Proof Positive Partners, the team behind Westwood and Wilder in San Francisco, recently introduced Thriller Social Club in a former SoMa foundry that’s home to a custom wood-fire pizza oven. Inspired by a vintage midway theme, Thriller is a 10,400 square-foot space complete with two floors, three bars, a kitchen, and tons of gaming, of which includes the world's most expensive golf simulator priced at $85,000. “When designing a new arcade bar in a small pond of existing amusement-driven establi

Boulevard, the quintessential San Francisco restaurant located on the Embarcadero waterfront, recently reopened with a glamorous new look thanks to acclaimed designer Ken Fulk of AD 100. It’s been a waterfront establishment for decades, ever since talented Chef Nancy Oakes first opened its doors in 1993. In the past several years, and particularly prior to the pandemic, its demographic was on the older side.

Hotels Above Par is an expertly curated online guide of under-two-minute articles designed for the savvy traveler. Its founder, former public relations pro-turned-travel specialist and entrepreneur Brandon Berkson, has recently launched HAP Concierge service. This is a new kind of travel agency focused specifically on custom planning boutique-style hotels and experiences via a carefully selected team of travel savants who are experts on what and where is cool.

This past year, I spent more time cooking with my air fryer than any other appliance, and I've loved it. From cookies and churros to calzones and grilled cheeses, I've tried over 45 air-fryer recipes in 2021. I love using my air fryer since cleanup is usually a breeze and once you start the cooking process, you can pretty much leave it alone until it's finished. Plus food normally heats up faster because of the circulating air and temperature control.

If Chef Nelson German looks familiar, you probably recognize him from the most recent season 18 of Bravo’s Top Chef cooking competition. Since his television debut, Chef Nelson has been making waves with his innovative cuisine and thoughtful cocktail program at Afro-Latino cocktail lounge Sobre Mesa; in addition to his other Oakland-based restaurant, Michelin-recommended seafood spot, alaMar Kitchen.

Last month award-winning Chef Michael Mina of San Francisco-based MINA Group and hospitality veteran Brent Bolthouse, founder of The Bungalow Hospitality Group, opened The Bungalow Kitchen in the storybook town of Tiburon, California. This new social dining experience and community clubhouse is located right on the San Francisco Bay offering guests unobstructed views of the sparkling water, Angel Island and the city skyline in the distance.

The holiday season is in full swing, and with it, holiday entertaining and parties. Getting the right festive vibes, cheerful music and the overall warm and welcoming holiday atmosphere can sometimes get stressful. But as long as you have the libations flowing and plenty of good food and treats for your guests, chances are it will all work out. Even if you have a guest or two you can’t stand.

San Francisco-based Flour + Water Hospitality Group is known for its top notch Italian restaurant, Flour + Water, and its dough production kitchen, Flour + Water Pasta Shop. Its newest endeavor is Penny Roma, situated within San Francisco’s 20th Street corridor between Harrison and Florida Street in the Mission District. This hot neighborhood destination is a cozy, lively and welcoming spot to indulge on some of the freshest pasta and upscale seasonally-driven rustic Italian fare.

The Mendocino Coast is expansive and unforgettable. Its stunning coastal scenery includes looming jagged cliffs; crashing waves; expansive views of the ocean; and more. Just a few minutes inland and you’ll find windswept hillsides dotted with cows; overgrown misty forest groves and their ancient redwoods. Both create an unparalleled destination when it comes to vistas and natural beauty.

For luxurious dining in an unbelievable location, take a seat at Miami’s The Deck at Island Gardens. This chic destination restaurant is located within one of the city’s top mega-yacht marinas, with stunning views of the skyline, Biscayne Bay and more. It’s a locale in which you can arrive by land or by sea, offering guests a ritzy, festive atmosphere to wine and dine in the Miami spotlight.

Cooking a proper Thanksgiving feast is almost always stressful. Making sure everything is timed properly is crucial to the happiness of your guests. As someone who's obsessed with their air fryer, I tried using it to make five traditional side dishes. Read on to find out what I'll be making with an air fryer again on Turkey Day.

Cooking a turkey is an intimidating process that can take hours — but spatchcocking, which involves cutting out the backbone of the bird and flattening it, is my new go-to strategy. "Spatchcocking is great," said chef Solomon Johnson, coowner of The Bussdown and fine-dining pan-African concept, OKO. "It cuts the cooking time virtually in half and makes for a really consistent product. It's an easier and faster way to cook the bird entirely while keeping it moist," agreed chef Mike Woods, Johnson's business partner. It also results in a turkey that's much easier to carve. Here's how my first time spatchcocking a turkey went.

Located inside the InterContinental New York Barclay is The Parlour, the recently reopened restaurant and bar that pays homage to the glitz and glam of New York City in the 1920’s. And more importantly, the 1920’s origin of this hotel. The InterContinental Hotels & Resorts is celebrating 75 years, while the InterContinental New York Barclay is celebrating 95 years.

Salt & Straw isn’t your average ice creamery. From their commitment to collaboration and exploration of unique flavors to their mission of using ice cream as a platform to inspire and connect others, Salt & Straw takes their ice cream seriously. Through working with local makers, farmers and chefs, they create incredible, unique one-of-a-kind flavors for their constantly-changing menu.

Located at 252 California Street, this establishment previously hosted a few of Chef Michael Mina’s most noteworthy restaurants, including AQUA, an elegant seafood restaurant on which he established his esteemed chef reputation over 20 years ago. Fast forward to today and it’s the home of the new Estiatorio Ornos, a bright, lively restaurant inspired by the idea of philoxenia or Greek hospitality.

Should you find yourself in a tiny town called Utopia, Texas, do yourself a favor and book (well in advance!) a dining experience at The Laurel Tree. Located deep within Texas Hill Country River Region is The Laurel Tree restaurant, where chef and owner Laurel Waters serves upscale French-inspired cuisine within an impressive 450-year-old oak tree.

Bay Area-born and raised Chef Mona Leena Michael opened her first brick-and-mortar restaurant, Lulu, earlier this year in Berkeley, California. Having previous culinary experiences that include being a part of Roka Akor’s opening team; Serpentine’s Chef de Cuisine; and most recently as the Executive Chef of Dyafa in Oakland, Lulu is her first foray as owner and chef.

“Taking risks was never a problem. Learning management took discipline,” explains serial investor, fund manager and well-known risk-taker, Andy DeFrancesco. Toronto native Andy DeFrancesco has been a successful investor for over 26 years. Specializing in private equity, he’s made a name for himself by taking risks that few would even consider and making controversial calls when it comes to his investment strategy.

I never even thought you could — or should — cook a nice steak in the air fryer, but Gordon Ramsay's coffee-and-chili-rubbed rib-eye recipe has totally proved me wrong. Read on to find out how easy it is. • I made Gordon Ramsay's air-fried rib-eye steak with a coffee and chili rub and was blown away. • The rub had 11 ingredients that resulted in a complex, spicy, sweet, and salty flavor. • In 20 minutes I had a juicy, perfectly cooked steak — I can't wait to make this again.

San Francisco’s iconic Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival is back and bigger than ever this year, taking place October 29-31, 2021 with headlining performances by Lizzo, Tame Impala and recent GRAMMY winner The Strokes. The festival has announced its most epic food and drink menu to date with an extensive menu featuring 85 restaurants and over 40 wineries and over 30 breweries, almost all of which hail from the Bay Area and Northern California.