Argentinian pastry fans will soon have another place to convene following the grand opening of Lolita Bakery Café on El Camino Real in San Mateo Dec. 18.

San Mateo County Supervisor David Canepa on Tuesday announced plans to form a retail theft task force to address the well-publicized problem, calling for more rigorous action — including changes ...

San Mateo-based maker Edwina Ferro talks about the vintage salvaged fabrics she uses to make handmade bags. Video by Magali Gauthier. “I have a fun archive of finds organized by weight and pattern.