SAN FRANCISCO

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• GLOBAL EXCHANGE read more ›
  (4018 24th St. Tel. 415-648-8068)
  globalexchangestore.org
  This fair trade shop offers gifts made by workers from around the world. The impressive inventory of items, including chocolates, hand-woven mats and cruelty-free leather products, changes regularly.
• MARMALADE read more ›
  (2059 Union St. Tel. 415-673-9544)
  marmaladesf.com
  In the posh Marina neighborhood, this Anthropologie-like store sells most of its chic and vintage clothing, like fi tted jackets, ruffl ed dresses and high waisted skirts, for under $100.
• GREEN ARCADE read more ›
  (1680 Market St. Tel. 415-431-6800)
  thegreenarcade.com
  This relative newcomer to Upper Market carries loads of books on social issues, urban planning, sustainability and the environment. It also stocks children’s books and hosts regular in-store readings.

• FERRY BUILDING MARKETPLACE read more ›
  (1 Ferry Bldg. Tel. 415-983-8000)
  www.ferrybuildingmarketplace.com
  This structure packed with specialty food stores also has picturesque spots facing the Bay and the Bay Bridge. Put together a picnic or just grab a bench to take in the view.
• TWIN PEAKS read more ›
  (Southwest of Market St. )
  Possibly the best lookout point in the city, this duo of hills is a photographer’s dream. Take the number 37 bus to the trails that go up Crestline Drive and hike the rest of the way.
• SAN FRANCISCO MUSEUM OF CRAFT + DESIGN read more ›
  (550 Sutter St. Tel. 415-773-0303)
  sfmcd.org
  Exhibits here highlight new takes on old crafts and the hippest advances in modern design. Don’t miss the current exhibit on avant garde jewelry from Chi ha paura. Through May.

• SWEET JO’S read more ›
  (3200 California St. Tel. 415-345-0090)
  sweetjoscafe.com
  Locals are going all meshuga over the biscuits, sandwiches and ice cream at this dining destination in the Jewish Community Center. Even the pizzas have names from the Torah, like The Rebecca, which comes with mushrooms, garlic and fontina cheese. $
• BURGER BAR read more ›
  (251 Geary St. Tel. 415-296-4272)
  burgerbarlv.com
  From the chef behind Fleur de Lys, this swank burger joint near Union Square was an instant hit when it opened at the end of 2009. Try the sustainably farmed Country Natural burger topped with monterey jack and jalapeño bacon. $$
• PANAM read more ›
  (2367 Market St. Tel. 415-556-6200)
  panamsf.com
  French slang for “Paris,” Panam is a groovy, split-level restaurant in the Castro with an ambitious French fusion menu. Dishes include duck raviole, king crab with almond and mint, and frog legs with tempura garlic parsley. $$$

• LUCKY 13 read more ›
  (2140 Market St. Tel. 415-487-1313)
  This dark and cozy bar in the Castro attracts a mixed crowd with one of the most rock ‘n’ rollheavy juke boxes in the neighborhood. Enjoy the smoker’s porch on warm days.
• SOM. read more ›
  (2925 16th St. Tel. 415-558-8521)
  som-bar.com
  A lounge-y Mission spot with DJs and mood lighting, this cocktail joint features a cash-only beer and shot section at the end of the bar for patrons who like their drinks quick and easy. DJed house, Brazilian and underground tunes keep the party rocking.

• MONTEREY, CA read more ›
  (106 miles south of San Francisco. )
  monterey.org
  This rugged coastal town is known for its picturesque rocky beaches, colossal aquarium and now, The C Restaurant and Bar at InterContinental The Clement Monterey, which offers fresh, lightly dressed California cuisine and fl ights of local sparkling wines.

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Fun Fact!
San Francisco was the fi rst in the US to ban plastic grocery bags.