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Modern Guide to Larkspur: Historic Marin Charm, Boutique Shops + Redwood Hiking Magnolia Avenue, in the heart of downtown, exudes a small-time appeal reminiscent of an early 1900s mill town, which, indeed, it was, with two sawmills that supplied lumber to the Presidio.

Larkspur is known for its cute and quirky shops, historic landmarks, classy restaurants, and abundance of hiking trails.

Locals We Love: Bay Area artist Erin Fong has already won Super Bowl LX. But Emeryville resident Erin Fong has already won big: She designed the official theme art for Super Bowl LX.

Fong’s work will appear in programs and on digital tickets on Sunday, February 8th. A larger collection of her custom letterpress prints created to honor 60 years of Super Bowl history is also on view in a primo spot in the lobby of Moscone North.

Where to Stay Near the Bay Area Venues Hosting Super Bowl, World Cup, and Other Major Events The Super Bowl and World Cup coming to our neck of the woods is the perfect opportunity to make the most out of the games by adding an overnight (or two?) nearby. What’s not to love about avoiding traffic and parking the day of?

The Super Bowl and World Cup coming to our neck of the woods is the perfect opportunity to make the most out of the games by adding an overnight (or two?) nearby. What’s not to love about avoiding traffic and parking the day of?

5 Romantic Couples Baths Near San Francisco to Soak Up the Love, Together From day spas with a view to mineral mud baths to splurge getaways with private hot tubs, there’s no better way to bond than with a romantic couples soak.

From day spas with a view to mineral mud baths to splurge getaways with private hot tubs, there’s no better way to bond than with a romantic couples soak.

28 Fun Things to Do This Week (2.02.26) Before the big finale of Superbowl Sunday, get inspired. Catch George Saunders and the MoAD/SFMOMA collab, take an art walk in Mill Valley or the Castro, or witness electrifying performances from the Oakland Theater Project and RAWdance. Gear up for the big game and make it your own, whether you wan

Gear up for the big game and make it your own, whether you want to go luxurious, chill, delicious, or queer.

Locals We Love: Documentary photographer Ashima Yadava reframes and democratizes art  through collaboration. But people aren’t so one-dimensional. Distilling their lives and experiences through the flash of a camera distills their humanity, too. That’s a fact that’s never sat well with Ashima Yadava—not when she was growing up in New Delhi, India, not after she moved to San Francisco to further her educati

Currently on exhibit at Chung 24 Gallery, Yadava’s 'Front Yard' series shows multiple perspectives of her subjects in a way a camera alone could never capture.

Celebrate 25 Years of Lunar New Year at OMCA One of OMCA’s most beloved traditions, this full-day, family-friendly festival on Saturday, February 21st, honors the holiday and uplifts Asian American and Pacific Islander communities across the region through vibrant performances, hands-on activities, storytelling, and food.

One of OMCA’s most beloved traditions, this full-day, family-friendly festival on Saturday, February 21st, honors the holiday and uplifts Asian American and Pacific Islander communities across the region through vibrant performances, hands-on activities, storytelling, and food.

10 Old School Restaurants for Classic SF Vibes But when you think of the city’s history, you don’t often think of restaurants—maybe you should. After all, revolutionaries gotta eat, too.

From downtown to the Outer Mission and North Beach to Chinatown, there is no time like the present to check out these historic San Francisco restaurants.

The Big Art Loop is transforming SF into an open air gallery over the next three years. That sensibility defines the Big Art Loop, a project built on a simple and surprisingly radical idea: art does not need walls. With nearly 100 sculptures unfolding across the city, the loop forms a 34-mile walkable and bikeable path through San Francisco. Encountered as part of daily life—on foot, b

With nearly 100 sculptures unfolding across the city, the loop forms a 34-mile walkable and bikeable path through San Francisco. Encountered as part of daily life—on foot, by bike, or entirely by chance—it feels less like an event and more like a shared experience.

What Not to Miss in San Francisco and San Jose's Historic Japantowns, Two of Only Three Left in the U.S. These are the newest businesses sprouting up in Bay Area Japantowns—two of only three remaining historic Japanese communities in the United States—with roots deeply anchored to their culture and history.

An adorable gift shop for cat-crazy customers, two restaurants devoted to slinky soba noodles, a coffee shop whose lattes boast Okinawan black sugar, and a neighborhood store overflowing with cool vintage t-shirts and vinyl.

