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Sworn to Secrecy

You’re a sucker for the hush-hush, the underground, the quietly tucked away.

Unlisted numbers bring out the P.I. in you. Buried treasures haunt your dreams. And signless, covert doorways induce a Goonie-like thrill.

So you’ll certainly dig The Hidden Vine, ...

Spanish Inquisition

Life is full of tough questions. Are we alone in the universe? Is the man-of-the-moment playing it cool, or is he just not that into you? Does expensive shampoo really make a difference?

While you ponder life’s biggest issues, rest ...

Ritual de lo Habitual

You wouldn’t say you’re a slave to ritual. But you’re pretty darn close.

You rise at 7:23 a.m. every day. (Okay, 7:43, post-snooze button abuse.) You throw on the obligatory Earnest Sewns, white button-down, and cable-knit sweater. And by 9 ...

Name Dropping

For women unlucky enough to be born with a last name like Slutsky, Hemmerdinger, or Zitgob, the thought of giving it up for their soon-to-be husband’s isn’t all that painful.

For others, it can be tough to let go.

Lisa ...

Say It with Flowers

If you’re going to San Francisco … Be sure to wear some flowers in your hair …

True San Franciscans know that’s not a very good idea. Around here, fresh cut flowers tend to wilt from the humidity or drown ...

It's Got Legs

Certain things in life should be stressful. Moving cross-country. Living on a budget. Shedding ten pounds.

Picking out a good bottle of wine shouldn’t be.

Which is precisely the idea behind Vintage Berkeley, a wine store in the old water ...

Bedtime for Beauties

The ’80s. When Friday night with the girls meant OD’ing on cookie dough and dancing around the house in cute little matching pajamas.

Oh, how times have changed. Last weekend’s fuel came straight up with a twist. The girls have ...

Mexico Pretty

James Taylor sings, Oh, down in Mexico. I never really been so I don’t really know.

If you’re in the same boat, head to Impala, the new Mexican restaurant and lounge in North Beach, located in the space that once ...