As 2025 draws to a close, the real estate market has experienced yet another interesting year. The recurring question at this time is: Where is the market headed next?
Real Estate: John M. Lee
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Announcements: December 2025
Things to do on San Francisco’s west side in December 2025.
Changing Outer Richmond District Reflected in Opening of Rice & Shine
Many Outer Richmond businesses have been landmark hotspots for decades. Establishments like Mandalay Restaurant and Schubert’s Bakery have cultivated an inviting environment, bringing food and community to the area.
Everything Nice: Where to Give Back
The holiday season can be a wonderful time to give back to the community. As the end of the year rolls around, here are some of my reccomendations for organizations on the west side to volunteer with or donate to.
‘Cooking Together’: Vegan Pecan Cookies for the Holiday
Culinary historians have recorded that cookies were first prepared in the 7th century in Persia, after sugar became more available there to everyone. Back then, Persian cookies were sweetened with sugar, nuts and dates and they were most likely not soft.
City Hall: Connie Chan
You have all heard me say it before, but small businesses are the backbone of our neighborhoods. They are where we find community and gather for celebrations. We rely on them for everyday essentials, delicious meals, special treats, local artisan products and so much more. Which is why I have been working to find ways to both protect and support our small businesses and neighborhood commercial corridors.
From a Reader: Lifelong Learning at Fromm Institute
When you retire or get older and have time on your hands, one of the most dramatic things you discover is how much you miss the mental challenges and your work-life social connections.
Kilduff’s Korner By Paul Kilduff
Cartoon by Paul Kilduff.
‘Then and Now’: The Cliff House
Comparison photos of The Cliff House 119 years apart.
Commentary: Quentin L. Kopp
It was Thomas Jefferson who declared in an Aug. 4, 1801, letter: “Politics, like religion, hold up the torches of martyrdom to the reformers of error.” Oh, how we need in Washington, D.C. those “reformers of error.” Instead, we have a government of men and women (I mean you, Attorney General Pam Bondi) which creates fear among most of the governed.
Richmond Review Crossword Puzzle, December 2025
Richmond Review crossword puzzle and solution, December 2025.
Police Blotter: Richmond District
Recent police activity in the Richmond District.
‘Around the Corner’: A Taste of Brazil at Padoca Cafe
In May 2024, Alessandra Correia and Bruno Santos took over what was once Sunstream Coffee and rebranded it as Padoca – a Brazilian term for “little bakery.” They said their goal is to preserve the cafe’s roots while welcoming a wider San Francisco crowd to experience authentic Brazilian flavors.
Holiday Shopping Guide: Richmond District
With the holiday season here, check out my holiday guide of some charming spots in the Richmond District for out-of-the-box gift ideas for friends, family or yourself!
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