San Francisco is undoubtedly a captivatingly charismatic city. We have pretty people, amazing architecture, and wonderful weather (usually). Believe it or not, our compact, walkable, seven-by-seven metropolis is actually comprised of more than 100 distinct neighborhoods, each with a cultural flare all its own. Though each one is unique, only five are smoking haute right now.

People watching in San Francisco is about as easy as it gets. Our mercantile metropolis by the sea provides a plethora of attractive, interesting, colorful, or unique (read: totally crazy) individuals for your viewing pleasure on every chaotic corner. However, if you need a little guidance, because watching the homeless gentleman on Chestnut with a rat atop a cat atop a dog isn’t really your scene, then let today’s Haute 5 be your guide to public people perusal.

We all need a little manufactured “happy” in our lives once in a while and if that happy has to be made of Grey Goose, so be it. Our fair and serene San Francisco is blessed with a lofty share of excellent establishments ready to provide a drink, a snack, and a smile. Let today’s Haute Five show you where cheer and joy live. After all, it’s always Happy Hour somewhere…and I’ll drink to that!

Is there anything more satisfying than a good glass of Rioja at the end of the day? Maybe a glass of Pinot Noir? Perhaps Prosecco? Let today’s Haute 5 Wine and Charcuterie Bars guide you through this vineyard we call San Francisco.

If you’ve been following the SF Haute Five for the past few months, then you, faithful reader, have been directed to the coolest, classiest and most calorically rich spots in town. If you’re like me, that means indulging, enjoying, and packing on a little extra poundage. Are those designer jeans a little snug around the middle? Never fear! Haute Living has your back, middle, and rear end with this week’s Haute 5 Workouts. Put down that pain au chocolat and get moving…it’s time to make you sweat. After all, bathing suit season is approaching.

Any way you mix, muddle or shake it, Mixologists are valued and appreciated members of the what’s haute fraternity because they tickle our taste buds with inventive and alluring alcoholic treats. A night out on the town is perfected only once you have a creative cocktail in your grasp. In a city with such carefully…

As something that the Queen of England indulges in every afternoon, High Tea is what all of us who hope to be haute should aspire to. Beyond its regal roots, partaking in a cup of hot tea has health benefits as well as relaxation properties, which is reason enough to start sipping. Follow in her majesties royal footsteps with the San Francisco Haute Five Tea Rooms.

Your body is a sacred temple, and should be treated accordingly, not to mention carefully. However, after that bumpy flight, or that brutal tennis game, or that stressful call with your in-laws, or even that third double vodka on the rocks, your body can become more of a broken down palace than resplendent sanctuary. With body rejuvenation and inner well being in mind, we give you the Haute 5 Massage Parlors in San Francisco. Go ahead, pamper yourself. You work (and play) hard.

The city of Paris, France is arguably one of the most enchanting and quixotic destinations in the world. The sights, the sounds, and the smells are unparalleled, but it’s the cuisine that truly sets them apart. Sacred and special, filled with butter, a meal (or even a simple croissant) in Paris is worth a thousand words.