Nancy Einhart | September 13, 2011 11:01 amWouldn't it be great if your esthetician made house calls? Felicia Gelardi Skin Care offers the next best thing: a homey atmosphere, complete with fresh flowers, charming decor, and friendly follow-ups long after you've left. So schedule a skin checkup with $25 for $50 toward any service at Felicia Gelardi Skin Care.Read More
Nancy Einhart | September 12, 2011 9:15 amA memorable meal at Circa is a series of meticulously crafted moments: a grilled fig with balsamic chevre, your first bite of English pea risotto, a shared slice of black-and-white cake with caramel sauce and toasted pecans. At this Marina District gem, the swanky setting is as remarkable as the Mediterranean-inspired flavors, providing the perfect recipe for socializing and savoring. Design your dining experience: $60 for a three-course meal for two with wine (up to $120 value) or $100 for a six-course small-plates feast for four, plus dessert and two bottles of wine (up to $200 value).Read More
Nancy Einhart | June 14, 2011 3:40 pmOn Union Street, you'll find a spa every few steps, but when my friend and I made appointments at Alma Holistic ( 2040 Union St., 415-518-6082), we wanted serious, results-driven facials. Though a spa day sounded more fun than a trip to the doctor, our skin issues needed attention and dermatological wisdom. An esthetician as well as a holistic-minded healer, owner Alma Arciniegas provided the perfect cure.Read More
Nancy Einhart | March 16, 2011 8:00 amGather new pearls of skin care wisdom. Pearl Dworkin, the owner of Skincare by Pearl, isn't just an esthetician, she's also an educator who's always seeking to expand her skin knowledge. When she travels to exotic locales, Pearl is constantly on the hunt for new techniques to incorporate into her treatments; on a recent trip to Thailand, she picked up some rose crystal quartz wands, perfect for massaging facial treatments.Read More
Nancy Einhart | March 9, 2011 7:19 amGet star-quality lashes without batting an eye. Whether you've got full lashes that just want a little boost or sparsely lashed lids that need all the help they can get, the expert estheticians at Lashfully can help you find the look that's best for you and your long-term lash health. Founded by esthetician Liv Contreras and Matana LePlae, a devoted client of Liv's, this lush lounge specializes in all things eyes.Read More
Nancy Einhart | March 2, 2011 8:00 amIsa is the neighborhood restaurant that foodies fantasize about. Not only does it serve flawless French food, made from fresh ingredients in the Provencal style, but it's also two restaurants in one. Diners can opt for the romantically lit dining room or Isa's to-die-for heated patio, a Best of Citysearch 2010 winner for outstanding outdoor dining.Read More
Nancy Einhart | June 14, 2011 3:40 pm
On Union Street, you'll find a spa every few steps, but when my friend and I made appointments at Alma Holistic ( 2040 Union St., 415-518-6082), we wanted serious, results-driven facials. Though a spa day sounded more fun than a trip to the doctor, our skin issues needed attention and dermatological wisdom. An esthetician as well as a holistic-minded healer, owner Alma Arciniegas provided the perfect cure.
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