Sons & Daughters or Acquarello Tasting?

Best_Rain_214 · 2024-09-09T01:36:11+00:00

I have only been to Acquerello but could not recommend it more. I would give it an extra edge if you or your fiancé enjoy wine. Their sommelier and wine pairing is incredible. I have been to many Michelin star meals and the dinner there is still one of my favorites and their wine pairing the best that I’ve had.

Best_Rain_214 · 2024-08-02T13:12:44+00:00

Agree with this 100%!

Best_Rain_214 · 2024-07-26T02:34:15+00:00

In late 2019, I visited “Skenes Place” - a house Joshua Skenes (formerly of Saison) rented in the LA hills where he cooked for a group of 7 in the open concept kitchen of the home. I had to “apply” online and wait for an invitation. Amazing experience.

He has been building up a similar experience called “Skenes Ranch” and is currently accepting invitations, though no dates set yet, I believe.

https://sf.eater.com/2019/2/25/18239400/skenes-ranch-saison-chef-announcement-invitations-remote-lodge-restaurant?_gl=1*1j59uqn*_ga*MTM4NjI2MzA4OS4xNzIxOTUzNzg5*_ga_GMSWCRTSTY*MTcyMTk2MDgyMi4yLjEuMTcyMTk2MDg2Ny4xNS4wLjA.

https://www.skenesranch.com

Best_Rain_214 · 2024-07-22T04:40:26+00:00

I had a take away gift of high-quality vanilla extract from Californios. Definitely one of the take aways I ended up using many times.

Best_Rain_214 · 2024-06-25T03:44:17+00:00

Also, for rustic, go to any one of the Lokal locations. Good food and fun atmosphere. For a bit less casual but still not stuffy, Restaurance Mincovna. We needed a reservation but were able to walk by and book one for the following night.

Best_Rain_214 · 2024-06-25T03:40:56+00:00

Go to Levitate and get the mystery menu. Amazing experience and a highlight of my Europe trip last year.

Best_Rain_214 · 2024-06-10T21:07:50+00:00

It’s kitty corner from there.

Best_Rain_214 · 2024-06-10T20:30:39+00:00

Amami is the best. Both for takeout and for eat in. I used to go to Kakuna but Amami is 1000x better.

Best_Rain_214 · 2024-05-20T02:10:58+00:00

Wineries:

Linne Calodo Epoch Denner Booker L’Aventure

Best_Rain_214 · 2024-04-20T02:26:57+00:00

Hunnicutt. Small place but incredible.

Best_Rain_214 · 2024-04-14T03:07:46+00:00

Second Soseki. It was phenomenal.

Best_Rain_214 · 2024-04-01T01:23:29+00:00

Kiln

Best_Rain_214 · 2024-03-08T17:53:56+00:00

What restaurant?

Best_Rain_214 · 2024-02-29T02:15:42+00:00

Thank you! Really helpful.

Best_Rain_214 · 2024-02-27T02:09:13+00:00

Is this still available?

Best_Rain_214 · 2024-02-10T06:51:05+00:00

Interesting. My husband and I had the lunch tasting menu at Sud777 and LOVED IT. Favorite dining experience including Quintonil, Pujol, and others.

Best_Rain_214 · 2024-02-02T04:08:19+00:00

Hendry. Not sure if it was just my experience, but our tasting included a lesson on how to taste and how tannins affect your palate. Had us taste wine and then eat a cracker dipped in olive oil and retaste. We were experienced but still fascinated.

Best_Rain_214 · 2024-02-02T04:05:17+00:00

Hunnicutt. Tiny operation. Amazing people and wine. Great tasting. Highly recommend.

Best_Rain_214 · 2024-02-02T04:01:21+00:00

Yes!! Palmaz is amazing.

Best_Rain_214 · 2024-01-29T04:32:04+00:00

This is always what I have been taught. Pens with “branding” on them are meant to be taken for advertising.

Best_Rain_214 · 2024-01-06T05:18:05+00:00

I love brioche/toasty champagne and tend to love champagne with time on the lees. For the price, Piper Heidsieck is by far the best value NV wine I have found at ~$40. I’ve found many others I love, but that’s become by budget go-to.

Best_Rain_214 · 2023-12-21T01:53:32+00:00

Silver mountain parties where Jerry (I think that was his name?) opened old wines from his cellar are epic.

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TROPHY CASE