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Wine for the Weekend, Vol II: Bogle Simply Boggles

If you happened to read and enjoy our first article in this series, then you already know that we here at cityseekr are tasting our way through various inexpensive wines that can be found at your local grocer, often for less than $10. This installment of “Wine for the Weekend” highlights two wines from the [...]

Wine for the Weekend, Vol I: Blanc et Noir

We here at cityseekr understand times are tough, and many of us might find it difficult to enjoy a decent bottle of wine on a budget. However, what many don’t realize is that the selection of delicious but affordable wines available at such grocery outlets as Trader Joe’s or Safeway is quite expansive, indeed. Long [...]

Music & Art in London

In fall 2010 my husband and I spent our belated honeymoon in London. We had planned our trip so as to accommodate our main interests: music and art. Our main shopping destination was Sounds of the Universe, which is not just a record store, but a true institution. Suffice it to say that Sounds is [...]

Spotlight: Adorna Bella

Be Jeweled in North Beach Sitting pretty on Columbus Avenue in the beautiful North Beach neighborhood of San Francisco is a girls one stop shop for adornment. Adorna Bella is a charming jewelry boutique that is a combination of femininity mixed with touches of Victorian class. The gleaming items lining the walls of the shop dazzle [...]

Spotlight: Benny Gold

Striking Gold in the Heart of San Francisco Streetwear boutique Benny Gold caters to the trendy young gent, carrying graphic t-shirts, button-ups, classic shoes, scarves, jackets, hats, even Benny Gold inscribed gold pens – Benny Gold has you covered from head to toe. Going for the Gold, the line has expanded to also include high [...]

Europe’s Best Christmas Markets

Christmas markets have a long history in many of Europe’s leading cities and are popular attractions for locals and tourists alike during the holiday season. Traditionally held during the four weeks of Advent, these markets often celebrate the holidays with a piping hot mug of mulled wine and a hefty scoop of Christmas magic. Christmas [...]