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

One&Only’s First Private Residence Promises Lux Escape From Cold

San Franciscans looking for an exotic second home to escape the fog should look no further than the upcoming resort Mandarina.

Hotel Nia Is An Oasis In The Middle Of Silicon Valley

With its distinctive decor, attentive service, and outdoor amenities, Hotel Nia is a resort that transports and delights.

This Up & Coming Politician Will Change San Francisco

At a time when City Hall is in desperate need of fresh faces and youthful enthusiasm, Schuyler Hudak is a breath of fresh air in the political scene.

Glittering & Majestic Opera Ball Transports Guests To Argentina

¡Viva La Noche!—the 2018 opening of the San Francisco Opera was a lavish and memorable evening attended by 700 elegantly-clad guests.

Ballet And Music Collide At Fury, A Mad Max-Inspired Experience

Fury is an immersive concert that has a prominent dance element, with seven dancers from San Francisco Ballet and LINES Ballet.

Jeffrey Opens First West Coast Boutique In Palo Alto

Jeffrey, a luxury designer boutique, is now open at the Stanford Shopping Center. It’s the first West Coast storefront for Jeffrey Kalinsky.

Inside The San Francisco Symphony’s Stunning Opening Gala

The event was chaired by a gay male couple, James Hormel and Michael Nguyen-Hormel. The exciting evening was literally the Symphony’s coming out party.

Go Ask Alice: PlumpJack’s New Bar White Rabbit Now Open

The Marina’s latest bar, White Rabbit, brings new life and musical heritage to the neighborhood.

From Schroeder’s Oktoberfest to Dirty Habit’s Movie Night, Here Are 7 Things To Do In September

Also on the calendar? Rum and wine tastings, plus a stunning exhibit by digital installation artist and wave runner, Clifford Ross.

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