The Socialite

Get ready to enjoy some fabulous food for a fabulous cause at the ninth annual SUMMERTINI bash, which is shaping up to be the best one yet. The party is happening Friday June 7th at the Bently Reserve. This year, the restaurant lineup is just amazing! It includes A16, Nopa,…

Mother’s Day is upon us, and you can never thank your mom enough for, well, everything. Here are some great spots to show her you care and get some quality time in with yo’ mama. You can also check Open Table for places that still have availability; pretty much…

Support some seriously hardworking ladies (and try some great food to boot) at this upcoming dinner from LES DAMES D’ ESCOFFIER. The San Francisco chapter of the international organization, which celebrates women in food and culture, is hosting a very special dinner on Tuesday May 7th from 6pm-9pm with authors…

On Saturday May 4th, head to the amazing FLORA GRUBB in Bayview for a Spring Soiree to benefit the Friends of Potrero Hill Preschool. The event, which runs from 7pm-10pm, features food from Tartine Bakery, Mr. and Mrs. Miscellaneous, Serpentine, and Piccino, plus beverages from Magnolia, Anchor Steam, and Ruby…

For a sweet good time, check out DESSERT FIRST! on Sunday May 5th. The event takes place at the Four Seasons from 5pm-8pm, and is a benefit for Project Open Hand. It features a very impressive lineup of some of the Bay Area’s best sugar artists, including Yigit Pura…

Want to check out a bunch of serious San Francisco chefs in one place, and help out a local public school? Look no further than the TASTE OF POTRERO event on Thursday May 9th, which features tons of food from great local restaurants and is a benefit for Daniel Webster…

On Thursday April 18th, check out the Taste event from Root Division, a community arts organization. The event features bites and beverages from some great local chefs and bartenders, like Tacolicious, Hi Lo BBQ, Lolinda, and Bar Crudo. For a full list of the food and drink options on offer,…

This Thursday April 18th, check out the annual CCSF Culinary Program’s fundraiser, WOK ON THE WILD SIDE. The event will be held in the department’s new North Beach/Chinatown facility and features food inspired by both neighborhoods. There will be silent auction items, including a whole hog cooking…

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…

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…