Steffan’s Worldwide Guide 🗺
Food scene
Bageri
Danish-style bakery in NYC!
Smør
441 East 12th StreetDanish-run restaurant in the LES.
SKAL
373 Lewis AvenueA Danish cafe in Brooklyn
Arsicault Bakery
397 Arguello BlvdSimply one of the best croissants you'll ever have.
My favorite bakery in San Francisco. Definitely get the pizza.
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Arizmendi Bakery
1331 9th AveMy favorite bakery in San Francisco. Definitely get the pizza.
Oh Martine!
6 Rte de ChĂŞneMy favorite work/cafe in Geneva
The best focaccia you will ever eat, near the home I lived in just north of Florence in Mugello, Tuscany.
Forno Omero
2 Via LapiThe best focaccia you will ever eat, near the home I lived in just north of Florence in Mugello, Tuscany.
Le Stanzie
A must, when in Puglia.
Great people and tasty beers in my college town, Athens.
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Terrapin Beer Company
265 Newton Bridge RdGreat people and tasty beers in my college town, Athens.
Great spot in Seattle with amazing (hot) sandwiches, and a nice neighborhood to walk. Few thrift stores in the area ;-)
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The Other Coast Cafe
5315 Ballard Ave NWGreat spot in Seattle with amazing (hot) sandwiches, and a nice neighborhood to walk. Few thrift stores in the area ;-)
Garden Bakery
10450 Lansing StGreat spot to visit when in Mendocino county in NorCal.
Saracina Vineyards
11684 US-101Beautiful vineyards and great people for a wine tasting.
Cafe Aquatica
10439 CA-1A must-do post-kayaking this amazing little inlet.
Nice spot in Healdsburg to stop for some pastries en route to wineries.
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Costeaux French Bakery
417 Healdsburg AveNice spot in Healdsburg to stop for some pastries en route to wineries.
Expect hit-or-miss service, and long lines, but the beer is high quality. Food as well can be hit-or-miss, but a nice place to stop if driving around NorCal.
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Russian River Brewing Company - Santa Rosa Location
725 4th StExpect hit-or-miss service, and long lines, but the beer is high quality. Food as well can be hit-or-miss, but a nice place to stop if driving around NorCal.
Great spot with nice beers (i like their sours) and boardgames, etc.
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Fieldwork Brewing Company
1160 Sixth StGreat spot with nice beers (i like their sours) and boardgames, etc.
Faction Brewing
2501 Monarch StCool brewery on Alameda Island with views of SF.
Bar Bocce
1250 BridgewayCool place to play Bocce on the San Francisco Bay
Liguria Bakery
1700 Stockton StBest focaccia in San Francisco
Golden Boy Pizza
542 Green StFavorite pizza in San Francisco
Mama's TOO!
2750 BroadwayFavorite pizza in NYC
Gelateria De 'Medici
3/5r Via dello StatutoPosso provare il pistacchio? :P
b. patisserie
2821 California StOne of the top bakeries in San Francisco
Four Barrel Coffee
375 Valencia StHigh quality coffee and pastry spot in the SF Mission
Trick Dog
3010 20th StCreative cocktails in SF's Mission neighborhood
La Taqueria
2889 Mission StFavorite mission-style burritos in SF
An amazing place to pick up some pastries in La Jolla
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Wayfarer Bread & Pastry
5525 La Jolla BlvdAn amazing place to pick up some pastries in La Jolla
Pavè
27 Via Felice CasatiBest cafe in Milan, near the main train station.
Strawberry Shack
2906 Carlsbad BlvdDelicious and refreshing on a hot summer day
Don Bravo
5504 La Jolla BlvdGet the tamarind margarita for sure
Layla Miami Beach
2216 Park AvenueCool rooftop bar spot near Miami beach
Go here, or to the Decatur location. Best donuts in Atlanta (shoutout also Sublime donuts)
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Revolution Doughnuts & Coffee
745 Edgewood Ave NEGo here, or to the Decatur location. Best donuts in Atlanta (shoutout also Sublime donuts)
The Varsity
61 North Avenue NWAn exciting culinary experience (lol) - what'll ya have?
Krog Street Market
99 Krog St NEGreat food hall and market to visit in Atlanta
Get a pour of the Tropicalia beer here in my college town, Athens.
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Creature Comforts Downtown Taproom and Brewery
271 W Hancock AveGet a pour of the Tropicalia beer here in my college town, Athens.
A nice coffee shop in a buzzing part of Historic Roswell, Georgia, on Canton Street. Nice place to walk.
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Crazy Love Coffee House
1088 Canton StA nice coffee shop in a buzzing part of Historic Roswell, Georgia, on Canton Street. Nice place to walk.
Wedge Brewing Company
37 Paynes WayCool spot in Asheville to grab a drink
Sharbat
2473 18th Street NorthwestFavorite turkish-style bakery in DC. Everything with pistachios!
Amazing, buzzing restaurant in DC with Georgian/Middle Eastern food. Try to get a table inside!
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Maydan
1346 Florida Ave NWAmazing, buzzing restaurant in DC with Georgian/Middle Eastern food. Try to get a table inside!
Starita
27 Via MaterdeiMy favorite pizzeria in Napoli (and thus, the world?!)
Pizzeria Di Matteo
94 Via dei TribunaliGrab a 2 € slice of pizza "portafoglio" style.
Rucola
190 Dean StQuaint and delicious little Italian spot in B-Hill, Brooklyn
All'antico Vinaio
729 8th AvenueA taste of Tuscany in Times Sq!?
