“Winter, a lingering season, is a time to gather golden moments, embark upon a sentimental journey, and enjoy every idle hour.” – John Boswell
Happy New Year, friends! I’ve been out of town with family and recovering from sickness so this issue delivers a few stories from recent travels and meals prior to my Oklahoma trip.
I wish you a rich, meaningful new year and thank you for journeying with me in the daily joys and adventures of taste.
This issue, Around the Bay highlights best dishes from a few visits to Oakland’s new Plum. Explore Mexico with Fortaleza distillery in Imbiber.
Return to LA in Wandering Traveler for Cuban pastries, country magic, and divine moles. The Latest covers an initial visit to the new Chotto.
I’d love your feedback on any spots visited from my site. As your personal concierge who tells it to you like a good friend would, I also create personalized itineraries: trips, meals, explorations (under “Services“).
Let me guide you to the perfect spot,
Virginia
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Recent entries in my Bay Guardian column:
The Year in Absinthe
In Tequila with Fortaleza
Last-minute Foodie Gifts
Revisit Studio 54 at Burritt Room on NYE
**Unless otherwise noted, all photos by Virginia Miller**