Josh Constine

The 16 best events in SF this week, from a rooftop dance-off to a Taser knife fight

Culture

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Sara Deseran

Samin Nosrat has a new cookbook — and a whole new level of fame

Food & Drink

From Chez Panisse cook to public intellectual who can fill multiple nights in a 1,600-seat theater.

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Astrid Kane

Photos: Big Freedia took Outside Lands to church

New Orleans’ bounce queen has played this festival more times than just about anyone. Her set with the SF Gay Men’s Chorus exemplifies why attendees should arrive early.

Outside Lands’ biggest surprise might be Rebecca Black

More than a decade after the internet nearly destroyed her, a queer hyperpop princess is back.

Events

The 16 best events in SF this week, from a rooftop dance-off to a Taser knife fight

Samin Nosrat has a new cookbook — and a whole new level of fame

18 fun events in SF this week, from night markets to gladiator games

Photos: Big Freedia took Outside Lands to church

Outside Lands’ biggest surprise might be Rebecca Black