25 Fun Things to Do This Week (1.26.26) Dip into New York’s Shinji’s at True Laurel, a new concept from Square Pie Guys at Mägo, and a Michelin-powered dinner at Songbird Parlour. For fans of blends and bubbles, check out the Festival of Undiscovered Grapes in San Jose, a celebration of oysters and bubbly wine in Mendo, or an afternoon of

Don’t miss hot collaborations and great blends at True Laurel, Mago, Songbird Parlour, the Festival of Undiscovered Grapes, and more.

Local Hiking Expert Ann Marie Brown's 7 Favorite Under-the-Radar Trails in the SF Bay Area It was author Ann Marie Brown who laced up her boots to sleuth out the dozens of local trails that appear in the book, from the best dog-friendly hikes to the best summit vistas.

The author of the new edition of Moon's '101 Great Hikes SF Bay Area' chose her favorite overlooked local trails and told 7x7 why they’re well worth seeking out in 2026.

Sixty galleries from SF and around the world strut their stuff at the intimate 'Fog Design + Art Fair'. “I mean, we’re not under a tent in South Beach,” says Mariah Nelson, the founder of the gallery and research center Blunk Space, but she still appreciates the light in the exhibition hall and the view of Alcatraz and the bay.

Fog Design + Art is part of what is now officially SF Art Week, which includes numerous events around the Bay Area held during the third week of January.

The Best Lake Tahoe Restaurants for Après Ski Eats, from Stateline to Truckee The culinary scene in each snow-capped neighborhood is the perfect punctuation to a winter vacation, whether you’re there for the high-adrenaline sport or more of a chill-and-observe kind of vacation. While navigating between towns is easy enough when the weather cooperates, sometimes the food is wo

We’ve organized the options by location and highlighted standouts that will have you raving as much about what you ate as about the mountain you conquered.

Tiffany Shlain and Ken Goldberg take on time in 'Ancient Wisdom for a Future Ecology' at di Rosa SF In her visual art, Shlain—a filmmaker, best-selling author, and creator of the Webby Award (which, incidentally, is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year)—is best known for challenging conceptions of patriarchy, colonialism, and the passage of time. In his, Goldberg—professor of electrical engi

The influence of something even more enduring than family brought artists Tiffany Shlain and Ken Goldberg to their most comprehensive collaboration to date.

28 Fun Things to Do This Week (1.19.26) Spend your day immersed in the arts at MoAD’s free day in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., then hear from an SF legend at a talk with Broke-Ass Stuart. SF Art Week continues with Saint Joseph’s Arts Society's annual bash, plus an alternative take from the Minnesota Art Project and some addition

Big names, big parties, and big eats await this week.

Secret Recipe: Dry January vs. Wet January, Two Tasty Cocktails from SF Mixologists Whether your month is dry or wet, these cocktail recipes from San Francisco's Copra in Pac Heights and Holy Water in Bernal Heights will dislodge you from the post-holiday rut.

Whether your month is dry or wet, these cocktail recipes from San Francisco's Copra in Pac Heights and Holy Water in Bernal Heights will dislodge you from the post-holiday rut.

Flower Icon Turns Valentine’s Day Flowers into an Experience in San Francisco But in San Francisco, a growing number of people are looking for something more intentional: flowers that feel like a gift the moment they arrive.

Instead of a traditional flower delivery service, the studio is a design-led gifting brand in which every detail, from social media to packaging, contributes to the experience.

Sports, Go Sports: Super Bowl LX's Biggest Events in SF + Silicon Valley While Santa Clara is home to the big game (participating teams yet to be determined), San Francisco is offering plenty of its own SB-related fanfare, partnering with the NFL to bring a week’s worth of football frenzy to the City by the Bay.

While Santa Clara is home to the big game (participating teams yet to be determined), San Francisco is offering plenty of its own SB-related fanfare, partnering with the NFL to bring a week’s worth of football frenzy to the City by the Bay.

7 Cross Country Skiing + Snowshoeing Adventures in Northern California At these Northern California destinations, you’ll find all the snow-capped beauty and heart-pumping activity of the sports’ sexier cousins, without the hefty price tag and obnoxious crowds. All you have to do is rent the gear; the mountains will do the rest.

When the snow begins to fall, the promise of downhill skiing and snowboarding draws us to the mountains. But winter sporting doesn’t end on the slopes. If you're going to be in town anyway, why not try a snowshoeing or cross country skiing adventure?

