Nick’s Next Door owner and chef Nick Difu has been passionate about cooking since he was a young boy watching his grandmother prepare Italian delicacies. Once a year, Difu shares that passion with youngsters from EMQ FamiliesFirst by inviting between 30 and 35 kids and their families to his restaurant for a three- or four-course dinner. San Jose Mercury News article.

The Impact of Environmental Wellness
The Wellness Wheel is a widely recognized model that illustrates how different areas of life contribute to overall well-being. It encourages a holistic view of health, emphasizing balance across multiple dimensions rather than focusing on just one aspect. There are eight core elements of the modern Wellness Wheel: physical, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, social, environmental, financial and occupational wellness. Each month, we will explore a different element and its importance.


