Category Archives: America

Hiking around East Bay SF: Tilden Regional Park

Posted on February 15, 2017 by julieovaltrades

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 … Continue reading →

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Hiking around East Bay SF: Tennessee Valley

Posted on February 14, 2017 by julieovaltrades

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 … Continue reading →

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Rosie the Riveter National Park, East Bay SF

Posted on February 13, 2017 by julieovaltrades

Driving around the East Bay, I kept seeing signs for Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park [1414 Harbour Way S #3000, Richmond, CA 94804]. Phewww, that’s a mouthful, but I love WWII history so I was intrigued. … Continue reading →

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Eat your way through East Bay San Francisco

Posted on February 12, 2017 by julieovaltrades

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 … Continue reading →

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Play Pinball in East Bay San Francisco

Posted on February 11, 2017 by julieovaltrades

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 … Continue reading →

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The best thing I ate in SF: Yasukochi’s Sweet Stop

Posted on February 10, 2017 by julieovaltrades

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 … Continue reading →

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Best of Desserts of SF: Benkyodo Co

Posted on February 9, 2017 by julieovaltrades

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 … Continue reading →

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Best of Desserts of SF: Tartine

Posted on February 8, 2017 by julieovaltrades

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. … Continue reading →

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Eat your way through San Francisco: Cuisine of Nepal

Posted on February 7, 2017 by julieovaltrades

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 … Continue reading →

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Eat your way through San Francisco: El Farolito Taqueria

Posted on February 6, 2017 by julieovaltrades

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 … Continue reading →

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