A California cuisine restaurant with mediterranean leaning.

Amara

Amara is where the Mediterranean comes to play!<br /><br />A sun-soaked garden, bold flavors, and a vibe that pulls you in and keeps you there. By day, it’s the place for long, lazy brunches and families sharing plates in the shade. By night, the energy shifts, cocktails flow, music hums, and the garden feels like a secret you’re lucky to know.<br /><br />Every dish is crafted from peak-season ingredients, inspired by coastlines and cultures where life moves a little slower and tastes a little better. One visit won’t be enough and that’s exactly how we like it.<br /><br />Our Philosophy<br /><br />Food &amp; Drink<br /><br />At Amara, the food and drink share the same philosophy start with the best ingredients and let them shine.  We work with local farms and the weekly farmers market to source peak-season produce, ensuring every plate is as fresh, vibrant, and nourishing as it is delicious. Cocktails follow the same principle, mixed with market-fresh herbs, citrus, and spices into creations that feel inventive yet effortless. It’s quality without pretension, made for people who truly care about what’s on their plate and in their glass.<br /><br />Space<br /><br />Amara is designed to transport a sunlit garden, airy interiors, and cozy corners are perfect for lingering. Inspired by the Mediterranean’s rugged coastlines and warm hospitality, our space blends natural textures, lush greenery, and flowing water to create an atmosphere that feels both polished and inviting. It’s where you can sink in, slow down, and feel like you’ve stepped into another world.<br /><br />Events at Amara<br /><br />From long, lazy brunches to lively Thursday DJ nights, Amara offers experiences as dynamic as its setting. Our garden and private spaces host everything from intimate celebrations to corporate gatherings, while seasonal events like Diwali dinners or chef’s table tastings make every visit feel unique. Whether you’re here for a glass of wine at golden hour or a full evening under the stars, there’s always something to draw you back. Check Happenings to see current 

San Mateo County

Bay Area

Belmont

California

Amara is where the Mediterranean comes to play! A sun-soaked garden, bold flavors, and a vibe that pulls you in and keeps you there. By day, it’s...

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New York County

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New York City Metropolitan Area

Upper East Side

New York

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Samaritan House

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Albert Gregory

San Mateo

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Santa Clara County

Campbell

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Burlingame-Hillsborough

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<p>SAN MATEO COUNTY, CA — The San Mateo County Coroner's Office sends death notices weekly. We've aggregated below the names and hometowns of individuals who are residents of this county, and passed between Jan. 5 and Jan. 11, including 21 residents.</p> <p>The names account for those who were reported deceased to the coroner's office — typically those who died in San Mateo County at a hospital, nursing home or residence. They do not include hospice patients.</p> <p>If you would like to post an obituary for a loved one on Patch, <a target="_blank" class="c-link" data-stringify-link="https://patch.com/info/posting-instructions" delay="150" data-sk="tooltip_parent" href="https://patch.com/info/posting-instructions" rel="noopener noreferrer">please see instructions here</a>.</p> <p>---------</p> <h3>January 5:</h3> <p>Oscar Arturo Campos, 77, Palomar Park<br />Edward Robert Escobar, 88, Belmont<br />Michael Carl Loveseth, 78, Millbrae</p> <p>-------------</p> <h3>January 6:</h3> <p>Norma Carr Ruffino, 93, San Mateo<br /></p> <p>-------------</p> <h3>January 7:</h3> <p>Ben Suey Lee, 66, Burlingame<br />David Mulcahy, 57, San Mateo<br />Renee Riser, 72, (Unknown hometown)<br />Allen Piccolotti, 77, Pacifica <br />Michael Joseph Cagle, 64, San Carlos</p> <p>-------------</p> <h3>January 8:</h3> <p>Thomas Elliott, 68, Burlingame<br />Joan Brodenlos, 96, Hillsborough<br />John Albert Wells Jr., 81, Redwood City<br /></p> <p>-------------</p> <h3></h3> <h3>January 9:</h3> <p>Beverly Mortiz Clark, 87, Hillsborough<br />Colin Eames Macy, 77, Redwood City<br />Ciaran Anthony O'Reilly, 58, San Mateo<br />Hugo Gonzalez, 92 (Unknown hometown)<br />Milton Wong, 77 (Unknown hometown)</p> <p>-------------</p> <h3></h3> <h3>January 10:</h3> <p>Dajun Wu, 97, Redwood City<br />Deborah Elizabeth Powers, 73, East Palo Alto<br />Nicole hawkins, 54, Burlingame <br /><br />-------------</p> <h3></h3> <h3>January 11:</h3> <p>Robert Langhans, 96, San Mateo<br /></p>

<p>SAN MATEO COUNTY, CA — The San Mateo County Coroner's Office sends death notices weekly. We've aggregated below the names and hometowns of individuals who are residents of this county, and passed between Jan. 5 and Jan. 11, including 21 residents.</p> <p>The names account for those who were reported deceased to the coroner's office — typically those who died in San Mateo County at a hospital, nursing home or residence. They do not include hospice patients.</p> <p>If you would like to post an obituary for a loved one on Patch, <a target="_blank" class="c-link" data-stringify-link="https://patch.com/info/posting-instructions" delay="150" data-sk="tooltip_parent" href="https://patch.com/info/posting-instructions" rel="noopener noreferrer">please see instructions here</a>.</p> <p>---------</p> <h3>January 5:</h3> <p>Oscar Arturo Campos, 77, Palomar Park<br />Edward Robert Escobar, 88, Belmont<br />Michael Carl Loveseth, 78, Millbrae</p> <p>-------------</p> <h3>January 6:</h3> <p>Norma Carr Ruffino, 93, San Mateo<br /></p> <p>-------------</p> <h3>January 7:</h3> <p>Ben Suey Lee, 66, Burlingame<br />David Mulcahy, 57, San Mateo<br />Renee Riser, 72, (Unknown hometown)<br />Allen Piccolotti, 77, Pacifica <br />Michael Joseph Cagle, 64, San Carlos</p> <p>-------------</p> <h3>January 8:</h3> <p>Thomas Elliott, 68, Burlingame<br />Joan Brodenlos, 96, Hillsborough<br />John Albert Wells Jr., 81, Redwood City<br /></p> <p>-------------</p> <h3></h3> <h3>January 9:</h3> <p>Beverly Mortiz Clark, 87, Hillsborough<br />Colin Eames Macy, 77, Redwood City<br />Ciaran Anthony O'Reilly, 58, San Mateo<br />Hugo Gonzalez, 92 (Unknown hometown)<br />Milton Wong, 77 (Unknown hometown)</p> <p>-------------</p> <h3></h3> <h3>January 10:</h3> <p>Dajun Wu, 97, Redwood City<br />Deborah Elizabeth Powers, 73, East Palo Alto<br />Nicole hawkins, 54, Burlingame <br /><br />-------------</p> <h3></h3> <h3>January 11:</h3> <p>Robert Langhans, 96, San Mateo<br /></p> <p></p>

3 Burlingame, 2 Hillsborough Residents Among...

The following are names of those recorded deceased in San Mateo County from January 5 to January 11, 2026.

3 Burlingame, 2 Hillsborough Residents Among SMC Death Notices