The Top 5 things on my radar this week!

Makeshift Society

Makeshift has been on my radar for a year now. And rightly so, it’s quite possibly the coolest co-working space ever. Leave it to two design-savvy ladies (retail veteran + business strategist Rena Tom along with Victoria Smith of sfgirlbybay fame), to create a space specifically for us creative folks. Think working alongside bloggers, architects, photographers, designers and more. The “clubhouse” looks totally gorgeous (bright, white and cozy) and they even have classes for members to learn everything from how to craft floral arrangements to the in’s and out’s of social media. Awesome, right? You can peep a little behind-the-scenes video about Makeshift here.

b. patisserie

I’ve heard nothing but rave reviews about this little bakery in the lower pacific heights area of San Francisco. Pastry Chef Belinda Leong is creating masterful art with her highly coveted sweet treats. I’m dying to try her famous kouign-amann (pronounced “queen amon”), as well as the macaroons, tarts, brioche . . . I mean, where do I even begin? Remind me to take my “gluten-ease” pill before I go.

No.3

Jenny Chung is to retail what Thomas Keller is to restaurants. The girl has some major retail cred with ACRE/SF and Acrimony, and now she’s added No.3 to the mix. The shop specializes in custom and unique jewelry, including wedding pieces. Everything from stunning black diamond rings to skull studs, plated collar necklaces and lots of rose gold (my fave), this shop is the antithesis of the typical ring shopping experience. I can’t wait to stop in and check out not only the jewels but the shop itself. Word on the street is that the decor is super eclectic and fun. The whole place sounds right up my alley!

Kabuki Springs

I’m almost embarrassed to admit this. But I’ve never been to Kabuki (and I lived in the Bay for 8+ years). Oopsy! Time to fix that pronto.
Located in Japantown, this spa is modeled after the traditional communal bath houses in Japan. You can literally spend the entire day at the communal bath for $25. There are hot and cold pools, steam room and sauna to keep you busy and of course massages, acupuncture and assorted beauty treatments if that strikes your fancy. My friends all love this spot, I think it’s time I finally take the plunge (pun intended).

America’s Cup 2013

I love being near the water. There’s something so calm and serene about watching the ocean do its thing. Yet no matter how much I love the beach and the ocean, I’m not much of a boat girl. Truth be told, being on boats makes me sea sick in a big way. That must be why I’ve always been kind of fascinated by people who love to sail. So, what perfect timing that the America’s Cup is coming to San Francisco’s Pier 27/29 this summer – starting July 4th! Not only can you watch the races and see some of the finest boats in the world, but there’s even a concert series (The Lumineers, Avett Brothers, Jason Mraz and many others) – and it goes all the way through September. Count me in!

Since I’m headed to San Francisco this weekend, I’d love to know, what’s on your radar there? Leave me a note below!

xo