Bay Area Season 11 episode 5 airs Thursday, May 12 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. Bootfuls of beer, Weinerschnitzel, and Austrian hospitality are featured at a boisterous San Francisco neighborhood spot called Gasthaus Leopold’s. And modern Vietnamese cuisine that pleases both the eye and the palate is found at Tamarine Restaurant and Gallery in Palo Alto. Lastly the cable car rumbles past a cozy Japanese eatery where sashimi, nigiri and sushi shine, on San Francisco’s Nob Hill at Sushi Rapture. My name is Leslie Sbrocco and I’m the host of Check, Please! Each week, I will be sharing my tasting notes about the wine, beer, and spirits the guests and I drank on set during the taping of the show. I will also share some wine tips with each episode. This week I discuss: using water to avoid a hangover. 2012 Le Domaine Saget, Pouilly-Fumé, France $28 The Saget family has been in the wine business for more than three centuries with nine generations at the helm.

This legendary time frame has afforded them ranking among the best producers of the Loire Valley. But, they don’t rest on their laurels and accolades. General Manager Arnaud Saget has taken the reins and is focused on innovation as well with a new line of affordable Vin de France wines dubbed “La Petite Perriere.” This wine, however, falls into their masters category. where can i buy sushi poppersMade from Sauvignon Blanc planted in the Pouilly-Fumé appellation, this classic style of white encompasses citrus and passion fruit aromas with a driving force of minerality. sushi order online dublinPure, focused flavors fleshed out with a luscious texture make it a wine to pair with oysters, scallops or salmon, but also to enjoy on its own as a respite from the day. sushi popper where to buy

Though collector-level quality, it’s priced with drinking in mind so stock up for summer time sipping. 2013 Lombardi Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast, California $38 Tony Lombardi has a long background in the wine business especially with Pinot Noir. He has captured his love of the grape’s elegance with this eponymous project crafting complex Sonoma Coast Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. sushi grade tuna bostonHailing from ultra cool climate vineyards the wine’s hallmarks are freshness layered with cherry fruit notes and a spicy kick. organic food delivery london ontarioIt drinks like silk feels — smooth and sexy. sushi cat 1-4With a few vintages under his belt, this small-production, family-owned operation is one to add to your “must buy” list.take out sushi clarksville tn

2014 Pine Ridge Chenin Blanc + Viognier, California $15 Pine Ridge has a long history in Napa Valley beginning their awarded journey in 1978. Known for intense and age-worthy Cabernet Sauvignon, I tend to recommend their lighthearted, versatile white blend year in and year out. A deliciously fun sip that surprises, it’s comprised of mostly Chenin Blanc with a splash of Viognier. Chenin Blanc is vibrant, citrus-scented and refreshing while Viognier gives roundness and floral aromatics. Try this with piquant, spicy dishes and fresh, tangy cheeses. "Wir kehrten hier auf Empfehlung unseres Busfahrers ein und wurden nicht enttäuscht. Bei der Bestellung stellte sich heraus, dass unsere Bedienung aus Deutschland stammte und heute Geburtstag hatte.…" "Durch eine Empfehlung, die wir im Internet gefunden haben, sind wir auf diesen Laden gestoßen. Das Essen war sehr gut und authentisch. Die Bedienung war super freundlich und immer wieder da um uns…" Könnte auch interessant sein

"Eines der besten Sushi Restaurants in San Francisco. Wir hatten u.a. shiro toro (Tunfisch Bauch als Sashimi 16$ ), Rainbow Roll 12$ ), Spider Roll ( 7$) l, Dragon roll ( 14$) und diverse kleinere Rolls +…" "Wir sind per Zufall auf auf dieses top Restaurant/ Imbissbude gestossen...... Ich muss sagen: einfach nur herrlich dieses Frische und der Geschmack! Coole location, die Preise sind für die Qualität…"Of San Francisco's seven hills, Nob Hill often gets lost in the shuffle. But the rich residents of this well-to-do neighborhood wouldn't have it any other way ("Nob" comes from the British term for the wealthy). While most neighborhoods will clamor for your tourist dollar, Nob Hill quietly overlooks San Francisco behind the walls of the city's grandest and most expensive hotels: The Fairmont, The Mark Hopkins, The Stanford Court, and the Huntington Hotel. Not even the devastating 1906 earthquake could bring this lofty neighborhood down. Even though the massive fire started by the quake burned the hill all the way down to the stone (you can still find black smoke chars form the 1906 fire on some of the granite in this neighborhood), the neighborhood pooled its considerable resources together to build the area right back up.

Many visitors see Nob Hill by way of passing cable car, whizzing  through on the California line to or from Fisherman's Wharf and snapping a few photos of . Don't limit yourself to that, though. If you want a taste of where the elite meet and eat - and San Francisco is one of the richest cities in the world, by the way - hop off that cable car and grab a drink at the Tonga Room and then a juicy steak at the House of Prime Rib. Remember: when on vacation, it's not a bad idea to act like you're filthy rich. Although Bay Area cuisine is all about the latest "foodie" craze, if you're not all that much into someone messing around with your steak, then tuck a white linen napkin into your collar at the House of Prime Rib. The iconic House of Prime Rib...   Photo courtesy of Sanraku Cuisine leaps to the forefront of this restaurant's appeal, thanks to raw and cooked options that, without exception, deliver on flavor, presentation, and preparation. Diners can choose from teriyaki, donburi, and tempura dishes and then pair...  

Warm, intimate Frascati teems with neighborhood folks who appreciate its comfortable ambiance and toothsome cuisine. (For people not so close, the Powell & Hyde cable car runs just beyond the front door.) The menu covers that nebulous...   Photo courtesy of Facebook This Nob Hill brunch spot offers Bay Area diners a comfortable, bistro-style atmosphere and refreshing mid-morning eats. The menu is centered around fresh organic produce, much of which is gathered from local farms, and changes depending on...   Bring Your Appetite to San Francisco's Potluck of Asian Restaurants The Far East in the Far West: San Francisco's Best Chinese Restaurants San Francisco's Italian Restaurants Cook Up the City's Best Comfort Food Expanding Mission: Best restaurants in San Francisco's hottest 'hood Score at These Top Restaurants near Levi's Stadium Photo courtesy of Acquerello Facebook Page Elegant and subdued, this intimate restaurant (whose name means "watercolor") exhibits artistry in both cuisine and appearance.

Acquerello's mission is simple but effective: "At Acquerello, we believe that refined luxury is always in style." Photo courtesy of Keiko Nob Hill When you mix the lofty expectations of French cuisine with the deep pockets of Nob Hill, you get Keiko a Nob Hill, a rich dining experience in every way. For those who want to experience what puts the Nob in Nob Hill, check your humility at the...   You'll always meet up with a strong contingent of locals at this rustic, romantic haunt. The cable car line runs outside, and inside a wood-burning oven and Bay views impart a special charm. The menu's Tuscan cooking features gnocchi with...   Photo courtesy of Flour and Co The cheery bakery and cafe Flour and Co. sticks out among the upturned noses of Nob Hill's high-end restaurants like an unabashedly happy smiley face. If the gourmands of Nob Hill have you too self-conscious about which is the salad fork and...   Photo courtesy of Big 4 Restaurant - The Huntington Hotel