Wong takes helm of E&O Trading Co. Oct 16, 2008
Arnold Eric Wong, the founding chef and former co-owner of Bacar and of Eos, both in San Francisco, will become the executive chef of Eing Co. starting next month. The popular Southeast Asian grill, with locations in San Francisco, Larkspur, San Jose and Honolulu, will now enter its second decade as a chef-driven enterprise ... He'll be based at the San Francisco location (314 Sutter St., near Grant) and will do some cooking there, but the current kitchen staff "is great," he says, and will... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Beverly Jeans Gift Oct 14, 2008
Scott went to shows in San Francisco and Portland to find inspiration and picked a variety of eclectic items "things you won't find for 100 miles," she said. She has artwork, wrapping paper and journals by Papaya, out of Ashland; little Momiji dolls with messages inside, Yoo Hoo and Friends squeezable lemurs; short stories by artist Brian Andreas, such as "Hearing Voices" and "Still Mostly True," that were inspired by his family; unique birthday cards; soft, colorful socks and a variety of Hello... (Daily Triplicate)
Coverage is crucial Oct 13, 2008
We're fighting the underinsurance battle again, said Amy Bach, executive director of United Policyholders, based in San Francisco. It's still a super-serious problem. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Visitor's Guide to Reno's Best Anti... Oct 12, 2008
While Reno is not the place to go in search of rare books (try San Francisco or Portland), several of the booksellers at both the Virginia Street Antique Mall and Antiques & Treasures Downtown Mall handle small selections of old books. Antiques Auctions. (Suite101.com)
OJ Simpson jury says witness testimony not trusted Oct 6, 2008
San Francisco Bay Area and Northern California wedding party band playing hits from the 70s, 80s, 90s and today. www. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
This time, few cared about Simpson verdict Oct 6, 2008
San Francisco is the first stop on a trip to peel back conventional notions of the American electorate. With just a month to go, how will the campaign deploy John McCain and Sarah Palin accross the states it is tar. (International Herald Tribune)
Wine industry takes root in N.E. Georgia Oct 5, 2008
" In 1999, an Athens-based doctor, William "Sonny" Hardman, and his wife, Mary Ann, purchased 110 acres in the Rabun County town of Clayton and planted 6 acres of grapes in the 2,100-foot elevation. The Hardman's modest beginnings have led to the development of Persimmon Creek Vineyards as one of the state's best-known brands. The Persimmon Creek operation yields five different wines and sells 2,000 cases a year. The Hardman's wines are featured in such tony locales as the Ritz Carlton at... (Athens Banner-Herald)
6 wine bars up north Oct 4, 2008
The Wine Loft 17 N. San Francisco St., Flagstaff 928-773-9463 Tucked above an art gallery in the heart of downtown Flagstaff, this long, dimly lit, narrow space feels vaguely retro loungelike. The list skews European, with 320 labels - most not household names - and 30 by the glass ($5-$9. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
High-country wine bars Oct 4, 2008
17 N. San Francisco St., Flagstaff, 928-773-9463. Tucked above an art gallery in the heart of downtown Flagstaff, this long, dimly lit, narrow space feels vaguely retro loungelike. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Weekend calendar Sep 25, 2008
" The Chorale has set auditions for a Chamber Ensemble Project, which will perform at several concerts and have its own concert in May 2009. It is also auditioning quartets for Valentine's day performances to go, and planning for a major CD recording. For an audition, contact Joseph D'Eugenio at (203) 288-3021 or e-mail MiddletownChoral@aol.com or see greatermiddletownchorale.org. WESTBROOK - The Westbrook Tree Lighting Committee seeks small vocal and instrumental groups and for single... (Middletown Press, CT)
Yellow CultureBus gets the green light Sep 25, 2008
Yellow bus gets green light: CultureBus, Mayor Gavin Newsom's latest green initiative, which allows riders with a daylong ticket to visit any of San Francisco's many museums ( ), is borrowed from cities like London; Liverpool, England; and New York. New York's Culture Bus failed in the 1980s, but San Francisco's revival of the idea, with a London-style yellow bus designed by Pentagram Design, hopes to lure tourists and locals out of their cars ... Hope and succor: Andy Diaz Hope, a prolific San... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Tape says police employee wanted to 'get' O.J Sep 20, 2008
