Events Around the Bay – Week of December 15, 2017
The Fairmont Giant Gingerbread House in San Francisco Through January 1 Don’t miss a dazzling winter display of the sweetest real estate at the grand lobby of the historic Fairmont Hotel atop Nob Hill. The impressive edible abode, Victorian style, stands more than 25 feet tall, 35 feet wide, and 10 feet deep and features […]
The Fairmont Giant Gingerbread House in San Francisco
Through January 1
Don’t miss a dazzling winter display of the sweetest real estate at the grand lobby of the historic Fairmont Hotel atop Nob Hill. The impressive edible abode, Victorian style, stands more than 25 feet tall, 35 feet wide, and 10 feet deep and features more than 10,250 homemade gingerbread bricks, 1,650 pounds of candy and over 3,000 pounds of royal icing. The gingerbread house’s railroad track delights guests of all ages who happily gaze and enjoy visiting this amazing architectural structure in the city’s stunning holiday season attractions. Kudos to the Fairmont San Francisco’s talented culinary and engineering teams! Take your time and stop by at the hotel lobby’s Moet & Chandon Champagne Bar for a cup of hot chocolate in the Garden Room. Cheers and happy holidays! The beloved Gingerbread House now offers a private dining space for up to 12 guests! Think: Engagement? Wedding proposal?
Tickets and Information
Free admission
415-772-5000
415-772-5144 for special dining events
www.fairmont.com
950 Mason Street in San Francisco
Photo courtesy of the Fairmont San Francisco
An Irish Christmas in Mountain View
December 20
When Irish eyes are smiling…yours will, too, while celebrating the spirit of this holiday season. No need to travel to Ireland, just take a journey through Christmas with magnificent dancing, singing, and traditional Irish music at the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts (MVCPA). World Champion Dancers Tyler Schwartz and Scott Doherty of “Riverdance” and “Lord of the Dance” fame will lead the Kerry Irish Production’s award-winning cast of dancers in their tribute to the energetic and heel-tapping dance and music culture of Ireland. You are welcome to wear a colorful Irish folk costume, but no dancing in the aisle for you at this performance. Just watch, listen, and smile.
Tickets and Information
Prices range from $35 to $60
650-903-6000
www.mvcpa.com
MVCPA
500 Castro Street in Mountain View
Photo courtesy of Kerry Irish Productions
Menorah Lighting at Union Square in San Francisco
December 12 – 19, 5 p.m.
Continue the well-established tradition of the local miracle since 1975 when community leaders joined together in creating the first public menorah lighting and celebration of Hanukkah in the Bay Area. Join the festivities San Francisco’s “Mama Menorah” celebration at the city’s Union Square, which includes delicious food, music, singing Hanukkah songs, twirling dreidels, and a meet and greet with Jewish celebrities. Did I mention the lighting of the giant Menorah every day until December 19? While at the Union Square try your skills at the fabulous Ice Skating rink. Happy and delicious Hanukah!
Tickets and Information
Free admission
www.billgrahammenorah.org
Union Square in San Francisco
Photo courtesy of Bill Graham Menorah
Spectacular Holiday Teas at the Palace Hotel
Through December 31, 2017
A glamorous Holiday Afternoon Tea fit for royalty is now open to us all at the iconic Palace Hotel in San Francisco. In addition to the afternoon tea, the hotel’s culinary experts extraordinaire are offering the Santa Claus Tea and the unique piece de resistance of the Christmas Eve Santa Tea on December 24. Bring your camera to capture the marvelous memories to enjoy for a long time. Ahh… And don’t forget to raise your pinkie. After all, good manners matter when you are newly-established royalty. Happy holidays!
Tickets and Information
Prices range per your selection of the tea event
For reservations call 415-546-5089 or visit opentable.com
www.sfpalace.com
The Palace Hotel
2 Montgomery Street in San Francisco
Photos courtesy of the Palace Hotel
Lina Broydo immigrated from Russia, then the Soviet Union, to Israel where she was educated and got married. After working at the University in Birmingham, England, she and her husband immigrated to the United States. She lives in Los Altos Hills, CA and writes about travel, art, style, entertainment, and sports. She hardly cooks or bakes, with no borsch or piroshky on her home cooking menu. Therefore, she makes reservations and enjoys dining out, mostly sushi.
