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"content": "\u003cp>With the New Year, come New Year’s resolutions which more often than not are commitments to make healthier lifestyle choices. Unfortunately, going out to eat while trying to stick to your health-conscious resolutions can be a challenge. Thankfully, the Bay Area is home to numerous restaurants committed to serving a menu of health-conscious dishes prepared with satisfying and nutritious ingredients. Have no fear, food can both be healthy \u003cem>and\u003c/em> full of flavor! Here are five popular restaurants south of San Francisco, perfect for enjoying tasty dishes prepared from healthy ingredients you can feel good about eating. If we missed your favorite, please be sure to share it in the comments.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115086\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxShrimp.jpg\" alt=\"Lime basil shrimp with peanut sauce at Asian Box.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115086\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxShrimp.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxShrimp-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxShrimp-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxShrimp-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxShrimp-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxShrimp-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxShrimp-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxShrimp-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxShrimp-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxShrimp-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lime basil shrimp with peanut sauce at Asian Box. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>With a fully customizable menu, \u003cstrong>Asian Box\u003c/strong> is a great option for healthy, made-to-order dishes that are inspired by Asian street food. Asian Box is committed to using all natural ingredients free of any additives, antibiotics, hormones, or pesticides. Additionally, all the sauces and marinades are prepared in-house from scratch. Customers can build a rice, salad or noodle bowl to their liking or pick from a selection of specialty boxes. 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Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Opened by the former Executive Chef at Google, Charlie Ayers, \u003cstrong>Calafia Café\u003c/strong> has become a popular neighborhood eatery in Palo Alto. The restaurant has a large menu serving California cuisine and is committed to using organic, locally sourced ingredients. Calafia has an extensive vegetarian menu with entree salads and noodle bowls, as well as sandwiches and other vegetarian specialties. Equally tasty as a vegetarian dish or just a change of pace from the standard hamburger, Calafia’s vegetable burger is prepared with a hearty but wholesome blend of roasted beets, mushrooms, carrots, and lentils. Topped with melted cheddar, grilled onions, roasted mushrooms, and a chunky tomato jam, the hefty burger is filling and full of flavor.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115088\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaInside.jpg\" alt=\"Inside Calafia Café at Town & Country Shopping Center in Palo Alto.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115088\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaInside.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaInside-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaInside-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaInside-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaInside-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaInside-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaInside-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaInside-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaInside-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaInside-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Inside Calafia Café at Town & Country Shopping Center in Palo Alto. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://calafiapaloalto.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Calafia Cafe\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n855 El Camino Real #130 [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/CkKb4t\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPalo Alto, CA 94301\u003cbr>\nPh: (650) 322-9200\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 8:30-10:30am 11am-9pm; Sat-Sun 9am-2:45pm 4-9pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/CalafiaCafe/?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Calafia\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/calafiapaloalto\" target=\"_blank\">@calafiapaloalto\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115089\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxCaliBowl.jpg\" alt=\"The Cali bowl at Detox Kitchen.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115089\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxCaliBowl.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxCaliBowl-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxCaliBowl-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxCaliBowl-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxCaliBowl-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxCaliBowl-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxCaliBowl-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxCaliBowl-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxCaliBowl-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxCaliBowl-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Cali bowl at Detox Kitchen. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The newly opened \u003cstrong>Detox Kitchen & Juice Bar\u003c/strong> in Belmont is a perfect destination for anyone committed to healthier eating. The trendy eatery serves a dishes of wholesome and filling bowls prepared with fresh, unprocessed ingredients. For those who are following special diets such as Paleo or Whole 30, which eliminate grains, added sugar and other restrictions, Detox Kitchen offers a number of dishes which cater to those diets. The Cali bowl which features riced cauliflower topped with kale, carrots, radishes, cucumbers, tomatoes, and crunchy sunflower seeds, is an impressively filling and guilt-free option.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115091\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxSpaghettiSquash.jpg\" alt=\"The spaghetti squash bowl at Detox Kitchen.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115091\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxSpaghettiSquash.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxSpaghettiSquash-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxSpaghettiSquash-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxSpaghettiSquash-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxSpaghettiSquash-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxSpaghettiSquash-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxSpaghettiSquash-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxSpaghettiSquash-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxSpaghettiSquash-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxSpaghettiSquash-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The spaghetti squash bowl at Detox Kitchen. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115090\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxKitchenInside.jpg\" alt=\"Inside Detox Kitchen in Belmont.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115090\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxKitchenInside.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxKitchenInside-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxKitchenInside-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxKitchenInside-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxKitchenInside-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxKitchenInside-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxKitchenInside-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxKitchenInside-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxKitchenInside-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxKitchenInside-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Inside Detox Kitchen in Belmont. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/detox-kitchen-and-juice-bar-belmont\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Detox Kitchen & Juice Bar\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1200 El Camino Real [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/BTMqDb\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBelmont, CA 94002\u003cbr>\nPh: (650) 264-8211\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 7am-5pm; Sat-Sun 9am-2pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/detoxkitchen/\" target=\"_blank\">Detox Kitchen & Juice Bar\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115094\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutDavy.jpg\" alt=\"The Davy salad at Sprout Café.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115094\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutDavy.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutDavy-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutDavy-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutDavy-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutDavy-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutDavy-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutDavy-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutDavy-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutDavy-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutDavy-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Davy salad at Sprout Café. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>A healthy menu of large salads, soups, and sandwiches makes \u003cstrong>Sprout Cafe\u003c/strong> a popular lunch option in downtown Palo Alto. Health-conscious customers can build their salad as they chose with a large selection of ingredients such as quinoa and farro, roasted vegetables, and wholesome proteins such as herb crusted salmon and grilled chicken. A large menu of signature salads is also available with plenty of healthy options such as The Davy which features orange and miso-glazed salmon over a bed of arugula with sweet corn, shaved fennel, avocado, red onions, candied walnuts and white cheddar with a sesame ginger dressing.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115092\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutAutumn.jpg\" alt=\"The autumn salad at Sprout Café.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115092\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutAutumn.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutAutumn-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutAutumn-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutAutumn-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutAutumn-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutAutumn-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutAutumn-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutAutumn-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutAutumn-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutAutumn-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The autumn salad at Sprout Café. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115093\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutCafeInside.jpg\" alt=\"Inside Sprout Café in Palo Alto.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115093\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutCafeInside.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutCafeInside-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutCafeInside-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutCafeInside-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutCafeInside-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutCafeInside-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutCafeInside-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutCafeInside-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutCafeInside-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutCafeInside-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Inside Sprout Café in Palo Alto. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://cafesprout.com/home\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Sprout Cafe\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n168 University Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/PdVfH6\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPalo Alto, CA 94301\u003cbr>\nPh: (650) 323-7688\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sat 11am-9pm; Closed on Sundays\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/sproutcafe/?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Sprout Café\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/sprout_cafe\" target=\"_blank\">@SproutCafe\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115096\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlChicken.jpg\" alt=\"A hot stone pot with chicken and vegetables at Sunny Bowl.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115096\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlChicken.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlChicken-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlChicken-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlChicken-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlChicken-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlChicken-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlChicken-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlChicken-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlChicken-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlChicken-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A hot stone pot with chicken and vegetables at Sunny Bowl. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Sunny Bowl\u003c/strong> serves a menu of Korean-style hot stone pots and colorful salads, making it a popular and healthy lunch option. The salads are wholesome and filling with a heaping mix of red and green cabbage, steamed rice, shredded carrots, cucumbers, grape tomatoes and kimchi. The salads can be topped with Korean-style rib eye or short ribs, chicken, shrimp, or Hawaiian poke. The signature dish at Sunny bowl is the sizzling hot stone rice bowls which are topped with spinach, carrots and bean sprouts. A fried egg and your choice of meat provide the protein sources.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115097\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlPoke.jpg\" alt=\"A salad bowl topped with Hawaiian poke at Sunny Bowl.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115097\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlPoke.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlPoke-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlPoke-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlPoke-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlPoke-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlPoke-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlPoke-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlPoke-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlPoke-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlPoke-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A salad bowl topped with Hawaiian poke at Sunny Bowl. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115095\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnBowlInside.jpg\" alt=\"Inside Sunny Bowl in Mountain View.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115095\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnBowlInside.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnBowlInside-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnBowlInside-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnBowlInside-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnBowlInside-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnBowlInside-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnBowlInside-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnBowlInside-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnBowlInside-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnBowlInside-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Inside Sunny Bowl in Mountain View. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/sunny-bowl-mountain-view\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Sunny Bowl\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1477 Plymouth St [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/nsNb48\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nMountain View, CA 94043\u003cbr>\nPh: (650) 625-0361\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 11am-9pm; Sat 12-9pm; Closed on Sundays\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sunny-Bowl/105004329542666?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Sunny Bowl\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>With the New Year, come New Year’s resolutions which more often than not are commitments to make healthier lifestyle choices. Unfortunately, going out to eat while trying to stick to your health-conscious resolutions can be a challenge. Thankfully, the Bay Area is home to numerous restaurants committed to serving a menu of health-conscious dishes prepared with satisfying and nutritious ingredients. Have no fear, food can both be healthy \u003cem>and\u003c/em> full of flavor! Here are five popular restaurants south of San Francisco, perfect for enjoying tasty dishes prepared from healthy ingredients you can feel good about eating. If we missed your favorite, please be sure to share it in the comments.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115086\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxShrimp.jpg\" alt=\"Lime basil shrimp with peanut sauce at Asian Box.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115086\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxShrimp.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxShrimp-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxShrimp-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxShrimp-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxShrimp-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxShrimp-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxShrimp-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxShrimp-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxShrimp-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxShrimp-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lime basil shrimp with peanut sauce at Asian Box. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>With a fully customizable menu, \u003cstrong>Asian Box\u003c/strong> is a great option for healthy, made-to-order dishes that are inspired by Asian street food. Asian Box is committed to using all natural ingredients free of any additives, antibiotics, hormones, or pesticides. Additionally, all the sauces and marinades are prepared in-house from scratch. Customers can build a rice, salad or noodle bowl to their liking or pick from a selection of specialty boxes. If you’re a vegetarian or just looking for a meat-free option, the Garden Box is a delicious option with tofu and steamed vegetables over brown rice with a sweet and mild coconut curry sauce.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115084\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxGarden.jpg\" alt=\"The Garden Box at Asian Box in Mountain View.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115084\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxGarden.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxGarden-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxGarden-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxGarden-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxGarden-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxGarden-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxGarden-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxGarden-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxGarden-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxGarden-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Garden Box at Asian Box in Mountain View. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115085\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxInside.jpg\" alt=\"Inside Asian Box in Mountain View.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115085\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxInside.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxInside-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxInside-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxInside-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxInside-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxInside-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxInside-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxInside-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxInside-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/AsianBoxInside-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Inside Asian Box in Mountain View. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.asianbox.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Asian Box\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nMultiple locations [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/hQP4bH\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\n42 Castro St.\u003cbr>\nMountain View, CA 94041\u003cbr>\nPh: (650) 584-3947\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sun 11am-9pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/AsianBoxEats/\" target=\"_blank\">Asian Box\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/AsianBox\" target=\"_blank\">@AsianBox\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115087\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaBurger.jpg\" alt=\"The Calafia vegetable burger.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115087\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaBurger.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaBurger-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaBurger-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaBurger-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaBurger-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaBurger-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaBurger-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaBurger-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaBurger-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaBurger-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Calafia vegetable burger. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Opened by the former Executive Chef at Google, Charlie Ayers, \u003cstrong>Calafia Café\u003c/strong> has become a popular neighborhood eatery in Palo Alto. The restaurant has a large menu serving California cuisine and is committed to using organic, locally sourced ingredients. Calafia has an extensive vegetarian menu with entree salads and noodle bowls, as well as sandwiches and other vegetarian specialties. Equally tasty as a vegetarian dish or just a change of pace from the standard hamburger, Calafia’s vegetable burger is prepared with a hearty but wholesome blend of roasted beets, mushrooms, carrots, and lentils. Topped with melted cheddar, grilled onions, roasted mushrooms, and a chunky tomato jam, the hefty burger is filling and full of flavor.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115088\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaInside.jpg\" alt=\"Inside Calafia Café at Town & Country Shopping Center in Palo Alto.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115088\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaInside.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaInside-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaInside-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaInside-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaInside-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaInside-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaInside-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaInside-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaInside-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/CalafiaInside-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Inside Calafia Café at Town & Country Shopping Center in Palo Alto. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://calafiapaloalto.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Calafia Cafe\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n855 El Camino Real #130 [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/CkKb4t\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPalo Alto, CA 94301\u003cbr>\nPh: (650) 322-9200\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 8:30-10:30am 11am-9pm; Sat-Sun 9am-2:45pm 4-9pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/CalafiaCafe/?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Calafia\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/calafiapaloalto\" target=\"_blank\">@calafiapaloalto\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115089\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxCaliBowl.jpg\" alt=\"The Cali bowl at Detox Kitchen.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115089\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxCaliBowl.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxCaliBowl-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxCaliBowl-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxCaliBowl-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxCaliBowl-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxCaliBowl-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxCaliBowl-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxCaliBowl-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxCaliBowl-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxCaliBowl-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Cali bowl at Detox Kitchen. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The newly opened \u003cstrong>Detox Kitchen & Juice Bar\u003c/strong> in Belmont is a perfect destination for anyone committed to healthier eating. The trendy eatery serves a dishes of wholesome and filling bowls prepared with fresh, unprocessed ingredients. For those who are following special diets such as Paleo or Whole 30, which eliminate grains, added sugar and other restrictions, Detox Kitchen offers a number of dishes which cater to those diets. The Cali bowl which features riced cauliflower topped with kale, carrots, radishes, cucumbers, tomatoes, and crunchy sunflower seeds, is an impressively filling and guilt-free option.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115091\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxSpaghettiSquash.jpg\" alt=\"The spaghetti squash bowl at Detox Kitchen.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115091\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxSpaghettiSquash.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxSpaghettiSquash-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxSpaghettiSquash-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxSpaghettiSquash-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxSpaghettiSquash-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxSpaghettiSquash-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxSpaghettiSquash-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxSpaghettiSquash-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxSpaghettiSquash-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxSpaghettiSquash-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The spaghetti squash bowl at Detox Kitchen. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115090\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxKitchenInside.jpg\" alt=\"Inside Detox Kitchen in Belmont.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115090\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxKitchenInside.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxKitchenInside-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxKitchenInside-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxKitchenInside-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxKitchenInside-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxKitchenInside-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxKitchenInside-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxKitchenInside-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxKitchenInside-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/DetoxKitchenInside-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Inside Detox Kitchen in Belmont. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/detox-kitchen-and-juice-bar-belmont\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Detox Kitchen & Juice Bar\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1200 El Camino Real [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/BTMqDb\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBelmont, CA 94002\u003cbr>\nPh: (650) 264-8211\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 7am-5pm; Sat-Sun 9am-2pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/detoxkitchen/\" target=\"_blank\">Detox Kitchen & Juice Bar\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115094\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutDavy.jpg\" alt=\"The Davy salad at Sprout Café.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115094\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutDavy.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutDavy-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutDavy-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutDavy-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutDavy-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutDavy-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutDavy-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutDavy-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutDavy-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutDavy-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Davy salad at Sprout Café. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>A healthy menu of large salads, soups, and sandwiches makes \u003cstrong>Sprout Cafe\u003c/strong> a popular lunch option in downtown Palo Alto. Health-conscious customers can build their salad as they chose with a large selection of ingredients such as quinoa and farro, roasted vegetables, and wholesome proteins such as herb crusted salmon and grilled chicken. A large menu of signature salads is also available with plenty of healthy options such as The Davy which features orange and miso-glazed salmon over a bed of arugula with sweet corn, shaved fennel, avocado, red onions, candied walnuts and white cheddar with a sesame ginger dressing.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115092\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutAutumn.jpg\" alt=\"The autumn salad at Sprout Café.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115092\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutAutumn.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutAutumn-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutAutumn-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutAutumn-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutAutumn-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutAutumn-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutAutumn-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutAutumn-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutAutumn-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutAutumn-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The autumn salad at Sprout Café. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115093\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutCafeInside.jpg\" alt=\"Inside Sprout Café in Palo Alto.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115093\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutCafeInside.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutCafeInside-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutCafeInside-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutCafeInside-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutCafeInside-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutCafeInside-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutCafeInside-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutCafeInside-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutCafeInside-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SproutCafeInside-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Inside Sprout Café in Palo Alto. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://cafesprout.com/home\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Sprout Cafe\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n168 University Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/PdVfH6\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPalo Alto, CA 94301\u003cbr>\nPh: (650) 323-7688\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sat 11am-9pm; Closed on Sundays\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/sproutcafe/?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Sprout Café\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/sprout_cafe\" target=\"_blank\">@SproutCafe\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115096\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlChicken.jpg\" alt=\"A hot stone pot with chicken and vegetables at Sunny Bowl.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115096\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlChicken.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlChicken-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlChicken-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlChicken-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlChicken-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlChicken-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlChicken-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlChicken-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlChicken-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlChicken-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A hot stone pot with chicken and vegetables at Sunny Bowl. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Sunny Bowl\u003c/strong> serves a menu of Korean-style hot stone pots and colorful salads, making it a popular and healthy lunch option. The salads are wholesome and filling with a heaping mix of red and green cabbage, steamed rice, shredded carrots, cucumbers, grape tomatoes and kimchi. The salads can be topped with Korean-style rib eye or short ribs, chicken, shrimp, or Hawaiian poke. The signature dish at Sunny bowl is the sizzling hot stone rice bowls which are topped with spinach, carrots and bean sprouts. A fried egg and your choice of meat provide the protein sources.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115097\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlPoke.jpg\" alt=\"A salad bowl topped with Hawaiian poke at Sunny Bowl.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115097\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlPoke.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlPoke-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlPoke-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlPoke-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlPoke-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlPoke-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlPoke-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlPoke-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlPoke-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnyBowlPoke-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A salad bowl topped with Hawaiian poke at Sunny Bowl. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_115095\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnBowlInside.jpg\" alt=\"Inside Sunny Bowl in Mountain View.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115095\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnBowlInside.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnBowlInside-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnBowlInside-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnBowlInside-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnBowlInside-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnBowlInside-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnBowlInside-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnBowlInside-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnBowlInside-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/02/SunnBowlInside-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Inside Sunny Bowl in Mountain View. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/sunny-bowl-mountain-view\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Sunny Bowl\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1477 Plymouth St [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/nsNb48\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nMountain View, CA 94043\u003cbr>\nPh: (650) 625-0361\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 11am-9pm; Sat 12-9pm; Closed on Sundays\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sunny-Bowl/105004329542666?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Sunny Bowl\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cp>For many people, mac and cheese equals comfort. It’s a childhood food, perfect for picky eaters: even if you hated spices or weird textures as a kid, you probably still loved mac and cheese, whether homemade or from the blue box. As an adult, eating the dish is an easy way to go back to a simpler, cheesier time.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In the Bay Area, there are are plenty of restaurants that recognize mac and cheese’s homey appeal. There are countless versions, some gussied up with stinky cheeses, others hewing to tradition with the classic bright orange cheddar. Here are five of our favorite versions in Berkeley and Oakland. Did we miss yours favorite Let us know in the comments.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114868\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 3264px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/homeroom2.jpg\" alt=\"The Gilroy Garlic Mac at Temescal's Homeroom.\" width=\"3264\" height=\"2448\" class=\"size-full wp-image-114868\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/homeroom2.jpg 3264w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/homeroom2-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/homeroom2-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/homeroom2-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/homeroom2-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/homeroom2-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/homeroom2-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/homeroom2-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/homeroom2-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/homeroom2-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 3264px) 100vw, 3264px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Gilroy Garlic Mac at Temescal's Homeroom. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>You can't mention mac and cheese in the Bay Area without mentioning \u003cstrong>Homeroom\u003c/strong>, the Temescal restaurant dedicated to the stuff, a place so popular they had to open a second location, offering only to-go orders, in 2014. They also have a cookbook--they know what they’re doing when it comes to mac and cheese. Their restaurant offers unique versions of the dish, with enough combinations of crunch, spice and proteins to please any group, and there’s even a tofu and nutritional yeast version for vegans. Their most popular, the Gilroy Garlic Mac, came out so hot it was bubbling, with an abundance of molten cheese and crispy lid of panko breadcrumbs topping a mix of al dente macaroni and a comforting sauce of gouda, pecorino and a date-threatening amount of garlic. It’s big enough to share, and if you don’t, you’re likely to fall asleep in the school-themed restaurant, their line of custom, mac and cheese-themed postcards (“Not to be be cheesy but I miss you”) the last thing you see before dreamland.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://homeroom510.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Homeroom\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n400 40th St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/qUeVWanuVhD2\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94609\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 597-0400\u003cbr>\nHours: Tue-Sun, 11am-10pm; closed Monday.\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Homeroom510\" target=\"_blank\">Homeroom\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/homeroom510\" target=\"_blank\">@homeroom510\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/homeroom510/\" target=\"_blank\">@homeroom510\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ (Entrees $11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114860\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1539-new.jpg\" alt=\"Bacon mac and cheese at Angeline's in downtown Berkeley.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-114860\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1539-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1539-new-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1539-new-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1539-new-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1539-new-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1539-new-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1539-new-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1539-new-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1539-new-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1539-new-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bacon mac and cheese at Angeline's in downtown Berkeley. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Angeline’s\u003c/strong> in Berkeley immediately advertises the fact that you’re in a New Orleans-style restaurant. There’s a brass brand soundtrack, Crystal on the table and walls covered with alligators and Mardi Gras signs. Their menu offers beignets, gumbo and muffalettas, and a side dish of mac and cheese. It’s a better version of the kind of classic, no-frills mac and cheese you get at Southern soul food restaurants across the country: it’s baked, so it’s less gooey than other versions and it features a classic cheddar and parmesan blend instead of something wacky like gouda or (god forbid!) goat cheese. Angeline’s version is topped with a delightfully crunchy layer of well-seasoned bread crumbs and the optional addition of bacon adds welcome bursts of texture and flavor.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.angelineskitchen.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Angeline's Louisiana Kitchen\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n2261 Shattuck Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/qQFSHvhSoGn\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, CA 94704\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 548-6900\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon, 5:30-9pm; Tue-Thur, 11am-9pm; Fri-Sat, 11am-10pm; Sun, 11am-9pm.