This article appeared on page A - 4 of the San Francisco Chronicle ... A citizen-driven plan for transforming a gritty part of San Francisco's South of Market area into a more pedestrian-friendly ... While you're still likely to run into many of San Francisco's best mixologists in the usual cocktail. (San Francisco Chronicle)
SCHRADER: In new home, genealogy research clippings are preserved Sep 17, 2008
Barry Schrader served as editor of the Daily Chronicle from 1969-72 and later edited and wrote columns for three newspapers in the San Francisco Bay area. He and his wife are now retired and living in DeKalb. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Businesses frustrated by eBays online policies, fee structure Sep 15, 2008
Businesses frustrated by eBays online policies, fee structure - Pittsburgh Business Times. Members: Not Registered. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
10 coolest small towns Sep 13, 2008
Population: 818 Nearest city: San Francisco, 39 miles The dilemma in Point Reyes Station is what to do first: explore Point Reyes National Seashore (415/464-5100, ) or just wander around and eat. At Toby's Feed Barn, second-generation owner Christian Giacomini runs a farmers market, gallery, and yoga studio, while still selling hay and salt licks. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Paramount Pictures Teams With W!LDBRAIN to Develop Feature Film Based on Kidrobot Limited Edition Toys for Nickelodeon Movies Sep 11, 2008
LDBRAIN has offices in Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco ... Kidrobot operates stores in New York City, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Miami. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
SCHRADER: Time capsules abound in DeKalb County Sep 10, 2008
Barry Schrader served as editor of the Daily Chronicle from 1969- 72 and later edited and wrote columns for three newspapers in the San Francisco Bay area. He and his wife are now retired and living in DeKalb. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Jury Selection To Begin In Simpson Trial Sep 8, 2008
Monday, September 8, 2008, 5:40 am. Bay Area Traffic and Real-Time Fun. (NBC 11, CA)
France in Cloverdale Sep 7, 2008
When Healdsburg interior designer Myra Hoefer met San Francisco landscape architect Todd Cole a few years ago, she didn't know they would one day engage in a friendly scuffle over designing his weekend home in Cloverdale ... Her spaces, such as the now-defunct Bizou restaurant in San Francisco, seem so European; in fact when art book publisher Taschen released a book of Parisian interiors, it featured on its cover an apartment Hoefer designed in Paris ... Just two hours north of San Francisco,... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Nation gets to know once-obscure governor Sep 5, 2008
" In liberal San Francisco - where Obama made his notorious reference to bitter small-town voters clinging to guns and religion - several voters depicted Palin's nomination as pandering to women and religious conservatives. Bob Armstrong, who attends a Methodist church, was concerned that Palin's religious beliefs might be used for political ends. "Evangelicals have had unprecedented access to the White House in the last eight years, and Palin would bring more of that," he said. Armstrong, who... (Anchorage Daily News)
Some Really Heavy Monkey Business Sep 4, 2008
FromMercedes Benz Of San Francisco ... Nathaniel Ford, the man in charge of the San Francisco. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
Shenoy takes the bugs out of Web sites of flea markets Sep 1, 2008
Members: Not Registered. for free extra services. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
'We Were Soldiers...and We Are Soldiers Still': Signed Books Available Aug 26, 2008
ICS, Inc is San Francisco's top Office Cleaning company ... Professional in-home cat care services serving San Francisco. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Collecting French antiques Aug 17, 2008
This article appeared on page F - 2 of the San Francisco Chronicle ... In early June, a handwritten note appeared on the front door of Bing Ling Zeng's San Francisco apartment, written in a language she. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Former Apple counsel Nancy Heinen to settle SEC stock-option suit Aug 15, 2008
By Michelle Quinn, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer August 15, 2008 SAN FRANCISCO -- The Securities and Exchange Commission on Thursday settled the last civil case against a former Apple Inc. executive accused of stock-option fraud, closing its investigation into one of Silicon Valley's highest profile companies. Nancy Heinen, who was Apple's general counsel until leaving in 2006, agreed to pay $2. (Los Angeles Times)
SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE CONSOLIDATED BUDGET Aug 14, 2008
COURSECREDIT (Egelko, San Francisco Chronicle) -- SAN FRANCISCO: A federal judge says the University of California can deny course credit to applicants from Christian high schools whose textbooks declare the Bible infallible and reject evolution ... TORTOISEREFUGE (Jones, San Francisco Chronicle) -- SAN FRANCISCO: Northern California's biggest tortoise refuge is the home of a couple who care for hundreds of injured, threatened and otherwise unwanted tortoises and a handful of turtles in the back... (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Elsie E. Tripp (15) Aug 13, 2008
She worked at the University of California Medical School in San Francisco. She enjoyed collecting antiques. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Luxury homes on high-end tour Aug 12, 2008
That's why she's organizing "California Luxury, a Prestigious Lifestyle Event," tied to opening night festivities of the San Francisco Symphony and Opera ... Pete Flint, CEO of Trulia in San Francisco, said overseas visitors viewing San Francisco listings on the real estate Web site has grown from 7 percent of all visitors at the beginning of the year to 10 ... Add in the weak dollar and San Francisco's global cachet, and you have a recipe for what Europeans view as bargains, he said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
REGION: Fitting 'slow food' into a fast-paced life Aug 11, 2008
On Labor Day weekend, slow foodies ---- including Di Bernardo ---- will be gathering together in San Francisco for what's being called "the Woodstock of food.". During a recent presentation at a meeting of the Murrieta Friends of the Library, Di Bernardo talked about the Hallmark Beef scandal as an example of a good reason to know exactly where your food is coming from. (North County Times)
Sioux City couple at center of gay marriage debate Aug 10, 2008
"If I pass this ordinance and in 10 years we see here what's happening now in San Francisco, I'd throw up my guts," Ferris said. "I don't condone this lifestyle.". (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Blog of the week: High design, S.F.-style Aug 10, 2008
Smith shares homes that inspire her, what she's doing with her own flea market finds, and how others have made the most of their cramped San Francisco spaces. Big bonus for local design buffs: Smith reviews San Francisco home stores, too, and shares pictures - saving you a lot of work ... This article appeared on page G - 2 of the San Francisco Chronicle. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
MAN OWNS TUOLUMNE COUNTY ORIGINALS Aug 9, 2008
One is a souvenir ribbon from the 1915 Panama Pacific Exposition the World's Fair in San Francisco. Sonora had quite an exhibit in that fair, Coffill said. (The Union Democrat)
Elvis' Peacock Jumpsuit Sells For $300K Aug 8, 2008
Friday, August 8, 2008, 6:47 am. Brad Barket/Getty Images. (NBC 11, CA)
* 'Shinjuku' or broke Aug 6, 2008
As the name implies (m, which means old gold clothing, is a play on the Chinese for San Francisco), I Love SF focuses on American styles, with buyers regularly sending vintage dresses, college T-shirts, jackets and shoes back from the US. Shoppers who want something a bit more modern can buy dresses made from vintage fabric; the stores ruched elastic tops are wearable as a strapless sundress or a flowing skirt ... Prices are very reasonable, especially if youve actually gone vintage... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Pastor convicted of murdering elderly rancher Aug 6, 2008
This article appeared on page B - 1 of the San Francisco Chronicle. Comments. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Preacher Convicted In Murder Of Rancher Aug 5, 2008
This article appeared on page B - 1 of the San Francisco Chronicle ... Real Estate Connect at San Francisco's ornate Palace. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Weekend in ... New Orleans Aug 5, 2008
About an hour beyond the city are Oak Alley, known for its famous giant oak canopy, and the San Francisco "steamboat" mansion. Both are included with a riverboat jazz cruise at $95 per adult, $75 child. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Around the House: Live bigger in a small space Aug 3, 2008
This article appeared on page F - 2 of the San Francisco Chronicle ... Hillary Rodham Clinton delivered a rousing call to thousands of union workers in San Francisco on. (San Francisco Chronicle)
VENUS SWIMWEAR: The grit behind the glamour Aug 3, 2008
