This week's tablehopper: no foolin'. (free)

The article features a lively recounting of recent events attended by the author after recovering from illness. It highlights the importance of community support, particularly through the emotional celebration of life for Chef Charles Phan, where donations were encouraged to cover costs. Additionally, it congratulates nominees for the 2025 James Beard Foundation awards, emphasizing achievements in the culinary scene. The piece concludes with a nod to the ongoing San Francisco Restaurant Week, encouraging community involvement and support for local restaurateurs.

This past weekend, I was back in action after a brief illness, attending events and supporting the community while looking forward to upcoming culinary celebrations.

Thanks to the generous support of our community, the celebration of life for Charles Phan was a moving event, though donations were needed to cover costs.

Congrats to the James Beard Foundation 2025 nominees! It's exciting to see noteworthy talent like Stuart Brioza and Nicole Krasinski be recognized for their contributions.

I hope everyone participated in San Francisco Restaurant Week, celebrating the vibrant culinary scene and supporting local chefs and establishments.

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