Ferries and Food

OpenRoad.TV host takes us on a delicious tour of this historic site, now a gourmet epicenter

I was just by the Ferry Building in San Francisco the other day, and was reminded of what a terrific culinary destination its become. The historic building itself has been beautifully restored and it's filled with all kinds of delightful tastes.....from cheese to chocolate....and caviar to coffee. The Ferry Building was once THE transportation hub of the Bay Area. For decades before the bridges were built, tens of thousands of people passed through every day as they shuttled by ferry between work and home. Fortunately, ferryboats still come and go, but many people stick around the Ferry Building these days instead of racing in and out. They're compelled to eat and to shop for fabulous food, and they're not disappointed.

After savoring the delights inside the old building, take a walk or ride a trolley along the reborn Embarcadero. Since the Loma Prieta earthquake in 1989 and the removal of the infamous Embacadero Freeway, San Francisco has regained its waterfront. In both directions from the Ferry Building, down towards the ballpark and up towards Fishermen's Wharf and beyond, the transformation has been extraordinary. We tend to forget how gray and grim it was not long ago. Now there is light and color and a fresh beauty that few cities can match. Take your time and enjoy the scenery, the good food and history, and then take a ferry towards home. Not a bad way to spend the day.

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