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(Sponsored): CUESA's Summer Celebration: The Best Bites and Sips of the Season

For one night only, the Ferry Building is transformed for a fabulous summer soirée: CUESA’s Summer Celebration. Chefs from San Francisco’s favorite restaurants (such as Cotogna, flour + water, Locanda, and Range) come together to create delectable hors d’oeuvres inspired by summer produce from the Ferry Plaza Farmers…

Marcia Gagliardi • Jun 12, 2012

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June 12, 2012 - This week's tablehopper: ingredient-driven.

This week's tablehopper: ingredient-driven. The famed pomme d’amour from Knead Patisserie. Photo: © tablehopper.com. Yeah, that was a pretty gorgeous weekend, right? Shame I had to spend most of it indoors writing (sometimes I HATE the boss of me!), although I was lucky to be invited…

Marcia Gagliardi • Jun 11, 2012

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What’s Cookin’

This week's tablehopper: ingredient-driven.

Yeah, that was a pretty gorgeous weekend, right? Shame I had to spend most of it indoors writing (sometimes I HATE the boss of me!), although I was lucky to be invited to dinner at friends’ homes both Saturday and Sunday evenings. Nope, there’s nothing like a home-cooked…

Marcia Gagliardi • Jun 11, 2012

Meaty Events: High on the Hog and Two Barbecue Parties

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The Socialite

Meaty Events: High on the Hog and Two Barbecue Parties

If yesterday’s weather was any indication, summertime is soon to be in full effect, and summer is the perfect time for barbecue. These upcoming meaty events should fit the bill perfectly, whether you’re in the city, the East Bay, or the 707. Cue the ‘cue on Saturday June…

Marcia Gagliardi • Jun 11, 2012

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The Chatterbox

The New Upstairs Terrace at Farina Is Now Open

Now open on top of ~FARINA~ in the Mission is your new dream spot for an alfresco meal. Yup, the upstairs terrace is finally open. There are a number of tables (with wood benches) that are perfect for groups, protected from the wind on one side by large panels the…

Marcia Gagliardi • Jun 08, 2012

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The Sugar Mama

(Sponsored): CUESA's Summer Celebration: The Best Bites and Sips of the Season

Spend an elegant evening at the Ferry Building with other local food, wine, and cocktail devotees at CUESA’s Summer Celebration. Taste seasonal hors d’oeuvres from more than 40 of the city’s best restaurants (such as Cotogna, flour + water, Locanda, and Range); drink delicious Napa Valley wine, artisanal…

Marcia Gagliardi • Jun 08, 2012

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707 Scout

First Look at Glen Ellen Star, Napa Closures, $35 Million Winery for Sale, Truckin' in the 707

By 707 correspondent Heather Irwin. On balmy spring nights, it’s not surprising to find more people outside the tiny GLEN ELLEN STAR than inside. With just eight dining tables and a handful of seats around the open galley kitchen, every inch is prime real estate. At the glowing heart…

Marcia Gagliardi • Jun 08, 2012

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June 8, 2012 - This week's tablehopper: hot to trot.

This week's tablehopper: hot to trot. The famed focaccia di Recco at Farina. Photo: © tablehopper.com. Well, buon giorno to you. I hope you had a hearty or at least mildly fulfilling lunch, because today’s fresh meat review of Gioia Pizza might make you a little hangry.…

Marcia Gagliardi • Jun 07, 2012

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What’s Cookin’

This week's tablehopper: hot to trot.

Well, buon giorno to you. I hope you had a hearty or at least mildly fulfilling lunch, because today’s fresh meat review of Gioia Pizza might make you a little hangry. I also have some 707 news for you and a ticket giveaway in the sugar mama. Meow. I…

Marcia Gagliardi • Jun 07, 2012

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The Regular

Gioia Pizzeria

Ah yes, yet another pizza place in San Francisco. But GIOIA PIZZERIA has a different spin, calling itself “New York slice-inspired.” Yes, it’s a respite from all the Neapolitan joints around town, and for those who aren’t a fan of the Neapolitan wood-fired smokiness, these golden-…

Marcia Gagliardi • Jun 07, 2012