The workwear shop, which opened amidst the 2008 recession, almost didn't make it—until some guardian angels intervened.

A new tea shop resumes construction, an Asian soft-serve chain is moving forward on Irving, and more changes are on the way.

The new shop offers 24 gelato flavors and five sorbetto options, with an expanded menu coming soon.

"After a long three weeks away from Gestalt Haus, we're excited to announce our grand reopening today!" writes tipster Katie F. on behalf of the bar.

As an alternative to the emergency room, Direct Urgent Care will treat injury, illness, and minor pediatric emergencies.

The English-themed tea and soufflé shop, which also sells late-night Chinese food, is looking at other neighborhoods.

Free Cone Day is just around the corner.

Also in the new issue: how two neighboring jewelry stores collaborate, and new leadership for the Fillmore Merchants Association.

"I walked by Sparky's and I was surprised to see that some of the brown paper on the windows had fallen and now it looks like this!" writes tipster Sophia, who sent in this photo over the weekend.

Get to know Kevin Bohlin, the coffee expert behind Russian Hill's Saint Frank Coffee.

A letterpress, plus professional art, good handwriting, an app and the postal service.

Saturday's grand opening celebration will be Hawaii-themed: come for the fish -- stay for the free leis and hula dancing.

Though the shop is gone, the company will remain in business, selling its wares through other retailers and home parties.