Embark On An Unforgettable Culinary Journey At Alexander's Steakhouse In San Francisco

Helmed by Executive Chef Eric Upper, Alexander's Steakhouse San Francisco fuses steakhouse classics with Japanese cuisine.

Located in the SoMa district of San Francisco, Alexander’s Steakhouse features a meticulously curated beef program with emphasis placed on highlighting small farms from the US, Australia, and Japan. Alexander’s Steakhouse features Greater Omaha Prime beef, dry-aged for 28 days resulting in unmatched flavor and texture. Imported and domestic wagyu also play a prominent role on its menu as it offers Japanese beef from nine prefectures.

Steak & Eggs

A gift from the kitchen, the Steak & Eggs from the "Study of Beef" chef's tasting features wagyu beef topped with caviar on top of tamago. This is an innovative interpretation of surf & turf.

Spot Prawn

Wrapped in lardo, the sweet raw shrimp is complemented by yuzu tobiko for a bit of citrus kick. It is served with pickled wasabi and deep fried crunchy prawn head.

Squash Blossoms

Deep-fried crispy squash blossom is stuffed with savory house beef blend. The tempura batter is absolutely delicious. The squash blossom is accompanied by seasoned corn, popcorn, and yuzu kosho with a side of pickle.

Hidden Valley Squab

More tender, moist, and richer than other poultry meats, Hidden Valley Squab features dark meat and delicate squab head (that you scoop out with a mini spoon). The dish is served with meyer lemon sauce and bao (dumpling).

Prime Ribeye and Porterhouse

The highlight of the meal is the steaks. On the left is the Nebraska Raised Prime Ribeye (20 oz). The steak is topped with grilled portobello and a side of yuzu kosho chimichurri. On the right On the right is the Dry-Aged Porterhouse (24 oz) topped with grilled peaches and arugula. The rich blue cheese fondue add wonderful flavor to the steak.

Sides

The sides are a must order. The Blistered Snap Peas are seasoned with spicy sambal, soy sauce, and ginger, while the Haricot Vert is flavored with double fermented soy and sherry vinegar. Finally, the Chanterelle mushroom has unforgettable taste flavored with shallot, white wine, and parsley.

How I Fell In Love With Laser Hair Removal, A Much More Effective And Less Painful Method Than Waxing

It's summer time - if you want to avoid shaving your legs every day and waxing your underarm while undergoing excruciating pain, then try laser hair removal at Infinity Laser Spa to get that silky, smooth skin you have always wanted.

While most people have had their hair removed via shaving or waxing, a few have tried the process of laser hair removal. There are still misconceptions that laser hair removal is painful and expensive. However, not only is laser hair removal less painful than waxing, it also does not leave irritation and doesn't do damage to skin because it targets the hair follicle. Additionally, the hair growth after laser hair removal is much slower, if it ever grows back at all.

I had the opportunity to try laser hair removal at Infinity Laser Spa, which is located in Herald Square in Manhattan. In addition to laser hair removal, Infinity Laser Spa also offers tattoo removal and facials. Prior to making the appointment, I received several reminder and how-to emails from the Spa to prepare me for the experience. For example, before the first laser hair removal session, I was told to stay away from the sun, shave the area, keepy away from fragrances, and avoid waxing, plucking, or tweezing the area.

Infinity Laser Spa uses Vertex Lasers and Alma Soprano diode laser hair removal machines, which are suitable and efficient for all skin tones. So how does it work exactly to remove hair? During laser hair removal, a laser emits a light that is absorbed by the pigment (melanin) in the hair. The light energy is converted to heat, which damages the tube-shaped sacs within the skin (hair follicles) that produce hairs. This damage inhibits or delays future hair growth.

When the beam of light reaches the treated area, you will feel a slight heat and pinprick. The procedure does not require local anesthetics or analgesics. Don't worry about the minor pain you will feel during the procedure - it indicates its effectiveness!

In order to make the laser hair removal more effective, you should not shave for at least 10 days to minimize the damage to your skin. Also because the skin gets sensitive and less defensive against bacteria on the day of the procedure, avoid doing any physical activity that day to prevent inflammation and keep the treated area clean.

After experiencing laser hair removal first-hand, I know this will be my go-to procedure, especially compared to waxing. Laser hair removal is much less painful and can actually save you money since it's much more permanent. Finally, you won't be getting itchy burning spot on your skin - noly the silky smooth skin you have always wanted!

Sushi Lab At The Sanctuary Hotel In NYC Offers Unique Creations On Traditional Sushi

Serving omakase, nigiri, sashimi, maki, and other Japanese delights, Sushi Lab has a creative spin on traditional sushi with delectable offerings.

Located on the ground level of the Sanctuary Hotel in Midtown Manhattan, Sushi Lab specializes in affordable omakase (starting at $50 per person). The restaurant sits just about eight people around the sushi chef, so a reservation is a must.

