Here’s how I’m surviving 2025 — one San Francisco party at a time
Because you might as well escape the madness with glitter, music, and questionable costumes. This is my map to San Francisco’s most unapologetic celebrations....
This is how SF transit failed me on New Years Eve
Muni — I forgive you, but barely. Just when all hope seemed lost, Waymo finally came through....
Modern Japanese Bar Iris serves some of the most ambitious cocktails around
After a tragic loss, Bar Iris honors its past while stepping boldly into the future — and San Francisco’s cocktail scene is better for it....
Not every holiday bar has to be tacky
Alchemist keeps it classy with decor that doesn’t scream Christmas. Jazzy hip-hop sets the tone, steering clear of repetitive jingles....
A minimalist’s guide to half-assing Christmas gifts
Turn your failed hobby projects into heartfelt, terrible gifts. Or handing someone money is refreshingly straightforward and surprisingly appreciated....
The first Taco Bell Triathlon just happened — there were five people
How do you turn a fast food chain into a multi-sport endurance event? In this unofficial “triathlon,” they celebrated with Crunchwrap Supremes and slushie cheers....
From daddies to dancing houses at the Castro Art Walk
With rainbow footsteps and furry rave coats, Castro Art Walk mashes queer vibes with free wine — oh and there’s art to buy, too....
I thought SantaCon would be a disaster — it was a delightful mess instead
San Francisco’s first tornado warning brought sideways rain and wind. But soggy Santas laughed like they’d been cast in a low-budget Christmas special....
This was Santa Skivvies 2024
Jingle bells, jiggling butts, and holiday hijinks. It’s San Francisco’s sequin-soaked blend of charity and nakedness in the Castro....
Demi Moore, Austin Butler, and Zac Posen take on The Bay (sort of)
San Francisco’s SFFILM Awards Night brought an unexpected dose of star power to our foggy streets....
SF Ballet’s Nutcracker is a dazzling tradition that’s thankfully not going away
As the first U.S. city to perform The Nutcracker in 1944, San Francisco holds a unique connection to the ballet....
‘Drag on Ice’ deepened my love for San Francisco
From audience member to performer, Joe Wadlington shares his experience gliding across the Union Square rink in glitter outfits and wigs....