MUSIC: COLDPLAY
"Music of the Spheres" is the ninth album by Coldplay and this one is a far-out cosmic voyage with a hopeful, life is beautiful message. Chris Martin and crew crank the optimism factor to eleven on this new, downloadable record and push hope and joy to the max on every track. I'll take it. We need the feel goods and the British foursome bring it. Coldplay will soon be embarking on a world tour with stops planned in the Bay Area in April of 2022. I'll see you in the "hopeful" section!
TV: GHOSTS
Another British export, "Ghosts," is remade for American TV audiences. "Ghosts" focuses on freelance journalist Sam and unemployed chef Jay who inherit Woodstone, the country estate owned by Sam's newly-deceased great aunt. Jay looks at the place and sees either a quick sale or a mounting pile of renovation debts, but Sam sees a lovely bed-and-breakfast and the perfect place to raise kids. But then things get ghostly and comedy ensues. The show is now three episodes in and it's good, clean, ghostly family fun. Watch it now, streaming on CBS digital platforms and every Thursday at 8 p.m.
EAT: CALAVERA
Oakland restaurant Calavera celebrates the food and culture of Mexico. This week they are celebrating all things mezcal. I enjoyed a tasting of Bozal mezcal for National Mezcal Day. Bozal is made in Sonoma County by August Sebastiani. Calaveras has an orgy of Mezcals available for all (more than 260) and has six featured Mezcal cocktails. The Uptown Oakland restaurant at 2337 Broadway is also celebrating Day of the Dead next week with special food offerings, tasty tacos and specialty cocktails too. Stop by Calavera. You'll be very happy you did.
EAT: SF RESTAURANT WEEK
Our restaurants need your support now more than ever. There are special pre-fixed menus for lunch ($15) and dinner ($40). Search the website to see if your fave restaurants are participating. It's happening now though Sunday.
SAVE THE DATE: DRAG BRUNCH
The HalloQueen Drag Brunch at The Fairmont Hotel atop Nob Hill in San Francisco is the hottest Halloween ticket in town. Join drag stars Carne Asada, Juanita More and Sister Roma for this "spooktacular" affair on next Sunday, Oct. 31st from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
BREWS: 21ST AMENDMENT
The little San Francisco brewery that could has come of age and is celebrating its 20th year. One of the early innovators, 21st Amendment helped put the city on the brewery map. Check the website for special brews and happenings at their venues in SF and San Leandro. They're open Sunday to Wednesday 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Thursday to Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
FAIR: ALAMEDA COUNTY FAIR
Enjoy all the fun and flavor of the fair at Alameda County Fair in Pleasanton. This summer fair returns for a fall audience but offers all the usual food vendors, fair rides, market stalls and fan favorites (piggy races and livestock pens). It's happening now through Oct. 31. Check the website for times.
FESTIVAL: OUTSIDE LANDS
Golden Gate Park in San Francisco is the place to be for three days of magic music, foodie fun and wonderful wines. The Gastro Magic Stage brings rock stars and rock star chefs together for culinary hijinks. Music headliners this year are: Lizzo, The Strokes and Tame Impala. Some tickets are still available. See the festival next Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
CHARITY: GOOD TIDINGS
The home of San Francisco Giants, Oracle Park is hosting the Good Tidings Gala this Sunday at 5:30 p.m. Pop star Jason Mraz headlines. Proceeds create environments for athletics, the arts, education and wonder for underserved youth. I'm honored to be on board as auctioneer for this important community event.
Have a great weekend.
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