The AATS is pleased to host its 2012 Annual Meeting in San Francisco. It is often called "Everybody's Favorite City," a title earned by San Francisco's scenic beauty, cultural attractions, diverse communities and world-class cuisine. Measuring 49 square miles, this very walk-able city is dotted with landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars and Alcatraz. A stroll of the city's streets can lead to Union Square, North Beach, Fisherman's Wharf, the Castro and the Mission District, with intriguing neighborhoods to explore at every turn.

The city is home to world-class theatre, opera, symphony and ballet companies and often boasts premieres of Broadway-bound plays and culture-changing performing arts. San Francisco is one of America's greatest dining cities. The diverse cultural influences, proximity of the freshest ingredients and competitive creativity of the chefs result in unforgettable dining experiences throughout the city.