Blame Charlie’s owner’s deed, not the breed

When a dog named Charlie chased and attacked a police horse at Crissy Field five months ago,the media put on their usual pit bull and pony show, replete with ignorance, vitriol, mi... Read More

Jasmine Blue's Tails of the Dog Park

Chapter 57: Coming home

By Susan Dyer Reynolds

Oh sweet angel of mine Gone to sail through the night In my heart you’ll always be I hope that you’ll remember me Wherever you are Goodnight, goodnight, My sweet love y... Read More

Weekend Traveler

Seaside fun in downtown Santa Cruz

A laid-back town offers a place to recharge

By Patty Burness, photos by Bo Links

When the day-to-day routine wears thin, think about escaping to Santa Cruz. With its laid-back vibe, it’s the ideal place to reinvigorate yourself. Hit the waves with the sur... Read More

Real Estate Today

One square foot of paradise, please: Part 2

By Carole Isaacs

The hot real estate market in San Francisco has again brought the price per square foot of property to the forefront of buyers’ minds. I asked a group of clients to share the... Read More

The Mystery Housebuyer

All the world’s a stage

By anonymous

On the HGTV series Buying and Selling, families simultaneously try to sell their homes and buy new ones. It’s a high-stress process, but they get help from the show’s h... Read More

Market Report

The Marina Times Real Estate Market Report: December 2012

By Hill & Co.

Caring For Our Kids

Local resources for new parents

By Liz Farrell

Becoming a parent is one of the most amazing experiences, but it can also be overwhelming and even a little scary. I can relate. I just had my third child and have found myself try... Read More

Home & Garden

Orchids: Care and feeding

By Julia Strzesieski

There are about 25,000 different species of orchids, making them one of the largest groups of flowering plants. They are native to many different areas of the world, and most are e... Read More

The Best of Books

What people are reading (February 2013)

By compiled by sandy mullin

Books Inc. hardcover best-seller list Gone Girl, by Gillian Flynn CITY OF THIEVES: A NOVEL, by David Benioff TENTH OF DECEMBER: STORIES, by George Saunders A MEMORY OF LIGHT, by R... Read More

Enter Stage Left

For better or for better: A San Francisco genesis

By Evalyn Baron

Here’s a dog story, San Francisco, but not a shaggy one, I hope – though it may be a bit long, this punch line has a point. My 13-year-old dachshund Sally was paralyzed... Read More

A & E

The Book and the Binding at the Legion of Honor

By Sharon Anderson

Through May 12, 2013, the Legion of Honor museum will feature the art of book design in the exhibition The Book and the Binding. It features unique selections from the Reva and Dav... Read More

The Tablehopper

It’s not over until the fat lady sings at Tosca; Fior d’Italia blooms again

By Marcia Gagliardi

Big news swept through the City with the announcement in the Business Times that Tosca Cafe (242 Columbus Avenue) has been saved (owner Jeannette Etheredge reportedly owed $100,000... Read More

Hot Spots

Fab 5 sexy dishes on the northside of town

By Susan Dyer Reynolds

With Valentine’s Day near, it’s time once again for our list of sexy dishes to share with someone you love. This year’s list focuses exclusively on the Northside.... Read More

New & Notable

Hayes Valley Bakeworks: A bakery and cafe with a conscience

By Julie Mitchell

San Francisco is home to many upscale bakeries, teashops and other specialty food purveyors, but most of them are simply out to provide good food. At Hayes Valley Bakeworks, the mi... Read More

Wellness

Climbing the walls with cabin fever? Try a climbing gym instead

By Julie Mitchell

February in San Francisco is a month with a split personality. Warm, spring-like days alternating with dreary downpours can make it tough for outdoor enthusiasts to maintain a soli... Read More

2013 January