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Best Burgers in the East Bay

It’s official: There are now so many ways to dress a burger that someone really should come up with a Periodic Table of Toppings. And […]

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Best Sushi in the East Bay

Almost no one walks into a Pizzeria and says, “Tell the chef to surprise me.” And yet that’s exactly the spirit of “omakase”— asking the

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A wooden table holds a plate with ice, four oyster shells, a lemon wedge, and a small dipping sauce bowl. Two glasses, one with a drink and ice and the other with a light-colored beverage, are alongside a menu, fork, and knife on the table—perfect for Happy Hour dining.

Best Happy Hour in the North Bay

The name says it all. Let’s get happy! Why? If you are ready for your evening’s nuptials a little earlier than the traditional dinner hour,

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A cheeseburger topped with lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles served on a sesame seed bun sits on a plate with a side of French fries. In the background, a pint of beer is visible. The setting appears to be a dimly lit restaurant or bar known for the Best Burgers in the North Bay.

Best Burgers in the North Bay

If you are eating a locally-farmed burger in the Bay Area, chances are it came from the pastural farms of West Marin — where cows

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A whole pizza from above with toppings like cheese, red onion, cilantro and limes.

Best Pizza in the East Bay

Whether your pizza preferences lean toward a fancy sit-down trattoria with a handcrafted, wood-fired margherita, or a counter-service hole-in-the-wall that serves up a hot slice

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A brightly lit carousel with golden lights and colorful horses is shown in the evening at Pier 39. People, including children and adults, stand around and ride on the carousel. A ticket booth labeled "tokens" is visible in the foreground, adding to the festive atmosphere.

Pier 39: Even More Exciting Than Before

Partner Content When strolling along San Francisco’s waterfront Pier 39, it’s heartening to see the number of businesses that endured one of the biggest economic

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A secluded beach cove in Big Sur with clear turquoise water and white waves gently washing onto the sandy shore. Tall cliffs surround the cove, and lush greenery and trees are perched atop the cliffs. The sky is clear, revealing the vast ocean in the background—truly an ultimate guide to Big Sur's beauty.

Ultimate Guide to Big Sur

Featured Photo: Mark C. Anderson Henry Miller called Big Sur the place he first learned to say, “Amen.” Richard Brautigan called it a great destination

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A scenic view of a beach with turquoise waters and a sandy shoreline. There are cliffs to the left with greenery on top. Four Santa Cruz hotels to put on your radar line the beachfront, with trees and hills visible in the background under a clear sky.

Four Santa Cruz Hotels to Put on Your Radar

Every hotel has had to develop new health and safety protocols to make travelers feel comfortable in the post-lockdown era. In Santa Cruz, historic inns

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Best Hip Hotels in the Bay Area

The San Francisco Bay Area is known for its epic cool factor, so it’s no surprise that when that it comes to lodging, there’s plenty

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A large crowd of people, including many children, run and play on a grassy field. High above them, colorful kites in various shapes and sizes are flying against a partly cloudy sky. The scene is lively and joyous, capturing one of the Best Annual Events in the East Bay with many participants engaged in the festivities.

Best Annual Events in the East Bay

Across the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge lies the East Bay, home to popular towns Oakland, Berkeley and Livermore. With stunning views of the whole Bay

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