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Saying Farewell to Two Legendary Ts: Lady T and Tosca

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The Lush

Saying Farewell to Two Legendary Ts: Lady T and Tosca

A bunch of Lower Haight folks were mourning the passing last week of the legendary Lady T, a well-known character in the neighborhood, whether she was freaking you on the dancefloor at Underground SF (I recall having a few turns on the dancefloor with her back when it was…

Marcia Gagliardi • Mar 26, 2013

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Marcia Gagliardi • Mar 26, 2013

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650 News: Astaria in San Mateo Becoming A3, John Paul Carmona Rumors

Sunday March 31st will be ASTARIA’s last day in San Mateo. Owners Alicia Petrakis and Eleni Lolas will be closing the restaurant (which is in the Benjamin Franklin Hotel) for a major remodel, with plans to reopen in June as a new place entirely: A3. The new restaurant aims…

Marcia Gagliardi • Mar 26, 2013

Beer Rising: Some Big Upcoming Suds Projects

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Beer Rising: Some Big Upcoming Suds Projects

There are a few big beer projects coming up soon, starting with the new taproom in SoMa from Connor Casey (Press Club, Marin Brewing) and Tim Sciascia (Marin Brewing and Samuel Adams in Boston) called CELLARMAKER BREWING COMPANY. Grub Street reports that the pair is looking to make some unusual…

Marcia Gagliardi • Mar 26, 2013

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March 26, 2013 - This week's tablehopper: mic drop.

This week's tablehopper: *mic drop*. The Pied Piper mural, soon to be returned to The Pied Piper Bar & Grill. Photo: © tablehopper.com. Well, I sure am glad this column isn’t filled with a rant about the sudden removal of the beloved Maxfield Parrish Pied Piper of…

Marcia Gagliardi • Mar 25, 2013

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This week's tablehopper: mic drop.

Well, I sure am glad this column isn’t filled with a rant about the sudden removal of the beloved Maxfield Parrish Pied Piper of Hamelin mural in the Palace Hotel, which was slated to be sold at auction at Christie’s in a couple of months. Nope, the outcry…

Marcia Gagliardi • Mar 25, 2013

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The Socialite

Oink Oink: Cochon 555 Is Coming in April

Are you ready to pig out? COCHON 555 is back and porkier than ever. Sunday April 14th marks the fifth year that the five chefs, five pigs, and five winemakers will once again come together to compete for the ultimate in porcine glory: being crowned the Prince of Porc. Participating…

Marcia Gagliardi • Mar 25, 2013

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Meals on Wheels Star Chefs & Vintners Gala April 21st

Looking for a fabulous night out for a good cause? Look no further than the 26th Annual STAR CHEFS & VINTNERS GALA on Sunday April 21st at Fort Mason. The event is a benefit for Meals on Wheels of San Francisco, which provides meals to homebound seniors. Nancy Oakes of…

Marcia Gagliardi • Mar 25, 2013

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The Sugar Mama

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On Friday April 26th, join Wine Luxury, some 30 dynamic vintners, and our team of Master Sommeliers for an evening of exquisite tastes over three floors at the historic, deco-glam City Club. Benefiting Share Our Strength, the first-ever WLX Soirée offers live entertainment, a fashion show featuring local…

Marcia Gagliardi • Mar 22, 2013

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Chefs Eyeing Casino, Artisan Cheese Festival, Wine Country Eats at 1am, Napa Gets Burgerfied

By 707 correspondent Heather Irwin. Sign up for the BiteClub Newsletter. Wine Country is still abuzz at the news that M.Y. China’s Martin Yan has filed for a business license in Sonoma County. Though company spokesfolks aren’t confirming the news, rumors abound that Yan is looking at…

Marcia Gagliardi • Mar 22, 2013