It takes a long time to establish oneself as a “neighborhood” institution. From deli counters to comic stores to interestingly dressed hobos, earning the title requires patience and diligence along with just the right vibe. Despite it being relatively new to the scene, Daddy’s in the Billburg has been striving

I’ve got a legendary weakness for Asqew’s BBQ sauce. Man that stuff is good! I first got hooked when I moved to the city and was living in the Haight. At the time I spent most happy hours at Hobson’s Choice and I was able to order nachos from Asqew, which is next door. Ever since that time nearly eight years ago, I can hardly pass Asqew without stopping in to get something. And I’m not jiving you either; whether it’s the Texas BBQ chicken, the peppercorn encrusted Ahi, or the roasted garlic mashed potatoes, I’m hooked. I love all of it.

Man do I feel bad for lactards.  No cheese, no milk in their cereal, and especially no ice cream.  Fuck that’s rough.  One of my good friend’s in high school had the deadly combination of being a stoner and being lactose intolerant.  Every time we got irie we’d end up

Taxidermy is one of those things that people love or hate. I freaking love it, even though I’m a vegetarian. There’s just something so fascinating about seeing a natural thing in an unnaturally still state. Also, it’s the best way to get up and close to a tiger without getting

Never as a tween listening to “Not If You Were The Last Junkie On Earth” in San Diego, CA could I have imagined that I would implore Peter Holmström of the Dandy Warhols to give a “shout out” to anything or anyone. And yet, here we are. I’m glad to

Want a tree but don’t have a million dollars?  Try Delancey Street Christmas tree lots, the best holiday gem I’ve found in the city.  Not only is Delancey Street an awesome self-help organization for former substance abusers and convicts that provides academic and vocational training, but it’s also the home

Most of the year, I despise the MTA with an enthusiasm that I reserve for only the most putrid members of our society, like skeazy guys who catcall and expect you to be appreciative, and Rupert Murdoch. This hatred is for the usual, obvious reasons of fare hikes and the