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

Meet the Company That is Cultivating American Truffles

Truffle lovers rejoice! Home grown black truffles could soon be available state side. The dynamic duo that’s making it possible? Entrepreneur Robert Chang and truffle scientist, Dr. Paul Thomas.

Introducing The 5 Hautest Mixologists in SF

From incredibly popular bars like Trick Dog, Comstock Saloon, and Smuggler’s Cove, these are San Francisco’s best mixologists.

Wistiki Launches Presale Orders of New Philipe Starck Collection in US

Wistiki is a French startup that makes a device, called a Wistiki, that allows you to keep track of your belongings. Their latest line of products, a collaboration with Philipe Starck, has debuted in the United States.

7 Delicious Ways to Celebrate Thanksgiving in SF

From crispy turkey leg confit to wild mushroom risotto, here are the best places to enjoy Thanksgiving dinner out in San Francisco.

Haute How-To: Saber Champagne Like A Pro

What’s the most festive way to kick start a haute evening event? A champagne sabering! This entertaining technique requires an incredibly sharp saber and a very cold bottle of bubbles.

5 Reasons Why Cinta is the Best Hair Salon in SF

From expert stylists to a wide variety of services, here are five reasons why we are crazy about Cinta Salon in San Francisco.

8 Pieces From Jay Jeffers New Line That We’re Seriously Lusting Over

One of San Francisco’s most sought after interior designers, Jay Jeffers, has partnered Arteriors to debut a stunning new line of entertaining accessories.

5 Sushi Spots Serving Up the Freshest Fish in SF

If you’re in the city by the bay and in the mood for sushi, you’ve got to check out one of the following five restaurants.

New Generation of Philanthropists Gear Up for 10th SF Social

We sit down with SF Social founders, Anderson Pugash and Kelly Boynton, to talk about their upcoming charity event.

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