LOVE IS IN THE AIR AT UNCLE YU’S AT THE VINEYARD Again, this year’s February is an auspicious month with two good reasons to celebrate! Please join us for our celebrations of The Year of The Pig! In honor of Chinese New Year a 4-Course Tasting Menu has been designed to reflect the specialties...
Trisha Yearwood to P...
posted by Kaye Cloutman
TRISHA YEARWOOD TO PERFORM LIVE! FROM THE RAINBOW ROOM THIS VALENTINE’S DAY On Thursday, February 14th, platinum-selling, multiple Grammy, CMA and ACM award winning artist, Trisha Yearwood, will serenade guests with an intimate performance inside one of New...
Volta Launches Weeke...
posted by The Food Patrol
Volta, located in the bustling SOMA Downtown neighborhood, kicks-off summer with the launch of weekend brunch and brand new menus, including a new two-course prix fixe lunch and a new happy hour and a bar snack menu. The modern brasserie continues to offer a menu focused on French tradition...
First Look at In Situ, New Restaurant at SF MOMA w...
posted by The Food Patrol
Photo credit: Eric Wolfinger As a restaurant at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA), In Situ curates a revolving collection of culinary influencers, innovators and icons to make their contributions accessible for greater public engagement. This collaborative project reimagines the traditional model of a restaurant to offer a unique cultural experience within the museum. In Situ features rotating á la carte menus for which each dish comes from a different chef or restaurant around the world. Corey Lee, chef-owner of Benu, has worked closely with these chefs to faithfully represent each dish in both technique and spirit. While...
SPQR Celebrates Aust...
posted by The Food Patrol
In celebration of Australian truffle season, SPQR has teamed up with Frank Brunacci of The Truffle & Wine Co., the largest producer of Australian truffles, to offer a special five-course tasting menu Tuesday through Saturday evenings, available now through the end of August. The tasting...
London’s new h...
posted by The Food Patrol
London is getting a new members’ club at the swanky Café Royal and The Club at Café Royal does exactly what it says on the tin. Set on the venue’s first floor, it will house a variety of entertaining and dining spaces where members are encouraged to pursue their vocations, using the space...
Saison Unveils New T...
posted by The Food Patrol
Chef Joshua Skenes and Partner/Wine Director Mark Bright are announcing the latest special events they are each spearheading at Saison. Bright is starting a series of wine dinners that will highlight the special relationships he has established in the wine industry through the years, while...
From Italy to San Fr...
posted by The Food Patrol
The grand finale of the premier IMAF Chef’s Cup will take place in the Bay Area September 9, 10 and 11, director Rossella Canavari announced today. Beginning at 7:00 p.m. each night, the first Michelin-starred cooking competition dedicated to the artistic nature of food – putting “art on a...
La Urbana Brings Cre...
posted by The Food Patrol
Images by Brian Wong Photography Working with a joint team from Mexico and San Francisco, local entrepreneur, Eduardo Rallo, partners with Mexican architect/ restauranteur Juan Garduño, to open the new modern Mexican restaurant, La Urbana. The restaurant is slated for a mid-July 2013 debut on...
Noma Will Keep Chang...
posted by The Food Patrol
Noma is still changing everybody’s idea of food. And in the process, the city of Copenhagen is transformed from a gastronomic outskirt of Europe to a world class dining city. On Monday, April 29, 2013 in London, René Redzepi handed over the first place in San Pellegrino’s “Worlds 50 Best...
Iberica La Terraza :...
posted by The Food Patrol
Authentic Spanish restaurant, Iberica is bringing al fresco style Spanish dining to augment its branch in Canary Wharf’s Cabot Square. The new outdoor venue opposite the main restaurant is perfectly timed to coincide with the first glimmers of summer. This marks the group’s third London venue...
Restaurante Casa Elias – World’s Best ...
posted by Cocina Y Moda de VCrown
Images by VCrown Photography Casa Elías is considered the best Paella of the World. Cooked with socarrat, a crunchy layer of rice and local Saffron – the final piece is nothing like your usual paella dish. This restaurant only uses the best rice in the region and each paella, cooked on the spot in small batches over vine shoots, is given the kind of attention that can only result to a phenomenal fare! If you fancy rabbit and snails and celebrating extra special occasions – Casa Elias is the place for you. Location: Casa Elias Country: Spain Address: Rosales, 7, 03649 Monóvar, España Phone: (+34) 966.979.517 VCrown is a...
