Play that funky music.
JAM
Turntable Kitchen Pairings Box
What: An utterly original mix ($25) from the duo behind Turntable Kitchen pairs seasonal recipes, ingredients, and curated tunes for your listening pleasure. November boxes are available now for preorder (with an additional surprise).
Why: Farm fresh you’ve got; you need vinyl.
When: Monthly.
Where: Online at turntablekitchen.com.
PARTY
True Blood Halloween at Harry Denton’s Starlight Room
What: Take the lift up to the newly refabbed setting in your vampire best (win $500 for top True Blood costume) as DJ Page Hodel spins old-school classics, soulful house, and Top 40 tunes.
Why: Get in for $10 when you sign up for the mailing list online at harrydenton.com.
When: Sat., 8:30 p.m.
Where: 450 Powell St., at Sutter St., 21st flr. (415-395-8595). Tickets ($20) at the door.
SPA
Bliss Spa’s Fifteenth Birthday Bash
What: Treat your face to a celebration of services, with free mini Triple Oxygen facials and Fabulips treatments. Follow up at the spa’s W hotel location for $25 off an Oxygen Blast facial or Brazilian bikini wax (reg. $70-$80).
Why: About face.
When: Sat., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Sephora, 33 Powell St., b/t Ellis & Market Sts. (415-362-9360).
STRETCH
Pilates ProWorks FiDi
What: Find your fitness oasis at the cult sensation’s new downtown studio, specializing in conveniently timed classes (early morning, lunchtime, and postwork).
Why: Get toned with combo Pilates, cardio, and strength options.
When: Opens Tues. Mon.-Sat., 5:55 a.m.-8:15 p.m.
Where: 215 Leidesdorff St., at Commercial St. (415-913-7717).
SHOP
Janezic Fall Collection
What: After a three-year hiatus, herald the return of Michele Janezic to retail. Soften in the locally produced line’s mix ($220-$450) of silky blouses, tunics, and Italian wool boucle blanket coats in rich colors.
Why: She’s the sweetest thing.
When: Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Dish Clothing, 541 Hayes St., b/t Octavia & Laguna Sts. (415-252-5997).
RESERVE
Thirteenth Annual Wine & Food Affair
What: Drive through wine country to 110 participating wineries for paired sips and bites. Keep a catalog of your trek with the cookbook, featuring recipes from each visit (Francis Ford Coppola, Hanna, La Crema, and more).
Why: Find a designated driver.
When: Nov. 5 & 6, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Multiple locations in Sonoma County. Info at 800-723-6336. Tickets ($30-$70) online at arestravel.com.
Photo: Courtesy of Turntable Kitchen








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