Katie Sweeney

Katie Sweeney is a San Francisco-based journalist who has created lifestyle, culinary, and luxury content for over a decade at many nationally-known and respected publications. Prior to Haute Living, Katie was a contributing editor at MyDomaine, the LA-based lifestyle website, writing over 20 stories per week. Before that, Katie worked as a personal chef to the Newsom family for two years. She catered and orchestrated many of Lt. Governor Gavin Newsom and his wife Jennifer Siebel Newsom’s personal events. Katie got her start at PopSugar, where she was the founding editor of its food channel. During her five years at PopSugar, she established a following over 750K readers, represented the brand at countless national culinary events like the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen, and launched a popular video cooking series.

Posts by Katie Sweeney

Emily Holt: San Francisco’s New Fashion Hero

Emily Holt is entering the ring as San Francisco’s new style champion, debuting her store, Hero Shop, in a very surprising location.

Skinworx Brings Facial of the Future to San Francisco

At the new Union Street boutique, Skinworx, you can find personalized skincare products and the latest in skincare technology, and receive a Hydrafacial MD.

Ken Fulk Talks Journey to Design Stardom and New Book

Haute Living sits down with Ken Fulk to discuss his journey to design stardom and his recently published book, “Mr. Ken Fulk’s Magical World.”

Meet Tokyo Gamine, SF’s Very Own Haute Couturier

Tokyo Gamine is Yuka Uehara’s brainchild—an innovative new fashion collection that involves a completely personalized experience. More art than everyday, her hand-painted couture dresses have caught the eye of SF’s socials.

SF: St. Francis Yacht Club Prepares for 52nd Rolex Big Boat Series

The 52nd annual Rolex Big Boat Series hosted by the St. Francis Yacht Club takes place this weekend, Thursday, September 15 -18, in the San Francisco Bay. With over 112 competing vessels, the boating event is the premier West Coast regatta.

Inside the San Francisco Symphony Opening Gala

Over 1,000 guests, dressed in ball gowns and tuxedos, descended on City Hall and Davies Symphony Hall for the San Francisco Symphony Opening Gala. Here’s our exclusive look at the event.

Robert Mondavi Winery Blesses Grapes Tomorrow and Honors Margrit’s Legacy

Harvest—and all of the glorious festivities that go along with it—is in full swing up in Napa. However, as one winery looks forward to it’s 51st annual blessing of the grapes, it’s also taking a moment to honor the past.

Haute Secrets: Where David Sinegal Wines and Dines

David Sinegal was in charge of buying and merchandising all of Costco’s spirits before going on to work with Starbucks, Pepsi, and Frito.

8 Wine Country Events That Celebrate the Bounty of Harvest

Throughout September and October, wine country is bustling with the activities of harvest. Here are the hautest harvest events that have to be on your radar.

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