Editor-at-Large

Sara Deseran

The town of Sonoma may not have reached Healdsburg status, but it has a charm all its own.

Bar Bibi grew out of a longtime pop-up. Better Half Coffee followed it to a brick-and-mortar. Together, they’re making magic on Russian Hill.

Joel Arias worked as La Mar Cocina Peruana’s wine director for eight years. Now he’s setting out on his own.

Kis Cafe chef-owner Luke Sung allegedly belittled an influencer and now is paying the price. 

At SPQR side project The Bar by Accarrino’s, Negronis and a hot shellfish doughnut rule the day.