Shoshi Parks

The decline of the American South's cotton and sugar industries paved the way for plantations in British-controlled Fiji and Australia, where victims of “blackbirding” endured horrific working conditions

Downtown San Francisco is back, baby.It doesn’t look exactly like it did pre-pandemic but no matter: A slew of recent art, food, and drinks arrivals have once again made it fun to spend the whole day exploring the neighborhood.Here’s how to spend the perfect Saturday in downtown SF right now.

The decline of the American South's cotton and sugar industries paved the way for plantations in British-controlled Fiji and Australia, where victims of "blackbirding" endured horrific working conditions.

Is there a more perfect match than cats and boxes? Age, gender, breed—it doesn't matter. For cats, cardboard boxes are irresistible. “Cats are predators that like to hide and ambush their prey.

Something wonderfully unexpected is afoot at NoPa’s new wine lounge, Gigi’s.At most wine-centric spots, the menu and decor are French- or Italian- or Northern California–influenced. But this petite Divisadero Street resto-bar found its inspiration a little farther afield, in Vietnam.That’s the work ...

A little over a year ago, West Maui was devastated by the kind of misfortune that Northern Californians know all too well. When sparks from a broken power line caught dry, flammable vegetation on fire and high winds spread burning embers far and wide, an apocalyptic inferno ignited upcountry and bur...

The best winter dog coats keep pups warm and dry in cold and snow. Our top picks include insulated, water-resistant jackets for small and large dogs.

Cleaning the litter box is the most dreaded job of any cat guardian, but using one of the best cat litters can make the task easier.

Whether you head out to the coast with its picture-perfect seaside bluffs and crashing waves, or keep inland to the oak woodlands and vineyard views, the trails in Marin and Sonoma are as enchanting for canine-kind as they are for us.From the Marin Headlands to Mount Burdell, these seven dog-friendl...

Mental stimulation that engages a dog's evolutionary instincts helps prevent boredom, depression, and anxiety while building a dog's confidence, independence, and problem-solving skills.