Last week, handsome husband and I spent five days in the beautiful city of San Francisco. I really do adore visiting there. I love the gorgeous architecture, the mild climate, and especially, I adore the food.
The thing about San Francisco, for me, is that where we have a number of restaurants here in Seattle that serve seasonal, sustainable, local ingredients, in SF it seems to be the norm rather than the exception. Now, don’t get me wrong – I feel incredibly blessed to live in a city whose priority in that regard is growing all of the time. I think that it was the vast number of choices there either for shopping for local and sustainable or restaurants that provided the same. Many butcher counters had photos of the farmers that they purchased their products from. I loved that!
I was really lucky to have a couple of friends there who were willing to spend time with me, touring their city and sharing their favorite food spots. I spent time in the Mission district in well-known establishments (Tartine) and in small, local, less-known spots with delicious food! I also spent two days visiting the Ferry Building – my most anticipated destination when planning this trip. And let me tell you, I was not disappointed. While it may be touristy, it offered an incredible selection of shops selling wonderful cheeses and meats and local olive oil, wines and teas and sweets. And then there were bakeries and coffee shops and divine restaurants. If I could have brought one thing home from San Francisco, it would be the Ferry Building. A post will follow soon~
I was also incredibly inspired when it came to my food photography aspirations. I gained clarity on what drives me, what inspires me, and the aesthetic that appeals to me the most. I look forward to expanding my abilities and plan to focus on it in a different way after our time in San Fran.
Have a marvelous week mes amies – it is so nice to be home! Spring is upon us and I have a lot of plans for this little farm of ours!
xx
It was such a joy and pleasure to be able to spend an afternoon with you in my city, Kim! I’m glad you had such a great time. AND…you are such a tease in this post! I can’t wait to read more and see more pictures.
Gorgeous pictures! I adore San Francisco and can’t wait to go back! I haven’t been in years. Definitely one of my favorite cities in the world. Looking forward to seeing more…
gorgeous images- i felt like i went on a mini vacation and didn’t have to pack. the food looks divine!
Love your photos, can’t wait to see more. Hugs Florence
I love SF and the Ferry Building is FABULOUS! Gorgeous photos! xxoo
I know I’ve said this before, but you are a lovely photographer! I hope they hire you for Food magazines like Saveur. really, you are that good!!
Also, there is a literary magazine called the sun that you can submit photos for, for free-check it out because I would think they’d love your aesthetic- The Sun,.
I am putting a link to this blog on mine..I need to write more.
xo
Wonderful post Mimi! (I know you are Kimberly, you know how I just love saying Mimi!) I adore San Fransisco as well. The first visit there I just wanted to pick up and move there. I was so serious. Your photos are wonderful. I am pining away for a macro lens now for my food as well as a telephoto lens for scenery. Self-teaching and practicing are all I have right now. Thought your photo of the bike bell was so cute.
Amazing photography, as always. I will definitely need the address for Tartine. Am I understanding right? There are two different places named Tartine there?
Your pictures are so beautiful, and that bread is making me go a little crazy!
♥
Gorgeous photos as always… I can see your passion for this in your shots… oh-so lovely!
LOVE where your passion and inspiration are taking you!! xoxo
You guys are so amazing – thank you! I really am loving all of this and hope that one day it leads me somewhere fabulous. Thanks for all of your support and kind words~
xx
It was great hanging out. We must do it again. Got lots more to show you both in my neighborhood and beyond. Ana and I are going to Boulevard tonight for our anniversary. So excited! I’ll tell you about it sometime….
LOVE! xoxo’s nancy
Kim, I had to make sure I commented and told you how gorgeous your pictures have gotten. I am salivating..
I know you MUST hear this all the time, but what you do–who are you are–how you pursue life just lights a fire in me. You are so talented. You really are
Your gift makes me go somewhere else with every photo I see–I go to a good place–a place that just wants to go and chase the big beautiful world out there! Don’t ever stop 
I love all of your beautiful photos. I would love to go to San Francisco one day. Some of your photos reminded me a little of Pike Place Market, I love going there for the day. It was so good to see you again, what a special weekend.
Hugs,
Kathy
These photos are delicious! They are fresh and warm and real…like the food…and like YOU!
xxoo,
Hi Kim,
Lovely pics. I have never been to San Fransisco but it looks delicious!
leslie
this is fabulous! It looks like you had some sun while there! I enjoy San Fran! It’s so beautiful! Beautiful post!
oh Im so glad you love SF! I am biased being from there but SF is absolutely my favorite place in the world and I have to say Seattle comes in a very close second in terms of places I can see myself living.
As always lovely photos… its been so fun to see how your photography has evolved!
Kimberly, I just love your photography. Can I say it one more time….I love your photography. Each image is just always in a word “gorgeous” and well, makes me hungry for food. For some reason when I come to your blog it makes me think….what creative adventure I wish to take, so thank you Kimberly for inspiring me.
SF is just a awesome place too. So glad you got to enjoy it much.
I love the food there! I think about it often.
Lovely pictures!
I grew up in the Bay Area so S.F was the city I played in. I do love every nook and cranny…I especially miss the days of my youth dancing till 2am in the clubs. I consider S.F my Paris. I now live in the Capitol city so I’m a bit further away, but not too far. Soon my daughter’s will make it there home when they go to college there. I look forward to visiting them often and frolicking in my favorite city again. Those desserts you ate look amazing!
Your photos are outstanding. They all tell a beautiful story. I’m so proud of you dear girl. Keep up the great work; you’re going to be a star I can just see it! xoxo