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, Apr 30, 2008
Mateo's Merlot
More great values from Chile's Central Valley.
by Blair Campbell
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, Oct 11, 2006
Brunch My Soul
Luka's Taproom and T-Rex have nailed down weekend mornings with originality.
by John Birdsall
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, Sep 20, 2006
The Taste of Immediacy
A spiciness that calls to mind overseas adventures.
by Blair Campbell
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, Aug 22, 2012
Happy Accidents
The secret identity of Two Mile Wines.
by Ellen Cushing
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, Oct 17, 2007
Strange Fruits
Tropical Oddities aren't just for fun anymore, but recruits in a war against various ailments.
by Anneli Rufus
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, Jul 16, 2003
A Grand Masa Flash
El Huarache Azteca is East Oakland's cradle of corn.
by Jonathan Kauffman
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, Apr 23, 2008
It's a Long Way From Tehuitzingo
Cocina Poblana tries, but only a few of its regional Mexican dishes attain sophisticated heights.
by Matthew Stafford
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, Sep 19, 2001
Best Quesadilla
Pepitos Deli
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What the Fork
, Mar 13, 2013
Kingston 11 Brings Jerk Chicken, Jamaican Pride to Uptown
Plus vinegary soda from INNA Jam's Dafna Kory.
by Luke Tsai
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, Feb 19, 2003
Greasy Spoons They're Not
Hole-in-the-wall brunch quest leads to El Sobrante and Lake Merritt.
by Jonathan Kauffman
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, 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
, Mar 7, 2012
Honor Bar: Emeryville's Latest and Greatest
Attentive service, inviting decor, and refreshing drinks make it a cocktail palace.
by Ellen Cushing
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Last Call
, Feb 23, 2011
Mua, Pican, and Ozumo: A Cocktail Crawl in High Heels
Going classy can be hard on the feet.
by Jody Brettkelly
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, Mar 19, 2008
Numi's Tea Time Trip
The latest extension of Oakland's Numi Tea empire offers serenity amidst the semis.
by Blair Campbell
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, May 27, 2009
Barlata Brings a Taste of Spain to Temescal
Daniel Olivella keeps things traditional and casual at his new restaurant and wine bar.
by Matthew Stafford
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, Apr 24, 2013
Lanesplitter Workers Quit in Protest
Ex-employees allege that pizza chain engages in misogyny and emotional abuse. Company officials deny the charges.
by Luke Tsai
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Local Color
Algo Muy Sabroso
by Susan Goldsmith
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, Jun 23, 2010
Forbidden Fruits
Alameda tiki bar Forbidden Island employs fresh and organic ingredients in its sweet, breezy concoctions.
by Matthew Stafford
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, Dec 22, 2004
Nostalgia for Lunch
Two soda fountains to make you go gooey inside.
by Jonathan Kauffman
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, Oct 17, 2012
Savor Oakland, a New Local Food Tour, Launches Next Week
Plus Javier Sandes' new empanada business.
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