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Last-minute gift guide: local specialties and queer creations

December 19, 2023 | by Jim Gladstone

It's not too late to go to a local small business or jump online and order presents that will arrive in time for Christmas. Here's a selection of unique gifts that will provide memorable experiences at the table, on the town and even on your television.

B.A.R.'s Bestie balloting begins

by Cynthia Laird
Sep 25, 2023

It's time for Bay Area Reporter readers to cast their ballots for the LGBTQ newspaper's annual Best of the Bay contest.

Business Briefing: Wine purveyors uncork joviality in SF SOMA district

by Matthew S. Bajko
Jul 12, 2023

Sommeliers and friends Cara Patricia and Simi Grewal opened their wine bar and shop DECANTsf in San Francisco's South of Market district on May 1, 2019.

Town Bar adds style to Oakland's nightlife

by Heather Cassell
May 9, 2023

Oakland's newest gay bar, Town Bar & Lounge, is a family affair, as owner Joshua Huynh explained. The intimate bar is one of a few new LGBTQ-owned venues in the East Bay.

Gay gift ideas for the holidays

by Jim Gladstone
Dec 6, 2022

Whether you're looking for tunes, booze, wearables, edibles or even insertables, support queer and LGBTQ-friendly makers and vendors in your quest for the perfect holiday gifts this year. Here are a few suggestions to help make your holidays gay.

Besties dining: your food and beverage favorites

by Jim Gladstone
Sep 28, 2022

Wait! A plate? After a prolonged period of eating from cardboard delivery containers, refilling our own water glasses, and not flirting with servers, dining in restaurants can feel quite special.

Sunday brunch at Harvey's

Mar 9, 2021

Patrons of Harvey's enjoyed outdoor dining and drinks on Sunday March 7, and photographer Steven Underhill was there. 500 Castro St. at 18th.

Martuni's sells wines, aprons, shirts for quick gifts

by Jim Provenzano
Dec 20, 2020

Get a taste of those fun cabaret shows at Martuni's that we miss so much. The popular martini bar is making do in difficult times by selling a cute variety of gifts items.

B.A.R. launches memberships

by Cynthia Laird
Sep 18, 2020

In a continuing effort to receive support from readers, the Bay Area Reporter has launched its membership program.

Dining In: Black-owned, drag-infused meals to-go

by Jim Provenzano
Jun 3, 2020

Too pooped amid protests and a pandemic to prepare poultry? Bay Area Black-owned restaurants and Oasis' drag-hosted catered meals can nourish you through the revolution.

Castro amid COVID

by Steven Underhill
May 4, 2020

On San Francisco' Castro Street, many businesses are open for limited shopping, food and drinks take-out in makeshift window and doorway booths, amid a sparse open ambiance.

Thanks to matching offer from anonymous donor, Bay Area Reporter extends fundraising appeal

by Michael Yamashita
May 1, 2020

Thank you very much, it has been both humbling and encouraging receiving your generous support when so many are also in need of help. So far, we have raised just over $25,000 and are just 15% away from reaching our goal of $30,000.

You can help support the Bay Area Reporter fundraising campaign

by Michael Yamashita
Apr 15, 2020

San Francisco is one of 11 US cities that is fortunate to have a legacy LGBT publication by us, for us, and about us. Help preserve the BAR as an historic and important community institution for the future.

Oscar Party Time - Academy of Friends' 40th

by Jim Provenzano
Jan 29, 2020

To celebrate four decades of glamorous fundraisers, the Academy of Friends welcomes patrons at their annual Oscars-viewing party at a fabulous new location, and with a Ruby Red theme.

Wine Tasting @ The Academy

by Steven Underhill
Sep 4, 2019

A wine-tasting evening at The Academy, held Friday, August 30, included tips on tasting from sommelier Michael Wells. On the airy back patio, guests enjoyed sipping various wines while learning more about different vintages and kinds of wines.

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