Weekend Getaway | Anne Sage's San Francisco!

 
I asked one of my favorite bloggers, Anne Sage of The City Sage, who lives in my old stomping grounds of San Francisco to give us a tour of some of her favorite spots.  What Anne came up with we just love!  Here's a look...

Best Girls’ Day Out: Crown and Crumpet

If the words ‘tea time’ make you think of stuffy grannies in support hose and orthopedic shoes, then a trip to Crown and Crumpet will blow your mind! Located in Ghirardelli Square, this adorable tea parlor is more Mad Hatter than Miss Marple; think pink and white checkerboard floors, riotous Cath Kidston upholstery, and tea-themed artwork from all your favorite Etsy sellers. Get cozy by the fire and order scones, petite sandwiches, or a fat slice of sponge cake, then choose from thirty-eight different types of tea to wash it all down. My favorite? Fig de Blanc, a delicate white tea with mellow fruit undertones. Sneak away for an afternoon with your best gal pal, or gather a whole crowd of tea lovers; Crown and Crumpet accepts reservations for parties of up to twenty, making it the perfect place to celebrate a birthday girl, a bride, or a mommy-to-be!

Best Impress the Folks Photo Op: Fort Point

Don’t get me wrong—I’ve snapped my fair share of photos featuring the sweeping arches of the Golden Gate in the distance. But to get the best pics, go beneath the bridge! You won’t believe the view from Fort Point, a Civil War era military structure situated where the bay meets the sea. Pose with 19th century cannons, explore the mossy corridors of the fort, climb the stairs to the top of the battlements and watch surfers brave the waves below. And don’t forget to look up! You’ll find yourself standing in the radiant red shadow of the city’s most iconic landmark, where the sun shining through the great iron girders is enough to strike awe in the hearts of even the least engineering-savvy amongst us (guilty as charged!).

Best Swoon-Worthy Home Finds: Tazi Designs

When I’m looking for a unique home accent piece or just want to immerse myself in stunning interiors inspiration, I head to Tazi Designs. A mini Moroccan bazaar hidden in Hayes Valley, this boutique is a visual feast. Handwoven linen pillows, vibrant ceramics, and intricately carved wooden screens vie for space with dozens of the brightly colored leather poufs that first drew me to the store. If you’re lucky, you’ll meet shop owner Tazi himself. A suave sweetheart of a guy, he’ll offer you some walnuts then engage you with his thoughtful interior design tips or his insights into the artisanal history of Morocco. And the best part? The prices at Tazi are beyond reasonable—I even received $50 off my purchase when I mentioned it was my birthday. Sweet!

Best Unexpected Gourmet Meal: Emmy’s Spaghetti Shack

Tucked away in an unassuming pocket of Bernal Heights, Emmy’s has all the markings of a hipster dive bar: Christmas lights strung along the walls, 40’s of Bud at the bar, and a troupe of grungy yet oddly alluring staff who are singlehandedly keeping the city’s tattoo artists in business. But the lines out the door and the diverse mix of clientele—everyone from young families to the golden years crowd—speak to how delicious the food is at Emmy’s. Order the celebrated spaghetti and meatballs and share it with a friend; finishing the generous pile of pasta and three huge handmade meatballs really is a two fork job! Plus if you share, you can leave room for the warm fingerling potato and bacon salad or a gooey side of mac and cheese. Carb lovers unite!

Comments

[Geena]

this is fabulous! will keep all these things in mind on our next trip to the west coast.

[Kierie]

such fun photos! I just love the top and bottom ones.

[The City Sage]

Thanks Bloomacious for sharing my picks! San Francisco is such a great city, it was hard to narrow down my faves...

[faith24]

that tea place looks like a lot of fun :)

[jen ramos]

Crown and crumpet i want to go there!!

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[Melissa]

This was such a fun post, I would love to visit Crown and Crumpet too!

[Rachel @ Design Lovely]

I really love your writing in this post and those photos are great. You are too cute!

[Liz]

I love the look of the Crown and Crumpet - I'll be going there if I get to SF!

[Carrie Leber]

I know – Anne is really talented !

Carrie

[Carrie Leber]

We’d love to see Jen Ramos’ Las Vegas! I’ll bet that would be fun.

Carrie

[Carrie Leber]

I’ll bet, but you did a fab job!

Carrie

[Down and Out Chic]

i want to go to san francisco! seriously that tea and spaghetti looks yumyy!

[Pretty Little World]

Fabulous post! I'm nowhere near California, but this definitely makes me want to head out! Love.love the look of that first store!

[Carissa]

love this post and the photos! will have to remember this for the next time I go to San Fran. I have been many times but I always do very touristy things and don't really explore the city, the "natives" way. the Fig de Blanc tea sounds divine (and I'm not even really a tea person) and that spaghetti looks too good for words!

[layersofmeaning]

love it!
this is great

[180]

She is so cute and I love that these suggestions weren't the usual places you always hear about.

[nkp]

LOVE THIS POST! I want to go on a tour of San Fran with you Anne. Next time I'm in town, spaghetti's on me? ;0) You are a brilliant writer. 'Nuff said.

[Shell Sherree]

Informative and entertaining, Anne, just as I know you to be. Blooming lovely!

[Georgia]

there's no one more adorable than you, Anne! i love the spaghetti shot! :)

if i ever make it to S.F., i will not only look you up, but all your suggested fun spots!

[christina]

I love Anne, and all of her favorite places too! I lived in the city for three years, and I never went to the Spaghetti shack. Looks like a weekend outing is called for!

[sunny]

I was just in San Francisco and didn't think to stop by Fort Point. I adore the photo above from Fort Point!!!

[Kierie]

this is one of the most clever posts I've seen in awhile. So witty and informative!