House of Better Is Calistoga’s Secret, Five-Star Summer Dining Destination
Creative director Trevor Logan shares what to do in town — and his recipe for a superior white bean dip
A Pro Surfer’s Guide to California’s Best Surf Towns
Huntington Beach native Brett Simpson shares his favorite surf spots — and all the best nearby eats
Meet Dane Volek, the Most Knowledgeable Beer Guy in San Francisco
The head brewmaster at Anchor Brewing is helping the brand return to its roots
These Are San Francisco’s 8 Best Rooftop Bars Right Now
Views of the Bay Bridge and Mount Tamalpais are better with cocktails
How to Dry Age Beef at Home
COO and third-generation butcher Katie Flannery shares her tips
WTF Is Milk Punch, Benjamin Franklin’s Favorite Cocktail?
This silky, beautiful drink is showing up on menus at the Bay’s best cocktail lounges
5 Northern California Cabins for a Perfect Weekend in the Mountains
Go for the views, stay for the goats
The 27 Best Concerts in San Francisco This Summer
From TikTok superstars to Jeff Goldblum and The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra, there's something for every kind of music fan
You’ll Only Need a Few Minutes to Cook This Best-in-Class Steak
It’s inspired by one of chef Greg Kuzia-Carmel’s favorite “hidden treasures”
Amazing Cocktails Rule at SF’s Best New Restaurants
Also on the menu: live-fire cooking, pinecone syrup and sliders served on a sword
This Is the Last Roast Chicken Recipe You’ll Ever Need
A Peruvian take on a classic from Victoriano Lopez at Jaranita
How to Spend a Perfect Weekend in Healdsburg, the Under-The-Radar Wine Country Town
Plenty of Michelin stars and a fraction of the headache
12 California Music Festivals Worth the Drive This Summer
Lizzo paired with wine, or guitar gods and 80 breweries? Take your pick.
The 5 Best Road-Trip Stops From San Francisco to Yosemite
It's either a three-ish-hour slog, or a delightful exploration of all Central California has to offer
SF’s Super-Luxe Sommelier Recommends His Favorite Bottles
The wine Michael Lagau and his Bin 415 partner love to share, and their $$$ white whales
How to Make the Best Outdoor Meal of Your Life
Food writer and critic Chris Nutall-Smith shares tips from his new book "Cook It Wild"