspectives. Read about these Peninsula authors and the real life experiences that have inspired their writing before you pick up their books.
And Peninsula chefs share their favorite recipes to make over the holidays. From a snackable salted pecan-toffee crunch to a tandoori roast turkey recipe, spice up your holiday meal plan with recipes from chefs behind Protégé, Impasto and more local eateries.
Turning the page,
Julia Brown
Six Fifty Editor
editor@thesixfifty.com
Chef-owners of Protégé, Rasa, iTalico and more share their favorite holiday recipes
This time of year, we tend to crave comfort food and festive treats. We checked in with several local foodies and chefs to find out a few of their favorite recipes for the holidays and cold weather.
Los Altos author’s debut novel dives into family secrets
Local author Karen Nelson’s debut novel, “The Sunken Town,” published Dec. 6, is an intriguing thriller that’s also an exploration of family dynamics and identity.
A psychologist turned crime-solver gets a new case in Redwood City author’s mystery series
The latest book in author Ellen Kirschman’s series about a sleuthing police psychologist was released on Nov. 26.
Congrats to Justin Carr of Pacifica, who was the first reader to correctly identify where last week’s photo was taken (it’s the Burlingame Caltrain station!).
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Holiday Breadmaking Class: Dec. 13 Devil’s Canyon Brewing Company hosts a class on making artisan bread, customized with holiday flavors.
Meow Meow Feline Festive Holiday: Dec. 13 Music and theater diva Meow Meow returns to Stanford for a holiday performance.
Peninsula Women’s Chorus: Dec. 13-14 “Cultivating Hope” is the title of Peninsula Women’s Chorus’ winter concert, featuring a selection of international holiday songs.
Winter Art Faire: Dec. 14-15 Art Guild of Pacifica offers original art, crafts and other handmade goods for sale.
Elvin Bishop’s Big Fun Trio: Dec. 20 Blues-rock icon Elvin Bishop brings his Big Fun Trio (including guitarist/pianist Bob Welsh and percussionist/vocalist Willy Jordan) to Club Fox for an intimate concert.
European Christmas Party: Dec. 21 A buffet dinner, live music and refreshments are on the menu at Alhambra Irish House’s holiday event.
It’s A Wonderful Life: Dec. 24 Stanford Theatre’s annual Christmas Eve tradition returns with two screenings of the beloved film.
Plan Ahead
Grapes and Giggles: Dec. 27 Looking for laughs? Domenico Winery hosts stand-up comedians every month, including this holiday season show.
Anastasia: Through Dec. 29 Hillbarn Theatre presents the sweeping musical (based on the animated film) about a young woman who may be long-lost Russian royalty.
Noon Year’s Eve Celebration: Dec. 31 Families can count down to the new year at a kid-friendly hour with Hiller Aviation Museum’s “Noon Year’s Eve” event.
DIY Chinese New Year Couplet Workshop: Jan. 5 Learn the basics of Chinese calligraphy and create couplets for Lunar New Year under the guidance of calligraphy artist Jojo Liu.
Holidays at Filoli: Through Jan. 12 The historic estate is all aglow for the holiday season, featuring dazzling displays and some special events and experiences.
Yan Can Cook Live: Jan. 14 Beloved chef Martin Yan demonstrates how to cook dishes from his two new cookbooks followed by a meet-and-greet and book signing.
IlluminOdyssey: Through Jan. 26 CuriOdyssey hosts an immersive winter display inspired by the science of light.
Just for the Record: Through March 2 The Museum of American Heritage’s current exhibition showcases vintage record players and phonographs.
Take a trip down San Carlos’ Christmas Tree Lane for one of the best holiday light displays on the Peninsula
Photographer Devin Roberts captures the tradition that has Eucalyptus Avenue aglow all December long.
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