“You are what you settle for.” – Janis Joplin’s final interview
From Empire State Building on a clear night (see “Wandering Traveler”)
Happy new year! I am beyond grateful for the rich tastes, adventures and relationships of last year, wishing you more discovery, restoration and connection in 2014.
Alongside fellow food writers, I recap the year in dining at Eater.com, from best new restaurants to 2014 predictions. Read more: my latest reviews at Spoonwiz and Liquor.com Drinkwire; “like” Perfect Spot Facebook page for industry news and openings and food/drink recommendations in the Bay Area and around the world.
This issue:
Among 2013’s best dishes: Saison’s duck liver toffee
Top Tastes – The Best Restaurants of 2013: SF’s top 10 new openings, the 10 best meals in the US and the world.
Imbiber – The Best Bars of 2013: SF’s top 12 new bars, and the 10 best bar experiences in the US and the world.
Top Tastes – Michelin-Starred Dining in SF: Two amazing Michelin-starred experiences.
Imbiber – Novela’s New Cocktail Menu: Standout cocktails and punch on draft in the new menu.
Wandering Traveler – Edible in NY: Best food from my latest NY travels.
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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