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š Things to do around SJ this weekend (11/22-11/24)
Cozy maker markets, the Tech Interactive, and a spicy Hunan noodle spot
Cindy Liu
November 21, 2024
Welcome back to SJ Weekender. Brrrā¦.itās been a cold week. Since it looks like weāre also in for some rain, I kept the events section light and made sure to include some cozy rainy-day places to go āļø
Hereās your roundup of the best things to do around San Jose this weekendādonāt miss cozy maker markets, the Tech Interactive, and a spicy Hunan noodle spot.
š 3 Weekend Events to Attend
When: Sat. (11/23), 4-9PM
Where: Off the Rails Brewing Co. (111 South Murphy Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94086)
Price: Free admission
Description: A cozy night market featuring 25+ makers and even a hip-hop puppet show by The Mighty Giants. Thereāll be everything from clothes to books and home decor. Swing by the brewery after for some pub grub and craft beer.
When: Sat. (11/23), 10AM-5PM
Where: Paseo de San Antonio (150 South 1st Street, San Jose, CA 95113)
Price: Free admission
Description: A small outdoor pop-up market with local makers and small businesses. Check out vendors like Niaās Desk, Loafly Catfe, The Hungry Sloth, and the free 11AM pinata making workshop at Suenos. Final vendor lineup will depend on the weather. Dog friendly!
š 1 Place to Visit
Where: 201 S. Market St., San Jose, CA 95113
Price: $36+ for adults (buy tickets)
Description: Feeling restless but still want to stay dry this rainy weekend? Check out 100+ tech-themed exhibits and experiences spanning everything from biotechnology to art. Their winter-themed Polar Play Days experience will also start this Saturdayāperfect for a family rainy day activity.
š 1 Restaurant to Try
Where: 1149 Lawrence Expy Sunnyvale, CA 94089
Description: An understated spot for the best spicy Chinese noodle dishes, perfect for a cold rainy dayāitās one of my personal go-to spots! Itās authentic Hunan-level spiciness, so add their spicy oil with lots of caution. Try their special rice noodles with beef bone ($18.74) and rice noodles topped with bu beans & minced pork ($21.24)*.
*Prices based on online sources; might change.
Thanks for reading! If you found these recs helpful, you can buy me a coffee š«¶
See you next week,
Cindy