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East Bay Bites
The Chatterbox

East Bay Bites

Diablo Dish has the scoop that EVE in Berkeley is closing after service on December 31st, and chef-owners Chris and Veronica Laramie will be opening Brasa,  a Peruvian rotisserie in its place in February. Diablo Dish says: “Look for a rotisserie-heavy menu (using all organic Mary’s chickens), as well…
Marcia Gagliardi
Marcia Gagliardi
Cocktail Program Launches at AQ, Happy Hour at Plate Shop
The Lush

Cocktail Program Launches at AQ, Happy Hour at Plate Shop

How appropriate, ~AQ~ kicked off their new cocktail program yesterday on Repeal Day. Bartenders Tim Zohn, Brandon Josie, and Ethan Terry will be focusing on classic cocktails with the added element of AQ’s seasonal interpretations. Look for 9-12 cocktails using proprietary infusions, flavored liqueurs and bitters, with a heavy…
Marcia Gagliardi
Marcia Gagliardi
The Starlet

Giving Thanks While He Can

A tablehopper reader let me know Michael Franti was spotted eating lunch at Gracias Madre “with a lady friend” last Monday afternoon. Whether it’s going to be his last meal there remains to be seen with the impending closures of most Café Gratitude locations, and Gracias Madre (sniff).…
Marcia Gagliardi
Marcia Gagliardi
Explore the Science of Cocktails at the Exploratorium
The Lush

Explore the Science of Cocktails at the Exploratorium

You may finally find a cure for your hangovers at the Exploratorium’s annual SCIENCE OF COCKTAILS event. On Thursday January 26th, watch San Francisco bartenders make cocktails while you take part in scientific experiments about alcohol, inebriation (hic!), and cocktail creation. Learn the chemical difference between stirred and shaken,…
Marcia Gagliardi
Marcia Gagliardi
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Dining
The Socialite

Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Dining

Do you have a lot of folks coming into town, and dining in means dining in your tiny SF apartment with more guests than your even-tinier kitchen can handle? If you’re considering dining out for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, the options abound. Check ‘em out! Christmas Eve For…
Marcia Gagliardi
Marcia Gagliardi
Traditional (and International!) Holiday Meals
The Socialite

Traditional (and International!) Holiday Meals

So many choices for special, once-a-year feasts that pay homage to holiday traditions from around the world; don’t miss out on these international holiday meals. The Old World Food Truck is presenting a special Hanukkah-themed five-course feast at La Victoria on December 20th and 21st (the first two nights…
Marcia Gagliardi
Marcia Gagliardi
The Regular

Mozzeria

This place has not been formally reviewed by the tablehopper, but it has been mentioned in related articles... Related Articles * Mozzeria Opens for Dinner Service Friday December 9th 3228 16th St. San Francisco (at Guerrero St.) 415-489-0963 mozzeria.com Cuisine * Italian * Pizza Features * Brunch (Weekend)…
Marcia Gagliardi
Marcia Gagliardi
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