San Francisco welcomed me with unseasonably warm and welcoming weather. There wasn't even a hint of of fog until the morning of my departure. While in SF I took advantage of the fruits of the city. The Westin St. Francis on Union Square offers historic elegance. The proximity to Union Square offers cable cars, shopping and fabulous dining! Within 2 blocks I enjoyed the both Scala's and Kuleto's. I jumped right in to an Italian themed tour at Scala's Bistro at the Drake. For lunch I enjoyed Duck Confit with Brussel Sprout Squash Risotto with fresh bread and olive oil!!! My friend Bob suggested Kuleto's for dinner and it did not disappoint. The highlights at Kuleto's were the Salumi Misto, Risotto with saffron, scallops, shrimp and basil and the Chocolate Mouse Torte.
Just a couple blocks from where my meeting was being held I found this great little Italian Restaurant, Ristorante Umbria. On two different days, I enjoyed both the Cioppino Alla Salvadore and Rolatini Al Fattore. A great little find off of Market Street.
Walks from Union Square through China town with North Beach as the destination were rewarded with a colorful and textured walk through this beautiful city. Two favorite spots in North Beach include Colosseo and Calzones. Outdoor dining at its best! At Colosseo, I enjoyed delicate Carpaccio and a robust Cioppino served in a 12 inch cast iron skillet!!!! At Calzones, I enjoyed a new favorite, Scallops wrapped in Pancetta with Wasabi Aioli and old time favorites, beet salad with Humboldt Fog goat cheese and Shrimp Alfredo made with Swiss Chard, Artichoke Hearts, Point Reyes Blue Cheese and Pine Nuts.
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