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

Where to Celebrate Beaujolais Nouveau Day in SF

Tomorrow is one of our favorite days of the year: Beaujolais Nouveau day. Although we aren’t in France, most local wine bars and French bistros will commemorate the occasion. Here is how to get in on the fun.

The Hottest Spots for Holiday Goodies in SF

Wondering where to find the best baked goods and accoutrements to make your holiday cheese platter impressive? Here are four of our favorite places that will take care of all of your holiday dining—and drinking!—needs.

SF: Announcing the Winners of the 1st Annual Saucy Awards

In honor of its 80th anniversary, the The Golden Gate Restaurant Association hosted its first ever awards gala, The Saucy Awards last night at Herbst Theater. San Francisco’s top chefs and restaurants were honored.

SF Fashion Designer Jake Debuts Sexy Music Video

San Francisco-based fashion designer Jake Wall debuted a sexy new music video at the Napa Valley Film Festival. Learn more about his collaboration with ToutSuite, Penelope Moore, and Kyle Chesser.

Hollywood’s Leading Ladies Show Films at Napa Valley Festival

Katie Holmes took home an award at the Napa Valley Film Festival for her directorial debut and the film All We Had.

The Big Give: Meet the Bay Area’s Top 10 Philanthropists

These people are changing the landscape of the Bay Area with their generous donations to the arts, sciences, and medicine.

Veronica Beard Pop-Up Shop Comes to SF Tomorrow

Luxe feminine sportswear label, Veronica Beard, will be in town to host a two-day pop-up shop Hillary Thomas Designs. On November 15 and 16 shoppers can pick up the beloved Dickey Jacket, scarfs from a new collection, and limited edition pieces—including pretty ruched dresses and chic moto jackets—exclusive to the San Francisco market.

Shreve & Co.’s Brilliant Move

Co-owner Lane Schiffman on the luxe über-jeweler weathering SF’s pricey real estate market with a shift to spacious new Post Street premises.

Stella McCartney and Marni Join Forces With MGK to Host Stylish Soirées

International fashion brands Stella McCartney and Marni recently came to San Francisco to host events. Both powerhouses joined forces with Bay Area stylist extraordinaire, Mary Gonsalves Kinney.

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