The Blue Fin Toro Tartare is an absolute must. A perfect appetizer to kick off the omakase, the dish features fresh blue fin toro on top of smashed avocado, and topped with rice crunchies. The dish is served with a side of crispy nori crackers.

The omakase features chef's signature 10 pieces, served with smoky miso soup and a hand roll. Some of the creative nigiri includes red snapper with cherry blossom jelly, hamachi yellowtail, seared arctic char, striped jack, and lean tuna wrapped in nori.

The omakase will certainly satisfy your sushi cravings. These other favorites include scallops topped with truffle mushroom, toro with crispy tempura flakes, sweet shrimp with yuzu and creme fraiche, uni with fried shiso leaf, and a handroll stuffed with toro and ikura.

BuzzFeed's Top Drinks To Enjoy This Summer

From wine to gin to whiskey, here are some of BuzzFeed's top picks to get you groovin' this summer.

Cabernet Sauvignon - Marques de Casa Concha

Aged for 16 months in French oak barrels, the Marques Casa Concha Cabernet Sauvignon evokes a highly concentrated flavors with cherry, black currant, and blackberry aromas. Enjoy the smooth and silky texture from the Andes Mountains.

Sauvignon Blanc - Cono Sur Bicicleta

Bright and clean greenish-yellow coloring of this wine displays great aromatic intensity with notes of citrus, white flowers, and pineapple. The wine pairs perfectly with seafood, salads, chicken, cheeses and vegetarian dishes due to its balanced concentration with acidity and persistence.

Moscato IGT - Costello del Poggio

The top selling Moscato in the US, this wine is made from grapes that are machine-harvested in August. The vinification of grapes takes in stainless steel tanks, and the natural sugar content is preserved through refrigeration to give the wine its nuanced sweetness and aromatic profile. The wine pairs well with spicy food or desserts, appe strudel, black forest cake, or cannoli.

Redwood Empire Whiskey

Redwood Empire Whiskey produces hand-crafted whiskeys from its distillery in Sonoma County along the Northern California coast, one of the few places in the world where Giant Redwood trees grow. The Redwood Empire Whiskey features three types of hand-crafted whiskeys - "Lost Monarch" (blend of straight whiskeys), "Pipe Dream" (bourbon), and "Emerald Giant" (Rye). The cool climate of Sonoma County makes it a perfect place to produce sublime whiskeys.

D. George Benham's Sonoma Dry Gin

This artisanal gin from California strikes the perfect balance between the juniper-forward London Dry style and the citrus-forward New World Style. Its unique blend of classic gin botanicals with local, hand-zested citrus can only be defined as ‘California fresh.’ It is bright, bold and beautifully balanced – a cocktail in and of itself. Distilled in Western Sonoma County and utilizing high quality, locally sourced botanicals, Benham’s Gin Sonoma Dry style offers a fresh, bright and intense flavor profile reflective of its California home.

Barrel-Fermented Sauvignon Blanc - Aperture

Coming from the rich clay loam soils of an old California chenin blanc site, this brightly lifted wine gives nuanced notes of quince, apple, and stone fruits with a weighted foundation provided by a delicate barrel influence.

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon - Charles Krug

Grown in Yountville vineyards, the Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon evokes ripe black cherry, blackberry, and black currant flavors that precede hints of dried blueberry and cocoa. The sturdy structure and lots of black fruits lend definition to the long finish.

Empress 1908 Gin

Empress 1908 Gin is micro-distilled in small batch copper-pot stills and hand-crafted using eight signature botanicals: tea, juniper, rose, coriander seed, grapefruit peel, ginger root, cinnamon bark, and butterfly pea blossom. The butterfly pea blossom, which was discovered in one of the Empress Hotel tea blends, imbues the gin with distinctive earthy notes and a vivid indigo hue. When enhanced with the simple addition of citrus or tonic, Empress 1908 Gin reveals a beautiful secret – the transformation of its color from deep indigo to a soft pink.

Tequila Partida Reposado

Tequila Partida Reposado has natural and beautiful light amber color with golden tones, transparent and clean, brilliant and full bodied. Notable aromas of vanilla, cooked agave, caramel, butter, bourbon, hazelnut and almond. These aromas are confirmed in the mouth. This amazing Reposado is the result of a great base of Tequila Blanco, the right cask selection and the perfect age timing.

Calasole Vermentino - Rocca di Montemassi

Elegantly balanced with notes of citrus, green melon, fashionable minerals, and delicate white flowers, the palate of this wine reveals a silky texture with mouthwatering green apple, citrus and stone minerals that lead to a long and refreshing finish.

Prospectors' Proof - 1000 Stories

In the second half of the 19th Century, explorers flocked to the American West in search of freedom and fortune. Crafted with their stories in mind, Prospectors’ Proof Cabernet Sauvignon celebrates the qualities of adventure and optimism. This rich, full-flavored Cabernet Sauvignon expresses a pioneering spirit along with signature bourbon barrel notes of charred vanilla and dried herbs.