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, May 22, 2013
The Art and Science of the Grilled Cheese
We sampled three versions: at The Melt, Sacred Wheel Cheese Shop, and Bar Dogwood.
by Luke Tsai
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, May 22, 2013
The Cottage Food Industry Finds a Home at Berkeley's Homemade Market
Plus Genny's BBQ suffers from a fire, and Sumo Grub and Guest Chef shut their doors.
by Luke Tsai
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, May 15, 2013
The Best Chinese Restaurant in Oakland That You've Never Heard Of
At Ben's Restaurant, typical Chinese takeout dishes are prepared with a lighter touch. They're also a bargain.
by Luke Tsai
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Last Call
, Jun 6, 2012
The Alternative Universe of 19th Street Station
Where everybody knows your name.
by Ellen Cushing
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, Oct 8, 2003
Noah Says 'Buon Appetito'
The Bay Area's first kosher Italian restaurant is like a New York bagel: pretty authentic, but not without holes.
by Jonathan Kauffman
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Bar & Ristorante Raphael
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Restaurant Review
, Mar 4, 2009
Crossover Burritos
Three burrito shops add new flavors, from Korean to Cajun to Mediterranean.
by Anneli Rufus
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Last Call
, Dec 28, 2011
King Charles
The results of the Christmas Eve Two-Buck Chuck taste-off.
by Ellen Cushing
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, Dec 28, 2011
Some Like It Hot
Rumbo al Sur's pan-Latin cuisine can lack spice, but the secret house hot sauce helps.
by Jesse Hirsch
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The Kitchen Sink
, Nov 17, 2004
Move Abroad, Eat Abroad
East Bay epicureans should think twice before ditching the States for the cuisines of the Old World.
by Michelle Turner
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, Jan 11, 2012
Health Food Redux
Everything is vegan and healthful at Potala Organic Cafe, but don't hold that against it.
by Jesse Hirsch
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The Kitchen Sink
, May 14, 2003
Damien and the Chocolate Factory
A tour of Dreyer's offers kids the lowdown on metal-flavored ice cream.
by Michelle Turner
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, Feb 6, 2013
Sarah Kirnon's Revolutionary New Restaurant in Old Oakland
At Miss Ollie's, Afro-Caribbean cooking is more soulful than ever.
by Luke Tsai
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What the Fork
, Dec 28, 2011
The Year in Food
Top East Bay chefs, farmers, and restaurateurs reflect on 2011.
by Jesse Hirsch
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Restaurant Review
, Oct 24, 2012
Escape to Rio California Cafe
A lunchtime oasis, just steps from the heart of downtown.
by Luke Tsai
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Last Call
, Dec 5, 2012
Pondering the Patio at Portal
Say that three times fast.
by Ellen Cushing
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, Oct 2, 2002
Shanghai Dreamin'
Hint: Look east of the Caldecott.
by Jonathan Kauffman
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, Oct 15, 2008
They Care a Lot
Sesame and sardines are served with smiles at Saffron Gourmet.
by Anneli Rufus
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, May 12, 2010
Shrink This Drink?
California Sauvignon Blancs — no longer needing therapy.
by Blair Campbell
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, Mar 9, 2011
Bowl'd Over
Albany restaurant takes the intimidation factor out of Korean cuisine.
by Anneli Rufus
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, May 1, 2013
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Two East Bay Barbecue Joints Where Side Dishes Are the Main Attraction
Smoke Berkeley and Genny's BBQ take pride in more than just brisket and ribs.
by Luke Tsai
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