January 15, 2014

“There’s no time like now, there’s no time like this time.”
– Sam Phillips song, No Time Like Now on Push Any Button

Hearthfire glow ... the source of all cooking at TBD

Hearthfire glow … the source of all cooking at TBD

Amazing how swiftly January has already kicked into gear. This constant 70’s weather in SF is providing daily joys of sun, brilliant sunsets, beach walks, and welcome clarity.

Alongside fellow food writers, I recap the year in dining at Eater.com, and here are my Best of 2013 lists (local, national, international) on food and drink.

This issue:

Cocktail winners on the new Trick Dog menu

Cocktail beauties on the new Trick Dog menu

The LatestBest New SF Restaurant of 2013: Warmed by the hearthfire glow at TBD.
ImbiberTrick Dog’s New Menu: Spin the Zodiac wheel for another artful, themed menu at SF’s hottest bar opening of 2013.
ImbiberForeign Cinema’s New Bar Program: New manager and focus at beloved SF restaurant.
Wandering TravelerNYC Cocktails: 2013 highlights (and low points) from visits to over 20 NYC cocktail bars.

As your personal concierge who tells it like a good friend would, I also create personalized itineraries: trips, meals, explorations (under “Services“).

Virginia
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