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Food tours and food experiences
Where did your dinner come from? In California, the answer is probably – your backyard. Ok, maybe not that close. But with a third of U.S. vegetables and 75% of U.S. fruits and nuts grown here, your food definitely didn’t need to take a cross-country flight to get to you. After a scenic drive up the coast, it …
Welcome to SF Chinatown, where you can choose your own adventure and you never have to do it on an empty stomach! Whether you’re looking for an authentic Chinese meal, a drink at a local watering hole, or a peek into the neighborhood’s storied past, we have all the ins and outs on what goes …
TAKE A BITE OUT OF THE BEST BAGELS IN NYC We all get a hankering for a good bagel with a healthy slab of cream cheese every so often. If you’re in New York and on the lookout for the best bagels in NYC, stick around for a minute. We’ve compiled a list of 15 …
It’s that time of year again – let’s get to cooking! Thanksgiving happened in the blink of an eye and Christmas decorations quickly scurried out of the woodwork onto everyone’s Instagram feed. We’re still wondering where Halloween went! But now the merry part of the year is in full force and we are here for …
Gather Together to Share a Dish at the Best Dim Sum in NYC There’s a reason dim sum is such a popular choice, but it can be a bit overwhelming to find the best dim sum in NYC when you’re faced with so many different options. Dim sum lovers probably know that the the name …
THE BEST PIZZA IN NYC CHECK OUT ALL THE BEST SPOTS TO TASTE PIZZA AROUND NEW YORK Grab a Slice of Heaven With the Best Pizza in NYC There may be an ongoing battle between New York and other cities around America as to who has the best pizza overall, but we stand firm in …
We’re Real Sweet on These 9: Best Desserts in San Francisco It’s easy to get caught up in the swirl of options when you want the best desserts in San Francisco, but the search doesn’t have to sour your mood! This city offers some of the best sweet-tooth satisfaction around, be it ice cream, candy, baked …
The Best Seafood in San Francisco: Superlative Edition It’s no secret that San Francisco is one of the best places to eat seafood in the world. The abundance and variety of top-notch options can make choosing where to find the best seafood in San Francisco more than a little overwhelming. Pile this on top of …
by Kara R | Jul 6, 2020 | SF Foodie Blog, Stretchy Pants Blog Best San Francisco Food Trucks Just a few years ago could you have imagined ordering Russian blinis out of a red truck? What about an Indian burrito? Or perhaps frozen custard? Up until relatively recently, you’d have to grab a table at a restaurant or place a …
By Chandler Henry It’s an egg-cellent time for these easy Easter appetizers! The following easy Easter appetizer recipes are all based on the almighty, all-satisfying, versatile egg. Each recipe utilizes the power of the egg in a different way. Sometimes boiled, sometimes whisked, and sometimes mixed. Used as a binder, the main star, and as …
Sit On Top of the World at the 10 Best Rooftop Bars in San Francisco Here at Stretchy Pants, we’re all for a good cocktail pairing. Margaritas with tacos, gin with cheese plates, martinis with oysters – and how about a beautiful view with all of them? That can be had at any of San …
City-View Sips Where: Alameda Imagine a place where you can taste a flight of reds, learn about the terroir of gin, sip on vodka distilled from Karl the Fog, and kick back with a pint overlooking the SF skyline. Well friends, we are happy to report that this magical place does, in fact, exist and …
By Chandler Henry Time to start the new year with these Healthy Dessert Recipes! Date Tahini Balls – The On The Go One These power balls will keep you satisfied throughout the day, when you’re running out the door, or when you want a guiltless late night nibble. We’ve all been there – this healthy …
…With an Emphasis on food 🙂 Holiday Gift Ideas …All things food! It’s that time of year again. Black Friday sales will soon be upon us, Friendsgivings will seem to outnumber Thanksgivings, and we’ll seem to remember all of a sudden that we forgot to start getting gifts for people. Or, perhaps you know it’s …
By Chandler Henry Get ready for the holidays with these easy Thanksgiving recipes! Thanksgiving. A time for over indulgence, over drinking, over sharing, and under buttoning – let’s be real, you’ve already got your stretchy pants laid out for this meal. End of year jitters have arrived and you’re more than ready for a break …
San Francisco Holiday Office Party Ideas With the holiday season knocking on our doors, office managers and office administrators around the Bay Area are busy planning the best holiday office parties for their organizations. We’re not talking about cake-in-the-conference-room type parties either. We’re talking about parties that you’ll call home about, share on your Instagram, …
by Kara R | Oct 17, 2019 | Recipe Blog, Stretchy Pants Blog | 2 comments Boo! Did fall sneak up on you too? The autumn equinox has passed, the leaves turn to rust and gold, and pumpkin spiced everything makes way to all menus out there- it’s time for the sweet treats of fall. Halloween desserts are here for a bloody good time. Let’s creep it real …
by Kara R | Oct 8, 2019 | SF Foodie Blog, Stretchy Pants Blog 13 of the best places to get San Francisco Sourdough It’s crispy and crunchy. It’s tangy and sour. It holds up your favorite sandwich and sops up your most-loved soup. Sourdough bread is in a league of its own, and no city is more famous for this …
by Kara R | Sep 22, 2019 | SF Foodie Blog, Stretchy Pants Blog | 3 comments Famous San Francisco Restaurants So you want to eat at one of San Francisco’s famous restaurants. Great news! There are a ton of iconic spots all over the city to choose from. Now, we know what you’re thinking: Stretchy Pants, how can you possibly list all of …
by Kara R | Sep 9, 2019 | Recipe Blog, Stretchy Pants Blog | 1 comment Canning vegetables, ever wonder how your grandma produced the most perfect pickles or always had tomatoes on hand even in the dead of winter? Canning vegetables revolutionized preservation techniques just over a century ago, and boy are we grateful! The history of canning vegetables didn’t quite start with the Ball brothers and their now classic …
by Kara R | Sep 3, 2019 | Stretchy Pants Blog, Travel Tips | 22 comments Six Things to Drink and Eat in Singapore, Singapore The city-state of Singapore is not only a cultural and financial hub of Southeast Asia but a budding food Mecca. With cultural ties to Indonesia, Malaysia, China, Vietnam and many other countries, Singapore is a true melting pot, filled …
Farm-to-Table in San Francisco #3 Plow Joel Bleskacek and Maxine Siu brought Plow to the Potrero Hill neighborhood in 2010. They focus on no-fuss recipes and have a great menu just for kids. Breakfast and lunch are the stars here with options like lemon ricotta pancakes and smoked trout toast. Farms and purveyors featured at this farm-to-table …
Ah, summer- when produce blossoms into a real life Picasso. Flavors, colors, and shapes dance from the eyes to the mouth as these vibrant fruits and vegetables grace our plates for just a few short months. Farmer’s markets are in full swing, crowded with home chefs anxious to get their hands on the season’s finest. …
Slurp Francisco – 8 of the Best Oyster Bars in San Francisco When summer hits, it’s that wonderful time of year to shirk your responsibilities, catch some rays (outside of SF, lol) and slurp rosé and oysters, ALL DAY. Did you know that eating oysters is actually good for the environment? Oysters can be beyond sustainable, …
