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The Sequoia Bar at Wayfare Tavern – San Francisco Cocktail Bar

The Sequoia Bar in San Francisco’s Financial District is a trendy lounge with amazing decor and great cocktails, but there’s another reason you HAVE to check it out! Read on….Private Bank Vault Lounge with Malachite Wallpaper The Sequoia San Francisco

Cheers friends! Here’s a look at one of my favorite new bars in San Francisco, The Sequoia. Located in the Financial District, you may have walked by it a dozen times and without ever knowing it’s there.

Before I go on, here’s a quick video featuring The Sequoia and two of my other favorite San Francisco cocktail bars!

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January 22, 2018  •  Filed Under: California, San Francisco, Travel No Comments

Perfectly Chewy Vegan Oatmeal Cookies

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These 200 calorie chewy vegan oatmeal cookies make me feel like a world without butter could be a world I could get used to. Almond flour adds the perfect texture and keeps them moist and a dollop of jam is the perfect finish.

You may have noticed that I’m not vegan.

Not even a little. (Ahem, spicy bacon caramel popcorn anyone?)  I love vegan food though and am always looking for ways to reduce my consumption of animal based products. Vegan desserts though never seem to live up to the real thing.

My friend Nalini brought these chewy vegan oatmeal cookies to a Monday Macro dinner in Palo Alto (unfortunately now defunct) and they blew.my.mind.  Soft and tender goodness topped off with a dab of homemade jam.  Talk about amazing – no bacon (or butter for that matter) needed. I demanded the recipe on the spot…. Read More »

January 17, 2018  •  Filed Under: Desserts, Gluten Free Recipes, Healthy Snacks, Recipes, Snacks, Vegan Recipes No Comments

Macy’s Event :: Reflected Resolutions Pop-Up Photo Experience

Free San Francisco Events at Macy's Union Square

Hey! I just wanted to pop in today to tell you about a really fun event at Macy’s Union Square this weekend! Macy’s is teaming up with NYC-based artist Andy Lin to create an amazing interactive experience. Andy is a National Geographic Traveler award-winning photographer and the creator and administrator of the Self-Portrait Project. As a part of the project, Andy will be creating a series of self-portraits to tell a story of resolutions and new beginnings for 2018. The subject of the series – YOU!… Read More »

January 10, 2018  •  Filed Under: Life, Love, Etc. No Comments

LaLe Inner Sunset – San Francisco Mediterranean Restaurant

Review and photos of Lale Restaurant in the Inner Sunset San Francisco. Best Mediterranean food in the city and an amazing value! Also check out their brunch menu.Best Mediterranean Restaurants San Francisco - LaLe Inner Sunset Delivery

Mediterranean food is the ultimate comfort food. Unlike many of the comfort foods I indulge in, (cough, ice cream) it’s also good for you. All the indulgence without the guilt.

If you’re looking for a great Mediterranean restaurant in San Francisco, my favorite is LaLe restaurant in the Inner Sunset neighborhood…. Read More »

January 4, 2018  •  Filed Under: California, San Francisco, Travel No Comments

Our 2017 Holiday Letter

I hope your holidays were amazing! This is the letter that we send out with our holiday cards this year. I thought it would be fun to share it here too! Golden Hour Photo Marin Headlands at Sunset

I think I say this every year but oh man there were a lot of changes in our lives this year!… Read More »

January 2, 2018  •  Filed Under: Life, Love, Etc. 2 Comments

The Riddler Champagne Bar San Francisco

The Riddler Champagne Bar in Hayes Valley San Francisco is the place for a night out! Don’t forget to try their tater tot waffle and chocolate caviar.

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The Riddler Champagne Bar in the Hayes Valley neighborhood of San Francisco might be the city’s classiest venue. With over 100 types of champagne and sparking wine on their menu and delicious bites like tater tot waffles, they have something for everyone! Add to that beyond gorgeous decor with french vibes, lush greens and charming details…can we talk about me moving in? It’s definitely a San Francisco gem.

Read on for more about The Riddler and more photos – and videos (!) – from when Cynthia and I visited!

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December 27, 2017  •  Filed Under: California, San Francisco, Travel 2 Comments

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Hi! I’m Kelly. I live in San Francisco with my husband, Pat, and our puppy, Maddie. Here you’ll find recipes, DIYs, style, travel & a glimpse into our adventures. To learn a little more about me, Click Here.

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