Plan Your Perfect Super Bowl Party

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Will you be throwing a Super Bowl party this year? The big game is a little over a week away. Even if your team is not in the game, it is still fun to watch the commercials, eat tons of food and party with friends. The Carolina Panthers will take on the Denver Broncos Sunday, February 7th. Send out your invites now, so you can celebrate the 50th Super Bowl. What makes the perfect Super Bowl party? We have some ideas.





Appetizers:

Guacamole and Chips:

A classic appetizer for any event, guacamole and chips are the perfect starter for your party. Head to Trader Joes near The Wilson to get your hands on all the necessary ingredients. This recipe is super easy. Take all of the ingredients listed on the RealSimple recipe, then stir them in a bowl. Once the mixture is done, you have you guacamole. Choose your favorite chip and serve it to all of your friends and family.

Main Dish:

We love themes, and the Super Bowl is the perfect opportunity to really theme out. We recommend picking one team and serving a traditional dish from that area of the United States.

DENVER

Did you know that the Cheeseburger was trademarked in Denver? The trademark for the name cheeseburger is listed with Humpty Dumpty Drive-In in Denver, Colorado in 1935. We recommend making mini-cheeseburgers for your main Super Bowl dish if you are rooting for Denver.

CAROLINA

If your are rooting for Carolina, we recommend a classic BBQ recipe. Everyone goes south for BBQ ribs and wings. Ribs are not hard to make. We have found a great Sweet Carolina Rib recipe for your crock pot. This will allow you to start the food in the morning, and it will be ready by kickoff.

Drinks:

Drinks are pretty easy for the Super Bowl, most people want to grab a cold one from the fridge. Take this up a notch with different beers from the Super Bowl Area. San Francisco has some great beers that you can order or get at your local store. We recommend checking our Anchor Brewing. They have a great selection, and it will add to the Super Bowl theme.





These are just a few ideas to make your Super Bowl party one that everyone will remember. What are you adding to your Super Bowl party?a

San Francisco Baseball and Football

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Are you a sports fan? Luckily for you, you live in one of the best sports cities on earth. No matter what your sports preference you can always find something that will be great to watch on TV or in person. In San Francisco, we have 2 different professional sports teams for you to choose from. If you are new to the world of sports or an old fan, learn about the history of our cities teams in the blog below. Hopefully, you will learn something new and have an appreciation for San Francisco's great sports history. 

San Francisco 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers were an original member of the All-American Football Conference. They were also the first major league sports franchise based in the Bay Area.  The team was founded in 1946, and they were named after the prospectors who lived in the area during the 1849 gold rush. The team became part of the NFL in 1950. They were originally housed in Kezar Stadium before moving twice. The first move was to Candelstick Park in 1970, followed by Levi's Stadium in 2014. 

This team had the most successful streak between 1981-1994, where they won five Super Bowl Championships. These teams were led by Hall of Famers Joe Montana, Jerry Rice, Ronnie Lott, Steve Young and coach Bill Walsh. 

San Francisco Giants

The San Francisco Giants did not originally start in San Francisco. Originally known as the New York Gothams, the team moved to San Francisco in 1958. This team is one of the longest-established professional baseball teams in the country. They have won the most games of any team in American baseball. 

The Giants now play at AT&T Park as of 2000, before that the Giants played in Candlestick Park with the 49ers. The Giants have won six pennants and three World Series championships since moving to San Francisco. These three championships were in 2010, 2012 and 2014, where they beat the Kansas City Royals in four games to three. 

These two teams will give you plenty to cheer for all year around. Gather your friends from The Wilson and head to the game. You will be addicted to cheering for San Francisco in no time.

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Food Delivery to The Wilson

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Sometimes you just do not feel like cooking or going out. We have all been there. You get home from work and the idea of leaving the couch is just too much for you. However, in San Francisco there are so many options for delivery that you will never have to leave the couch again. We have gathered some of the best delivery services and options for you to try at The Wilson. We want to hear your favorites too!

