As you know, we here at BAS.com love the fuck out of El Rio.  Hell, our own Threadbare-Fact Finder, Stephen Torres, even works there.  He even wrote a whole piece detailing all of El Rio’s amazing deals, and there are MANY of them. Today this fantastic watering hole is celebrating

Grandma’s clientele mostly consists of old people, poolsharks and pukers.  Patches from police, firemen and paramedics line the wall behind the bar while an old mid 80’s video game keeps a silent vigil over a dismal scene.  I hope I’m not drinking in places like Grandma’s in 30 years.  It’s

This is pretty much how I imagine all of my readers to look like: 18th century degenerate winos.  Ah…a boy can dream can’t he? Spencer and Daniels Wine Outlet are doing their crazy wine madness event again on Thursday.  There’s gonna be art, music, raffles and of course lots of

It’s that time of year kids!  Time for two of the more contentious festivals in the city:  The San Francisco Italian Heritage Parade (aka Columbus Day Parade) and Fleet Week! Military grandstanding and attending celebrations named after an ambitious sailor who initiated mass genocide may not rank high in a

After a long and tiring rummage through Amoeba, people often find themselves in need of an adult beverage. Chances are you’ve just blown your wad on those albums you didn’t even know you’ve been wanting for five years and you’re feeling a little strapped for cash. Well don’t stress too

The Castro is known for many things. Referred to as ‘œAmerica’s anus’ by Dave Chappelle, it’s a cozy little spot where you can pretty much get away with whatever you want. With all of the bright lights, countless bars and fairies skipping around the streets, I like to think of

Fact #1: Over 42% of homeless children are under the age of five. Fact #2: Women over 25 earn on average 79.4% of the salary paid to men over 25. Fact #3: Regardless of the proven benefits, nearly 25% of Americans are skipping breakfast. These figures are horrifying. I suggest