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

CK Contemporary’s Lauren Ellis On Union Square And Must-Have Modern Artwork

As the director and partner of CK Contemporary, a modern art gallery on Geary Street, Ellis has spent the last 14 years getting to know the area.

Jessica Alba, Anna Kendrick, And More Celebrate 29Rooms

Refinery29, a New York-based online magazine is in town this weekend with a special exhibit—29Rooms—at the Palace of Fine Arts.

Massive French Dining Destination Coming To Union Square

One65 is the vision of Claude Le Tohic, a James Beard Award-winning chef. The six-floor culinary emporium will open this fall in downtown San Francisco.

Generosity Abounds At 38th Annual Auction Napa Valley

Earlier this month, the auction, which was chaired by the Mondavi sisters, Angelina, Alycia, Riana, and Giovanna, raised $13.6 million.

Why You Need To Book An Appointment At Patrick Evan Salon

In downtown SF, Patrick Evan is home to over 30 top stylists, many of whom have specialized focuses like extensions, straightening, or keratin.

Vintage House Is Your New Home Away From Home In Yountville

There’s nothing antique or old about Napa Valley’s remodeled Vintage House. The 80-room hotel is a luxurious place to stay in wine country.

August Hall Is SF’s Hottest New Venue

August Hall is an entertainment destination from four hospitality veterans—Nate Valentine, Scott Murphy, Justin Roja and Chad Donnelly.

Domaine Chandon Pulls Out All The Stops In Its 45th Year

Chandon was the first sparkling wine producer in America, and this year is making a splash in celebration of its 45th birthday.

A New Monarch Reigns At Loews Regency San Francisco

Inspired by California’s rich history, chef Howard Ko finds his bearings. We take a look at the hotel’s new restaurant, The Bear & Monarch.

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