San Francisco

Park and search through the eucalyptus trees in the big lawn until you stumble upon the trail, Kennedy Grove [6531 San Pablo Dam Road El Sobrante, CA 94803] seemed somewhat of a mystery to me on a foggy day. The Seafoam and the Laural Loop trails wind up and down […]

A quiet residential park holds an uncommon treasure: a rare strand of Alameda Manzanita trees. The trees remain at Sobrante Regional Preserve [Coach Dr Richmond, CA 94803] because of the fog that spills over the hills and tempers the summer’s heat. It is a small park with about 3 miles […]

A true gem in the East Bay this park has something for everyone. I visited Tilden Regional Park [Wildcat Canyon Rd, Orinda, CA 94563] to take a hike on the Nimitz Way trail. It begins at Inspiration Point, a sight so lovely it’s worth seeking out even if you aren’t […]

Just 20 minutes outside of San Francisco in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area is an easy hike filled with natural splendor. The Tennessee Valley Trailhead [591 Tennessee Valley Rd, Mill Valley, CA 94941] is 1.7 miles out to the beach, relatively flat albeit a few gentle rolling hills. The […]

Ike’s Place, 2204 Broadway Oakland, CA 94612 (multiple locations) Nothing satisfies like a stellar sandwich, you’ll get that at Ike’s, there is a reason stores have sprouted all over the state of California. Hop on line and try to narrow down your choices, there are so many! They will also […]

Pacific Pinball Museum, 1510 Webster St, Alameda, CA 94501 This is real pinball madness, over 70 machines on free-play after you purchase admission. Dig the retro and pinball based décor, there are even some really cool see-through pinball machines. The collection contains interesting machines I’ve never seen before such as […]

What is the best thing I ate in San Francisco? Without a doubt the coffee crunch cake from Yasukochi’s Sweet Stop [1790 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94115]. PRO TIP! Call or stop by to reserve a slice of the cake the day before, you do not want to miss […]

Located in the heart of Japantown is a seriously authentic mochi spot. Open since 1906, Benkyodo Co [1747 Buchanan St, San Francisco, CA 94115] is one of the oldest Japanese establishments in San Francisco and has the history to go along with it. I loved the atmosphere of this quaint […]

In the heart of the Mission District this is the quintessential bakery of San Francisco: Tartine [600 Guerrero St, San Francisco, CA 94110]. Come in for breakfast, lunch, or dinner they’re open until 7 or 8PM depending on the night. Early on consider a morning bun with cinnamon sugar and […]

One of my favorite things to do whilst traveling is try new ethnic foods, you never know where immigrants will settle and bring their unique cuisine. I found out there was a highly rated Nepalese restaurant in San Francisco, I’ve never that that kind of food before so I was […]

My mission? To get a Mission Style burrito in San Francisco. They are distinguished from other burritos by size, so be sure to have an appetite when undertaking this work. Where is the best burrito joint in a town full of um? Everyone will have their own say, but you […]

No reservations. No, we’re not talking about my favorite Anthony Bourdain show, we’re discussing the policy for Burma Superstar [309 Clement St San Francisco, CA 94118]. They open at 5PM for dinner and there was a small gathering outside the restaurant 10 minutes prior. Uh oh. The space is small, […]

Head to Valencia Street when you’re looking to buy local, home décor, or a souvenir for your friends back home: Pirate Supply Store, 826 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110 Themes are good. For all you salts looking for an eye patch, doubloons, or a message in a bottle – […]