Reign of the Shanghai Dumpling King
January 2, 2009
SAN FRANCISCO — My mouth watered in anticipation as the waiter placed a large bamboo steamer in front of us. Inside, nestled on top of napa cabbage leaves were ten succulent little soup dumplings waiting for me to eat up. Read more
Hard Knox Café
December 26, 2008
Down home southern soul food
SAN FRANCISCO - When I heard about a soul food restaurant in the Dogpatch run by a Vietnamese guy from Texas, I had to check it out.
Hard Knox owner Tony Hua grew up on southern comfort foods like BBQ ribs and collard greens. Living in Read more
Sushi Zone
December 19, 2008
A neighborhood gem
SAN FRANCISCO — With lines out the door, Sushi Zone is no neighborhood secret, but it sure is a gem. This charming little sushi joint has been serving up exceptionally fresh sushi and other delightful morsels for almost eleven years. Read more
Yoppi Yogurt Grand Opening in SF
December 18, 2008
SAN FRANCISCO—Another froyo Shop has opened in the Financial District, causing people to open up their wallets for this delicious treat. Read more
Chill: Not Another FroYo Shop
December 18, 2008
SAN FRANCISCO—Chill, the newest dessert café to open in the middle of the financial district, has since early November featured cheap promotion deals no one can deny: $1 for organic coffee, $2 for frozen yogurt or custard with 1 exotic topping and $3 for a crispy crepe cone with a sweet filling and your choice of topping. Read more
Bodega Bistro
December 12, 2008
Chilly weather = prime pho-slurping weather
SAN FRANCISCO — When the sky is gray and the chilly fog rolls in off the bay, one thing is guaranteed to make you feel better: a big fat bowl of hot pho steaming in your face.
Indian Clay Oven
December 5, 2008
SAN FRANCISCO — Indian cuisine is often associated with a sophisticated blend of spices, and the country’s religious beliefs and culture play an influential role in their culinary arts. For instance, many worshippers of Hindu and Buddhism are vegetarians. Read more
Candybar
November 28, 2008
Western Addition’s new dessert lounge
SAN FRANCISCO — Candybar, which dubs itself as the first San Francisco dessert lounge, is the brainchild of Tan Troung, Derek Chan and Chris Frey who sought to create a meeting spot that resembles a living room with desserts and drinks. Read more
Macao Friends Restaurant
November 21, 2008
Portuguese cooking
SAN FRANCISCO — Macau, while perhaps more renowned for its casinos, has the reputation of serving the comfort food of the East. A territory just south of Hong Kong once claimed by Portugal and now China, Macau’s cuisine is a fusion of Cantonese and Portuguese with major ingredients including potatoes and mackerel. Read more
Hime: Contemporary Japanese in the Marina
November 14, 2008
Vibrant food may play the lead and ambiance the supporting role, but together they make a meal worth talking about.
Embedded in a bustling strip filled with motels, patrons could easily sidestep the modest entrance on San Francisco’s Lombard Street. Candles, mahogany tables and large bamboo poles create a sensual decor. With Read more
You See Sushi
November 7, 2008
Budget Sushi in the Inner Sunset
SAN FRANCISCO — Despite the financial climate, it is still possible to enjoy great sushi on a budget.
Located in the Inner Sunset, the husband and wife team of Paul and Ikuko Tio have been serving vibrant dishes at neighborhood prices since 1991. The restaurant’s name reflects their target audience: students and staff from University of California, San Francisco. Read more
Bamboo Buffet
October 31, 2008
Downtown Feast
SAN FRANCISCO — Veteran restaurateur Lee Quan has resurrected the site of what was once one of his 11 Lee’s Delis in the Financial District as a new dining destination, Bamboo Buffet. With over one hundred items, the self-serve eatery delivers food from different cuisines including Japanese, Chinese and Korean. Read more