Serpentine Slithers Past Pandemic Worries
Chef Tommy Halvorson’s found a way to infuse his food with equal parts Kentucky roots and the fresh, natural ingredients available to him in California. The result? San Francisco’s Serpentine.
San Francisco
Oasis Cafe: Big on Flavor and Friendliness
What do you do when you can’t find your own culture’s staple cuisine anywhere nearby? How about start your own restaurant? Taddasse Haile did exactly that. Now, Oasis Cafe serves as a neighborhood favorite for its San Francisco community.
Agriculture Needs an Equity Check Too
In today’s “Friday Feature,” Betsy Floyd explores the story of California-based Balakian Farms and speaks with its co-owner, Amber Balakian, about inequity in the agricultural industry.
Joe’s Ice Cream Keeps Things Cool
Joe’s Ice Cream keeps things cool during the pandemic, all while rebranding and building out its menu. Read the full scoop here. Spoiler alert: This shop serves more than just ice cream!
The Codmother is a Local’s Wish Come True
Fish and chips in San Francisco? The Codmother has you covered, and might even introduce a few twists on some of your seafood favorites. Read the story here!
The New Spot on Polk: A Change Agent in San Francisco’s Restaurant Industry
Sam Elbandak is more than just a restaurant owner. The New Spot on Polk founder is a change agent, and thanks to his rallying cry across the industry, San Francisco’s restaurants have been able to reduce fees charged by third party delivery platforms. Read his full story here!
Ethical Eating in a Pandemic
How does one maintain a farm-to-table diet in a time when processed foods are not only easier, but perhaps safer to obtain? Adrianna Buenviaje explores what the industry is doing to promote ethical eating during the pandemic.
Two Chicks in the Mix: Cake Icons from NorCal to SoCal
Malaka Wilson-Greene and Erica Freeman knew they wanted to be entrepreneurs, but didn’t exactly know what type of business they wanted to start. Turns out, baking was the way to go. Check out the story behind Two Chicks in the Mix here!
The Sausage Factory: Countering Covid-19 with Tradition and Community
The Sausage Factory Owner Mario Azzolino sold his restaurant back in 2002. Turns out the split was only temporary. He returned in 2018 to bring The Sausage Factory back to its glory days. Now, he’s trying hard to do just that while also battling the impact of Covid-19. Read The Sausage Factory’s story today!
A Taste of Jerusalem in the States
For Old Jerusalem, pandemic challenges have been superseded by damage caused by a fire at the beginning of the month. Read their story here and learn more about how you can help support the reopening plan!