MUSIC : MICHAEL FRANTI FOR THE 510
Beloved Bay Area musician and crowd pleaser always Michael Franti is the headliner for the OAKLAND PROMISE fundraiser. The benefit promises to fulfill the college dreams of Oakland youth. Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf co-hosts the event. See you Friday at 5 p.m.
FILM: MALTESE FALCON ON TMC
Turner Classic Movies celebrates the 80th anniversary of John Huston’s classic "The Maltese Falcon." The thriller has a few local connections; one of the original falcons in the film calls John’s Grill home. Humphrey Bogart is in the lead role as a San Francisco private detective. The film noir replay on TCM as part of a month long celebration of this and other celluloid treasures.
FOOD: BAY AREA GOES AL FRESCO
San Francisco’s John’s Grill is joining many other Bay Area restaurants for outdoor dining once again. From Monterey to Mendocino, restaurants and wineries and some bars with food options are welcoming customers back as they open one more for outdoor seating only. It’s time and I am rooting for each and every one of these restaurants. Call ahead to check on dining options.
EAT: RAINY DAYS & MEATBALLS
Tosca in North Beach invites you to enjoy their magic meatballs. Available in the Specialties Shop or as an addition to their Family Meals. They recommend pairing them with their fresh house-made Chitarra pasta for the ultimate comfort meal.
READ: "JUST AS I AM" BY CICELY TYSON
The world said goodbye this week to Hollywood legend Cicely Tyson, an actor who put her heart into every role she took on. She was a deep well of courage, grace and resilience, and more than anything else, had an easy ability to channel the humanity in every role she tackled. RIP one of the wonderful ones who wants to be remembered (per recent CBS interview) with these words: "I did my best." She passed at 96 years young Thursday.
TV: VACATION TO TAIWAN
Take a vacation to the heart of Asia: Taiwan. The country boasts some of the cleanest & most innovative cuisine on the planet . The night markets are worth the trip alone, but it’s the kind hearted locals that leave a foot print on your heart and inspire you to return. I have travelled to Taiwan three times over the years and cannot recommend highly enough. The wonder and magic of Taiwan will move you and inspire your next visit. Check it out Saturday at 7 p.m. on KPIX-5.
FUNDRAISER: FOR WINCHESTER HOSPICE
Join me for a fundraiser for an important cause near and dear - Winchester Hospice in Hampshire, UK. Come one come all for some Foodie Chap fun; a romantic breakfast and a cocktail with heart. Log on and give Friday, February 5 at 11 a.m. Monies raised benefitting a soon to open hospice in Winchester, England.
CAUSE: PARTY FOR CAMPHILL
Join me Saturday at 5 p.m. for a fundraiser for CAMPHILL. The hour-long virtual gala features performances by the CAMPHILL SINGERS. The theme is Rising Above and speaks to the challenges faced during the pandemic and pressing on and rising above. See you this Saturday.
SHOP: SUPER BOWL 55
Get your NFL Football swag now for the biggest show on turf - Super Bowl 55. Tom Brady in his 10th bowl reps the Tampa Bay Bucs and goes throw-for-throw against Patrick Mahomes of the Super Bowl Champion Kansas City Chiefs. Game Day is a week from this Sunday .
SUPPORT: BERNIE & THE MITTS
Order your Bernie & The Mitts sweatshirt now. Sport the Senator from Vermont in his inauguration finest. Sweatshirts are $45 and all proceeds benefit Meals on Wheels. Nice one Bernie. It's the meme that keeps on giving.
VALENTINES: MINA’s BOX OF LOVE
This special box (Valentine’s Day Box For Two for $155) from Ayesha Curry and Chef Michael Mina offers a four-course taste of the best of International Smoke
It's available February 12 to February 14: Large format Cupid's Blush Punch for $45 (750ml), vodka, elderflower, meyer lemon, and rosé. Please order ahead.
Have a great weekend.
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