IN THE NEWS: Eater San Francisco reports the closing of Gustofino Fine Foods, Pilar Restaurant, and Brandy Ho’s (Feb. 16). sf.eater.com … Marcia Gagliardi’s Tablehopper.com newsletter reviews Maverick (3316 17th St. at Mission St., San Francisco, 415-863-3061). … Tablehopper also reports the departure of co-executive chef Daniel Holzman from SPQR, which means Nate Appleman is […]

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IN THE NEWS: Eater San Francisco reports Michelin has announced the star ratings of its second annual Michelin guide for the San Francisco Bay Area & Wine Country. Highlights: New St. Helena restaurant Meadowood in Napa Valley lands a coveted two-star slot. Chez TJ in Mountain View also joined the two-star club, joining last year’s […]

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