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Flavors of San Francisco

6:00-8:30 PM
Cityview Room, Metreon

101 4th Street
San Francisco, CA 94103

Mayor Gavin Newsom will kick off this year’s Small Business Week by rolling out the red carpet for small business owners at the annual Flavors of San Francisco event.  Enjoy a gala evening featuring more than 25 local restaurateurs and merchant associations and savor a taste of San Francisco.

A special awards ceremony will honor local business owners who have been elected to receive the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Small Business Award. So be sure to join over 1000 small business owners and community leaders for this exciting event and help us get the week off to a great start!

Program
Master of Ceremonies:
Richard Ventura, Commissioner, Small Business Commission

Remarks:

  • Mayor Gavin Newsom, City and County of San Francisco
  • Mark Quinn, District Director, Small Business Administration 
  • Michael Billeci, Regional President, Wells Fargo Bank

Small Business Administration Award Winners:

  • Small Business Person of the Year:
    Janine Popick,
    CEO and Co-Founder of VerticalResponse
  • Financial Services Advocate of the Year:
    Katy Johnson,
    Wells Fargo Bank
  • Women in Business Advocate of the Year:
    Barbara Kasoff,
    Women Impacting Public Policy
  • Minority Business Advocate of the Year:
    Denise Coley,
    Director, Global Supplier Diversity Business Development, Cisco Systems, Inc.

Presentation of Award to Pacific Gas & Electric 2010 Green Business Award Winner: Michael Buich, Tadich

Special Performance by:
Steve Silver’s Beach Blanket Babylon featuring Stephanie Harwood.

Closing Remarks
Richard Ventura

Participating Restaurants:

Aperto Restaurant
1434 18th St. / 415.252.1625
apertosf.com

Aperto restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine with local & organic California influences. We offer daily specials and an eclectic array of wines by the glass. For 18 years, Aperto continues to be a true neighborhood restaurant with reasonable prices and a welcoming atmosphere.

Bar Adagio
550 Geary St./ 415.354.2610
www.jdvhotels.com/hotels/adagio

In a fast paced world, Bar Adagio invites you to slow down, share the Joie of fun small plate dining with friends, new and old.  Relax as you enjoy a hand-crafted cocktail with great company in one of three inviting lounge or dining areas. As casual as it is refined, Bar Adagio offers the best of both worlds.

Cafe de Mi Abuelo
650.712.1456
www.coffeeofmiabuelo.com

Our mission at Cafe de Mi Abuelo is to provide the best coffee from Dipilto, Nicaragua. Cafe de Mi Abuelo was founded to pass a legacy that was started 50 years ago by Abuelos Don Francisco “Panchito” Centeno and Dona Sarita Gadea de Centeno. Respect for the land, plant life, animal life, and human life will always be a vital part of our family business.

ebb and flow
598 Guerrero St. / 415.355.9191
ebbandflowsf.com

We are a sustainable seafood restaurant with a casual vibe focusing on west coast ingredients in our food and wine program.

Eureka Restaurant-Lounge
4063 18th Street / 415.431.6000
www.eurekarestaurant.com

With 3 distinct dining rooms, friendly staff and a warm comfort food driven menu with a Southern twist, Eureka is the hidden gem of the Castro.  The lounge and full bar at the top of the stairs provides an atmosphere of style and sophistication for the seasoned martini drinker.

Frisco Fried
5176 Third Street / 415.822.1517

At Frisco Fried we pride ourselves on friendly service, warm home-style seating, representing the S.F Giants, and most importantly, some down home San Francisco-style soul food.

Gastronaut
5919 Third St. / 415.822.4011
www.gastronautsf.com

We are tour guides on the frontiers of food. When we’re not cooking for our regular clients we’re thinking about how to create our next taste explosion. Our flavors and ideas are far-reaching but our organic and sustainable ingredients are sourced locally.

Goat Hill Pizza
300 Connecticut St. / 415.641.1440
goathill.com

Locally owned since 1975, Goat Hill Pizza is Potrero Hill’s oldest restaurant, a neighborhood gathering spot with excellent food and great service. Goat Hill Pizza makes its own sourdough crust and serves housemade sauces, soups and dressings, and uses only the freshest ingredients.

Ike’s Place
3506 16th St. / 415.726.5292
www.ilikeikesplace.com

All Ike’s Place sandwiches are made to order, and come with Ike’s (soon-to-be) patented Dirty Sauce, Ike’s house garlic aioli sauce, made with numerous herbs, spices, of course garlic, and some of Ike’s own secret ingredients.

Julia Morgan Ballroom & Credo
465 California / 415.421.7730
www.juliamorganballroom.com, www.credosf.com
The Julia Morgan Ballroom is an architectural masterpiece combining a timeless Beaux-Arts Interior with superior modern amenities. The Ballroom presents an ideal venue for corporate events, charitable fetes, and holiday parties. Credo is the Latin (and Italian) word for “I believe.” At Credo, we believe in authentic Italian peasant food, simply prepared and served in a uniquely modern environment.

Kutch Wines
1890 Clay Street #408 / 917.270.8180

http://www.kutchwines.com

Artisan producer of Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir with emphasis on food friendly styled wines.