\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$$ (Entrees $18-$24)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114859\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/better-new.jpg\" alt=\"Mac and cheese fritters at Luka's in Oakland. \" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-114859\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/better-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/better-new-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/better-new-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/better-new-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/better-new-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/better-new-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/better-new-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/better-new-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/better-new-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/better-new-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mac and cheese fritters at Luka's in Oakland. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Luka’s\u003c/strong> opened in Uptown Oakland in 2004, way before people started moving to Oakland in droves and Uptown became a hot restaurant destination. It’s the \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/12/27/heres-why-2016-was-rough-for-bay-area-restaurants/\" target=\"_blank\">rare Bay Area restaurant success story\u003c/a>, and it’s thrived because it has a combination that’s surprisingly hard to find in Oakland: a place where you can eat a lot, drink a lot, and dance a lot. It’s a dark, lounge-y space where you can get pink cocktails and dance to Cuban music then show up the next morning for brunch, or alternatively, get mussels while you drink one of the options from their impressive selection of Belgian beers before you play pool. They offer two types of mac and cheese, a main dish version with leeks and four cheeses, and an appetizer of mac and cheese “fritters” accompanied by a buttermilk dipping sauce. The fritters are an American \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arancini\" target=\"_blank\">arancini\u003c/a>, with a light crispy crust surrounding two bite’s worth of incredibly creamy mac and cheese. The sauce has a piquant acidity that’s both spicy and vinegary, a welcome complement to the dish’s richness. Fried mac and cheese seems obscenely decadent, but if you share it with a friend, it’s a perfectly portioned bar snack.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.lukasoakland.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Luka's Taproom & Lounge\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n2221 Broadway [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/RTt65NYsMkk\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94612\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 451-4677\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Wed, 11-12am; Thurs-Sat, 11-2am.\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/lukas-taproom-lounge/144370601653\" target=\"_blank\">Luka's Taproom & Lounge\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/lukastaproom\" target=\"_blank\">@lukastaproom\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$$ (Entrees $18-$24)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114847\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114847\" src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1571.jpg\" alt=\"The mac and cheese burger at Telegraph in Oakland.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1571.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1571-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1571-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1571-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1571-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1571-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1571-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1571-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1571-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1571-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The mac and cheese burger at Telegraph in Oakland. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Oakland has a surplus of \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2014/06/27/14-top-notch-spots-to-drink-beer-outdoors-in-the-east-bay/\" target=\"_blank\">beer gardens\u003c/a> (Drake’s, Lost and Found, The Trappist), but \u003cstrong>Telegraph\u003c/strong> is probably the funkiest. Every square inch is graffitied, decor includes old bike wheels and half of a GameStop electronic sign, there’s a wallet-friendly selection of sub-$5 beer cans, and the soundtrack jumps between Bad Brains and Herb Alpert. Despite their lack of pretension, they take their food seriously, with a thoughtful food menu including housemade sausages, a delicious porchetta sandwich and a handful of vegan options, including a hearty tofu hoagie. There are also burgers, one of which is a mac and cheese burger. The burger is large and medium rare, and topped with a layer of mac and cheese that’s been grilled until it achieves a lightly browned crust. Yes, it probably makes an ideal meal for soaking up 3-7 beers and one of the bar’s boozy slushies, but I can attest that it’s also deliciously satisfying stone cold sober. Like those \u003ca href=\"https://vimeo.com/17705882\" target=\"_blank\">annoying Vegas commercials\u003c/a> declare, it’s just the right amount of wrong.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://telegraphoakland.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Telegraph\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n2318 Telegraph Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/KHfLbyanL212\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94612\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 444-8353\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon, 4pm-12am; Tue-Thur, 3pm-12am; Fri-Sat, 11am-2am; Sun, 11-12am.\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/TelegraphOAK/\" target=\"_blank\">Telegraph\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/telegraphoak?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\">@TelegraphOAK\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/telegraphoakland/\" target=\"_blank\">@telegraphoakland\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ (Entrees $11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114849\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1679.jpg\" alt=\"Orzo mac and cheese and Berkeley's FIVE.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-114849\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1679.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1679-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1679-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1679-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1679-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1679-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1679-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1679-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1679-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1679-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Orzo mac and cheese and Berkeley's FIVE. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>A good chunk of new restaurants in the Bay Area seem to subscribe to the same Pinterest interior design board. They emphasize subtlety, paint their walls white, get some vintage wood furniture from the Alameda Flea Market, and maybe accent with some mid-century modern pieces. Down with ostentatiousness, up with succulents. Berkeley’s \u003cstrong>FIVE\u003c/strong>, attached to the Hotel Shattuck Plaza ignores these unspoken rules. The space is unapologetically fancy, with high ceilings, intricate wallpaper, and elegant columns. Instead of Edison bulbs, there’s a chandelier. The bathroom smells strongly of vanilla frosting. FIVE is an ideal venue for a parent to get lunch with their hungover Cal student, quizzing them over a glass of wine about why they need to take an \u003ca href=\"http://decal.berkeley.edu/courses/160\" target=\"_blank\">entire class on Radiohead.\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Unlike every other mac and cheese I tried, FIVE’s version doesn’t use macaroni noodles. Instead, they use orzo, so when the dish comes out, piping hot in a mini cast iron pan, it’s creamier than a traditional version, where the pasta absorbs much of the cheese sauce. It’s similar to a savory rice pudding, and has the potential to be too much--too much cream, too much cheese--but thanks to touches like their choice of cheese (smoked gouda), a tart tomato jam, and a sprinkle of chives, it’s complex and tasty enough to make you want to keep eating.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.five-berkeley.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>FIVE\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n2086 Allston Way [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/ZPfeSmUzyjn\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, CA 94704\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 225-6034\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Tue, 6:30-10:30am, 11:30am-1:30pm, 5:30-9:00pm; Wed-Fri, 6:30-10:30am, 11:30am-1:30pm, 5:30-10:00pm; Sat, 7am-1pm, 5:30-10pm; Sun, 7am-1pm, 5:30-9pm.\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/FIVEBerkeley/\" target=\"_blank\">FIVE\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$$$ (Entrees more than $25)\u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>For many people, mac and cheese equals comfort. It’s a childhood food, perfect for picky eaters: even if you hated spices or weird textures as a kid, you probably still loved mac and cheese, whether homemade or from the blue box. As an adult, eating the dish is an easy way to go back to a simpler, cheesier time.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In the Bay Area, there are are plenty of restaurants that recognize mac and cheese’s homey appeal. There are countless versions, some gussied up with stinky cheeses, others hewing to tradition with the classic bright orange cheddar. Here are five of our favorite versions in Berkeley and Oakland. Did we miss yours favorite Let us know in the comments.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114868\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 3264px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/homeroom2.jpg\" alt=\"The Gilroy Garlic Mac at Temescal's Homeroom.\" width=\"3264\" height=\"2448\" class=\"size-full wp-image-114868\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/homeroom2.jpg 3264w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/homeroom2-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/homeroom2-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/homeroom2-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/homeroom2-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/homeroom2-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/homeroom2-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/homeroom2-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/homeroom2-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/homeroom2-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 3264px) 100vw, 3264px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Gilroy Garlic Mac at Temescal's Homeroom. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>You can't mention mac and cheese in the Bay Area without mentioning \u003cstrong>Homeroom\u003c/strong>, the Temescal restaurant dedicated to the stuff, a place so popular they had to open a second location, offering only to-go orders, in 2014. They also have a cookbook--they know what they’re doing when it comes to mac and cheese. Their restaurant offers unique versions of the dish, with enough combinations of crunch, spice and proteins to please any group, and there’s even a tofu and nutritional yeast version for vegans. Their most popular, the Gilroy Garlic Mac, came out so hot it was bubbling, with an abundance of molten cheese and crispy lid of panko breadcrumbs topping a mix of al dente macaroni and a comforting sauce of gouda, pecorino and a date-threatening amount of garlic. It’s big enough to share, and if you don’t, you’re likely to fall asleep in the school-themed restaurant, their line of custom, mac and cheese-themed postcards (“Not to be be cheesy but I miss you”) the last thing you see before dreamland.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://homeroom510.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Homeroom\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n400 40th St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/qUeVWanuVhD2\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94609\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 597-0400\u003cbr>\nHours: Tue-Sun, 11am-10pm; closed Monday.\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Homeroom510\" target=\"_blank\">Homeroom\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/homeroom510\" target=\"_blank\">@homeroom510\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/homeroom510/\" target=\"_blank\">@homeroom510\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ (Entrees $11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114860\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1539-new.jpg\" alt=\"Bacon mac and cheese at Angeline's in downtown Berkeley.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-114860\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1539-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1539-new-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1539-new-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1539-new-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1539-new-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1539-new-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1539-new-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1539-new-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1539-new-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1539-new-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bacon mac and cheese at Angeline's in downtown Berkeley. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Angeline’s\u003c/strong> in Berkeley immediately advertises the fact that you’re in a New Orleans-style restaurant. There’s a brass brand soundtrack, Crystal on the table and walls covered with alligators and Mardi Gras signs. Their menu offers beignets, gumbo and muffalettas, and a side dish of mac and cheese. It’s a better version of the kind of classic, no-frills mac and cheese you get at Southern soul food restaurants across the country: it’s baked, so it’s less gooey than other versions and it features a classic cheddar and parmesan blend instead of something wacky like gouda or (god forbid!) goat cheese. Angeline’s version is topped with a delightfully crunchy layer of well-seasoned bread crumbs and the optional addition of bacon adds welcome bursts of texture and flavor.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.angelineskitchen.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Angeline's Louisiana Kitchen\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n2261 Shattuck Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/qQFSHvhSoGn\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, CA 94704\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 548-6900\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon, 5:30-9pm; Tue-Thur, 11am-9pm; Fri-Sat, 11am-10pm; Sun, 11am-9pm.\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$$ (Entrees $18-$24)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114859\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/better-new.jpg\" alt=\"Mac and cheese fritters at Luka's in Oakland. \" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-114859\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/better-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/better-new-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/better-new-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/better-new-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/better-new-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/better-new-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/better-new-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/better-new-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/better-new-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/better-new-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mac and cheese fritters at Luka's in Oakland. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Luka’s\u003c/strong> opened in Uptown Oakland in 2004, way before people started moving to Oakland in droves and Uptown became a hot restaurant destination. It’s the \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/12/27/heres-why-2016-was-rough-for-bay-area-restaurants/\" target=\"_blank\">rare Bay Area restaurant success story\u003c/a>, and it’s thrived because it has a combination that’s surprisingly hard to find in Oakland: a place where you can eat a lot, drink a lot, and dance a lot. It’s a dark, lounge-y space where you can get pink cocktails and dance to Cuban music then show up the next morning for brunch, or alternatively, get mussels while you drink one of the options from their impressive selection of Belgian beers before you play pool. They offer two types of mac and cheese, a main dish version with leeks and four cheeses, and an appetizer of mac and cheese “fritters” accompanied by a buttermilk dipping sauce. The fritters are an American \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arancini\" target=\"_blank\">arancini\u003c/a>, with a light crispy crust surrounding two bite’s worth of incredibly creamy mac and cheese. The sauce has a piquant acidity that’s both spicy and vinegary, a welcome complement to the dish’s richness. Fried mac and cheese seems obscenely decadent, but if you share it with a friend, it’s a perfectly portioned bar snack.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.lukasoakland.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Luka's Taproom & Lounge\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n2221 Broadway [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/RTt65NYsMkk\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94612\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 451-4677\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Wed, 11-12am; Thurs-Sat, 11-2am.\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/lukas-taproom-lounge/144370601653\" target=\"_blank\">Luka's Taproom & Lounge\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/lukastaproom\" target=\"_blank\">@lukastaproom\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$$ (Entrees $18-$24)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114847\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114847\" src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1571.jpg\" alt=\"The mac and cheese burger at Telegraph in Oakland.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1571.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1571-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1571-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1571-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1571-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1571-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1571-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1571-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1571-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1571-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The mac and cheese burger at Telegraph in Oakland. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Oakland has a surplus of \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2014/06/27/14-top-notch-spots-to-drink-beer-outdoors-in-the-east-bay/\" target=\"_blank\">beer gardens\u003c/a> (Drake’s, Lost and Found, The Trappist), but \u003cstrong>Telegraph\u003c/strong> is probably the funkiest. Every square inch is graffitied, decor includes old bike wheels and half of a GameStop electronic sign, there’s a wallet-friendly selection of sub-$5 beer cans, and the soundtrack jumps between Bad Brains and Herb Alpert. Despite their lack of pretension, they take their food seriously, with a thoughtful food menu including housemade sausages, a delicious porchetta sandwich and a handful of vegan options, including a hearty tofu hoagie. There are also burgers, one of which is a mac and cheese burger. The burger is large and medium rare, and topped with a layer of mac and cheese that’s been grilled until it achieves a lightly browned crust. Yes, it probably makes an ideal meal for soaking up 3-7 beers and one of the bar’s boozy slushies, but I can attest that it’s also deliciously satisfying stone cold sober. Like those \u003ca href=\"https://vimeo.com/17705882\" target=\"_blank\">annoying Vegas commercials\u003c/a> declare, it’s just the right amount of wrong.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://telegraphoakland.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Telegraph\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n2318 Telegraph Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/KHfLbyanL212\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94612\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 444-8353\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon, 4pm-12am; Tue-Thur, 3pm-12am; Fri-Sat, 11am-2am; Sun, 11-12am.\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/TelegraphOAK/\" target=\"_blank\">Telegraph\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/telegraphoak?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\">@TelegraphOAK\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/telegraphoakland/\" target=\"_blank\">@telegraphoakland\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ (Entrees $11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114849\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1679.jpg\" alt=\"Orzo mac and cheese and Berkeley's FIVE.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-114849\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1679.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1679-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1679-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1679-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1679-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1679-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1679-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1679-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1679-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_1679-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Orzo mac and cheese and Berkeley's FIVE. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>A good chunk of new restaurants in the Bay Area seem to subscribe to the same Pinterest interior design board. They emphasize subtlety, paint their walls white, get some vintage wood furniture from the Alameda Flea Market, and maybe accent with some mid-century modern pieces. Down with ostentatiousness, up with succulents. Berkeley’s \u003cstrong>FIVE\u003c/strong>, attached to the Hotel Shattuck Plaza ignores these unspoken rules. The space is unapologetically fancy, with high ceilings, intricate wallpaper, and elegant columns. Instead of Edison bulbs, there’s a chandelier. The bathroom smells strongly of vanilla frosting. FIVE is an ideal venue for a parent to get lunch with their hungover Cal student, quizzing them over a glass of wine about why they need to take an \u003ca href=\"http://decal.berkeley.edu/courses/160\" target=\"_blank\">entire class on Radiohead.\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Unlike every other mac and cheese I tried, FIVE’s version doesn’t use macaroni noodles. Instead, they use orzo, so when the dish comes out, piping hot in a mini cast iron pan, it’s creamier than a traditional version, where the pasta absorbs much of the cheese sauce. It’s similar to a savory rice pudding, and has the potential to be too much--too much cream, too much cheese--but thanks to touches like their choice of cheese (smoked gouda), a tart tomato jam, and a sprinkle of chives, it’s complex and tasty enough to make you want to keep eating.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cp>The Chinese New Year will be celebrated on Saturday, January 28. San Francisco already started the festivities this past weekend with a \u003ca href=\"http://www.chineseparade.com/parade_events.asp?pEvent=mini_parade\" target=\"_blank\">mini procession and ribbon cutting\u003c/a> ceremony in Chinatown that will culminate in the \u003ca href=\"http://www.chineseparade.com/\" target=\"_blank\">big parade\u003c/a> on Saturday, February 11.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Now is the time to get in the mood by dining at some of the popular and classic Chinese restaurants in San Francisco and the East Bay.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The astrological year technically starts Feb. 3 and it is the \u003ca href=\"http://www.chinesefortunecalendar.com/2017ChineseHoroscope.htm\" target=\"_blank\">Year of the Rooster\u003c/a>. 2017 is a Female Fire Rooster year -- since each year is also associated with an element and gender -- so you may hear it referred to as the year of the Red Fire Chicken. If you are interested in Chinese astrology and want to find out your horoscope for this year check out the \u003ca href=\"http://www.chinesefortunecalendar.com/YourSign.htm\" target=\"_blank\">Chinese Fortune Calendar\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Here are ten Chinese restaurants, some with special holiday menus, to get you started. You can also check out \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/12/01/bay-area-bites-guide-to-11-favorite-dim-sum-spots/\" target=\"_blank\">our guide to popular dim sum spots\u003c/a>. Add your own favorites in the comments.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114687\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_5032-1920.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114687\" src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_5032-1920.jpg\" alt=\"Salt and pepper squid with soy-chile sauce. \" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_5032-1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_5032-1920-160x107.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_5032-1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_5032-1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_5032-1920-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_5032-1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_5032-1920-960x640.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_5032-1920-240x160.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_5032-1920-375x250.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_5032-1920-520x347.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Salt and pepper squid with soy-chile sauce at Mister Jiu's. \u003ccite>((Kim Westerman))\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://misterjius.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Mister Jiu's\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> (Chinatown): \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/04/13/first-bite-long-anticipated-mr-jius-opens-in-san-franciscos-chinatown/\" target=\"_blank\">We've written about the much-anticipated opening before\u003c/a>, but almost a year later the modern Cantonese spot continues to live up to its rep. The restaurant takes traditional dishes and adds Northern California touches. That means the menu changes with the season, but you can count on starters (like the delicious pork buns), soups, hand-pulled noodles, and dumplings. The tea-smoked Liberty Farm duck is a signature, as is the roasted quail. Get them when you can. Mister Jiu's is having a \u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/chinese-new-year-at-mister-jius-tickets-31145817980\" target=\"_blank\">Lunar New Year benefit dinner\u003c/a> on January 30.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.zandyrestaurant.com/en/index.html\" target=\"_blank\">Z&Y Restaurant\u003c/a> \u003c/strong>(Chinatown): There's a reason this Szechuan restaurant is a favorite of critics, Chinese restaurateur legend Cecilia Chiang, and President Obama. Chef Li Jun Han learned his trade in Beijing and has fine-tuned his spicy version over the years, while serving Chinese presidents along with American ones. (Han also owns \u003ca href=\"http://www.chilihousesf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Chili House\u003c/a> in the Inner Richmond, if you're looking for something less well-known but just as good.) There's over 100 items on the menu and you'll want to try them all, but start with the couple's delight, the chicken with explosive chili pepper, and the cold bitter melon.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114690\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 604px\">\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/1910624_47688298681_4189_n.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114690\" src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/1910624_47688298681_4189_n.jpg\" alt=\"R&G's signature salt and pepper crab.\" width=\"604\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/1910624_47688298681_4189_n.jpg 604w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/1910624_47688298681_4189_n-160x122.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/1910624_47688298681_4189_n-240x183.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/1910624_47688298681_4189_n-375x286.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/1910624_47688298681_4189_n-520x397.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 604px) 100vw, 604px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">R&G's signature salt and pepper crab. \u003ccite>(Courtesy of R & G Lounge)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://rnglounge.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>R&G Lounge\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> (Chinatown): There are three levels at this 20-year-old Cantonese restaurant, so you've got options. Downstairs is more of a old-school Chinese-American busy lounge feel, while upstairs is a buffet. The specialty here is the seafood, namely the signature live salt and pepper crab -- a deep-fried seasoned version of local crab. But you'll also want to try the walnut and prawns, black cod, and the West Lake minced beef soup. And it wouldn't be a lounge without lychee martinis. R&G is only doing a specific Chinese New Year's menu for banquets -- in case you want to plan a special event.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://hakkasan.com/locations/hakkasan-san-francisco/\" target=\"_blank\">Hakkasan\u003c/a> \u003c/strong>(Downtown): On the second floor of the One Kearny building, the San Francisco outpost of the international chain, Hakkasan is massive and usually filled with guests. Along with lunch and dinner, they have brunch on Saturdays and an extensive list of tea and cocktails. The New Year's menu includes traditional items, like the Chinese prosperity salad prepared at the table, and specialties, like the roast chicken, jellyfish, and mooli, or try the braised abalone, wok-fried tiger prawns, and shiitake mushrooms. At $128/person, the holiday menu is available until Feb. 11.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114688\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1024px\">\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114688\" src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o.jpg\" alt=\"A table spread at M.Y. China\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o.jpg 1024w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-160x160.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-800x800.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-768x768.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-1020x1020.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-960x960.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-240x240.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-375x375.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-520x520.jpg 520w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-32x32.jpg 32w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-50x50.jpg 50w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-64x64.jpg 64w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-96x96.jpg 96w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-128x128.jpg 128w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A table spread at M.Y. China \u003ccite>(Courtesy of M.Y. China)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.tastemychina.com/san-francisco/home/275\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>M.Y. China\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> (Downtown): Yes, it's in the Westfield shopping center, but once inside there's James Beard award-winning celebrity chef Martin Yan. (It's also co-owned by the owners of the highly popular \u003ca href=\"http://koipalace.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Koi Palace\u003c/a>.) The open kitchen adds an element of showmanship, so you can watch the noodles being hand-pulled and the giant woks being lit. You'll definitely want to eat some noodles watching the masters at work: noodle soup, the Hong Kong-style crispy noodles or the wild boar scissor-cut noodles. There's also a full menu of dim sum, sides, roast chicken, and Dungeness crab (a specialty.) M.Y. China has a \u003ca href=\"http://www.tastemychina.com/sites/default/files/menus/myc_menu_cny2017.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">special New Year's menu\u003c/a> from January 28- February 11.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Check out the M.Y. China episode of KQED's video series \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/food/2016/10/05/taste-this-east-meets-west-noodle-pulling-and-cocktails/\" target=\"_blank\">Taste This\u003c/a>!\u003cbr>\nhttps://youtu.be/UuyD6rah0oM\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.eosanfrancisco.com/\" target=\"_blank\">E&O Kitchen and Bar\u003c/a>\u003c/strong> (Downtown): Just outside the Dragon's Gate, E&O is known for its modern take on traditional foods. From Feb. 5 through Feb. 20, the restaurant will also be offering its take on the Chinese New Year with a special menu that includes long life noodles, whole crispy fish, and specialty cocktails. They'll also have a new dish of Dungeness crab and chicken siu mai dumplings with black vinegar soy. And everyone gets red envelopes with prizes inside.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.santungsf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>San Tung and San Tung II\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> (Inner Sunset): At San Tung, it's all about the spicy dry-fried chicken wings. Butthey also have other tasty items too. Try the black bean sauce noodles and garlic green beans. This place isn't exactly high-end, but it is popular. There are no reservations and the wait can get long. On the plus side, if you get tired of waiting, San Tung II is right next door. And if that's full too, take your food over to-go and head to the park. San Tung will serve its regular menu during the holiday.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114691\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1000px\">\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_4237.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114691\" src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_4237.jpg\" alt=\"Spices III's stinky Ma-Po tofu and pork.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"561\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_4237.jpg 1000w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_4237-160x90.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_4237-800x449.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_4237-768x431.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_4237-960x539.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_4237-240x135.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_4237-375x210.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_4237-520x292.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Spices III's stinky Ma-Po tofu and pork. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/spices-3-oakland\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Spices III\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> (Oakland Chinatown): It may not come as a surprise that a place called \"Spices\" is known for its spicy Szechuan food. Items are rated by levels of spiciness, meaning the famous “Gangsta” casserole “Murder Style” gets triple peppers on the scale. Try the eggplant in garlic sauce, dumplings in chili oil, and the Szechuan fish with beans and tofu. If you really want to wipe out your taste buds, there are extreme stinky options for that too. Cash only. Nothing fancy for the new year.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://sd.222.to/index.php\" target=\"_blank\">Shandong\u003c/a> \u003c/strong>(Oakland Chinatown): The region (and its cuisine) may not be as well-known internationally, but the coastal province Shandong is part of the historic culinary traditions of China. And the Shandong Restaurant in Oakland serves up some of its most famous dishes: Shandong beef and handmade Shandong dumplings with pork and vegetables. Or try the wonton noodle soup with spicy sesame paste noodles -- pay $1 extra for the hand-pulled noodles. There is also a range of vegetarian options and complimentary tea.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114692\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1000px\">\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/roasted-duck.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114692\" src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/roasted-duck.jpg\" alt=\"Roasted duck at Gum Kao.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"561\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/roasted-duck.jpg 1000w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/roasted-duck-160x90.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/roasted-duck-800x449.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/roasted-duck-768x431.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/roasted-duck-960x539.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/roasted-duck-240x135.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/roasted-duck-375x210.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/roasted-duck-520x292.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Roasted duck at Gum Kao. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.gumkuorestaurant.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Gum Kuo\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> (Oakland Chinatown): In the Pacific Renaissance Plaza mall, Gum Kuo serves up what's known as some of the best congee in Chinatown. Order interesting combinations like pork liver and pork blood porridge. Don't ignore the BBQ, though, which you can smell from far away and order over-the-counter. Try the char siu (BBQ pork) or the roast pork with crackly skin. It might be a bit bustling and confusing -- and it won't be fancy -- but it will be tasty. Gum Kuo now has a second location in Dublin. A special Chinese New Year's menu will be available for the next week.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Check out more \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/tag/chinese-food/\" target=\"_blank\">Chinese Food coverage from Bay Area Bites\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>The Chinese New Year will be celebrated on Saturday, January 28. San Francisco already started the festivities this past weekend with a \u003ca href=\"http://www.chineseparade.com/parade_events.asp?pEvent=mini_parade\" target=\"_blank\">mini procession and ribbon cutting\u003c/a> ceremony in Chinatown that will culminate in the \u003ca href=\"http://www.chineseparade.com/\" target=\"_blank\">big parade\u003c/a> on Saturday, February 11.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Now is the time to get in the mood by dining at some of the popular and classic Chinese restaurants in San Francisco and the East Bay.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The astrological year technically starts Feb. 3 and it is the \u003ca href=\"http://www.chinesefortunecalendar.com/2017ChineseHoroscope.htm\" target=\"_blank\">Year of the Rooster\u003c/a>. 2017 is a Female Fire Rooster year -- since each year is also associated with an element and gender -- so you may hear it referred to as the year of the Red Fire Chicken. If you are interested in Chinese astrology and want to find out your horoscope for this year check out the \u003ca href=\"http://www.chinesefortunecalendar.com/YourSign.htm\" target=\"_blank\">Chinese Fortune Calendar\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Here are ten Chinese restaurants, some with special holiday menus, to get you started. You can also check out \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/12/01/bay-area-bites-guide-to-11-favorite-dim-sum-spots/\" target=\"_blank\">our guide to popular dim sum spots\u003c/a>. Add your own favorites in the comments.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114687\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_5032-1920.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114687\" src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_5032-1920.jpg\" alt=\"Salt and pepper squid with soy-chile sauce. \" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_5032-1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_5032-1920-160x107.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_5032-1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_5032-1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_5032-1920-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_5032-1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_5032-1920-960x640.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_5032-1920-240x160.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_5032-1920-375x250.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_5032-1920-520x347.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Salt and pepper squid with soy-chile sauce at Mister Jiu's. \u003ccite>((Kim Westerman))\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://misterjius.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Mister Jiu's\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> (Chinatown): \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/04/13/first-bite-long-anticipated-mr-jius-opens-in-san-franciscos-chinatown/\" target=\"_blank\">We've written about the much-anticipated opening before\u003c/a>, but almost a year later the modern Cantonese spot continues to live up to its rep. The restaurant takes traditional dishes and adds Northern California touches. That means the menu changes with the season, but you can count on starters (like the delicious pork buns), soups, hand-pulled noodles, and dumplings. The tea-smoked Liberty Farm duck is a signature, as is the roasted quail. Get them when you can. Mister Jiu's is having a \u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/chinese-new-year-at-mister-jius-tickets-31145817980\" target=\"_blank\">Lunar New Year benefit dinner\u003c/a> on January 30.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.zandyrestaurant.com/en/index.html\" target=\"_blank\">Z&Y Restaurant\u003c/a> \u003c/strong>(Chinatown): There's a reason this Szechuan restaurant is a favorite of critics, Chinese restaurateur legend Cecilia Chiang, and President Obama. Chef Li Jun Han learned his trade in Beijing and has fine-tuned his spicy version over the years, while serving Chinese presidents along with American ones. (Han also owns \u003ca href=\"http://www.chilihousesf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Chili House\u003c/a> in the Inner Richmond, if you're looking for something less well-known but just as good.) There's over 100 items on the menu and you'll want to try them all, but start with the couple's delight, the chicken with explosive chili pepper, and the cold bitter melon.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114690\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 604px\">\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/1910624_47688298681_4189_n.