Prior to 2025, I had never spent New Year's away from home. When a cross-country work trip to San Francisco was scheduled for January 2nd this year, my options were either to fly out on New Year's Day, or arrive early and spend the holiday there, so I opted to fly in early and spend... Continue Reading →
What to Eat and Drink in San Francisco
San Francisco is a cultural melting pot that lends to a great diversity of cuisines. From mission burritos to spicy ramen, you're guaranteed to leave full. I stayed in San Francisco for a full week in January, giving me a good amount of time to eat my way around the city. Here are some of... Continue Reading →
Visiting San Francisco
As a child of the 90's who grew up watching the Tanner family cruise around San Francisco during the opening theme of Full House, I've always had a desire to visit the city and wander its hilly neighborhoods full of Painted Lady Victorian houses. In January 2025, my work travels took me to San Fran... Continue Reading →
Around the World in Beers: San Diego
California ranks number one when it comes to beer: it's the state with the highest number of breweries per capita, and highest beer production, with over 3 million barrels of craft beer produced per year. The city of San Diego has a high concentration of breweries, and I got to try a few local brews... Continue Reading →
Visiting San Diego, CA
In late June of 2024 I had the pleasure of taking a work trip to sunny San Diego, California. I stayed downtown for the work portion of the trip, and then stayed a night in the Old Town San Diego area for a day of being a tourist at the end of the trip. Stay... Continue Reading →

