Like most traditions, the origin of brunch is not totally clear. It may be the custom of giving Victorian servants Sunday off, which led to the introduction of our present day Sunday late morning delight. Or it’s also suggested that it was invented by New York Morning Sun reporter Frank Ward O’Malley based on typical mid-day eating habits of a newspaper reporter. But for most of us, it’s simply a way to ease into the day with strong coffee, light conversation and down- home cookin’.
So, how about a SF Foodies brunch date at Ramblas in the Mission, which has a unique brunch menu inspired by Barcelona’s fabulous Spanish fare. You may familiar with Ramblas, having tried their tapas in the evening, but have you ever had their hangover cures? This Sunday, you can work off your Saturday night with Ramblas’ Valencia Scramble, Spanish Toast and $3 Mimosas.
Please come to our second SF Foodies event on Sunday, December 21 at 11:00 a.m. As you know, brunch is very popular in SF, so I’ll be making a reservation. Please RSVP so I have an accurate count.
Ramblas is located at 557 Valencia St. between 16th and 17th in the Mission. (Easy access from BART & MUNI.)
Click here for more info on how to get there: http://www.ramblastapas.com/directions.html
Don’t forget to get on the SF Foodies Yahoo! Mail List - sf_foodies@yahoogroups.com

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Looking for a great way to wrap up your new year? Check out the Lavender women’s dinners. This week we are hosting a special event in Redwood City. I hope you will be able to join us!

Monterey Pride is sponsoring a roller skating night at Del Monte Skating Rink on Thursday, 12/18, from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm. We are thinking of going. Is anyone else from this group planning to go?

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS: San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus Sat. Dec. 20th @ 7pm First Congregational-United Church of Christ 900 High Street Santa Cruz, CA
As the first-ever openly gay chorus in the world, SF Gay Men¹s Chorus has become known affectionately as the grandfather of the gay choral movement. Honoring this legacy, the Chorus will bring to Santa Cruz a variety of selections created by brother choruses from across North America.
The Chorus¹s annual Home for the Holidays concerts are renowned for being inclusive of many faiths; this year¹s program includes the delightful “All-Purpose Carol,” paying tribute to Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Solstice, and Ramadan holidays.
SF Gay Men’s Chorus is performing a benefit concert for First Congregational Church-United Church of Christ and our Endowment for Extravagant Welcome. SFGMC¹s executive director Teddy Witherington said, ³We applaud the church’s support of the GLBT community, and we¹re thrilled to be traveling to Santa Cruz to help raise funds for this important endowment.²
Tickets are $20 general admission and $35 preferred seating. For tickets, call 831-426-2010 or click on the “GLBT Extravagant Welcome” link at www.fccsantacruz.org.