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114690\" src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/1910624_47688298681_4189_n.jpg\" alt=\"R&G's signature salt and pepper crab.\" width=\"604\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/1910624_47688298681_4189_n.jpg 604w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/1910624_47688298681_4189_n-160x122.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/1910624_47688298681_4189_n-240x183.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/1910624_47688298681_4189_n-375x286.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/1910624_47688298681_4189_n-520x397.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 604px) 100vw, 604px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">R&G's signature salt and pepper crab. \u003ccite>(Courtesy of R & G Lounge)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://rnglounge.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>R&G Lounge\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> (Chinatown): There are three levels at this 20-year-old Cantonese restaurant, so you've got options. Downstairs is more of a old-school Chinese-American busy lounge feel, while upstairs is a buffet. The specialty here is the seafood, namely the signature live salt and pepper crab -- a deep-fried seasoned version of local crab. But you'll also want to try the walnut and prawns, black cod, and the West Lake minced beef soup. And it wouldn't be a lounge without lychee martinis. R&G is only doing a specific Chinese New Year's menu for banquets -- in case you want to plan a special event.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://hakkasan.com/locations/hakkasan-san-francisco/\" target=\"_blank\">Hakkasan\u003c/a> \u003c/strong>(Downtown): On the second floor of the One Kearny building, the San Francisco outpost of the international chain, Hakkasan is massive and usually filled with guests. Along with lunch and dinner, they have brunch on Saturdays and an extensive list of tea and cocktails. The New Year's menu includes traditional items, like the Chinese prosperity salad prepared at the table, and specialties, like the roast chicken, jellyfish, and mooli, or try the braised abalone, wok-fried tiger prawns, and shiitake mushrooms. At $128/person, the holiday menu is available until Feb. 11.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114688\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1024px\">\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114688\" src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o.jpg\" alt=\"A table spread at M.Y. China\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o.jpg 1024w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-160x160.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-800x800.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-768x768.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-1020x1020.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-960x960.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-240x240.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-375x375.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-520x520.jpg 520w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-32x32.jpg 32w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-50x50.jpg 50w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-64x64.jpg 64w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-96x96.jpg 96w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-128x128.jpg 128w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/14876539_1294736353890585_740418627505133201_o-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A table spread at M.Y. China \u003ccite>(Courtesy of M.Y. China)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.tastemychina.com/san-francisco/home/275\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>M.Y. China\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> (Downtown): Yes, it's in the Westfield shopping center, but once inside there's James Beard award-winning celebrity chef Martin Yan. (It's also co-owned by the owners of the highly popular \u003ca href=\"http://koipalace.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Koi Palace\u003c/a>.) The open kitchen adds an element of showmanship, so you can watch the noodles being hand-pulled and the giant woks being lit. You'll definitely want to eat some noodles watching the masters at work: noodle soup, the Hong Kong-style crispy noodles or the wild boar scissor-cut noodles. There's also a full menu of dim sum, sides, roast chicken, and Dungeness crab (a specialty.) M.Y. China has a \u003ca href=\"http://www.tastemychina.com/sites/default/files/menus/myc_menu_cny2017.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">special New Year's menu\u003c/a> from January 28- February 11.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Check out the M.Y. China episode of KQED's video series \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/food/2016/10/05/taste-this-east-meets-west-noodle-pulling-and-cocktails/\" target=\"_blank\">Taste This\u003c/a>!\u003cbr>\u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cspan class='utils-parseShortcode-shortcodes-__youtubeShortcode__embedYoutube'>\n \u003cspan class='utils-parseShortcode-shortcodes-__youtubeShortcode__embedYoutubeInside'>\n \u003ciframe\n loading='lazy'\n class='utils-parseShortcode-shortcodes-__youtubeShortcode__youtubePlayer'\n type='text/html'\n src='//www.youtube.com/embed/UuyD6rah0oM'\n title='//www.youtube.com/embed/UuyD6rah0oM'\n allowfullscreen='true'\n style='border:0;'>\u003c/iframe>\n \u003c/span>\n \u003c/span>\u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.eosanfrancisco.com/\" target=\"_blank\">E&O Kitchen and Bar\u003c/a>\u003c/strong> (Downtown): Just outside the Dragon's Gate, E&O is known for its modern take on traditional foods. From Feb. 5 through Feb. 20, the restaurant will also be offering its take on the Chinese New Year with a special menu that includes long life noodles, whole crispy fish, and specialty cocktails. They'll also have a new dish of Dungeness crab and chicken siu mai dumplings with black vinegar soy. And everyone gets red envelopes with prizes inside.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.santungsf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>San Tung and San Tung II\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> (Inner Sunset): At San Tung, it's all about the spicy dry-fried chicken wings. Butthey also have other tasty items too. Try the black bean sauce noodles and garlic green beans. This place isn't exactly high-end, but it is popular. There are no reservations and the wait can get long. On the plus side, if you get tired of waiting, San Tung II is right next door. And if that's full too, take your food over to-go and head to the park. San Tung will serve its regular menu during the holiday.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114691\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1000px\">\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_4237.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114691\" src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_4237.jpg\" alt=\"Spices III's stinky Ma-Po tofu and pork.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"561\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_4237.jpg 1000w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_4237-160x90.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_4237-800x449.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_4237-768x431.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_4237-960x539.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_4237-240x135.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_4237-375x210.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/IMG_4237-520x292.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Spices III's stinky Ma-Po tofu and pork. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/spices-3-oakland\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Spices III\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> (Oakland Chinatown): It may not come as a surprise that a place called \"Spices\" is known for its spicy Szechuan food. Items are rated by levels of spiciness, meaning the famous “Gangsta” casserole “Murder Style” gets triple peppers on the scale. Try the eggplant in garlic sauce, dumplings in chili oil, and the Szechuan fish with beans and tofu. If you really want to wipe out your taste buds, there are extreme stinky options for that too. Cash only. Nothing fancy for the new year.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://sd.222.to/index.php\" target=\"_blank\">Shandong\u003c/a> \u003c/strong>(Oakland Chinatown): The region (and its cuisine) may not be as well-known internationally, but the coastal province Shandong is part of the historic culinary traditions of China. And the Shandong Restaurant in Oakland serves up some of its most famous dishes: Shandong beef and handmade Shandong dumplings with pork and vegetables. Or try the wonton noodle soup with spicy sesame paste noodles -- pay $1 extra for the hand-pulled noodles. There is also a range of vegetarian options and complimentary tea.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114692\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1000px\">\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/roasted-duck.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114692\" src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/roasted-duck.jpg\" alt=\"Roasted duck at Gum Kao.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"561\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/roasted-duck.jpg 1000w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/roasted-duck-160x90.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/roasted-duck-800x449.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/roasted-duck-768x431.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/roasted-duck-960x539.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/roasted-duck-240x135.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/roasted-duck-375x210.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2017/01/roasted-duck-520x292.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Roasted duck at Gum Kao. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.gumkuorestaurant.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Gum Kuo\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> (Oakland Chinatown): In the Pacific Renaissance Plaza mall, Gum Kuo serves up what's known as some of the best congee in Chinatown. Order interesting combinations like pork liver and pork blood porridge. Don't ignore the BBQ, though, which you can smell from far away and order over-the-counter. Try the char siu (BBQ pork) or the roast pork with crackly skin. It might be a bit bustling and confusing -- and it won't be fancy -- but it will be tasty. Gum Kuo now has a second location in Dublin. A special Chinese New Year's menu will be available for the next week.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cp>\u003cem>This article was updated April 2, 2019.\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>There's not necessarily a ton of new ground to cover in the ongoing and comprehensive best burrito debate. It's been vigorously discussed by both respected publications and drunk college kids for years.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>But if you're not sure where to start in the Great Bay Area Burrito conversation or you just want a primer, here are 13 places that should keep you full and whet your appetite for more. If we missed your favorite burrito share it in the comments.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114122\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/6793403008_512485bfa5_o.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114122\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/6793403008_512485bfa5_o.jpg\" alt=\"La Taqueria\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1281\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/6793403008_512485bfa5_o.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/6793403008_512485bfa5_o-160x107.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/6793403008_512485bfa5_o-800x534.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/6793403008_512485bfa5_o-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/6793403008_512485bfa5_o-1020x681.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/6793403008_512485bfa5_o-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/6793403008_512485bfa5_o-960x641.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/6793403008_512485bfa5_o-240x160.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/6793403008_512485bfa5_o-375x250.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/6793403008_512485bfa5_o-520x347.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">La Taqueria \u003ccite>(Wally Gobetz/Flickr)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>San Francisco\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/la-taqueria-san-francisco-2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">La Taqueria\u003c/a> (Mission): No, it's not exactly under-the-radar. It even won FiveThirtyEight's \u003ca href=\"http://fivethirtyeight.com/features/americas-best-burrito/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\"best burrito in America\"\u003c/a> title after an extensive bracket and contest, but there's a reason for that. La Taq is the grandaddy of the Mission-style burrito. Stand in line, bring cash, and enjoy your carne asada (though there are also vocal advocates of the carnitas).\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/el-farolito-san-francisco-2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">El Farolito\u003c/a> (Mission): It's likely you already have an opinion in the best of the Mission burritos debate — maybe you're a fan of Pancho Villa or Cancun or Guadalajara — but it's hard to ignore the two biggest players in the game and one of those is El Farolito. It may be a favorite of 1 a.m. drunks, but even sober the meat is juicy, the toppings plentiful, and the salsa fresh. Here it's all about the al pastor.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.papalote-sf.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Papalote Mexican Grill\u003c/a> (Mission and Western Addition): The original Papalote was so popular — particularly after an appearance on \u003cem>Throwdown with Bobby Flay —\u003c/em> that it expanded to the Western Addition. At both locations it's all about the salsa. Slather some on top of your Triple Threat Burrito — marinated chicken, prawns, and carne asada — and you'll have a quintessential San Franciscan meal.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.hrdcorp.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HRD Coffee Shop\u003c/a> (SoMA): It's not exactly a traditional burrito with its Korean mash-up, but it is a popular one. The specialty is the smothered burritos with shrimp katsu, but the crowd favorite is the kimchee burrito with spicy pork or bulgogi beef.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114124\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 960px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114124\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n.jpg\" alt=\"Taqueria San Jose\" width=\"960\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n-160x160.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n-800x800.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n-768x768.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n-240x240.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n-375x375.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n-520x520.jpg 520w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n-32x32.jpg 32w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n-50x50.jpg 50w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n-64x64.jpg 64w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n-96x96.jpg 96w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n-128x128.jpg 128w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Taqueria San Jose \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Taqueria San Jose)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>North Bay\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://sonomatacoshop.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sonoma Taco Shop\u003c/a> (San Rafael): Sonoma may not be as well known as some of the other local favorites, but among its fans, it's known for the fresh ingredients. The popular Santa Rosa location closed earlier this year, but if you're in the North Bay then you want to stop at the San Rafael taqueria for a California-infused Mexican meal. It's won awards for its fresh and healthy ingredients.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/taqueria-san-jose-san-rafael\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Taqueria San Jose\u003c/a> (San Rafael): If you're a vegetarian, this isn't necessarily the place for you. Tucked under the freeway, San Jose is really about the meat, and lots of it — though you won't want to skip the salsa bar either. Among locals ,it's a favorite, especially with the nearby high school students.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://grillys.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Grilly's\u003c/a> (Mill Valley and Fairfax): A distinctly Marin take on Mexican, Grilly's has its devotees. Fresh fish tacos and huge chicken taco salads (along with agua fresca) may be what it's best known for, but the sauteed shrimp burrito with mango salsa isn't bad either. Think of this less as a late-night taqueria and more as a family-oriented community restaurant.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>More North Bay options:\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/bayareabites/123808/guide-15-best-burritos-in-sonoma-county\">15 Best Burritos in Sonoma County\u003c/a>\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114125\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1011px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13391526_10154331029689828_299871927051522629_o.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114125\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13391526_10154331029689828_299871927051522629_o.jpg\" alt=\"Picante's burrito platter\" width=\"1011\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13391526_10154331029689828_299871927051522629_o.jpg 1011w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13391526_10154331029689828_299871927051522629_o-160x107.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13391526_10154331029689828_299871927051522629_o-800x534.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13391526_10154331029689828_299871927051522629_o-768x513.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13391526_10154331029689828_299871927051522629_o-960x641.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13391526_10154331029689828_299871927051522629_o-240x160.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13391526_10154331029689828_299871927051522629_o-375x250.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13391526_10154331029689828_299871927051522629_o-520x347.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1011px) 100vw, 1011px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Picante's burrito platter \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Picante)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>East Bay\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://gordotaqueria.co/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gordo Taqueria\u003c/a> (San Francisco, Albany, Berkeley): With three locations in the city and three in the East Bay, Gordo's has a steady customer base and a healthy reputation for churning out top-end Mexican food. Start at the Albany shop. The burritos are big, the flavors are fresh, and add hot sauce.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.picanteberkeley.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Picante\u003c/a> (Berkeley): The idea with the primarily organic food at Picante is that there's something from every part of Mexico. And it's all made fresh daily, down to the corn tortillas — which you can watch being cooked and grab hot. The vegetarian menu is also extensive. Sit outside on the patio with your burrito and a 100% agave tequila margarita.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/3-hermanas-mexican-home-cooking-richmond\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">3 Hermanas Mexican Home Cooking\u003c/a> (Richmond): A sit-down restaurant in Richmond, 3 Hermanas is run by three women who cook up the food as you order. It may not be as trendy as taquerias on the other side of the water, but if you want authentic burritos try the desebrada (shredded beef).\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114130\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 904px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13627062_1330281870334330_5154635859951936694_n.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114130\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13627062_1330281870334330_5154635859951936694_n.jpg\" alt=\"Iguana's\" width=\"904\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13627062_1330281870334330_5154635859951936694_n.jpg 904w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13627062_1330281870334330_5154635859951936694_n-160x170.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13627062_1330281870334330_5154635859951936694_n-800x850.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13627062_1330281870334330_5154635859951936694_n-768x816.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13627062_1330281870334330_5154635859951936694_n-240x255.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13627062_1330281870334330_5154635859951936694_n-375x398.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13627062_1330281870334330_5154635859951936694_n-520x552.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 904px) 100vw, 904px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Iguana's \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Iguana's)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cul>More East Bay options:\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/06/18/bay-area-bites-guide-to-10-favorite-east-bay-burrito-spots/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bay Area Bites Guide to 10 Favorite East Bay Burrito Spots\u003c/a>\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/07/07/bay-area-bites-guide-to-5-favorite-breakfast-burritos-in-oakland-emeryville-and-berkeley/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bay Area Bites Guide to 5 Favorite Breakfast Burritos in Oakland, Emeryville and Berkeley\u003c/a>\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>South Bay\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://burritozilla.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Iguana's\u003c/a> (San Jose): Home to the famous \"burritozilla,\" Iguana's was featured on Travel Channel's \u003cem>Man v. Food\u003c/em> for its five-pound monster burrito. Can you take it down? Or, if you'd rather a more reasonable sized meal, the family recipe al pastor keeps people coming back for many smaller bites.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.diadepesca.net/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dia di Pesca\u003c/a> (San Jose): It's right there in the name: this place does seafood right. The specialty is fish tacos, but it didn't expand from a food stand to a brick-and-mortar restaurant on the basis of one dish. The burritos are also delicious, with local and sustainably-sourced ingredients inside — including sliced cucumbers and grilled peppers.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.itslabamba.com/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Taqueria La Bamba\u003c/a> (Mountain View): Since the 1980s, La Bamba has been a South Bay staple. At one point it had three locations, but was forced to move from its original spot and consolidate. 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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>\u003cem>This article was updated April 2, 2019.\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>There's not necessarily a ton of new ground to cover in the ongoing and comprehensive best burrito debate. It's been vigorously discussed by both respected publications and drunk college kids for years.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>But if you're not sure where to start in the Great Bay Area Burrito conversation or you just want a primer, here are 13 places that should keep you full and whet your appetite for more. If we missed your favorite burrito share it in the comments.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114122\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/6793403008_512485bfa5_o.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114122\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/6793403008_512485bfa5_o.jpg\" alt=\"La Taqueria\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1281\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/6793403008_512485bfa5_o.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/6793403008_512485bfa5_o-160x107.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/6793403008_512485bfa5_o-800x534.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/6793403008_512485bfa5_o-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/6793403008_512485bfa5_o-1020x681.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/6793403008_512485bfa5_o-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/6793403008_512485bfa5_o-960x641.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/6793403008_512485bfa5_o-240x160.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/6793403008_512485bfa5_o-375x250.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/6793403008_512485bfa5_o-520x347.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">La Taqueria \u003ccite>(Wally Gobetz/Flickr)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>San Francisco\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/la-taqueria-san-francisco-2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">La Taqueria\u003c/a> (Mission): No, it's not exactly under-the-radar. It even won FiveThirtyEight's \u003ca href=\"http://fivethirtyeight.com/features/americas-best-burrito/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\"best burrito in America\"\u003c/a> title after an extensive bracket and contest, but there's a reason for that. La Taq is the grandaddy of the Mission-style burrito. Stand in line, bring cash, and enjoy your carne asada (though there are also vocal advocates of the carnitas).\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/el-farolito-san-francisco-2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">El Farolito\u003c/a> (Mission): It's likely you already have an opinion in the best of the Mission burritos debate — maybe you're a fan of Pancho Villa or Cancun or Guadalajara — but it's hard to ignore the two biggest players in the game and one of those is El Farolito. It may be a favorite of 1 a.m. drunks, but even sober the meat is juicy, the toppings plentiful, and the salsa fresh. Here it's all about the al pastor.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.papalote-sf.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Papalote Mexican Grill\u003c/a> (Mission and Western Addition): The original Papalote was so popular — particularly after an appearance on \u003cem>Throwdown with Bobby Flay —\u003c/em> that it expanded to the Western Addition. At both locations it's all about the salsa. Slather some on top of your Triple Threat Burrito — marinated chicken, prawns, and carne asada — and you'll have a quintessential San Franciscan meal.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.hrdcorp.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HRD Coffee Shop\u003c/a> (SoMA): It's not exactly a traditional burrito with its Korean mash-up, but it is a popular one. The specialty is the smothered burritos with shrimp katsu, but the crowd favorite is the kimchee burrito with spicy pork or bulgogi beef.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114124\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 960px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114124\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n.jpg\" alt=\"Taqueria San Jose\" width=\"960\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n-160x160.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n-800x800.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n-768x768.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n-240x240.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n-375x375.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n-520x520.jpg 520w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n-32x32.jpg 32w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n-50x50.jpg 50w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n-64x64.jpg 64w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n-96x96.jpg 96w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n-128x128.jpg 128w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/10250243_10152197000999543_5278399597273714664_n-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Taqueria San Jose \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Taqueria San Jose)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>North Bay\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://sonomatacoshop.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sonoma Taco Shop\u003c/a> (San Rafael): Sonoma may not be as well known as some of the other local favorites, but among its fans, it's known for the fresh ingredients. The popular Santa Rosa location closed earlier this year, but if you're in the North Bay then you want to stop at the San Rafael taqueria for a California-infused Mexican meal. It's won awards for its fresh and healthy ingredients.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/taqueria-san-jose-san-rafael\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Taqueria San Jose\u003c/a> (San Rafael): If you're a vegetarian, this isn't necessarily the place for you. Tucked under the freeway, San Jose is really about the meat, and lots of it — though you won't want to skip the salsa bar either. Among locals ,it's a favorite, especially with the nearby high school students.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://grillys.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Grilly's\u003c/a> (Mill Valley and Fairfax): A distinctly Marin take on Mexican, Grilly's has its devotees. Fresh fish tacos and huge chicken taco salads (along with agua fresca) may be what it's best known for, but the sauteed shrimp burrito with mango salsa isn't bad either. Think of this less as a late-night taqueria and more as a family-oriented community restaurant.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>More North Bay options:\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/bayareabites/123808/guide-15-best-burritos-in-sonoma-county\">15 Best Burritos in Sonoma County\u003c/a>\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114125\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1011px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13391526_10154331029689828_299871927051522629_o.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114125\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13391526_10154331029689828_299871927051522629_o.jpg\" alt=\"Picante's burrito platter\" width=\"1011\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13391526_10154331029689828_299871927051522629_o.jpg 1011w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13391526_10154331029689828_299871927051522629_o-160x107.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13391526_10154331029689828_299871927051522629_o-800x534.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13391526_10154331029689828_299871927051522629_o-768x513.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13391526_10154331029689828_299871927051522629_o-960x641.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13391526_10154331029689828_299871927051522629_o-240x160.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13391526_10154331029689828_299871927051522629_o-375x250.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13391526_10154331029689828_299871927051522629_o-520x347.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1011px) 100vw, 1011px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Picante's burrito platter \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Picante)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>East Bay\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://gordotaqueria.co/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gordo Taqueria\u003c/a> (San Francisco, Albany, Berkeley): With three locations in the city and three in the East Bay, Gordo's has a steady customer base and a healthy reputation for churning out top-end Mexican food. Start at the Albany shop. The burritos are big, the flavors are fresh, and add hot sauce.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.picanteberkeley.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Picante\u003c/a> (Berkeley): The idea with the primarily organic food at Picante is that there's something from every part of Mexico. And it's all made fresh daily, down to the corn tortillas — which you can watch being cooked and grab hot. The vegetarian menu is also extensive. Sit outside on the patio with your burrito and a 100% agave tequila margarita.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/3-hermanas-mexican-home-cooking-richmond\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">3 Hermanas Mexican Home Cooking\u003c/a> (Richmond): A sit-down restaurant in Richmond, 3 Hermanas is run by three women who cook up the food as you order. It may not be as trendy as taquerias on the other side of the water, but if you want authentic burritos try the desebrada (shredded beef).\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114130\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 904px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13627062_1330281870334330_5154635859951936694_n.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114130\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13627062_1330281870334330_5154635859951936694_n.jpg\" alt=\"Iguana's\" width=\"904\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13627062_1330281870334330_5154635859951936694_n.jpg 904w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13627062_1330281870334330_5154635859951936694_n-160x170.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13627062_1330281870334330_5154635859951936694_n-800x850.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13627062_1330281870334330_5154635859951936694_n-768x816.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13627062_1330281870334330_5154635859951936694_n-240x255.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13627062_1330281870334330_5154635859951936694_n-375x398.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/13627062_1330281870334330_5154635859951936694_n-520x552.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 904px) 100vw, 904px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Iguana's \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Iguana's)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cul>More East Bay options:\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/06/18/bay-area-bites-guide-to-10-favorite-east-bay-burrito-spots/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bay Area Bites Guide to 10 Favorite East Bay Burrito Spots\u003c/a>\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/07/07/bay-area-bites-guide-to-5-favorite-breakfast-burritos-in-oakland-emeryville-and-berkeley/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bay Area Bites Guide to 5 Favorite Breakfast Burritos in Oakland, Emeryville and Berkeley\u003c/a>\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>South Bay\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://burritozilla.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Iguana's\u003c/a> (San Jose): Home to the famous \"burritozilla,\" Iguana's was featured on Travel Channel's \u003cem>Man v. Food\u003c/em> for its five-pound monster burrito. Can you take it down? Or, if you'd rather a more reasonable sized meal, the family recipe al pastor keeps people coming back for many smaller bites.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.diadepesca.net/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dia di Pesca\u003c/a> (San Jose): It's right there in the name: this place does seafood right. The specialty is fish tacos, but it didn't expand from a food stand to a brick-and-mortar restaurant on the basis of one dish. The burritos are also delicious, with local and sustainably-sourced ingredients inside — including sliced cucumbers and grilled peppers.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.itslabamba.com/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Taqueria La Bamba\u003c/a> (Mountain View): Since the 1980s, La Bamba has been a South Bay staple. At one point it had three locations, but was forced to move from its original spot and consolidate. The food, though, hasn't lost any of its luster. The restaurant offers both Mexican and Salvadoran food. You come for the fresh tortillas and salsa. You stay because you're too full to leave.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cul>More South Bay options:\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2014/09/22/bay-area-bites-guide-to-10-favorite-south-bay-mexican-restaurants/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bay Area Bites Guide to 9 Favorite South Bay Mexican Restaurants\u003c/a>\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cp>Among the many pleasures of the weekend perhaps none is more indulgent than brunch, where a menu of rich and hearty dishes is often served alongside a selection of boozy creations such as bottomless mimosas. South of San Francisco there is a mix of neighborhood establishments and small restaurants serving popular brunch specialties ranging from locally sourced gourmet dishes to homestyle comfort food.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[contextly_sidebar id=\"EQR3y12SAXLVLztAopVAlynupdZyOBmm\"]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Several of the listed restaurants have received multiple awards for being the neighborhood’s favorite brunch location. So the next time you are looking to find a new spot for Eggs Benedict and Bloody Marys, here are five popular restaurants to enjoy brunch South of San Francisco. If we missed your favorite, please be sure to share it in the comments.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Bill’s Cafe\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114003\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114003\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Bills-Blackstone-Benedict-e1483485513784.jpg\" alt=\"The Blackstone Benedict at Bill’s Cafe in San Jose.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Blackstone Benedict at Bill’s Cafe in San Jose. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>With a number of established locations around the South Bay Area, Bill’s Cafe is a popular location throughout the week for an extensive breakfast menu served all day long. The restaurant has repeatedly been recognized by local newspapers for the neighborhood's best breakfast. On the weekends, be prepared for a lengthy wait which is rewarded with quick service and a menu of delicious breakfast dishes. Those looking to enjoy a refreshing drink over brunch will enjoy Bill’s mimosas served in a large goblet garnished with fresh strawberries. Among a menu of savory breakfast specialties, the most popular dish at Bill’s is the delectable Bread Pudding French Toast, with thick slabs of bread pudding studded with walnuts and raisins, battered and served with caramelized banana slices in a sweet caramel sauce. Those who enjoy a classic Eggs Benedict will enjoy Bill’s Blackstone Benedict which adds grilled red onions and slices of creamy avocado.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114005\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114005\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Bills-Bread-Pudding-French-Toast-e1483487068992.jpg\" alt=\"The Bread Pudding French Toast with eggs and bacon.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1519\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Bread Pudding French Toast with eggs and bacon. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114004\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114004\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Bills-Bloody-Mary-e1483487860294.jpg\" alt=\"A Bloody Mary at Bill’s Cafe.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2667\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A Bloody Mary at Bill’s Cafe. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114006\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114006\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Bills-Cafe-Patio-e1483487886731.jpg\" alt=\"Outside Bill’s Cafe in San Jose.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Outside Bill’s Cafe in San Jose. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.billscafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cstrong>Bill’s Cafe\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nMultiple locations [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/8jnN2w\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\n1115 Willow St.\u003cbr>\nSan Jose, CA 95125\u003cbr>\nPh: (408) 294-1125\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sun 7am-3pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Bills-Cafe-78456910378/?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bill’s Cafe\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Village California Bistro and Wine Bar\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114020\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114020\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Village-Bistro-Bruschetta-e1483487838737.jpg\" alt=\"The Egg Bruschetta at Village California Bistro and Wine Bar.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Egg Bruschetta at Village California Bistro and Wine Bar. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>This restaurant with ample patio seating and a menu of California cuisine is a wildly popular destination for weekend brunch on Santana Row in San Jose. Popular dishes on the brunch menu include an Egg Bruschetta served over grilled bread and topped with juicy cherry tomatoes drizzled in sweet balsamic vinegar; Brioche French Toast topped with a fruit compote and Tahitian vanilla whipped cream; and a croissant breakfast sandwich with bacon, eggs, avocado and smoked mozzarella. Those who enjoy south-of-the-border-style breakfast dishes will love the 'Divorced' Eggs with housemade chorizo, fresh eggs, and a medley of squash simmered in a duo of roasted tomato and tomatillo sauces. Completing the brunch experience, Village California Bistro serves a build-your-own Bloody Mary bar with a selection of gourmet ingredients and craft spirits.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114021\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114021\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Village-Bistro-Divorciados-e1483488416737.jpg\" alt=\"The 'Divorced' Eggs at Village California Bistro and Wine Bar.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The 'Divorced' Eggs at Village California Bistro and Wine Bar. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114022\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114022\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Village-California-Bistro-e1483488441164.jpg\" alt=\"The wine bar and dining room of Village California Bistro and Wine Bar.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1494\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The wine bar and dining room of Village California Bistro and Wine Bar. