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Located in SOMA this bar and restaurant serves up amazing dishes and some of the best cocktails in the country (in 2014 it was nominated for the "James Beard" award for outstanding bar program.) Designed by Aidlin Darling Design, the beautiful space features a 1,600 square-foot courtyard and organic garden, where they grow their own herbs for the artisanal cocktails. I personally recommend the 'Tequila Fix.'
Photography by My JetSetter Life
Built in 1933, Coit Tower is an iconic landmark of the San Francisco sky line. Taking in the majestic 360* views of the bay is well worth the hike up the precarious Filbert stairs. From high atop Telegraph Hill the San Francisco bay lies sparkling below you from the stalwart Bay Bridge to the iconic fog shrouded Golden Gate. Take your time and wander the garden trails, if you are lucky you may encounter the famous and noisy green parrots of Telegraph Hill.
1 Telegraph Hill Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94133
Beautiful bay views
Take a walk up the Filbert Street stairs.
All photos by My JetSetter Life.
Hey JetSetters, what a busy few months it has been! Unfortunately not so much on the Jet-Setting front, but non stop work work work. I'm pleased to announce that the second city in the My JetSetter Life series - San Francisco is toward completion! And hope to reveal it by the end of November.
In the meantime, i'd like to share with you a little good news, I am currently being featured in this months UPPERCASE Magazine-issue 23!! Hopefully more to come in the future of this venture.
Mr. JetSetter
After a busy few months working on My JetSetter Life Los Angeles, I've finally been able to enjoy a little downtime and get the remaining artwork color matched and printed to sell in my Etsy store. All prints are 13" x 19", printed on good quality heavy matte paper using Epson inks. All prints are Ikea frame friendly fitting nicely into the RIBBA 16.5" x 20.5" frame.
My backpacking life part 5…….
The final part of our Central America adventure ended with five days in Mexico city. Originally this was to be a twelve hour layover, but as I had to get my work visa renewed we decided to extend the trip and see what Mexico city had to offer.
I had heard Mexico city was an unsafe place to travel too, but our experience was far from it. Of course it is like any big city, just be on your guard and don't put yourself into dangerous situations. We walked around the city, travelled on the city subway (the second largest in North America after New York city) took cabs around at night and generally felt pretty safe.
Mexico City offers a vast array of culture, museums, color, food and a surprising amount of Mid Century modern. It is important to do your research before planning your trip, unlike us who didn't prepare much for our stay. What we did discover was either by luck or though the little research we did whilst we were there. Here are some of the highlights.
I strongly recommend that during your visit that you check out this amazing museum. Not only to see the history of Mexico including the arrival of the Spanish, archeological discoveries and the Aztec and Mayan empires but also to marvel in the amazing architecture by Pedro Ramirez Vasques. The museum opened in 1964 and is the largest museum in Latin America
This mid century museum designed by Pedro Ramirez Vasquez houses the work of the best known 20th-century Mexican artists including Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera and Juan O' Gorman.
Marvel at Mid_Century from above
The Frida Kahlo museum is definitely worth the pilgrimage out to the suburb of Coyoacan. The vibrant blue house was once home to Frida Kahlo herself and houses her personal belongings, paintings along with her signature Mexican regional clothing and jewelry. The exhibit also includes work by Jean Paul Gaultier and John Galliano who have been inspired by Frida's looks in their couture shows. Stop by La Casa de Pan on Avenida Mexico and Calle Xicotencati for amazing gluten free breakfast, lunch or just sample their array of breads and pastries. Whilst you are in the area take a walk around the beautiful park Viveros de Coyoacan, absorb the sounds and smells at Mercado de Coyoacan a bustling indoor market and then stroll around Jardin del Centenario.
Indulge, and enjoy the ambiance at Romita Comedor located in the Colonia Roma district. The restaurant sits in the light of the stunning large retractable glass atrium window located on the top floor of 49 Avenida Alvaro Obregon.
Located in the Zona Rosa district at Calle Londres 37. This cafe serves up some of the best coffee in the city. Sit and relax amongst cool vintage finds and mid century trinkets. The cafe hosts an adorable outside patio with brightly colored vintage chairs. After, go browse the independent boutiques at Bazar Fusion located in the building above.
For our final night in Mexico city, I decided that there was no better way to end this adventure than to enjoy the comforts of a luxury room at Downtown Mexico. Located in the historic district of the city, Downtown is a perfect blend of 17th-century grandeur with a raw industrial edge. It remains as one of the oldest buildings in the area, and the architects of the hotel have done a spectacular job in keeping with the original regal style and preserving the ornate detailing.
The hotel was absolutely stunning, with a rooftop pool, hot tub and bar that overlooks historic buildings of downtown Mexico. Our room was one of 17 that faced out onto the beautiful courtyard and balcony. The rooms are stripped back, industrial bohemian-chic with wooden beds which feature an iPod dock and integrated lighting. Definitely worth the splurge for a JetSetter experience.
Downtown Mexico
Stunning industrial Elevator and mid century chairs
Industrial Rooftop pool
