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    Deer Hollow Farm

    4.0 (1 review)
    Open 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Cupertino McClellan Ranch Preserve

    Cupertino McClellan Ranch Preserve

    4.5
    (37 reviews)
    2.1 mi

    We stumbled upon this place while driving thru Cupertino. Cant believe it existed! We were able to…read morestop at the nature center and look at some critters up close. While walking around the park, we saw deer! And love the walk near the creek. Would coke back again!

    Definitely come on a Saturday at 11 AM - 3 PM, that is when their Environmental Education Center is…read moreopen! We came on the evening on a Friday, which is perfect for just talking a nice stroll or hike around, but after seeing that they had a bearded dragon (Matilda) and a chuckwalla (Chuck), I knew I had to come back again to meet them. Parking is free and love the wildlife that is around here. Not just the butterflies that I've seen fluttering about but also the coyote that trotted across the lot to cross the street. This is also a great location to find activities to do with the family or with the community. They have a 4 H Club, a community garden that you can sign up for, an entire calendar of events for the month, a Blacksmithing workshop/demonstration, and much more. We were limited on time and didn't get to see the historical buildings or the restored structures, nor was the Blacksmith Shop open, but for our next visit, I'll be sure to check them out. Outside you can meet the alpaca that they have hanging out (freshly shaved for the summer, so it was funny to see the little tufts of hair that they had on their head) and some of their goats too. Now to the highlight of my visit, the Environmental Education Center. Obviously this is meant for kids and families, but I had a great time meeting their animal ambassadors (I didn't ask for them to be taken out, but I'm sure there are events and moments for that) and learning more about them. The staff there are very friendly, welcoming, and informative. It makes me happy to know that the ambassadors that I inquired about were rescues and they have a second chance at life and in educating the community. My favs were obviously Matilda and Chuck, but there are also various snakes, turtles, a toad, fish, tarantulas, and stick bugs. The center also has books, opportunities for hands on observations and journaling for kids, puppets and educational toys and exhibits, and much more. Definitely will come back!

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    Turtle Chips in nature? Yes, please.
    Turtle Chips in nature? Yes, please.
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    Ohlone Day

    Ohlone Day

    4.5
    (2 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    Once a year, the non-profit organization Friends of Deer Hollow Farm holds an Ohlone Day fair,…read morewhere participants can learn about the culture of the Ohlone Native Americans, the Bay Area's first inhabitants who lived here for 10,000 years. Ohlone Day is held on the third Saturday of every October. Admission is $5 per person and free for children younger than 1 year old. Proceeds help pay for upkeep of the Deer Hollow Farm. The fair is held at the Ohlone Village near the Deer Hollow Farm in Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve. The fair today was from 1-4pm, and it took us 2 hours to see mostly everything. Here are the various fun and educational activities you'll find at Ohlone Day: Fire Starting demonstration: A guide picked a volunteer to use a wood and rope tool to make fire. Flint Knapping: Crafts made from obsidian and tule on display. Tool Making: A guide explained in much detail how to make arrows and bows. Sweathouse: This aint no sauna. A guide explained how hunters camped in a hut filled with smoke to mask their scent before a hunt. Archery demonstration: Done twice by the guy who did the fire starting demonstration. He picked a volunteer to help shoot a couple arrows at a target 10 yards away. Cooking: Learn some Ohlone recipes! Face Painting: You may not look Ohlone, but you can get your face painted like one. Hoop & Spear Game: Simulates hunting game with a spear. Throw a spear throw a hoop rolled across the ground. Harder than it sounds. Games of Chance: Ohlone gambling games! Acorn Grinding: Learn about one of the staples of the Ohlone diet. Rope Making: Pick up a useful skill. You never know when you'll be in the wilderness and need to tie somebody up. Shell Drilling: Use a wood and rope tool to drill a hole in a seashell, commonly used as ornaments the Ohlones would wear. Dancing: Learn how to drop it like an Ohlone! Each station was staffed with a friendly and knowledgeable guide. The fair got crowded, so it was hard to get into some of the stations at certain times. We just had to walk around and find what was available. This place is great for families. All of the kids I saw seemed to be having a good time. Just make sure to eat lunch beforehand, since this fair is run by a small group of volunteers and all they can provide is snacks at a snack station. Nobody's going to go butchering the cow at the farm next door to make you a steak.

    Ohlone Day 2014 will be held tomorrow, Oct 11 at Deer Hollow Farm's replica Ohlone Village from…read morenoon to 3 pm. This is a once-a-year opportunity for the family to tour a replica Native American Village and learn about the daily life of the Ohlone who lived in the Bay Area for thousands of years. The village is normally only open to 3rd and 4th grade field trips. Hands-on activities include Acorn Grinding, Rope making, Shell Drilling, Music, Hoop and Spear Game, and Face-Painting. Demos include: Fire Starting, Flint Knapping, Tool Making, Sweathouse, Archery, and Cooking. Entry is $7. Kids under 1 are free. Great family activity. All proceeds of this living history benefit the farm.

