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

The Best Ways to Celebrate National Oyster Day in SF

This coming Saturday, August 5, is National Oyster Day. We encourage you to enjoy the briny delectable bivalves at one of the following restaurants.

The Spectacular Color Factory Is Now Open

A wall of ribbons, a room filled with plastic balls, and an explosion of confetti—these are the scenes at the Color Factory, a new interactive pop-up in SF.

WineaPAWlooza Raises $1.3 Million In Napa Over The Weekend

The Jameson Animal Rescue Ranch raised $1.3 million at its annual wine auction, WineaPAWlooza in Napa that featured many acclaimed vintners.

Fendi Opens Flagship Boutique on Grant Street

The new Fendi store on Grant Street in downtown SF is a stunning two-story shop that reflects the Italian fashion brand’s Roman roots.

Prête Launches in Chicago in Honor of National Blowout Day

A year ago Prête, a blowout app launched in San Francisco and Los Angeles. Today they’ve declared it National Blowout Day and debut in 10 more cities.

The Most Elaborate Truffle Dishes in San Francisco

Although it’s not truffle season, there are plenty of places in San Francisco to indulge in the delicious recognizable flavor of truffles.

Quick Hits: Bay Area Wine and Spirits News

Robert Mondavi introduces new winemaker, ABV announces sherry pop-up bar, and more Bay Area beverage news.

Let’s De-Stress: the Most Luxurious Massage Spots In the Bay Area

Indulging in regular massages is a wonderful way to increase mindfulness and overall well being. We recommend you book one at the following places.

Kerri Walsh Jennings Won’t Stop Believing

Despite a recent shoulder injury, Kerri Walsh Jennings, the volleyball player, isn’t ready to give up her quest for Olympic gold.

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