“Above all, San Francisco was alive. The painter John David Borthwick said of of it, ‘People lived more there in a week then they would in a year in most other places.’ – Gary Kamiya, 49 Views of San Francisco
The beauty of Zurich (see “Wandering Traveler”)
Returning from an action-packed week of craft American spirits judging in Seattle, this issue uncovers more Bay Area joys, Brazil’s great sugarcane spirit, Bay Area brandy-fruit infusions and treasures in spectacular Switzerland.
The Latest – Glorified Vegetables: Showcasing vegetables – plus meat and seafood besides – at brand new Verbena.
Imbiber – Cachaça – Primed for Greatness?: In conversation with Avuá Cachaça co-founder Nate Whitehouse.
Around the Bay – Where to Eat Now – Marin: New notable spots and menus in Sausalito and Tiburon.
Wandering Traveler – 24 Hours in Zurich: Restaurants, bars, cafes, hotel and spirits shops in Switzerland’s most cosmopolitan city.
Imbiber – Bay Area Brandy Fruit Infusions: Local infusions please a range
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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