by Magdy Zara
The most influential figure in modern Afro-Cuban jazz for more than half a century, virtuoso pianist, composer and arranger Chucho Valdés returns with Irakere 50, the new iteration of the legendary band that changed the course of Latin music in the 1970s and 80s.
Feb. 15, at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 18 at 8 p.m.
At SFJazz, 201 Franklin Street, San Francisco.
San Francisco Film Festival turns 26
This year the San Francisco Independent Film Festival, in its 26th edition, will be screening some of the selected films at the Roxie Theater during these days, while you can enjoy others from your home or wherever you are.
The Inde Film Festival will take place from February 8 to 18 of this year, during this time you will have the opportunity to see 95 new film productions, including independent films from around the world, short films and feature films.
For the opening night, a party is planned to be held at Kilowatt, where excellent local Latin bands will be in charge of entertaining the moment.
The opening of the Film Festival will be this Friday, February 9, at Kilowatt, located at 3160 16th St, San Francisco. Starting at 8 p.m. Check-ins after 9 p.m. It will cost $10
Mardi Gras Party starting the San Francisco Carnival
This year the San Francisco Carnival reaches its 46th anniversary, and the organizers for this edition have decided as a theme to honor indigenous roots.
The SF Carnival is made up of several events, and this can be an opportunity to get to know your neighbors and you can also enjoy live samba drumming, dance performances and lively music, from soca to cumbia and rumba.
You can wear costumes, masks and beads and join us to celebrate Fat Tuesday in true San Francisco Carnival style.
The appointment is next Tuesday, February 13, between 5 and 10 p.m., in the Mission District, San Francisco, including: Bissap Baobab SF; Arcana; Kimbara Rhythm and Flavor; Cha Cha Cha; and at the BART plaza on 24th Street with music, dancing and carnival festivities.
Entrance is free.
Valentine’s Day dinner with tequila flavor
Love is in the air and the only thing better than a romantic dinner is a romantic dinner accompanied by a top-notch tequila.
That is why DF Campbell has scheduled one to enjoy an unforgettable four-course full course dinner, with carefully crafted tequila cocktails.
Regarding the menu, it was learned that you can taste exquisite tacos of roast beef, chorizo and quesabirria with a delicious Paloma, served style, in a great boutique place.
This tequila-flavored dinner will be this February 13th starting at 5:30 p.m. and at 8:30 p.m. at 379 East Campbell Avenue Campbell. The cost of tickets ranges between $100 – $340.
