JAN: On my way to L.A. for a conference, I stopped in San Francisco to meet nephew Steven’s lovely fiancée Shari. We had an incredible dinner at Zagat’s top-rated Gary Danko where we shared 15 courses we picked from their tasting menu. Steven accompanied me to the new Exploratorium, where he has volunteered, and lunch at anther top SF spot: Kokkari for octopus.
JUL: I met Laura & David in San Francisco for a little sightseeing and fine dining before Steven & Shari’s wedding. I hosted a pre-wedding dinner for us at the famed French Laundry in Napa with many luxurious dishes. Private wine tasting at Amista, where the owner sabered a bottle of bubbly in the couple’s honor. Beer tasting at Russian River Brewing Co. for their award-winning Pliny the Elder in our flight of 18. Visited the DeYoung Museum and its huge photomap of SF. Thanks to Andy Dehus, found terrific xiao long baos at the tiny Kingdom of Dumpling. Hiked up the colorful mosaic Moraga Steps. After the wedding, ferry to Alameda for more wine, beer, and spirits tastings. Thanks to Jessica Mah, found good dim sum in South SF at Hung To. Ended with beers at Park Chalet and a visit to the SF Botanical Gardens, just blocks from Steve & Shari’s apartment.
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