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 queer group Gay Shame was the bane of DPW workers everywhere this past year, using "wheatpaste" (wheat + water = irritatingly hard-to-remove glue concoction) to post flyers targeting everyone from astroturfing pro-development group SFBARF to its capitalist benefactor, Yelp founder Jeremy Stoppelman (lest ye forget his epic response to now-fired Yelp staffer Talia Jane's Medium post complaining about the cost of living in SF: "Move to Phoenix!").
PostedByBrad Japhe
on Tue, Nov 25, 2014 at 1:47 PM
No matter the season, everyone loves brunch. Sure, our city boasts some incredible fare for early afternoon enjoyment, yet it's fairly obvious the universal appeal of the meal is the socially-acceptable excuse it affords to daytime drinking. Bloody Marys and mimosas are always up to the task, but since we live in such an innovative atmosphere, why not (pumpkin) spice things up with any number of brunch-ready cocktails. Here are a few of San Francisco's finest on menus this autumn.
PostedByTrevor Felch
on Tue, Nov 25, 2014 at 10:55 AM
Trevor Felch
Barley Risotto with Brassicas and Parmesan and "The Hawaiian" at Trou Normand.
As the first real rain fell of the season last week and I watched the lunchtime parade of umbrellas scurrying down New Montgomery from Trou Normand’s tall and narrow Gothic windows, the scene just screamed risotto weather. Everyone was cold. Everyone was soaked from the sudden downpour. Everyone wanted a lunch of something that sticks to your core and comforts you. And outside of actually imbibing in a trou normand of Armagnac, nothing at the eight-month-old bar/restaurant hits that soothing note amidst the FiDi frenzy quite like a recent risotto dish — with an intriguing twist.
American Express has opened a swanky and exclusive new airport hang, The Centurion Lounge, tapping celebrated chefs and bartenders to create an experience far beyond the usual overpriced-beers-and-burgers experience on the concourse. At first glance, the place seemed to be trying too hard to insert luxury and relaxation into a setting that is neither luxurious or relaxing. But if you are looking for San Francisco-worthy food and cocktails and have the money to afford it, the place delivers on its promise.
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.'"
