The brewery most identified with San Francisco is now in Japanese hands.  Anchor Brewing Company officially announced today that Sapporo Holdings Limited will be acquiring the company with “plans to continue Anchor’s traditions and legacy in San Francisco while growing the brand globally.” Sapporo is a global beer distributor founded in 1876

Tonight, Thursday, September 6, from 7-11 p.m., you should stop on by Public Works for a food-truck fête. There will be awesome music courtesy of headliners the Frail and Soft White Sixties, plus DJs Richie Panic and Carnita. From 7-9 p.m., grab some FREE Sapporo Premium beer, plus FREE grub from

Normally, Kyo-ya would be on the radar of no broke ass. Its only saving grace for people like us is its happy hour. Kyo-ya has a great atmosphere and layout. It’s mellow and “modern”, if you will. There is also a pretty bitchin’, somewhat secluded room with leather chairs and

As I drink my Chinese beer only one place comes to mind – Japan! With the recent occurrence of the devastating natural disaster I’m sure I’m not the only one with Japan on the brain. Come celebrate all that is Japan, San Francisco style, at the 2011 Cherry Blossom Festival.