One of my favorite tiki bars in the Bay Area has to be Pagan Idol. When I stepped inside this incredible bar, I could tell that the people behind it had a true love for tiki. I was right! Doc Parks has been loving tiki and had an interest in cocktails for most of his life. Here is his story …
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Tiki Bar Review #32 Pagan Idol San Francisco, CA
When most tourists come to San Francisco, they hit Chinatown.
But if you’re into Tiki, the real place to check out is only a couple blocks down the street: Pagan Idol!
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Tiki Field Report #9 Tiki Rock Stars In San Fran! 11/25/16
When I moved to Seattle from Pennsylvania over a decade ago, I told my parents I wouldn’t be coming home for the holidays. This wasn’t because I don’t love them, but because you always run the risk of dealing with snow and freezing rain during the winter. What I usually do is fly home during the spring or early fall. The weather is better and the flights are cheaper.
The holidays can be a little tough when all your friends are spending time with their families and my family is thousands of miles away. Instead of wondering how long to leave the turkey in the oven, I wonder where I’m going to put myself for the day. At first blush, this may sound depressing and lonely, but it’s actually quite liberating! I have a four days off during the Thanksgiving holiday. What should I do with them? Where should I put myself? I know: San Francisco!
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