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Of all the classic children's books, Miroslav Sasek's ($12) hardcover treats are my favorite. The practically antique texts have vintage illustrations adding some art deco to baby's library. Aside from teaching your lil one about the ABC's, these books actually divulge loads of rich information about each locale. This is San Francisco tells the tale of the earthquake ravaged city and its Read more
Along with the picnicking and the grilling that goes along with most Memorial Day weekends, this coming weekend, residents of San Francisco will be celebrating something else: the 75th anniversary of the Golden Gate Bridge. Whether or not you're near the City by the Bay this long weekend, pay homage to the world's most photographed bridge in the world. Celebrate the iconic dishes of the food Read more
One of my favorite things about the San Francisco Decorator Showcase was the posh Pacific Heights mansion's arresting bay view. Every room in the rear of the house looked out to the Golden Gate Bridge, Marin, Sausalito, and beyond. While I don't see myself living in a swanky house like this one anytime soon, the great thing about living in this hilly peninsula city is that so many apartments do Read more
Last week the San Francisco Decorator Showcase opened in posh Pacific Heights, and I was lucky enough to attend the media preview day. If you saw my coverage of the 2010 showhouse, you might remember that it's one of my favorite events of the year! This time around, the new crop of designers did not disappoint, and I left feeling inspired and envious. If you live in the Bay Area, you can visit Read more
If you left your heart in San Francisco, it might have had something to do with the Golden Gate Bridge. The iconic span celebrates its 75th anniversary this weekend. Over the years, people from across the world have visited the bridge often sapping shots to capture the magic mix of man-made and natural beauty. With its grainy and glowing filters, Instagram can make anyone feel nostalgic. Pair Read more
Said to be the most photographed bridge in the world, San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge celebrates its 75th anniversary today. A technological feat of its day when it was completed in 1937, the bridge is a photographer's muse, both on sunny days and foggy ones, with its iconic international orange color and 746-foot art deco towers. Have you visited the bridge? Share your perspective of the Read more
Dig into Sasha and Malia's favorite mac and cheese. 8 unexpected foodie cities across the United States. From Drumsticks to It's-Its, nostalgic frozen treats you can make at home. Iconic San Francisco dishes to ring in the Golden Gate Bridge's 75th anniversary. Picnic without guilt, thanks to these compostable dinnerware items. Make perfectly grilled vegetables every single time. Read more
This weekend in San Francisco, the Annual Great Compost Giveaway will unite gardeners with nutrient-rich "black gold" — finished compost perfect for their gardens. San Francisco residents simply bring their own buckets, containers, or wheelbarrows to pick up five gallons of the custom compost blend, which is made from food scraps and plants collected from restaurants and homes in San Read more
We don't cover much men's grooming around these parts, but we'll make an exception for F.S.C. Barber. The two New York locations are popular among ruggedly stylish guys, and now F.S.C. Barber has expanded to the West Coast with a 1,200-square-foot spot in San Francisco's Mission District. Offering straight-razor shaves, classic cuts, and an old-timey atmosphere, the spot already had a waiting Read more
While big cities like New York, San Francisco, and Chicago get loads of press for their high-end cuisine, there are plenty of other cities all over the US that cultivate their own foodie communities. If you're looking to plan a Summer road trip with quality food to boot, then here are eight sweet cities with renowned restaurants and flavors that pack a punch. Don't see your favorite stop in the Read more
