Grilled whole rock cod, roasted hen of the woods mushrooms, potatoes, sorrel sauce. Photo: Rasami Ruangsri.
Dear Inga Now Open in the Former Farina, Featuring Eastern European-Inspired Dishes
As soon as you walk into Dear Inga, you’re greeted with the light smell of smoky goodness, giving you a hint of what’s on chef David Golovin’s Eastern European-inspired menu (bring on the smoked fish and New York strip). I...
The new bar at Aziza. Instagram photo via @mourad_lahlou.
Aziza Now Reopening on Monday October 21st in the Outer Richmond
In a surprise turnaround, Mourad Lahlou is going to reopen his beloved Aziza in the Outer Richmond, after closing it back in 2016 for a remodel. Aziza originally opened in 2001, an homage to Lahlou’s mother, and was the first...
The stylish, new Fort Point Valencia taproom. Photo: Sarah Chorey.
Fort Point Beer Opens a Spiffy New Taproom on Valencia
Last Friday, I attended a preview of the new Fort Point Beer Company taproom, Fort Point Valencia, and it’s quite a looker (and taster). You won’t recognize the former St. James Brasserie space—Fort Point Beer Company’s creative director, Dina Dobkin,...
The Greenwich’s tuna sashimi salad. Photo via Instagram: @thegreenwichsf.
Openings Include The Greenwich, Family Cafe, Konomama, Sunset Cantina
Big Night Restaurant Group has finished their transformation of Cow Marlowe into The Greenwich, now offering a “Hamptons-in-the-Marina” style and a lighter menu from chef Jennifer Puccio as well (check it out here). Open for happy hour 4:30pm-6pm and 10pm...
Dosa on Valencia. Photo via Dosa’s Facebook.
Closures Include Dosa on Valencia, Miller's East Coast Deli, Hooker's Sweet Treats, Castagna, Rosamunde on Haight
It was a shocker to learn that after 15 years on Valencia, DOSA on Valencia was closing (the last day of service was September 30th). Co-owner Anjan Mitra attributes the closure to the oft-cited issues of rising rent, labor costs,...
(Sponsored Event): Discover and Taste Over 100 Teas at the SF Tea Festival (Oct. 19th-20th)
Photo by Ariel Yue.
Want to learn more about tea? Already an expert and want to meet fellow tea lovers and talk to the people behind the brands? Savor and discover hundreds of different teas on Saturday October 19th and Sunday October 20th at...
(Sponsored Event): Get Your Ticket to Pinots & Plaid Luxury Wine Tasting, Sat 10/26!
NEWS FLASH: Celebrity Chef Ryan Scott Partners with Pinots & Plaid! This coming Saturday October 26th, Pinots & Plaid will feature 25 leading pinot noir producers from Northern California. When you’ve got world-class wines, you need world-class food—that’s why we’re thrilled that...
October Food Events and Happenings
Feasting at CUESA’s Sunday Supper in the Ferry Building’s Grand Hall. Photo © Drew Altizer Photography.
Loosen that waistband, you have some amazing food events to attend! Continuing this week at China Live is Culinary Flavors of Taiwan, with daily tastings, demonstrations, limited edition menu items, and specialty cocktails. Try unique ingredients like dragonfruit noodles, black...
(Sponsored Event): Wharf Fest Returns Oct. 19 with Famous Chowder Competition and Live Music
On Saturday October 19th, 10 beloved Fisherman’s Wharf restaurants will battle for the coveted honor of Best Chowder at Fisherman’s Wharf at Wharf Fest. (Fog Harbor took the title last year.) Beer and wine tastings are also offered. The competition...
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