This historic hotel is an enchanting (and sustainable) gateway to San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. I’ve been waiting years to see it, the crowning jewel of this colonial town between Mexico City and Guadalajara where national independence was born in 1810. A UNESCO World Heritage site, San Miguel de Allende is a crayon box of colorful buildings in which historic charm and contemporary luxury live

A UNESCO World Heritage site, San Miguel de Allende is a crayon box of colorful buildings in which historic charm and contemporary luxury live comfortably side-by-side.

8 Cozy, Comforting Dishes from San Francisco's Best New Restaurants Rich, creamy, juicy, buttery, or carby, the newest restaurants in San Francisco have just what the season calls for, from a humble and inexpensive roast pork sandwich to an exquisite chicken cooked "en croute" with truffles. They also happen to be perfect for sharing. So, cuddle up with someone spec

Rich, creamy, juicy, buttery, or carby, the newest restaurants in San Francisco have just what the season calls for, from a humble and inexpensive roast pork sandwich to an exquisite chicken cooked "en croute" with truffles.

22 Fun Things to Do This Week (1.12.26) Find what brings you joy with the kickoff of San Francisco Art Week, SF Sketchfest, and the Napa Lighted Art Festival this week. Engage in some art of your own at a mosaic-making class or find your next favorite thing at vintage shows this weekend. For a final dose of reflection, don’t miss the sen

Find what brings you joy with the kickoff of San Francisco Art Week, SF Sketchfest, and the Napa Lighted Art Festival this week.

8 Great Outdoor Workouts in San Francisco Not only are there trails for hiking, steep steps for running, beautiful bike routes, and an endless expanse of water for swimming, kayaking and paddle boarding, almost all of it is 100 percent free. So ditch the pricey gym. These eight SF spots are perfect for an outdoor workout.

With its hilly terrain and plethora of green spaces, it’s almost like San Francisco was designed for keeping fit.

Locals We Love: Coming off a World Championship win, chef Nicolas Delaroque is ready to take on Marin. From perfectly laminated croissants to intricately constructed pâtés en croûte, his Maison Nico has become a favorite among locals who value quality, technique, and authenticity over spectacle. That dedication recently earned Delaroque international recognition. On one of the world’s most demanding

At the championship final in France, chef Nicolas Delaroque of Maison Nico's entry earned the Elegance Prize for its finesse, restraint, and technical clarity.

Female-founded Bay Area brand Azali brings modern edge to modest fashion. After co-hosting a brunch for family and friends to celebrate the end of Ramadan, the new pals—both professionals and moms—realized how effortlessly they worked together. Conversations quickly turned to starting a business: a clothing label, naturally.

Defined by sculptural silhouettes and soft, flowing lines, the five-piece debut collection embodies the founders’ vision for the brand, the name of which means “eternal” in Arabic.

5 Charming Cabins for a Cozy Winter Weekend in the Sierra Foothills This time of year casts a certain white, effervescent spell over the Sierras. It's enchanting, but far from perfect camping conditions for the thermally-impaired among us. So, what's a nature-lover to do? Find a well-insulated, heated cabin.

This time of year casts a certain white, effervescent spell over the Sierras. It's enchanting, but far from perfect camping conditions for the thermally-impaired among us. So, what's a nature-lover to do? Find a well-insulated, heated cabin.

The Best of the Bucket List: Epic Northern California Hikes for Every Month of 2026 In 2026, we’re revisiting the Bucket List trails we’ve loved best over the past five years. While some, like September’s hike in Tahoe National Forest, are fairly remote, others aren’t far at all from a post-trail celebration. To those destinations that are just a short walk or drive from good eats

In 2026, we’re revisiting the Bucket List trails we’ve loved best over the past five years.

27 Fun Things to Do This Week (1.5.26) Whatever you’re looking to do more of in 2026, it’s here for you this week: Run a 5K and celebrate with a cup of cocoa, get off the apps at a speed-dating event, reconnect with your inner child at the roller rink, learn something new about monarch butterflies, head to a free museum days, or watch an

Whatever you’re looking to do more of in 2026, it’s here for you this week.

What's New in North + South Lake Tahoe This Winter An unusually warm and dry autumn delayed the opening of many lifts and trails, but last week’s storms brought a foot or more of snow to most ski resorts. That’s good news both for skiers and those who prefer to see the snowy landscape from a cozy interior—and the Lake Tahoe region has plenty of new

If you are someone who tracks snowfall and ski season updates each year, it might have felt like a Christmas miracle when snow finally arrived in the Sierra.