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"content": "\u003cp>Hashes don’t get the same kind of love as other breakfast and brunch foods. They’re not as decadent as pancakes, as 90s-nostalgic as Benedicts, or as Instagram-worthy as a $10 slice of avocado toast. That’s unfair, because--at least in the East Bay--they’re consistently one of the most satisfying dishes on the menu. Just think of the random-but-good dishes you’ve made from throwing together whatever is about to go bad into a skillet and putting an egg on top. That alchemy is magnified in the restaurant kitchen, where chefs can stretch their creativity in ways not afforded by yet another pancake dish. Here are five hashes we tried in Oakland and one in Berkeley. And if we didn’t include your favorite, let us know in the comments.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106446\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106446\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2795.jpg\" alt=\"Corned beef hash at Cafe M\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2795.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2795-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2795-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2795-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2795-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2795-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2795-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Corned beef hash at Cafe M \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Fourth Street’s \u003cstrong>Cafe M\u003c/strong> features a large breakfast menu that focuses on standards with several interesting flourishes: cinnamon-twist stuffed French toast, “Aztec” pulled pork in the huevos rancheros, blue corn pancakes. Their corn beef hash--a pretty, Christmas-y riot of red and green-- follows the same pattern, taking the familiar dish and adding thoughtful tweaks: the potatoes are thinly sliced instead of cubed, the bell peppers are charred, the corned beef cut into huge, tender chunks that more resemble ham. Those charred peppers--there are so many of them!--make it an almost peculiarly sweet dish, although the sweetness is tempered by the aggressive bite of two types of onions.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.cafemberkeley.net/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Cafe M\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1799 Fourth St #F [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/wypVmVErkAT2\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, CA 94710\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 526-4429\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sun 8am-4pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Cafe-M-in-Berkeley-CA-150151871691500/\" target=\"_blank\">Cafe M in Berkeley, CA\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106447\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106447\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2801.jpg\" alt=\"Tempeh hash at Portal\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2801.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2801-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2801-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2801-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2801-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2801-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2801-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Tempeh hash at Portal \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>I typically like the food at Oakland’s \u003cstrong>Portal\u003c/strong>, and I (obviously) like hashes. So when I saw a maple tempeh hash on their menu, it sounded intriguing--I even like tempeh!--and I ordered it. What I got was a savory tempeh hash with nothing maple-y or sweet about it. Even setting the false advertising aside, it’s a miss. Large chunks of crispy tempeh are flecked with caraway and a pitiful amount of green onions. Perfectly poached eggs added a welcome richness to the dry tempeh, but the flavor of almost--burnt tempeh distracted. I’ve heard that their previous versions of this dish were better--tempeh and goat cheese sounds like a much better combination--but for now, I’d stick with their vegetable garbage bread for your vegetarian brunch needs.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.portaloakland.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Portal\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1611 2nd Ave [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/4zcquiEsdan\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94606\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 663-7678\u003cbr>\nHours: Closed Monday; Tue-Sat 11am-11pm; Sun 10am-10pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Portal-Oakland-350842241627472/?ref=bookmarks\" target=\"_blank\">Portal Oakland\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/portaloakland\" target=\"_blank\">@PortalOakland\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/portaloakland/\" target=\"_blank\">portaloakland\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106445\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106445\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2673.jpg\" alt=\"Beef hash at Sequoia Diner\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2673.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2673-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2673-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2673-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2673-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2673-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2673-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Beef hash at Sequoia Diner \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Newcomer \u003cstrong>Sequoia Diner\u003c/strong> has a simple, traditional diner menu improved by housemade sausage and bread products. It’s trendy (lots of succulents, waitresses with bright lipstick and cool shoes) but not precious (old school leather booths, a very family-friendly attitude). Their beef hash shows off their ability to punch up old favorites with subtle improvements. Potatoes and big chunks of tender, well-seasoned beef are formed into a sizable crispy patty, and topped with two wobbly poached eggs. My favorite part were the small colorful piles of tangy accompaniments: pickled cabbage, sliced carrots and dressed arugula. Hashes can sometimes be a slog, piles of potatoes that never seem to end, and these sides were a wonderful contrast, adding sharpness and acidity to each bite.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.sequoiadiner.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Sequoia Diner\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n3719 MacArthur Blvd [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/zF1Gm3Krfww\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94619\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 482-3719\u003cbr>\nHours: Closed Monday-Tuesday; Tue-Sun 8am-2pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/sequoiadiner\" target=\"_blank\">Sequoia Diner\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/sequoia_diner\" target=\"_blank\">@sequoia_diner\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106449\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106449\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2894.jpg\" alt=\"Carnitas hash at Doña Tomás\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2894.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2894-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2894-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2894-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2894-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2894-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2894-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Carnitas hash at Doña Tomás \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>There are plenty of reasons to love Temescal’s \u003cstrong>Doña Tomás\u003c/strong>. A wallet-friendly happy hour. An incredible amount of seating, making it both group and family-friendly. And, for the brunch crowd, a menu full of intriguing Mexican twists on standard brunch fare. Their beautifully presented carnitas hash was the most unusual one on this list. Instead of a concentrated mass of meat and potatoes, it was souplike, with pork and a selection of vegetables--zucchini, corn, tomato and okra-- in a rich, salty broth. The carnitas are wonderful, falling-apart tender, but the highlight is the vegetables, a rare sight on too many brunch menus. Unlike many dismal vegetable soups, the vegetables are properly cooked, maintaining their flavor and crunch. It’s a wonderfully messy dish, but thankfully they provide you with housemade corn tortillas, tender and chewy, to mop every delicious last bite.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://donatomas.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Doña Tomás\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n5004 Telegraph Ave [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/B7MyTszLwKS2\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94609\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 450-0522\u003cbr>\nHours: Closed Monday; Tue-Thu 5:00pm-9:30pm; Fri 5:30pm-10pm; Sat 9:30am-2pm, 5:30pm-10pm; Sun 9:30am-2:30pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/DonaTomasRestaurant\" target=\"_blank\">Dona Tomas\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/DonaTomasOak\" target=\"_blank\">@DonaTomasOak\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106448\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106448\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2885.jpg\" alt=\"Smoked pork hash at Brown Sugar Kitchen\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1277\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2885.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2885-400x266.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2885-800x532.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2885-768x511.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2885-1440x958.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2885-1180x785.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2885-960x639.