Arsicault Bakery and its Life-Changing Almond Croissant
This is the best almond croissant I’ve ever had, and I do not say that lightly. For real, this is the kind of pastry that will haunt your dreams.
Marijuana Edibles: Cannabis Goes Gourmet
Cannabis-infused treats are no longer limited to your pan of pot brownies made from a box mix. Nope, edibles are all grown up, and they have good taste. So, if you are looking to medicate with the delicious in mind, look no further. Here are our top 5 picks.
SF Mission Food Tour with Negra Modelo and Rick Bayless
The Mission is home to a vibrant Mexican community, and is therefore also home to a host of authentic culinary gems. We hit up three hometown favorites on our little food tour -- a Mexicatessen, a meat market, and a Mexican bakery!
California Olive Ranch: Harvest Time
A look inside California Olive Ranch during harvest.
Weekend Getaway: Oysters + Cheese {Marin, Part 2}
We get to know the happy cows behind our beloved Point Reyes Original Blue Cheese, have a 10 cheese tasting, followed by a feast prepared by 15 chefs, and welcome a new blue into the Point Reyes Cheese family.
Weekend Getaway: Oysters + Cheese {Marin, Part 1}
Just an hour north of SF in Marin County is one of our favorite getaways. It involves generous quantities of oysters and cheese. Get involved. (Warning: this post contains some pretty sweet oyster porn.)
The French Laundry
The French Laundry is lauded as one of the best restaurants in the world, and for good reason. Thomas Keller has created something truly magical here. He has created a world where every detail has been thought of to the fullest extent for one purpose: Your Pleasure. Take a look into our five-hour, seventeen-course, ten-wine meal of a lifetime.
Yosemite Road Trip and Sweet Potato Fries
DIY Sweet Potato Fries inspired by the Iron Door Saloon, a breathtaking hike in Yosemite and Caramel Apple Pie!
Brunch Nirvana: the girl & the fig
The girl & the fig in Sonoma has perfected brunch. The restaurant is ridiculously charming with a Frenchy-bistro-meets-wine-country vibe that extends from the dà©cor to the menu. I couldn’t stop oohing and ahhing over all the cute little touches, and virtually everything on the menu was calling my name.
Cooking Class at Ramekins with Joyce Goldstein
Cooking with Joyce Goldstein at the Ramekins Cooking School and Inn in Sonoma: Warm Scallop and Mushroom Salad, Crab and Fennel Risotto with Meyer Lemon Gremolata, Pork with Chestnuts served with Pumpkin Polenta, Blood Orange Marmalade Tart