Monthly Archives: January 2011

The Power of Pizza

Pizza Margherita

Pizza Margherita from Delfina Pizza in The Mission.

In addition to writing about food, drinks, and stories here on Pisco Trail, I also write about running on Chasqui Runner. And whenever I go for a trail run, I am always thinking of where to eat when I am done. This story is about the day when my running and food universes collided in a powerful fashion.
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Semana Numero 4

Picture of the Week - January 28, 2011

Picture of the Week - January 28, 2011

Can anyone guess where this picture was taken?
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7 Nights of Pisco in San Francisco

Pisco Tasting Notes

Pisco Sour tasting notes and sketches

Last week, I went out to 7 bars searching for the best Pisco Sour in San Francisco. Over 7 nights of drinking I learned that what was old is new again and that there are many ways to make a classic cocktail even better.
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18 Reasons to Love Coffee

Coffee Table

Coffee cupping table at 18 Reasons

In my earliest childhood memories, there was always cafe con leche in the mornings and today that first sip of coffee always makes me smile. But despite enjoying 3-4 cups a day, one of my goals this year is to drink more coffee. What I really mean is that I want to learn more about coffee and attending the coffee cupping at 18 Reasons was a great way to do just that.
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Semana Numero 3

Picture of the Week - January 21, 2011

Picture of the Week - January 21, 2011

Can anyone guess where this picture was taken and why I visit this place?
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