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Shoshi Parks

Shoshi is Executive Editor at 7x7 Magazine. Her work as a travel, history, and science journalist has appeared at Smithsonian Magazine, Atlas Obscura, Discover Magazine, Fodor's, and other outlets. She's the author of the upcoming popular history book, The Human Zoo (out 2026). For more visit shoshiparks.net.

Dining + Restaurants

Shoshi Parks

First Taste: At Handroll Hawker, a portable Australian staple makes its delicious Bay Area debut.

The Ammortal Chamber is like five spa treatments in one—and there's only one place in SF that has it.

With their new Joy Boots, Napa Valley's Rombauer Vineyards dip a toe into the world of fashion.

This Jazz Age-inspired supper club is about much more than just great soul food and cocktails.

6 Ghoulishly Good Immersive Haunted Houses

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in St. Helena Now

First Taste: Fun, Nikkei-style Kaiyō Handroll Bar is a trip to Peru via Tokyo after dark.

Hometown hero Kristi Yamaguchi hits a milestone for children's literacy with her nonprofit, Always Dream.

5 East Bay Hikes + Local Eats for a Picnic

The Big Eat 2026: 100 Dishes to Try in San Francisco This Year

First Taste: The Mission’s newest bakery is one of San Francisco’s oldest.

This Interactive Map Shows You the Best Spots for Leaf Peeping All Season Long

Detour at Dalya Estate is a creative Wine Country women's retreat unlike any other.

This Sonoma County farm animal sanctuary lets you bottle feed baby goats every fall and spring.

Alonzo King Lines Ballet joins forces with the SF Symphony for a uniquely stunning performance this November.

First Taste: At Handroll Hawker, a portable Australian staple makes its delicious Bay Area debut.

Modern Guide to Elmwood: Dine, Shop + Stroll in Berkeley's Oldest Commercial District

How to Spend the Perfect Day on Mare Island, Vallejo's Hidden Gem

'Turn It Up and Turn It Out' with Patti LaBelle at the Glide Holiday Jam.

Take a bite out of a local farmers' market in Marin.

Smolotov Shit Bags are a small protest against political waste and corruption done doggy-style.