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New to SF-ers: Here are 5 tips for How to have a "Hella good time" in The City

June 10, 2013/in SF /by Guest Blogger

The following article is a guest post, courtesy of Catherine Nguyen

Hey CMBers!
We’re back with our series on how to get plugged into your new city. We recently wrote about NYC, Boston, and Chicago, today we’re focusing on Bagels new to SF. SF was recently described as the most romantic city according to a few love doctors, and we here at CMB agree! Lucky for you single bagels and recent college grads, we came up with the 5 best websites for falling in love in and with SF – from where you live, what you do and wear, and everything else in between.
Apartment Hunting with Apartment List
100+ districts. 49 square miles. Where do you even begin? Apartment List makes apartment hunting easy by consolidating property listings from hundreds of qualified listing services into 1 integrated interface. With unique features to compare properties with friends and potential roommates, and neighborhood metrics like “Walkability” and “Charm” scores, Apartment List makes the nuances of moving to a new city, fun!
P.S. Don’t know where to live in SF? Check out this extensively awesome and comical guide (Part 1, Part 2) from The Bold Italic about district stereotypes and where you will fit in

Unrealistic expectations is a serious side effect of apartment hunting. Hunt with caution with ApartmentList

How to be a Social Butterfly – Sosh
Sosh is a personal concierge and activity recommendation app that curates events specifically tailored to your liking. Craving Italian in North Beach for your next romantic date? Want to take a baking class on how to make french macaroons? Sosh has suggestions for every want and need so you will never be bored in SF.

Evolving from an awkward recent college grad to a full-time working professional can be hard.

One (wo)man’s trash is another (wo)man’s treasure – PoshMark
Remember when you could trade clothes with your roommates, friends, and sisters? Now you can, even if they are halfway around the world from you. Calling all ladies of CMB new to San Francisco, this app is for you. PoshMark allows you to shop the closets of other women around the world, while at the same time selling what you have in your closet. Revamp your fashion & accessories for a fresh new look!

PoshMark feels your pain & is here to help! Shop the closet of women all around the world.

Everything Else SF
The Bold Italic
Subscribe to The Bold Italic, an online magazine for all things San Francisco-related (living, eating, breathing), written and run by real San Francisco locals and writers. From fun posts like 10 Healthy Reasons to Drink Coffee and Sugar Daddies Name SF the Most Romantic City to helpful posts like an interactive San Francisco ‘Hood Guide for new San Franciscans.

7×7
Also run by SF regulars, 7×7 (named for SF’s 49 square miles & now evolved to 7 things to love for 7 days a week) is a city-living magazine with more coverage on fashion, food & entertainment. 7×7 also covers Marin and East Bay (Napa & Sonoma) for those looking for a quick weekend getaway.

Start the weekend (or week) right: Best happy hour deals for how to meet people in your city

June 7, 2013/in Funny & Videos /by Guest Blogger

The following article is a guest post, courtesy of Catherine Nguyen

It’s best the hour of your day. It’s the happiest hour of your day. Hell, why should you limit yourself to one hour? If you’re new to the city and are looking to meet people, hit up these happy hour deals to get in with the locals.

San Francisco
Johns Colins, Financial District
Happy hour runs from 5-7pm on Monday-Thursday, and 4-7pm on Friday, with $2 off domestic beers, $4 off draft beers, $5 well drinks and usually accompanied by a hip-hop DJ. Though located in the financial district, Johns Colins is frequented by many SOMA-ers and SF natives for a diverse crowd.
Bloodhound, SOMA
According to Yelpers, drinks here are notoriously strong, but combined with a rustic vibe of antlers and a game of Big Buck Hunter, the happy hour experience will keep you coming back for more. They’re dog-friendly too, so maybe you’ll get to meet some bloodhounds while you’re here!

Boston – McGreevy’s: Boston’s Best Irish Pub & Sports Bar

You haven’t truly experienced Boston until you’ve experienced McGreevy’s, a traditional Irish pub dedicated to all things Boston – sports, history, and music. Check out this place if you’re looking to watch the Red Sox game after work with some new friends and diehard fans. Follow their Twitter @McGreevysBoston for the latest in happy hour weekly drink specials from 4 to 7pm.

#MeetMeAtMcGreeveys via @McGreevysBoston

NYC – Blind Tiger, West Village
It’s never too early for happy hour — at Blind Tiger, $1 off draught beer, cask ale, wine, prosecco and mead starts every weekday from 11:30am and going on until 8pm. With an awesome happy hour menu of seasonal dishes oysters, wings, and of course the “always-questionable-but-never-deniable” sliders, those looking to meet local NYers are in for a real treat.

