August 15, 2013

“Right now, you are missing the vast majority of what is happening around you. You are missing the events unfolding in your body, in the distance, and right in front of you.” – Christoph Niemann, Abstract City

“The art of seeing has to be learned…” – Marguerite Duras

Good humor and rapport between Chefs Patterson (left) and Brock (right) on 8/2 cooking demo

SF Chefs’ cooking demo with Chefs Daniel Patterson (SF’s Coi) and Sean Brock (Charleston’s Husk)

As I’m in Seattle for more food and drink research, I recount an action-packed early August of taste-rich festivals in SF, delights in Denver and more. Read my latest reviews and articles at Spoonwiz and Liquor.com Drinkwire. “Like” Perfect Spot Facebook page for updates on restaurant openings, notable dishes & drink, industry news, food/drink recommendations in the Bay Area and around the world.

This issue:

Denver's classic Cherry Cricket (see "Wandering Traveler")

Cream cheese jalapeno burger at Denver classic Cherry Cricket (see “Wandering Traveler”)

On the TownSF Chefs 2013: Food & drink extravaganza in and around Union Square via photos.
Wandering TravelerDenver (Still) Rocks: More on Denver food & drink.
On the TownOutside Lands 2013: Another year in photos at a music lover and foodie’s dream festival.

Steins Beer Hall in Mountain View (see "Around the Bay")

Steins Beer Garden (see “Around the Bay”)

Imbiber3 New Del Maguey Mezcals: The great Del Maguey releases three new mezcals.
Around the Bay 3 Reasons to Dine South (Bay, that is): From beer hall, to neighborhood gem, to lounge menu at a fine dining destination,  three places to eat and drink now.
Wandering Traveler3 Denver & Boulder Cocktail Havens: Memorable cocktails in Colorado.

I’d love your feedback on any spots visited from my site. As your personal concierge who tells it 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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