Patterson at Google; McDonalds' New Look

MOUNTAIN VIEW—Coi chef Daniel Patterson continued his cookbook tour at Google HQ, where he talked about California cuisine, experimental dishes, the backlash against tasting menus and much, much more. Here's the full hour-long video. [~ EN ~]

MISSION—Has the reclaimed wood trend officially jumped the shark? The McDonalds location at 24th and Mission is getting in on the game with a spiffy new wood exterior and loungey interior revamp aimed at fitting in with a quickly gentrifying neighborhood. [Mission Local]

BURLINGAME—Pizzeria Delfina opened the doors to their new Peninsula location this week, paving the way for an upcoming Palo Alto spinoff. Look for a rotating menu of pies, antipasti and entrees served in the large new space, plus Italian ice cream made in-house. [Inside Scoop]

MISSION—Chinese spot Big Lantern finally got the spotlight last night as hungry diners searched for a Christmas night dinner option. Holiday orphans and non-celebrants crowded the street in front of the restaurant to celebrate a traditional December 25th chow mein meal. [Uptown Almanac]