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Smoked pork hash at Brown Sugar Kitchen \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Ask anyone in Oakland: the thing to get at \u003cstrong>Brown Sugar Kitchen\u003c/strong> are the waffles. It’s the West Oakland institution's signature dish, and the recipe has since made its way around the internet. And sure, they’re excellent. But although it may sound treasonous, the smoked pork hash is worth cheating on the waffles. If you’re not a fan of aggressive smoke and heat, order the beignets. But if you like to start your morning with a zippy burn, order the hash. Chunks of smoky pork maintain their tenderness even while transformed into a crispy browned patty. A slash of red, dairy-based sauce adds color and a moment of relief from the hash’s subtle, consistent heat. Liberally seasoned with cayenne, black pepper, red peppers and green onions, it's complex, layered and altogether satisfying.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://brownsugarkitchen.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Brown Sugar Kitchen\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n2534 Mandela Pkwy [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/tcWQj5Rppik\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94607\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 839-7685\u003cbr>\nHours: Closed Monday; Tue-Sat 7am-3pm; Sun 8am-3pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/brownsugarkitchen/\" target=\"_blank\">Brown Sugar Kitchen\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/BrownSugarKitch\" target=\"_blank\">@BrownSugarKitch\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106450\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106450\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2940.jpg\" alt=\"Pork belly hash at Grand Lake Kitchen\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2940.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2940-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2940-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2940-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2940-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2940-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2940-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pork belly hash at Grand Lake Kitchen \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The waits are long, the restaurant tiny, with tables squeezed almost on top of each other (when will the promised expansion next door finally begin?). Yet there’s a reason while the faithful line up for brunch at \u003cstrong>Grand Lake Kitchen\u003c/strong> every weekend. The wide ranging menu from that miniscule kitchen produces an eclectic mix of breakfast and lunch fare, dishes that balance the decadent with piquant bites of acidity. One such dish is the pork belly hash. From the first taste, it’s salty, fatty and rich. A drizzle of hollandaise almost--but not quite--pushes it over the the edge into depravity. A welcome sprinkle of chives helps cut through the richness.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Unlike many hashes, the potatoes don’t lose their identity, disappearing into a starchy base layer. Instead, a variety of whole small potatoes--yellow, red and purple--are slathered with tangy, slightly sweet grainy mustard. Lightly smashed, they’re folded in with with the crispy pork belly, with large chunks of the pork and potato competing for your affection. And although rushing out of bed to eat this decadent-yet-balanced dish might might seem like the antithesis of a lazy brunch, get there early: the menu warns that quantities are limited.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.grandlakekitchen.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Grand Lake Kitchen\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n576 Grand Ave, Oakland [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/Md8kwR9KMAp\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94610\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 922-9582\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon, Wed-Sun 9am-9:30pm; Closed Tuesday\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/GrandLakeKitchen\" target=\"_blank\">Grand Lake Kitchen\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/grandlakekitch\" target=\"_blank\">@GrandLakeKitch\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>Hashes don’t get the same kind of love as other breakfast and brunch foods. They’re not as decadent as pancakes, as 90s-nostalgic as Benedicts, or as Instagram-worthy as a $10 slice of avocado toast. That’s unfair, because--at least in the East Bay--they’re consistently one of the most satisfying dishes on the menu. Just think of the random-but-good dishes you’ve made from throwing together whatever is about to go bad into a skillet and putting an egg on top. That alchemy is magnified in the restaurant kitchen, where chefs can stretch their creativity in ways not afforded by yet another pancake dish. Here are five hashes we tried in Oakland and one in Berkeley. And if we didn’t include your favorite, let us know in the comments.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106446\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106446\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2795.jpg\" alt=\"Corned beef hash at Cafe M\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2795.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2795-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2795-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2795-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2795-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2795-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2795-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Corned beef hash at Cafe M \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Fourth Street’s \u003cstrong>Cafe M\u003c/strong> features a large breakfast menu that focuses on standards with several interesting flourishes: cinnamon-twist stuffed French toast, “Aztec” pulled pork in the huevos rancheros, blue corn pancakes. Their corn beef hash--a pretty, Christmas-y riot of red and green-- follows the same pattern, taking the familiar dish and adding thoughtful tweaks: the potatoes are thinly sliced instead of cubed, the bell peppers are charred, the corned beef cut into huge, tender chunks that more resemble ham. Those charred peppers--there are so many of them!--make it an almost peculiarly sweet dish, although the sweetness is tempered by the aggressive bite of two types of onions.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.cafemberkeley.net/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Cafe M\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1799 Fourth St #F [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/wypVmVErkAT2\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, CA 94710\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 526-4429\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sun 8am-4pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Cafe-M-in-Berkeley-CA-150151871691500/\" target=\"_blank\">Cafe M in Berkeley, CA\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106447\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106447\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2801.jpg\" alt=\"Tempeh hash at Portal\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2801.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2801-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2801-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2801-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2801-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2801-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2801-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Tempeh hash at Portal \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>I typically like the food at Oakland’s \u003cstrong>Portal\u003c/strong>, and I (obviously) like hashes. So when I saw a maple tempeh hash on their menu, it sounded intriguing--I even like tempeh!--and I ordered it. What I got was a savory tempeh hash with nothing maple-y or sweet about it. Even setting the false advertising aside, it’s a miss. Large chunks of crispy tempeh are flecked with caraway and a pitiful amount of green onions. Perfectly poached eggs added a welcome richness to the dry tempeh, but the flavor of almost--burnt tempeh distracted. I’ve heard that their previous versions of this dish were better--tempeh and goat cheese sounds like a much better combination--but for now, I’d stick with their vegetable garbage bread for your vegetarian brunch needs.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.portaloakland.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Portal\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1611 2nd Ave [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/4zcquiEsdan\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94606\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 663-7678\u003cbr>\nHours: Closed Monday; Tue-Sat 11am-11pm; Sun 10am-10pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Portal-Oakland-350842241627472/?ref=bookmarks\" target=\"_blank\">Portal Oakland\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/portaloakland\" target=\"_blank\">@PortalOakland\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/portaloakland/\" target=\"_blank\">portaloakland\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106445\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106445\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2673.jpg\" alt=\"Beef hash at Sequoia Diner\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2673.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2673-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2673-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2673-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2673-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2673-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2673-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Beef hash at Sequoia Diner \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Newcomer \u003cstrong>Sequoia Diner\u003c/strong> has a simple, traditional diner menu improved by housemade sausage and bread products. It’s trendy (lots of succulents, waitresses with bright lipstick and cool shoes) but not precious (old school leather booths, a very family-friendly attitude). Their beef hash shows off their ability to punch up old favorites with subtle improvements. Potatoes and big chunks of tender, well-seasoned beef are formed into a sizable crispy patty, and topped with two wobbly poached eggs. My favorite part were the small colorful piles of tangy accompaniments: pickled cabbage, sliced carrots and dressed arugula. Hashes can sometimes be a slog, piles of potatoes that never seem to end, and these sides were a wonderful contrast, adding sharpness and acidity to each bite.