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Berkeley’s 1923 fire, 100 years later | At 28, he died on Berkeley’s streets | House with famed communal hot tub up for sale

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A toast to 2019: Ms. Barstool’s top 5 East Bay cocktails

Avatar photo by Risa Nye Dec. 19, 2019, 12:00 p.m.October 4, 2022

Nosh’s drink writer looks back on the five cocktails that tickled her tastebuds this year, plus one noteworthy non-alcoholic drink that she calls “comfort food in a mug.”

Posted inNightlife, Nosh, Nosh Guides

Where in the East Bay to get boozy slushies, floats and milkshakes

Avatar photo by Risa Nye Aug. 03, 2018, 11:00 a.m.October 4, 2022

5 bars and restaurants to get frozen drinks that harken back to childhood, but with the added kick of alcohol.

Posted inNightlife, Nosh, Nosh Guides

Brunch cocktails — a brief history and best places to get them in the East Bay

Avatar photo by Risa Nye Jan. 26, 2018, 10:15 a.m.August 4, 2022

We bring you 11 spots in Berkeley, Oakland and Emeryville to savor potent brunch cocktails.

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The East Bay’s best soul-soothing boozy hot drinks

by Guest contributor Nov. 14, 2016, 2:00 p.m.October 4, 2022

Cozy up with some of our favorite hot boozy drinks from bars and restaurants in Berkeley, Oakland and Albany

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Ms Barstool: Spirits aplenty at Longbranch Saloon

Avatar photo by Risa Nye April 21, 2015, 11:00 a.m.October 4, 2022

This new Berkeley spot offers an abundance of choice when it comes to drinks, food and a good ambiance.

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Opening today: Tupper & Reed, a classic cocktail bar

by Kate Williams Feb. 25, 2015, 2:45 p.m.October 4, 2022

The long-awaited cocktail bar opens tonight on Shattuck with an extensive menu of classic cocktails and and a keen eye for historical detail.

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Ms Barstool: 5 cocktails to warm your heart

Avatar photo by Risa Nye Dec. 19, 2014, 1:30 p.m.October 4, 2022

Spices with heat, like ginger and cinnamon, bitters and shots of citrus combine to bring cheer during the winter months.

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Ms Barstool: Mixing it up improv style at Gather

Avatar photo by Risa Nye Oct. 21, 2013, 10:00 a.m.October 4, 2022

At the Gather bar in downtown Berkeley you can take the classic route, or go improv with a drink mixed specially for you.

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Building a better cocktail at Build Pizzeria Roma

Avatar photo by Risa Nye June 17, 2013, 2:00 p.m.October 4, 2022

What’s in a name? At Build Pizzeria, a lot where cocktails are concerned. Satisfy your curiosity and your thirst.

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Raising the bar in Oaktown: Cheers to Sidebar

Avatar photo by Risa Nye June 06, 2013, 3:15 p.m.October 4, 2022

Good cocktails, great views of Lake Merritt, and owners who are community conscious: Sidebar Oaktown offers a nice mix.

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A taste of summer: A good fit at Boot and Shoe

Avatar photo by Risa Nye March 26, 2013, 11:00 a.m.October 4, 2022

If, like Ms. Barstool, you’ve missed the bar at the back of pizzeria Boot & Shoe Service, hurry down to Grand Avenue to see creative cocktail making in action.

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At Hopscotch, classic cocktails with new twists

Avatar photo by Risa Nye Jan. 08, 2013, 8:00 a.m.October 4, 2022

In which Ms. Barstool, in an unprecedented move, visited Uptown Oakland’s Hopscotch twice in one week.

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