Exploring SF Bay Area & Beyond

$13 lunch specials at @eatdrinkeureka ! This lunch special deal is one of the best we’ve seen for a while! Choose from their tacos, a burger, fish and chips, poke bowl, sandwich, or a salad. Available at all locations from open till 3pm! 📍Multiple Bay Area locations: Cupertino Santa Clara Mountain View Berkeley

Have your checked out @sandboxvr yet? This virtual reality experience uses state-of-the-art VR gear to bring you into a virtual reality experiences like no other. We checked out the newest experience: Age of Dinosaurs which is perfect for all ages. Other exclusive experiences include Stranger Things: Catalyst and Squid Game Virtuals in collaboration with Netflix, and the Sandbox VR original Deadwood series. 📍Sandbox VR @westfieldvf

@Meloslivermore is a family owned restaurant that treats you like family! We always feel so warm and welcomed when dining in and love their pizza and pasta selections. This Livermore location has been open for 18 years and is the perfect place to bring the family where they give pizza dough for the kids to play with and also offer a delicious kids menu as well as a bag of candy on their dessert menu! Their pizza has won best pizza in the Bay Area with their menu always reinventing and coming up with new specials and flavors. We love that they have give back to the community and have raised over $30,000 for the schools in fundraising last year alone. They offer catering and online order, but a dine in experience is always a good time. 📍Melo’s Pizza & Pasta Livermore 4433 First St, Livermore, CA 94551

Fresh udon and seafood bowls! @yaichi_restaurant checks all the boxes for a classic Japanese shop serving simple, fresh, delicious food. The Seafood bowls (kaisendon) are topped with fresh seafood such as Hokkaido scallops and Uni. Their udon is handcrafted and made in house with both cold and hot (soup) options available. You can taste the high quality of their ingredients and thoughtfulness put into each aspect of your dining experience such as their house made soy sauce. 📍YAICHI Japanese restaurant 668 Barber Ln, Milpitas, CA 95035

@sdzsafaripark ’s Elephant Valley is now open! Get a close up view of these gorgeous creatures as they also take a peek at you! Prepare to spend a full day at this unique park which spans over 1,800 acres. We loved the African Tram experience as well as the Walkabout Australia area. So many beautiful and special animals to watch and learn about! 📍San Diego Zoo Safari Park 15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido, CA 92027

Celebrate Mothers Day at @verymulberry organic upick this weekend! There’s nothing quite like fresh picked fruit from the tree! This family friendly activity is perfect for a day outdoors enjoying the sunshine and relaxing under the trees. Buy your tickets on their website and be sure to bring a hat and water. 📍Very Mulberry U-Pick 501 Hoffman Ln, Brentwood, CA 94513 #VeryMulberry #UPickMulberries

🇯🇵 If you’re planning a Japan trip, put this brand-new spot on your list! Opened in April of this year, @esleadhotel Namba East is one of the few places where you can experience a total MUJI-designed stay complete with apartment style conveniences like a washer, dryer and kitchen. These rooms offer a minimalist atmosphere with everything from the furniture and amenities to the pjs curated by MUJI. Located in the heart of Namba and Nipponbashi, It’s the ultimate home base for families and groups in Osaka. @esleadhotel has 10+ other properties in Center of Osaka for all of your travel needs. 5% OFF via the official website with code: BAY555 🕒 FREE Late Check-out (until 11:00): Write “BAY555 / Late Check-out” in the booking comments to save 2,000 JPY!

🍊✨ If you’re looking for a fresh take on treats, look no further than @orangeelaichi . They are redefining the bakery scene with their incredible plant-forward baked items, infused with vibrant South Asian flavors. Their picture-perfect Bundt cakes are a total standout, and the Mango Lassi cake is a hands-down favorite—perfectly capturing that nostalgic, creamy tropical flavor in a modern bake. Where to catch them this weekend: 📍 San Mateo Farmers Market (Saturday) 📍 De Anza College Farmers Market (Sunday) 🌸 Mother’s Day Alert: Their stunning Mother’s Day Tart Boxes are officially up for preorder! Can’t make it to the market? You can browse their full collection and order online directly through her shop. — **GIVEAWAY CLOSED** @awktopussi You are the winner for this giveaway! Please dm us your name, email and the name/description of the giveaway you are claiming within 24 hrs to receive your prize! GIVEAWAY:$50 credit to @orangeelaichi ’s Farmers Market shop. 1. LIKE and SAVE 2. Follow @orangeelaichi and @bayarea_buzz 3. Tag friends below. One hashtag per comment, please. More friends tagged = more entries! Ends 5/13/26 at 8pm *Share to stories and tag us for bonus points! *Winner will ONLY be announced in the comments and caption on this account *This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Instagram. Prize to be fulfilled by @orangeelaichi .

🦐🌮 Is this San Jose’s best kept secret? If you haven’t been to @mrshrimpsj yet, you’re missing out! They’re serving up vibrant Aguachile, Ceviche, Tacos and more! Everything is incredibly fresh and hits that perfect citrus-and-spice balance. The Must-Orders: crispy Empanadas, Grilled Shrimp, and our favorite, the Tuna Tostada. Grab a seat on the outdoor patio and dive in! 📍802 N 13th St, San Jose, CA 95112 (permanently food truck location) — **GIVEAWAY CLOSED** @cookie.bastos You are the winner for this giveaway! Please dm us your name, email and the name/description of the giveaway you are claiming within 24 hrs to receive your prize! GIVEAWAY: $100 credit to @mrshrimpsj 1. LIKE and SAVE 2. Follow @mrshrimpsj and @bayarea_buzz 3. Tag friends below. One hashtag per comment, please. More friends tagged = more entries! Ends 5/12/26 at 8pm *Share to stories and tag us for bonus points! *Winner will ONLY be announced in the comments and caption on this account *This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Instagram. Prize to be fulfilled by @mrshrimpsj .

🍒Organic Cherry Picking at @dwelleyfamilyfarms is currently open! We always look forward to cherry picking season since it’s hard to beat the taste of tree ripen cherries and the fun of upick with family and friends. Cherries are going quick and different varieties ripen throughout the season so be sure to check their account for which varieties are available and for opening days and times. • Organic cherries – $5.50 per pound • No picnics allowed on the property • No climbing trees for your safety • Please check their social media channels for the most up-to-date information on opening status and cherry availability *They will be open next weekend for picking Champagne Coral cherries! 📍Dwelley Organic U-pick Cherries 1454 Walnut Blvd, Brentwood, CA 94513

DISCOUNT CODE BELOW! We had an amazing stay in Pacific Beach- San Diego at @oceanparkinnsd ! The only thing between you and the ocean is a sidewalk and bike path! They have bright, comfortable rooms with balconies facing the ocean as well as complimentary breakfast every morning. The location can’t be beat with easy ocean access as well as many restaurants and shops all within walking distance. They have an Activity Hub on site with bike rentals, beach gear rentals like beach chairs and umbrellas, as well as sand toys for kids to play with. Use Discount Code: BUZZ for 20% off your next stay! 📍Ocean Park Inn 710 Grand Ave, San Diego, CA 92109

Fresh, modern Baja style cuisine for your next trip to @visitsandiego ! @pueblo_pb is located in the Pacific Beach area of San Diego with a rooftop, courtyard, and big open seating area and bar perfect for all party sizes. They have a large menu of traditional Mexican flavors with a modern twist all made with local ingredients. The perfect spot to enjoy the ocean breeze and delicious food! 📍877 Hornblend St, San Diego, CA 92109