“ I dreamt of Japan long before I went there. Moss gardens, straw-mat rooms, wooden bridges arching in the moonlight, paper lanterns with the fire glowing inside.” ― Cathy N. Davidson, 36 Views of Mount Fuji
Under-the-radar dive bar brunch burger (see “Top Tastes”)
As I write this, I am in Hong Kong and Japan, a lifelong dream finally happening… with articles on the many incredible finds coming soon. In the meantime, I have plenty to share about food and drink in the Bay Area and Seattle.
This issue:
The new Marlowe in its new space (see “Top Tastes”)
Top Tastes – My Food Articles, October 1-15: 15 of my current Zagat articles on new restaurants, cafes and brunches, re-openings of notable SF restaurants, Greek food, and more.
Imbiber – My Drink Articles, October 1-15: 8 of my current Zagat articles on two new cocktail pairing dinner menus, Greek spirits in cocktails, a Burgundy wine lovers’ dream cafe/wine bar, and more.
Wandering Traveler – Where to Drink in Seattle: Over 30 bar visits later in 3 Seattle visits over 7 months, here are my top 12 cocktail bars, quirky dive favorites — and a few not-so-great spots.
Imbiber – Whiskyfest 2014: My top 8 tastes from this year’s Whiskyfest, most of them new releases.
As your personal concierge who tells it like a good friend would, I also create personalized itineraries: trips, meals, explorations (under “Services“).
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**Unless otherwise noted, all photos by Virginia Miller**