By Michelle Robertson and and Alyssa Pereira, SFGATE Updated 1:28 pm PDT, Thursday, May 23, 2019 The Valencia Room, formerly Elbo Room, opened at 647 Valencia St. this week. The Valencia Room, formerly Elbo Room, opened at 647 Valencia St. this week. Photo: Michelle Robertson/SFGATE Photo: Michelle Robertson/SFGATE Image 1 of / 27 Caption Close Image 1 of 27 The Valencia Room, formerly Elbo Room, opened at 647 Valencia St. this week. The Valencia Room, formerly Elbo Room, opened at 647 Valencia St. this week. Photo: Michelle Robertson/SFGATE The Valencia Room, formerly Elbo Room, officially open 1 / 27 Back to Gallery Besides a fresh coat of ceiling paint and a flashy new sign, … [Read more...] about The Valencia Room, formerly Elbo Room, officially open
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The new items Trader Joe’s just released are so on trend
By Alix Martichoux, SFGATE Updated 4:00 am PDT, Thursday, May 23, 2019 Mochi Cake MixPrice: 3.99 Whoever decides what new products to release at Trader Joe's is very on trend. Mochi is super hot right now, but how does this version hold up? One staffer who baked the mix into a mochi cake said it has that chewy mochi texture, but needed more flavor. It would benefit from being spiked with matcha or chocolate. less Mochi Cake Mix Price: 3.99 Whoever decides what new products to release at Trader Joe's is very on trend. Mochi is super hot right now, but how does this version hold up? One staffer who baked the mix into a ... more Photo: Alix Martichoux / SFGATE Photo: Alix Martichoux / SFGATE Image 1 of / 30 Caption Close Image 1 of 30 Mochi Cake MixPrice: 3.99 Whoever … [Read more...] about The new items Trader Joe’s just released are so on trend
A guide to the Bay Area’s many Michelin star restaurants
By Amanda Bartlett Updated 4:00 am PDT, Wednesday, May 22, 2019 THREE STARS: Benu, San Francisco 22 Hawthorne Street, San Francisco Referred to as "an oasis in the heart of the city" by the Michelin Guide, this minimalist spot in the SoMa neighborhood, run by chef Corey Lee, presents Korean small delicacies and notable wines in a sleek, posh atmosphere. less THREE STARS: Benu, San Francisco 22 Hawthorne Street, San Francisco Referred to as "an oasis in the heart of the city" by the Michelin Guide, this minimalist spot in the SoMa neighborhood, run by chef Corey ... more Photo: John Storey Photo: John Storey Image 1 of / 140 Caption Close Image 1 of 140 | Michelin Stars THREE STARS: Benu, San Francisco 22 Hawthorne Street, San Francisco Referred to as "an oasis in … [Read more...] about A guide to the Bay Area’s many Michelin star restaurants
How many pistachios are there in that cup of Bulgarini gelato?
Gelato, of course, is made of more than just nuts. Those 300 kilograms of pistachios are roasted, ground and mixed with 700 liters of a milk base composed of milk, sugar and milk powder. … [Read more...] about How many pistachios are there in that cup of Bulgarini gelato?
Whole Foods is making eco-friendly changes to their packaging
By Alix Martichoux, SFGATE Published 11:23 am PDT, Monday, May 20, 2019 This June 5, 2017, photo, shows produce displayed at Whole Foods Market in Andover, Mass. The company announced it would reduce some plastic packaging and eliminate plastic straws in stores. This June 5, 2017, photo, shows produce displayed at Whole Foods Market in Andover, Mass. The company announced it would reduce some plastic packaging and eliminate plastic straws in stores. Photo: Elise Amendola, Associated Press Photo: Elise Amendola, Associated Press Image 1 of / 43 Caption Close Image 1 of 43 This June 5, 2017, photo, shows produce displayed at Whole Foods Market in Andover, Mass. The company announced it would reduce some plastic packaging and eliminate plastic straws in stores. … [Read more...] about Whole Foods is making eco-friendly changes to their packaging