Forget the malt shop and set your clocks to a mutually agreed upon date for this private wine tasting at Howells Wine Bar! Ideally nestled along the Marina's buzzing Chestnut Street, Howells has been a popular spot since its opening four years ago by owners Nate and Chan Welch. Equal parts old-world San Francisco, with a massive bar hand-crafted by Chan's father and pressed tin ceiling, and cool, convivial neighborhood gathering place, Howells offers up a killer cellar and beautifully paired small plates.

Spend the evening hosted by one of Howells' wine curators on the mezzanine level, kick back with friends while you soak in the bar's vibe and savor hearty appetizers while navigating a bold new universe of varietals.