\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.sequoiadiner.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Sequoia Diner\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n3719 MacArthur Blvd [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/zF1Gm3Krfww\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94619\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 482-3719\u003cbr>\nHours: Closed Monday-Tuesday; Tue-Sun 8am-2pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/sequoiadiner\" target=\"_blank\">Sequoia Diner\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/sequoia_diner\" target=\"_blank\">@sequoia_diner\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106449\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106449\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2894.jpg\" alt=\"Carnitas hash at Doña Tomás\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2894.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2894-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2894-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2894-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2894-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2894-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2894-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Carnitas hash at Doña Tomás \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>There are plenty of reasons to love Temescal’s \u003cstrong>Doña Tomás\u003c/strong>. A wallet-friendly happy hour. An incredible amount of seating, making it both group and family-friendly. And, for the brunch crowd, a menu full of intriguing Mexican twists on standard brunch fare. Their beautifully presented carnitas hash was the most unusual one on this list. Instead of a concentrated mass of meat and potatoes, it was souplike, with pork and a selection of vegetables--zucchini, corn, tomato and okra-- in a rich, salty broth. The carnitas are wonderful, falling-apart tender, but the highlight is the vegetables, a rare sight on too many brunch menus. Unlike many dismal vegetable soups, the vegetables are properly cooked, maintaining their flavor and crunch. It’s a wonderfully messy dish, but thankfully they provide you with housemade corn tortillas, tender and chewy, to mop every delicious last bite.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://donatomas.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Doña Tomás\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n5004 Telegraph Ave [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/B7MyTszLwKS2\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94609\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 450-0522\u003cbr>\nHours: Closed Monday; Tue-Thu 5:00pm-9:30pm; Fri 5:30pm-10pm; Sat 9:30am-2pm, 5:30pm-10pm; Sun 9:30am-2:30pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/DonaTomasRestaurant\" target=\"_blank\">Dona Tomas\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/DonaTomasOak\" target=\"_blank\">@DonaTomasOak\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106448\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106448\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2885.jpg\" alt=\"Smoked pork hash at Brown Sugar Kitchen\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1277\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2885.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2885-400x266.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2885-800x532.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2885-768x511.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2885-1440x958.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2885-1180x785.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2885-960x639.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Smoked pork hash at Brown Sugar Kitchen \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Ask anyone in Oakland: the thing to get at \u003cstrong>Brown Sugar Kitchen\u003c/strong> are the waffles. It’s the West Oakland institution's signature dish, and the recipe has since made its way around the internet. And sure, they’re excellent. But although it may sound treasonous, the smoked pork hash is worth cheating on the waffles. If you’re not a fan of aggressive smoke and heat, order the beignets. But if you like to start your morning with a zippy burn, order the hash. Chunks of smoky pork maintain their tenderness even while transformed into a crispy browned patty. A slash of red, dairy-based sauce adds color and a moment of relief from the hash’s subtle, consistent heat. Liberally seasoned with cayenne, black pepper, red peppers and green onions, it's complex, layered and altogether satisfying.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://brownsugarkitchen.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Brown Sugar Kitchen\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n2534 Mandela Pkwy [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/tcWQj5Rppik\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94607\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 839-7685\u003cbr>\nHours: Closed Monday; Tue-Sat 7am-3pm; Sun 8am-3pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/brownsugarkitchen/\" target=\"_blank\">Brown Sugar Kitchen\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/BrownSugarKitch\" target=\"_blank\">@BrownSugarKitch\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106450\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106450\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2940.jpg\" alt=\"Pork belly hash at Grand Lake Kitchen\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2940.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2940-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2940-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2940-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2940-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2940-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/IMG_2940-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pork belly hash at Grand Lake Kitchen \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The waits are long, the restaurant tiny, with tables squeezed almost on top of each other (when will the promised expansion next door finally begin?). Yet there’s a reason while the faithful line up for brunch at \u003cstrong>Grand Lake Kitchen\u003c/strong> every weekend. The wide ranging menu from that miniscule kitchen produces an eclectic mix of breakfast and lunch fare, dishes that balance the decadent with piquant bites of acidity. One such dish is the pork belly hash. From the first taste, it’s salty, fatty and rich. A drizzle of hollandaise almost--but not quite--pushes it over the the edge into depravity. A welcome sprinkle of chives helps cut through the richness.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Unlike many hashes, the potatoes don’t lose their identity, disappearing into a starchy base layer. Instead, a variety of whole small potatoes--yellow, red and purple--are slathered with tangy, slightly sweet grainy mustard. Lightly smashed, they’re folded in with with the crispy pork belly, with large chunks of the pork and potato competing for your affection. And although rushing out of bed to eat this decadent-yet-balanced dish might might seem like the antithesis of a lazy brunch, get there early: the menu warns that quantities are limited.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cp>\"They're just noodles,\" yelled a heckler, as he walked by the few dozen of us standing in line outside the newly opened Mensho Tokyo Ramen on Geary Street.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Sure, maybe it's \u003cem>just\u003c/em> noodles, but don't say that to popular ramen creator Tomoharu Shono.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>This is Shono's first venture into the U.S., but his ramen shops in Tokyo are exceedingly popular and well-known for their inventive dishes. Each of the Tokyo shops has a specific theme, but the new San Francisco spot is more all-encompassing when it comes to authentic Japanese ramen.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>What makes it authentic Japanese ramen? There are five things that make up ramen, said Abram Plaut, Shono's Bay Area-based business partner known as \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ramen_beast/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\">Ramen Beast\u003c/a> for his ramen reviews and coming ramen app. Those five pillars are: soup, noodles, toppings, oil, and tare (the sauces mixed in). Those can combine in an infinite number of variations, meaning that ramen is \"very simple,\" said Plaut, but also very complex. Much of the ramen around the Bay Area, he said, is really just \"noodle soup.\" But Mensho perfects the combination of all five pillars to elevate the dish beyond soup.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106823\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106823\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-outside.jpg\" alt=\"The line outside Mensho on a Tuesday night.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-outside.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-outside-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-outside-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-outside-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-outside-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-outside-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-outside-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The line outside Mensho on a Tuesday night. \u003ccite>(Kelly O'Mara/KQED)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The shop opened this past weekend and is open every night except Monday, but you may need to get there early to get a seat in the small space. Two long rows of tables, plus a narrow bar, manage to cram about 30 people into the storefront, but there's at least that many waiting for a seat.