Christopher Hall
While reporting on food, architecture, travel and other cultural topics, San Francisco journalist Christopher Hall has carved stones for a medieval French castle, interviewed San Quentin inmate-artists, surveyed Istanbul from its highest minaret, participated in a Brazilian voodoo ceremony, eaten tapas with an octogenarian nun in Seville, bowled with drag queens in Las Vegas, and rowed across a fjord with a Norwegian cheesemaker and one of her goats.
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He has written for many publications, including Smithsonian, the New York Times, Architectural Digest, Saveur, National Geographic Traveler, AARP The Magazine, Gourmet, and Sunset. He is a frequent Via contributor.
Articles by Christopher Hall
There's pie and there's really good pie. Some of the best can be found on road trips in the West.
The Old West is alive and well in a charming pioneer town outside of Reno.
Where to get your water, wildlife, beach, or history fix along the Pacific.
Having a food allergy or specific dietary requirements shouldn't restrict your vacation.
Follow a few rail travel guidelines to save money and ride comfortably.
The Asian Art Museum is home to a stunning, permanent collection that spans 6,000 years.
These weird, wonderful spots in the West can perk up your next road trip.
Get off the beaten path and onto the Silverado Trail, Napa's parallel universe.
Savor Polynesian-kissed flavors—huli huli chicken, mai tais, pork lau lau—at these mainland spots.
Looking for out of the ordinary destinations this year? Consider Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Celebrate sports in Vegas, art on the Oregon Coast, and a birthday at the Grand Canyon.
A peek at winter in Yellowstone from the man who knows best.
Museums, tours, and classes devoted to neon are popping up all over the West.