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Articles by Patricia Reardon

Pat enjoys experiencing the latest in food, wine and the arts. When not eating, drinking and watching she and her husband Barry travel whenever possible. She loves her garden, photography and pets Rocky and Muffin. Pat and Barry are passionate Sharks fans. They are busy planning the completion of their vacation home in Loreto, Casa de los Gallos.

Loreto Live Blog
A gourmet feast in Loreto A gourmet feast in Loreto

Several years ago during a wine tasting tour of Tuscany and Umbria we bought an incredible bottle of Amarone. We have saved it over the years for a very special occasion.  When we bought our Casa in Loreto ...

Theater and Arts
Shel Silverstein Lights up the Dragon Theatre
by Patricia Reardon, 01.26.10 | Comment
Shel Silverstein Lights up the Dragon Theatre

“Listen to the mustn’ts, child. Listen to the don’ts. Listen to the shouldn’ts, the impossibles, the won’ts. Listen to the never haves, then listen close to me… Anything can happen, child. Anything can be.”  – Shel Silverstein

And, ...

Pat on Theater
‘Daddy Long Legs’ warms the heart
by Patricia Reardon, 01.25.10 | Comment
‘Daddy Long Legs’ warms the heart

Jean Webster’s charming 1912 novel Daddy Long Legs is the inspiration for TheatreWorks newest production. This delightful world premiere romantic musical is a feast for the spirit.

Webster’s classic novel tells the story of Jerusha Abbott, a talented orphan ...

Ho Ho Ho and a Bottle of Rum
Theater review: ‘The Seafarer’ at San Jose Stage Company
by Patricia Reardon, 11.23.09 | Comment
Theater review: ‘The Seafarer’ at San Jose Stage Company

What could possibly happen to 4 boozy buddies who meet on Christmas Eve for a congenial round of poker?

Probably nothing eventful.

Unless the devil stops in for a drink and asks to be dealt into the game. Conor McPherson’s ...

Post WWII Jazz
Theater review: Side Man, singing the Blues at the Dragon Theatre
by Patricia Reardon, 11.15.09 | Comment
Theater review: Side Man, singing the Blues at the Dragon Theatre

Sideman: A sideman is a professional musician who is hired to perform or record with a group of which he is not a regular member. Sidemen are generally required to be ...

Culinary Adventures
Julie, Julia and Pat Julie, Julia and Pat

The BOOK arrived at the beginning of the month for my birthday. Barry lovingly bought it for me after I told him that it was the only thing I wanted. I think he was thrilled and ...

Colors of Mexico
The Spirit of Mexico… The Art of Grace
by Patricia Reardon, 10.22.09 | Comment
The Spirit of Mexico… The Art of Grace

Inspired by the colors and passion of Mexico, artist and neighbor Grace Stratos has transformed her vision into masterful works of art that remind us of the magic of everyday life in Mexico.

Bay Area Theater
Theater Review: ‘Tommy’, an energetic evening with the pinball wizard
by Patricia Reardon, 07.19.09 | Comment
Theater Review: ‘Tommy’, an energetic evening with the pinball wizard

Saturday night, the City Lights Theater Company launched its production of Peter Townshend’s classic rock musical The Who’s Tommy.

This late 60s epic album was originally brought to the stage in the early 90s. It has enjoyed ...