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The wait can be long, and don't expect the line to get shorter anytime soon. The opening has been so hotly anticipated that one guy in front of us was already back for a second time. We showed up a little after 7 p.m. on a Tuesday and were seated around 8:30 p.m. There are also some kinks in the system that still need to be sorted out, in terms of order timing and service.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\"It's a work in progress,\" said Plaut. \"Be patient with us.\"\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>But the ramen, he promises, is worth the wait.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106825\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\" style=\"max-width: 640px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-106825\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-inside-1440x2209.jpg\" alt=\"The coming menu at Mensho Ramen.\" width=\"640\" height=\"982\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-inside-1440x2209.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-inside-400x614.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-inside-800x1227.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-inside-768x1178.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-inside-1180x1810.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-inside-960x1473.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The coming menu at Mensho Ramen. \u003ccite>(Kelly O'Mara/KQED)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Right now, the menu is limited to four main items: tori paitan ramen, organic shio or shoyu ramen, and vegan tantanmen. Ultimately, the full menu will include starters, like a starter ramen made via a coffee siphone of kombu dashi and kastuoboshi dashi poured over fresh noodles, and many more kinds of main dish ramen—tori paitan ramen, tonkotsu ramen, ebi miso ramen, organic shio and shoyu ramen, vegan tantanmen, and white truffle shio ramen—as well as tsukemen (a concentrated broth style) and mazesoba (a soup-less version).\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Shono, who was in town for the opening, has returned to Japan, leaving the shop in the hands of Plaut and Japanese staff. But he'll be back in San Francisco at the end of the month and will roll out more of the menu then.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Particularly anticipated is the debut of the hand-made noodles. Right now, Mensho purchases its noodles from \u003ca href=\"http://yamachanramen.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Yamachan\u003c/a>, and that will continue to be the case for the next six months or so until the noodle prep room can be fully built out. The tonkotsu ramen is also on hold until a broth preparation process that meets U.S. food safety standards can be perfected. (In Japan, the broth heats for 8-10 hours and then sits for another 8-10 hours.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106827\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106827\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen.jpg\" alt=\"Tori paitan ramen with pork and duck.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Tori paitan ramen with pork and duck. \u003ccite>(Kelly O'Mara/KQED)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>What is available right now, though, is plenty tasty. The current signature item is the tori paitan ramen, a rich and creamy chicken broth with pork and duck chasu, menma, kale, and burdock. Try the standard bowl ($16) or load up on double chase ($18), but good luck finishing. The bowl is fairly heavy and protein-dense. While some of the ingredients are being imported from Japan, Shono has said he is also relying heavily on local farmers markets. All in all, it makes for a very dense and smooth dish.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>For a slightly lighter meal, try the organic shoyu ($14), which comes with a pork and chicken broth, pork and duck chasu, kale, kale sprouts, menma, chives, and nori. Or, order the lightest of options, which is what we tried: the popular organic shio bowl ($9). The shio ramen is significantly lighter than either of the other non-vegetarian options, with thinner noodles and a watery broth. You can add extra pork or duck, or just enjoy the spice mixture of garlic, chives, nori, and shio tare.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Top it all off with a Suntory beer on tap, and you'll have a delicious authentic Japanese meal right here in San Francisco.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://mensho.tokyo/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Mensho Tokyo Ramen\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n672 Geary St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/IQDRul\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94102\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 800-8345\u003cbr>\nHours: Tues-Sun, 5pm-midnight\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/menya.shono\" target=\"_blank\">Shono Tomoharu\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/shono_menya\" target=\"_blank\">@shono_menya\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/menya_shono/\" target=\"_blank\">menya_shono\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ (ramen $9-$18)\u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>\"They're just noodles,\" yelled a heckler, as he walked by the few dozen of us standing in line outside the newly opened Mensho Tokyo Ramen on Geary Street.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Sure, maybe it's \u003cem>just\u003c/em> noodles, but don't say that to popular ramen creator Tomoharu Shono.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>This is Shono's first venture into the U.S., but his ramen shops in Tokyo are exceedingly popular and well-known for their inventive dishes. Each of the Tokyo shops has a specific theme, but the new San Francisco spot is more all-encompassing when it comes to authentic Japanese ramen.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>What makes it authentic Japanese ramen? There are five things that make up ramen, said Abram Plaut, Shono's Bay Area-based business partner known as \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ramen_beast/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\">Ramen Beast\u003c/a> for his ramen reviews and coming ramen app. Those five pillars are: soup, noodles, toppings, oil, and tare (the sauces mixed in). Those can combine in an infinite number of variations, meaning that ramen is \"very simple,\" said Plaut, but also very complex. Much of the ramen around the Bay Area, he said, is really just \"noodle soup.\" But Mensho perfects the combination of all five pillars to elevate the dish beyond soup.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106823\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106823\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-outside.jpg\" alt=\"The line outside Mensho on a Tuesday night.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-outside.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-outside-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-outside-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-outside-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-outside-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-outside-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-outside-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The line outside Mensho on a Tuesday night. \u003ccite>(Kelly O'Mara/KQED)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The shop opened this past weekend and is open every night except Monday, but you may need to get there early to get a seat in the small space. Two long rows of tables, plus a narrow bar, manage to cram about 30 people into the storefront, but there's at least that many waiting for a seat.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The wait can be long, and don't expect the line to get shorter anytime soon. The opening has been so hotly anticipated that one guy in front of us was already back for a second time. We showed up a little after 7 p.m. on a Tuesday and were seated around 8:30 p.m. There are also some kinks in the system that still need to be sorted out, in terms of order timing and service.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\"It's a work in progress,\" said Plaut. \"Be patient with us.\"\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>But the ramen, he promises, is worth the wait.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106825\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\" style=\"max-width: 640px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-106825\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-inside-1440x2209.jpg\" alt=\"The coming menu at Mensho Ramen.\" width=\"640\" height=\"982\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-inside-1440x2209.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-inside-400x614.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-inside-800x1227.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-inside-768x1178.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-inside-1180x1810.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-inside-960x1473.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The coming menu at Mensho Ramen. \u003ccite>(Kelly O'Mara/KQED)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Right now, the menu is limited to four main items: tori paitan ramen, organic shio or shoyu ramen, and vegan tantanmen. Ultimately, the full menu will include starters, like a starter ramen made via a coffee siphone of kombu dashi and kastuoboshi dashi poured over fresh noodles, and many more kinds of main dish ramen—tori paitan ramen, tonkotsu ramen, ebi miso ramen, organic shio and shoyu ramen, vegan tantanmen, and white truffle shio ramen—as well as tsukemen (a concentrated broth style) and mazesoba (a soup-less version).\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Shono, who was in town for the opening, has returned to Japan, leaving the shop in the hands of Plaut and Japanese staff. But he'll be back in San Francisco at the end of the month and will roll out more of the menu then.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Particularly anticipated is the debut of the hand-made noodles. Right now, Mensho purchases its noodles from \u003ca href=\"http://yamachanramen.