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://thevillagebistro.net/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cstrong>Village California Bistro and Wine Bar\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n378 Santana Row #1035 [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/QZn6cB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Jose, CA 95128\u003cbr>\nPh: (408) 248-9091\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Thu 10am-9pm; Fri-Sun 8:30am-10pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Village-California-Bistro-and-Wine-Bar-95909532373/?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Village California Bistro and Wine Bar\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Local Union 271\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114013\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114013\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Local-Union-Benedict-e1483489056384.jpg\" alt=\"A half order of the Eggs Benedict at Local Union 271.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A half order of the Eggs Benedict at Local Union 271. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The name of this popular bistro is a play on the restaurant's address and commitment to using locally sourced ingredients. On the menu, the restaurant proudly lists the numerous local farmers and producers they are partnered with such as: Diestel Turkey Ranch in Sonoma; Happy Boy Farms in Watsonville; and Laura Chenel in Sonoma. A popular destination for brunch along University Avenue, Local Union serves standard brunch fare such as Eggs Benedict, omelets, and breakfast sandwiches. The brunch menu also a selection of special bacon, brioche French toast, and chicken chilaquiles. The fluffy omelets are served with a medley of roasted potatoes and sweet potatoes, and thick-cut grilled bread from Kelly’s Bakery in Santa Cruz. A menu of freshly squeezed juices, also available as mimosas, are the perfect option to wash it all down.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114014\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114014\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Local-Union-Diestel-e1483489136437.jpg\" alt=\"The Diestel Turkey Egg White Omelet at Local Union 271.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Diestel Turkey Egg White Omelet at Local Union 271. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114012\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114012\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Local-Union-271--e1483489160674.jpg\" alt=\"Inside Local Union 271 in Palo Alto.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Inside Local Union 271 in Palo Alto. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.localunion271.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cstrong>Local Union 271\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n271 University Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/XuP9C1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPalo Alto, CA 94301\u003cbr>\nPh: (650) 322-7509\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Wed 11am-10pm; Thu-Fri 11am-12am; Sat 9am-12am; Sun 9am-10pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/localunion271/?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Local Union 271\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/271Local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@271Local\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Hobee’s Restaurant\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114011\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114011\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Hobees-Rancheros-Benedict-e1483489601103.jpg\" alt=\"The Huevos Rancheros Omelet at Hobee’s in Palo Alto.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Huevos Rancheros Omelet at Hobee’s in Palo Alto. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>With multiple locations throughout the South Bay Area, Hobee’s has become a Silicon Valley institution for diners to enjoy an inexpensive meal served in a comfortable family-friendly setting. The popular restaurant has been given numerous awards over the years by local newspapers for having the best breakfast and brunch. The menu includes a number of comforting breakfast dishes such as scrambles, omelettes, and hashbrown skillets. Aptly named, the “Best Darn Breakfast in Town” serves up two farm-fresh eggs, with homestyle hash browns, and the wildly popular blueberry coffee cake. The popular coffee cake is studded with fresh blueberries and topped with a sweet crumbly top drizzled with butter for a delectable breakfast treat.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114008\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114008\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Hobees-Best-Darn-Breakfast-e1483489761498.jpg\" alt=\"The Best Darn Breakfast in Town special at Hobee’s in Palo Alto.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Best Darn Breakfast in Town special at Hobee’s in Palo Alto. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114009\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114009\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Hobees-Coffee-Cake-e1483489739768.jpg\" alt=\"The Blueberry Coffee Cake at Hobee’s in Palo Alto.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Blueberry Coffee Cake at Hobee’s in Palo Alto. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114010\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114010\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Hobees-Palo-Alto-e1483489791701.jpg\" alt=\"Inside Hobee’s in Palo Alto.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Inside Hobee’s in Palo Alto. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://hobees.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cstrong>Hobee’s Restaurant\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nMultiple locations [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/3zm9P1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\n4224 El Camino Real.\u003cbr>\nPalo Alto, CA 94306\u003cbr>\nPh: (650) 856-6124\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon 7am-2:30pm; Tue-Fri 7am-9pm; Sat-Sun 8am-9pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Hobees/?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hobee’s Restaurant\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/Hobees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@Hobees\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Town\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114015\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114015\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Town-Benedict-e1483490044779.jpg\" alt=\"The country Eggs Benedict at Town in San Carlos.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The country Eggs Benedict at Town in San Carlos. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Town in San Carlos proudly serves food prepared from locally-sourced produce, and humanely raised meat and poultry. The refined steakhouse is decorated in dark wood with leather booths and includes a large center bar where guests can enjoy a number of cocktails prepared from small batch spirits and housemade ingredients, as well as offering an extensive wine menu. The restaurant has also been recognized by Open Table as one of the top 100 best brunch restaurants in America for 2016, in part for Town’s gourmet brunch specialties and the popular bottomless mimosas. The extensive brunch menu ranges from a comforting Loco Moco prepared with ground filet steak and cage-free eggs, to a Banana and Hazelnut Chocolate-Stuffed French Toast for those with a sweet tooth. Town’s Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich starts with griddled slabs of sourdough and stacks two fried cage-free eggs, brown sugar bacon, and a trio of Gruyere, cheddar and American cheese, for a truly ultimate brunch creation.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114018\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114018\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Town-Ultimate-Sandwich-e1483490495263.jpg\" alt=\"The Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich at Town in San Carlos.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich at Town in San Carlos. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114016\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114016\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Town-Bloody-Mary-e1483490520109.jpg\" alt=\"A Bloody Mary at Town in San Carlos.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2875\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A Bloody Mary at Town in San Carlos. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114017\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114017\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Town-Chilaquiles-e1483490543611.jpg\" alt=\"The Chicken Chilaquiles at Town in San Carlos.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Chicken Chilaquiles at Town in San Carlos. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114019\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114019\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Town-e1483490565693.jpg\" alt=\"Guests having brunch on the patio at Town in San Carlos.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Guests having brunch on the patio at Town in San Carlos. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.townsc.com/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cstrong>Town\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n716 Laurel St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/sMbyIt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Carlos, CA 94070\u003cbr>\nPh: (650) 595-3003\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 11:30am-10pm; Sat 10am-2:30pm, 5-10pm; Sun 10am-2:30pm, 5-9pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/TOWN-San-Carlos-225114520914/?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TOWN San Carlos\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/TOWNRestaurant\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@TOWNRestaurant\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>Among the many pleasures of the weekend perhaps none is more indulgent than brunch, where a menu of rich and hearty dishes is often served alongside a selection of boozy creations such as bottomless mimosas. South of San Francisco there is a mix of neighborhood establishments and small restaurants serving popular brunch specialties ranging from locally sourced gourmet dishes to homestyle comfort food.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Several of the listed restaurants have received multiple awards for being the neighborhood’s favorite brunch location. So the next time you are looking to find a new spot for Eggs Benedict and Bloody Marys, here are five popular restaurants to enjoy brunch South of San Francisco. If we missed your favorite, please be sure to share it in the comments.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Bill’s Cafe\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114003\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114003\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Bills-Blackstone-Benedict-e1483485513784.jpg\" alt=\"The Blackstone Benedict at Bill’s Cafe in San Jose.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Blackstone Benedict at Bill’s Cafe in San Jose. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>With a number of established locations around the South Bay Area, Bill’s Cafe is a popular location throughout the week for an extensive breakfast menu served all day long. The restaurant has repeatedly been recognized by local newspapers for the neighborhood's best breakfast. On the weekends, be prepared for a lengthy wait which is rewarded with quick service and a menu of delicious breakfast dishes. Those looking to enjoy a refreshing drink over brunch will enjoy Bill’s mimosas served in a large goblet garnished with fresh strawberries. Among a menu of savory breakfast specialties, the most popular dish at Bill’s is the delectable Bread Pudding French Toast, with thick slabs of bread pudding studded with walnuts and raisins, battered and served with caramelized banana slices in a sweet caramel sauce. Those who enjoy a classic Eggs Benedict will enjoy Bill’s Blackstone Benedict which adds grilled red onions and slices of creamy avocado.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114005\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114005\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Bills-Bread-Pudding-French-Toast-e1483487068992.jpg\" alt=\"The Bread Pudding French Toast with eggs and bacon.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1519\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Bread Pudding French Toast with eggs and bacon. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114004\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114004\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Bills-Bloody-Mary-e1483487860294.jpg\" alt=\"A Bloody Mary at Bill’s Cafe.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2667\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A Bloody Mary at Bill’s Cafe. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114006\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114006\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Bills-Cafe-Patio-e1483487886731.jpg\" alt=\"Outside Bill’s Cafe in San Jose.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Outside Bill’s Cafe in San Jose. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.billscafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cstrong>Bill’s Cafe\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nMultiple locations [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/8jnN2w\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\n1115 Willow St.\u003cbr>\nSan Jose, CA 95125\u003cbr>\nPh: (408) 294-1125\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sun 7am-3pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Bills-Cafe-78456910378/?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bill’s Cafe\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Village California Bistro and Wine Bar\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114020\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114020\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Village-Bistro-Bruschetta-e1483487838737.jpg\" alt=\"The Egg Bruschetta at Village California Bistro and Wine Bar.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Egg Bruschetta at Village California Bistro and Wine Bar. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>This restaurant with ample patio seating and a menu of California cuisine is a wildly popular destination for weekend brunch on Santana Row in San Jose. Popular dishes on the brunch menu include an Egg Bruschetta served over grilled bread and topped with juicy cherry tomatoes drizzled in sweet balsamic vinegar; Brioche French Toast topped with a fruit compote and Tahitian vanilla whipped cream; and a croissant breakfast sandwich with bacon, eggs, avocado and smoked mozzarella. Those who enjoy south-of-the-border-style breakfast dishes will love the 'Divorced' Eggs with housemade chorizo, fresh eggs, and a medley of squash simmered in a duo of roasted tomato and tomatillo sauces. Completing the brunch experience, Village California Bistro serves a build-your-own Bloody Mary bar with a selection of gourmet ingredients and craft spirits.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114021\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114021\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Village-Bistro-Divorciados-e1483488416737.jpg\" alt=\"The 'Divorced' Eggs at Village California Bistro and Wine Bar.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The 'Divorced' Eggs at Village California Bistro and Wine Bar. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114022\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114022\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Village-California-Bistro-e1483488441164.jpg\" alt=\"The wine bar and dining room of Village California Bistro and Wine Bar.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1494\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The wine bar and dining room of Village California Bistro and Wine Bar. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://thevillagebistro.net/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cstrong>Village California Bistro and Wine Bar\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n378 Santana Row #1035 [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/QZn6cB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Jose, CA 95128\u003cbr>\nPh: (408) 248-9091\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Thu 10am-9pm; Fri-Sun 8:30am-10pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Village-California-Bistro-and-Wine-Bar-95909532373/?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Village California Bistro and Wine Bar\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Local Union 271\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114013\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114013\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Local-Union-Benedict-e1483489056384.jpg\" alt=\"A half order of the Eggs Benedict at Local Union 271.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A half order of the Eggs Benedict at Local Union 271. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The name of this popular bistro is a play on the restaurant's address and commitment to using locally sourced ingredients. On the menu, the restaurant proudly lists the numerous local farmers and producers they are partnered with such as: Diestel Turkey Ranch in Sonoma; Happy Boy Farms in Watsonville; and Laura Chenel in Sonoma. A popular destination for brunch along University Avenue, Local Union serves standard brunch fare such as Eggs Benedict, omelets, and breakfast sandwiches. The brunch menu also a selection of special bacon, brioche French toast, and chicken chilaquiles. The fluffy omelets are served with a medley of roasted potatoes and sweet potatoes, and thick-cut grilled bread from Kelly’s Bakery in Santa Cruz. A menu of freshly squeezed juices, also available as mimosas, are the perfect option to wash it all down.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114014\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114014\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Local-Union-Diestel-e1483489136437.jpg\" alt=\"The Diestel Turkey Egg White Omelet at Local Union 271.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Diestel Turkey Egg White Omelet at Local Union 271. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114012\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114012\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Local-Union-271--e1483489160674.jpg\" alt=\"Inside Local Union 271 in Palo Alto.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Inside Local Union 271 in Palo Alto. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.localunion271.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cstrong>Local Union 271\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n271 University Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/XuP9C1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPalo Alto, CA 94301\u003cbr>\nPh: (650) 322-7509\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Wed 11am-10pm; Thu-Fri 11am-12am; Sat 9am-12am; Sun 9am-10pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/localunion271/?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Local Union 271\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/271Local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@271Local\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Hobee’s Restaurant\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114011\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114011\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Hobees-Rancheros-Benedict-e1483489601103.jpg\" alt=\"The Huevos Rancheros Omelet at Hobee’s in Palo Alto.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Huevos Rancheros Omelet at Hobee’s in Palo Alto. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>With multiple locations throughout the South Bay Area, Hobee’s has become a Silicon Valley institution for diners to enjoy an inexpensive meal served in a comfortable family-friendly setting. The popular restaurant has been given numerous awards over the years by local newspapers for having the best breakfast and brunch. The menu includes a number of comforting breakfast dishes such as scrambles, omelettes, and hashbrown skillets. Aptly named, the “Best Darn Breakfast in Town” serves up two farm-fresh eggs, with homestyle hash browns, and the wildly popular blueberry coffee cake. The popular coffee cake is studded with fresh blueberries and topped with a sweet crumbly top drizzled with butter for a delectable breakfast treat.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114008\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114008\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Hobees-Best-Darn-Breakfast-e1483489761498.jpg\" alt=\"The Best Darn Breakfast in Town special at Hobee’s in Palo Alto.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Best Darn Breakfast in Town special at Hobee’s in Palo Alto. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114009\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114009\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Hobees-Coffee-Cake-e1483489739768.jpg\" alt=\"The Blueberry Coffee Cake at Hobee’s in Palo Alto.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Blueberry Coffee Cake at Hobee’s in Palo Alto. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114010\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114010\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Hobees-Palo-Alto-e1483489791701.jpg\" alt=\"Inside Hobee’s in Palo Alto.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Inside Hobee’s in Palo Alto. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://hobees.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cstrong>Hobee’s Restaurant\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nMultiple locations [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/3zm9P1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\n4224 El Camino Real.\u003cbr>\nPalo Alto, CA 94306\u003cbr>\nPh: (650) 856-6124\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon 7am-2:30pm; Tue-Fri 7am-9pm; Sat-Sun 8am-9pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Hobees/?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hobee’s Restaurant\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/Hobees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@Hobees\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Town\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114015\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114015\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Town-Benedict-e1483490044779.jpg\" alt=\"The country Eggs Benedict at Town in San Carlos.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The country Eggs Benedict at Town in San Carlos. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Town in San Carlos proudly serves food prepared from locally-sourced produce, and humanely raised meat and poultry. The refined steakhouse is decorated in dark wood with leather booths and includes a large center bar where guests can enjoy a number of cocktails prepared from small batch spirits and housemade ingredients, as well as offering an extensive wine menu. The restaurant has also been recognized by Open Table as one of the top 100 best brunch restaurants in America for 2016, in part for Town’s gourmet brunch specialties and the popular bottomless mimosas. The extensive brunch menu ranges from a comforting Loco Moco prepared with ground filet steak and cage-free eggs, to a Banana and Hazelnut Chocolate-Stuffed French Toast for those with a sweet tooth. Town’s Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich starts with griddled slabs of sourdough and stacks two fried cage-free eggs, brown sugar bacon, and a trio of Gruyere, cheddar and American cheese, for a truly ultimate brunch creation.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114018\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114018\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Town-Ultimate-Sandwich-e1483490495263.jpg\" alt=\"The Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich at Town in San Carlos.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich at Town in San Carlos. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114016\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114016\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Town-Bloody-Mary-e1483490520109.jpg\" alt=\"A Bloody Mary at Town in San Carlos.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2875\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A Bloody Mary at Town in San Carlos. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114017\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114017\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Town-Chilaquiles-e1483490543611.jpg\" alt=\"The Chicken Chilaquiles at Town in San Carlos.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Chicken Chilaquiles at Town in San Carlos. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114019\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-114019\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Town-e1483490565693.jpg\" alt=\"Guests having brunch on the patio at Town in San Carlos.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Guests having brunch on the patio at Town in San Carlos. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.townsc.com/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cstrong>Town\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n716 Laurel St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/sMbyIt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Carlos, CA 94070\u003cbr>\nPh: (650) 595-3003\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 11:30am-10pm; Sat 10am-2:30pm, 5-10pm; Sun 10am-2:30pm, 5-9pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/TOWN-San-Carlos-225114520914/?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TOWN San Carlos\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/TOWNRestaurant\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@TOWNRestaurant\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cp>As 2016--a seemingly endless year marked by losses large and small, local and worldwide--comes to a close, the holidays are a welcome reprieve. There’s family, biological or otherwise. There’s \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/12/14/taste-test-6-california-eggnogs/\" target=\"_blank\">eggnog\u003c/a>. And, of course, there are presents. Here are some locally made food gift ideas for the loved ones in your life, a reminder that even when the world is grim, food is still one of the most powerful ways of bringing people together.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113968\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\" style=\"max-width: 160px\">\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-113968 size-thumbnail\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/CherrywoodRye_Front-160x499.jpg\" alt=\"Cherrywood Rye Whiskey from Sonoma County Distilling Co.\" width=\"160\" height=\"499\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/CherrywoodRye_Front-160x499.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/CherrywoodRye_Front-800x2493.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/CherrywoodRye_Front-768x2393.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/CherrywoodRye_Front-1020x3178.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/CherrywoodRye_Front-1180x3677.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/CherrywoodRye_Front-960x2992.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/CherrywoodRye_Front-240x748.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/CherrywoodRye_Front-375x1169.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/CherrywoodRye_Front-520x1620.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 160px) 100vw, 160px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cherrywood Rye Whiskey from Sonoma County Distilling Co. \u003ccite>(Sonoma County Distilling Co.)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Alcohol\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>There’s a 2005 country song from singer Terri Clark where she sings about the world \u003ca href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXE-vP15cug\" target=\"_blank\">needing a drink\u003c/a>. While the lyrics are a quaint flashback to Bush-era politicking (“Too much tension between Miss Liberty/And The Eiffel tower”), Clark’s thesis remains relevant. Alcohol is a fairly foolproof gift (assuming you have evidence that your giftee does, in fact, imbibe) for everyone from boss to brother, and while you could go with an obvious bottle of red, why not shake things up with some locally made liquor? There’s a rye whiskey \u003ca href=\"http://sonomacountydistilling.com/\" target=\"_blank\">made in Sonoma County\u003c/a>, fruit brandy from \u003ca href=\"http://www.stgeorgespirits.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Alameda’s St. George\u003c/a>, or Seven Stills’ \u003ca href=\"http://www.sevenstillsofsf.com/craft-whiskey/\" target=\"_blank\">line of whiskeys\u003c/a> made from craft beers. If they’re not a fan of brown liquor, a bottle of \u003ca href=\"http://www.raffdistillerie.com/gin.html\" target=\"_blank\">Bummer and Lazarus gin\u003c/a> or \u003ca href=\"http://sutherlanddistilling.com/spirits/vodka/\" target=\"_blank\">Diablo’s Shadow vodka\u003c/a> from Livermore makes a fine alternative.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114049\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-114049\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino.jpg\" alt=\"Cappuccino IT`S-IT.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1920\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino-160x160.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino-768x768.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino-240x240.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino-375x375.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino-520x520.jpg 520w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino-32x32.jpg 32w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino-50x50.jpg 50w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino-64x64.jpg 64w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino-96x96.jpg 96w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino-128x128.jpg 128w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cappuccino IT`S-IT. \u003ccite>(IT`S-IT)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Bay Area specialties for far-flung friends\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Maybe you have a friend who moved out of the Bay Area in an effort to experience “seasons,” or to “not spend 48% of my take-home pay on rent.” While they may enjoy their new city, we bet they miss certain local foods. While it’s hard (\u003ca href=\"https://www.quora.com/Is-there-any-way-to-send-a-burrito-from-San-Francisco-to-New-York-without-it-getting-bad-and-spoiling\" target=\"_blank\">but not impossible!\u003c/a>) to mail a burrito through the US Postal Service, there are plenty of classic Bay Area dishes that can be shipped through the mail. You can ship them pints of Secret Breakfast \u003ca href=\"https://www.goldbely.com/humphry-slocombe#shipping\" target=\"_blank\">from Humphry Slocombe\u003c/a>, or mail them 24 \u003ca href=\"https://www.itsiticecream.com/products/ice-cream/cappucino-its-it\" target=\"_blank\">Cappuccino Its-Its\u003c/a>. If your dad’s a pizza fanatic, send him a \u003ca href=\"https://www.foodydirect.com/restaurants/tony-s-pizza-napoletana/dishes\" target=\"_blank\">three pack of pies from Tony's Pizza Napoletana\u003c/a>. Thanks to Boudin Bakery, you can even \u003ca href=\"http://store.boudinbakery.com/storefront.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">mail sourdough bread\u003c/a>--a baguette, round or loaf in the shape of a crab--to your carb-obsessed sister in Jersey.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113970\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113970\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/IMG_7933.jpg\" alt=\"Aprons from San Francisco's Lundy Way.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1173\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/IMG_7933.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/IMG_7933-160x98.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/IMG_7933-800x489.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/IMG_7933-768x469.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/IMG_7933-1020x623.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/IMG_7933-1180x721.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/IMG_7933-960x587.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/IMG_7933-240x147.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/IMG_7933-375x229.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/IMG_7933-520x318.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Aprons from San Francisco's Lundy Way. \u003ccite>(Lundy Way)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Kitchenware\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>If you’re not careful, kitchen gifts can easily fall into the back-of-the-closet category of gift--make sure your giftee actually uses their kitchen (and not for \u003ca href=\"https://youtu.be/RpQn0M5bWMI?t=46s\" target=\"_blank\">Bradshaw-esque\u003c/a> clothing storage) before giving them something they’ll have to find room for in their tiny Bay Area home. If they do cook, kitchenware makes a thoughtful, functional gift. Head to the \u003ca href=\"https://towncutler.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Town Cutler\u003c/a> for pricy, lovingly handmade knives. Cooking gets messy; everyone could use a new apron to replace the one they filched from their college barista job. \u003ca href=\"http://www.lundyway.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Lundy Way \u003c/a>and \u003ca href=\"http://caysondesigns.com/aprons\" target=\"_blank\">Cayson Designs\u003c/a> both offer simple, sturdy designs made in San Francisco.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>If you’re looking for something more ornamental, ceramic kitchenware is a way of gently telling your friend that they deserve better than that Ikea plate set they’ve had since Socks was in the White House. \u003ca href=\"http://www.heathceramics.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Heath\u003c/a> is a classic option but don’t miss newcomers like \u003ca href=\"http://atelierdion.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Atelier Dion \u003c/a>or \u003ca href=\"http://www.svenceramics.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Sven Ceramics\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_92762\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 640px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-92762\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/02/featured_pic.jpg\" alt=\"The New Parkway in Oakland Photo: Shelby Pope\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/02/featured_pic.jpg 640w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/02/featured_pic-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/02/featured_pic-320x180.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The New Parkway in Oakland Photo: Shelby Pope\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Movie date\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Movie tickets make an ideal gift for someone you don’t know very well--while you may not know whether your babysitter prefers subtitled meditations on the human condition or Michael Bay flicks, they’ll still enjoy a movie more than whatever scented candle is leftover at TJ Maxx. Instead of the Regals and AMCs, opt for a local theater, whether that’s the \u003ca href=\"http://www.thenewparkway.com/\" target=\"_blank\">New Parkway in Oakland\u003c/a> or San Francisco’s \u003ca href=\"http://www.roxie.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Roxie\u003c/a>. And if you’re feeling extra generous, get them a gift card to one of the many local theaters \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/02/07/bay-area-bites-guide-to-5-movie-theaters-serving-food-and-alcoholic-beverages/\" target=\"_blank\">that serve food and drinks\u003c/a>, and include enough for dinner in addition to tickets.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113699\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 960px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113699\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/12961660_1041299082584519_9028617045054089227_n.jpg\" alt=\"Chocolates from Hooker's Sweet Treats\" width=\"960\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/12961660_1041299082584519_9028617045054089227_n.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/12961660_1041299082584519_9028617045054089227_n-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/12961660_1041299082584519_9028617045054089227_n-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/12961660_1041299082584519_9028617045054089227_n-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/12961660_1041299082584519_9028617045054089227_n-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/12961660_1041299082584519_9028617045054089227_n-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/12961660_1041299082584519_9028617045054089227_n-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chocolates from Hooker's Sweet Treats \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Hooker's)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Dessert\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Sure, there are plenty of decadent savory holiday foods, but the real reason for all that holiday good cheer is the promise of dessert. If you want to earn a particularly warm welcome at your next gathering, bring something sweet. No time to \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/category/recipes/holiday-recipes/\" target=\"_blank\">make your own\u003c/a>? Check out our list of \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/11/29/bay-area-bites-guide-to-13-bay-area-chocolate-shops-and-gifts/\" target=\"_blank\">gift-worthy chocolatiers\u003c/a>, or pick up a buche noel from \u003ca href=\"http://www.tartinebakery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Tartine\u003c/a>, sufganiyot from \u003ca href=\"http://www.saulsdeli.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Saul’s\u003c/a>, stollen from \u003ca href=\"http://cheeseboardcollective.coop/\" target=\"_blank\">Cheeseboard\u003c/a> or bibingka from \u003ca href=\"http://www.auntieemsfinefoods.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Auntie Em’s in Daly City\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113971\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113971\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/DSC02505.jpg\" alt=\"One of the cooking classes available from Kitchen on Fire.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/DSC02505.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/DSC02505-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/DSC02505-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/DSC02505-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/DSC02505-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/DSC02505-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/DSC02505-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/DSC02505-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/DSC02505-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/DSC02505-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">One of the cooking classes available from Kitchen on Fire. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Cooking classes\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>A cooking class is the perfect experience gift. As the old saying goes, give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish via the gift of cooking classes and be guaranteed an invite to a demonstration of his newfound salmon-cooking abilities. The Bay Area offers cooking classes of every kind, from kid’s classes at \u003ca href=\"http://www.cucinabambini.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Cucina Bambini\u003c/a>, to a French-themed couples cooking lesson from \u003ca href=\"https://kitchenonfire.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Kitchen on Fire\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_31754\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 500px\">\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-31754 size-full\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2011/08/alicewaters500.jpg\" alt=\"Alice Waters - Chez Panisse. Photo by Wendy Goodfriend\" width=\"500\" height=\"335\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Alice Waters - Chez Panisse. Photo by Wendy Goodfriend\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>A trip to an iconic Bay Area restaurant\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Even if you’ve lived in the Bay Area your entire life, there’s probably one or two famous sites you’ve never visited. Maybe you’ve never been to Alcatraz. Perhaps you’ve never stepped foot on Pier 39. I’ve never walked across the Golden Gate Bridge. You--and your loved ones--probably have restaurant equivalents. Make this the holiday to take someone to one of their bucket list restaurants, whether it’s finally making it to \u003ca href=\"http://www.yanksing.com/home.php\" target=\"_blank\">Yank Sing\u003c/a> with your cousin or taking your aunt who owns own every single Alice Waters cookbook to \u003ca href=\"http://www.chezpanisse.com/intro.php\" target=\"_blank\">Chez Panisse\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113969\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113969\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Fern_Home-Cooked.jpg\" alt=\"Home Cooked: Essential Recipes for a New Way to Cook Kindle Edition by Anya Fernald.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2425\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Fern_Home-Cooked.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Fern_Home-Cooked-160x202.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Fern_Home-Cooked-800x1010.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Fern_Home-Cooked-768x970.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Fern_Home-Cooked-1020x1288.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Fern_Home-Cooked-1180x1490.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Fern_Home-Cooked-960x1213.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Fern_Home-Cooked-240x303.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Fern_Home-Cooked-375x474.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Fern_Home-Cooked-520x657.