#90: Trek To The Original Starbucks.
Tinier than most Starbucks chains I’ve been in, this original location was underwhelming and equally unimpressive as every other. The sidewalk was packed with people swarming to the door to protect their spot in line. And 45 minutes later, I stepped inside to find an equally clustered scene of patrons on the floor and beans on the wall. Just like the coffee tasted–– burned and plain –– the establishment smell and ambiance was just that. But…
#87: Friends-Style Thanksgiving In Portland.
This past Thanksgiving was not a typical turkey day. I spent it doing an extended family and friend-style Thanksgiving, a “Friends-Giving.” Survey says? Turkey-licious and Awesome. Instead of the usual Thanksgiving affair –– where my little cousins run amuck; my aunts and uncles sample the gravy; my brothers hog the kitchen counters; or there are MASSIVE lines to get sweet potato casserole before it’s all gone –– this year is going to be different. I’m going to take the non-traditional…
#80: Eat Mexican Food In The Mission.
It’s probably a “duh” bucket list item to hit up The Mission in San Francisco for Mexican food. BUT for anyone doubting its Mexican authenticity, cooking abilities, dishes, spices or… tacos, queso or dip of dips, the gaucamole –– you will be sold and flocking in minutes for these 7 reasons: Life doesn’t get much better than the jabanero-rimmed margaritas from Lolo’s off Valencia Street. Here it’s always 5 o’clock somewhere in the colorfully decorated restaurant. SF is home to the “Mission Burrito,” also known as a…
#72: Rise Early, Do SF-Style Brunch.
The rest of San Francisco already is. There are few things you must know about the eclectic city of San Francisco. But be warned. They all revolve around brunch and food. You will get up early. And will you like it. If not for the coffee you’re about to guzzle down, for the amusing adventures and waiting-in-line moments you’re about to encounter. Brunch is a commitment and seriously taken affair. If this city were burning down…