Category Archives: SanFran
We have a Shipping Address!!! (Hint: It is a Palindrome!)
We have a heavy, secure wrought iron gate across our street entrance on Scott Street. Very safe. Due the the genius of the architect of the remodel of our new place, however, the unit’s mailboxes are behind that gate! Apparently the … Check it out…
We Found a Place to Live in San Francisco! (UPDATED)
We’ll be moving to the Marina District of San Francisco in early August! Having seen over 30 places on walkthoughs, and another 40 more on walk-by’s, we found a residence that should work for us: … Check it out…
Of Note: Crystal is Silicon Valley’s Newest Venture Capitalist!
Crystal Joins Mithril Capital Management Mithril Capital Management is a private venture investment firm focused on growth equity opportunities across the technology sector. Mithril’s investment committee is chaired by co-founder and investor, Peter Thiel, the entrepreneur and philanthropist. Mithril’s team … Check it out…
Segway Tour Golden Gate Park! (With Pictures!)
http://www.electrictourcompany.com/segway/san-francisco-golden-gate-park-segway-tour.html The Golden Gate Park Segway Tour is the most sensational way to see this 1000+ acre park! You will love gliding through the roads and trails on a Segway. This fully narrated journey will take you to the Park’s best views … Check it out…
SF Last “Free” Weekend Extravaganza!! (With Pictures!)
[slideshow w=640 h=480 id=15] SLIDESHOW! FRIDAY EATING: Rose Pistola (http://www.rosepistolasf.com/) The Scene: Inspired by the Liguria region of Italy’s Northern coast with its artful simplicity and fresh, local ingredients, Rose Pistola is a tribute to North Beach – San Francisco’s … Check it out…
Trip: Sonoma Coast (With Pictures, and ahem, a “video”!)
[slideshow w=640 h=480 id=14] SLIDESHOW! Sonomads: n. People prone to wander around Sonoma County in search of new adventures. Ideas for “On-the-road” reference: Sonoma County (http://www.sonomacounty.com/)(http://inside-sonoma.com/)(http://sonoma.com/) Sebastopol (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sebastopol,_California) Enroute (http://www.enroutewinery.com/home.html) Bohemian Highway (http://inside-sonoma.com/bohemian-highway/) The Great Petaluma Treasure Hunt! 2-5 Sat … Check it out…
Trip: Big Basin to Carmel (With Pictures!)
[slideshow w=640 h=480 id=11] SLIDESHOW! SATURDAY Lunch: Half Moon Bay Brewing Company (http://www.hmbbrewingco.com/) The Scene: A surfer’s haven that’s conveniently adjacent to Mavericks break, famous for some of the world’s toughest big-wave surfing. Handcrafted Mavericks Amber Ale and Mavericks Budgetary Alement … Check it out…
Trip: Mahaila and Stuart Visit! (With Pictures!)
[slideshow w=640 h=480 id=10]SLIDESHOW STAYING The Olympic Club 524 Post Street San Francisco, CA 94102 415 345 5100 FOOD IDEAS? Castagnola’s Restaurant (Fisherman’s Wharf): http://castagnolas.com/ Buckeye Roadhouse (Mill Valley): http://www.buckeyeroadhouse.com/ Sand Dollar Restaurant: http://www.stinsonbeachrestaurant.com/ Parkside Cafe Stinson Beach: http://www.parksidecafe.com/ Breakers … Check it out…
Trip: Pat and Mike Visit! (With Pictures!)
[slideshow w=640 h=480 id=7]SLIDESHOW! FRIDAY 6:00p Aquarello http://www.acquerello.com/ SATURDAY 8:20a Wente Vineyard Golf Course 925-456-2477 #B5FE6AA4 http://www.wentevineyards.com/golf/ 2:00p Wente Winery Tasting and Lunch http://www.wentevineyards.com/ 8:00p Cocktails with Crystal and Mike at 680 Mission 9:30p Kuleto’s http://www.kuletos.com/ … Check it out…
Trip: Napa Valley, July 2011 (With Pictures!)
[slideshow w=640 h=480 id=3] [FOLLOW-UP: :):) So far the standout is O’Shaughnessy (toured yesterday)- absolutely gorgeous luscious wines, tiny production, and extremely impressive caves. We also LOVED Nickel & Nickel (toured Saturday) Far Niente’s slightly younger cousin. Today we played golf … Check it out…