Melissa Martin

A true San Franciscan at heart, Melissa grabbed the first flight back after receiving her bachelors’ degree in psychology from Boston University. Melissa loves exploring the vast array of cuisine and nightlife in San Francisco and of course, attending every Giants game she can. She is excited to share her love of the city on HauteLiving.com. Connect with Melissa by e-mail or on Twitter.

Posts by Melissa Martin

Macy’s Introduces Heart of Haiti

Macy’s has recently released a line of products, called Heart of Haiti. This incredible collection of handmade items is produced by Haitian artists to benefit their home country after the devastating effects of their massive earthquake.

Small Plates: The Top 5 Tapas Restaurants in San Francisco

Though “tapas” have traditionally referred specifically to Spanish cuisine, it has been adopted internationally to include to all small plates of food. Tapas are the perfect dining option for those who love to socialize and share meals with family and friends.

By the Slice: The Top 5 Pizza Restaurants in San Francisco

Though pizza used to be seen as a greasy cheap eat, a variety of restaurants have transformed this simple food into a gourmet treat. From delivery slices to upscale pizzerias, this city has it all. Check out a few of the below locations for the best pizza in San Francisco.

This Just In: The Top 5 New Restaurants in San Francisco

When you live in a foodie-centric city like San Francisco, the hottest ticket in town is a reservation to the newest restaurant. Here are a few of the most popular restaurants to open in recent history.

Mirassou Winery Hosts Sun Room Session with LPGA Stars

On October 13, 2010 Mirassou Winery hosted a special Sun Room Session wine tasting party at the CVS/pharmacy LPGA Challenge. The event took place on the tented 18th fairway of the Blackhawk Country Club, located in Danville, California.

Laline to Launch Store on Chestnut Street

Though Laline may not be a household name in the United States, it is a highly successful bath and beauty retailer in both Israel and Europe. Launched by two cousins back in 1999, they now have over 60 boutiques worldwide.

Spark Hosts 5th Annual Black and Pink Ball

On Friday, October 15, 2010, Spark hosted their annual Black and Pink Ball. This event marked the fifth year the Black and Pink Ball has taken place in San Francisco.

Ciao Bella: The Top 5 Italian Restaurants in San Francisco

In a city with such a lively neighborhood as North Beach, there is bound to be a plethora of fantastic Italian restaurant throughout the city. For great recommendations, try these spots for Mediterranean-inspired cuisine so good it will make you sing “When the world seems to shine like you’ve had too much wine, that’s amore.”

Zoo II Hosts Annual Fur Ball

On Oct 2, 2010, Zoo II, an organization of young professionals and San Francisco Zoo supporters, hosted their annual Fur Ball.

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