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Yamachan\u003c/a>, and that will continue to be the case for the next six months or so until the noodle prep room can be fully built out. The tonkotsu ramen is also on hold until a broth preparation process that meets U.S. food safety standards can be perfected. (In Japan, the broth heats for 8-10 hours and then sits for another 8-10 hours.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106827\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106827\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen.jpg\" alt=\"Tori paitan ramen with pork and duck.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/ramen-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Tori paitan ramen with pork and duck. \u003ccite>(Kelly O'Mara/KQED)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>What is available right now, though, is plenty tasty. The current signature item is the tori paitan ramen, a rich and creamy chicken broth with pork and duck chasu, menma, kale, and burdock. Try the standard bowl ($16) or load up on double chase ($18), but good luck finishing. The bowl is fairly heavy and protein-dense. While some of the ingredients are being imported from Japan, Shono has said he is also relying heavily on local farmers markets. All in all, it makes for a very dense and smooth dish.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>For a slightly lighter meal, try the organic shoyu ($14), which comes with a pork and chicken broth, pork and duck chasu, kale, kale sprouts, menma, chives, and nori. Or, order the lightest of options, which is what we tried: the popular organic shio bowl ($9). The shio ramen is significantly lighter than either of the other non-vegetarian options, with thinner noodles and a watery broth. You can add extra pork or duck, or just enjoy the spice mixture of garlic, chives, nori, and shio tare.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Top it all off with a Suntory beer on tap, and you'll have a delicious authentic Japanese meal right here in San Francisco.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://mensho.tokyo/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Mensho Tokyo Ramen\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n672 Geary St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/IQDRul\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94102\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 800-8345\u003cbr>\nHours: Tues-Sun, 5pm-midnight\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/menya.shono\" target=\"_blank\">Shono Tomoharu\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/shono_menya\" target=\"_blank\">@shono_menya\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/menya_shono/\" target=\"_blank\">menya_shono\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ (ramen $9-$18)\u003c/p>\n\n\u003c/div>\u003c/p>",
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"content": "\u003cp>On my recent trip to China in early January, I was surprised to find scads of scampering monkeys swinging on red and gold banners all over Beijing. “It’s weeks before February 8, the start of the new Lunar New Year; isn’t it a bit early to start decorating?” I asked my guide.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“Oh no,” she replied, “it’s such an important holiday, people begin preparations way ahead.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Although I’m back in the East Bay now, part of me is still in China, wishing I could celebrate this New Year of the Monkey appropriately, with festive decorations and symbolic lucky foods. As I headed to a job in downtown Oakland last week, the clever Monkey spirit must have heard my wish, because I happened to pass the perfect store on the edge of Chinatown, called \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/chanco-houseware-and-restaurant-supplies-oakland\" target=\"_blank\">Chanco\u003c/a>. Its personable owners, husband and wife Jimmy and Sandra Lam, were happy to help me find everything I need to warmly welcome this year’s Fire Monkey (\u003ca href=\"http://susanlevitt.com/astrology/monkey-year-2016/\" target=\"_blank\">who is supposed to usher in a year of passion, creativity, and joy\u003c/a>).\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106415\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106415\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Chanco-sign.jpg\" alt=\"Chanco Housewares in Oakland Chinatown. Photo: Anna Mindess\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2702\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Chanco-sign.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Chanco-sign-400x563.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Chanco-sign-800x1126.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Chanco-sign-768x1081.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Chanco-sign-1440x2027.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Chanco-sign-1180x1661.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Chanco-sign-960x1351.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chanco Housewares in Oakland Chinatown. \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Chanco’s long red sign on 7\u003csup>th\u003c/sup> Street proclaims it a Housewares and Restaurant Supply Shop – my equivalent of a free ticket to foodie Fairyland. I was smitten the moment I stepped inside the cavernous interior filled with neatly arranged shelves displaying over 10,000 items. Aisle after aisle of kitchen treasures: from elegant Japanese crockery; super-sized soup tureens; teeny teapots; to a profusion of gadgets (such as graters, peelers, curlers, zesters in a range of sizes). Chanco, a year-and-a-half-old, family-owned business, caters to a range of customers, from devoted home cooks to small restaurant owners to the elder residents of Chinatown.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106420\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106420\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes.jpg\" alt=\"Auspicious red dishes\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1910\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes-400x398.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes-800x796.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes-768x764.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes-1440x1433.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes-1180x1174.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes-960x955.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes-32x32.jpg 32w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes-64x64.jpg 64w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes-96x96.jpg 96w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes-128x128.jpg 128w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes-150x150.jpg 150w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes-75x75.jpg 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Auspicious red dishes \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>When I asked Sandra what kind of dishes I would need for a Chinese New Year feast, she replied that it is important to use one’s best dishes or perhaps, like the custom of buying new clothes, a new set of dishes. She pointed out a few favorites for these festivities: red dishes with Chinese characters representing blessings, such as “longevity”; traditionally elegant blue and white patterns; or those featuring pink flowers, powerful dragons, or lucky koi fish.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106422\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106422\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/flower-bowls-1.jpg\" alt=\"Pink floral bowls\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1309\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/flower-bowls-1.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/flower-bowls-1-400x273.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/flower-bowls-1-800x545.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/flower-bowls-1-768x524.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/flower-bowls-1-1440x982.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/flower-bowls-1-1180x804.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/flower-bowls-1-960x655.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pink floral bowls \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>An essential element in the preparation for Lunar New Year is a thorough house cleaning and Sandra directed me to a section of the store stocked with a rainbow-hued range of brushes, brooms and gloves. “Remember to sweep toward the door,” she says, “you are sweeping out all the bad luck accumulated in the last year.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106419\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106419\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/brooms.jpg\" alt=\"Sweep away last year's bad luck \" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/brooms.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/brooms-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/brooms-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/brooms-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/brooms-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/brooms-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/brooms-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sweep away last year's bad luck \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>It’s important to maintain a positive attitude to welcome in a new year of health, family togetherness, longevity, wealth and other blessings. There are lucky foods to eat, and other auspicious traditions to observe.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“I love Lunar New Year because it is the time of year where everybody pauses from their busy lives to spend time with family and relatives, especially the elders,” Sandra says. “Growing up, my grandparents lived with us. My grandmother was kind of strict about keeping the New Year celebrations cheerful, as an omen for the coming year, so she didn’t let us watch any violent or sad TV shows, speak about bad things or eat anything with a negative connotation like bitter melon. ”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Sandra comes from a family of entrepreneurs. If you live closer to San Francisco, visit \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/kamei-restaurant-supply-san-francisco\" target=\"_blank\">Kamei\u003c/a>, a housewares store run by her aunt for over 20 years.