GrubHub

When you do not want to google individual restaurants, Grubhub can tell you everything that delivers to your home at The Wilson. All you need to do is put in your address and let the website do the work for you. Grubhub has Indian, Chinese, pizza and vegan food all ready to be delivered to your doorstep. Grubhub even allows you to see the wait time for each place, so you can make your decision wisely. Pull up Grubhub on your computer and throw on a Netflix show you are staying in tonight.

Sprig

If you would like something a little healthier delivered fast, Sprig is the place to go. You can use the app or the website, but Sprig delivers organic meals in 15 minutes. You can preview what they are having for lunch and dinner each day and use that to choose your meal. If you are not in the mood for pizza or Chinese, this healthier option will be delicious. You can binge watch some Food Network shows and not be jealous of the chefs meals on your TV.

 TCB Courier

Maybe you need something simple. You need a sandwich during a quick work lunch or a snack during a busy night at home. TCB Courier is a simple service that can get you just that. The bike couriers at TCB will deliver you anything for a couple bucks. All you have to do is call them and the food will come to you.

These are just a few of the many great options for San Francisco delivery. What is your favorite option?

Instagram Your San Francisco

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Instagram is one of the most popular social networks of all time. The foodies and the travelers both love it to capture their day to day moments. They hope to get as many likes and comments as possible on their adventures. However, even if you are not a professional you can still have a great Instagram photo collection. This is especially true because you live in one of the best places for Instagram Photos: San Francisco. Here are a few spots you can add to your Instagram bucket list.

1. Golden Gate Bridge

This iconic landmark is one of the most popular Instagram shots in San Francisco and the world. There are so many viewpoints that even if the fog rolls in you will always be able to get a great unique shot.

2. AT&T Park

Let's Go Giants! You could be there for a concert, a ballgame or just to eat the hotdogs but you can always get a great Instagram shot. Start a challenge to get a great unique shot from every angle of the field. You could even create your own hashtag!

3. Union Square

Everyone else photographs the LOVE Sign, so San Francisco needs to photograph the hearts in Union Square. Get creative with your friends and come up with a unique pose and caption. This will be sure to capture the attention of your Instagram followers.

4. Ocean Beach

This spot might be a favorite for tourists, but you have the unique advantage of living in #SanFrancisco. You can capture this spot during unique times of day or from fantastic angles. Get creative with your local insight and see what you can come up with.

5. Dolores Park

Now that Dolores Park is going to re-open it is the perfect opportunity to capture a brand new photo. Go explore the new renovations to the park and see what shots you can get before anyone else.

These are just a few of the great spots in San Francisco to get that perfect photo. You can also take a few photos from your great home at The Wilson. What are your favorite Instagram shots? Share them with us on our Facebook page!

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Keep That Resolution

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It’s a brand new year which brings with it tons of opportunities to start over. Whether it’s in your personal life, your work life, with your health, the beginning of a new year is the perfect time to make a change. It may seem difficult but hey, you’ve got the whole year to make a difference!

As we get older and grow up, it can seem like our relationships suffer at the hands of other aspects of our lives. Our work gets in the way, school gets in the way, family gets in the way, life just gets in the way! This year, make an effort to reach out to those friends that you might have let fall by the wayside. Invite them over to spend time in our TV area. You might find yourself with a new neighbor once they fall in love with our rooftop sky terrace!

Even better than rekindling old friendships is creating new ones. The easiest friends to make are the ones that are near to you and that means your neighbors! Say hello the next time you see a neighbor leaving their apartment and invite them over for dinner one evening. One day you might find yourself in need of some assistance and the only people there to help will be your close neighbors. It can’t hurt to introduce yourself!

One of the most popular New Year’s resolutions is to get healthy in the new year. However, a lot of excuses can pop up when it comes time to actually get to it. The gym is too far away or the membership prices are outrageous are just two of the typical complaints. Here at The Wilson, neither of those are a problem! Our gorgeous state of the art fitness center has everything you need to get up and moving towards your new healthy lifestyle. We have something for everyone! Interested in growing stronger? Our strength equipment and weights will get you there. Want to increase your endurance? The aerobic machines will help you! It can be difficult to fit a workout in when you work all day and the gym has limited hours. That’s not a problem here! Our fitness center is open to you 24 hours a day!There’s nothing in your way between you and health here at The Wilson.

