Breathtaking views of both cityscape and elected officials from Norman Foster–designed dome atop 1894 German parliament building. “A perfect metaphor for how democracy should function.”—Chris Sandeman. Tip: Lines are shortest early in the morning and at night. ;

Sarabeth’s award-winning “Legendary Spreadable Fruit”, which had its beginning in Sarabeth’s and Bill’s Manhattan apartment with a few jars being sold to local businesses, is now being produced in a 15,000 s.f factory in the Bronx, still being operated by Sarabeth and Bill

Grimaldi’s Pizzeria is a popular pizzeria in the New York City area It does not sell slices; only whole pies The pizzas are made using a coal-fired brick oven. Sun – Thurs 11:30-11:00 Fri & Sat 11:30-12:00

The view of the Statue of Liberty, South Street Seaport, Brooklyn Bridge, Empire State & Chryslar Buildings. It’s the perfect place to catch up or just to sit and enjoy the view of the city

Mazu is the new face of the Rohan lounge space. The food is a pan-Asian fusion, and the music is a funky mix of everything from reggae to hip hop and soul. Photo: SFoodie

The Bitter End is a warm and inviting pub stocked with a decent assortment of Irish whisky, single-malt scotches and plenty of beer. The kitchen staff serve everything from buffalo wings to burgers to shepherd’s pie.

Filling the Eastern European void in San Francisco Katia is the chef and owner, and her restaurant offers friendly service and reliable food.

Great iconic park of the city. You can visit the Japanese Tea Garden and the de Young Memorial Museum, all a quick stroll from Richmond.

The museum is one of the oldest of the country, in a historic Beaux-Arts building. It is set in a complex of nineteenth-century parks and gardens including Prospect Park, the Brooklyn Botanic Garden and the Prospect Park Zoo. Photo: Joel Zimmer

Photo: Phillip Capper