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The quintessential dish on every Chinese New Year's eve table is a steamed fish. The Chinese word for fish, \u003cem>yu\u003c/em>, sounds like “surplus” and heralds prosperity. It is essential that the fish is served with head and tail attached to make sure that the coming year has both a good beginning and ending. \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2013/02/09/buy-a-live-fish-in-oakland-chinatown-for-traditional-new-year-feast/\" target=\"_blank\">In a previous post \u003c/a>when Lisa Li showed me how to buy a live fish, she explained, “Another important aspect of Chinese New Year tradition is not to finish the fish course on New Year’s Eve, but leave some to be eaten the next day so that the abundance of the \u003cem>yu\u003c/em> will continue into the New Year.\"\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The classic preparation for the fish is to steam it whole and Chanco carries a range of steamers that appeal to different groups. Sandra has noticed that Southeast Asian customers (Thai, Cambodian, Vietnamese, Burmese) love aluminum cookware, including steamers because they heat up faster.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106423\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106423\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fish-shaped-mold.jpg\" alt=\"Fish-shaped cake mold\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fish-shaped-mold.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fish-shaped-mold-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fish-shaped-mold-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fish-shaped-mold-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fish-shaped-mold-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fish-shaped-mold-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fish-shaped-mold-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Fish-shaped cake mold \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Chinese cooks prefer stainless steel because they deem it a healthier material to cook in. Yet, bamboo steamers are also part of traditional Chinese cooking and believed to enhance the ingredients being steamed. Chanco has all of these in a range of sizes, as well as fish-shaped molds for lucky fish sponge cakes.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106424\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106424\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CNY-banners.jpg\" alt=\"Lunar New Year Banners\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2188\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CNY-banners.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CNY-banners-400x456.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CNY-banners-800x912.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CNY-banners-768x875.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CNY-banners-1440x1641.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CNY-banners-1180x1345.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CNY-banners-960x1094.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lunar New Year Banners \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>At Chanco, you can also find the red and gold banners that are hung all over the house to usher in good luck, little red envelopes with mischievous monkeys that are filled with money and handed out to the kids and lucky bamboo plants believed to attract positive energy.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106418\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106418\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/bamboo.jpg\" alt=\"Bamboo is always lucky\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2318\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/bamboo.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/bamboo-400x483.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/bamboo-800x966.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/bamboo-768x927.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/bamboo-1440x1739.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/bamboo-1180x1425.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/bamboo-960x1159.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bamboo is always lucky \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>All I need to buy now to complete my preparations are fresh flowers, such as cherry blossoms and traditional foods, most of which have auspicious connotations.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>As \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2012/01/23/sizzling-wok-and-lucky-foods-welcome-the-chinese-new-year-of-the-dragon/\" target=\"_blank\">I found out previously\u003c/a>, it is essential to serve a whole chicken with head and feet, symbolizing family togetherness. And although many Chinese New Years’ foods vary by family and village, the one universal dish is crescent shaped \u003ca href=\"http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jiaozi\" target=\"_blank\">dumplings\u003c/a>. Traditionally, dumplings are made on New Year's Eve by all the members of the family, working together. Their shape represents gold ingots and symbolizes good fortune for the upcoming year.\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cul>\u003cstrong>Lucky food homonyms abound in the New Year’s menu.\u003c/strong> Sandra gives me some examples in Cantonese:\n\u003cli>Lotus root, \u003cem>lee nau\u003c/em>, sounds like \"come every year,\" to insure whatever you desire is ongoing.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Pigs’ feet, \u003cem>chu sao =\u003c/em> everything is within reach\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Dried oyster, \u003cem>ho see\u003c/em> = good things are coming\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Lettuce, \u003cem>san choi\u003c/em> = growing wealth\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Shrimp, \u003cem>ha\u003c/em> = laughter or happiness.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.nationsonline.org/oneworld/Chinese_Customs/food_symbolism.htm\" target=\"_blank\">Here’s an exhaustive list\u003c/a> of lucky-sounding foods.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“These traditions were a bigger part of my parents’ and grandparents’ generations, “ Sandra says with a sigh. “Nowadays, younger peoples’ lives are so busy, rushing around from one thing to another, there is no time to do all the preparations.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>For members of the older generation, part of the pre-New Year preparation is baking ten or more sweet rice cakes, daikon radish cakes or puffy sponge cakes to give as gifts to family members. Chanco has a huge assortment of disposable foil pans in a myriad of shapes. Perfect to hand out to visiting relatives. “Cooking these is still a big deal for our elders. They give cakes to the younger members of their family and feel very useful again,” says Sandra.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Steps to Prepare for The New Lunar New Year:\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003col>\n\u003cli>Clean your house from top to bottom to rid it of any bad luck from last year. Sweep it out towards the door.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Clean your internal house as well, paying off debts and resolving any quarrels with friends.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Get some new clothes and a haircut before the big day (scissors are to be avoided so you don’t snip off any good luck).\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Prepare food ahead of time for family and to give away. Knives also must be put away so you don’t accidentally cut off any incoming good luck.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Decorate the house with red and gold banners. Red signifies happiness; gold represents prosperity. Red lanterns work well, as do charms with fancy knots that protect from evil and ensure longevity.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Set out branches of plum and cherry blossoms (the first fruit of the year to blossom). Bid farewell to winter and anticipate spring. Kumquat, orange or mandarin trees are especially prized. If nothing else, display a bowl of these orange fruits in your home.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ol>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106425\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106425\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family.jpg\" alt=\"Sandra, Jimmy Lam and family\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1937\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family-400x404.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family-800x807.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family-768x775.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family-1440x1453.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family-1180x1190.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family-960x969.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family-32x32.jpg 32w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family-64x64.jpg 64w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family-96x96.jpg 96w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family-128x128.jpg 128w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family-150x150.jpg 150w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family-75x75.jpg 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sandra, Jimmy Lam and family \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/chanco-houseware-and-restaurant-supplies-oakland\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Chanco\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n410 7th Street [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Chanco/@37.7994441,-122.2754651,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m2!3m1!1s0x808f80b64effe33b:0xa7dae379afa5e944\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA, 94607\u003cbr>\nTel: (510) 238-8988\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sun 9:30am-6pm\u003cbr>\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Chanco-Housewares-Restaurant-Supply-703424203088435/?