What are your goals for the new year? Let us know on Facebook.

From everyone in The Wilson family, Happy New Year! Good luck to you on achieving your goals.

The Perfect Side Dish For The Holidays

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Do you have your holiday meals planned? Whether you are bringing a dish or making everything, planning your holiday dinner can be stressful. However, the most important part of a holiday meal is being together with your friends and family. We have a few easy creative dishes that will be a hit this holiday season. Take an hour or two and make these delicious dishes, we are positive they will be a hit with your holiday party. 

Sweet Potato Casserole

A great classic holiday side dish is the sweet potato casserole. This holiday classic is one that everyone looks forward to this time of year. You only need a few ingredients and 45 minutes to make your tastebuds happy. Do you want to make this, but you do not have a dish? Head to Williams Sonoma to grab a 9 by 13 glass baking dish. Check out All Recipes to find the whole recipe to this delicious dish 

A Holiday Salad

Salads always seem like the easiest thing to make for a pot luck. However, take some time this year and get creative with a unique and handmade winter salad. We are so excited to try this Winter Salad with Avocado, Pomegranate and Almonds. This easy recipe is done in 30 minutes and feeds eight people. You can even find the fresh produce locally at Whole Foods. You can even pair this salad with a Citrusy Chilean Sauvignon Blanc for a complete meal. See the easy steps to your delicious salad at Food and Wine. 

A Festive Chocolate Lollipop 

Cookies are what everyone craves at Christmas, but you can always mix it up with a delicious chocolate treat. Stick with the theme and make these Nutter Butter Reindeer Pops. These adorable lollipops involve taking a nutter butter dipping it in chocolate then adding decorations. These delicious treats end up looking adorable and tasting delicious. You can find candy to decorate with at The Candy Store. We think loved ones of all ages will like these adorable treats. You can find the recipe at Country Living. 

We hope all of our Wilson residents have a great holiday. 

Make A Difference This Holiday Season

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‘Tis the season! December and the holidays is a time to celebrate the spirit of giving. But who says you have to limit your gift giving to friends, families and coworkers? The holidays are also a great time to support local and national causes alike! Even better, with so many organizations to choose from, it’s easier than ever to support a cause that speaks to you personally.

At the same time, there are are so many organizations asking for help that it can be hard to decide who deserves your time and attention. To help you with this decision, we’ve listed a small handful of our own favorite local groups:

San Francisco Food Bank. The San Francisco Food Bank is on a mission to end hunger in the area. And to help do that, they distribute more than 41.5 million pounds of food a year! They'll be sponsoring multiple food drives with both schools and businesses during the month - and if you can’t make a planned event or if you’re too busy to stop by one of their donation drop-off spots, you can always support them directly online!

San Francisco SPCA. Who doesn’t love helping adorable puppies and kittens? Our local SPCA is a wonderful group, and the perfect group to support to help ensure that local animals are given food, warmth, shelter and care during the holidays. If you’ve thought about supporting this group with your time - or even with your spare pennies! - now is the perfect time to do it! (Of course, we’d advise planning on helping these guys for more than a few weeks if you plan on volunteering with them - as any shelter staff member or volunteer will tell you, cute animals need help year-round!)

UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals Foundation. The holidays can be particularly rough for families in hospitals - and are especially heartbreaking when the patient is a child. The UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals Foundation exists to help families who are in this extremely upsetting state. In addition to collecting gifts for the children staying in the hospital, this foundation collections items that help family members just as much. Even donations of basic toiletries that families may need replaced as they’re sitting by a child’s bedside can bring a little bit of joy to what might otherwise be a depressing holiday season for these people.

These groups are just three examples of local organizations that are working to give back to the community this season - not to mention year-round! If these three don’t speak to your personally, though, have no fear. Thanks to websites such as greatnonprofits.org, it’s easy to look up organizations that are working out of San Francisco this season. With just a few clicks, you can find a group that you’ll feel good making a difference with!

What do you think - will you donate to one of these groups? Or did we not mention an organization that you personally love to support?