Eva Barrows

Eva Barrows is a San Francisco Peninsula freelance writer and book editor. She writes for regional magazines PUNCH (The Spirit of the Peninsula) and Edible Silicon Valley and contributes to the Kampgrounds of America (KOA) blog. She visits San Francisco and its restaurants on weekends when she needs an adventure. Read more of her travel and food writing at www.evabarrows.com.

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7 Exciting Kid-Friendly Restaurants in San Francisco

Exploring San Francisco with kids? The city by the bay is filled with great eateries and restaurants that are equipped to fit your little ones’ preferences and likings, which will help make family meals out a success. The following kid-friendly San Francisco restaurants will keep the little ones entertained while waiting for their food to […]

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Behind the Scenes at the Fortune Cookie Factory in San Francisco

Wondering through San Francisco Chinatown’s colorful streets and alleyways on foot is a fun way to discover the neighborhood’s unique, vibrant shops and eateries. A turn-down Ross Alley from Washington or Jackson Street will take you to the sweet-smelling Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory. As the only San Francisco fortune cookie factory making the lucky […]

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Get a Taste For The City At These 8 Picnic Spots In San Francisco

San Francisco is diverse in many ways, and one of those ways is its terrain variety. There are wild coastal beaches, rolling hillsides around vibrant neighborhoods, and the sparkling downtown bay waterfront. Picking a few picnic spots in San Francisco to be immersed in these exciting locations is a great way to discover what they […]

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9 Festivals in San Francisco to Celebrate Like a Local

Festivals in San Francisco highlight the fun cultural traditions of the people who call the city home. Some festivals, like the Chinese New Year and Cherry Blossom festivals, celebrate countries of origin. While other festivals showcase the shared art San Franciscans create together, like comedy, film, and literature. Taking part in a festival gives visitors […]

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Fun Things to Do In San Francisco with Kids: Family-Friendly Guide

When exploring San Francisco with family, it’s important to choose activities everyone will enjoy doing together. Some delightfully fun things to do in San Francisco with kids also appeal to caregivers and adults.  Outdoor destinations like parks and zoos motivate kids to explore the natural world by observing plants and animals. Visiting museums with interactive […]

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7 San Francisco Boat Tours: Dinner Cruises, Ferry Rides, Sailing, & More

Visiting San Francisco’s busy waterfront tourist hotspots like Fisherman’s Wharf and Pier 39 are a must, but getting away from it all—out on the water is a sublime opportunity to take in the City’s sights. Experience the serenity of being on the water with spirited marine life and the benefit of a different perspective of […]

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San Francisco Public Transportation Will Get You There

Muni is San Francisco’s public transportation system encompassing bus routes, light rail trains, historic streetcars, and iconic cable cars. Muni connects visitors, commuters, and residents with where they want to go in the city; to neighborhoods full of culinary delights and must-see attractions. There’s always a Muni stop nearby. Plan your route to explore the […]