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Feeling Crabby
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Feeling Crabby

Is it here? Is it today? This weekend? Yeah? Maybe? The local crab season was supposed to kick off today—but some folks are saying it’s delayed until the 20th. Supposedly the crabs aren’t full and the shells are too soft, but price is another issue is well.…
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BBQ News (Openings, Closings)
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BBQ News (Openings, Closings)

SFoodie mentions (and paid a visit to) the new T-DUB’S ON FRIDAYS in SoMa, in the former Yellow Pa Taut location. “Baby back ribs are his specialty, but the menu includes other cuts of pork, beef, and chicken wings, too. None of the meats are smoked—they’re…
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No More Rose Ice Cream for You
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No More Rose Ice Cream for You

After BOMBAY BAZAR AND ICE CREAM were closed by city health inspectors for potential food contamination, Mission Local is reporting the grocer (548 Valencia St. at 17th St., 415-621-1717) and ice cream shop (552 Valencia St., 415-861-3995) have closed permanently. Rose petal ice cream; Yelp photo…
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The Monk's Kettle Looking for a New Chef

As you’ll see in today’s matchmaker listing, The ~MONK’S KETTLE~ is looking for a new chef since chef Kevin Kroger has left (amicably) after three years in the kitchen of the popular pub. The Monk’s Kettle is currently searching for a replacement, and until then, the…
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Special Devil's Gulch Benefit Dinner for Haiti
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Special Devil's Gulch Benefit Dinner for Haiti

Mark Pasternak of Devil’s Gulch Ranch and his wife are tireless with their efforts to help Haiti—they are currently trying to help raise rabbits there. Please help support their efforts this Wednesday November 17th as Mark hosts a special four-course dinner at ~JARDINIÈRE~. The dinner comes with…
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Postrio Is Now Hosting Quite the Sunday Brunch
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Postrio Is Now Hosting Quite the Sunday Brunch

Wagyu top round roast beef carving station. All-you-can-drink California sparkling wine (from Trentadue). Live jazz. And that’s only part of the new Sunday buffet brunch that POSTRIO has put together. The sample selection of items also includes Loch Duart salmon (offered three ways: roasted, poached, or…
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