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The Lush

Bar News & Reviews (put it on my tab) 2006–2022
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Rhone Rangers Giddy Up Into Town
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Rhone Rangers Giddy Up Into Town

It’s that time of the year again, when more than 100 vintners gather in San Francisco for the 13th annual RHONE RANGERS TASTING of American-produced Rhone wines, the largest American Rhone wine event in the country. The Rhone Rangers Grand Tasting takes place at Fort Mason’s Festival Pavilion…
Marcia Gagliardi
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New Happy Hour at Local

LOCAL KITCHEN AND WINE MERCHANT in SoMa is kicking off a new happy hour, with $1 oysters and half-off all wines by the glass Tuesdays through Fridays from 5pm-7pm. Cheers! 330 1st St. at Folsom, 415-777-4200.…
Marcia Gagliardi
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It's Time for the Tour de Champagne
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It's Time for the Tour de Champagne

The TOUR DE CHAMPAGNE returns to San Francisco for its second anniversary, so start priming your palate for tastes of the Champagne region’s top wine producers. This year, Tour de Champagne will partner with The Bubble Lounge, bringing together champagne from a variety of prestigious grand marques as well…
Marcia Gagliardi
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Cascina Ca' Rossa Winemaker Dinners
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Cascina Ca' Rossa Winemaker Dinners

Fans of Cascina Ca’ Rossa wines in the Piemonte region should know about these upcoming events: first, this Thursday March 18th, winemaker/owner Angelo Ferrio of Ca’ Rossa will be at a dinner at DONATO ENOTECA in Redwood City. The five-course menu will feature Piemontese regional cuisine, and a special…
Marcia Gagliardi
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El Dorado Wine Tasting (with Food and Jazz)

This Saturday March 20th, 25 El Dorado County vintners will be traveling en masse from the Sierra Foothills for the EL DORADO COUNTY WINEMAKERS TASTING at Postrio. Participating El Dorado wineries include: Auriga Wine Cellars,
 Boeger Winery, Busby Cellars, Cedarville Vineyards, Chateau Rodin, 
Colibri Ridge Winery & Vineyards, 
Crystal Basin…
Marcia Gagliardi
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A Donkey and Goat Open House This Saturday
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A Donkey and Goat Open House This Saturday

This is looking like an extra-tasty tasting: A DONKEY AND GOAT are having their spring open house party on Saturday March 20th. Not only will they feature their seven new spring wines, but they have invited the folks from the new Locanda da Eva, which opens in April, to tease…
Marcia Gagliardi
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The Latest Happy Hour Deals Around Town

Here are a few ways to save some dough on your sauce around town: UMAMI has a Sumo Happy Hour from 5:30pm-7pm daily, with 50% off all bottles of wine, plus specials on sushi and hot dishes. You can check out a PDF of all the menu items here.…
Marcia Gagliardi
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It's Time to Rally to Save the Tonga Room
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It's Time to Rally to Save the Tonga Room

Next Tuesday March 23rd, ~SMUGGLER’S COVE~ is encouraging anyone concerned about the fate of the Tonga Room to swing by and sign a petition opposing the demolition of the city’s tiki palace to make way for a parking garage and luxury condominiums. After you sign the petition, of…
Marcia Gagliardi
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Feeling Bitter
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Feeling Bitter

Cask, Bourbon & Branch, and Elixir are hosting some upcoming events where it’s all about being bitter, check it out: Thursday March 11th, 2pm-5pm The Bitter Truth Q&A with Stephan Berg and Alexander Hauck at Cask. Bitters will be for sale at this time. Thursday March 11th,…
Marcia Gagliardi
Marcia Gagliardi •
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Bar Basic: Grand Opening Tonight

Tonight, Tuesday March 9th, is the grand opening of ~BAR BASIC~, which was formerly the Gallery Lounge in SoMa. New owner Mike Limanon repainted the space, re-did the seating, flooring, and lighting, and put in a new bar top. Look for more of a neighborhood vibe, and fewer private parties.…
Marcia Gagliardi
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