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Home Cooked: Essential Recipes for a New Way to Cook Kindle Edition\u003cbr>by Anya Fernald. \u003ccite>(Ten Speed Press)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Cookbooks\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>People have been predicting the death of the cookbook for years, but year after year, they continue to top the bestseller list. This year, several local authors released cookbooks covering a wide variety of topics, suitable for everyone on your list. For the person in your life who’s committed to weeknight cooking--but who also wants to know how to cook over an open fire--pick up \u003ca href=\"http://www.belcampo.com/shop/uncategorized/home-cooked-by-anya-fernald/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cem>Home Cooked\u003c/em>,\u003c/a> from Belcampo Meat Co founder Anya Fernald. \u003ca href=\"http://www.flavorsofoakland.com/preorder/flavors-of-oakland\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cem>Flavors of Oakland \u003c/em>\u003c/a>offers an impressive guide to the Town’s varied cuisines, from Hawaiian to Jewish. Bakers should get San Francisco food blogger Irving Lin’s book of creative desserts, \u003ca href=\"http://www.indiebound.org/book/9780544453739\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cem>Marbled, Swirled, and Layered\u003c/em>\u003c/a>. Your friend with the classy mid century modern bar cart? Get them Smuggler’s Cove’s \u003ca href=\"http://www.smugglerscovesf.com/book/\" target=\"_blank\">guide to tiki drinks\u003c/a> or \u003ca href=\"https://umamimart.com/products/the-complete-cocktail-manual\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cem>The Complete Cocktail Manual\u003c/em>\u003c/a> from local food writer Lou Bustamante.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_96961\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-96961\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/06/IMG_2508-1920.jpg\" alt=\"Fusti, full of oil ready for tasting, all lined up at Amphora Nueva.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/06/IMG_2508-1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/06/IMG_2508-1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/06/IMG_2508-1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/06/IMG_2508-1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/06/IMG_2508-1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/06/IMG_2508-1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Fusti, full of oil ready for tasting, all lined up at Amphora Nueva. \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Ingredients\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>One of the best gifts for a home cook is an intriguing ingredient they wouldn’t buy themselves. If they usually cook with McCormick spices, get them a gift set from \u003ca href=\"https://oaktownspiceshop.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Oaktown Spice Shop\u003c/a>. Upgrade their bottle of Trader Joe’s olive oil to one from \u003ca href=\"http://amphoranueva.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Amphora Nueva\u003c/a> or \u003ca href=\"https://www.mcevoyranch.com/olive-oil-and-table\" target=\"_blank\">McEvoy Ranch\u003c/a>. Are they into experimental cooking techniques like sous vide and foams? Pick them up one of Berkeley perfumer Mandy Aftel’s intense, concentrated \u003ca href=\"http://www.aftelier.com/category-s/1820.htm\" target=\"_blank\">Chef’s Essences\u003c/a>, in flavors like fir needle and shisho. Did your college kid just come back her Berlin study abroad with a taste for sauerkraut and \u003cem>Der Spiegel\u003c/em>? Build her a gift basket of her new favorites from \u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/lehrs-german-specialties-san-francisco\" target=\"_blank\">Lehr’s German Specialties\u003c/a>. Or pick someone up a gift card to a fancy grocery store like \u003ca href=\"http://www.berkeleybowl.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Berkeley Bowl\u003c/a>, \u003ca href=\"http://www.rainbow.coop/\" target=\"_blank\">Rainbow Grocery\u003c/a> or \u003ca href=\"http://www.biritemarket.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Bi-Rite\u003c/a> and pair it with strict instructions to use it on something special and delightfully non-essential.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_95701\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-95701\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/04/POH14-112-2.jpg\" alt=\"A recent day in the kitchen at Open Hand.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1278\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/04/POH14-112-2.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/04/POH14-112-2-400x266.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/04/POH14-112-2-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/04/POH14-112-2-1440x959.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/04/POH14-112-2-1180x785.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/04/POH14-112-2-960x639.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A recent day in the kitchen at Open Hand. \u003ccite>(Project Open Hand)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Donation\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Everyone appreciates a gift made in their name to a worthy charity. There are plenty of \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/11/16/your-bay-area-guide-to-holiday-volunteering-and-donations/\" target=\"_blank\">food-centric charities\u003c/a> doing important work in the Bay Area, and we’ve covered a few of them: there’s \u003ca href=\"https://www.openhand.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Project Open Hand\u003c/a>, which \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/04/28/project-open-hand-turns-30-an-iconic-san-francisco-nonprofit-looks-forward/\" target=\"_blank\">provides nutritious meals\u003c/a> for people with AIDS and other illnesses. Then there’s the \u003ca href=\"http://ceresproject.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Ceres Project\u003c/a>, a \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/03/31/ceres-community-project-brings-healing-food-and-youth-empowerment-to-alameda/\" target=\"_blank\">nonprofit that teaches teens to cook\u003c/a> while providing meals for Bay Area residents with serious illnesses. \u003ca href=\"http://www.rootsofchange.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Roots of Change\u003c/a> funds the kind of \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/11/13/how-oaklands-roots-of-change-transforms-food-policy-in-california/\" target=\"_blank\">important food policy research\u003c/a> that will probably come under threat during Trump’s presidency. The \u003ca href=\"http://oaklandfood.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Oakland Food Policy Council \u003c/a>wants to build an \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/10/12/race-money-and-food-talking-to-the-oakland-food-policy-council/\" target=\"_blank\">equitable food system\u003c/a> for The Town. In San Francisco, \u003ca href=\"https://www.projecthomelessconnect.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Project Homeless Connect\u003c/a> hosts all-in-one events where people experiencing homelessness can \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/12/07/shelter-is-just-the-beginning-project-homeless-connect-hosts-multi-service-events-to-help-homeless-san-franciscans/\" target=\"_blank\">secure everything from groceries to STD tests to wheelchair repair\u003c/a>. And don’t forgot your \u003ca href=\"https://www.sfmfoodbank.org/\" target=\"_blank\">local food banks\u003c/a>--they can always use donations, as can religious organizations like \u003ca href=\"https://www.glide.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Glide \u003c/a>and \u003ca href=\"https://www.stanthonysf.org/\" target=\"_blank\">St. Anthony’s\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>As 2016--a seemingly endless year marked by losses large and small, local and worldwide--comes to a close, the holidays are a welcome reprieve. There’s family, biological or otherwise. There’s \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/12/14/taste-test-6-california-eggnogs/\" target=\"_blank\">eggnog\u003c/a>. And, of course, there are presents. Here are some locally made food gift ideas for the loved ones in your life, a reminder that even when the world is grim, food is still one of the most powerful ways of bringing people together.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113968\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\" style=\"max-width: 160px\">\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-113968 size-thumbnail\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/CherrywoodRye_Front-160x499.jpg\" alt=\"Cherrywood Rye Whiskey from Sonoma County Distilling Co.\" width=\"160\" height=\"499\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/CherrywoodRye_Front-160x499.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/CherrywoodRye_Front-800x2493.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/CherrywoodRye_Front-768x2393.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/CherrywoodRye_Front-1020x3178.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/CherrywoodRye_Front-1180x3677.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/CherrywoodRye_Front-960x2992.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/CherrywoodRye_Front-240x748.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/CherrywoodRye_Front-375x1169.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/CherrywoodRye_Front-520x1620.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 160px) 100vw, 160px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cherrywood Rye Whiskey from Sonoma County Distilling Co. \u003ccite>(Sonoma County Distilling Co.)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Alcohol\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>There’s a 2005 country song from singer Terri Clark where she sings about the world \u003ca href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXE-vP15cug\" target=\"_blank\">needing a drink\u003c/a>. While the lyrics are a quaint flashback to Bush-era politicking (“Too much tension between Miss Liberty/And The Eiffel tower”), Clark’s thesis remains relevant. Alcohol is a fairly foolproof gift (assuming you have evidence that your giftee does, in fact, imbibe) for everyone from boss to brother, and while you could go with an obvious bottle of red, why not shake things up with some locally made liquor? There’s a rye whiskey \u003ca href=\"http://sonomacountydistilling.com/\" target=\"_blank\">made in Sonoma County\u003c/a>, fruit brandy from \u003ca href=\"http://www.stgeorgespirits.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Alameda’s St. George\u003c/a>, or Seven Stills’ \u003ca href=\"http://www.sevenstillsofsf.com/craft-whiskey/\" target=\"_blank\">line of whiskeys\u003c/a> made from craft beers. If they’re not a fan of brown liquor, a bottle of \u003ca href=\"http://www.raffdistillerie.com/gin.html\" target=\"_blank\">Bummer and Lazarus gin\u003c/a> or \u003ca href=\"http://sutherlanddistilling.com/spirits/vodka/\" target=\"_blank\">Diablo’s Shadow vodka\u003c/a> from Livermore makes a fine alternative.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_114049\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-114049\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino.jpg\" alt=\"Cappuccino IT`S-IT.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1920\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino-160x160.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino-768x768.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino-240x240.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino-375x375.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino-520x520.jpg 520w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino-32x32.jpg 32w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino-50x50.jpg 50w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino-64x64.jpg 64w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino-96x96.jpg 96w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino-128x128.jpg 128w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/itsit_cappuccino-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cappuccino IT`S-IT. \u003ccite>(IT`S-IT)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Bay Area specialties for far-flung friends\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Maybe you have a friend who moved out of the Bay Area in an effort to experience “seasons,” or to “not spend 48% of my take-home pay on rent.” While they may enjoy their new city, we bet they miss certain local foods. While it’s hard (\u003ca href=\"https://www.quora.com/Is-there-any-way-to-send-a-burrito-from-San-Francisco-to-New-York-without-it-getting-bad-and-spoiling\" target=\"_blank\">but not impossible!\u003c/a>) to mail a burrito through the US Postal Service, there are plenty of classic Bay Area dishes that can be shipped through the mail. You can ship them pints of Secret Breakfast \u003ca href=\"https://www.goldbely.com/humphry-slocombe#shipping\" target=\"_blank\">from Humphry Slocombe\u003c/a>, or mail them 24 \u003ca href=\"https://www.itsiticecream.com/products/ice-cream/cappucino-its-it\" target=\"_blank\">Cappuccino Its-Its\u003c/a>. If your dad’s a pizza fanatic, send him a \u003ca href=\"https://www.foodydirect.com/restaurants/tony-s-pizza-napoletana/dishes\" target=\"_blank\">three pack of pies from Tony's Pizza Napoletana\u003c/a>. Thanks to Boudin Bakery, you can even \u003ca href=\"http://store.boudinbakery.com/storefront.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">mail sourdough bread\u003c/a>--a baguette, round or loaf in the shape of a crab--to your carb-obsessed sister in Jersey.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113970\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113970\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/IMG_7933.jpg\" alt=\"Aprons from San Francisco's Lundy Way.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1173\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/IMG_7933.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/IMG_7933-160x98.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/IMG_7933-800x489.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/IMG_7933-768x469.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/IMG_7933-1020x623.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/IMG_7933-1180x721.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/IMG_7933-960x587.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/IMG_7933-240x147.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/IMG_7933-375x229.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/IMG_7933-520x318.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Aprons from San Francisco's Lundy Way. \u003ccite>(Lundy Way)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Kitchenware\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>If you’re not careful, kitchen gifts can easily fall into the back-of-the-closet category of gift--make sure your giftee actually uses their kitchen (and not for \u003ca href=\"https://youtu.be/RpQn0M5bWMI?t=46s\" target=\"_blank\">Bradshaw-esque\u003c/a> clothing storage) before giving them something they’ll have to find room for in their tiny Bay Area home. If they do cook, kitchenware makes a thoughtful, functional gift. Head to the \u003ca href=\"https://towncutler.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Town Cutler\u003c/a> for pricy, lovingly handmade knives. Cooking gets messy; everyone could use a new apron to replace the one they filched from their college barista job. \u003ca href=\"http://www.lundyway.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Lundy Way \u003c/a>and \u003ca href=\"http://caysondesigns.com/aprons\" target=\"_blank\">Cayson Designs\u003c/a> both offer simple, sturdy designs made in San Francisco.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>If you’re looking for something more ornamental, ceramic kitchenware is a way of gently telling your friend that they deserve better than that Ikea plate set they’ve had since Socks was in the White House. \u003ca href=\"http://www.heathceramics.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Heath\u003c/a> is a classic option but don’t miss newcomers like \u003ca href=\"http://atelierdion.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Atelier Dion \u003c/a>or \u003ca href=\"http://www.svenceramics.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Sven Ceramics\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_92762\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 640px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-92762\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/02/featured_pic.jpg\" alt=\"The New Parkway in Oakland Photo: Shelby Pope\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/02/featured_pic.jpg 640w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/02/featured_pic-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/02/featured_pic-320x180.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The New Parkway in Oakland Photo: Shelby Pope\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Movie date\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Movie tickets make an ideal gift for someone you don’t know very well--while you may not know whether your babysitter prefers subtitled meditations on the human condition or Michael Bay flicks, they’ll still enjoy a movie more than whatever scented candle is leftover at TJ Maxx. Instead of the Regals and AMCs, opt for a local theater, whether that’s the \u003ca href=\"http://www.thenewparkway.com/\" target=\"_blank\">New Parkway in Oakland\u003c/a> or San Francisco’s \u003ca href=\"http://www.roxie.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Roxie\u003c/a>. And if you’re feeling extra generous, get them a gift card to one of the many local theaters \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/02/07/bay-area-bites-guide-to-5-movie-theaters-serving-food-and-alcoholic-beverages/\" target=\"_blank\">that serve food and drinks\u003c/a>, and include enough for dinner in addition to tickets.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113699\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 960px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113699\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/12961660_1041299082584519_9028617045054089227_n.jpg\" alt=\"Chocolates from Hooker's Sweet Treats\" width=\"960\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/12961660_1041299082584519_9028617045054089227_n.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/12961660_1041299082584519_9028617045054089227_n-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/12961660_1041299082584519_9028617045054089227_n-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/12961660_1041299082584519_9028617045054089227_n-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/12961660_1041299082584519_9028617045054089227_n-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/12961660_1041299082584519_9028617045054089227_n-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/12961660_1041299082584519_9028617045054089227_n-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chocolates from Hooker's Sweet Treats \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Hooker's)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Dessert\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Sure, there are plenty of decadent savory holiday foods, but the real reason for all that holiday good cheer is the promise of dessert. If you want to earn a particularly warm welcome at your next gathering, bring something sweet. No time to \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/category/recipes/holiday-recipes/\" target=\"_blank\">make your own\u003c/a>? Check out our list of \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/11/29/bay-area-bites-guide-to-13-bay-area-chocolate-shops-and-gifts/\" target=\"_blank\">gift-worthy chocolatiers\u003c/a>, or pick up a buche noel from \u003ca href=\"http://www.tartinebakery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Tartine\u003c/a>, sufganiyot from \u003ca href=\"http://www.saulsdeli.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Saul’s\u003c/a>, stollen from \u003ca href=\"http://cheeseboardcollective.coop/\" target=\"_blank\">Cheeseboard\u003c/a> or bibingka from \u003ca href=\"http://www.auntieemsfinefoods.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Auntie Em’s in Daly City\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113971\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113971\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/DSC02505.jpg\" alt=\"One of the cooking classes available from Kitchen on Fire.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/DSC02505.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/DSC02505-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/DSC02505-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/DSC02505-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/DSC02505-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/DSC02505-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/DSC02505-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/DSC02505-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/DSC02505-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/DSC02505-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">One of the cooking classes available from Kitchen on Fire. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Cooking classes\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>A cooking class is the perfect experience gift. As the old saying goes, give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish via the gift of cooking classes and be guaranteed an invite to a demonstration of his newfound salmon-cooking abilities. The Bay Area offers cooking classes of every kind, from kid’s classes at \u003ca href=\"http://www.cucinabambini.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Cucina Bambini\u003c/a>, to a French-themed couples cooking lesson from \u003ca href=\"https://kitchenonfire.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Kitchen on Fire\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_31754\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 500px\">\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-31754 size-full\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2011/08/alicewaters500.jpg\" alt=\"Alice Waters - Chez Panisse. Photo by Wendy Goodfriend\" width=\"500\" height=\"335\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Alice Waters - Chez Panisse. Photo by Wendy Goodfriend\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>A trip to an iconic Bay Area restaurant\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Even if you’ve lived in the Bay Area your entire life, there’s probably one or two famous sites you’ve never visited. Maybe you’ve never been to Alcatraz. Perhaps you’ve never stepped foot on Pier 39. I’ve never walked across the Golden Gate Bridge. You--and your loved ones--probably have restaurant equivalents. Make this the holiday to take someone to one of their bucket list restaurants, whether it’s finally making it to \u003ca href=\"http://www.yanksing.com/home.php\" target=\"_blank\">Yank Sing\u003c/a> with your cousin or taking your aunt who owns own every single Alice Waters cookbook to \u003ca href=\"http://www.chezpanisse.com/intro.php\" target=\"_blank\">Chez Panisse\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113969\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113969\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Fern_Home-Cooked.jpg\" alt=\"Home Cooked: Essential Recipes for a New Way to Cook Kindle Edition by Anya Fernald.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2425\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Fern_Home-Cooked.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Fern_Home-Cooked-160x202.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Fern_Home-Cooked-800x1010.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Fern_Home-Cooked-768x970.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Fern_Home-Cooked-1020x1288.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Fern_Home-Cooked-1180x1490.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Fern_Home-Cooked-960x1213.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Fern_Home-Cooked-240x303.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Fern_Home-Cooked-375x474.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/12/Fern_Home-Cooked-520x657.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Home Cooked: Essential Recipes for a New Way to Cook Kindle Edition\u003cbr>by Anya Fernald. \u003ccite>(Ten Speed Press)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Cookbooks\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>People have been predicting the death of the cookbook for years, but year after year, they continue to top the bestseller list. This year, several local authors released cookbooks covering a wide variety of topics, suitable for everyone on your list. For the person in your life who’s committed to weeknight cooking--but who also wants to know how to cook over an open fire--pick up \u003ca href=\"http://www.belcampo.com/shop/uncategorized/home-cooked-by-anya-fernald/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cem>Home Cooked\u003c/em>,\u003c/a> from Belcampo Meat Co founder Anya Fernald. \u003ca href=\"http://www.flavorsofoakland.com/preorder/flavors-of-oakland\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cem>Flavors of Oakland \u003c/em>\u003c/a>offers an impressive guide to the Town’s varied cuisines, from Hawaiian to Jewish. Bakers should get San Francisco food blogger Irving Lin’s book of creative desserts, \u003ca href=\"http://www.indiebound.org/book/9780544453739\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cem>Marbled, Swirled, and Layered\u003c/em>\u003c/a>. Your friend with the classy mid century modern bar cart? Get them Smuggler’s Cove’s \u003ca href=\"http://www.smugglerscovesf.com/book/\" target=\"_blank\">guide to tiki drinks\u003c/a> or \u003ca href=\"https://umamimart.com/products/the-complete-cocktail-manual\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cem>The Complete Cocktail Manual\u003c/em>\u003c/a> from local food writer Lou Bustamante.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_96961\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-96961\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/06/IMG_2508-1920.jpg\" alt=\"Fusti, full of oil ready for tasting, all lined up at Amphora Nueva.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/06/IMG_2508-1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/06/IMG_2508-1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/06/IMG_2508-1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/06/IMG_2508-1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/06/IMG_2508-1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/06/IMG_2508-1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Fusti, full of oil ready for tasting, all lined up at Amphora Nueva. \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Ingredients\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>One of the best gifts for a home cook is an intriguing ingredient they wouldn’t buy themselves. If they usually cook with McCormick spices, get them a gift set from \u003ca href=\"https://oaktownspiceshop.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Oaktown Spice Shop\u003c/a>. Upgrade their bottle of Trader Joe’s olive oil to one from \u003ca href=\"http://amphoranueva.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Amphora Nueva\u003c/a> or \u003ca href=\"https://www.mcevoyranch.com/olive-oil-and-table\" target=\"_blank\">McEvoy Ranch\u003c/a>. Are they into experimental cooking techniques like sous vide and foams? Pick them up one of Berkeley perfumer Mandy Aftel’s intense, concentrated \u003ca href=\"http://www.aftelier.com/category-s/1820.htm\" target=\"_blank\">Chef’s Essences\u003c/a>, in flavors like fir needle and shisho. Did your college kid just come back her Berlin study abroad with a taste for sauerkraut and \u003cem>Der Spiegel\u003c/em>? Build her a gift basket of her new favorites from \u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/lehrs-german-specialties-san-francisco\" target=\"_blank\">Lehr’s German Specialties\u003c/a>. Or pick someone up a gift card to a fancy grocery store like \u003ca href=\"http://www.berkeleybowl.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Berkeley Bowl\u003c/a>, \u003ca href=\"http://www.rainbow.coop/\" target=\"_blank\">Rainbow Grocery\u003c/a> or \u003ca href=\"http://www.biritemarket.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Bi-Rite\u003c/a> and pair it with strict instructions to use it on something special and delightfully non-essential.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_95701\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-95701\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/04/POH14-112-2.jpg\" alt=\"A recent day in the kitchen at Open Hand.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1278\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/04/POH14-112-2.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/04/POH14-112-2-400x266.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/04/POH14-112-2-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/04/POH14-112-2-1440x959.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/04/POH14-112-2-1180x785.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/04/POH14-112-2-960x639.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A recent day in the kitchen at Open Hand. \u003ccite>(Project Open Hand)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Donation\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Everyone appreciates a gift made in their name to a worthy charity. There are plenty of \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/11/16/your-bay-area-guide-to-holiday-volunteering-and-donations/\" target=\"_blank\">food-centric charities\u003c/a> doing important work in the Bay Area, and we’ve covered a few of them: there’s \u003ca href=\"https://www.openhand.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Project Open Hand\u003c/a>, which \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/04/28/project-open-hand-turns-30-an-iconic-san-francisco-nonprofit-looks-forward/\" target=\"_blank\">provides nutritious meals\u003c/a> for people with AIDS and other illnesses. Then there’s the \u003ca href=\"http://ceresproject.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Ceres Project\u003c/a>, a \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/03/31/ceres-community-project-brings-healing-food-and-youth-empowerment-to-alameda/\" target=\"_blank\">nonprofit that teaches teens to cook\u003c/a> while providing meals for Bay Area residents with serious illnesses. \u003ca href=\"http://www.rootsofchange.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Roots of Change\u003c/a> funds the kind of \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/11/13/how-oaklands-roots-of-change-transforms-food-policy-in-california/\" target=\"_blank\">important food policy research\u003c/a> that will probably come under threat during Trump’s presidency. The \u003ca href=\"http://oaklandfood.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Oakland Food Policy Council \u003c/a>wants to build an \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/10/12/race-money-and-food-talking-to-the-oakland-food-policy-council/\" target=\"_blank\">equitable food system\u003c/a> for The Town. In San Francisco, \u003ca href=\"https://www.projecthomelessconnect.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Project Homeless Connect\u003c/a> hosts all-in-one events where people experiencing homelessness can \u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/12/07/shelter-is-just-the-beginning-project-homeless-connect-hosts-multi-service-events-to-help-homeless-san-franciscans/\" target=\"_blank\">secure everything from groceries to STD tests to wheelchair repair\u003c/a>. And don’t forgot your \u003ca href=\"https://www.sfmfoodbank.org/\" target=\"_blank\">local food banks\u003c/a>--they can always use donations, as can religious organizations like \u003ca href=\"https://www.glide.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Glide \u003c/a>and \u003ca href=\"https://www.stanthonysf.org/\" target=\"_blank\">St. Anthony’s\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cp>What \u003cem>exactly\u003c/em> is dim sum anyway? While there are aficionados throughout the Bay Area, who can spend hours arguing the merits of what makes authentic dim sum and variations locations, for those of us less well-versed, a quick tutorial: Dim Sum refers to a wide range of dishes, and is more about the style and time of the meal. Typically, the small dishes are served as snacks with tea. Pick your small plates (or baskets) from roving carts. Classic dim sum dishes generally include steamed or fried dumplings with different fillings -- though a number of new and modern takes have extended the title of dim sum to wide range of interesting dishes.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>While there are dozens and dozens of dim sum restaurants around the Bay Area, here are a few favorite spots we can recommend. If we missed your go-to spot, let us know in the comments.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113791\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 800px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/yank-sing.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113791\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/yank-sing.jpg\" alt=\"A dumpling at Yank Sing.\" width=\"800\" height=\"763\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/yank-sing.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/yank-sing-160x153.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/yank-sing-768x732.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/yank-sing-240x229.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/yank-sing-375x358.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/yank-sing-520x496.jpg 520w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/yank-sing-32x32.jpg 32w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A dumpling at Yank Sing. \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Yank Sing)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>San Francisco\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yanksing.com/home.php\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Yank Sing\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Often considered a San Francisco classic and one of the granddaddy of dim sum spots in the city, with two locations in downtown, Yank Sing won a James Beard Award in 2009. Make a lunchtime reservation, order from the printed menu or just pick from the carts coming around, and watch out as your bill adds up. The BBQ pork bun is a classic at a classic.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.kingofchinesedumpling.com/english/contact.htm\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Kingdom of Dumpling\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Down the street from \u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/dumpling-kitchen-san-francisco\" target=\"_blank\">Dumpling Kitchen\u003c/a>, Kingdom of Dumpling makes up part of a hub of dim sum excellence -- with a wholesale location nearby. Well-regarded for their xiao long bao, Kingdom of Dumpling also has a long dumpling menu and tasty appetizers, like the garlic green beans.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.greateasternsf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Great Eastern\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Yes, President Obama has eaten here. But so have thousands of locals. Right in the heart of Chinatown, Great Eastern is basically one very large and bustling dining room. If you can't read Chinese, pick from a picture menu with simple English titles. Steamed Shanghai dumplings arrive in wooden baskets and the steamed pork buns are delicious. A full dinner menu is offered, but dim sum is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cash only.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://mamajissf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Mama Ji's\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Started as a pop-up, \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2013/10/08/mama-jis-a-deliciously-quirky-addition-to-the-castros-restaurant-scene/\" target=\"_blank\">Mama Ji's\u003c/a> has blossomed in its simple space at the edge of the Castro. It's not a typical dim sum spot, but more of a modern take. Along with a regular dim sum menu, there are vegetarian pork buns and a steamed lotus-leaf wrapped packet of glutinous rice and shrimp sausage. The menu also includes family specialties and Sichuan classics.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://hongkongloungesf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Hong Kong Lounge\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Hong Kong Lounge isn't connected to Hong Kong Lounge II (though the owner of the second used to own the first, but not anymore), but both are excellent dim sum locations. The Hong Kong Lounge I used to be wildly popular, fell out of trend, and is now back. There aren't any carts coming around, but order all you can of baked good. The steamed pork buns are one-of-a-kind.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113793\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1000px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/steamed-dungeness-crab-dumplings.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113793\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/steamed-dungeness-crab-dumplings.jpg\" alt=\"Steamed Dungeness crab dumplings at East Ocean Seafood Restaurant.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"561\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/steamed-dungeness-crab-dumplings.jpg 1000w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/steamed-dungeness-crab-dumplings-160x90.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/steamed-dungeness-crab-dumplings-800x449.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/steamed-dungeness-crab-dumplings-768x431.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/steamed-dungeness-crab-dumplings-960x539.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/steamed-dungeness-crab-dumplings-240x135.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/steamed-dungeness-crab-dumplings-375x210.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/steamed-dungeness-crab-dumplings-520x292.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Steamed Dungeness crab dumplings at East Ocean Seafood Restaurant. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>East Bay\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.eastoceanseafoodrestaurant.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>East Ocean Seafood Restaurant\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Dim sum is served in this Alameda favorite from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Pick from waiters' carts or tray. But if you go on the weekend, be prepared to wait in a long line. The Dungeness crab dumplings are a fresh Bay Area take on the standard -- actually all the seafood comes recommended -- and finish off with the fried sweet durian custard-filled pastry puffs.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://asianpearl.yolasite.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Asian Pearl Seafood Restaurant\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: The motto here is: \"culinary wonderland.\" And that's exactly what this Richmond restaurant is. You can order dim sum everyday and at all hours -- along with Hong Kong style meals. You'll want to try the soft baked BBQ pork buns, the fried turnip cakes, and steamed scallop and shrimp dumplings. Once you're full (or while you're waiting beforehand), there's the nearby Asian grocer, \u003ca href=\"https://www.99ranch.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Ranch Market 99\u003c/a>, and a gift shop and bookstore.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.imperialtea.com/category-s/1881.htm\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Imperial Tea Court\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: This Berkeley teahouse is, first and foremost, about tea. However, the spot above \u003ca href=\"http://epicuriousgarden.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Epicurious Garden\u003c/a> also has a surprisingly in-depth menu -- made from local, organic ingredients to boot. Sit on the patio and nibble on the dim sum tasting platter. Specialties include their Dragon Well dumplings, pumpkin or pork shao mai, and green onion pancakes.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113796\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 800px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/koi-palace.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-113796\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/koi-palace-800x572.jpg\" alt=\"Dim sum plates and tea at Koi Palace.\" width=\"800\" height=\"572\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/koi-palace-800x572.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/koi-palace-160x114.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/koi-palace-768x549.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/koi-palace-1020x730.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/koi-palace-1180x844.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/koi-palace-960x687.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/koi-palace-240x172.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/koi-palace-375x268.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/koi-palace-520x372.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Dim sum plates and tea at Koi Palace. \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Koi Palace)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>South Bay\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/joy-luck-palace-cupertino\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Joy Luck Palace\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Stuffed in a shopping center in Cupertino, the hidden massive dining room is home to some of the best dim sum in the South Bay. On the weekends you might have to wait a half-hour or longer, but once you're sitting simply pluck from the nearest cart that comes by. Servers push around steamed baskets of buns or spoon dishes like sauteed green beans directly from hot clay pots. For dessert, try the baked sweet buns with a coconut-honey filling.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://koipalace.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Koi Palace\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Koi Palace has three locations, but the Daly City restaurant is perhaps the most well-known for its 20 years of dishing out dim sum. The wait can be \u003cem>long\u003c/em> on weekends, but the giant and extravagant space has a koi pond and live seafood tanks for you to admire. The Shanghai steamed dumpling sampler gives you a variety of dumplings to try, from beets to black truffles. And the seafood versions include rare abalone. 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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>What \u003cem>exactly\u003c/em> is dim sum anyway? While there are aficionados throughout the Bay Area, who can spend hours arguing the merits of what makes authentic dim sum and variations locations, for those of us less well-versed, a quick tutorial: Dim Sum refers to a wide range of dishes, and is more about the style and time of the meal. Typically, the small dishes are served as snacks with tea. Pick your small plates (or baskets) from roving carts. Classic dim sum dishes generally include steamed or fried dumplings with different fillings -- though a number of new and modern takes have extended the title of dim sum to wide range of interesting dishes.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>While there are dozens and dozens of dim sum restaurants around the Bay Area, here are a few favorite spots we can recommend. If we missed your go-to spot, let us know in the comments.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113791\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 800px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/yank-sing.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113791\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/yank-sing.jpg\" alt=\"A dumpling at Yank Sing.\" width=\"800\" height=\"763\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/yank-sing.