There are some things that are just more enjoyable because they seem transgressive like that extra piece of candy you snuck as a kid when your parents weren’t looking. For me, I often can’t resist toeing the line a bit when it comes to eating. When I’m stuffed full of delicious food at an... »
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An Unorthodox Summer Drink
Admittedly it is a little unorthodox and taboo considering the timing. However, this is my first summer in the bay area. It is my first summer where I have worn wool sweaters August and missed the fireworks on the fourth because it was too... »
Sparkling Wine Seminar: Being a Nerd Was Never So Delicious
This year the Dry Creek Kitchen Restaurant in Healdsburg (owned by Charlie Palmer) is hosting a wine series through the fall where winemakers of local wineries come in, teach about their wine while the ‘students’ taste, and this is all followed by a meal... »
Cheese Board Pizza
There are a few places you can go in Berkeley where there is a line out the door and down the street to get food. Other than Ici Ice... »
Cafe Chez Panisse
In 1972 Alice Waters started Chez Panisse in Berkeley based on the concept of cooking only with locally grown or raised ingredients that are in season. That idea is... »
I Say Tomato, You Say Krispy Kreme Burger?
My best friend Brett and i get along well. Really well. However, when it comes to food we’re pretty different. You know that guy on Man vs. Food on... »