Jen Woo

Every year on June 20th, pastry lovers and devoted Francophiles alike celebrate National Kouign Amann Day—a tribute to one of the world’s most decadent and quietly legendary baked goods. Pronounced “queen ah-MAHN,” this caramelized, buttery pastry hails from Brittany, where it was first created arou...

Nineteen designers have transformed a gem of historic architecture into a modern, five-level sanctuary.In 1902, Scottish architect T. Paterson Ross built a quiet monument to San Francisco’s evolving landscape. Partnering with engineer A. W. Burgren, the duo were instrumental in rebuilding the city a...

Whether you're looking for some unique one on one time, an affordable option, or a group bash—think birthday parties and bridal showers—these are the best spas in the Bay Area for getting R&R with friends.

It's all about thoughtful creation in the four-story Dutch Colonial home selected for the 45th Annual San Francisco Decorator Showcase. At the top of the Baker Street stairs, the brick house at 2898 Broadway was built in 1899 by architects Walter D. Bliss and Walter Paville (St. Francis Hotel, James...

In the ever-evolving world of orthodontics, one company stands out as a true innovation pioneer: Impress. Formerly known as Uniform Teeth, this visionary venture was cofounded by Dr. Kjeld Aamodt. Impress has rapidly ascended to become the premier brand for clear orthodontic solutions, all thanks to...

From September 30th through January 7th, explore a staggering selection of art from nearly 900 local artists spanning nine mediums. Delving into the wide array of issues shaping Bay Area life and beyond, the de Young Open is a refreshing triennial, following the success of the inaugural exhibition i...

Nestled on a bucolic hillside, this updated contemporary home is the perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, surrounded by greenery with expansive 180-degree views from the back deck.This property features two separate living areas: a primary residence with three bedrooms and tw...

Enter a world where gummy bears grow out of the ground, push pops are bigger than humans, the sky is filled with cherries, and you can swim in a pool of sprinkles under dazzling neon heavens. Entirely different than the iterations in New York and Los Angeles, the magical (and sold out) Museum of Ice...

Celebrate the coming of bourbon season, er, we mean fall at Garrison Brothers’ Hye Fashioned Takeover. Belly up to any of several participating bars in the Bay Area—including Absinthe, The Lark, and The Beehive—any time during the month of September for creative takes on the Old Fashioned. You’re in...

Unless you’re the bachelor/ette, you’re more than likely dreading a weekend of getting wasted (and footing the big bill that usually comes along with these shindigs). But maids of honor and best men, listen up: A bash celebrating your bestie can actually be fun.In the end, it’s all about making the ...

Design lovers, it’s that time of year again. The 44th Annual San Francisco Decorator Showcase presents 28 uniquely styled spaces spanning three levels of a Spanish-Mediterranean, 18th century–style mansion. Built in 1927 by architects Hyman and Appleton, the nearly 6,100-square-foot home in Sea Clif...

The Marina has historically gotten a lot of flack for its athleisure-clad mommies who juice-lunch between Pilates and shopping and for its puffer-vest-wearing bros who share investment tips over beers.But let's be real: We all like it for its (sometimes-sun-soaked) Marina Green—the expansive lawn wi...

For an eight-figure price tag, a home better check a lot of boxes. It ought to have ample square footage filled with spacious rooms for both resting and entertaining; gorgeous interior design and thoughtful details; and totally unnecessary, lavish extras like a gym and a wine cellar. And it absolute...

DIY fanatics of the TikTok-obsessed Gen Z variety may know the name Tay Beep Boop. The San Francisco artist and designer has been chronicling the over-the-top creative makeover of her Victorian condo, perched above Elixir in the Mission District, via social media since she purchased it in September ...

Melding inspiration from his contemporaries in the Arts & Crafts movement with the rigor of his own religious designs, this Coxhead house seems to come together organically with formal spaces flowing easily into more casual rooms.

For anyone who wants to live at the top of the world, this sun-soaked corner home, located a block off Billionaire’s Row in Pacific Heights, has access to scenic outdoor adventures in the Presidio and along the waterfront plus million-dollar views. It’s not too shabby inside, either.Take the elevato...

Ogling outrageously unaffordable real estate is a Bay Area pastime, and 2022 did not disappoint.Your favorite listings of the year included homes on the National Register of Historic Places, award-winning architecture, and San Francisco’s original Painted Lady.Below are our seven most-read Property ...

Always dreamed of a beach house? This 3,000-square-foot home with 1970s modernist design is an ideal seaside escape. On over an acre and a half steps away from Little Beach., the three-story house has high ceilings and abundant natural light through tall windows, glass doors, and skylights. Its geom…

On one of the most desirable blocks of Nob Hill, in a building with rare availability, this posh condo is situated across from Huntington Park just steps from Grace Cathedral, with glorious views of the San Francisco skyline, ocean, and beyond.Step through the porte-cochère to be met with uniformed...

From the Oakland Hills to Marin County, some of the Bay Area’s best houses don’t look like much from the front.This 1989 wood-shingled home sits behind an iron gate and is shrouded in Japanese maples that turn lovely colors in the fall; its facade dominated by a concrete car park and a low-slung thr...