Discoveries await.
It’s a week for the curious. Try new fare at the openings of JouJou, North Italia, and the SF outpost of Grand Lake Kitchen. Revive your senses at an art event/feast with Frida Kahlo’s family, the "finale" of Napa Valley's mustard season, and a community bean potluck in Berkeley. Then learn, listen, dance, and be seen at two Cal Academy events.
Jump ahead to this week's top events:
Party with Non Stop Bhangra at Cal Academy’s adults-only after-hours shindig.
Support BIPOC woman-owned food businesses during a Women’s History Month pop-up at the Ferry Plaza.
Send off the season in style at the Mustard Celebration Finale in Napa.
Have a good one.
Drop into Delfina for an aperitivo hour featuring the bright, fruity pinot noirs of Orso Rosso and pre-roll goodies from Sonoma Hills Farm; 5pm to 6:30pm. // Delfina, 3621 18th St. (Mission); delfinasf.com
Dive inside Jon Bonné’s The New French Wine, when the critically acclaimed author stops by Copra for a five-course tasting menu pairing vibrant South Indian flavors with five wines featured in the book; Monday at 6pm. // Copra, 1700 Fillmore St. (Pacific Heights); reservations at opentable.com
Go for some good JouJou at the new seafood-forward restaurant from Lazy Bear and True Laurel alums David Barzelay and Colleen Booth; Tuesdays through Sundays at 4pm. // JouJou, 65 Division St. (SoMa); reservations at exploretock.com
Grab brunch at Grand Lake Kitchen, the Oakland noshery now open in Noe Valley serving up chilaquiles verde, pastrami eggs benedict, and savory French toast; Wednesdays through Sundays, 9am to 9pm. // Grand Lake Kitchen, 1199 Church St. (Noe Valley); reservations at grandlakekitchen.com
Check out the buzz at North Italia, the national Italian restaurant concept coming to the Bay. Stop in for a live DJ, vintage Vespa photo moment, and authentic Italian fare; Wednesday, 11am to 6pm. // North Italia, 1179 Locust St. (Walnut Creek); details at northitalia.com
Find your new favorite bubbly (water) at a tasting class dedicated to the nuances of tap, still, and sparkling H2O from different brands; Tuesday, 6pm to 7:30pm. // Alcademics, 57 Post St., Ste. 608 (FiDi); register at eventbrite.com
Witness music and nature collide in the SF Symphony’s SoundBox space, when composer Gabriella Smith curates the multisensory Urban Forest; April 10th and 11th at 8:30pm. // Davies Symphony Hall, 201 Van Ness Ave. (Civic Center), tickets at sfsymphony.org
Thank you to our partners at the San Francisco Symphony.
Celebrate Academy Day with pay-what-you-can admission, live animals, jazz music, exclusive merch, and mascot meet-and-greets at Cal Academy for its 173rd birthday; Thursday, 9:30am to 5pm. // California Academy of Sciences, 55 Music Concourse Dr. (Golden Gate Park); details at calacademy.org
Stay to party with Non Stop Bhangra during a night of dancing and vibrant Indian culture during Cal Academy’s adults-only after-hours shindig; Thursday, 6pm to 9pm. // California Academy of Sciences, 55 Music Concourse Dr. (Golden Gate Park); tickets at calacademy.org
Tour the Rhine House with Beringer wine and learn about the architectural craftsmanship and storied history of the stunning Napa Valley estate; Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 11am. // Rhine House, 2000 Main St. (St. Helena); reservations at beringer.com
Experience the legacy and lineage of Frida Kahlo with an exclusive art event and dinner with two of her descendents exhibiting original works of photography and serving up a multi-course seasonal feast, accompanied by Realm Cellar wines; Thursday at 5:30pm; chef Diego Isunza Kahlo’s residency through April 26th. // Compline, 1300 1st St., Ste. 312 (Napa); reservations at opentable.com
Raise a glass to women in wine at a Women’s History Month dinner led by wine master and industry leader Clare Tooley with the Boisset Collection; Thursday, 6:30pm to 9:30pm. // Bourbon Steak, 335 Powell St. (TenderNob); reservations at sevenrooms.com
RSVP oui to the opening of La Fête de la Francophonie, a showcase of voices and stories from across the Francophone world that kicks off with a curated program of short films; Thursday, 6pm to 10:30pm. // Alliance Française de San Francisco, 1345 Bush St. (TenderNob); tickets at afsf.com
Catch Azalina Eusope’s latest collaboration when the renowned chef heads to Canela for a limited-run menu created with chef Mat Schuster that blends Malaysian street food with Spanish tapas culture; Thursday through Sunday. // Canela Bistro Bar, 2272 Market St. (Upper Market); reservations at canelasf.com
See climate change through the eyes of queens with a series of drag performances at a night of climate advocacy; Thursday, at 7pm. // The Commons at KQED 2601 Mariposa St. (Mission); tickets at kqed.org
Embark on a mini San Jose bar crawl from Alter Ego Cocktail Club to Miniboss to Paper Plane, enjoying exclusive menu items and live entertainment in honor of their anniversaries; Friday through Sunday. // Alter Ego Cocktail Club & Still O.G., 66 S 1st St.; Miniboss, 52 E Santa Clara St.; and Paper Plane, 72 S First St. (San Jose); stillog.ba
Indulge in whiskey and chocolate during a guided tasting experience with Dirty Habit and Socola Chocolatier curated for International Whiskey Day; Friday at 6pm and 8pm. // Dirty Habit, 12 Fourth St. (SoMa); tickets at opentable.com
Add a little drama to your weekend with Marin Symphony’s Masterworks 3. From soaring violin solos by Ani Bukujian to electrifying orchestral showpieces, their latest program delivers passion, rhythm, and unforgettable live music; April 11th and 12th. // Marin Symphony, 15 Laurel Ave. (Kentfield); tickets at marinsymphony.org
Thank you to our partners at the Marin Symphony.
