Exploring the San Francisco Peninsula

On this episode of the California Now Podcast, host Josh Meyers explores San Mateo County, aka the San Francisco Peninsula, with two local experts.

He starts off the episode chatting with Nick Calderon, director of Parks and Recreation for San Mateo County. Calderon shares recommendations for the area’s vast outdoor offerings. “You can start your morning on a remarkable run or bike ride along the bay and end your night sitting on the beach in Half Moon Bay or in the mid-coast area having some food or a drink.” From camping in San Mateo to hiking in Half Moon Bay and surfing Mavericks in Pacifica, Calderon shares some of his favorite, low-key spots for outside fun. 

Next up, Meyers dives into the peninsula’s food scene with SFGate food editor Jessica Yadegaran. “I would travel down Highway 1 and make my way to a cultural landmark, an institution…that is the most beautiful Taco Bell in the world.” From Pescadero to Woodside, Yadegaran plans a food lover’s three-day weekend through the peninsula, suggesting breweries, historic taverns, and one-of-a-kind eateries—plus memorable stops and excursions to enjoy between meals.  

GUESTS

Nick Calderon, director of San Mateo County Parks and Recreation
Jessica Yadegaran, food editor at SFGate

RESOURCES

Nick Calderon is the director of Parks and Recreation in San Mateo County.

San Mateo County
Santa Cruz Mountains
San Francisco Peninsula
San Francisco
Mount Diablo
San Francisco Bay Trail
Huddart Park
Wunderlich Park
Devil’s Slide Trail
Pillar Point Bluff
Fitzgerald Marine Reserve
Half Moon Bay
Mavericks Surfing
Silicon Valley
Coyote Point
San Mateo
Redwood City
Burlingame
San Bruno Mountain
Pescadero Creek County Park
McNee Ranch
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
Golden Gate National Recreation Area
Quarry Park
Flood Park
Memorial Park
Costanoa 
Big Basin Redwoods State Park
Washington Park
Red Morton Park
Central Park
San Bruno
Pacifica
Harley Farms 
Pescadero
Princeton-by-the-Sea
Half Moon Bay Brewing Company
Don Horsley County Park at Tunitas Creek Beach
Tunitas Creek Beach

Jessica Yadegaran is the food editor at SFGate. She has been covering the Bay Area food and dining scene for more than 15 years.

Humble Sea Brewing Co.
Rosalind Bakery
Most Beautiful Taco Bell
El Granada
Breakwater Barbecue
Dad’s Luncheonette
Barbara’s Fishtrap
Wavecrest Preserve Cypress Trees
Duarte’s Tavern
Arcangeli Grocery Co.
Mercado & Taqueria De Amigos
Woodside
The Little Store
Filoli Estate and Gardens
The Mountain House

ABOUT THE HOST

Josh Meyers is a comedian, actor, and new host of the California Now Podcast. He also co-hosts the podcast Family Trips with the Meyers Brothers.

OUR TEAM

Host and Executive Producer, Josh Meyers
Editorial Director, Jené Shaw
Producer, Kate Eplboim
Technical Producer, Jessica Marshall
Theme music, Staffan Carlén