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/yank-sing-160x153.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/yank-sing-768x732.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/yank-sing-240x229.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/yank-sing-375x358.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/yank-sing-520x496.jpg 520w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/yank-sing-32x32.jpg 32w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A dumpling at Yank Sing. \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Yank Sing)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>San Francisco\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yanksing.com/home.php\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Yank Sing\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Often considered a San Francisco classic and one of the granddaddy of dim sum spots in the city, with two locations in downtown, Yank Sing won a James Beard Award in 2009. Make a lunchtime reservation, order from the printed menu or just pick from the carts coming around, and watch out as your bill adds up. The BBQ pork bun is a classic at a classic.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.kingofchinesedumpling.com/english/contact.htm\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Kingdom of Dumpling\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Down the street from \u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/dumpling-kitchen-san-francisco\" target=\"_blank\">Dumpling Kitchen\u003c/a>, Kingdom of Dumpling makes up part of a hub of dim sum excellence -- with a wholesale location nearby. Well-regarded for their xiao long bao, Kingdom of Dumpling also has a long dumpling menu and tasty appetizers, like the garlic green beans.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.greateasternsf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Great Eastern\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Yes, President Obama has eaten here. But so have thousands of locals. Right in the heart of Chinatown, Great Eastern is basically one very large and bustling dining room. If you can't read Chinese, pick from a picture menu with simple English titles. Steamed Shanghai dumplings arrive in wooden baskets and the steamed pork buns are delicious. A full dinner menu is offered, but dim sum is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cash only.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://mamajissf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Mama Ji's\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Started as a pop-up, \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2013/10/08/mama-jis-a-deliciously-quirky-addition-to-the-castros-restaurant-scene/\" target=\"_blank\">Mama Ji's\u003c/a> has blossomed in its simple space at the edge of the Castro. It's not a typical dim sum spot, but more of a modern take. Along with a regular dim sum menu, there are vegetarian pork buns and a steamed lotus-leaf wrapped packet of glutinous rice and shrimp sausage. The menu also includes family specialties and Sichuan classics.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://hongkongloungesf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Hong Kong Lounge\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Hong Kong Lounge isn't connected to Hong Kong Lounge II (though the owner of the second used to own the first, but not anymore), but both are excellent dim sum locations. The Hong Kong Lounge I used to be wildly popular, fell out of trend, and is now back. There aren't any carts coming around, but order all you can of baked good. The steamed pork buns are one-of-a-kind.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113793\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1000px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/steamed-dungeness-crab-dumplings.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113793\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/steamed-dungeness-crab-dumplings.jpg\" alt=\"Steamed Dungeness crab dumplings at East Ocean Seafood Restaurant.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"561\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/steamed-dungeness-crab-dumplings.jpg 1000w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/steamed-dungeness-crab-dumplings-160x90.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/steamed-dungeness-crab-dumplings-800x449.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/steamed-dungeness-crab-dumplings-768x431.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/steamed-dungeness-crab-dumplings-960x539.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/steamed-dungeness-crab-dumplings-240x135.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/steamed-dungeness-crab-dumplings-375x210.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/steamed-dungeness-crab-dumplings-520x292.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Steamed Dungeness crab dumplings at East Ocean Seafood Restaurant. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>East Bay\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.eastoceanseafoodrestaurant.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>East Ocean Seafood Restaurant\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Dim sum is served in this Alameda favorite from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Pick from waiters' carts or tray. But if you go on the weekend, be prepared to wait in a long line. The Dungeness crab dumplings are a fresh Bay Area take on the standard -- actually all the seafood comes recommended -- and finish off with the fried sweet durian custard-filled pastry puffs.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://asianpearl.yolasite.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Asian Pearl Seafood Restaurant\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: The motto here is: \"culinary wonderland.\" And that's exactly what this Richmond restaurant is. You can order dim sum everyday and at all hours -- along with Hong Kong style meals. You'll want to try the soft baked BBQ pork buns, the fried turnip cakes, and steamed scallop and shrimp dumplings. Once you're full (or while you're waiting beforehand), there's the nearby Asian grocer, \u003ca href=\"https://www.99ranch.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Ranch Market 99\u003c/a>, and a gift shop and bookstore.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.imperialtea.com/category-s/1881.htm\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Imperial Tea Court\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: This Berkeley teahouse is, first and foremost, about tea. However, the spot above \u003ca href=\"http://epicuriousgarden.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Epicurious Garden\u003c/a> also has a surprisingly in-depth menu -- made from local, organic ingredients to boot. Sit on the patio and nibble on the dim sum tasting platter. Specialties include their Dragon Well dumplings, pumpkin or pork shao mai, and green onion pancakes.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113796\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 800px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/koi-palace.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-113796\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/koi-palace-800x572.jpg\" alt=\"Dim sum plates and tea at Koi Palace.\" width=\"800\" height=\"572\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/koi-palace-800x572.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/koi-palace-160x114.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/koi-palace-768x549.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/koi-palace-1020x730.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/koi-palace-1180x844.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/koi-palace-960x687.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/koi-palace-240x172.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/koi-palace-375x268.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/koi-palace-520x372.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Dim sum plates and tea at Koi Palace. \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Koi Palace)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>South Bay\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/joy-luck-palace-cupertino\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Joy Luck Palace\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Stuffed in a shopping center in Cupertino, the hidden massive dining room is home to some of the best dim sum in the South Bay. On the weekends you might have to wait a half-hour or longer, but once you're sitting simply pluck from the nearest cart that comes by. Servers push around steamed baskets of buns or spoon dishes like sauteed green beans directly from hot clay pots. For dessert, try the baked sweet buns with a coconut-honey filling.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://koipalace.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Koi Palace\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Koi Palace has three locations, but the Daly City restaurant is perhaps the most well-known for its 20 years of dishing out dim sum. The wait can be \u003cem>long\u003c/em> on weekends, but the giant and extravagant space has a koi pond and live seafood tanks for you to admire. The Shanghai steamed dumpling sampler gives you a variety of dumplings to try, from beets to black truffles. And the seafood versions include rare abalone. Dim sum is served only for lunch.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.myoceandelight.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Ocean Delight\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: It can be a long drive for city-goers making their way down to San Jose, but once you're there you'll find a bustling (but not overcrowded) dim sum favorite. Seafood is the specialty here: pan-fried chive and shrimp dumplings, steamed shrimp and crab dumplings, shrimp stuffed mushrooms, and fried shrimp stuffed eggplant.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cp>It's starting to feel a lot like time for chocolate. As the weather gets chilly and the holidays are just around the corner, there's nothing like sipping a warm cup of hot chocolate, savoring a tasty brownie, or just nibbling on a truffle. Fortunately, there are options.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>While you can always get a top-notch custom gift box at See's or order a hot chocolate dessert at Ghiradelli, there are dozens more unique and local chocolatiers throughout the Bay Area. Many of them handcraft their chocolate on site or source their organic and fair trade beans from a variety of places. Check out some of these chocolate shops. And let us know if we missed your favorite.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113698\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 640px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-113698\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-1020x1020.jpg\" alt=\"Celebration cake from Dandelion Chocolate\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-1020x1020.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-160x160.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-800x800.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-768x768.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-1180x1180.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-960x960.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-240x240.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-375x375.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-520x520.jpg 520w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-32x32.jpg 32w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-50x50.jpg 50w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-64x64.jpg 64w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-96x96.jpg 96w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-128x128.jpg 128w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Celebration cake from Dandelion Chocolate \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Dandelion Chocolate)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>San Francisco\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.dandelionchocolate.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Dandelion Chocolate\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Founded in 2010, the company makes their small-batch chocolate from scratch from beans sourced from South America and Africa. Their factory and cafe in the Mission offers tours and classes, including workshops for kids. Or visit the kiosk in the Ferry Building.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.hookerssweettreats.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Hooker's Sweet Treats\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Hooker's doesn't just make chocolate treats-- in addition to the original salted caramels (and the variety of caramel chocolate flavors), you should also try their famous bread pudding and some of the city's best cookies. Visit the small shop in the Tenderloin to see what's fresh and pick up a small-batch present.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.chocolatecoveredsf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Chocolate Covered\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: This quirky little shop in Noe Valley may not seem like much from the outside, but inside it has one of the widest selections of chocolates -- local and from around the world. There are countless boxes to pick from or have a custom box made. The signature tins come with pictures of San Francisco on them.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.recchiuti.com\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Recchiuti\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: When he and his wife founded the confectionary, Michael Recchiuti's goal was to bring his handmade chocolate treats to San Francisco. Now, there are two locations: an outpost in the Ferry Building and a larger shop and cafe in the Dogpatch. Try the Rocky Recchiuti Brownies or the seasonal champagne truffles, or order one of the beautiful gift boxes.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.charleschocolates.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Charles Chocolates\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Head to the chocolate factory in the Mission to pick out individual chocolate truffles or try one of their new creations, like the \"Don't Make Me Snicker\" bar. Buy a gift box for a friend. Tours are offered to small groups and Sunday afternoon tea is a popular weekly attraction.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113704\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 640px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-113704\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-1020x1020.jpg\" alt=\"Mint chip bars at TCHO\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-1020x1020.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-160x160.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-800x800.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-768x768.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-960x960.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-240x240.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-375x375.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-520x520.jpg 520w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-32x32.jpg 32w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-50x50.jpg 50w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-64x64.jpg 64w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-96x96.jpg 96w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-128x128.jpg 128w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-150x150.jpg 150w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mint chip bars at TCHO \u003ccite>(Courtesy of TCHO)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>East Bay\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.tcho.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>TCHO\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: TCHO makes gluten-free chocolate out of its Berkeley headquarters -- though it has retail locations in San Francisco. (It also has organic products and its dark chocolate is vegan.) The fair trade chocolatier is known for its attractive gift boxes and unique arrangements.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://michaelmischerchocolates.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Michael Mischer Chocolates\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: This boutique specializes in chocolates filled with edibles like salted caramel, Irish whiskey, or baked apple. The designer chocolate bars aren't bad either. Order online or sit in the cafe on Grand Avenue in Oakland and drink a hot chocolate while you're there.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.theoaklandchocolateco.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>The Oakland Chocolate Company\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Made with cocoa beans from Jamaica, the Oakland Chocolate Company's chocolates are made each Monday in small batches. There are new truffle flavors each month. Or just sign for the Chocolate of the Month Club.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.casadechocolates.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Casa de Chocolates\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Focused on Latin American chocolates and desserts, Berkeley-based Casa de Chocolates makes everything from flan to Mexican wedding cookies. The chocolates are spiced with flavors like chile, chopped pistachios, and candied ginger.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.barloventochocolates.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Barlovento Chocolates\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Started with ingredients from the farmers market, Barlovento has come full circle selling primarily at farmers markets around the Bay Area, with a kitchen in Jack London Square. The cocoa is sourced from Venezuela. Try the mint truffles or the salted caramels.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113707\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 640px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/1052250_339144739557137_1735591742_o.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-113707\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/1052250_339144739557137_1735591742_o-1020x680.jpg\" alt=\"Mariette Fine Chocolates\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/1052250_339144739557137_1735591742_o-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/1052250_339144739557137_1735591742_o-160x107.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/1052250_339144739557137_1735591742_o-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/1052250_339144739557137_1735591742_o-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/1052250_339144739557137_1735591742_o-1180x786.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/1052250_339144739557137_1735591742_o-960x640.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/1052250_339144739557137_1735591742_o-240x160.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/1052250_339144739557137_1735591742_o-375x250.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/1052250_339144739557137_1735591742_o-520x347.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mariette Fine Chocolates \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Mariette)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>South Bay\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.dolcebellachocolates.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Dolce Bella Chocolates & Cafe\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Not just a chocolate shop, Dolce Bella is also a cafe, where you can enjoy a chili hot chocolate or coffee. (There's also a weekly dinner, soup, and salad menu.) If you order a chocolate box online, it's made fresh to order and can be shipped as gifts.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.mariettechocolates.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Mariette Chocolates\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: In the historic Willow Glen neighborhood, Mariette specializes in exotic chocolate covered fruits and other treats. Pick and choose from hundreds of varieties in the cute and packed shop.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.chocolatedreambox.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Chocolate Dream Box\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Tucked in a strip mall in Los Gatos, Chocolate Dream Box makes European-syle chocolates in artistic gift boxes. Find all kinds of holiday-themed chocolates in assorted festive shapes, made with ingredients from around the world. This is the place for tasty and fun gifts for everyone you know.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>It's starting to feel a lot like time for chocolate. As the weather gets chilly and the holidays are just around the corner, there's nothing like sipping a warm cup of hot chocolate, savoring a tasty brownie, or just nibbling on a truffle. Fortunately, there are options.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>While you can always get a top-notch custom gift box at See's or order a hot chocolate dessert at Ghiradelli, there are dozens more unique and local chocolatiers throughout the Bay Area. Many of them handcraft their chocolate on site or source their organic and fair trade beans from a variety of places. Check out some of these chocolate shops. And let us know if we missed your favorite.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113698\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 640px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-113698\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-1020x1020.jpg\" alt=\"Celebration cake from Dandelion Chocolate\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-1020x1020.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-160x160.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-800x800.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-768x768.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-1180x1180.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-960x960.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-240x240.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-375x375.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-520x520.jpg 520w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-32x32.jpg 32w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-50x50.jpg 50w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-64x64.jpg 64w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-96x96.jpg 96w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-128x128.jpg 128w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14612495_1192591067482244_8902322987155086800_o-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Celebration cake from Dandelion Chocolate \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Dandelion Chocolate)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>San Francisco\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.dandelionchocolate.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Dandelion Chocolate\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Founded in 2010, the company makes their small-batch chocolate from scratch from beans sourced from South America and Africa. Their factory and cafe in the Mission offers tours and classes, including workshops for kids. Or visit the kiosk in the Ferry Building.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.hookerssweettreats.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Hooker's Sweet Treats\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Hooker's doesn't just make chocolate treats-- in addition to the original salted caramels (and the variety of caramel chocolate flavors), you should also try their famous bread pudding and some of the city's best cookies. Visit the small shop in the Tenderloin to see what's fresh and pick up a small-batch present.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.chocolatecoveredsf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Chocolate Covered\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: This quirky little shop in Noe Valley may not seem like much from the outside, but inside it has one of the widest selections of chocolates -- local and from around the world. There are countless boxes to pick from or have a custom box made. The signature tins come with pictures of San Francisco on them.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.recchiuti.com\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Recchiuti\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: When he and his wife founded the confectionary, Michael Recchiuti's goal was to bring his handmade chocolate treats to San Francisco. Now, there are two locations: an outpost in the Ferry Building and a larger shop and cafe in the Dogpatch. Try the Rocky Recchiuti Brownies or the seasonal champagne truffles, or order one of the beautiful gift boxes.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.charleschocolates.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Charles Chocolates\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Head to the chocolate factory in the Mission to pick out individual chocolate truffles or try one of their new creations, like the \"Don't Make Me Snicker\" bar. Buy a gift box for a friend. Tours are offered to small groups and Sunday afternoon tea is a popular weekly attraction.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113704\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 640px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-113704\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-1020x1020.jpg\" alt=\"Mint chip bars at TCHO\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-1020x1020.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-160x160.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-800x800.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-768x768.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-960x960.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-240x240.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-375x375.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-520x520.jpg 520w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-32x32.jpg 32w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-50x50.jpg 50w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-64x64.jpg 64w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-96x96.jpg 96w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-128x128.jpg 128w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o-150x150.jpg 150w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/14991271_10154089070166868_8280488785345961264_o.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mint chip bars at TCHO \u003ccite>(Courtesy of TCHO)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>East Bay\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.tcho.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>TCHO\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: TCHO makes gluten-free chocolate out of its Berkeley headquarters -- though it has retail locations in San Francisco. (It also has organic products and its dark chocolate is vegan.) The fair trade chocolatier is known for its attractive gift boxes and unique arrangements.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://michaelmischerchocolates.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Michael Mischer Chocolates\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: This boutique specializes in chocolates filled with edibles like salted caramel, Irish whiskey, or baked apple. The designer chocolate bars aren't bad either. Order online or sit in the cafe on Grand Avenue in Oakland and drink a hot chocolate while you're there.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.theoaklandchocolateco.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>The Oakland Chocolate Company\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Made with cocoa beans from Jamaica, the Oakland Chocolate Company's chocolates are made each Monday in small batches. There are new truffle flavors each month. Or just sign for the Chocolate of the Month Club.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.casadechocolates.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Casa de Chocolates\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Focused on Latin American chocolates and desserts, Berkeley-based Casa de Chocolates makes everything from flan to Mexican wedding cookies. The chocolates are spiced with flavors like chile, chopped pistachios, and candied ginger.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.barloventochocolates.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Barlovento Chocolates\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Started with ingredients from the farmers market, Barlovento has come full circle selling primarily at farmers markets around the Bay Area, with a kitchen in Jack London Square. The cocoa is sourced from Venezuela. Try the mint truffles or the salted caramels.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113707\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 640px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/1052250_339144739557137_1735591742_o.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-113707\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/1052250_339144739557137_1735591742_o-1020x680.jpg\" alt=\"Mariette Fine Chocolates\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/1052250_339144739557137_1735591742_o-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/1052250_339144739557137_1735591742_o-160x107.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/1052250_339144739557137_1735591742_o-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/1052250_339144739557137_1735591742_o-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/1052250_339144739557137_1735591742_o-1180x786.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/1052250_339144739557137_1735591742_o-960x640.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/1052250_339144739557137_1735591742_o-240x160.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/1052250_339144739557137_1735591742_o-375x250.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/1052250_339144739557137_1735591742_o-520x347.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mariette Fine Chocolates \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Mariette)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>South Bay\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.dolcebellachocolates.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Dolce Bella Chocolates & Cafe\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Not just a chocolate shop, Dolce Bella is also a cafe, where you can enjoy a chili hot chocolate or coffee. (There's also a weekly dinner, soup, and salad menu.) If you order a chocolate box online, it's made fresh to order and can be shipped as gifts.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.mariettechocolates.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Mariette Chocolates\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: In the historic Willow Glen neighborhood, Mariette specializes in exotic chocolate covered fruits and other treats. Pick and choose from hundreds of varieties in the cute and packed shop.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"http://www.chocolatedreambox.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Chocolate Dream Box\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>: Tucked in a strip mall in Los Gatos, Chocolate Dream Box makes European-syle chocolates in artistic gift boxes. Find all kinds of holiday-themed chocolates in assorted festive shapes, made with ingredients from around the world. This is the place for tasty and fun gifts for everyone you know.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"disqusTitle": "Bay Area Bites Guide to 5 Favorite Spots For Mediterranean Food in Berkeley, Emeryville, Albany and San Pablo",
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"content": "\u003cp>The term “Mediterranean food” encompasses a staggering number of regions and foods, from Turkey’s moussaka to Spain’s paella. The phrase includes such a huge variety of cuisine that \u003ca href=\"http://www.nytimes.com/2011/04/03/magazine/mag-03YouRHere-t.html\" target=\"_blank\">some argue \u003c/a>there’s no such thing as authentic Mediterranean food. Yet in the US, the term has become shorthand for a simple, healthful style of cooking, something that’s heavy on fresh vegetables, fish and lamb and probably contains a vat of olive oil. In the Bay Area, we’re lucky to have a wealth of options for this kind of Mediterranean food, from high-end restaurants to hole-in-the-wall cafes. Here are some of our favorites in the East Bay--if we left yours out, let us know in the comments.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Wally’s Cafe\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113692\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113692\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0104.jpg\" alt=\"A lamb and beef gyro (plus free soup) at Wally's Cafe.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0104.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0104-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0104-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0104-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0104-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0104-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0104-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0104-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0104-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0104-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A lamb and beef gyro (plus free soup) at Wally's Cafe. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Emeryville’s 40th and San Pablo shopping center has nearly everything you could ever need--from shimmery eyeshadows at Ulta to a power saw at Home Depot--but it lacks non-chain eateries. Luckily, there’s \u003cstrong>Wally’s Cafe\u003c/strong>, tucked off San Pablo and attached to the divey Bank Club bar. Once you find the place, you’ll be rewarded by a menu of standard Mediterranean dishes with an emphasis on Lebanese food from owner Wally Matar, who knows how to make diners feel welcome: every meal starts with a free bowl of flavorful lentil soup. A lamb and beef gyro was a departure from the typical shaven-kebab style and featured marinated beef and lamb formed into patties, then crisped. The well-seasoned meat was topped with tzatziki, a shower of herbs, crunchy lettuce, and sumac-y onions. The bread is considerately thick to help keep it from degrading, but it’s still messy, requiring neck contortions to keep it from falling apart. At the end of your meal, there’s another gracious touch: a free piece of delicate, flaky, not-too-sweet Lebanese baklava. Is it any wonder why nearby Pixar employees love the place so much they allegedly decided to immortalize it in 2008’s \u003cem>WALL-E\u003c/em>? (A poster of which hangs in the restaurant, proudly bearing Matar’s name tag from his visit to the studio) Bring cash, and prepare for a wait if you go at lunch time: on a recent weekday, the restaurant and its outdoor area were packed with a crowd that ranged from office workers describing their new favorite podcast to a couple debating whether or not it’s dangerous to crack your joints.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.wallysemeryville.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Wally's Cafe\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n3900 San Pablo Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/H3jwh1gv8io\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nEmeryville, CA 94608\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 597-1303\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sat, 11am-10pm; Closed Sunday\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/WallysCafe/\" target=\"_blank\">Wally's Cafe\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ (Entrees $11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>La Méditerranée\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113695\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113695\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0058-e1479516443530.jpg\" alt=\"A lunch special Middle Eastern Plate from La Mediterranée.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A lunch special Middle Eastern Plate from La Mediterranée. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Charming neighborhood spot \u003cstrong>La Méditerranée\u003c/strong>, with locations in San Francisco and Berkeley, has been a Bay Area standby since 1979, when owners Levon Der Bedrossian and Garbis Baghdassarian opened the first one on Fillmore. The reason for their longevity--as evidenced by the doorway, its length covered with Zagat, Yelp and TripAdvisor recommendation stickers--is straightforward: delicious, simple, food prepared well and at a good price. There are other pros: a huge seating area, easily able to accommodate a \u003cem>Friends\u003c/em>-sized group of amigos; heating lamps outside for when the weather isn’t Mediterranean-esque temperate; and smiling, efficient service. Yet another boon is the long lunch special, which goes until 4 PM and includes some of their star dishes for a few bucks less. If you’re new to the restaurant, get the Middle Eastern plate, which comes with a dizzying amount of options: a rich, sumac-spiked levant sandwich; a sweetly fragrant chunk of Chicken Cilicia; a towering, flaky spinach and feta roll similar to Spanakopita; and a bowl of soup (a piquant bowl of lemon chicken on my visit). In case that wasn’t enough, you also get cheese, fruit, pita, and a sizable dollop of hummus.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.cafelamed.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>La Méditerranée\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n2936 College Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/xgJUcoSXzbw\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, CA 94705\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 540-7773\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Thu, 10am-9:30pm 5-10pm; Fri-Sat, 10am-10:30pm.\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cafe-La-Mediterranee-Berkeley/285135371609495\" target=\"_blank\">Cafe La Mediterranee Berkeley\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ (Entrees $11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Rojbas Mediterranean Grill\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113689\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113689\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0069.jpg\" alt=\"A spicy Adana Kebab from Rojbas Grill.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0069.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0069-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0069-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0069-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0069-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0069-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0069-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0069-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0069-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0069-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A spicy Adana Kebab from Rojbas Grill. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Downtown Berkeley’s \u003cstrong>Rojbas Grill\u003c/strong> is a respite from University Ave’s activity, a peaceful place with buttercup yellow walls to get an affordable, delicious meal. Owner Emin Tekin’s salads are from the 90s (goat cheese and beet, spinach and blue cheese) but his menu is decidedly Mediterranean, with a focus on Kurdish dishes like Adana-style lamb and a mast o sir yogurt dip. The Adana kebab was an antidote for anyone who's experienced tough, rubbery lamb. It was rich and succulent, with an enlivening but not overpowering level of heat. The food is lovingly, almost painstakingly prepared by a single kitchen worker, leaving you time to ponder the efficacy of a nearby \"Mein Trumpf\" sign, or to simply be hypnotized by the slowly rotating column of meat on a spit.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.rojbasgrill.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Rojbas Mediterranean Grill\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1901 University Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/yc2TTuug1zS2\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, CA 94704\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 679-5205\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sun, 11am-10pm.\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Entrees $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Zaytoon Mediterranean Restaurant & Bar\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113690\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113690\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0081.jpg\" alt=\"Mansaf from Zaytoon.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0081.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0081-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0081-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0081-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0081-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0081-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0081-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0081-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0081-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0081-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mansaf from Zaytoon. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The Bay Area has no shortage of low-to-medium priced options for quick, cheap Mediterranean meals. But what if you want something a little more upscale? Albany’s \u003cstrong>Zaytoon\u003c/strong>, which owner Izat Eliyan opened this year, aims to fill that gap. The decor is casually elegant--subdued teal leather booths, artistic light fixtures--and the menu follows suit, with a thoughtfully varied menu that emphasizes sourcing (most of the meats are local). While many dishes are familiar--kebabs abound--there are some rarer-seen options like mansaf, Jordan’s national dish. It’s a tower of incredibly tender braised lamb on top of lavash and yogurt. As you eat, the soggy bread collapses into a delicious mush, thanks to the tangy yogurt, with slivered nuts adding crunch.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/zaytoon-mediterranean-restaurant-and-bar-albany-2\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Zaytoon Mediterranean Restaurant & Bar\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1133 Solano Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/q5wxQBz3Zox\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nAlbany, CA 94706\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 898-1316\u003cbr>\nHours: Tue-Sun, 11:30am-9:30pm; Closed Monday.\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$$ (Entrees $18-$24)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Kebab Express\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113691\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113691\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0083.jpg\" alt=\"Chicken and rice at Kebab Express.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0083.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0083-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0083-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0083-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0083-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0083-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0083-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0083-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0083-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0083-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chicken and rice at Kebab Express. