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Overheard in the Street: Love Rants
When people think a public audience isn't listening, what do they talk about and what are they saying? Leah Garchik, a popular opinion columnist for The San Francisco Chronicle, includes a tidbit of public eavesdropping in each of her articles. All of the following have something to do with love, dating, and the meds that are helping us cope along the way.
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San Francisco Restaurant Eliminates Taxes and Tips
Earlier this year, we broached the question of whether it was fair for establishments to impose a built-in surcharge for large dinner parties — and many of you were strongly opposed. But how would you feel if taxes and gratuities were eliminated altogether?
Frank Klein, owner of San Francisco's Fish & Farm, thinks the idea has potential to succeed in times like these.
Missing in Action: Table Salt
Yesterday on his personal blog, Michael Bauer, the restaurant critic for the San Francisco Chronicle, made a very interesting point. According to Bauer, salt has gone missing from restaurant tables: "In the last week I've been to three places where I had to ask for salt." When I started to think about restaurants I recently visited, I realized he was right!
Why Is Your Home Town A Culinary Paradise?
Alan Richman, a writer for GQ, recently wrote:
"Alice Waters and sourdough bread aside, the Bay Area has contributed surprisingly little to the culinary ripening of America."
What? Is he crazy?
How Long Will You Wait For a Table?
Yesterday on his blog, San Francisco Chronicle restaurant critic Michael Bauer discussed the no-reservation restaurant trend. While he doesn't enjoy it, Bauer will sometimes wait up to an hour for a table.
When I have no place to be, I'm willing to wait an hour, especially if the eatery has a bar.
Let's Dish: What Music Do You Cook To?
Last week the San Francisco Chronicle ran an interesting article that discusses the role of music in the commercial kitchen and features the favored playlists of several Bay Area chefs. With so much time spent prepping, it's no surprise that "music cuts through the monotony of the day," according to one chef. Although cooking at home is very different from being in a restaurant kitchen, I too enjoy listening to some groovy tunes.
Niman Ranch Founder Denounces Company's New Owners
Bill Niman created the Niman Ranch meat empire with his progressive farming techniques. Today, he won't even eat the company's products. The sustainable agriculture pioneer, who spearheaded the food movement to raise livestock sustainably, humanely, and naturally, is speaking out against the new owners of Niman Ranch, the brand he founded more than 30 years ago.
Casa Verde: Consumer Culture Art
Think you recognize this painting? Guess again.
While it may look like Seurat's "A Sunday on La Grande Jatte", it's actually a photograph from Seattle photographer Chris Jordan.
Have You Ever Been Wine Tasting?
This past weekend, I was lucky enough to spend an afternoon at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition Tasting. It's a big event that's open to the public. While there I saw some seasoned pros — folks who brought their own wine appetizer trays and wine glass necklaces — but the majority of the people were casual wine tasters, or first-timers.
Yummy Link: Great Bargain Wines
As much as I would love to drink expensive wines, my budget just doesn't always allow it. Luckily there are plenty of wonderful wines under $20. From Charles Shaw Shiraz to Pomelo Savigunon Blanc, here is a list of 15 all-American bargain wines.
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