Support BIPOC woman-owned food businesses during a Women’s History Month pop-up featuring delicious food, crafts, and community spotlighting more than a dozen local vendors; Saturday, 9am to 2pm. // Ferry Plaza Farmers Market, (Embarcadero); details at foodwise.org
Have an avian encounter during a bicycle tour exploring San Francisco birds in Golden Gate Park and Land's End; Saturday, 10am to 3pm. // McLaren Lodge, 501 Stanyan St. (Golden Gate Park); register at shapingsf.org
Create one-of-a-kind artful botanical prints on a silk scarf and paper collages in an immersive workshop that takes you through the sourcing, design, and creation; Saturday, 10am to 4pm. // MarinMOCA, 1210 Fifth Ave. (San Rafael); register at marinmoca.org
Head to Berkeley for the Itty Bitty Market, a collection of craft and jewelry makers, artists, and vintage vendors selling curated wares; Saturday, 11am to 4pm. // Fourth Street Shops, 1834 Fourth St. (Berkeley); details on Instagram
Enjoy high tea and fresh art at The Ritz-Carlton’s 35th Anniversary Coral Tea. Nosh on coral-colored treats, and sip Veuve Clicquot and premium brews; Saturday and Sunday, 2pm to 4pm. // The Ritz Carlton, 600 Stockton St. (Nob Hill); reservations at sevenrooms.com
Don flowers in your hair during a flower crown workshop with Little Shop of Horticulture centered on fresh local blooms; Saturday, 2pm to 4pm. // Treehouse SIlicon Valley, 1100 North Mathilda Ave. (Sunnyvale); register at treehousehotels.com
Send off the season in style at the Mustard Celebration Finale, which brings together the best of Napa Valley’s food, wine, and art for tastings, experiences, and more; Saturday, 10am to 4pm. // CIA at Copia, 500 1st St. (Napa); tickets at napavalleymustardcelebration.com
Take a journey with Alice in Wonderland, a contemporary take on a children's classic from the Mark Foehringer Dance Project, featuring a live 11-piece chamber orchestra and a score by Camille Saint-Saëns; Saturday and Sunday at 11am and 2pm. // Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture, 2 Marina Blvd. (Marina); tickets at mfdpsf.org
Tour Napa’s new Serge Sorokko Gallery with founder and curator Serge Sorokko and architect Craig Steely, including a walkthrough of the photography exhibit CUBA: Two Worlds–One Vision; Saturday, 1:30pm to 3pm. // Serge Sorokko Gallery, 1500 First St. and 1301 First St. (Napa); register at designbayarea.org
Live it up with legumes at a potluck gathering of bean lovers in Berkeley; Sunday, 1pm to 3pm. // Willard Park, 2730 Hillegass Ave. (Berkeley); details on Instagram
Spend your Sunday appreciating the saree, with a day dedicated to the global symbol of culture and style including a fashion show, tie-dying, block printing, and sarees on view; Sunday, 10am to 4:30pm. // Asian Art Museum, 200 Larkin St. (Civic Center); tickets at asianart.org
Get hyped for the return of Pebble Beach Food and Wine. The weekend-long event brings together world-class chefs and distinguished winemakers for more than 50 tastings, dinners, and chef-led experiences along the California coast; April 9th through 12th. // Tickets and schedule details at pebblebeachfoodandwine.com
Thank you to our partners at Pebble Beach Food and Wine.
