Andrew Freeman & Co.

Big update from the IRC: Wednesday, February 24th at 1pm ET // 10am PT, the Independent Restaurant Coalition will host the White House Office of Public Engagement for a special Zoom meeting focused on the COVID19 Recovery Plan. The White House wants to present President Biden’s plan, discuss the RESTAURANTS Act, and get feedback from the restaurant and bar community. If you and your staff can join, sign-up here: https://us02web.zoom.us//register/WN_nTXhhk72S2uwDwoYXzSOaA

Let's be honest there is still so much we can do to address the lack of diversity in the wine, beer, and spirits industry. Check out these 15 programs that support this movement and are working towards a more inclusivity! https://bit.ly/3k05jyg

BIG news for the #restaurant world! Last week the Senate approved a budget amendment, the Restaurant Rescue Plan, to distribute grants to restaurants that have been impacted by the pandemic. Learn about this and other updates in the Golden Gate Restaurant Association's latest newsletter! #saverestaurants #hospitalitylife https://mailchi.mp//sf-restaurant-workers-eligible-for-vac

Restaurants need your support now more than ever - Join @indprestaurants and @cointreau_us in writing your favorite restaurant or bar a letter. If you're watching the Super Bowl this Sunday, make sure to keep an eye out for a commercial with these "love letters" featured! Link below for templates and instructions!... https://bit.ly/2YSgiQt

Super Bowl 55 is right around the corner and lets be honest, food is the real MVP. From heart-shapped latkes to chicken wings, we have the best menus and specials around the Bay Area linked below. Make sure to check it out -- trust us, you don't want to miss out! https://bit.ly/3cIrveE

This past weekend's virtual Stretch for Success was a SUCCESS! It was so lovely being able to support Dress for Success San Francisco virtually. And it was also very nice that #teamafco came in 2nd place for fundraising! #afandco

We are honored to be on #ToastFried as one of the #Top25 restaurant companies in #SanFrancisco. Thank you to our wonderful clients for sticking with us through it all -- and a huge THANK YOU to Toast Fried for recognizing the amazing work our team and industry has done. We're looking forward to all the greatness this year has in store! Link to article: https://bit.ly/2Y29PSA

From the classic hot toddy to the more creative hot sangria, the hot cocktail trend sure does seem to be heating up this year! Just as our 2021 Trends Report predicted Download our trends report here: https://bit.ly/3q8Xwjm What's your favorite hot cocktail? Happy #NationalHotToddyDay !

Thank you Kim Severson for this amazing article in the NYT today & for a great mention of our 2021 trends report! Check out the article for some insight from Andrew Freeman and Carbonate, Inc. & to learn about the #trends 2021 has in store for us! https://bit.ly/3mBfTva

Have you been keeping up with Robert Herzog Insurance Agency's #Brewtober series? Check out their beloved clients on their page for the perfect way to enjoy the fall season! : Half Moon Bay Brewing Company #afandco #clientlove

We are so excited for EDSF 2020 to kick off tomorrow! Have you seen the ChefsFeed lineup for the Virtual Culinary & Cocktail Series? Trust us, you do not want to miss these classes. Classes will feature some serious Bay Area culinary talent including Simileoluwa Adebajo of Eko Kitchen (pictured), Samir Mogannam of Beit Rima and master mixologist Rebecca Pinnell. #afandco #EDSF2020 #EatDrinkSF Get your tickets here: https://bit.ly/2TdoIyU

Way to go team! Eat Drink SF 2020: 10 Days of Dining, Culture and Community kicks off tomorrow and we could not be more excited. Eater SF Golden Gate Restaurant Association

The leaves are changing and so is Mr. Espresso's home recipes! Check out @merrs.kitchen’s perfect PSL syrup that you can make from scratch at home! #afandco #clientlove

Join us at The Vault Garden on Friday October 23rd for the Kick Off Dinner of Eat Drink SF 2020: 10 Days of Dining, Culture and Community! Reservations are available from 5:00p.m. - 8:30p.m. for tables up to 6 people. Tickets are $175 per person including all fees, taxes and gratuity. Parking is validated for $5. Proceeds will support the restaurants, chefs and bartenders that make San Francisco so special. Participating chefs include:... - Chef Robin Song of The Vault Garden (@rtsong00) - Chef Jason Halverson of @hineighborgroup (@phokingchun) - Chef Staffan Terje of PERBACCO and @barbaccosf (staffanterje) - Chef Reem Assil of @reemscalifornia (@reem.assil) - Chef Belinda Leong of @bpatisserie - Chef Angela Pinkerton of Pinkerton Confectionery (@iampinkerton) #afandco #clientlove https://bit.ly/355UBPo See more

We’re very proud to introduce you to our newest client, Dough Wines; the first collaborative wine brand with the James Beard Foundation. dough believes every glass, every bottle and every conversation can make an impact, and become a catalyst for good. Learn more about what makes us passionate about these great wines, which support the JBF with an annual doughnation towards their work with restaurant recovery, equality in the kitchen and food sustainability. #afandco #clientlove #doughwines #openforgood #jbf

CUESA would love you to join Sunday Supper: A Farm to Home Feast on October 18. The feast includes cocktails, wine, 4 courses and lots of great surprises, in the comfort of your home. Register on CUESA & The Ferry Plaza Farmers Market page. #afandco

It's National School Lunch Week and Eat Canned Pears is celebrating all week by sharing their most popular pear-filled lunch recipes! Get your fruits, veggies, and protein in during #NSLW20 with dishes like this Pear Beef Banh Mi Wraps. #afandco #clientlove https://eatcannedpears.com//pear-bacon-spinach-pepper-jack

Save the date! The SF LGBT Center's annual Soirée is Saturday, October 10, 2020. To make sure everyone stays safe and healthy, they’ll be going virtual! Plus, their fabulous silent auction is back, start bidding now! #afandco https://app.galabid.com/soiree2020

We can finally share One Market Restaurant's new, secret project! Introducing Mark ‘n Mike’s, a classic New York-style delicatessen! We’re so excited to try the entire menu which features giant, tasty sandwiches, classic potato salad, the perfect matzo ball soup, and so much more! Head to their page for all of the details. #afandco #clientlove https://bit.ly/31GPjdn

Join us at the virtual discussion Raising LGBTQ+ Voices in the Media, hosted by @the_academy_sf on Thursday, Oct. 8th at 2pm PST discussing the importance of representation and equality in the media landscape. Panelists include: @kimseverson, @karaswisher, @reggieacqui, @jeffmasters1 and @marksegalauthor. The event is free with a suggested donation to the @nlgjaofficial. Register through the link. #afandco #clientlove https://bit.ly/3kRTo4H

Join us in supporting our essential farm and food community at CUESA & The Ferry Plaza Farmers Market’s Sunday Supper: A Farm to Home Feast on October 18. Treat yourself to a four-course feast from the city’s top chefs and virtual gala in the comfort of your home. Proceeds support CUESA’s work to grow thriving communities through the power and joy of local food. Reserve your feast today! #CUESA

The Taste Awards are happening and our very own Andrew Freeman is sitting on the panel Oct. 7th! This virtual industry summit celebrates the year's modern PR, food media, and taste making for restaurants, wineries, and culinary brands. Sign up for the summit with this link: https://bit.ly/3ifuZV0