The nearest thing to the perfect African safari is right in the San Francisco Bay Area, yet many don’t know it exists. Safari West is one of the most authentic wildlife experienc... Read More
At the turn of the new year, my body kidnapped me. For more than a week, I was basically incarcerated at my Los Angeles digs, weak and bed-ridden, wavering from the sweats to the c... Read More
SHIFT COMING IN CITY HOUSING POLICY? We can call it the Marina Times Columnist Surprise: District 3 Supervisor Aaron Peskin masterminded the process by which acting mayor London Br... Read More
I remember Valentine’s Day being such a fun day as a kid, racing home to go through my candy and cards. Now, even all these years later, I love watching the same excitement in my... Read More
Many simple chores around the house require a ladder. Because many homes in the city feature high ceilings, even simple tasks such as changing a light bulb might require a ladder t... Read More
Part 1: The Mendocino Coast On the unseasonably warm evening of Oct. 9, 2017, my friend Sara and I stepped into the backyard to enjoy a cocktail. “It smells smoky,” I said. “... Read More
I was simply minding my own business at a high-tech shopping mall when singer-songwriter-actor Justin Timberlake’s summer hit “Can’t Stop the Feeling” — a highpoint of th... Read More
Beginning this month, the Legion of Honor will have on view more than 80 works of art —paintings, sculptures, works on paper, period furnishings, delicate porcelains, and lavish ... Read More
When it comes to setting the mood on the most romantic day of the year, oysters are second only to chocolate. Did you know you can pair them with tea? Tea awakens your senses and g... Read More
San Francisco has always led the country in progressive policy making — which means that we’ve taken a stand for everyday people over special interests. We’ve pioneered same-... Read More
COW HOLLOW It’s getting close for Dominique Crenn’s new wine bar project, Bar Crenn (3131 Fillmore St.), slated to open in the former Cellar Door on Feb. 20. On Instagram, sh... Read More
Well, here it is February, and I’m still grappling with Christmas — Christmas presents that is. I received a lot of gifts this year. The older you get, the more presents you re... Read More
San Francisco was saddened and shocked to learn of Mayor Ed Lee’s unexpected passing on Dec. 12. He was San Francisco’s first Chinese-American mayor and helped lead San Francis... Read More
21,000: number of signatures collected in support of a proposed San Francisco ballot initiative that would have the city pay for legal representation for anyone facing eviction . .... Read More
Catherine Stefani announced that homelessness, small businesses, and public safety would be her top priorities in her new role as District 2 supervisor. On Jan. 30, she was sworn i... Read More