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    Rope making
    Drilling holes in ornamental shells
    Drilling holes in ornamental shells
    Baskets used for trapping game, and various items

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    Baskets used for trapping game, and various items
    Tal Palo

    Tal Palo

    4.3
    (84 reviews)
    3.4 mi

    I was intrigued by Tal Palo after reading about it on a couple food sites. It was an…read moreunconventional restaurant concept that had me very curious. So a few days after returning from an overseas trip, I made a lunch reservation with a friend. Apparently, reservations are required if you want a proper meal experience. At $35 per person for lunch, including tip but excluding drinks and additions, it still seemed like good value. Finding parking during lunch time in downtown Los Altos was surprisingly difficult. There were no spots available on the Main Street, so I had to park in the lot behind the buildings. As I walked inside, I admired the high ceilings, curved alcoves and glass-enclosed dining room by the entrance. The entire space seemed to be illuminated by a central skylight. Aaron is a co-owner of Tal Palo along with his partner, Chef Adriana. He greeted and complimented me on my Mikkeller Taipei t-shirt. Aaron told us he was once the co-owner of an Oakland bar specializing in Belgian ale called The Trappist and subsequently knew Mikkel's brother, Jeppe, who founded Evil Twin Brewery quite well. It was cool to meet a fellow artist and Renaissance man. Fittingly, the beautiful space was largely designed by Aaron. We had our choice of seating. It didn't seem as if there were any two tables and chairs that were alike. Each part of the dining room was unique. There's a really nice patio in the back with a cool huge mural on the wall that is undoubtedly popular during warmer months. We chose a nice broad two top table near the entrance, lit brightly by the skylight above it. Chef Adriana introduced herself and brought by what was essentially an elote muffin, and offered it as an optional appetizer. We took her up on it. It was delicious and buttery with the texture of corn kernels, not simply pureed into a batter. I also ordered a Cafe de Olla, which was pleasantly sweet and blended with cinnamon and spices. She then brought a plate with skillfully prepared green salad. It was then clear that each dish was meant to be shared family-style. The portion-size of each dish is about the size of an individual portion, but there were three dishes included in the lunch course. I could see how this might be an issue for those who eat larger portions, leaving them unsatisfied. Me and my friend don't generally eat a ton, so this was perfectly fine for us. Next up was the highlight of the meal, Chilaquiles Verde. The egg was perfectly fried atop tortilla chips that still had a bit of crispness to them. The tomatillo salsa was a perfect balance of flavor, tanginess, spice and temperature. It was a superb dish that outpaces any chilaquiles that I've been able to find locally, and I've certainly been trying out many for the past six months in search of the best one. I think Chef Adriana's version at Tal Palo may be the winner. There was one more interesting dish remaining: fried quesadillas served with a creamy red beet mole sauce. The quesadillas were light and fluffy, made from masa rather than flour. The beet mole sauce had pine nuts and sesame seeds and several other ingredients blended into it. Very unique and creative rendition unlike any mole I had ever tried. The overall experience at Tal Palo was very unique. There is no set menu, and you are served whatever Chef Adriana has prepared that day. So one needs to approach this restaurant with an open mind and leave preconceptions at the door. As I mentioned earlier, the shared portions might not be enough for people with a higher caloric intake. If these are showstoppers, this is probably not the right place for you. I personally really enjoyed the concept and experience. I look forward to trying their dinner course and going to their workshops for things like making tamales.

    I've had the pleasure of dining at Tal Palo a handful of times, and each visit has been excellent…read more The food is incredible, the space warm and inviting, the service consistently on point. The communal setup encourages conversation among diners, creating a welcoming atmosphere that turns strangers into dinner companions. It's a family-owned and operated restaurant that makes you feel like part of the family. Their ever changing menu is always delicious and regular pop-up dinners showcase both emerging and established chefs while bringing cuisines to the neighborhood that aren't otherwise available. I can't recommend Tal Palo enough.

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    Front of Tal Palo
    Front of Tal Palo
    Quesadilla w/ cheese & cactus filling ($15, rating: 2/5)
    Quesadilla w/ cheese & cactus filling ($15, rating: 2/5)
    Chilaquiles ($20, rating: 3/5 due to overpriced)

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    Chilaquiles ($20, rating: 3/5 due to overpriced)

    Deer Hollow Farm - farms - Updated June 2026

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