March 21, 2007
Hello San Francisco Suites Owners;
2007 San Francisco Suites Election
The 2007 San Francisco Suites Election is completed. We received nearly 1200 votes. Dr. Jeff Reichel, Mr. Patrick D’Angelo and Mrs. Patti Hoar have been re-elected for another term of two years. Many thanks and lots of gratitude for the many hours they have dedicated to being a San Francisco Board Director. Additional thanks to all the other Board candidates, Vynn Berg, Randall Heinitz, Eileen Taulbee, Shelly
Davis-King, and Don R. Thomas all blessed with talent and notable credentials. We appreciate owners Dr. Greg O’Hanneson and Mr. Ed Kennedy for again assisting Inspector of Election Linnea Juarez with the ballot counting.
The Decorating Committed
The Decorating Committed is eager to hear owner’s opinion regarding the recently added new beds and bedding in Master Suite 35, Master Suite 22 and Parlor Suite 10.
Please forward any comment or suggestions to manager@sfsuitescsa.com
Once the upgrades are completed, Master 25, 35, and 45 will be furnished with King Size beds, fulfilling a request that several owners had expressed. All remaining suites will be furnished with new beds and bedding.
San Francisco Suite Adoption
2007 ‘Adoption’ will begin Tuesday March 27, 2007, at 7 AM PDT.
In the past two years we’ve foreclosed ten delinquent parlors and one master suite share. As in the past, we are offering these shares for ‘Adoption’ adhering to the same rules and regulations as regular shares (seven days cancellation, no more than one weekend on the book, etc.). The cost for the seven day adoption of one of the ten available parlors is $975. The Board has decided that the only master shall be
adopted via auction. The starting bid is $1,250. To submit your bid please e-mail your offer to manager@sfsuitescsa.com before Friday, March 30th at 10 AM PDT. The winner will be notified by e-mail the day of the deadline. All payments will need to be paid in full within five business days of the adoption. If payments are not received within the guidelines, the ‘Adoption’ will become void. If the terms for the
adoption of the Master share are not met, the ‘Adoption’ will be offered to the second highest bidder.
The Adoption Week needs to be completed by April 1, 2008.
We will continue to use these shares for Adoptions until the City incorporates them in a future Tax Sale.
The revenue generated by this program will be deposited in the operating account replacing the yearly assessments not received from the foreclosed shares.
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The Adoption week does not qualify for exchange’.
Credit Card payment may be made by calling the Suites at (415) 433-9700
Tony Holder SFSuites GM
A day at the Suites.
A ray of sunshine tiptoes in your room and you start stretching your limbs while excitement runs thru your veins as you begin visualizing all the tantalizing things to do with your day. Do you commence with a light breakfast in bed while romancing the daily newspaper or do you brows and respond your unending e mail (wireless internet accessible now at the Suites) or maybe you are secretly hoping that the Cable Car bells spur you to an early arise.
The SF Suites is so gifted to be nestled in such a grand location surrounded by elite sights, monumental building and diverse and energetic neighborhoods. So much history and intrigue is lingering at every corner that you could write books and take days to explore: Michael Mina’s four stars, Kuleto’s, Scala’s contemporary Italian venues, Sears’ breakfast, romantic Rue Lepic, Belden Alley Euro-feel
Restaurants, are all located within walking distance and are favorites of many of our owners.
Rolling one block down to California Street you unearth yourself in the midst of Chinatown and become eagerly willing and anxious to be part of the bustling culture with the art, the ethnicity, and the opportunity to indulge in the cuisine of the Orient. If you venture about a half mile up Grant Street, all the while dodging
endless cars and pedestrians, you’ll arrive at what was once the prominent Italian district of North Beach, a misnomer in reality when no swimsuit is needed since no beach is within sight. The buildings, the trees, the pavement, are still the same as they were many years ago. You’ll find Saint Peter and Paul church majestically stretching out near Washington Square Park comforting many of the local elderly that are
lingering day after day on the same playground bench and are leisurely waiting for what the day may bring, while the sun bathers are smiling while pouncing and playing on the grass and proud of the tone of their skin, and so many kids being heroes still believe they can catch at least one ill-fated pigeon that won’t fly away until he has gingerly skipped at least several times.
Though not as ethnic as when I first saw it, you can still find a Barber, a Bank, a Delicatessen, a Pastry shop, a Dentist, a Doctor where the Italian language is spoken. Old world restaurants such as North Beach, Capp’s Corner, and Washington Square have outlasted the Beatles and are still in style with today’s crowds. The new additions such as Rose Pistola, The Stinking Rose, and Moose’s offer a more
current cuisine and a place to be seen. Though local knowledge affirms that nobody has secured a street parking spot in North Beach for at least the last twenty years, on weekends the boulevards are bustling with locals and tourist alike searching for the Old Italian restaurant where you can have a bottle of red, a bottle of white, or maybe a bottle of rose’.
