When the ancient Polynesians invented surfing, they often used a paddle to help them navigate. Fast-forward a few millennia, and Stand-Up Paddleboarding, or SUP, finds itself trendy again. Part of its increasing popularity is that standing upright allows surfers to spot waves more easily and thus catch more of them, multiplying the fun factor. Paddling back to the wave becomes less of a strain as well. The ability to cruise along on flat inland water, surveying the sights, is another advantage. Finally, it’s a good core workout. If you’re sold on the idea, schedule an intro SUP lesson, free with board and paddle rental, and you may find yourself riding the waves like a Polynesian king.More
Many of us remember coming home from our elementary schools with freshly glazed pinchpots, cups, or whatever else our young imaginations could conjure up. Saturday mornings at the Randall Museum can bring that memory back, or create a new one for the youngsters. Ceramics make great gifts — especially on Mothers' and Fathers' Day. Hop on board for the Randall's once-weekly class, and for $6 and two weeks to have your work fired and glazed, you'll have all the materials you need.More
December is almost over - the New Year is coming up and everyone is busy drying off from the rain or holiday shopping. Let's take a look at what's happened this month.
The 2.7-mile "Philosopher's Way" trail in McLaren Park is the cure for when you've overdosed on San Francisco's increasingly technology-saturated, artisanal-minded spiral into gentrification.
Sub Pop recording artists 'clipping.' brought their brand of noise-driven experimental hip hop to the closing night of 2016's San Francisco Electronic Music Fest this past Sunday. The packed Brava Theater hosted an initially seated crowd that ended the night jumping and dancing against the front of the stage. The trio performed a set focused on their recently released Sci-Fi Horror concept album, 'Splendor & Misery', then delved into their dancier and more aggressive back catalogue, and recent single 'Wriggle'.
Opening performances included local experimental electronic duo 'Tujurikkuja' and computer music artist 'Madalyn Merkey.'"
The Waterfront Cafe Pier 7 (Embarcadero at Broadway), 391-2696. Open for lunch and dinner 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Wheelchair accessible. Reservations: suggested on weekends. Parking: complimentary valet. Muni: 32 on Embarcadero; 42 on Battery, Sansome; 12, 83 on Broadway,…
When you walk in the door at Kokkari, you immediately see how the owners spent $5 million renovating and decorating the place. Never mind that the real Kokkari is actually a small fishing village on the Aegean Sea, or that…
Colorfully painted and plastered with festive travel posters, Zinzino has the air of an authentic Italian restaurant magically transported to Chestnut Street. Its casual atmosphere manages to be at once fun, romantic, and even child-friendly. The long, narrow space features…
Wedged into an upscale neighborhood of Victorians, the Meetinghouse is an elegant, romantic restaurant on the border of the Western Addition and Pacific Heights. Its name -- and some of its decor -- is Quaker because the owners thought the…
The Zuni Cafe is an institution: The Mediterranean-influenced restaurant has been around for 20 years and it's still a hip place, with lines out the door much of the time. How does this culinary landmark do it? The main answer…
Thai restaurants are as regular an occurrence in this town as sushi bars and Chinese food. But few are particularly outstanding, so it's worth going to Civic Center -- not exactly San Francisco's restaurant row -- to visit the extraordinary…
There's something romantic about a little San Francisco bistro where you can hear the clang of the cable car right outside the door. This intimate storefront room, done in soft gold tones, overtakes you with its charm and neighborly comfort.…
Union Street is festive at holiday time, with shops and trees swathed in strings of white lights. But the sidewalks seem rather empty. The resurgence of three competing shopping streets -- neighboring Fillmore, nearby Chestnut in the Marina, and Grant…
Info: A Neighborhood Place By Dianne Jacob Garibaldi's 347 Presidio (at Sacramento), 563-8841. Open Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for lunch, dinner from 5:30 to 10 p.m., to 10:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Dinner only…
Sub Pop recording artists 'clipping.' brought their brand of noise-driven experimental hip hop to the closing night of 2016's San Francisco Electronic Music Fest this past Sunday. The packed Brava Theater hosted an initially seated crowd that ended the night jumping and dancing against the front of the stage. The trio performed a set focused on their recently released Sci-Fi Horror concept album, 'Splendor & Misery', then delved into their dancier and more aggressive back catalogue, and recent single 'Wriggle'.
Opening performances included local experimental electronic duo 'Tujurikkuja' and computer music artist 'Madalyn Merkey.'"
