September 15, 2016

Review: 20th Century Cafe

yuanjiang San Francisco ★★★★★, Bakeries, Brunch 0 Comments

In the past, I’ve found that brunch in San Francisco can be a hit or a miss, because some of the best places don’t take reservations and can have 1+ hour waits. However, a co-worker recently recommended his favorite cafe in San Francisco, so I decided to check it out last weekend for brunch.

20th Century Cafe is a European-inspired cafe located in Hayes Valley. Though the food here tends to be on the pricier side, it is well worth it given the quality of the food. And the best part? – no lines! (at least when we went). We just ordered at the counter, sat down, and waited for our food to be delivered to us.

Review: Al’s Place

yuanjiang San Francisco ★★★★★ 0 Comments

Al’s Place – aka my favorite restaurant in San Francisco. And that’s saying a lot given the amazing culinary scene here in the city. At Al’s Place, Chef Aaron London blends a wide range of flavors and cuisines in his menu, with a special focus on vegetables and produce, so you can expect to leave here with both a full belly and an un-guilty conscience.

Review: Du Pain et des Idées

yuanjiang Paris ★★★★★, Bakeries 0 Comments

When it comes to pastries and all things baked in butter and sugar, no better city in the world does it better than Paris. As many soon discover when they arrive, Paris is a true carb-heaven with its hundreds of boulangeries and patisseries decorating each street corner. From croissants to macarons to baguettes, the array of baked goods is truly endless. But if there’s one bakery that’s on virtually everyone’s list, it has to be Du Pain et des Idées, an award-winning boulangerie located in the heart of Paris.