Sincerely,
Tony Holder, General Manager
From The Manager 2/1/2006 Archive
Hello from the Suites on this preface autumn day. The sun is still shining brilliantly here but now russet tinted leafs are draping the sidewalk forewarning us that our Indian summer could be near its concluding stages. If all the seasons were brothers and sister, summer would be the warmhearted playful sibling acclaimed and treasured by all. Autumn would be a bit elder and sage and competing with winter for the
title of kingpin. Both summer and autumn would be clearly suitable and enjoyable on most all given days, its winter with all the mood changes and tantrums that would be hard to ingest except… during the magical holiday period when a remarkable adjustment takes place. The wintry brute is converted to a serene joyful sibling that bestows an invulnerable gift to kids of all ages and fables become actuality on Christmas Day. Make your plans to visit soon and a sincere Happy Holidays.
I wanted to cite a couple of places of interest check them out.
Tartine Bakery - 600 Guerrero St (415) 487-2600.
The modest storefront is full of glass-fronted cases showing off elaborate pastries. A handful of tables provide seating for the lucky few. Highlights include feather-light croissants, buttery brioche with figs and cherries and lemon-cream tarts topped with rose petals. Afternoons, piping-hot country and walnut loaves
come out of the oven. The crusty bread is featured in hot-pressed sandwiches, such as traditional croquet monsieur or foie gras with peach jam.
Acme Bread - 1 Ferry Building (415) 288-2978.
The first San Francisco outpost of this premier bakery stocks its shelves with the same rustic breads and French-style pastries as the Berkeley original. Peer behind the marble counter for a glimpse of the bay
through floor-to-ceiling windows, while instructive staff helps you. Weekdays aren't busy, but during Saturday's farmers' market, a long line of devotees wait patiently for their daily bread.
Baker Steve Sullivan cut his chops at Chez Panisse, and since he opened his bakery in 1983, it has become a symbol of the artisanal-bread revolution. Acme is well-known for rough-hewn breads, which are
baked fresh on-site daily. Huge, crusty, round loaves of signature pain au levain vie for space with sweet baguettes, airy challah and New York rye bread. Pastries are also lovely, such as flaky croissants and gooey cinnamon rolls. During the holidays, seasonal specialties include pumpkin bread, panettone and cranberry bread studded with walnuts.
Boboquivari’s - 1450 Lombard Street (415) 441-8880
Bobo’s is a stylish twist on the traditional steakhouse. Chef Andrea Froncillo has created a delectable menu that blends steak, crab, Asian-Italian fusion and comfort food. You’ll find classics like: Twice-baked potatoes stuffed with zucchini, chives & fontina cheese Baked yam with brown sugar-butter Portobello mushrooms sautéed in soy butter alongside cross-cultural delights like: Ahi tuna carpaccio with crunchy
cucumber ponzu & sesame oil mist Pancetta-wrapped scallops in wasabi pesto aioli. The stars of the menu are "the steak" and "the crab." Iron skillet-roasted mussels, shrimp and crab are the co-stars. The stage is set for a perfect evening of entertainment and feasting with friends.
Complimentary Valet Parking
Sincerely,
Tony Holder, General Manager
COFFEE RECIPES from the kitchen of Tony Holder
Mocha Coffee
Ingredients:
2 cups hot brewed coffee
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons sugar
4 tablespoons milk
Directions: Pour hot coffee into 2 mugs. Stir in cocoa, sugar, and milk and serve.
Black Forest Coffee
Ingredients:
6 oz. freshly brewed coffee
2 tablespoons chocolate syrup
1 tablespoon maraschino cherry juice
Whipped, cream, chocolate shavings and maraschino cherry for decoration
Directions: Mix coffee, chocolate and cherry juice. Pour in glass, top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings and the cherry.
Creamy Coffee Smoothie
Ingredients:
5 scoops of vanilla ice cream
1/3 cup of milk
1/3 cup of freshly brewed coffee
1/2 cup of cubed ice
Directions: Place all ingredients into a blender. Blend until smooth. Pour into tall glasses, decorate with fresh mint, and serve.
Iced Coffee Whirl
Ingredients:
2 scoops of vanilla ice cream
4 tablespoons of strong brewed coffee, cold
1/4 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
Directions: Combine all ingredients in a blender. Blend until smooth. Pour into tall glasses and serve.