Help save your local Naval Historical Monument more ›

We had our excuses (Hangar One Thai Boxer cocktails, delectable nibbles, interesting gossip opps, and supreme people watching) for staying for the entire CHOW launch party at Bix. It was fascinating and delish, which is always a wonderful combo! more ›

The decommissioned Alameda Naval Air Station isn't just where the nuclear wessels used to be kept -- it's now home to plenty of businesses who are taking advantage of all the space the old hangars and barracks offer. One of those is Hangar One Vodka, and we can't think of a better place to kill an afternoon. Get a $10 vodka tasting and work your way down the menu with five different tastings -- we liked the "Buddha's hand" citron and mandarin blossom infused vodkas a lot. Drink up the tasty vodka while drinking in a fantastic view of Yerba Buena and the downtown skyline. more ›