Washington DC – El Centro DF, near U Street Metro Station
What can be better than a taqueria, tequileria, and rooftop bar? Nothing, especially when its done by Chef Richard Sandoval. Serving a full selection of tequila and delicious tacos weekly from 5 to 7pm on the rooftop, and daily specials from Nacho Mondays to Margarita Wednesdays, El Centro DF is the place to be to meet people.

Taco Tuesday anyone?

Los Angeles – Verdugo
For something more low-key but still with the glamour of Los Angeles, Verdugo offers “beer, booze, and beats” to unwind from work. With additional seating outside in their patio, Verdugo gives the vibe of being a sultry beer garden and makes mingling with the locals and new friends easy. Throw in a rotating menu of food trucks and 22 different taps, and you got yourself a solid happy hour.

Chicago – Check out our recent post, Top 10 Summer Happy Hour Bars in Chicago for a full selection on the best bars to wine & dine after work.

Stressed about post grad life? 5 mobile apps that will help you rule the universe (…but not really)

June 3, 2013/in Funny & Videos /by Guest Blogger

The following article is a guest post, courtesy of Catherine Nguyen

So you just graduated from college…now what? Before the real world hits you too hard, we came up with 5 free mobile apps to help you get adjusted to your life outside of school. These apps will help you manage the 5 most important aspects of your life: productivity, finance, health, social and alas, your love life. Enjoy your first years out of school stress-free with help of technology.

Productivity – CloudOn

As a recent college grad breaking into the industry, first impressions are important. CloudOn centralizes all of your working files in one workplace so you can work outside the 9-5 routine, and impress your boss with your work ethic! Now, you can easily view, edit, and share your files on Microsoft Office through your favorite cloud storage services Dropbox, Box, and Google Drive.

Finances – Manilla

Rent, food, credit card bills, travel expenses, student loans, car loans — you’ve seen it all. If you’re struggling with paying on time, budgeting your money, or even remembering login information, our friends over at Manilla have a solution for you. Their free app securely integrates all your accounts so you can easily manage your bills and budget for them — like a real adult!

Social – BlockAvenue

BlockAvenue lets you see what is happening up your block and around your ‘hood. Currently a website-based service, BlockAvenue gives you the low down on the hottest restaurants and bars, with reviews from city locals and a grade from A to F from BlockAvenue’s secret algorithms. BlockAvenue is also a great resource for everything else social-related, such as locating local ATMs, gyms, and grocery stores to recent crimes in the area.

Health – Fitocracy

If you still got the dreaded Freshman 15 from college, don’t sweat it. With Fitocracy, you have the support of an entire social network of health gurus, other aspiring athletes, and your own friends to help you get addicted to being fit. Fitocracy sends you daily workouts in the form of a challenge so you can earn points once completed and beat your friends in the quest to be the fittest of them all. Even Arnold Schwarzenegger approves!

Love – Coffee Meets Bagel

Moving to a new city not only means a new job and new friends, but also a potential new beau. Our team here at Coffee Meets Bagel has created a free dating service that uses your social network to introduce to you one “bagel”, or match, everyday at noon, so dating is fun and easy — the way it’s supposed to be. Register now on our website or follow us on @CoffeeMBagel to stay tuned for our official app launch later in the summer!

Great Date Ideas: SFMOMA Closing Party

May 29, 2013/in SF /by CMB

Hey Bagels!

Come start your weekend, and your summer, early at the SFMOMA Closing Party starting Thursday. This is the last chance to check out the museum before it paves way for the new SFMOMA. This is your chance to show off your artsy side to your Bagel so don’t miss this great date idea!

SFMOMA’s Modern Ball Museum Party – they know how to party!

WHAT: SFMOMA Celebration Countdown
WHERE: 151 Third Street (between Mission & Howard)
WHEN: Thursday 5/30 to Sunday 6/2

Why should you check it out?

Sangria Bar & Local DJ’s @ Countdown Celebration Kick Off Party: Relax from a long day at work on Thursday evening with music and booze, plus fun activities such as a featured gaming pc lounge and t-shirt screen printing.
Off the Grid will be there with food trucks like Me So Hungry, Tres Truck, Fiveten Burger and more.
24 Hour Movie?!? If you have ever wanted to spend an entire day watching TV and still be ‘cultured,’ now’s your chance! “The Clock” will be playing on six separate screens. It’s expected to be popular so get there early, and no, you don’t have to stay for the whole thing! Check their twitter for wait times and updates: @TheClockSFMOMA

This is a great summer date idea to get to know other SF locals – its free, casual, and artsy!

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