A First-Time Visitor’s Guide Brought to you by Local Tastes of the City Tours www.sffoodtour.com 📍 San Francisco, CA Welcome to San Francisco! Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning after years, San Francisco has something special waiting for you – iconic sights, rich culture, and unforgettable flavors. Here’s your essential guide to …

San Francisco is a city that invites exploration – not just of its world-famous landmarks, but also of the quiet streets, scenic hillsides, and neighborhoods rich with history, culture, and culinary treasures. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a lifelong local rediscovering the city, there’s something extraordinary waiting around every corner. A City Built on …

San Francisco is world-famous for its iconic cable cars, the Golden Gate Bridge, and steep streets—but many visitors don’t realize that the city is also filled with incredible hiking trails. These urban paths wind through forests, hills, gardens, and coastline—offering a peaceful way to explore beyond the guidebooks. If you’re visiting San Francisco and want …

There’s no better way to experience the true spirit of San Francisco than by wandering through its farmers markets. Picture this: the smell of just-picked herbs and fresh-baked bread in the air, the sounds of local musicians playing under sunny skies, and tables overflowing with colorful produce, handmade goods, and regional treats. Whether you’re visiting …

A Global Leader in Urban Green Space As a visitor to San Francisco, you’re in one of the best cities in the world for parks. With over 220 green spaces and a perfect park access score, you’re never far from an amazing view, a quiet garden, or a scenic walking trail. San Francisco’s parks aren’t …

Dear San Francisco Bursting with heart-pounding excitement and death-defying acrobatics, Dear San Francisco will leave you awestruck and amazed. Take a 90-minute joy ride through our City by the Bay’s busts and booms in a breathtaking aerial extravaganza perfect for your next great night out. Powered by mind-blowing circus acts, live original music, and more, …

While I’m cooking at home from our San Francisco food tour of North Beach\Little Italy and Chinatown, I’m always looking for things that I need to find as a side dish for a dinner entree. Frequently, I might use a vegetable dish or a salad, however many times soup is a great side dish. While …

While I’m cooking at home this time of year from our San Francisco Food Tour of North Beach\ Little Italy and Chinatown, one of my favorite things to have is butternut squash. There’s lots of ways to serve it, from soup to stuffing it and roasting in the oven, however one my favorite ways to …

While I’m home from our San Francisco food tour of North Beach Little Italy in Chinatown, one of my favorite dishes is eggplant parmesan. While I’m a big fan of eggplant in many dishes, in eggplant parmesan I like the eggplant to be creamy and not very bitter. To do that, I like to salt …

While I’m home from our San Francisco Food Tour of North Beach\Little Italy and Chinatown, sometimes I like a light topping for a number of dishes, from vegetables, to chicken and fish and other meats. One of the best is a combination of fruits, such as citrus fruits and apple fruits.  Cutting up a combination …