Koldo Rodero Restaurant, The Honest Kitchen
posted by Cocina Y Moda de VCrown
Images by VCrown Photography This one-Michelin Star restaurant in Pamplona, is an astounding setting for inspiring edible creativity. Every day, the sincerely silent and shy Chef takes pleasure in transporting food lovers beyond his Navarran Traditions. If by any chance you are fascinated with San Fermin as Hemingway was and would love to explore a different dimension on your palate , Koldo Rodero Restaurant near the Bullring is a must-visit. Location: Rodero Restaurant Country: Spain Address: C/Emilio Arrieta 3, 31002 Pamplona Navarra Phone: (+34) 948228035 Website: www.restauranterodero.com VCrown is a photographer specializing in...
Mugaritz: The Temple of Culinary Aristocracy
posted by Cocina Y Moda de VCrown
Images by VCrown Photography Andoni Aduriz, a pioneer in culinary aesthetics, is the intellect behind Mugaritz. Aduriz is a cult figure among Europe´s elite avant-garde Chefs and at Mugaritz he has created culinary poetry for 21st century sybarites. Here’s a photo documentary shot inside Mugaritz, truly a Gastronomical Paideia. Location: Mugaritz Country: Spain Address: Caserio Otzazulueta, 20, 20100 Errenteria, Spain Phone: (+34) 943518343 Website: www.mugaritz.com VCrown is a photographer specializing in Lifestyle Photography traveling between Palo Alto, CA, USA, and Spain. When shooting, he looks for a certain presence and appeal;...
Rodrigo de la Calle – The Green Chef
posted by Cocina Y Moda de VCrown
Images by VCrown Photography Strawberries and asparagus rule at Aranjuez’ Rodrigo de la Calle. Outspoken yet modest, sincere and charismatic, Chef Rodrigo de la Calle is one in a million. A travelled Chef renowned throughout Spain, Mexico and Peru, Chef Rodrigo is a modest man on a mission to offer healthy food using sustainable methods and produce. The restaurant is his namesake, and in Rodrigo´s kitchen nature’s best products are gathered to create a true healthy and luxurious dining experience which has earned him a Michelin Star, title of Master Chef and where he coined the phrase “gastrobotanica”. Rodrigo de la Calle is mandatory...
Enotria Chef Pajo Br...
posted by The Food Patrol
Executive Chef Pajo Bruich is thrilled to announce the details for the first Guest Chef Dinner at Enotria restaurant with one of San Francisco’s most talented young chefs, Mark Liberman, chef and co-owner of AQ restaurant. The dinner will be held at Enotria Restaurant and WineBar in...
A Lark Creek off a Short Pier
posted by The Food Patrol
By Karie Zarsky Bennett Photography by Matthew Brandalise In the fashion world, everyone loves a great makeover. The metamorphosis of Santana Row’s Yankee Pier has been just as satisfying. If Yankee Pier was a comfortable pair of blue jeans, Lark Creek Blue, now open in the space previously occupied by Yankee Pier, is a crisply pressed pair of dark-rinse denims. Where YP was a casual, sustainable seafood restaurant, LCB brings us globally inspired, seasonal dishes under the direction of Chef Paul Bruno. Bruno, formerly of such stellar restaurants as SEABLUE and Michael Mina in Las Vegas, brings such a high standard for the food that the...
El Celler de Can Roca: The Magic House
posted by Cocina Y Moda de VCrown
Images by VCrown Photography El Celler de Can Roca is #2 on the San Pellegrino list of the World’s 50 Best Restaurants but for so many it is quite clear that Chef Joan Roca is number 1 of the post – Ferran Adria Era. El Celler de Can Roca is a Magic House – a house of the senses, a house of the most exquisite wines, a house of joy. Bonsai trees, world elaborations, caramelized olives, combinations designed to titillate the palate, dishes most memorable. El Celler de Can Roca is to restaurants as the Bottega to Leonardo Da Vinci. Location: Can Sunyer, 48 17007 – Girona Tel: +34 972 222 157 N41.993144, W 2.80793...
Tout Sweet Pâtisseri...
posted by The Food Patrol
Tout Sweet Pâtisserie announced recently that they are now accepting orders for the holiday season, providing the sweetest complement to your upcoming holiday party or corporate event. In addition to special orders of Yigit Pura’s line of unique signature cakes and holiday treats, a...
$26,000 Truffle Dinn...
posted by The Food Patrol
Nine-Course White Truffle Dinner Includes Rare Limited-Edition Italian Panerai Wristwatch Italian restaurantLe Castagne unveils exclusive one-of-a-kind $26,000 Truffle Dinner featuring some of the rarest ingredients in the world. The nine-course $26,000 Truffle Dinner for four includes: Puree...
The Supper Club Seri...
posted by The Coy Gourmand
By Chef Cocoy Ventura Photography by Pierre Gussman Fearing the traffic to Napa Valley coming from San Francisco on a Friday afternoon, which is the stuff of legend, I made a point to head out hours early to try to beat the rush. As it turns out the traffic was no big deal that afternoon, and...
