I was so excited when I booked my trip to San Fran. I had heard such great things about the scenery and fresh food that I couldn’t wait to enjoy it for myself. One thing I was very impressed with was how important the food culture was in the area. Everything from farmers markets to fresh seafood to long lines of people waiting to eat. I could tell how much pride and passion these folks have for good food. We stayed in Union Square, which is much like any other big city. The “outskirts” is what I enjoyed most, it was more authentic. There was so much to do and see in the short time we were there that I honestly think i’ll need to take another trip back to see more. Here are the highlights follwed by my list of reccomendations:
Go. See. Explore!
The Curiosity Shoppe has the cutest stuff!
We stayed at the Chancelor Hotel- I would definitely recommend it!
We toured Alcatraz in the evening, what a treat!
Food? Yes please!
My very first Macaroon!
I’m gonna go out on a limb and say that Tartine Bakery’s croissants are the best I’ve ever tasted, hands down. It literally melted in my mouth!
Welcome to Wine Country! We visited a few wineries in Sonoma, Napa Valley and Yountville. Here are my two favorites…
Nickel & Nickel Winery (they had the most gorgeous gardens!)
Dolce wine (aka- liquid gold) is so rich and sweet, like dessert in a glass 
So, to wrap it up, here is my list of “musts” :
- Crissy Field – great views of Golden Gate bridge
- Union Square – great shopping
- Ferry Market - tons of fresh foods and restaurants
- Chinatown
- Painted Ladies (from Full House)
- Fisherman’s Warf
- Alcatraz
- The Mission (tons of cute shops)
- The Curiosity Shoppe
- Bourbon & Branch Speakeasy (make reservations far in advance!)
- Brenda’s French Soulfood
- Miette Bakery (inside Ferry Building)
- Market Bar (inside Ferry Building)
- Ghirardelli Square (lots of yummy chocolate and desserts)
- Bouchon Bakery (yountville-wine country)
- Tartine Bakery (near The Mission)
- Robert Mondavi Winery
- Nickel & Nickel Winery
Enjoy!
