Loni Stark
Loni Stark is an artist at Atelier Stark, self-professed foodie, and adventure travel seeker who has a lifelong passion for technology’s impact on business and creativity. She collaborates with Clinton Stark on video projects for Atelier Stark Films. It’s been said her laugh can be heard from San Jose all the way up to the Golden Gate Bridge. She makes no claims to super powers, although sushi is definitely her Kryptonite.
Theater Review: Alfaro unleashes the full poignancy of ‘Oedipus el Rey’ at Magic’s World Premiere
Sophocles' Greek tragic tale of Oedipus, a man who dared believe he could steer his own fate against the curses of the Gods, has seeped into many literary works since it was first performed c. 429 BC. The timeless themes of fate and love are constructed in such a...
Super Bowl Party Appetizers: The action that happens off screen with great friends and good food
At any Super Bowl party, you know that only half the action happens on screen.
Rainbow spotting on a day of scattered showers in the SF Bay Area
Just caught this photo of the rainbow that appeared in the preserve behind our home in San Jose. Pretty incredible.
“Cozy hugs on a winter evening” Roasted Winter Squash Soup recipe
Inspired by a Wolfgang Puck recipe, Susan O—'s "Cozy hugs on a winter evening" Roasted Winter Squash Soup recipe was the highlight of a meal I savored at Chez Susan's a couple of weeks back.
In the cold and wet winter months here in the Bay Area, I can't think...
Super Bowl touchdown pairing idea: Wine and soup (with recipes)
With Super Bowl just a few days away, it's time to start thinking about food and drink. Not just the Doritos and beer kind, but interesting combinations, and recipes that will keep the entire party entertained. One of my favorite meals during the rainy, winter months is soup. There's...
Coupa Café , Palo Alto: A shot of espresso and venture vibe
Just as I was heading to Lucy Stern Theatre for an afternoon of Palo Alto Players' 'Rabbit Hole', I suddenly had a desire for a hot latte to chase away some of the grey skies and drizzle that had decided to make itself comfortable in the Bay Area. After...
Artist Diaries: Bringing the foreground into focus and a foreboding conclusion
In class this past week, I finally moved onto my second pass of the foreground which includes the fountain and the dining area in bright blue. Up until now, these areas were just blocked in as part of the first pass to cover the entire canvas with paint.
I am...
Hanaichi Sushi Bar, Brisbane Australia: Wide eyes and a ravenous appetite
I find you can enhance the flavor of raw fish by adding texture (fish eggs, rice, cabbage) and enhancing the fattiness of the fish (mayo, avocado).
Cirque du Soleil OVO: Raising the big top
The blue and yellow structure costs about $1.6M to construct and is produced in Bordeaux, France.
Solar Update: January 2010, Michael Pollan visits San Jose
January in the Bay Area had its share of rain. In fact, during the end of one week when it rained non-stop, I could hear plenty of grumbles wherever I went. Yes, we are spoiled in the Bay Area—complaining about rain while the rest of the country shovels snow.
I...