Manresa Welcomes Two...
posted by The Food Patrol
Manresa’s David Kinch welcomes longtime friend and colleague Chef Mauro Colagreco to the restaurant on Monday, October 29, 2012 for a special dinner featuring Rutini Wines from Argentina. While the Argentina-born Colagreco is chef/owner of Mirazur restaurant in France, he is also the Chef...
Tout Sweet Pâtisseri...
posted by The Food Patrol
Just in time for the holiday season, Yigit Pura – Executive Chef and Owner of Tout Sweet Pâtisserie – is proud to announce his new line of signature and celebration cakes. Using the freshest and most flavorful ingredients, Tout Sweet’s cakes are the perfect addition for your next holiday...
New York City Will B...
posted by The Food Patrol
In the latest edition of the highly anticipated , a record 66 restaurants have been awarded Michelin stars. All seven restaurants who achieved Michelin’s three star distinction in 2012 maintained top honors. Three Michelin stars is considered the utmost international recognition in the...
A Sweet Preview of Y...
posted by The Food Patrol
By Karina Mendoza Calayag Photography by JD Estella I must’ve gotten hit by cupid’s arrow today or at least that’s what it felt like when I left; charmed and enchanted. Stepping into a room of rose-adorned tables, with roses emblazoned onto the raspberry-red-logo sacs and boxes decking the...
American Bistro At T...
posted by The Glam Squad
The Strand Hotel NYC’s Strand American Bistro Restaurant will unveil its Fashion Week menu celebrating iconic fashion collections and designers along with specialty cocktail tributes to the late stylish magazine maven Helen Gurley-Brown and fashion icon Zelda Kaplan, September 8-30, 2012. ...
What’s Cooking in Lo...
posted by La Dolce Vita
Recap and images by Marilyn LaRocque Although the Olympics dominate summer news from London, the city’s world-class restaurants are gold medal-winning dining destinations year ‘round, serving food that rockets far beyond fish ‘n chips. FYI…Reservations are essential; lunch is less pricey than...
La Mar in San Franci...
posted by Kaye Cloutman
Chef Diego Oka, who was appointed Executive Chef at La Mar Cebichería Peruana in San Francisco last December, has now completed his planned enhancement of the restaurant’s menu while at the same time maintaining the signature focus on authentic Peruvian cuisine. “I saw in Chef Oka the ideal...
Revival Bar & K...
posted by Kaye Cloutman
Photography by Allison Andres Chef/owner Amy Murray, who took over the position of Executive Chef in Berkeley late last year, has completed the refining of the restaurant’s menu such that it is now, more than ever, seasonally inspired and prepared using locally sourced, mostly organic...
Cook with 30 of the ...
posted by Kaye Cloutman
Be among the few to experience hands-on classes with the best of the culinary industry over two incredible days. Cook alongside masters in The International Culinary Center’s state-of-the-art kitchens. The skills you acquire will stay with you for a lifetime. WHEN: April 28-29, 2012...
O3 Bistro & Lou...
posted by Kaye Cloutman
O3 Bistro & Lounge is now open in San Francisco, providing the city with an intriguing new dining option. Executive Chef Joseph Villanueva presents a menu fusing American eclectic cuisine with Pan Asian flavors and influences prepared with seasonal, often locally sourced organic and...
Nobu to Host Ultimat...
posted by Kaye Cloutman
Master Chef Nobu Matsuhisa is coming aboard Crystal Serenity this May to serve as in-person Executive Chef in Silk Road and the Sushi Bar, his specialty restaurants with ultra-luxe partner Crystal Cruises. The world-famous Japanese chef plans to give cooking instructions, personally prepare...
Ring In The Chinese ...
posted by Kaye Cloutman
2012 is the year of the black water dragon. It is definitely upon us and according to some, it could be a transformational life-changing year for many. As we prepare to welcome the year and harness the luck it brings, only one thing immediately comes to mind.
Visit California Ann...
posted by Kaye Cloutman
California Restaurant Month is back, bigger and more delicious. Visit California presents the second year of California Restaurant Month during January 2012, with more destinations, more food options paired with delectable drinks to help ring in the New Year. Nearly 30 destinations across...
Napa Truffle Festiva...
posted by Kaye Cloutman
Don’t have time to indulge in the entire Napa Truffle Festival weekend? Now they’ve made it even easier for you to join in the fun with Truffles à la Carte – programs, lunches, dinner and Marketplace to choose from! The Festival launches Friday night with a reception for...
Dobbs Ferry Showcase...
posted by Kaye Cloutman
Dobbs Ferry which recently opened in San Francisco continues to provide the city with an intriguing new dining option. Executive Chef Mike Yakura, in partnership with restaurateurs Danny Sterling, Scott Broccoli, and Todd Trippany, present a menu showcasing a blend of New York style cuisine...
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