Vive la France.

REBEL
Le Cupcake Revolution
What: Partake in your own personal rebellion with a visit to any La Boulange, where they’re giving away lemon cupcakes in honor of Bastille Day.
Why: Let thyself eat cupcakes.
When: Today, 3 p.m., while supplies last.
Where: 2325 Pine St., at Fillmore St.; plus twelve other locations around the Bay Area.

Cabaret Bastille
What: Unleash your inner bohemian at Litquake’s Left Bank-themed fete, where Bay Area writers channel 1920s expat authors for a night of jazz, booze, and readings.
Why: The green fairy will be there.
When: Tonight, 8 p.m.-midnight.
Where: Cell Space, 2050 Bryant St., b/t 18th & 19th Sts. Tickets online ($13) at brownpapertickets.com and at the door ($15).

CHOW
Bamboo Asia
What: Now open in the FiDi, the made-to-order lunch, dinner, and takeout spot offers a triple play in cuisine, with Japanese, Indian, and Vietnamese options.
Why: Customized wraps, bowls, sushi, and salads. Breakfast and happy hour coming soon.
When: Mon.-Fri., 10:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Where: 41 Montgomery St., at Sutter St. (415-772-9134).

Forks & Corks
What: Five SF food trucks (An the Go, Brass Knuckle, El Porteno Empanadas, Japa Curry, and the Crème Brulee Guy) team up with 80-plus Sonoma wines for your dining and imbibing pleasure.
Why: Go early; the first 200 guests get a free copy of The Tablehopper’s Guide to Dining and Drinking in San Francisco.
When: Tonight, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: Fort Mason Center Firehouse, 99 Marina Blvd., at Buchanan St. Tickets online ($40 with code SPECIAL) at eventbrite.com or at the door ($65).

SHOP
Isharya Summer Sample Sale
What: Get the celebrity-lauded baubles (Gwyneth and Cameron are fans) on the cheap (statement-making Layla earrings are just $68).
Why: Save 50-70 percent.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Peekadoodle Kidsclub, Ghirardelli Square, 900 N. Point St., at Larkin St., ste. f100. R.S.V.P. to 415-462-6294 or info@isharya.com.

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