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook\u003c/a>: Chanco Oakland (Housewares & Restaurant Supply)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.chineseparade.com/calendar.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Chinese New Year events\u003c/a>, including San Francisco Chinatown’s Big Parade on Feb 20.\u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>On my recent trip to China in early January, I was surprised to find scads of scampering monkeys swinging on red and gold banners all over Beijing. “It’s weeks before February 8, the start of the new Lunar New Year; isn’t it a bit early to start decorating?” I asked my guide.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“Oh no,” she replied, “it’s such an important holiday, people begin preparations way ahead.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Although I’m back in the East Bay now, part of me is still in China, wishing I could celebrate this New Year of the Monkey appropriately, with festive decorations and symbolic lucky foods. As I headed to a job in downtown Oakland last week, the clever Monkey spirit must have heard my wish, because I happened to pass the perfect store on the edge of Chinatown, called \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/chanco-houseware-and-restaurant-supplies-oakland\" target=\"_blank\">Chanco\u003c/a>. Its personable owners, husband and wife Jimmy and Sandra Lam, were happy to help me find everything I need to warmly welcome this year’s Fire Monkey (\u003ca href=\"http://susanlevitt.com/astrology/monkey-year-2016/\" target=\"_blank\">who is supposed to usher in a year of passion, creativity, and joy\u003c/a>).\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106415\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106415\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Chanco-sign.jpg\" alt=\"Chanco Housewares in Oakland Chinatown. Photo: Anna Mindess\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2702\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Chanco-sign.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Chanco-sign-400x563.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Chanco-sign-800x1126.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Chanco-sign-768x1081.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Chanco-sign-1440x2027.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Chanco-sign-1180x1661.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Chanco-sign-960x1351.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chanco Housewares in Oakland Chinatown. \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Chanco’s long red sign on 7\u003csup>th\u003c/sup> Street proclaims it a Housewares and Restaurant Supply Shop – my equivalent of a free ticket to foodie Fairyland. I was smitten the moment I stepped inside the cavernous interior filled with neatly arranged shelves displaying over 10,000 items. Aisle after aisle of kitchen treasures: from elegant Japanese crockery; super-sized soup tureens; teeny teapots; to a profusion of gadgets (such as graters, peelers, curlers, zesters in a range of sizes). Chanco, a year-and-a-half-old, family-owned business, caters to a range of customers, from devoted home cooks to small restaurant owners to the elder residents of Chinatown.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106420\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106420\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes.jpg\" alt=\"Auspicious red dishes\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1910\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes-400x398.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes-800x796.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes-768x764.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes-1440x1433.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes-1180x1174.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes-960x955.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes-32x32.jpg 32w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes-64x64.jpg 64w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes-96x96.jpg 96w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes-128x128.jpg 128w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes-150x150.jpg 150w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/red-dishes-75x75.jpg 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Auspicious red dishes \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>When I asked Sandra what kind of dishes I would need for a Chinese New Year feast, she replied that it is important to use one’s best dishes or perhaps, like the custom of buying new clothes, a new set of dishes. She pointed out a few favorites for these festivities: red dishes with Chinese characters representing blessings, such as “longevity”; traditionally elegant blue and white patterns; or those featuring pink flowers, powerful dragons, or lucky koi fish.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106422\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106422\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/flower-bowls-1.jpg\" alt=\"Pink floral bowls\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1309\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/flower-bowls-1.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/flower-bowls-1-400x273.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/flower-bowls-1-800x545.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/flower-bowls-1-768x524.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/flower-bowls-1-1440x982.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/flower-bowls-1-1180x804.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/flower-bowls-1-960x655.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pink floral bowls \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>An essential element in the preparation for Lunar New Year is a thorough house cleaning and Sandra directed me to a section of the store stocked with a rainbow-hued range of brushes, brooms and gloves. “Remember to sweep toward the door,” she says, “you are sweeping out all the bad luck accumulated in the last year.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106419\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106419\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/brooms.jpg\" alt=\"Sweep away last year's bad luck \" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/brooms.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/brooms-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/brooms-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/brooms-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/brooms-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/brooms-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/brooms-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sweep away last year's bad luck \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>It’s important to maintain a positive attitude to welcome in a new year of health, family togetherness, longevity, wealth and other blessings. There are lucky foods to eat, and other auspicious traditions to observe.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“I love Lunar New Year because it is the time of year where everybody pauses from their busy lives to spend time with family and relatives, especially the elders,” Sandra says. “Growing up, my grandparents lived with us. My grandmother was kind of strict about keeping the New Year celebrations cheerful, as an omen for the coming year, so she didn’t let us watch any violent or sad TV shows, speak about bad things or eat anything with a negative connotation like bitter melon. ”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Sandra comes from a family of entrepreneurs. If you live closer to San Francisco, visit \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/kamei-restaurant-supply-san-francisco\" target=\"_blank\">Kamei\u003c/a>, a housewares store run by her aunt for over 20 years.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The quintessential dish on every Chinese New Year's eve table is a steamed fish. The Chinese word for fish, \u003cem>yu\u003c/em>, sounds like “surplus” and heralds prosperity. It is essential that the fish is served with head and tail attached to make sure that the coming year has both a good beginning and ending. \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2013/02/09/buy-a-live-fish-in-oakland-chinatown-for-traditional-new-year-feast/\" target=\"_blank\">In a previous post \u003c/a>when Lisa Li showed me how to buy a live fish, she explained, “Another important aspect of Chinese New Year tradition is not to finish the fish course on New Year’s Eve, but leave some to be eaten the next day so that the abundance of the \u003cem>yu\u003c/em> will continue into the New Year.\"\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The classic preparation for the fish is to steam it whole and Chanco carries a range of steamers that appeal to different groups. Sandra has noticed that Southeast Asian customers (Thai, Cambodian, Vietnamese, Burmese) love aluminum cookware, including steamers because they heat up faster.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106423\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106423\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fish-shaped-mold.jpg\" alt=\"Fish-shaped cake mold\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fish-shaped-mold.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fish-shaped-mold-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fish-shaped-mold-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fish-shaped-mold-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fish-shaped-mold-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fish-shaped-mold-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fish-shaped-mold-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Fish-shaped cake mold \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Chinese cooks prefer stainless steel because they deem it a healthier material to cook in. Yet, bamboo steamers are also part of traditional Chinese cooking and believed to enhance the ingredients being steamed. Chanco has all of these in a range of sizes, as well as fish-shaped molds for lucky fish sponge cakes.