• Dining & Food

    Japanese Dining in Milpitas

    Japanese dining is renowned for its emphasis on quality, presentation, and tradition. Here are some key features that define the Japanese dining experience: 1. **Seasonality**: Japanese cuisine places a strong emphasis on using seasonal ingredients. Dishes are often designed to highlight the flavors and textures of ingredients that are at their peak during a particular season. 2. **Presentation**: The visual presentation of food is incredibly important in Japanese dining. Meals are often arranged to be aesthetically pleasing, with attention to color, balance, and arrangement. This is sometimes referred to as “eating with the eyes.” 3. **Variety and Balance**: A traditional Japanese meal typically includes a variety of dishes to ensure…

  • High Tech

    Wi-Fi – Wireless Internet Access Points

    Free Wi-Fi

    According to Yelp, these are the best spots for free public wi-fi in Milpitas, CA. Most are restaurants, where you would be expected to order, but the public library is in the list, too. Welcome to the GoMilpitas High-Tech Wi-Fi page! While we focus on providing insights into Wi-Fi technology and services in the Milpitas area, we also want to highlight some of the best local spots where you can enjoy reliable internet access. Whether you’re working remotely, studying, or simply browsing, check out top-rated restaurants with great Wi-Fi for a productive meal or cozy cafes perfect for getting online. Don’t forget to visit the Milpitas Library, a fantastic place…

  • History

    Indigenous People (Ohlone Indians) of Silicon Valley

    Ohlone Indigenous people

    History of the Ohlone Indians, the indigenous people who inhabited the south San Francisco Bay region of California. Bloody Island Massacre To this day, the US Army, State of California, or County of Lake, have made no attempt to apologize for nearly annihilating the innocent Pomo people of Bodanapotti. California Powwow Calendar Check here for powwows of indigenous people being held in California. California Cultures: Native Americans At the time of Spanish colonization in the late 1700s, California was home to more than 300,000 indigenous people in more than 200 tribes. Their centuries-old way of life was brought to an end relatively quickly: native Californians soon established regular trading relationships with…

  • History

    Computer History

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    Apple II History This project began as a description of how the Apple II evolved into a IIGS, and some of the standards that emerged along the way. It has grown into a history of Apple Computer, with an emphasis on the place of the Apple II in that history. By Steven Weyhrich. Atari Games Museum The following pictures were taken in May of 2003, when Midway decided to close their Milpitas facility. The Milpitas facility was the old ‘Atari Games’ building. I was able to get some pictures, before everything was moved out of the building. Chief Yahoos:David Filo and Jerry Yang This interview was done over two meetings…

  • Arts & Entertainment

    Radio Stations to Listen Live Online

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    Most, but not all of these radio stations can be picked up in Milpitas, but several stations have been added for your online listening enjoyment that can only otherwise be picked up in nearby counties. Still, these are all northern California radio stations. First radio station link usually goes straight to their streaming service; second to the station’s home page. Most stations can also play through your Echo (Alexa). Just say “Alexa, play ….” and say the call letters of the radio station. If there is no comment that the station will work with Alexa, then it doesn’t work when I set up this page. I have not tested with…

  • Animals & Pets

    Wildlife of Silicon Valley

    Wild animals of Silicon Valley

    Many wild animals make their home in the hillsides of Milpitas, and sometimes make their way into back yards. We often see raccoons, gray squirrels, bats, garter snakes, opossums, skunks, and roof rats. Animals in Your Home or Business If a wild animal or injured bird is in your yard, here is what to do: In San Jose, Milpitas, Los Gatos, Cupertino, or Saratoga: Call: San Jose Animal Care and Services at (408)794-7297. They will transport the animal to WCSV- it is not safe for you to handle or transport. AAA Creature Catchers If you need a professional wildlife trapper in San Jose, CA call 408-338-0560. Our range extends from…

  • High Tech

    Internet Access in Milpitas

    Internet Service

    Find an internet service provider or website designer. Visit companies making Internet appliances & software. Advice DSL Reports – Speed Test This is the page that the DSL support people at SBC use to test internet download and upload speeds. It is heavily used, so be patient. Internet Service Providers in Milpitas, CA The average download speed in Milpitas is 40.48 Mbps. This is 34.5% faster than the average in California and 13.0% faster than the national average. There are 23 internet providers in Milpitas with 8 of those offering residential service. Milpitas is the 42nd most connected city in California ahead of Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, and San Jose, but…

  • Dining & Food

    Korean BBQ Dining in Milpitas

    Dining and Food ~ Restaurants in Milpitas ~ Asian Pacific Dining Korean BBQ restaurants offer in-table grills for cooking your meats to the doneness you prefer, and dip in a tasty sauce. Korean BBQ dining is a unique and interactive culinary experience that has gained popularity worldwide. Here are some key features that make Korean BBQ dining special: 1. **Tabletop Grilling**: One of the most distinctive features of Korean BBQ is that the grilling is done right at your table. Each table is equipped with a built-in grill, allowing diners to cook their own meat to their preferred level of doneness. 2. **Variety of Meats**: Korean BBQ offers a wide…

  • Dining & Food

    Asian Pacific Dining in Milpitas

    Chinese food restaurants in Milpitas

    Chinese, Filipino, Hawaiian, Japanese, Korean, Malaysian, Thai, and Vietnamese Restaurants – with reviews. Milpitas has the largest selection of Asian restaurants outside of San Francisco, and all have free parking. Chinese – Taiwanese – Shanghainese – Hunan Beer Bear Grill Pan stickers, salted duck. duck vermicelli soup, teppanyaki 402 Barber Ln. 408-577-1922 Chef P’s Yelp. “The shrimp in the walnut shrimp and vegetable shrimp are cooked to perfection. I really love the egg rolls, too, and the house chow mien.” 1535 Landess Ave. Ste 162 408-586-8389 China Palace Restaurant Yelp. Open until 3am. This is kind of a hole in the wall place. It’s great if your looking for some authentic…

  • About Milpitas

    Guides to Silicon Valley Civic Networks

    Before Google Local, small cities relied on such guides to Silicon Valley and else where. The project was called civic networking, and GoMilpitas was one of these very early civic network sites. Many civic networks still exist, each giving a unique view of their local scene in a way Google cannot. Civic Networks: Building Community on the Net By Scott London About Civic Networking Zeise’s site is a one-woman operation that’s truly a grass-roots effort. Zeise, who believes a community guide can’t be done properly unless its creator lives in the town it covers, attends Chamber of Commerce meetings and watches city council meetings on television. by Deborah Kong, Mercury…