#47: Make Your First SF Meal Authentic.
I’m a little late in recording my first meal –– being four weeks and many avocado burgers into California living already –– but walking by a shoddy-looking burger bar today made me think of that first glorious meal I had in San Francisco. It was Wednesday, July 17th. The mission was food. I badly needed sustenance. I was fresh off the East Coast boat and had NO idea where to go, what to eat or how…
#42: After Hours At Kramerbooks Afterwords Cafe.
Late night or early morning, this restaurant-meets-bookstore Kramerbooks Cafe is one of my favorite small businesses in the entire USA. Whether you go early –– finding a cozy spot while sipping on caramel iced coffee and reading foodie books –– or go late –– noshing on chocolate coconut sundaes and devouring celebrity biographies while closing the place down –– every experience is wildly flavorful, culturally enriching and filling. #shopsmall
#41: Visit The Donut Heaven… On Earth.
Northside Social, an old restored painted red farmhouse-turned quaint coffee shop from the early 1900s located in Arlington, VA. Where –– if you’re lucky enough to find parking AND a seat at the Italian-style tables –– you can nosh on a heavenly donut. Hmmm… just like Homer.
#33: Start A Pumpkin Chili Tradition.
Thanks to my former college roommate, Jackie (yup, the credit goes to you, Jax!) I was roped into this whole tradition. Start a “Pumpkin Chili Baked Inside a Real Pumpkin” Tradition on Halloween. Turns out, it’s the perfect thing to spoon and cradle in your hands on a crisp autumn day. It’s a holiday recipe inspired by my old roommate, Jacki (Told you, Jackie, I wouldn’t forget!). Here are some tips for making your own! The best size…