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Our Seven Favorite Bay Area Albums of 2012
Even though we lost a handful of the Bay's best talent to far-flung cities on both coasts (Tamaryn, Hunx, and Weekend, we're looking at you. Oh, and you too, Ty Segall), the artists who stuck around...
View ArticleWrapp Aims to Make Online Gift-Carding as "Easy as Saying Happy Birthday on...
As I key in these words, so many gift cards are being exchanged across the US that–if you listen closely–you can almost hear them swishing by, rather like reindeer pulling an invisible sleigh.It’s...
View ArticleThe ZARA Semi-Annual Sale Starts Friday!
The time you’ve all been waiting for! ZARA’s semi-annual sale starts Friday, December 21st with great deals on all of this season’s hottest pieces. Ladies, gents and kids alike should race to their...
View ArticleSecret Recipe: Cindy Pawlcyn's Santa's Little Helper Margarita
7x7 asks Bay Area chefs for the recipes to their most loved cocktails, bar snacks, starters, mains, and desserts. If there's a dish you can't stop thinking about and want to make at home, email...
View ArticleBay Area Holiday Hotel Deals
For many people, this time of year is for spending time with family, opening presents, and eating more sugar cookies then your stomach can hold. However, for others, it's a time to escape the hustle...
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The Most Coveted Gifts to Give This Christmas
When only the paramount present will do.The Des Jardins (above)While there is no shortage of gifts for the bay area epicure, this one promises to bring good luck. From Peko-Peko—a Japanese caterer run...
View ArticleLook of the Week: Our Favorite Reusable Shopping Bags
Whether you love or hate the new law, paying 10-cents for a shopping bag is now part of life in San Francisco. The smart solution? Invest in a few awesome reusable bags that work for your lifestyle....
View ArticleAre You Ready for the Holiday Bike Challenge?
For most of us, our workout regimen goes out the window during the holiday season. Long bike rides are replaced with more couch time and TV watching; sprint workouts with cookie eating.But it doesn’t...
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Holiday Spa Escape in Sonoma
We’re in the final holiday crush. Sure, it’s important to get that shopping done, but a little rest and relaxation can make finding the perfect gift oh so much easier. If you need a break from the...
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Your Holiday Detox (and De-Stress) Guide
By now, the holidays are in full swing and Christmas is right around the corner. Our stress levels start to rise as we race against the clock to finish everything from last minute holiday shopping to...
View ArticleSeven Favorite Things: Locally-Made Holiday Cards from Hello! Lucky
There's no time like the holidays to really go the extra mile. Sure, the gift is important, but the card is where you can really get sentimental (or just be an endearing smart-ass). Top off each of...
View ArticleAsk A Vet: How to Teach Your Kid to Interact with Dogs
Welcome to our weekly 'Ask a Vet from the SF SPCA' feature on 7x7.com. Dr. Jeannine Berger, DVM, DACVB is a board certified veterinary behaviorist who counsels guardians whose pets’ issues are beyond...
View ArticleTen Big Holiday Films and the Family Member to See Them With
Before this column takes a break for a few weeks, we bring you a quick peek at ten of the big movies around the Bay this holiday season and share an inkling of who you might want to bring along (if you...
View ArticleFoodie Agenda: A Gospel Soiree, Christmas Dinners, and More
Saturday, Dec. 22Is eating better on your New Year's Resolution list? If yes, take an Introduction to Ayurveda Cooking Class to find out how tasty vegetarian food and Ayurveda contribute to improve the...
View ArticleProject 24: A 24 x 24 x 24 Photography Exhibit
Last year, 24 photographers gathered during the winter solstice for 24 hours of spontaneous shooting. The assignment was simple: Each photographer was given a different, one-hour time slot and one of...
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Seven Bay Area Artists to Watch in 2013
There's always exciting stuff happening in the Bay's music scene, whether it's a local band ruffling feathers on national TV or an East Bay hip hop upstart doing a collaboration album with a true rap...
View ArticleThis Week Was Next Week Last Week
Dear Parking Guru, A few days ago, I drove to North Beach, found a spot super quickly (thanks to your advice) and I had an awesome lunch with some old friends. On my way back to my car, I was humming...
View ArticleKendall-Jackson Launches "Goes Well With Friends" Campaign
One of the nation's largest family-owned and operated wineries, Kendall-Jackson, kicked off the holiday season in San Francisco, where they brought together key K-J players to introduce their newest...
View ArticleFour Last-Minute Holiday Gifts for Travelers
With Christmas just days away, we're down to the wire as malls, department stores, and boutique shops are full to the brim yet again with last-minute shoppers. If you're like us, you may still be...
View ArticleSeven Bay Area Cookbooks to Give Your Favorite Foodie
Here's what to add to the cook in your life's bookshelf.Edible Selby, by Todd Selby, Chad Robertson, Sally Singer. Abrams, $35Tartine Bakery’s Chad Robertson delivers the introduction to photographer...
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