If the thought of a foamy, fluffy, matcha-infused tea treat topped with boba pearls gets your mouth watering, you’ll want to find your way to Maruwu Seicha, a new Japanese-based cafe in the heart of Downtown Palo Alto. Get the scoop on their gelato from the Weekly.
In case you missed it, Tuesday is the deadline to vote and make your voice heard in this election. Still staring at your ballot and a pile of political mail? The Mountain View Voice has a guidebook to help you cut through the noise.
As temperatures soar during sizzling California summers — and a recent autumn heatwave — your home's insulation becomes a crucial component in maintaining comfort and efficiency. In the face of extreme climates, insulation is the unsung hero, defending your right to relaxation.
Your home should be an oasis — a luxurious sanctuary where you can escape relentless sun, frigid cold snaps, and other extreme weather. Proper insulation acts like a practical yet fashionable sun hat for your home, keeping scorching rays at bay during the dog days and trapping heat during frozen winters. Whether sipping iced tea in your designer kitchen or lounging in your elegantly decorated living room, effective insulation ensures that your indoor vibe remains refreshingly chill. And not only does insulation make for a more comfortable living space, it also helps reduce the need for air conditioning, which means lower energy bills and a smaller carbon footprint. It's the ultimate blend of style and sustainability, proving that sometimes you can have your cake and eat it too!
The science of insulation is what makes it so effective. Insulation acts as a thermal barrier, preventing heat and cold from penetrating your home's interior while trapping the hot or cool air generated by your HVAC system. This in turn enhances its efficiency, creating climate consistency throughout the house, and letting Chic sip iced tea in the lap of luxury. And by minimizing the need for continuous air conditioning, proper insulation can create significant savings where we’re all feeling the heat these days: our utility bills. Depending on where you live, you may want to consider reflective insulation, which features a barrier that actually reflects heat away from your home. More than a sun hat, it’s like the shield around the Death Star in Return of the Jedi, repelling the rebel fleet.
Need a wake up for your weekend? The 650 took a quick trip up the Peninsula to find ten local coffee shops that roast their own magical beans for loyal customers.
Got a favorite coffee spot or barista in Silicon Valley? Let us know in the comments!
More than 40 residents in Mountain View, Los Altos, and Los Altos Hills have been hit by scammers masquerading as PG&E bill collectors in 2024 alone. Want to avoid the scam? Knowing the signs is half the battle. The Town Crier has more.
