Santa Rosa, CA Metro Local Lists
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by Patrick Heig
Citysearch Editor
Restaurants in the North Bay may not open (and close) at the blistering pace they do in the city, but that just makes each new opening here that much more noteworthy. From a spaghetti-centric San Francisco transplant to a Venezuelan beverage bar at Oxbow to a… more
In this list: Tavern at Lark Creek, Pica Pica Bar & Kitchen, Pizzavino 707, Emmy's Spaghetti Shack
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by Chelsea Lin
Citysearch Editor
Toasting Toil: San Francisco Labor Day Planner
Considering that SF's few guaranteed warm days generally coincide with the Labor Day long weekend, we may be more appreciative than most to just kick it outdoors, brown-bagging in Dolores Park or sunning our pasty hides at Ocean Beach. But should the mood… more
In this list: Adventure Cat Sailing Charters, Dolores Park, ATT Park, San Francisco Civic Center Plaza
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by Patrick Heig
Citysearch Editor
Daredevil Dining: Offal, Embryos and Amphibians
Think you're an adventurous eater for trying escargot? Snails are down right pedestrian compared to the bizarre creatures, body parts (think the part that zombies love) and other strange foods you can find at these restaurants. We're talking durian milkshakes,… more
In this list: Sakae Restaurant, La Folie, El Farolito, Turo Turo Restaurant
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by anna_roth
Citysearch Editor
See which restaurants, bars, spas and shops are the most talked about in San Francisco, then share your thoughts and write some user reviews of your own.
In this list: Zeitgeist, Redwood Room, Luna Park - San Francisco, Sooze Wine Bar Cafe
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by Chelsea Lin
Citysearch Editor
Where Are They Now?: Stalking SF's "Top Chefs"
Brazen, ironically untasteful product placement aside--Diet Dr. Pepper Challenge? Really?--most of the cheftestants of Top Chef world-class cooks, and several of the show's alumni reside in SF kitchens; find them here for your celeb-stalking pleasure.
In this list: Scala's Bistro, Absinthe Brasserie & Bar, Zar at Fly Trap, Zazu
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by Patrick Heig
Citysearch Editor
Raising McCain: Where to Find Republicans in the Bay Area
In the ultra-liberal, conservative-bashing Bay Area it can be difficult to find even one McCain supporter with whom to have a spirited debate. Most local Republicans are in the closet, fearing ridicule for their political orientation, but they must surface… more
In this list: Old West Western Wear, Golden Gate Western Wear, Ok Corral Western & Work Wear, Butter
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by sfgirl06
Citysearch Editor
Urban Redneck: Red State Fun on Blue State Turf
San Francisco isn't exactly known as a hotbed of hick-friendly activity--and we're rightly proud of that--but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy some country boy kicks. Here's where to get decked out, line-dance, saddle-up, red-line race cars and discharge… more
In this list: Old West Western Wear, Golden Gate Western Wear, Ok Corral Western & Work Wear, Butter
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by Ali Dubrow
Citysearch Editor
Expert Picks: Chef Kristianne Pak
Grand prize winner of the 6th Annual S. Pellegrino Almost Famous Chef Competition, Kristianne Pak dishes on her favorite places to chow down. Pak can now be found at La Grand Orange in Pasadena, where she works as the restaurant's pastry chef.
In this list: The Little Door, Don Antonio's, Yamashiro, Geoffrey's Malibu
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by sfgirl06
Citysearch Editor
Valentine's Day for Lovers and Lone Rangers
If you're in love, V-Day can be stressful, as you struggle to put together a sufficiently romantic, at least slightly original itinerary for your sweetheart. If you're single, it's D-Day, and you're bombarded with images of happy couples, cruel exes and sweet… more
In this list: Zar at Fly Trap, Chanslor Guest Ranch, Cook! SF, Opaque - dining in the dark
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by sfgirl06
Citysearch Editor
While chefs often steal the limelight, restaurant designer Karl Hasz has shared in the glory of SF's dining scene for more than 10 years. Responsible for the striking design at venues such as SupperClub, and Cyrus, Hasz knows what it takes to complete an… more
In this list: Philippe The Original, Nobu, Hotel Healdsburg, Prime 112 Restaurant
