Loni Stark
Loni Stark is an artist at Atelier Stark, self-professed foodie, and adventure travel seeker who has a lifelong passion for technology’s impact on business and creativity. She collaborates with Clinton Stark on video projects for Atelier Stark Films. It’s been said her laugh can be heard from San Jose all the way up to the Golden Gate Bridge. She makes no claims to super powers, although sushi is definitely her Kryptonite.
Top Halloween Recipe: Pumpkin Whoopee Pies
A great Halloween recipe. No doubt, traditional pumpkin pie is a classic, especially around this time of year, but what I like about these little "Whoopees" is that they can be easily shared. They're great for a party.
Atelier Crenn receives two Michelin Stars (Complete San Francisco List)
Chef Crenn joins a prestigious group of two-star winners that includes repeats Baume (Palo Alto), Benu (San Francisco), Coi (San Francisco), Manresa (Los Gatos), and Saison (San Francisco).
Stark Insider TV: Lady Antebellum, Dana Carvey entertain at concert for UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital (Video)
I wondered: could Dana Carvey do a Mitt Romney impression? Turns out, yes he can. Well sort of. Watch this special episode of Stark Insider TV as I venture backstage into the green room at the concert to learn more about the new UCSF hospital (scheduled to open in 2015).
Review: Restaurant Gary Danko, San Francisco
Chef Danko favorites included Ahi Tuna (gorgeously plated as a butterfly), the Lobster Risotto (creamy, but not mashy), the Crispy Egg Polenta (absolute perfection), and the Seared Sea Scallops (tender, rich).
Inside the historic Champagne Cellars at Buena Vista Winery (Photos)
As you'll find out, little did I know I'd find myself in a dispute over a swing on this special day (sigh - see video below for more on that kerfuffle).
Stark Insider TV: Vincent Kartheiser of ‘Mad Men’
With the success of Mad Men, Vincent Kartheiser now has a "resting play" that affords him the ability to take on projects that might not make a huge splash in the L.A. or New York scenes. He's now turning his energy to the stage with the world premiere of The Death of the Novel.
Sneak Peek: Top Chef Yigit Pura’s Tout Sweet in San Francisco
Pastry Chef Yigit Pura, winner of the first season of Bravo's "Top Chef Just Desserts," announced that Tout Sweet Patisserie will make its home at Macy's Union Square in San Francisco. Here's the inside scoop.
Stark Pick: Sonoma Wine Country Weekend (Video preview)
Sonoma Wine Country Weekend hosts include Francis Ford Coppola Winery (Sonoma Starlight Supper Club), MacMurray Ranch Winery (Taste of Sonoma), Chateau Ste. Jean (Sonoma Valley Harvest Wine Auction) plus scores of other wineries across Sonoma County.
What’s on Your iPod: Chef Michael Chiarello
Ryan Secreast, David Beckham and film stars such as Julia Roberts (and others during the Napa Valley Film Festival) have been spotted dining at Bottega.
Napa Valley Festival del Sole Gala
Inside video of the Napa Valley Festival del Sole opening gala at Meadowood featuring Minnie Driver, Antoniette Costa, Kevin Olusola, Tara Kamangar, Richard Walker, and more!
