After weeks of research and training in the Middle East, the team behind Village Hummus in San Ramon has dedicated itself to bringing the joys of traditional hummus to the neighborhood. This isn’t your standard grocery store hummus — this is the real deal. Served with warm and fluffy house-baked pita bread, Village Hummus’s chickpea and […]
Chef Alicia Petrakis expresses her appreciation for her customers at Three Craft Kitchen & Bar by speaking the love language of fine food. Along with a skilled kitchen team, she crafts seasonally changing food that reflects both the bounty of the time of year and her own culinary creativity. Start with bites like the hoisin […]
All things vintage are trendy these days, so a trip to The Local Flea might be in order if you’re searching for a few key conversation pieces to furnish your place. When you walk into this South San Francisco shop, you’ll find row after row of tables, dressers, armchairs, hutches, and more, all from a […]
When you hear people talking about The Assembly Pop-Up Shop you’ll hear words like "quirky" and "eclectic" pop up pretty regularly. This is all thanks to this shop’s inventory of one-of-a-kind objects, which make perfect gifts for a friend or even for yourself. At The Assembly, you’ll find plenty of locally made San Matteo-themed gear (think […]
The fast casual trend has shaken up the restaurant industry in the last few years, bringing an emphasis on high quality ingredients, efficient service, and endless customization to Americans’ experience of burritos, salads, and deli sandwiches. At The Counter, you’ll find a similar transformation of the classic American burger joint, along with a more upscale […]
Located on the corner of Bush and Hyde in Lower Nob Hill, you’ll find Crostini & Java, a humble little corner eatery that has built up a steady following since opening its doors early last year. Regulars appreciate the oakwood-roasted organic coffee, the tasty breakfast sandwiches, and the simple and elegant flavor combinations on the […]
The owners of Pokeatery share a love for Hawaii, which is a big part of the reason they decided to open the eatery. On their island adventures, they fell in love with the traditional Hawaiian dish of poke. It’s a raw seafood salad, typically featuring fresh ahi tuna. However, at their eatery, you can build your […]
You might be surprised to learn that the most popular menu item at The Ravioli House doesn’t involve pasta at all. It’s the pulled pork sandwich. That really just speaks to the strength of the kitchen team, who’ve mastered everything from classic Italian pasta to specialty barbecue sandwiches. Dig into the pulled pork sandwich to savor […]
When you have cause for celebration, reserve a table at Wakuriya. The swanky Japanese restaurant is almost always booked solid, so it’s smart to call ahead. There’s a good reason that Wakuriya enjoys such popularity. Its chef crafts an ever-changing roster of dishes for a prix fixe menu, which gets revamped every month. He uses only […]
The modern American cuisine served at All Spice draws inspiration from the fares of other far-flung regions, from India and Japan to Norway and the Mediterranean. Using local and seasonal ingredients whenever they’re available, the head chef showcases his creativity in appetizers such as savory black rice beignets and roasted squash and confit sweet potatoes. For […]