Packing for a trip to San Francisco? Looking to plan the perfect outfits for foggy mornings, long days of uphill walking, and chilly evenings by the Bay? Your favorite, long-removed though frequently visiting, Bay Area local has rounded up her San Francisco packing essentials for your trip to Northern California.

So track down that rain jacket and we'll dive right in!

Visiting California wine country and looking for a quaint escape from the hustle and bustle of downtown Napa? Check out Yountville, just a hop, skip, and a jump away - with more quaintness than you can handle!

The sheer number of wineries in one of the world's greatest wine regions can be overwhelming - where to start? Check out our experiences at some of the region's biggest and best wineries!