Ingrid's San Francisco Blog April 2007 Archive

Head out to the Sunset this Saturday to bid farewell to the Canvas Gallery . . . and support local artists and designers at Feria Urbana. Feria Urbana showcases 20 ... Read More

Photo © Ingrid Taylar If you can’t tell a Honjozu from a Junmai from a Ginjo, it’s time to stop by the Takara Sake Museum or True Sake to embrace the ... Read More

If you've just moved to San Francisco, or anywhere on the BART lines, you know how convenient it is to get around on foot or by public transport. It can ... Read More

The San Francisco International Film Festival (SFIFF50) opens this Thursday (April 26) with Emanuele Crialese’s Golden Door. SFIFF is the longest running film festival in the Americas. In 1957, the ... Read More

Before a kid runs off to join the circus, it would help to have a few requisite skills on the resume. That’s where Circus! Science Under the Big Top comes ... Read More

See Dining Out for Life 2008 Information for both San Francisco and the East Bay. Make a reservation to eat and drink for a good cause -- as part of the ... Read More

On Saturday and Sunday, take advantage of the free Earth Day events and exhibits around town. Activities include nature walks, free concerts and children's activities. McLaren Park Earth Day Sunday, April 22 ... Read More

If you remember buying Zap #1 . . . or if Fritz the Cat and Mr. Natural shattered your comic world . . . you’ll want an inside ... Read More

On weekends, you'll need a reservation or some good timing and luck to squeeze into this popular SoMa hangout. Go on weeknights or off-hours and you'll have a chance to ... Read More

© Ingrid Taylar One of the spectacular things about living in San Francisco is that a dramatic change of scenery is just short trek from the city in any direction. Whether ... Read More

This week's sampling of free events and free things to do around town. Check the April calendar for other events in San Francisco. The Crucible Steel Gallery invites artists to fill ... Read More

According to Decanter Magazine, the wine societies at Oxford and Cambridge want to ratify wine tasting as an official sport. In San Francisco, wine tasting could be construed as such ... Read More

You've probably noticed the "Public Open Space" plaques at fountains, plazas and rooftop gardens around town. These urban oases are usually created in partnership between the developer and the city, ... Read More

Thanks to a major $15 million donation from the Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund, the Presidio will have 24 miles of new trails, a completed Presidio Promenade (from Lombard ... Read More

You can now buy your parking debit cards and Muni Fast Passes online, from the SFMTA website. The debit cards come in denominations of $20 and $50 and are accepted ... Read More

This week's sampling of free things to do around town. Check the April calendar for other events in San Francisco. The Museum of Craft and Folk Art has free admission every ... Read More

Indulge your appreciation for the avant-garde at the Hi/Lo Film Festival this week. Hi/Lo is a collection of "high-concept, low-budget" film shorts, spun by various international artists. The festival runs ... Read More

Even in this unpredictable spring weather, a sun break between mists is enough inspiration to seek out ice cream. It can be the perfect time to patronize shops like Bi-Rite. ... Read More

The SOMA and Embarcadero areas are outdoor galleries of public art installations. Making an itinerary of the various artworks is a good excuse to walk, look at art, eat, drink ... Read More

There's no such thing as a dumb question, but asking the Queen for both lemon and milk in your tea might disqualify you from the Princess game. Instead of letting ... Read More

© 2007 Ingrid Taylar On April 7, get a primer on our regional cheeses. The Ferry Building is the site of the Cheese Festival, hosted by CUESA (Center for Urban Education ... Read More

© 2007 Ingrid Taylar When the T-Third line goes into full service on April 7, other significant route changes will also be implemented. The #15 Third bus will be retired, replaced ... Read More

Presidio Exhibit Galleries, libraries, bookstores and parks in San Francisco host events that are easier on the wallet than, say, dinner at Fleur de Lys. Some free happenings around town this ... Read More

© 2007 Ingrid Taylar Grand View Park in the Sunset earns its name. From the park's peak, you have a sweeping view of San Francisco in any direction. The only catch ... Read More

© 2007 Ingrid Taylar It's not as though you can't get a good burrito in San Francisco. But Mexican cuisine packaged in a clubby, smooth atmosphere isn't as easy to find. ... Read More