She's also pursuing acting, but it was her initial failings as an actress that sparked her move from Los Angeles back to San Francisco, her hometown. "I was getting so down on myself when I went to auditions, only to find myself in a room with 20 people who looked just like me," she said. (Florida Times-Union)
Visiting The Navajo Nation Aug 2, 2008
I'm going beyond the bubble of San Francisco and New York, far from the coasts and cities that create most of our entertainment culture, to find stories from the heartland, where the loggers and shooters and fixers are world class, not the pastries ... This article appeared on page E - 1 of the San Francisco Chronicle. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Turkeys fly, elk graze and fog scares us Aug 2, 2008
Don and I have been friends with the Ryens since 1970-'71 during our Army days, when Don and Allen were assigned to the Presidio in San Francisco. Both men were assigned to the psychology clinic at Letterman Hospital. (Juneau Empire)
AT TAHOE, WHAT'S INSIDE IS ALL ABOUT THE OUTSIDE Jul 31, 2008
This article appeared on page G - 1 of the San Francisco Chronicle ... In the first six months of this year, 184 San Francisco city employees made at least $30,000. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Backyard Escapes Won't Break Summer Travel Budget Jul 27, 2008
If you live near San Francisco try Monterey/Carmel, Calif. If you live near Dallas/Ft. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Save money on U.S., international travel Jul 26, 2008
City Pass is available for Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Houston, Hollywood, New York, Philadelphia, Seattle, San Francisco, Southern California, and Toronto. As an example for a "staycation" or house guests, the Atlanta City Pass ($69 for adults and $49 for youth 3-12) costs about half the price of regular admission to six of Atlanta's top attractions: Georgia Aquarium; New World of Coca-Cola; Zoo Atlanta; Inside CNN Atlanta Studio Tour; a choice of the Fernbank Museum of Natural History or the... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Planetwide Games Teams Up With 4Kids Entertainment and TC Digital Games For MashON Chaotic(TM) Comic Book Creator Jul 26, 2008
Copyright & Trademark Lawyers With Offices In San Francisco. www. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Brewers expecting big crowds at home Jul 25, 2008
"It makes you kind of want to taste the same thing they are and not have to use the bullpen." Parra came close on Sunday in San Francisco on the way to winning his eighth straight decision. Parra worked a career-best 7 2/3 innings, allowing only four hits through seven frames before the Giants rallied for three hits and two runs in the eighth. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Hollywood and lines Jul 25, 2008
In 2008, he's already worked comic book/sci-fi/fantasy shows in San Francisco, Chicago and Philadelphia. And this is what we hear there, 500 times a day: 'You think this is a great show. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Remembering Mike Coolbaugh Jul 23, 2008
Among the items auctioned off last year were autographed jerseys, balls, bats, photos and other baseball collectibles from such luminaries as Alex Rodriguez, Derek Jeter, Manny Ramirez and Nolan Ryan; collectibles from the NBA, NFL and country music industry; vacation packages to Vail, Seattle, San Francisco and Phoenix; and sporting event tickets. But there is one thing that Cheryl Coolbaugh would like to see more of: active players and veterans participating in the golf tournament. (MLB.com -- Colorado Rockies)
Challenge Online Games locks down $4.5M from venture capital firm Jul 13, 2008
Challenge Online Games locks down $4. 5M from venture capital firm - Austin Business Journal. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
Places To Get Dizzy Jul 6, 2008
Vertigo's' San Francisco locations. Article:'Vertigo's' San Francisco locations:/c/a/2008/07/04/PK4V10P1DV.DTL Article:'Vertigo's' San Francisco locations:/c/a/2008/07/04/PK4V10P1DV.DTL ... Vertigo's' San Francisco locations. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
From handbags to diamonds, eBay a target Jul 2, 2008
SAN FRANCISCO A French court dealt EBay Inc. a blow for selling fake luxury goods, but while the Internet auctioneer's business model is unlikely to change, further legal setbacks could shave its margins. In the near term, the biggest damage could be to the eBay brand, which promises shoppers the widest range of goods in a marketplace that connects millions of buyers and sellers. (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
A career as a doctor, and a bed of his own Jun 23, 2008
