These bad boys are perfect as a quick convenient snack on my way home from the gym. Mmm! $3.50
La Boulange de Noe, San Francisco CA
Random relief sculpture house decoration, States Street. This white house struck me as odd compared to the more traditional Victorian houses on the street.
Mmm, macarons are one of my favorite sweet treats! I’ve never tried to make them, but perhaps I should finally learn. $1.50
La Boulange de Noe, San Francisco CA
I Voted! sticker, Election 2012. Keeping my fingers crossed…
$1.50 each
Kings Bakery Cafe, San Francisco
I didn’t enjoy these. They were too doughy and the filling wasn’t very flavorful. The bun to filling ratio was off and had way too much bready bun.
Red swing set, Helen Diller Playground at Mission Dolores Park.
With onions and poblano peppers. $2.50
Arizmendi Bakery, San Francisco
The focaccia bread at Arizmendi is delicious! I’ve found the simpler the toppings, the better. I’ve had the ones with tomato sauce and they weren’t as yummy.
Statue of Miguel Hidalgo (El Grito de Dolores), Dolores Park. It tucked behind a couple tall purple glory bushes (Tibouchina sp., Melastomataceae).
With vanilla bean filling. Small $6.50
Tartine Bakery, San Francisco CA
I will admit this was delicious, but I had buyers remorse after paying almost $7 for it. I guess if I had split it with someone I could have rationalized a $3.25 slice, but I’m kind of a greedy vittle monster, lol! Seriously though, it was pretty damn tasty!
Les Miserables at the Orpheum Theatre, Market Street. Earlier this summer, I finally got to see this amazing musical for the first time! I’ve had the PBS anniversary soundtrack since forever and I know all the music so it was such a treat to finally see the production on stage. Of course I enjoyed it immensely and cried 4 or 5 times, lol!
With creme fraiche, local eggs, and herbs. Slice $4.95
Tartine Bakery, San Francisco CA
This quiche was definitely a rich, decadent breakfast treat! I love Tartine Bakery and that they have a variety of sweet and savory breakfast options. The line gets ridiculously long though so I’ve recently found myself ducking into Craftsman and Wolves when I’m too impatient.
Pink false freesia flowers (Freesia laxa, Iridaceae), Divisadero Street. It took me a while to figure out what this plant was, but I had a hunch that it was in the Iris family. I felt kinda stupid when I realized that Freesia was in this family, oops! Anyway, I love the red spots on the lower three petals.
That’s right… a peanut butter and jelly doughnut!
Glazed Gourmet Doughnuts, Charleston SC
Ugh, this donut was more sugar than anything else! The glaze was pretty thick and everything just tasted super sweet. I was missing the bold peanut butter flavor that I assumed this donut would deliver and the strawberry jelly just added to the sugar overdose. I’m sad…
Chocolate and orange glaze with homemade candied ginger.
Glazed Gourmet Doughnuts, Charleston SC
Sorry, the donut got smushed a little bit in the to-go bag but that didn’t affect the taste, hehe! The flavor was really good, but I’m not sure that I was a fan of the donut texture. It was on the doughy, dense side. I like donuts that are light, fluffy, and taste like they’ve been cooked all the way through.
Donut with candied orange zest, topped with an orange blossom glaze and drizzled with bittersweet chocolate. $2
Dynamo Donuts and Coffee, San Francisco CA
Dynamo Donuts has got to be my favorite donut shop in The City. It’s a walkable distance from my house and provides the perfect weekend morning treat. This candied orange blossom donut was very tasty!
Scented ‘Lady Plymouth’ geranium flower (Pelargonium graveolens, Geraniaceae), Noe Street. This beautiful plant is in a cute wash basin planter near my gym. I love its light, variegated leaves and small pink flowers.
Moist cake with mini chocolate chips, caramelly glaze, and chocolate square. $3.50
Craftsman & Wolves, San Francisco CA
I really wasn’t in the mood for cake this morning on my way to Bart, but I couldn’t resist once I saw this beautiful travel cake in the display case. Omg, the chocolate and caramel flavors are rich and deep and I love the wonderful texture of the cake. SO good!
Red British Elizabeth Regina “ER” post box, Dolores Street. This reclaimed mailbox sits a block from my house and I’ve always found it bright and fun, but I wonder if they actually use it.
With hot pepper. $3
Craftsman & Wolves, San Francisco CA
Wow, this gougere tasted incredible! I loved the delicate texture of the interior and the bold flavor of the smoked cheddar combined with the slight heat from the flecks of chili peppers. I’m SO glad that Craftsman and Wolves opened up in the neighborhood – I’m a total fan! The people behind the counter are super friendly too.
Hamburger graffiti artwork, Osage Street. This is a random one at the end of the street, but I think it’s charming!
Savory muffin with asiago cheese, green onion, Easton sausage, and soft-boiled egg in the center. $7
Craftsman & Wolves, San Francisco CA
This amazing creation by chef William Werner has quickly become one of my favorite breakfast items ever! I swear it tastes like Thanksgiving. The outer coating tastes like a delicious, moist stuffing. This muffin is served room temperature, but I bet it would taste exceptional if warmed up beforehand. I will have to take one home next time and throw it in the oven for a little bit.
The surprise egg with a runny yolk is a beautiful sight to behold! I would normally say that seven dollars is too much to pay for a mere muffin, but it’s super filling and is pretty much a meal in it of itself. Noms!
7×7 Magazine’s The Big Eat San Francisco: 100 Things to Eat + Drink Before You Die – 2013, 2013
Sightglass Coffee, Blueboon blend. $2.50
Everybody raves about Sightglass coffee, but I’m not particularly impressed. The coffee is definitely smooth, but is too weak for my taste.
My baby-girl accompanies me to Dolores Park to enjoy the crisp morning and my Rebel Within, hehe.
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