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Kristina Sepetys

Rose Street Pantry gives Westbrae neighbors ‘little opportunities to do good’
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This Berkeley food sharing project delights, connects Westbrae neighbors

by Kristina Sepetys April 20, 2021, 1:59 p.m.August 4, 2022

Veronica Van Gogh transitioned her Little Free Library into a kiosk for sharing food and other items with anyone in need.

David Blake, a volunteer delivery driver for HelpBerkeley, making the first of several scheduled stops dropping off food to various COVID-compromised Berkeley residents. Photo: Pete Rosos
Posted inNosh

Special delivery: HelpBerkeley brings affordable restaurant meals to seniors and others at-risk

by Kristina Sepetys Dec. 15, 2020, 10:53 a.m.August 4, 2022

The volunteer-run group works with local eateries to provide two meals for $10 to those over 60 or self-isolating. This holiday, it will deliver hundreds of free meals.

Several restaurants, community groups and churches are giving out free turkeys, hot Thanksgiving meals and other food for people in need this holiday. Photo: Claudio Schwarz | @purzlbaum
Posted inNosh, Nosh Guides

Where to get free Thanksgiving meals in the East Bay

by Kristina Sepetys Nov. 19, 2020, 9:27 a.m.October 4, 2022

Food pantries, restaurants, churches and community groups giving out Thanksgiving meals, and ways to volunteer or donate to these efforts.

A bowl of polenta with braised beef, a daily special, on the Mise en Place patio in downtown Berkeley. Photo: Sarah Han
Posted inNosh

Mise en Place Kitchen in Berkeley is a daytime delight

by Kristina Sepetys Nov. 04, 2020, 2:30 p.m.August 4, 2022

This new downtown Berkeley eatery puts a seasonal, chef-focused spin on traditional cafe fare. And its spacious outdoor patio is a bonus.

Posted inNosh

The King’s Feet gives comforting Italian classics the vegan treatment

by Kristina Sepetys Oct. 05, 2020, 10:13 a.m.August 4, 2022

This new Berkeley restaurant from The Butcher’s Son team makes creative, plant-based Italian fare that, while not traditional, is deeply flavorful and satisfying.

Posted inNosh

Corner stores step up: Cedar Market

by Kristina Sepetys May 28, 2020, 12:30 p.m.August 4, 2022

Owners Preet Kaur and Gary Singh took over the North Berkeley market five years ago; with the help from the community, it’s become a reliable neighborhood go-to.

Speedy No-Knead Bread, with Trader Joe's Everything Bagel Seasoning sprinkled on top.
Posted inCity

Recipe: No-knead, can’t-fail bread anyone can bake

by Kristina Sepetys May 21, 2020, 11:31 a.m.August 4, 2022

This simple, customizable bread recipe is a great place to start for new bakers. We got tips from recipe creator Mark Bittman along with other bakers to ensure the perfect loaf.

The UC Berkeley food pantry distributes free groceries to UC Berkeley students and staff on Tuesdays.
Posted inNosh, Nosh Guides, Oakland

Where to get free and low-cost food during the coronavirus crisis

by Kristina Sepetys April 16, 2020, 1:30 p.m.October 4, 2022

A food resource guide for the East Bay’s vulnerable communities in need, including elderly, immunocompromised and food-insecure individuals, children and families, health care and essential food workers.

Owner Yolanda Burrell waters plants Pollinate Farm and Garden Supply in Oakland.
Posted inNosh

‘This could be our victory garden moment’: Gardening, homesteading see a resurgence in the East Bay

by Kristina Sepetys April 09, 2020, 11:11 a.m.August 4, 2022

More people are growing vegetables, raising chickens, setting up beehives and preserving in response to the coronavirus pandemic.

Vegan chef Bryant Terry
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Green reign: Bryant Terry unites vegans and non-vegans alike in his ‘Vegetable Kingdom’

by Kristina Sepetys March 02, 2020, 11:24 a.m.August 4, 2022

The Afro-vegan chef aims to show more people that eating vegetable-based meals is simple, affordable and delicious.

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Anissa Helou’s celebrated Islamic cuisine cookbook ‘Feast’ has a Chez Panisse connection

by Kristina Sepetys Oct. 22, 2018, 11:00 a.m.August 4, 2022

Chez Panisse chef Amy Dencler has been the recipe tester and friend to the award-winning cookbook author for years.

Posted inNosh, Nosh Guides

Dedicated gluten-free restaurants in the East Bay

by Kristina Sepetys Aug. 23, 2018, 11:00 a.m.August 4, 2022

From a bakeshop to a fine dining restaurant and a professional kitchen/food incubator, here are six spots where gluten-sensitive eaters need not fear to tread.

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