Matt Meyer and Daniel Paez’s new Uptown bar has a low-key vibe and serves up food and drinks that reflect the owners’ Mexican American heritages.
Lauren Bonney
Lauren is a Bay Area freelance writer and editor specializing in all things lifestyle including travel, culture, fitness and food and drink. She has an incredible soft spot for cheese and is a firm believer in a great cup of coffee. Follow her gastronomic discoveries on Instagram at @bonneyeatsworld.
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Cheers to Mom! Beers, wines, sakes and spirits from East Bay mom-run businesses
We asked eight mothers in the drinks industry for a bit of motherly advice and to share what they’ll be sipping this Mother’s Day.
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What you can order at these East Bay ghost and collaborative kitchens
Restaurants and food makers from all across the Bay Area are offering food for takeout and delivery through these hubs.
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A world-class chef is opening a wine bar in Temescal
Andres Giraldo Florez’s mission with Snail Bar is to marry his obsession with natural wines and his love for slow food.
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Lots to love: 68 East Bay Valentine’s Day menus and specials
Whether you’re flying solo or sharing a plate with your significant other, celebrate the holiday with some good food and drinks made by local restaurants, pop-ups and bakeries.
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Nosh 2020 holiday gift guide: What to get your food-loving friends and family
12 food and drink-focused, East Bay-made gifts that reflect the vibrant, innovative, diverse and exceptional region we call home.
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Where to order Thanksgiving takeout meals in the East Bay
We’ve rounded up expertly prepared feasts, make-at-home meal kits, and heat-and-serve meals from 14 restaurants and caterers in the East Bay.
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8 new East Bay ice cream options to bring you cold, creamy comfort
Since the pandemic started, a whole slew of East Bay-based ice cream options have emerged from micro-creameries, restaurants and pop-ups.
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A Bavarian-style biergarten opens this weekend in Uptown Oakland
Hofküche opens on Saturday, what would have been the first official day of Munich’s canceled Oktoberfest.
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Lacking business and support, caterers ask ‘what can we do to get through this?’
Excluded from opportunities and support given to restaurants during the pandemic, many caterers are trying takeout, meal kits and even a drive-in movie night to survive.
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A small-batch, family-run cidery finds its home during the pandemic
Before COVID-19, Blindwood depended on keg sales, but since selling directly to customers online, it’s found a new local community of fans.
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8 East Bay spots to get your quesabirria fix
Taste for yourself why everyone’s talking about these braised beef and cheese tacos.
