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

Interior Designer Suzanne Tucker’s Dos And Donts Of Holiday Decorating

Suzanne Tucker knows a thing or two about decorating, so we asked her to share her secrets for holiday decor. Here’s what she recommends.

The Life-Changing Magic Of Giving With Dede Wilsey

Learn why San Francisco’s hardworking philanthropic force, Dede Wilsey, will never stop fundraising in our exclusive profile.

Gettys Throw Star-Studded Poker Night For AmfAR

Saturday night Gordon and Anne Getty opened their Pacific Heights home for a poker tournament that drew the likes of Robin Wright and Karolina Kurkova.

Lazy Bear’s New Wine Program Launches With Over 1200 Labels

The beloved two Michelin-starred Mission-district restaurant has unveiled a comprehensive new wine list and announced an exciting mezzanine program.

A Glamorous Feast In The Name Of RBG

The city oozed Hollywood glamour as SFFILM honored Felicity Jones and Armie Hammer for their movie On The Basis of Sex, a biopic about Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

Modern Citizen’s Gorgeous Flagship Boutique Now Open

Find chic wearable jumpsuits, comfortable dresses, and cozy layering sweaters that are perfect for the Bay Area’s quickly changing climate at the store.

Meals On Wheels Hosts 6th Annual Women And Wine Luncheon

Held at Gary Danko, the luxe luncheon started with a wine reception where guests mingled with the winemakers like Heidi and Remi Barrett of La Sirena.

Serge Sorokko Gallery Debuts Rare Collection Of Working Girl Photographs

Serge Sorokko Gallery has opened its latest exhibition, a rare, never-before-seen collection of photographs from Robert Flynn Johnson’s book, Working Girls.

Join The San Francisco Opera For An Evening On The Stage

Looking for a fantastic way to kick start the holidays? How about an extravagant dinner inside the War Memorial Opera House?

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