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Coming Soon: Papi Rico to the Castro, The Cheese School Moving, More

Finn Town’s Rick Hamer and William Vastardis will be opening another restaurant in the Castro in November, PAPI RICO, in the former Dante’s Table. Inspired by Puerto Vallarta, the BAR reports it will be a beachy cantina, featuring Mexican playa and street food, like fish tacos, ceviche, al…

Marcia Gagliardi • Oct 24, 2017

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Closures Include L'Osteria del Forno, 1300 on Fillmore, Craftsman & Wolves Russian Hill, Isobune, and Paragon

Man, there are some unfortunate closures to report, starting with a North Beach classic, L’OSTERIA DEL FORNO, which has cyrptically closed after 27 years in business. Scoop reports there was a sign in the window that stated it was closed for renovations, but it also reportedly said that “they…

Marcia Gagliardi • Oct 24, 2017

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Good News and Nice Things

With all the lousy news these days, let’s highlight a few nice and fun things, starting with this feel-good story in Mission Local about the return of BOOGALOOS after the landlord realized the rent hike that almost squeezed them out of their iconic Valencia location was not a cool…

Marcia Gagliardi • Oct 24, 2017

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Fundraisers for Puerto Rico and North Bay Fire Relief

Hi gang, the world continues to really needs our help. The majority of Puerto Rico remains without power, one month after Hurricane Maria struck (just think how much you lose your mind when the power is out for just a couple of hours). And our dear neighbors up north, man,…

Marcia Gagliardi • Oct 24, 2017

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510 News, from Copper Spoon to New Vietnamese to Charcuterie

There are a bunch of new East Bay openings, starting with COPPER SPOON, which is now open in the former Art’s Crab Shak in Oakland. Chef Andre Hall (previously Acme Chophouse, Bar Tartine, Fifth Floor, and Alexander’s Steakhouse)—who has teamed up with co-owners Vita Simone and Carmen…

Marcia Gagliardi • Oct 24, 2017

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October 24, 2017 - This week's tablehopper: high times.

This week's tablehopper: high times. A very happy ladybug. Photo: © tablehopper.com. Good day, sunshine. I just came back from four days in the rain in Washington state, but it was great to be in fresh air, take in some magnificent fall color, hang with the fam, and…

Marcia Gagliardi • Oct 23, 2017

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This week's tablehopper: high times.

Good day, sunshine. I just came back from four days in the rain in Washington state, but it was great to be in fresh air, take in some magnificent fall color, hang with the fam, and tour my cousin’s impressive cannabis grow in Eastern Washington during harvest. I also…

Marcia Gagliardi • Oct 23, 2017

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James Beard Foundation's Taste America Culinary Tour Visits SF This Friday

The James Beard Foundation is hosting its fifth annual Taste America Tour, making stops in nine other cities around the country between September and November. The SF event is Friday October 27th at the Fairmont San Francisco, with a one-of-a-kind benefit dinner prepared by visiting All-Star Chef and James Beard…

Marcia Gagliardi • Oct 23, 2017

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SF Loves MX a Whole Bunch, Like, SO MUCH

Well, you guys, we did it! Friday night was our SF ❤️ MX fundraiser for Mexico earthquake relief, and it was all hands on deck! Not only did we sell out of tickets (thank you thank you!), but we also surpassed the $10K goal I had flitting around in my mind.…

Marcia Gagliardi • Oct 17, 2017

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When people talk about great food cities, San Francisco rises to the top of the list. Unique Eats & Eateries of San Francisco invites readers to get off the eaten path and discover the stories and histories that simmer behind some of San Francisco’s beloved dishes, historic restaurants, and…

Marcia Gagliardi • Oct 17, 2017