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What’s Happening In The Bay Area New Year's Eve 2022
Your guide to all things in New Year's Eve in the Bay. Enter to win Keller William’s New Year's Eve 2022 Hotel Staycation giveaway! Union Square Ice Rink, The Midway, Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, The Warfield, Temple Nightclub SF,
The Best Pie Shops in the Bay
Pie is a quintessential holiday staple – Thanksgiving, Christmas, Pi Day, honestly any day is a good day for pie. Whether you're digging pumpkin, pecan, apple, late-season berry, or rhubarb, these top-tier pie shops have got it all. I've scoured the corners of the Bay Area and have compiled a special list that even your grandma would be down for.
Where to Get Your Christmas Tree in the Bay
It’s the holiday season yet again, and as you likely already know, picking out a Christmas tree can be a tradition of its own. Whether you are dead set on picking up some foliage the day after Thanksgiving, or the type to panic buy at the last minute when your family decides they’re coming to your place this year, I’ve got a list of the best places to make tree shopping festive, fun, and maybe even a little boozy.
The Healthy Guide to the Bay Area
You've heard it before, folks: health is wealth, your body is a temple, so on and so forth. Cliches aside, our bodies do a lot for us so it's about time we give them a proper thank you. From fresh eats to unbeatable workout views, this is your guide to staying healthy in the Bay, powered by CCHP Health Plan!
Best Sandwiches in the Bay Area
Sandwiches never go out of style. Whether you prefer to dress them up with overpriced avocado and fancy cheese, or dress them down with mustard and ham, the combinations are endless and delicious. Well, as long as they follow the simple rule of incorporating sliced bread, but that's up for debate.
Norcal Road Trips To Get You Out Of The Bay This Fall
There's nothing like the great outdoors, especially when the air is crisp and the tourists are gone. And although the Bay is near and dear to my heart, it just doesn't have the same ~nature-y vibes~ as these other NorCal spots. Whether it's just for the day or the weekend, I've got all the top road trip destinations to take that'll get you out of The Bay and into somewhere just a bit cozier.
Best Fall-Flavored Drinks in The Bay Area
'Tis the season for toasty drinks! Not everyone enjoys massive drops in temperature, but no one can deny that having a hot bevvy on a chilly fall day is unmatched. Whether you're craving the ubiquitous pumpkin spice latte or a hot apple cider, here are the top spots with just the right fall beverage to keep you warm.
Support Latinx-Owned Businesses in the Bay Area
It's officially Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 - October 15! Show your support for our Latinx community and visit one of the Bay's many Latinx-owned businesses, restaurants, coffee shops, wineries, and more.
The Best Instagrammable Places In The Bay Area
Whether cutesy and bright, refined and modern, or outright over the top is your aesthetic of choice, the Bay Area is full of photo-worthy places. I’ve put together a list of bars, shops, and restaurants that are worthy of a stop in their own right but will also liven up your feed. C’mon, do it for the gram!
Best New Restaurants in the Bay Area
It's been quite a year for the restaurant industry, and although the pandemic isn't over, I can't help but get excited when I hear of new spots opening up. Fresh takeout options, new patios to hang out on, and little glimmers of hope for the future of restaurants in the Bay are enough to brighten dull days. Cheers to supporting these local faves, new and old!
Guide To The Best Outdoor Concerts In The Bay Area
Especially when it involves live music. Suns out, temperatures are rising, the water is warmer, things are opening, it's the summer we have all been waiting so long to have and it's finally here. Together with our friends from Grassdoor, we've made a pact to make this the most memorable summer yet and it all starts with outdoor concerts and good company.
Best Date Spots Around The Bay Area
Summer lovin', had me a blast... Summer lovin', happened so fast... (sorry, we couldn't help ourselves). All cheesy Grease references aside, summer is one of the best times for dating. Wedding season, music festivals, sunny weather, the list goes on. Whether you're a traditional dinner & movie type or an activities based date adventurer, we've got you covered. Here's a list of our favorite best bars, restaurants, and activities around the Bay.
Top Bay Area Bars: Best Bars In San Francisco To Get Your Game On!
We all have a great time hitting the bars to socialize, but if you crave a fun gaming experience to add something new and exciting to the nightly grind, I've got you covered. Shuffle or dart on over to these choice San Francisco establishments to see what's in the cards! Game on!
Best Dog-Friendly Spots and Activities For You and Your Pup(s) In The Bay Area
WHO LET THE DOGS OUT? If you did, please keep them out and in public because we love those cute little furry creatures. But if there’s one thing we can’t stand, it’s that sad look in your little buddy’s eyes every time you have to leave them at home, so we made a guide on dog-friendly spots and activities for you and your pup (or pups) to enjoy!
The Best Bay Area Flower Shops
Whatever the occasion, V-Day, Mother's Day, birthdays, or even just a Tuesday, flowers are never a bad move. Show your loved ones (and yourself, of course!) that you care with a fresh-cut bundle of flowers from these local flower shops.