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A First Look at ICHI Sushi and NI Bar in Bernal

A report by Dana Eastland. We broke the news on tablehopper back in July that Erin and Tim Archuleta of ~ICHI SUSHI~ were opening a second location across the street from ICHI in Bernal. We’ve got an exciting update, plus photos of their new space, which is getting ready…

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What's Next for Café du Nord

Back in November, tablehopper was the first to file on the news that Dylan MacNiven (Woodhouse Fish Co.) was taking over CAFÉ DU NORD and changes were coming—and now, more details have been released. MacNiven’s partner is Enrique Landa, and they are going to partner up with none…

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Tidbits: KitTea Cafe (Meow), San Tung Expands, Urban Putt Update, More

Eater broke the story last week about the amazing KITTEA CAFE coming to San Francisco from locals Courtney Hatt and David Braginsky. The idea came from Japan, where cat cafés are popular, and the idea is to create a space where customers can relax and slow down with tea, while…

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Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes: New Format at AQ, Dinner at Ironside, Capo's No Longer Cash Only

It looks like the team at ~AQ~ has decided to adjust their format. According to an email from the restaurant, they’ll be switching their menu over to a four-course prix-fixe at dinner, with the option of a grand tasting menu as well. The new format will allow the kitchen…

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How to Throw the Tastiest Super Bowl Party Ever

It’s okay, you’re allowed to be a little bummed about the Super Bowl this year. Actually, a lot. But if you are planning to watch on Sunday February 2nd and don’t want to jockey for a bar stool, here are some places that will ensure you have…

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Improve Your Breakfast Groove with a Class from Megan Gordon

On Saturday February 8th, have a little breakfast in the late afternoon with author and cook Megan Gordon, who is also the woman behind the awesome Marge Granola! Her new cookbook, Whole-Grain Mornings, is all about satisfying breakfasts—and we’re not just talking oatmeal, folks. More like cheesy chive…

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Ryan Farr and Caleb Zigas Throwing a Whole Hog Fundraiser Feb. 9th

This is an event you won’t want to miss. On Sunday February 9th, Ryan Farr of 4505 Meats, along with Caleb Zigas of La Cocina, will be hosting a whole hog party for barbecue pitmaster Rodney Scott. Here’s the story: Scott runs Scott’s BBQ in Hemingway, South…

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Josiah Baldivino and Stevie Stacionis Opening Bay Grape Wine Shop in Oakland

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Josiah Baldivino and Stevie Stacionis Opening Bay Grape Wine Shop in Oakland

I was thrilled to hear the news that the vibrant husband-and-wife team Josiah Baldivino and Stevie Stacionis found a location for their wine shop, an idea they have been fine-tuning of late. Baldivino is the head sommelier of Michael Mina restaurant (he has worked there the past four years), and…

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510 News: Bowl'd BBQ Korean, Tierra Mia Coffee in Oakland, The Station Now Open, Whole Hog at Oliveto

East Bay Express caught the news that the recently opened Copan in Oakland has undergone a rebranding and is now BOWL’D BBQ, which has a location in Albany as well. The owner, Micha Oh of Ohgane, is still there, though chef Eddie Chu has left to return to Los…

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Beer and Bar News: Fort Point Beer Company Now Open, Danny Louie Leaving The Alembic, The Hot Spot Renovating

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Beer and Bar News: Fort Point Beer Company Now Open, Danny Louie Leaving The Alembic, The Hot Spot Renovating

There is a new brewery located on Crissy Field in the Presidio, called FORT POINT BEER COMPANY. It’s from brothers Tyler and Justin Catalana, previously of Mill Valley Beerworks. They’re brewing six different beers right now, including an exclusive one for Tosca (called, appropriately, The Tosca), a Kölsch-style…

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