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Should you find yourself starving in San Pablo--whether you’re stuck in traffic on the 80 or just trying to fill up before a long night of gambling at Lytton Springs--park yourself in a nondescript shopping center for distinctive, excellent Mediterranean food. \u003cstrong>Kebab Express\u003c/strong> (located next to charmingly named taqueria-slash-pizzeria Americana Restaurant) offers a halal menu of traditional gyros, but don’t miss their simple chicken and rice dishes, usually prepared by owner Farid Mohsini. A huge pile of chicken--well seasoned, tender, with some char from the grill--comes topped with garlic yogurt sauce. Choose your spice level wisely (when they say spicy, they mean it), but the green sauce it comes with, a zingy yogurt and cilantro jalapeno affair, adds a tempering burst of freshness. Portions are gigantic, so prepare to stay a while: grab some plastic cutlery and settle in to watch the TV in the corner (playing \u003cem>NCIS\u003c/em> on my visit) and enjoy your mountain of food.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/kebab-express-san-pablo\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Kebab Express\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n13350 San Pablo Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/PDbD2C9msX82\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Pablo, CA 94806\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 233-2733\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sun, 11am-9pm.\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Entrees $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>The term “Mediterranean food” encompasses a staggering number of regions and foods, from Turkey’s moussaka to Spain’s paella. The phrase includes such a huge variety of cuisine that \u003ca href=\"http://www.nytimes.com/2011/04/03/magazine/mag-03YouRHere-t.html\" target=\"_blank\">some argue \u003c/a>there’s no such thing as authentic Mediterranean food. Yet in the US, the term has become shorthand for a simple, healthful style of cooking, something that’s heavy on fresh vegetables, fish and lamb and probably contains a vat of olive oil. In the Bay Area, we’re lucky to have a wealth of options for this kind of Mediterranean food, from high-end restaurants to hole-in-the-wall cafes. Here are some of our favorites in the East Bay--if we left yours out, let us know in the comments.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Wally’s Cafe\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113692\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113692\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0104.jpg\" alt=\"A lamb and beef gyro (plus free soup) at Wally's Cafe.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0104.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0104-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0104-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0104-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0104-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0104-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0104-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0104-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0104-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0104-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A lamb and beef gyro (plus free soup) at Wally's Cafe. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Emeryville’s 40th and San Pablo shopping center has nearly everything you could ever need--from shimmery eyeshadows at Ulta to a power saw at Home Depot--but it lacks non-chain eateries. Luckily, there’s \u003cstrong>Wally’s Cafe\u003c/strong>, tucked off San Pablo and attached to the divey Bank Club bar. Once you find the place, you’ll be rewarded by a menu of standard Mediterranean dishes with an emphasis on Lebanese food from owner Wally Matar, who knows how to make diners feel welcome: every meal starts with a free bowl of flavorful lentil soup. A lamb and beef gyro was a departure from the typical shaven-kebab style and featured marinated beef and lamb formed into patties, then crisped. The well-seasoned meat was topped with tzatziki, a shower of herbs, crunchy lettuce, and sumac-y onions. The bread is considerately thick to help keep it from degrading, but it’s still messy, requiring neck contortions to keep it from falling apart. At the end of your meal, there’s another gracious touch: a free piece of delicate, flaky, not-too-sweet Lebanese baklava. Is it any wonder why nearby Pixar employees love the place so much they allegedly decided to immortalize it in 2008’s \u003cem>WALL-E\u003c/em>? (A poster of which hangs in the restaurant, proudly bearing Matar’s name tag from his visit to the studio) Bring cash, and prepare for a wait if you go at lunch time: on a recent weekday, the restaurant and its outdoor area were packed with a crowd that ranged from office workers describing their new favorite podcast to a couple debating whether or not it’s dangerous to crack your joints.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.wallysemeryville.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Wally's Cafe\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n3900 San Pablo Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/H3jwh1gv8io\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nEmeryville, CA 94608\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 597-1303\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sat, 11am-10pm; Closed Sunday\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/WallysCafe/\" target=\"_blank\">Wally's Cafe\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ (Entrees $11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>La Méditerranée\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113695\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113695\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0058-e1479516443530.jpg\" alt=\"A lunch special Middle Eastern Plate from La Mediterranée.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A lunch special Middle Eastern Plate from La Mediterranée. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Charming neighborhood spot \u003cstrong>La Méditerranée\u003c/strong>, with locations in San Francisco and Berkeley, has been a Bay Area standby since 1979, when owners Levon Der Bedrossian and Garbis Baghdassarian opened the first one on Fillmore. The reason for their longevity--as evidenced by the doorway, its length covered with Zagat, Yelp and TripAdvisor recommendation stickers--is straightforward: delicious, simple, food prepared well and at a good price. There are other pros: a huge seating area, easily able to accommodate a \u003cem>Friends\u003c/em>-sized group of amigos; heating lamps outside for when the weather isn’t Mediterranean-esque temperate; and smiling, efficient service. Yet another boon is the long lunch special, which goes until 4 PM and includes some of their star dishes for a few bucks less. If you’re new to the restaurant, get the Middle Eastern plate, which comes with a dizzying amount of options: a rich, sumac-spiked levant sandwich; a sweetly fragrant chunk of Chicken Cilicia; a towering, flaky spinach and feta roll similar to Spanakopita; and a bowl of soup (a piquant bowl of lemon chicken on my visit). In case that wasn’t enough, you also get cheese, fruit, pita, and a sizable dollop of hummus.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.cafelamed.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>La Méditerranée\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n2936 College Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/xgJUcoSXzbw\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, CA 94705\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 540-7773\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Thu, 10am-9:30pm 5-10pm; Fri-Sat, 10am-10:30pm.\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cafe-La-Mediterranee-Berkeley/285135371609495\" target=\"_blank\">Cafe La Mediterranee Berkeley\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ (Entrees $11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Rojbas Mediterranean Grill\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113689\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113689\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0069.jpg\" alt=\"A spicy Adana Kebab from Rojbas Grill.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0069.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0069-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0069-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0069-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0069-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0069-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0069-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0069-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0069-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0069-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A spicy Adana Kebab from Rojbas Grill. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Downtown Berkeley’s \u003cstrong>Rojbas Grill\u003c/strong> is a respite from University Ave’s activity, a peaceful place with buttercup yellow walls to get an affordable, delicious meal. Owner Emin Tekin’s salads are from the 90s (goat cheese and beet, spinach and blue cheese) but his menu is decidedly Mediterranean, with a focus on Kurdish dishes like Adana-style lamb and a mast o sir yogurt dip. The Adana kebab was an antidote for anyone who's experienced tough, rubbery lamb. It was rich and succulent, with an enlivening but not overpowering level of heat. The food is lovingly, almost painstakingly prepared by a single kitchen worker, leaving you time to ponder the efficacy of a nearby \"Mein Trumpf\" sign, or to simply be hypnotized by the slowly rotating column of meat on a spit.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.rojbasgrill.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Rojbas Mediterranean Grill\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1901 University Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/yc2TTuug1zS2\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, CA 94704\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 679-5205\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sun, 11am-10pm.\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Entrees $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Zaytoon Mediterranean Restaurant & Bar\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113690\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113690\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0081.jpg\" alt=\"Mansaf from Zaytoon.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0081.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0081-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0081-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0081-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0081-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0081-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0081-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0081-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0081-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0081-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mansaf from Zaytoon. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The Bay Area has no shortage of low-to-medium priced options for quick, cheap Mediterranean meals. But what if you want something a little more upscale? Albany’s \u003cstrong>Zaytoon\u003c/strong>, which owner Izat Eliyan opened this year, aims to fill that gap. The decor is casually elegant--subdued teal leather booths, artistic light fixtures--and the menu follows suit, with a thoughtfully varied menu that emphasizes sourcing (most of the meats are local). While many dishes are familiar--kebabs abound--there are some rarer-seen options like mansaf, Jordan’s national dish. It’s a tower of incredibly tender braised lamb on top of lavash and yogurt. As you eat, the soggy bread collapses into a delicious mush, thanks to the tangy yogurt, with slivered nuts adding crunch.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/zaytoon-mediterranean-restaurant-and-bar-albany-2\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Zaytoon Mediterranean Restaurant & Bar\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1133 Solano Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/q5wxQBz3Zox\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nAlbany, CA 94706\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 898-1316\u003cbr>\nHours: Tue-Sun, 11:30am-9:30pm; Closed Monday.\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$$ (Entrees $18-$24)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Kebab Express\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113691\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113691\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0083.jpg\" alt=\"Chicken and rice at Kebab Express.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0083.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0083-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0083-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0083-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0083-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0083-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0083-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0083-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0083-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/IMG_0083-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chicken and rice at Kebab Express. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Should you find yourself starving in San Pablo--whether you’re stuck in traffic on the 80 or just trying to fill up before a long night of gambling at Lytton Springs--park yourself in a nondescript shopping center for distinctive, excellent Mediterranean food. \u003cstrong>Kebab Express\u003c/strong> (located next to charmingly named taqueria-slash-pizzeria Americana Restaurant) offers a halal menu of traditional gyros, but don’t miss their simple chicken and rice dishes, usually prepared by owner Farid Mohsini. 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"content": "\u003cp>Want something deliciously different this Thanksgiving? We’ve come up with a crazy-good Mexican-Style Thanksgiving menu that will wow your guests and make your tastebuds sizzle.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113504\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/11/14/mexican-style-thanksgiving-chile-rubbed-roast-turkey/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113504\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chile-turkey-finish1.jpg\" alt=\"Chile-Rubbed Roast Turkey\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chile-turkey-finish1.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chile-turkey-finish1-160x107.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chile-turkey-finish1-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chile-turkey-finish1-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chile-turkey-finish1-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chile-turkey-finish1-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chile-turkey-finish1-960x640.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chile-turkey-finish1-240x160.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chile-turkey-finish1-375x250.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chile-turkey-finish1-520x347.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chile-Rubbed Roast Turkey \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/11/14/mexican-style-thanksgiving-chile-rubbed-roast-turkey/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cstrong>Mexican-Style Thanksgiving: Chile-Rubbed Roast Turkey\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nSmoky-sweet and slightly spicy, this chile-rubbed turkey is packed with flavor, bringing a whole new dimension to your Thanksgiving feast.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113532\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/11/15/mexican-style-thanksgiving-spicy-mole-gravy/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113532\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mole-finish1.jpg\" alt=\"Spicy Mole Gravy\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mole-finish1.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mole-finish1-160x107.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mole-finish1-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mole-finish1-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mole-finish1-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mole-finish1-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mole-finish1-960x640.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mole-finish1-240x160.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mole-finish1-375x250.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mole-finish1-520x347.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Spicy Mole Gravy \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/11/15/mexican-style-thanksgiving-spicy-mole-gravy/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cstrong>Mexican-Style Thanksgiving: Spicy Mole Gravy\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nLayers upon layers of flavor make this mole “gravy” truly special. It’s terrific with roasted turkey, or use it over chicken or even homemade enchiladas (made with leftover turkey!).\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113482\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/11/16/mexican-style-thanksgiving-mexican-style-rice/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113482\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mexican-rice-final.jpg\" alt=\"Mexican-Style Rice\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mexican-rice-final.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mexican-rice-final-160x107.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mexican-rice-final-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mexican-rice-final-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mexican-rice-final-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mexican-rice-final-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mexican-rice-final-960x640.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mexican-rice-final-240x160.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mexican-rice-final-375x250.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mexican-rice-final-520x347.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mexican-Style Rice \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/11/16/mexican-style-thanksgiving-mexican-style-rice/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cstrong>Mexican-Style Thanksgiving: Mexican-Style Rice\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nSimmered in a quick-to-make blend of tomatoes, onion and garlic, this gussied up rice makes a perfect side dish for any Mexican-style meal.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113455\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/11/17/mexican-style-thanksgiving-savory-black-beans/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113455\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/black-beans-final.jpg\" alt=\"Savory Black Beans\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/black-beans-final.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/black-beans-final-160x107.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/black-beans-final-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/black-beans-final-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/black-beans-final-1020x680.jpg 1020w, 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We’ve come up with a crazy-good Mexican-Style Thanksgiving menu that will wow your guests and make your tastebuds sizzle.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113504\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/11/14/mexican-style-thanksgiving-chile-rubbed-roast-turkey/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113504\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chile-turkey-finish1.jpg\" alt=\"Chile-Rubbed Roast Turkey\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chile-turkey-finish1.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chile-turkey-finish1-160x107.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chile-turkey-finish1-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chile-turkey-finish1-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chile-turkey-finish1-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chile-turkey-finish1-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chile-turkey-finish1-960x640.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chile-turkey-finish1-240x160.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chile-turkey-finish1-375x250.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chile-turkey-finish1-520x347.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chile-Rubbed Roast Turkey \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/11/14/mexican-style-thanksgiving-chile-rubbed-roast-turkey/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cstrong>Mexican-Style Thanksgiving: Chile-Rubbed Roast Turkey\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nSmoky-sweet and slightly spicy, this chile-rubbed turkey is packed with flavor, bringing a whole new dimension to your Thanksgiving feast.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113532\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/11/15/mexican-style-thanksgiving-spicy-mole-gravy/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113532\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mole-finish1.jpg\" alt=\"Spicy Mole Gravy\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mole-finish1.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mole-finish1-160x107.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mole-finish1-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mole-finish1-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mole-finish1-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mole-finish1-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mole-finish1-960x640.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mole-finish1-240x160.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mole-finish1-375x250.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mole-finish1-520x347.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Spicy Mole Gravy \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/11/15/mexican-style-thanksgiving-spicy-mole-gravy/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cstrong>Mexican-Style Thanksgiving: Spicy Mole Gravy\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nLayers upon layers of flavor make this mole “gravy” truly special. It’s terrific with roasted turkey, or use it over chicken or even homemade enchiladas (made with leftover turkey!).\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113482\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/11/16/mexican-style-thanksgiving-mexican-style-rice/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113482\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mexican-rice-final.jpg\" alt=\"Mexican-Style Rice\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mexican-rice-final.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mexican-rice-final-160x107.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mexican-rice-final-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mexican-rice-final-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mexican-rice-final-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mexican-rice-final-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mexican-rice-final-960x640.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mexican-rice-final-240x160.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mexican-rice-final-375x250.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mexican-rice-final-520x347.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mexican-Style Rice \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/11/16/mexican-style-thanksgiving-mexican-style-rice/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cstrong>Mexican-Style Thanksgiving: Mexican-Style Rice\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nSimmered in a quick-to-make blend of tomatoes, onion and garlic, this gussied up rice makes a perfect side dish for any Mexican-style meal.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113455\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/11/17/mexican-style-thanksgiving-savory-black-beans/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113455\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/black-beans-final.jpg\" alt=\"Savory Black Beans\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/black-beans-final.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/black-beans-final-160x107.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/black-beans-final-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/black-beans-final-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/black-beans-final-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/black-beans-final-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/black-beans-final-960x640.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/black-beans-final-240x160.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/black-beans-final-375x250.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/black-beans-final-520x347.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Savory Black Beans \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/11/17/mexican-style-thanksgiving-savory-black-beans/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cstrong>Mexican-Style Thanksgiving: Savory Black Beans\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPerfect for a party, nothing beats a big pot of well-spiced beans, and this recipe is fully loaded.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113434\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/11/18/mexican-style-thanksgiving-roasted-chile-and-lime-sweet-potatoes/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113434\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/sweet-potatoes-final.jpg\" alt=\"Roasted Chile and Lime Sweet Potatoes\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/sweet-potatoes-final.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/sweet-potatoes-final-160x107.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/sweet-potatoes-final-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/sweet-potatoes-final-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/sweet-potatoes-final-1020x680.jpg 1020w, 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"content": "\u003cp>San Franciscans take their brunch very seriously. Or maybe they just like standing in line.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Sometimes that line is worth it and sometimes you can start your day with a delicious breakfast without the wait: eggs, toast, pancakes, pastries, and a whole lot of things you'll find only in San Francisco. Here are some of the city's favorites, both low-key locations and popular destinations. If we missed your favorite breakfast spot, share it in the comments below.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113309\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 638px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mamas.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113309\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mamas.jpg\" alt=\"Breakfast at Mama's on Washington Square.\" width=\"638\" height=\"557\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mamas.jpg 638w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mamas-160x140.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mamas-240x210.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mamas-375x327.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mamas-520x454.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 638px) 100vw, 638px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Breakfast at Mama's on Washington Square. \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Mama's)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.mamas-sf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Mama's\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003c/strong>1701 Stockton St. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mama's/@37.8024094,-122.4122764,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x8e4e3b22143a03fc!8m2!3d37.80146!4d-122.4095298\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 362-6421\u003cbr>\nHours: Tues-Sun, 8am-3pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Mama's is a San Francisco classic, serving breakfast for 50 years. People stand in line for the pastries, French toast, and the signature breakfast sandwich. But if you're going to wait that long, you might as well splurge on the tasty fresh spinach and Dungeness crab omelette. Breakfast is served all day. Cash only.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.eatatplow.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Plow\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n1299 18th St. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Plow/@37.7625484,-122.3953852,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x16f31097c5eb540b!8m2!3d37.7625484!4d-122.3953852\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 821-7569\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri, 7am-2pm; Sat, Sun, 8am-2pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>It might have started as a small neighborhood breakfast spot, but Plow is definitely not under the radar. The line is long, especially on weekends, and the spot is small. They don't take reservations and doesn't seat groups larger than six. But once you're in, the eggs are on point and the signature potatoes have something of a cult following. Order The Plow to sample it all -- two eggs, bacon or sausage, ricotta pancakes, and those Plow potatoes.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113312\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1280px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/dotties.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113312\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/dotties.jpg\" alt=\"The scramble at Dottie's True Blue Cafe.\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/dotties.jpg 1280w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/dotties-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/dotties-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/dotties-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/dotties-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/dotties-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/dotties-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/dotties-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/dotties-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/dotties-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The scramble at Dottie's True Blue Cafe. \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Dottie's)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/dotties-true-blue-cafe-san-francisco\" target=\"_blank\">Dottie's True Blue Cafe\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003c/strong>28 6th St. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Dottie's+True+Blue+Cafe/@37.7816977,-122.4100106,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x867a357594d7793d?sa=X&sqi=2&ved=0ahUKEwihw8eniYjQAhXjzVQKHVGODlYQ_BIIfDAK\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 885-2767\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon, Thurs, Fri, 7:30am-3pm; Sat, Sun, 7:30am-4pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Though it's moved locations, Dottie's has kept its fans for over 20 years. And in that time it's developed a reputation for big portions and home-style cooking. It's even been featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives. The chili cornbread with spicy jalapeno jelly is a crowd favorite. But first, you'll want some of Dottie's namesake pancakes or the whiskey fennel sausage scramble.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://frenchsoulfood.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Brenda's French Soul Food\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003c/strong>652 Polk St. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Brenda's+French+Soul+Food/@37.7829023,-122.4190358,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xa78fa85ec6c57d21!8m2!3d37.7829023!4d-122.4190358\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 345-8100\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon, Tues, 8am-3pm; Wed-Sat, 8am-10pm; Sun, 8am-8pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Maybe you could have figured this out from the name, but this place is all about the Creole classics. Shrimp and grits smothered in gravy, fried chicken, and beignets -- so many beignets, even crawfish and stuffed beignets. Or just order the beignet flight. No reservations, though you can order food delivered straight to your door through Caviar (if you want to take the breakfast in bed thing to another level). Breakfast is served until 3 p.m. each day, except on Sundays when you can order brunch all day.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.justforyoucafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Just for You Cafe\u003cbr>\n\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>732 22nd St. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Just+For+You+Cafe/@37.7580453,-122.3889006,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x3774affdf48b56cd!8m2!3d37.7580453!4d-122.3889006\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 647-3033\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri, 7:30am-3pm; Sat, Sun, 8am-5pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>This Dogpatch spot is known for its wide range of dishes -- eggs with grilled catfish or a breakfast burrito or French toast -- and for its anything goes attitude. Try the Hangtown Fry, guaranteed to cure your hangover. Almost everything comes with jalapeno salsa and the mimosas are served in pint glasses, which will not cure your hangover.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113313\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 800px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Screen-Shot-2016-11-02-at-12.51.56-PM.png\">\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-113313\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Screen-Shot-2016-11-02-at-12.51.56-PM-800x1006.png\" alt=\"A simple breakfast and coffee at Reveille Coffee Company\" width=\"800\" height=\"1006\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Screen-Shot-2016-11-02-at-12.51.56-PM-800x1006.png 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Screen-Shot-2016-11-02-at-12.51.56-PM-160x201.png 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Screen-Shot-2016-11-02-at-12.51.56-PM-768x966.png 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Screen-Shot-2016-11-02-at-12.51.56-PM-240x302.png 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Screen-Shot-2016-11-02-at-12.51.56-PM-375x472.png 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Screen-Shot-2016-11-02-at-12.51.56-PM-520x654.png 520w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Screen-Shot-2016-11-02-at-12.51.56-PM.png 954w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A simple breakfast and coffee at Reveille Coffee Company \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Cafe Reveille)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.cafereveille.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Reveille Coffee Co.\u003cbr>\n\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>610 Long Bridge St. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Cafe+R%C3%A9veille/@37.7735299,-122.3920561,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0xfdddfa12d0dbe0c1?sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiK3JHTpojQAhVqxVQKHefcDvwQ_BIIczAK\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 580-7260\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri, 7:30-10:30am and 11:15am-3pm; Sat, Sun, 8am-4pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Reveille is best known for its coffee, but it's about more than that -- at least in the Mission Bay location. While the coffee company has a number of spots, it's the one on Long Bridge Street that comes with an adjoining Reveille Cafe for weekday breakfast and lunch, and weekend brunch. You'll want to try the house-made granola and the hotcakes -- a mix of oat crumble, toasted almonds, blueberry compote, and maple syrup.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.themillsf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>The Mill\u003cbr>\n\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>736 Divisadero St. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/The+Mill/@37.7764784,-122.437911,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x185a61a92a363ce8!8m2!3d37.7764784!4d-122.437911\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 345-1953\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon, 7am-9pm; Tues-Sun, 7am-7pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The Mill is the known as the place that launched the $4 toast craze, but maybe there's a reason that trend started here. The bread is \u003cem>good\u003c/em> and that's pretty much all there is on the menu: different kinds of toast piled high with toppings, and freshly baked breads and granola from \u003ca href=\"http://www.joseybakerbread.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Josey Baker Bread\u003c/a> (with regular pizza nights). Coffee comes from \u003ca href=\"http://fourbarrelcoffee.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Four Barrel\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://outerlandssf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Outerlands\u003cbr>\n\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>4001 Judah St. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Outerlands/@37.7602623,-122.5050272,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x6b5937dc1cdee92d!8m2!3d37.7602623!4d-122.5050272\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 661-6140\u003cbr>\nHours: Daily, 9am-3pm, 5-10pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Around the corner from Trouble Coffee -- also a good spot to stop, Outerlands is worth the trek to the Outer Sunset. Get there early, though. On weekdays, breakfast is only offered until it sells out. Weekend brunch runs until the leisurely hour of 3 p.m., but the line is always long. The weekend menu is also longer, with the house speciality as a favorite: Eggs in Jail -- eggs inside toast, with bacon, aioli, and arugula on top. Or try the cornbread benedict and the Dutch pancakes, topped with apples, ricotta, or bacon.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113314\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 550px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/craftsmanandwolves.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113314\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/craftsmanandwolves.jpg\" alt=\"The Rebel Within muffin at Craftsman and Wolves.\" width=\"550\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/craftsmanandwolves.jpg 550w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/craftsmanandwolves-160x128.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/craftsmanandwolves-240x192.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/craftsmanandwolves-375x300.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/craftsmanandwolves-520x416.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Rebel Within muffin at Craftsman and Wolves. \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Craftsman and Wolves)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.craftsman-wolves.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Craftsman and Wolves\u003cbr>\n\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>746 Valencia St. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Craftsman+and+Wolves/@37.7609039,-122.4217469,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xa60125d472a41c83!8m2!3d37.7609039!4d-122.4217469\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 913-7713\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Thurs, 7am-6pm; Fri, 7am-7pm; Sat, 8am-7pm; Sun, 8am-6pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Craftsman and Wolves is a bakery, but it's so much more than a bakery. The famous The Rebel Within muffin is their specialty item: a savory asiago cheese muffin with a surprise soft-boiled egg inside. Almost everything here is more than it seems. Try the matcha snickerdoodle cookies or the salted caramel apple kouign-amman. There are also seasonal dishes, like the Thanksgiving Pop-Tart. There's another location on Pacific Avenue and a smaller set-up on Yosemite Avenue.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://rosescafesf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Rose's Cafe\u003cbr>\n\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>2298 Union St. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Rose's+Cafe/@37.7970694,-122.4370555,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x5484b186fe6c3231?sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiZlpawxIjQAhVkqFQKHadqAAMQ_BIIfjAM\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 775-2200\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Thurs, 7am-9pm; Fri, 7am-9:30pm; Sat, 8am-9:30pm; Sun, 8am-9pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>You probably didn't think breakfast needed a wood-burning stove. But you were wrong. Try the breakfast pizza or the smoked salmon pizza with scrambled eggs. There's also more traditional breakfast items (during breakfast hours on the weekday and with a separate brunch menu on weekends). Top those off with the warm rice pudding with pears.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.ellassanfrancisco.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Ella's\u003cbr>\n\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>500 Presidio Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Ella's/@37.7871339,-122.4466032,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xf53b0401b475c774!8m2!3d37.7871339!4d-122.4466032\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 441-5669\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri, 7am-3pm; Sat, Sun, 8:30am-3pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The brunch menu rotates, so you never know \u003cem>exactly\u003c/em> what you'll get, but you do know it'll be good. You also know there'll be a line on weekends (but maybe not a multi-hour wait). Try the brandied orange French toast and the famous chicken hash. All the baked good are made from scratch -- and have been for the last 20 years. And, no matter what, you can start the meal with a sticky bun.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113316\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 800px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chicken-and-waffles.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-113316\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chicken-and-waffles-800x600.jpg\" alt=\"Chicken and waffles at Farmer Brown.\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chicken-and-waffles-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chicken-and-waffles-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chicken-and-waffles-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chicken-and-waffles.