Perfectly Zen

Working full time really fosters an appreciation for weekends, especially the three-day variety!

I spent my Friday off in San Francisco with the family. We had fun strolling and window shopping, but oh the couture envy! Nothing like a stroll into Saks Fifth to make you feel poor, and then guilty when you think of actual economic disparity…

We had an early dinner at Hana Zen in Union Square. They’re famous for their yakitori (grilled appetizers) but the sashimi was very well prepared as well. Beautifully fresh, the melt-in-your-mouth, crystal clear cuts of raw fish – quality sashimi.

Dad’s charred salted fish (bass?) with vegetables and sticky Japanese rice.

Many more barbecues and outings to come this weekend. Happy Independence Day!

“July 4th is a difficult day for an Anglophile…“