Lime
2247 Market Street / 415.621.5256
www.lime-sf.com

Lime restaurant and lounge offers fresh, tasty, seasonal food at a reasonable price, as well as divine cocktails mixed by our expert bar staff.  Whether you’re on a date or with a group, Lime provides a fun and inviting atmosphere for the perfect evening.

The Little Chihuahua Mexican Restaurant
292 Divisadero St & 4123 24th St, San Francisco / 415.205.7111
www.thelittlechihuahua.com
At The Little Chihuahua, our goal is to make delicious, healthy, Mexican-inspired food, while at the same time, make choices that help protect our Earth.

Lotta’s Bakery
1720 Polk ST / 415.359.9039
www.lottasbakery.com

Lotta’s Bakery has been a full service neighborhood bakery since May 2007.  We provide locally baked goods for the surounding community.  Stop in for special ocasion cakes, wedding cakes or just a few cookies to share with your family and friends.

Pacific Catch
1200 9th Ave. / 415.595.4606
www.pacificcatch.com
At Pacific Catch We combine the bold sauces, spices and innovative cooking preparations of Asia, Latin America and Hawaii with local California ingredients to create a new kind of fish house. Explore the Tastes of the Pacific.

Palio d’Asti
640 Sacramento Street / 415.395.9800
www.paliodasti.com

Since 1990, family owned and Michelin-recognized Palio d’Asti has thrived as San Francisco’s favorite downtown Risorante. We offer a seasonal menu, professional service, an award-winning wine list, a premium bar, and a heated cigar patio.

Patxi Chicago Pizza
3318 Fillmore street / 415.345.3995
patxispizza.com

Patxi’s Chicago Pizza!!!! Say ‘PaH – Cheese’  Taste Chicago !!!!!

Pralines By Yvonne
5128 Third Street / 415.368.7900
www.pralinesbyyvonne.com

Pralines By Yvonne specializes in delectable southern style desserts.

Ryan Scott 2 Go
425 Barneveld Avenue / 415.828.4592
www.ryanscott2go.com

Ryan Scott 2 Go is an experienced catering company offering the finest food and service featuring San Francisco’s “Private Top Chef”.

Salute Santé! Grapeseed Oil
68 Coombs Street / 707.251.3900
www.grapeseedoil.com

Food & Vine, certified green by Green America, is the purveyor of Salute Santé! Grapeseed Oils – the Chef’s Choice! A favorite ingredient in the best professional kitchens, Salute Santé! shines with its light neutral taste and high smoke point.

Saratoga Chocolates
3489 16th St. / 415.861.8682
www.saratogachocolates.com

Saratoga Chocolates creates exceptional handmade chocolate confections using fresh ingredients with no preservatives. Our San Francisco store is located at the site of the historic Joseph Schmidt store in the Upper Market/Castro area.

Spice It Up Catering Services, LLC
1971 Oakdale Avenue, Suite A / 415.760.1454
www.spiceitup-catering.com

The Spice It Up Catering’s mission is to provide superior catering and culinary services and invite you to have a palatable culinary experience.

TCHO Chocolates
Pier 17 / 415.963.5053
www.tcho.com

Located on the historic waterfront, we are San Francisco’s only chocolate manufacturer. We focus on the natural flavors of cacao and combine chocolate with technology to produce the purest and finest chocolates from pod to palate.

The Ramp Restaurant
855 Terry Francois Blvd. / 415.621.2378
www.ramprestaurant.com

For down home food on the old waterfront, head over to The Ramp to bask in the sun and enjoy our award winning cocktails & hearty portions of American food.  The funky patio is an urban oasis, situated next to a working boatyard overlooking San Francisco Bay!  The Sun, The Water, The Ramp!

The Seltzer Sisters Bottling Company
816 Charter Street, Redwood City / 650.465.5746
www.seltzersisters.com

The Seltzer Sisters is a local bottling company that uses refillable bottles to serve local restaurants, offices and homes throughout the Bay area!

Thirsty bear Brewing Co.
661 Howard Street / 415.974.0905
www.thirstybear.com

ThirstyBear Brewing Company is a local, certified organic craft brewery. We brew and pour a minimum of nine distinctive, Premium Organic hand-crafted beers, created by Brewmaster Brenden Dobel.

Underdog
1634 irving st / 415.665.8881
www.myspace.com/underdogorganic

Underdog is an eco-friendly restaurant that specializes in organic hot dogs and sausages. Our meat sausages are made from organic meats and spices, and our vegetarian and vegan sausages are made from non-GMO soy. Also on our organic menu are salads, deserts, beverages, snacks, and candy.

Urban Bread
3901 18th Street / 415.552.8378

Urban Bread delivers on the promise of fresh, wholesome food, bread and pastries, made daily. Urban Bread serves our Castro neighbors by providing healthful food and offering environmentally-sound and socially-responsible product choices.

Yield Wine Bar
2490 3rd St. / 415.401.8984
www.yieldsf.com

Yield is an intimate wine bar located in the heart of San Francisco’s historic Dogpatch Neighborhood and is San Francisco’s first eco-friendly wine bar. We are committed to supporting sustainable winemaking and agriculture, as well as family owned and operated wineries. We make sustainable not only affordable, but fun!


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