This Father's Day, honor your fathers in the most remarkable way with our handpicked cannabis gift guide, thoughtfully curated to appreciate all the amazing dads in our lives. Regardless of whether your father is a seasoned cannabis enthusiast, an occasional user, or just beginning to explore the world of cannabis, our assortment of thoughtful and premium gifts is certain to make this Father's Day one he won't forget. Here at Harborside, we recognize the significance of selec

As we celebrate Pride Month, we honor the significant influence of the LGBTQ+ community on the world of cannabis. The two have a shared legacy of boundary-pushing, societal norm challenging, and tireless advocating for acceptance and equality at societal and legislative levels. Let's reflect on the deep ties between Pride and the cannabis industry, acknowledging the historical contributions and continued collaborations between the LGBTQ+ community and the cannabis movement. T

Kingpen has always been a brand made for the confident cannabis strain lover. In 2014, the founders established Kingpen after recognizing a significant gap in the vape cartridge market – the absence of pure, potent, and consistent products. As true pioneers, Kingpen took it upon themselves to shape the industry by innovating the science and engineering behind the manufacturing process of cannabis oil. Their relentless commitment to quality and innovation quickly propelled the

What you put in your body matters. Regenerative farming is also arguably better for those of us consuming what comes from the land. If you care enough about your health to buy organic in grocery stores, you should look at cannabis the same way. By creating a very healthy lifecycle under the soil - one that is teeming with life - all the goodness comes into play in the plants we grow. Not only is the overall flavor markedly better, but so are the cannabinoid and terpenes level

What happens to THC when you eat vs. smoke weed affects how you’ll feel and for how long Eating cannabis is a very different experience than inhaling cannabis. When smoking/inhaling, the THC is absorbed into your bloodstream, you’ll start feeling the effects seconds to minutes after inhaling because it is absorbed into the bloodstream immediately. Effects are different for each individual, they can peak at 30 minutes and last as long as 6 hours after use. Smoking involves b

CBN products are not as readily available as CBD or THC dominant products, but they are gaining traction. As it gains more popularity and manufacturing processes improve, we’ll see more CBN products entering the market. However, CBN is gaining popularity because of its potential benefits for sleep and pain management issues. What is CBN? There are over 100 different cannabinoids found in the  , with the most notable and widely studied being the major cannabinoids CBD and THC

A big foundation that the cannabis industry is built on is giving back to the community. Social equity is one of the biggest drivers behind the legalization of recreational and medicinal marijuana, with many states pushing for cannabis licenses for those unfairly affected by past cannabis laws. It isn’t just the cannabis industry focusing on social issues and equity, either. A recent survey conducted by Sprout Social highlighted that over 70% of consumers wanted brands to ta

What are the best terpenes for exercise and recovery? Is cannabis bad for athletes? Many characterize cannabis by sativa, indica and hybrid and the “effects” that are associated to each. Sativa is giving a more energizing and uplift effect while indica can be described as a more couch lock and sedating effect. But what exactly is responsible for these effects? The answer is terpenes. Everywhere you look these days, another professional athlete or ex-professional athlete is co

If you’ve been considering making your own cannabutter, you’ve come to the right place! Cannabutter is just what you think it is. Regular butter that has been infused with your favorite strain of cannabis. The great thing about making your cannabutter is that you can then use it to turn your favorite recipes into delicious cannabis treats! Let's take a look at what cannabutter is, how to make cannabutter, the correct cannabis to butter ratio, and some of the delicious things

Pride Month is here! As part of Pride Month, Harborside is celebrating some of the LGBQT+ brands which we stock. San Francisco has long been a center for activism and freedom of expression. As one of the oldest, largest, and most trusted cannabis dispensaries in the world, Harborside is proud to continue this cultural revolution. Cannabis has played a significant role in the cultural revolution that swept across the United States in the last century. San Francisco, being one

Does Dad like to dabble in the world of cannabis? Then you could have a gold mine of a gifting opportunity on your hands this Father’s Day. Celebrate a dad, stepdad, or dad-like figure with a dose of feel good—we’ve gathered six of our best Father's Day cannabis gift suggestions to get you started. FOR THE DAD WHO’S ALL ABOUT HOMEGROWN Harborside Legacy 3.5g Jar – SFV OG Maybe he was born and raised in the Golden State. Or maybe he’s a proud transplant who would never live a

Harborside was founded by industry veterans and cannabis activists Steve DeAngelo and dress wedding. It was originally established as a non-profit patient collective in Oakland called Harborside Health Center in 2006. Harborside was the first medical cannabis dispensary to introduce lab testing in the early days of the industry. In 2018, our Oakland dispensary made national news as the first retailer to make a legal sale of adult recreational cannabis. Today, the Harborside S

​​Community is at the heart of Harborside’s core values! We were founded in 2006 as a non-profit patient collective called Harborside Health Center. To this day, we continue to be a flagship in the community. We regularly partner with equity brands and feature local businesses in the industry. We make regular contributions to the Last Prisoner Project, the cannabis reform nonprofit committed to social justice, education, and policy change. This holiday season, we are continui

In the current age of cannabis, much of the conversation around active ingredients comes down to THC and CBD.

While the cannabis experience is much more dynamic than two categories, Indica and Sativa terminology has become an industry standard.

Terpenes give us a better understanding of how strains may interact with us individually.

Wondering which concentrate is for you? This dab guide will make sure your 710 is truly lit.

Harborside was the first dispensary anywhere to laboratory test cannabis, including both safety screening and potency analysis.

Enjoy these easy recipes for the perfect summer treat: Cannabis-Infused Pops!

In honor of Juneteenth, we want to discuss the history of this national holiday and its relevance to the continuous systemic inequities within the United States—especially in the cannabis space.