For S.F. indie band Carpool Tunnel, Bottom of the Hill is a love story
Carpool Tunnel returns to the Hill on Thursday, Feb. 26 to headline a show as part of the Noise Pop music festival.
History Worth Knowing
What’s on now at San Francisco museums, February 2026
Lots of events near Valentine’s Day – at Capp Street and SF MOMA. Plus lectures at the Asian Art Museum and the Legion of Honor.
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Restaurant Reviews
Review: At Bar Brucato, savor the bitter and the sweet of it all
Bar Brucato opened less than a year ago, the interior itself is a bit out of place, in a good way – airy, plant-filled, and café-like.
Review: At Beretta, what’s old is new again
Recently, the restaurant had a makeover; both the interior and its menu got spiffed up.
People We meeT
People We Meet: Stephen Amato-Salvatierra makes tote bags fit for the Pacific
Demand for his reclaimed sail-canvas bags remains steady. Still, this brand is more of an art collective than a small business.
People We Meet: His wife told him to get out of the house, and a crossing guard was born
Leland Pon knows what he likes. And what he likes is pineapple buns and helping kids cross the street safely.