Lion's Milk
104 Roebling StTurkish coffee shop and bakery in Williamsburg
Bakeri
150 Wythe AveDanish-style bakery in Brooklyn!
Tørst
615 Manhattan AveGrab a beer at this danish-style brewery in Brooklyn
Anthony & Son Panini Shoppe
433 Graham AveOne of the best bodega/sandwich spots in NYC
Cozy Royale
434 Humboldt StThe name says it all!
Beija Flor
38-02 29th StBrazilian restaurant in Queens, must-hit!
Shukette
230 9th AvenueOne of my favorite restaurants in NYC
Partybus Bakeshop
31 Essex StPistachio rose croissants... yes please
Vintage & Thrifting
Beacon's Closet
74 Guernsey StA place to spend hours trying on new clothes and styles
St Luke's Thrift Shop
487 Hudson StOne of the best curated thrift shops in NYC, a hidden gem!
Unique Boutique Donation Center and Store
487 Columbus AveOne of my go-to UWS thrift stores
Neighborhoods
The neighborhood I lived in Copenhagen, a must visit in the Danish capitol.
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Nørrebro
The neighborhood I lived in Copenhagen, a must visit in the Danish capitol.
Cute neighborhood with a canal and interesting shops/restaurants on each side. Grab an aperitivo here!
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Navigli
Cute neighborhood with a canal and interesting shops/restaurants on each side. Grab an aperitivo here!
The neighborhood I stay in San Diego, I recommend having a bike! Beautiful coastline and beaches, need a car to get into town.
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Sunset Cliffs
The neighborhood I stay in San Diego, I recommend having a bike! Beautiful coastline and beaches, need a car to get into town.
The neighborhood I lived in Atlanta, off Amsterdam Ave. A super nice place to walk around and see beautiful houses.
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Virginia-Highland
The neighborhood I lived in Atlanta, off Amsterdam Ave. A super nice place to walk around and see beautiful houses.
Super funky and cool neighborhood in DC. Highly recommend hopping the cafes and thrift stores here. :)
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Adams Morgan
Super funky and cool neighborhood in DC. Highly recommend hopping the cafes and thrift stores here. :)
Football scene
the Ground
130 Madison StreetFootball space in LES, Manhattan. Head here for watch parties and pick up games.
Hiking
The best hike in my life to date. Challenging ~4 hour round trip, complete with sheep, hawks, rainbows, and expansive views across the Wanaka region.
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Roys Peak
The best hike in my life to date. Challenging ~4 hour round trip, complete with sheep, hawks, rainbows, and expansive views across the Wanaka region.
The best route/detour to take when driving around NorCal, Napa, Sonoma, etc., definitely get out and hike if possible!
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Montgomery Woods State Reserve
15825 Orr Springs RdThe best route/detour to take when driving around NorCal, Napa, Sonoma, etc., definitely get out and hike if possible!
Saigon Trail
Saigon TrailFun hike in La Jolla, near the Torrey Pines area
Half Dome Trail
If you can find a way, get out to Yosemite, it's incredible.
Go see the stars and into other galaxies at night, in this amazing place
Valley of the Moon Trailhead
48549 Old Highway 80Go see the stars and into other galaxies at night, in this amazing place
Annie's Canyon Trail
2550 Solana Hills TrailCool hike near San Diego
Los Penasquitos Canyon Trail
Los Penasquitos Canyon TrailSuper fun hike with a swimming hole
A somewhat new addition to Atlanta, to hike and walk around the city on a restored old train track.
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Eastside BeltLine Trail
Atlanta BeltLine Eastside TrailA somewhat new addition to Atlanta, to hike and walk around the city on a restored old train track.
You won't experience a better hike than this. Make your way down to the grottos!
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Villa Gregoriana
1 Largo Sant'AngeloYou won't experience a better hike than this. Make your way down to the grottos!
Sightseeing
Great, great spot to stop and kayak for a few hours, grab a beer at the Cafe Aquatica next door.
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Watertreks Eco-Tours Jenner Kayaks
10438 CA-1Great, great spot to stop and kayak for a few hours, grab a beer at the Cafe Aquatica next door.
China Cove
Beautiful spot near Monterey, CA
Beautiful beaches and drive, I recommend a convertible. ;-)
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El Matador Beach Road
El Matador Beach RoadBeautiful beaches and drive, I recommend a convertible. ;-)
Saw the Childish Gambino Pharos show here, it's an incredible and inspiring place to visit if you're in the area.
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Institute of Mentalphysics
59700 Twentynine Palms HighwaySaw the Childish Gambino Pharos show here, it's an incredible and inspiring place to visit if you're in the area.
Meditationsgärten
215 W K StHighly recommended for a short walk and introspection.
A must-visit day trip if you're in Rome, one of the best hikes of my life.
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TIVOLI
30 Str. RoccabrunaA must-visit day trip if you're in Rome, one of the best hikes of my life.
Hadrian's Villa
1 Largo Marguerite YourcenarBeautiful villa and gardens.
Dumbarton Oaks Gardens
1703 32nd Street NorthwestBeautiful, beautiful gardens in DC - around $7/person to get in.
Thompson Boat Center
2900 Virginia Ave NWPlace to grab a kayak in Georgetown, DC.
Love this part of the park in Queens, near Flushing Meadows tennis center where they play the US Open!
Fountain of the Planets
Universe CourtLove this part of the park in Queens, near Flushing Meadows tennis center where they play the US Open!