This is my first Knowledge Conference and my 22nd year living in the Bay Area. So, while I may not be the go-to girl on all things K14, I can help you navigate your week in San Francisco.
I'll start you with 3 things NOT to do:
- Do not pay attention to the weather forecast. San Francisco weather is extremely temperamental- wear layers because you never know when Karl the Fog will roll in and ruin the beautiful sunny day (yes, SF fog has a twitter account).
- Do not refer to California as "Cali". seriously.
- No, no, no, no, no.
At K14 you will learn and network but here are some places to eat and play.
EAT
Ferry Building- Walk down to the waterfront and enjoy foodie indulgences. Grab a Greens 2 from Pressed Juicery to fuel your day, find the guy passing out almond toffee samples at G.L. Alfeiri (you won't be sorry), and throw back some Hog Island Oysters. If you have extra time, hop over to the TCHO chocolate factory or play around at the Exploratorium.
The Rotunda at Neiman Marcus- After exploring Union Square, stop in to The Rotunda for a popover and lobster club.
Zero Zero- Located steps away from Moscone, Zero Zero serves up wood-fired pizzas, pasta dishes, and a range of starters including crudo, bruschetta, and salads. Don't miss their tasty cocktails- you won't be disappointed with the Terroir (St. George Terroir Gin, Huckleberries, Lemon, Basil) or Pimm's Ale an inventive and delicious beer cocktail (Pimm's No. 1, Square One Cucumber Vodka, Lemon, Fresh Squeezed IPA). If you're hungry, go for the Amatriciana (Pancetta, Spicy Tomato Sauce, Sweet Onion, Garlic, Pecorino) Don't even think about skipping dessert. They offer up customizable soft serve sundaes. I go for vanilla soft serve drizzled in olive oil and sea salt with caramel and a chocolate cake on the side- treat yo' self.
Ice cream- SF is a haven for ice cream lovers. A few favorites: Smitten (Yup, ice cream made with liquid nitrogen), Three Twins, & Bi-Rite.
PLAY
Giant's Baseball Game at AT&T Park- SF has an extremely dedicated fan base. Grab some bleacher seats, throw on your panda hat, and enjoy a ball game.
DO NOT FORGET AN EXTRA JACKET.
Lyon Street Steps- For the fitness enthusiast. If you're looking to get your heart rate up and burn a few calories head to the Lyon Street steps. The view from
the top isn't half bad.
Musée Mécanique- Journey back to the turn of the century at this antique arcade on Fisherman's Wharf. Test your strength or have your fortune read.
Useful Apps and Sites
OpenTable- Make reservations online
Uber- Get where you need to go with an Uber driver
