San Francisco, Here I Come!

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So, in case you didn't see my tweets on Twitter, I'm flying to San Francisco tomorrow! I'm incredibly excited for my 4-day getaway to the city of hippie culture, Harvey Milk, the Golden Gate Bridge, cute Victorian homes, hilly streets, and quaint trolley cars. And, of course, any trip to an American city involves plenty of cross-border shopping. I'll be away until August 18th, but don't let that stop you from checking back--I've got some good posts lined up.

If you've been to San Francisco before or you live there, do you have any shopping and dining recommendations? If you're a salsero/salsera in San Fran, what are the best places to go to for an intermediate level LA-style dancer?

38 comments

  1. I hope you enjoy your trip! Have an awesome time : )

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  2. I just heard about this store for vintage fabrics. Might interest the fashionista in you.
    Urban Burp is at 170 Columbus Ave., Suite 110 (at Pacific), San Francisco; (415) 399-8761. urbanburp.com. Open 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; noon to 4 p.m. Saturday.

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  3. Sounds like a blast! Wish I could visit San Francisco.

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  4. I hear Nob Hill is a cool area - we're going to SFO at the end of the month and we're staying in the Nob Hill Fairmont. You should definitely do a post when you're back about cool spots to visit!! Have a wonderful time :)

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  5. Be sure to hit the Haight for shopping: Fluevog (shoes), Held Over (vintage), and tons of great boutiques. Hayes Valley, too, though it's considerably more posh.

    Burgermeister (in Cole Valley and the Castro) has some of the most amazing burgers in the universe.

    Have fun!

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  6. I don't care what else you do, but you have to get a honey, orange & vanilla smoothie and maybe breakfast too from The Grove Cafe on Chesnut (in the Marina district) :)

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  7. So exciting, darling! Enjoy! And don't forget to go to Saks and Goyard :)

    xoxox,
    CC

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  8. we live in SF!

    go to Beretta in the Mission & Sprinkles Cupcakes, too! Get the Sweet Vanilla.

    Take the cable car down Hyde Street - take in the views

    Ferry Building- soooo fun- go for sat. morning market & check out all the fabulousness here: http://witwhimsy.com/2008/06/25/out-and-about-in-san-francisco-the-ferry-building/

    have fun!!

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  9. Okay, I'm completely jealous of you right now Lisa! But I still hope the weather is a lot nicer and warmer than it is in Vancouver! Have a safe and fab trip gorgeous! I'm totally expecting an entire recap of the great purchases you got when you get back back! xoxo

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  10. I'm soooo jealous Lisa! Have so much fun and I expect a post showing everything you buy :)!!!

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  11. I'm so jealous, Lisa! Cath and I have never been, but always wanted to go. We hope you have a lovely time and can't wait to see what goodies you find there!

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  12. have lots of fun! don't forget to go to the crooked street.. it's called Lombard Street. : ) and eat clam chowder at Fisherman's Warf.

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  13. if you have a chance to visit napa you shoud. go eat at boucheon bakery, restaurt or auberage du soleil for fab view.

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  14. you are going to have so much fun...my husband went to college there so we try to go when we can!

    I told you about the stinking rose, it is in north beach (I think) and is very cute and fun (if you like garlic)...

    there are so many cool things to do and the shopping is amazing!

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  15. oh and cha cha cha in haight is SO good!

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  16. ...sorry, if you go to cha cha cha, you must try the sangria!

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  17. I am so jealous! Hope it's so, so amazing!

    Can't wait to hear all about it when you're back.

    * Kelsey

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  18. I've never been but it's on my lust list! Eat some chocolate for me!

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  19. OMG have so much fun!!
    Are you going for work?

    You have to check out The Castro District.. .there is one really cool street down there... I don't remember what it is though...

    And I loved SHANGHAI 1930 Restaurant - the BEST LIVE JAZZ !
    http://www.shanghai1930.com/

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  20. Wow, you're all over the place! I love San Francisco! It's one of my favorite cities.Let us know if you find a nice salsa club.

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  21. Hope you have a lovely summer vacation, Lisa!

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  22. Have an awesome trip lady!!! By Jove be sure to call me as soon as you get back :)

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  23. Hey doll. I'm very jealous of your trip! I'm doing a staycation in New York :(

    Here's a post I did on my trip to SF for my friend's wedding in March http://dreamsequins.blogspot.com/2009/03/san-francisco-in-pictures.html

    Have lots of fun there! And eat a Mission burrito, FOR SURE. xx D

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  24. try Hayes Valley for shopping and Tartine bakery for food

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  25. Hey Lisa!
    So excited for your trip to San Fran:)You are just going to love it:)
    I went there last year with my fiancé and we had such a fab time:)
    My fave restaurants- Americano- the address is 8 Mission Street and it's right by the Bay.
    For breakfast Il Foranio was amazing- 1265 Battery St

    and don't forget to go to Ghiradelli chocolate cafe- Ghirardelli Square, 900 North Point
    It's a must go if you are in San Fran:)

    Can't wait to see your photos from the trip:)

    xoxo
    Mimi

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  26. oh have so much fun! the weather is perfect right now!

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  27. Oooh, have fun in San Fran! I haven't been there in ages (have family there), but always have fond memories of chowing down more seafood for my own good.

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  28. Ahh I love Frisco - It's where my family is from! I would tell you some cool places to shop but your other readers have already covered the big ones I can think of. You'll have a blast! Just don't forget your heart on the way out ;)

    xo t

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  29. I am so jealous too1 Have fun :D

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  30. Definatly check out Haight & Ashbury. Totally my favorite spot in the city. Both for awesome vintage shopping and also to just look at all the weird, funny and cool people there :)
    Have a great time !

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  31. You'll have to tell me about your escapades come this Weds' hair party. Muah!

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  32. Oh, enjoy your trip! I love S.F., it's probably one of the few other cities I'd consider living.

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