Find Your Way to San Jose, The Capital of Silicon Valley

San Jose is California’s third largest city (after Los Angeles and San Diego) and is known as the capital of Silicon Valley. Agriculture was once the area’s main economic driver, but today it’s tech companies that dominate the economy. The area’s diverse population leads to a fascinating food scene, which we will explore in our newsletter this month. There’s Little Saigon, where we’re going to send you for bánh mì and coffee, and Japantown, where we suggest a tour of the neighborhood’s Japanese and Hawaiian favorites. You’ll also find Mexican, Ethiopian, Portuguese, and other cuisines that speak to the area’s many immigrant communities. Of course, this is the Bay Area, so we’re also going to visit a winery and get some great cocktails and baked goods.

Join American Weekender in January by becoming a subscriber to the American Weekender newsletter. Paid subscribers receive a free download of our Field Guide to San Jose. Just use the discount codes found at the end of our most recent Weekend Getaway newsletter. This mobile-optimized dining guide includes vetted recommendations organized into daily itineraries. And, as usual, paid newsletter subscribers can also download any additional Field Guides free of charge. We’ll see you in San Jose.