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chicken-and-waffles-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chicken-and-waffles-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chicken-and-waffles-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chicken and waffles at Farmer Brown. \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Farmer Brown)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.farmerbrownsf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Farmer Brown\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n25 Mason St. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/farmerbrown/@37.7835793,-122.4094155,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x11c9d3b90944f979!8m2!3d37.7835793!4d-122.4094155\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 409-3276\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Wed, 10am-2:30pm, 5-9pm; Thurs-Sat, 10am-2:30pm, 5-10pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The motto here: soul is about more than just biscuits and gravy. The hip spot does dinner and drinks in the evening, but it's all about Southern comfort breakfast food in the morning. You'll definitely want the chicken and waffles. Saturday and Sunday, try the brunch buffet in the mornings -- no reservations for weekend brunch, but eat all you want once you're there.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.bouletteslarder.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Boulette's Larder\u003cbr>\n\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>The Ferry Building [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Boulettes+Larder/@37.7955128,-122.3934834,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xae0ff3c6a9d51cee!8m2!3d37.7955128!4d-122.3934834\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 399-1155\u003cbr>\nHours: Tues-Fri, 8-10:30am, 11:30am-3pm, 6-9:30pm; Sat, 8-10:30am, 11:30am-3pm, 4:30-8pm; Sun, 10am-2:30pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>OK, yes, it's in the Ferry Building and who goes to the Ferry Building for breakfast? Well, everyone. During the weekday, you can get breakfast during the early morning hours, but Sunday brunch is served all day. Relax and enjoy the seasonally-inspired poached eggs and scrambles. The menu changes regularly. There are also beignets and lots of cocktails, and a shop next door.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.theheartbaker.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Heartbaker\u003cbr>\n\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>1408 Clement St. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Heartbaker/@37.7826511,-122.4743958,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x46f7efa38efce072!8m2!3d37.7826511!4d-122.4743958\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 592-6008\u003cbr>\nHours: Tues, 7:30am-5pm; Wed-Fri, 7:30am-9pm; Sat, 9am-5pm; Sun, 9am-4pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>It's really all about the hand-made baked goods. (Even the eggs Benedict are served on house-made biscuits.) But there's plenty of breakfast to go with your bread pudding or salted caramel brownie. Try the Benedict sandwich or smoked salmon benedict. And sit on the outdoor patio to enjoy your breakfast in the sun.\u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>San Franciscans take their brunch very seriously. Or maybe they just like standing in line.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Sometimes that line is worth it and sometimes you can start your day with a delicious breakfast without the wait: eggs, toast, pancakes, pastries, and a whole lot of things you'll find only in San Francisco. Here are some of the city's favorites, both low-key locations and popular destinations. If we missed your favorite breakfast spot, share it in the comments below.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113309\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 638px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mamas.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113309\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mamas.jpg\" alt=\"Breakfast at Mama's on Washington Square.\" width=\"638\" height=\"557\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mamas.jpg 638w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mamas-160x140.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mamas-240x210.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mamas-375x327.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/mamas-520x454.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 638px) 100vw, 638px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Breakfast at Mama's on Washington Square. \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Mama's)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.mamas-sf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Mama's\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003c/strong>1701 Stockton St. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mama's/@37.8024094,-122.4122764,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x8e4e3b22143a03fc!8m2!3d37.80146!4d-122.4095298\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 362-6421\u003cbr>\nHours: Tues-Sun, 8am-3pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Mama's is a San Francisco classic, serving breakfast for 50 years. People stand in line for the pastries, French toast, and the signature breakfast sandwich. But if you're going to wait that long, you might as well splurge on the tasty fresh spinach and Dungeness crab omelette. Breakfast is served all day. Cash only.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.eatatplow.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Plow\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n1299 18th St. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Plow/@37.7625484,-122.3953852,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x16f31097c5eb540b!8m2!3d37.7625484!4d-122.3953852\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 821-7569\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri, 7am-2pm; Sat, Sun, 8am-2pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>It might have started as a small neighborhood breakfast spot, but Plow is definitely not under the radar. The line is long, especially on weekends, and the spot is small. They don't take reservations and doesn't seat groups larger than six. But once you're in, the eggs are on point and the signature potatoes have something of a cult following. Order The Plow to sample it all -- two eggs, bacon or sausage, ricotta pancakes, and those Plow potatoes.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113312\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1280px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/dotties.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113312\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/dotties.jpg\" alt=\"The scramble at Dottie's True Blue Cafe.\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/dotties.jpg 1280w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/dotties-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/dotties-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/dotties-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/dotties-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/dotties-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/dotties-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/dotties-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/dotties-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/dotties-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The scramble at Dottie's True Blue Cafe. \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Dottie's)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/dotties-true-blue-cafe-san-francisco\" target=\"_blank\">Dottie's True Blue Cafe\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003c/strong>28 6th St. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Dottie's+True+Blue+Cafe/@37.7816977,-122.4100106,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x867a357594d7793d?sa=X&sqi=2&ved=0ahUKEwihw8eniYjQAhXjzVQKHVGODlYQ_BIIfDAK\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 885-2767\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon, Thurs, Fri, 7:30am-3pm; Sat, Sun, 7:30am-4pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Though it's moved locations, Dottie's has kept its fans for over 20 years. And in that time it's developed a reputation for big portions and home-style cooking. It's even been featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives. The chili cornbread with spicy jalapeno jelly is a crowd favorite. But first, you'll want some of Dottie's namesake pancakes or the whiskey fennel sausage scramble.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://frenchsoulfood.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Brenda's French Soul Food\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003c/strong>652 Polk St. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Brenda's+French+Soul+Food/@37.7829023,-122.4190358,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xa78fa85ec6c57d21!8m2!3d37.7829023!4d-122.4190358\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 345-8100\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon, Tues, 8am-3pm; Wed-Sat, 8am-10pm; Sun, 8am-8pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Maybe you could have figured this out from the name, but this place is all about the Creole classics. Shrimp and grits smothered in gravy, fried chicken, and beignets -- so many beignets, even crawfish and stuffed beignets. Or just order the beignet flight. No reservations, though you can order food delivered straight to your door through Caviar (if you want to take the breakfast in bed thing to another level). Breakfast is served until 3 p.m. each day, except on Sundays when you can order brunch all day.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.justforyoucafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Just for You Cafe\u003cbr>\n\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>732 22nd St. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Just+For+You+Cafe/@37.7580453,-122.3889006,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x3774affdf48b56cd!8m2!3d37.7580453!4d-122.3889006\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 647-3033\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri, 7:30am-3pm; Sat, Sun, 8am-5pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>This Dogpatch spot is known for its wide range of dishes -- eggs with grilled catfish or a breakfast burrito or French toast -- and for its anything goes attitude. Try the Hangtown Fry, guaranteed to cure your hangover. Almost everything comes with jalapeno salsa and the mimosas are served in pint glasses, which will not cure your hangover.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113313\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 800px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Screen-Shot-2016-11-02-at-12.51.56-PM.png\">\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-113313\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Screen-Shot-2016-11-02-at-12.51.56-PM-800x1006.png\" alt=\"A simple breakfast and coffee at Reveille Coffee Company\" width=\"800\" height=\"1006\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Screen-Shot-2016-11-02-at-12.51.56-PM-800x1006.png 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Screen-Shot-2016-11-02-at-12.51.56-PM-160x201.png 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Screen-Shot-2016-11-02-at-12.51.56-PM-768x966.png 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Screen-Shot-2016-11-02-at-12.51.56-PM-240x302.png 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Screen-Shot-2016-11-02-at-12.51.56-PM-375x472.png 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Screen-Shot-2016-11-02-at-12.51.56-PM-520x654.png 520w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Screen-Shot-2016-11-02-at-12.51.56-PM.png 954w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A simple breakfast and coffee at Reveille Coffee Company \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Cafe Reveille)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.cafereveille.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Reveille Coffee Co.\u003cbr>\n\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>610 Long Bridge St. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Cafe+R%C3%A9veille/@37.7735299,-122.3920561,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0xfdddfa12d0dbe0c1?sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiK3JHTpojQAhVqxVQKHefcDvwQ_BIIczAK\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 580-7260\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri, 7:30-10:30am and 11:15am-3pm; Sat, Sun, 8am-4pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Reveille is best known for its coffee, but it's about more than that -- at least in the Mission Bay location. While the coffee company has a number of spots, it's the one on Long Bridge Street that comes with an adjoining Reveille Cafe for weekday breakfast and lunch, and weekend brunch. You'll want to try the house-made granola and the hotcakes -- a mix of oat crumble, toasted almonds, blueberry compote, and maple syrup.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.themillsf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>The Mill\u003cbr>\n\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>736 Divisadero St. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/The+Mill/@37.7764784,-122.437911,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x185a61a92a363ce8!8m2!3d37.7764784!4d-122.437911\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 345-1953\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon, 7am-9pm; Tues-Sun, 7am-7pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The Mill is the known as the place that launched the $4 toast craze, but maybe there's a reason that trend started here. The bread is \u003cem>good\u003c/em> and that's pretty much all there is on the menu: different kinds of toast piled high with toppings, and freshly baked breads and granola from \u003ca href=\"http://www.joseybakerbread.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Josey Baker Bread\u003c/a> (with regular pizza nights). Coffee comes from \u003ca href=\"http://fourbarrelcoffee.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Four Barrel\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://outerlandssf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Outerlands\u003cbr>\n\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>4001 Judah St. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Outerlands/@37.7602623,-122.5050272,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x6b5937dc1cdee92d!8m2!3d37.7602623!4d-122.5050272\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 661-6140\u003cbr>\nHours: Daily, 9am-3pm, 5-10pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Around the corner from Trouble Coffee -- also a good spot to stop, Outerlands is worth the trek to the Outer Sunset. Get there early, though. On weekdays, breakfast is only offered until it sells out. Weekend brunch runs until the leisurely hour of 3 p.m., but the line is always long. The weekend menu is also longer, with the house speciality as a favorite: Eggs in Jail -- eggs inside toast, with bacon, aioli, and arugula on top. Or try the cornbread benedict and the Dutch pancakes, topped with apples, ricotta, or bacon.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113314\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 550px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/craftsmanandwolves.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113314\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/craftsmanandwolves.jpg\" alt=\"The Rebel Within muffin at Craftsman and Wolves.\" width=\"550\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/craftsmanandwolves.jpg 550w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/craftsmanandwolves-160x128.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/craftsmanandwolves-240x192.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/craftsmanandwolves-375x300.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/craftsmanandwolves-520x416.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Rebel Within muffin at Craftsman and Wolves. \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Craftsman and Wolves)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.craftsman-wolves.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Craftsman and Wolves\u003cbr>\n\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>746 Valencia St. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Craftsman+and+Wolves/@37.7609039,-122.4217469,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xa60125d472a41c83!8m2!3d37.7609039!4d-122.4217469\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 913-7713\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Thurs, 7am-6pm; Fri, 7am-7pm; Sat, 8am-7pm; Sun, 8am-6pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Craftsman and Wolves is a bakery, but it's so much more than a bakery. The famous The Rebel Within muffin is their specialty item: a savory asiago cheese muffin with a surprise soft-boiled egg inside. Almost everything here is more than it seems. Try the matcha snickerdoodle cookies or the salted caramel apple kouign-amman. There are also seasonal dishes, like the Thanksgiving Pop-Tart. There's another location on Pacific Avenue and a smaller set-up on Yosemite Avenue.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://rosescafesf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Rose's Cafe\u003cbr>\n\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>2298 Union St. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Rose's+Cafe/@37.7970694,-122.4370555,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x5484b186fe6c3231?sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiZlpawxIjQAhVkqFQKHadqAAMQ_BIIfjAM\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 775-2200\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Thurs, 7am-9pm; Fri, 7am-9:30pm; Sat, 8am-9:30pm; Sun, 8am-9pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>You probably didn't think breakfast needed a wood-burning stove. But you were wrong. Try the breakfast pizza or the smoked salmon pizza with scrambled eggs. There's also more traditional breakfast items (during breakfast hours on the weekday and with a separate brunch menu on weekends). Top those off with the warm rice pudding with pears.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.ellassanfrancisco.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Ella's\u003cbr>\n\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>500 Presidio Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Ella's/@37.7871339,-122.4466032,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xf53b0401b475c774!8m2!3d37.7871339!4d-122.4466032\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 441-5669\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri, 7am-3pm; Sat, Sun, 8:30am-3pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The brunch menu rotates, so you never know \u003cem>exactly\u003c/em> what you'll get, but you do know it'll be good. You also know there'll be a line on weekends (but maybe not a multi-hour wait). Try the brandied orange French toast and the famous chicken hash. All the baked good are made from scratch -- and have been for the last 20 years. And, no matter what, you can start the meal with a sticky bun.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113316\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 800px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chicken-and-waffles.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-113316\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chicken-and-waffles-800x600.jpg\" alt=\"Chicken and waffles at Farmer Brown.\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chicken-and-waffles-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chicken-and-waffles-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chicken-and-waffles-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chicken-and-waffles.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chicken-and-waffles-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chicken-and-waffles-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/chicken-and-waffles-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chicken and waffles at Farmer Brown. \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Farmer Brown)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.farmerbrownsf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Farmer Brown\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n25 Mason St. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/farmerbrown/@37.7835793,-122.4094155,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x11c9d3b90944f979!8m2!3d37.7835793!4d-122.4094155\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 409-3276\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Wed, 10am-2:30pm, 5-9pm; Thurs-Sat, 10am-2:30pm, 5-10pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The motto here: soul is about more than just biscuits and gravy. The hip spot does dinner and drinks in the evening, but it's all about Southern comfort breakfast food in the morning. You'll definitely want the chicken and waffles. Saturday and Sunday, try the brunch buffet in the mornings -- no reservations for weekend brunch, but eat all you want once you're there.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.bouletteslarder.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Boulette's Larder\u003cbr>\n\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>The Ferry Building [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Boulettes+Larder/@37.7955128,-122.3934834,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xae0ff3c6a9d51cee!8m2!3d37.7955128!4d-122.3934834\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 399-1155\u003cbr>\nHours: Tues-Fri, 8-10:30am, 11:30am-3pm, 6-9:30pm; Sat, 8-10:30am, 11:30am-3pm, 4:30-8pm; Sun, 10am-2:30pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>OK, yes, it's in the Ferry Building and who goes to the Ferry Building for breakfast? Well, everyone. During the weekday, you can get breakfast during the early morning hours, but Sunday brunch is served all day. Relax and enjoy the seasonally-inspired poached eggs and scrambles. The menu changes regularly. There are also beignets and lots of cocktails, and a shop next door.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.theheartbaker.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Heartbaker\u003cbr>\n\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>1408 Clement St. [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Heartbaker/@37.7826511,-122.4743958,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x46f7efa38efce072!8m2!3d37.7826511!4d-122.4743958\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 592-6008\u003cbr>\nHours: Tues, 7:30am-5pm; Wed-Fri, 7:30am-9pm; Sat, 9am-5pm; Sun, 9am-4pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cp>If chicken soup is the Jewish antibiotic, then pozole is the Mexican one. Pozole is nixtamalized corn, better known as hominy in the U.S., and is traditionally made in many Mexican states as a soup with rich, chile-infused stock, stewy chunks of pork (or chicken), and served with shredded cabbage, diced onions, radishes, limes and often dried oregano. The chile base can be red or green, and there’s even a white version with a chile-free broth. While red pozole is most common, green is also widely available in the Bay Area.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>From Richmond to Oakland, these five pozole spots will satisfy your winter soup cravings.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Cosecha\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113290\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113290\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Cosecha-new.jpg\" alt=\"Cosecha’s light, bright green pozole.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Cosecha-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Cosecha-new-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Cosecha-new-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Cosecha-new-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Cosecha-new-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Cosecha-new-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Cosecha-new-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Cosecha-new-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Cosecha-new-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Cosecha-new-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cosecha’s light, bright green pozole. \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>In the midst of ever-bustling Swan’s Marketplace in Old Oakland, Cosecha has much to recommend it, including homemade tortillas, breakfast tacos, vegan quesadillas—and some of the best pozole for miles. Don’t be daunted if there’s a long line; it moves quickly. Cosecha’s green pozole is a light, bright chicken (instead of pork) version, redolent of tomatillo and mild green chiles, kicked up a bit by diced jalapeño and made even lusher by avocado. The steaming, generous bowl is served with cabbage, radishes, onion, lime and cilantro, and to-die-for homemade corn tortillas. Available at lunch only on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, as well as Saturday brunch. \u003cstrong>Pro tip:\u003c/strong> At dinner, ask if there’s any left over from lunch. If there is, a server will dish it up for you. But don’t hold your breath.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.cosechacafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Cosecha\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n907 Washington St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/Ic5Nlb\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94607\u003cbr>\nPh: (4510) 452-5900\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Wed, 11am-3:30pm, 4:30-8:30pm; Thu-Fri, 11am-3:30pm, 5-9:30pm; Sat, 10:30am-3:30pm and 5-9:30pm; closed Sunday\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://business.facebook.com/Cosecha-Oakland-136898683051384/\" target=\"_blank\">Cosecha Oakland\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/cosechacafe\" target=\"_blank\">@cosechacafe\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/cosechacafe/\" target=\"_blank\">cosechacafe\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (pozole, $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>El Huarache Azteca\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113291\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113291\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/El-Huarache-new.jpg\" alt=\"Red pozole at El Huarache Azteca in Oakland.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2560\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/El-Huarache-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/El-Huarache-new-160x213.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/El-Huarache-new-800x1067.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/El-Huarache-new-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/El-Huarache-new-1020x1360.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/El-Huarache-new-1180x1573.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/El-Huarache-new-960x1280.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/El-Huarache-new-240x320.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/El-Huarache-new-375x500.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/El-Huarache-new-520x693.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Red pozole at El Huarache Azteca in Oakland. \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Best known for its namesake huaraches, sandal-shaped fried masa patties topped with meats, vegetables and/or beans, El Huarache Azteca on International Boulevard in Oakland is also a weekend hotspot for pozole (red or green). While both versions are excellent, the red takes the prize for its depth of chile flavor. It’s not spicy, but the slightly sweet, slightly smoky infusion, combined with flavor-saturated pork broth and big chunks of fatty pork is spot on, served simply with red and white cabbage, lime and a stack of crispy tostadas. Pozole is only available Saturdays and Sundays, until it sells out. And it always does. Get there by early afternoon.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.elhuaracheaztec.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>El Huarache Azteca\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n3842 International Blvd. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/Jb1f0f\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94601\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 533-2395\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri, 9am-9pm; Sat, 8am-10pm and Sun, 8am-9pm\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (pozole, $11.75)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Obelisco\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113293\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113293\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Obelisco-new.jpg\" alt=\"Green pozole with Niman pork at Obelisco.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2560\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Obelisco-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Obelisco-new-160x213.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Obelisco-new-800x1067.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Obelisco-new-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Obelisco-new-1020x1360.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Obelisco-new-1180x1573.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Obelisco-new-960x1280.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Obelisco-new-240x320.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Obelisco-new-375x500.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Obelisco-new-520x693.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Green pozole with Niman pork at Obelisco. \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Obelisco is one of the few traditional Mexican restaurants in East Oakland that pays special attention to sourcing its meat, opting for Niman pork and Mary’s chicken, both more sustainable purveyors than the typical factory-farmed sources. Nonetheless, prices remain competitively low. For under $10, you can choose red, green or white pozole. I found the white fairly bland, and the red was above average, but the green was downright spectacular, with slightly spicy green chile and pork broth, loads of al dente hominy, and crisp, finely chopped vegetable garnishes (the usual onions, cabbage and radishes), with lots of lime, too. A plus is the addictive salsa—and the fact that pozole is on the menu every day (except Sunday, when the restaurant is closed).\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.obeliscorestaurant.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Obelisco\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n3411 E. 12th St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/pPG5yK\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94601\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 534-3752\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri, 10am-9pm; Sat, 10am-8pm; closed Sunday\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/Obelisco-Restaurant/569449659829161\" target=\"_blank\">Obelisco Restaurant\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/obeliscooakland/\" target=\"_blank\">obeliscooakland\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (pozole, $9.95)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Otaez\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113294\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113294\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Otaez-new.jpg\" alt=\"A huge bowl of red pozole at Otaez.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Otaez-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Otaez-new-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Otaez-new-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Otaez-new-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Otaez-new-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Otaez-new-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Otaez-new-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Otaez-new-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Otaez-new-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Otaez-new-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A huge bowl of red pozole at Otaez. \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Otaez is a longstanding favorite on International Boulevard, beloved for its weekend mariarchi bands and hangover soups. While pozole might well fall into that category, this version is more of a spicy protein shot to the brain. A warning if you’re feeding kids: The bowl is full of bones, evidence that the stock has been properly made, but something to be aware of as you make your way through the huge serving. It’s also got pig parts that don’t always turn up in pozole recipes, including tripe on my recent visit, which lent the whole a bold richness. The chunks of stew meat are soft and marbled, and the abundant garnishes should be placed on in layers (i.e., save some for the inevitable leftovers). The portion is enough for three to share. Pozole is available only on Saturdays and Sundays.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://otaezrestaurant.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Otaez\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n3872 International Blvd. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/6Gyg4Y\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94601\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 546-0909\u003cbr>\nHours: Daily, 7am-10pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Otaez-Mexican-Restaurant-146076322079008/?rf=150913051646387\" target=\"_blank\">Otaez Mexican Restaurant\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (pozole, $10.50)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Portumex\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113295\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113295\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Portumex-new.jpg\" alt=\"Perfectly balanced red pozole at Portumex in Richmond.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Portumex-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Portumex-new-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Portumex-new-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Portumex-new-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Portumex-new-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Portumex-new-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Portumex-new-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Portumex-new-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Portumex-new-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Portumex-new-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Perfectly balanced red pozole at Portumex in Richmond. \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>While I’ve been hearing good things about Portumex for awhile, I hadn’t made my way there until my search for great pozole commenced. I’m happy I took the drive to 23rd Street in Richmond, where this friendly spot does a brisk business. Locals who chat up the servers by name line up for carefully prepared Mexican dishes, including pozole, at this family –run restaurant. Red pozole is served with the classic garnishes, and it might be my favorite version I tried, simply by virtue of its spiciness. Slightly more confident in its chile presentation that the others, but still in the medium heat range, it’s a soup perfectly balanced between meaty depth and bright chile flavor. And pozole is not just a weekend thrill— it’s on the menu every day (except Monday, when the restaurant is closed).\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.yelp.com/biz/portumex-richmond\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Portumex\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n721 23rd St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/7JfFav\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nRichmond, CA 94801\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 237-7513\u003cbr>\nHours: Tue-Fri, 10am-8pm; Sat, 8am-8pm; Sun, 8am-6pm; closed Monday\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (pozole, $10)\u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>If chicken soup is the Jewish antibiotic, then pozole is the Mexican one. Pozole is nixtamalized corn, better known as hominy in the U.S., and is traditionally made in many Mexican states as a soup with rich, chile-infused stock, stewy chunks of pork (or chicken), and served with shredded cabbage, diced onions, radishes, limes and often dried oregano. The chile base can be red or green, and there’s even a white version with a chile-free broth. While red pozole is most common, green is also widely available in the Bay Area.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>From Richmond to Oakland, these five pozole spots will satisfy your winter soup cravings.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Cosecha\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113290\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113290\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Cosecha-new.jpg\" alt=\"Cosecha’s light, bright green pozole.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Cosecha-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Cosecha-new-160x120.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Cosecha-new-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Cosecha-new-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Cosecha-new-1020x765.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Cosecha-new-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Cosecha-new-960x720.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Cosecha-new-240x180.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Cosecha-new-375x281.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/Cosecha-new-520x390.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cosecha’s light, bright green pozole. \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>In the midst of ever-bustling Swan’s Marketplace in Old Oakland, Cosecha has much to recommend it, including homemade tortillas, breakfast tacos, vegan quesadillas—and some of the best pozole for miles. Don’t be daunted if there’s a long line; it moves quickly. Cosecha’s green pozole is a light, bright chicken (instead of pork) version, redolent of tomatillo and mild green chiles, kicked up a bit by diced jalapeño and made even lusher by avocado. The steaming, generous bowl is served with cabbage, radishes, onion, lime and cilantro, and to-die-for homemade corn tortillas. Available at lunch only on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, as well as Saturday brunch. \u003cstrong>Pro tip:\u003c/strong> At dinner, ask if there’s any left over from lunch. If there is, a server will dish it up for you. But don’t hold your breath.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.cosechacafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Cosecha\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n907 Washington St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/Ic5Nlb\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94607\u003cbr>\nPh: (4510) 452-5900\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Wed, 11am-3:30pm, 4:30-8:30pm; Thu-Fri, 11am-3:30pm, 5-9:30pm; Sat, 10:30am-3:30pm and 5-9:30pm; closed Sunday\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://business.facebook.com/Cosecha-Oakland-136898683051384/\" target=\"_blank\">Cosecha Oakland\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/cosechacafe\" target=\"_blank\">@cosechacafe\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/cosechacafe/\" target=\"_blank\">cosechacafe\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (pozole, $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>El Huarache Azteca\u003c/h2>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_113291\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-113291\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/El-Huarache-new.jpg\" alt=\"Red pozole at El Huarache Azteca in Oakland.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2560\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/El-Huarache-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/El-Huarache-new-160x213.jpg 160w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/El-Huarache-new-800x1067.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/El-Huarache-new-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/El-Huarache-new-1020x1360.jpg 1020w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/El-Huarache-new-1180x1573.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/El-Huarache-new-960x1280.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/El-Huarache-new-240x320.jpg 240w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/El-Huarache-new-375x500.jpg 375w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/11/El-Huarache-new-520x693.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Red pozole at El Huarache Azteca in Oakland. \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Best known for its namesake huaraches, sandal-shaped fried masa patties topped with meats, vegetables and/or beans, El Huarache Azteca on International Boulevard in Oakland is also a weekend hotspot for pozole (red or green). While both versions are excellent, the red takes the prize for its depth of chile flavor. It’s not spicy, but the slightly sweet, slightly smoky infusion, combined with flavor-saturated pork broth and big chunks of fatty pork is spot on, served simply with red and white cabbage, lime and a stack of crispy tostadas. Pozole is only available Saturdays and Sundays, until it sells out. And it always does. Get there by early afternoon.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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Nonetheless, prices remain competitively low. For under $10, you can choose red, green or white pozole. I found the white fairly bland, and the red was above average, but the green was downright spectacular, with slightly spicy green chile and pork broth, loads of al dente hominy, and crisp, finely chopped vegetable garnishes (the usual onions, cabbage and radishes), with lots of lime, too. 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While pozole might well fall into that category, this version is more of a spicy protein shot to the brain. A warning if you’re feeding kids: The bowl is full of bones, evidence that the stock has been properly made, but something to be aware of as you make your way through the huge serving. It’s also got pig parts that don’t always turn up in pozole recipes, including tripe on my recent visit, which lent the whole a bold richness. The chunks of stew meat are soft and marbled, and the abundant garnishes should be placed on in layers (i.e., save some for the inevitable leftovers). The portion is enough for three to share. 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I’m happy I took the drive to 23rd Street in Richmond, where this friendly spot does a brisk business. Locals who chat up the servers by name line up for carefully prepared Mexican dishes, including pozole, at this family –run restaurant. Red pozole is served with the classic garnishes, and it might be my favorite version I tried, simply by virtue of its spiciness. Slightly more confident in its chile presentation that the others, but still in the medium heat range, it’s a soup perfectly balanced between meaty depth and bright chile flavor. 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