Cover: The Edible Lover
Nothing goes together better than the distinctive physical pleasures of food and sex.

News: Nüz
Downtown street performers resist the call of San Jose.

Lip Service: When is a kiss just a kiss?

This Bud's For You: The Flower Man reveals his secrets.

Bruce Bratton: Del Mar news; this week's movies.

Steal This Bike: A bike messenger faces trouble in 'Beijing Bicycle.'

Bouncing Czechs: 'Dark Blue World' is three movies in one--unfortunately, only one of them works.

A Head Talks: Rock wizard David Byrne finally makes sense.

His Own Private Idaho: Jeff Martin states his case on near-solo Idaho album 'Levitate.'

Cartoon Japan: The comprehensive 'Anime Encyclopedia' sifts the good from the stupid.

The Main Attraction: Moderate prices and a casual atmosphere make Michael's on Main a hit in Soquel.