KURT HEGRE / THE FRESNO BEE "If they can do it, you can do it," Tong Moua, left, told his son John, a pediatric resident in the UC San Francisco program in Fresno and an Edison High School graduate. ERIC PAUL ZAMORA / FRESNO BEE John Moua greets his next patients. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Phone companies off the hook on wiretapping Jun 21, 2008
MYKEL CARDOZA San Francisco ... Yes, San Francisco, we do wear shoes ... We have access to both San Francisco and the Sierra as we chose. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
'Terminator' Effects Guru Stan Winston Dies Jun 18, 2008
Wednesday, June 18, 2008, 5:55 am. ImageStan Winston on the set of the 2003 film "Terminator 3: Judgment Day". (NBC 11, CA)
Pat Garrett's sheriff's badge nets $100,000 Jun 17, 2008
To see Pat Garrett's badge and rifle, and the other collected works at auction, go to Greg Martin Auctions from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today at 660 Third St., San Francisco, or see ... This article appeared on page B - 1 of the San Francisco Chronicle. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Community datebook (6/17/08) Jun 17, 2008
San Francisco at Anchorage Bucs, 2 p.m., Mulcahy Stadium. The Bucs host the Seals in Alaska Baseball League action. (Anchorage Daily News)
Lufthansa's labor of love: restoring old junkers Jun 17, 2008
Back then, Lufthansa marketed the Starliner as its "Super Star." A Starliner flew the longest-duration scheduled flight ever, a 23-hour-19-minute trip from London to San Francisco - a hop jetliners now cover in less than half the time. Lufthansa's standard Starliner flew 86 passengers, but a swankier version carried 30 highfliers in luxury. (AZCentral -- Business)
Condiment Column Jun 16, 2008
Monday, June 16, 2008, 5:20 am. What's your favorite hot dog topping. (NBC 11, CA)
Jobs trots out new iPhone but stores will have to wait Jun 10, 2008
The announcement was made at Apple s Worldwide Developers Conference in San Francisco. At the newly opened Apple store on Boylston Street in Back Bay, several customers and employees checked blogs and the live audio feed from San Francisco for updates on Jobs speech ... Several customers stopped in as the San Francisco conference was going on to see if the new phone was in stock and about to go on sale. (Boston Herald)
Frugal fuel for fancy drivers Jun 10, 2008
With all the news of the opening of the Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco comes word from the Judah L. Magnes Museum in Berkeley, which had once planned a merger with the CJM: Executive director Terry Alexander will leave at the end of June, "in order to more fully attend to some personal and family matters." Since she took the job, in January 2005, the museum has raised more than $11 million ... On June 22 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Hilton San Francisco Financial District (where... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Telluride Festival Of The Arts Announces 2008 Juried Artists Jun 9, 2008
Bringing together culinary experts from a variety of cuisines as well as both renowned and emerging visual artists from across the United States, TFA will play host to more than 7,000 local and regional visitors, as well as guests from as far away as New York, Dallas, Chicago, Los Angeles, Phoenix and San Francisco. In addition to the annual art show, highlights of the 2008 Festival will include celebrity chef demonstrations, food seminars, a progressive tasting series and a grand tasting. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
City Chase teammates thrilled by adventure Jun 9, 2008
Next up: San Francisco, Boston, Seattle, Chicago and New York. The winning teams from each race will compete in a national contest this year at an undisclosed location. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
ChunkEbusiness,com Jun 4, 2008
Dianne, a third partner, lives in the San Francisco Bay area ... Then, a few years ago, north of San Francisco, BBW dances started popping up. (Suite101.com)
This week's DVD report (June 1) Jun 1, 2008
And Harry Callahan's obsessive pursuit of San Francisco serial killer Scorpio (Andy Robinson) still feels pitch-dark at points, never mind the pop thrill of that signature "Do I feel lucky" refrain. (It's a sense indirectly aided by last year's "Zodiac," and its clinical depiction of the way real-world SFPD powerlessly slogged through the case on which the Scorpio story line was modeled. (Boston Globe)
Revision3's Servers Knocked Offline by Copyright Cop May 31, 2008
Revision3 is a San Francisco based Internet video company that produces and distributes such popular shows as , , and. Prior to this attack, there wasn't a lot of reason to suggest Revision3 and MediaDefender to have a lot in common, never mind a beef with each other. (PC World)