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106424\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106424\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CNY-banners.jpg\" alt=\"Lunar New Year Banners\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2188\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CNY-banners.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CNY-banners-400x456.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CNY-banners-800x912.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CNY-banners-768x875.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CNY-banners-1440x1641.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CNY-banners-1180x1345.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CNY-banners-960x1094.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lunar New Year Banners \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>At Chanco, you can also find the red and gold banners that are hung all over the house to usher in good luck, little red envelopes with mischievous monkeys that are filled with money and handed out to the kids and lucky bamboo plants believed to attract positive energy.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106418\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106418\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/bamboo.jpg\" alt=\"Bamboo is always lucky\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2318\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/bamboo.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/bamboo-400x483.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/bamboo-800x966.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/bamboo-768x927.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/bamboo-1440x1739.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/bamboo-1180x1425.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/bamboo-960x1159.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bamboo is always lucky \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>All I need to buy now to complete my preparations are fresh flowers, such as cherry blossoms and traditional foods, most of which have auspicious connotations.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>As \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2012/01/23/sizzling-wok-and-lucky-foods-welcome-the-chinese-new-year-of-the-dragon/\" target=\"_blank\">I found out previously\u003c/a>, it is essential to serve a whole chicken with head and feet, symbolizing family togetherness. And although many Chinese New Years’ foods vary by family and village, the one universal dish is crescent shaped \u003ca href=\"http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jiaozi\" target=\"_blank\">dumplings\u003c/a>. Traditionally, dumplings are made on New Year's Eve by all the members of the family, working together. Their shape represents gold ingots and symbolizes good fortune for the upcoming year.\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cul>\u003cstrong>Lucky food homonyms abound in the New Year’s menu.\u003c/strong> Sandra gives me some examples in Cantonese:\n\u003cli>Lotus root, \u003cem>lee nau\u003c/em>, sounds like \"come every year,\" to insure whatever you desire is ongoing.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Pigs’ feet, \u003cem>chu sao =\u003c/em> everything is within reach\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Dried oyster, \u003cem>ho see\u003c/em> = good things are coming\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Lettuce, \u003cem>san choi\u003c/em> = growing wealth\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Shrimp, \u003cem>ha\u003c/em> = laughter or happiness.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.nationsonline.org/oneworld/Chinese_Customs/food_symbolism.htm\" target=\"_blank\">Here’s an exhaustive list\u003c/a> of lucky-sounding foods.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“These traditions were a bigger part of my parents’ and grandparents’ generations, “ Sandra says with a sigh. “Nowadays, younger peoples’ lives are so busy, rushing around from one thing to another, there is no time to do all the preparations.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>For members of the older generation, part of the pre-New Year preparation is baking ten or more sweet rice cakes, daikon radish cakes or puffy sponge cakes to give as gifts to family members. Chanco has a huge assortment of disposable foil pans in a myriad of shapes. Perfect to hand out to visiting relatives. “Cooking these is still a big deal for our elders. They give cakes to the younger members of their family and feel very useful again,” says Sandra.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Steps to Prepare for The New Lunar New Year:\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003col>\n\u003cli>Clean your house from top to bottom to rid it of any bad luck from last year. Sweep it out towards the door.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Clean your internal house as well, paying off debts and resolving any quarrels with friends.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Get some new clothes and a haircut before the big day (scissors are to be avoided so you don’t snip off any good luck).\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Prepare food ahead of time for family and to give away. Knives also must be put away so you don’t accidentally cut off any incoming good luck.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Decorate the house with red and gold banners. Red signifies happiness; gold represents prosperity. Red lanterns work well, as do charms with fancy knots that protect from evil and ensure longevity.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Set out branches of plum and cherry blossoms (the first fruit of the year to blossom). Bid farewell to winter and anticipate spring. Kumquat, orange or mandarin trees are especially prized. If nothing else, display a bowl of these orange fruits in your home.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ol>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106425\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-106425\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family.jpg\" alt=\"Sandra, Jimmy Lam and family\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1937\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family-400x404.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family-800x807.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family-768x775.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family-1440x1453.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family-1180x1190.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family-960x969.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family-32x32.jpg 32w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family-64x64.jpg 64w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family-96x96.jpg 96w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family-128x128.jpg 128w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family-150x150.jpg 150w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sandra-and-family-75x75.jpg 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sandra, Jimmy Lam and family \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/chanco-houseware-and-restaurant-supplies-oakland\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Chanco\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n410 7th Street [\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/place/Chanco/@37.7994441,-122.2754651,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m2!3m1!1s0x808f80b64effe33b:0xa7dae379afa5e944\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA, 94607\u003cbr>\nTel: (510) 238-8988\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sun 9:30am-6pm\u003cbr>\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Chanco-Housewares-Restaurant-Supply-703424203088435/?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook\u003c/a>: Chanco Oakland (Housewares & Restaurant Supply)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cp>While ramen rages on throughout the Bay Area, \u003ca href=\"http://www.shibaramen.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Shiba Ramen\u003c/a>, a little stand in Emeryville, is giving \u003ca href=\"http://www.ramenshop.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Ramen Shop\u003c/a> and other noodle houses a run for their money. They are accomplishing this by serving up impeccable bowls of steaming, fragrant broth with chewy \u003ca href=\"http://sunnoodle.com/our-noodles/\" target=\"_blank\">Sun noodles\u003c/a>, carefully cooked meats and vegetables, and secret sauces that might make you jealous you don’t work there. And the plating is both fast and precise, a kind of architectural template for the perfect bowl of ramen.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>When we walked in the first time, pleased that the line was only 10 or so people long, I said to my wife, “It kind of feels like we’re in Tokyo, or some other actual city, not Emeryville” and she replied, “Yes, in a mall with housing.” And that’s exactly it. It’s hard to imagine planning to come here for dinner unless you happen to be on your way to a movie or have an appointment at the Apple store. Until you taste the ramen. Then, you start planning your next visit right away.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106485\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/storefront1920.jpg\" alt=\"The Shiba Ramen kiosk at Emeryville Public Market\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106485\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/storefront1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/storefront1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/storefront1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/storefront1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/storefront1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/storefront1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/storefront1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Shiba Ramen kiosk at Emeryville Public Market \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The \u003ca href=\"http://www.shibaramen.com/menu/\" target=\"_blank\">menu\u003c/a> changes daily, rotating through a brief staple of signature dishes. We tried three bowls, each named after the broth that is their base: spicy, buttercorn and soy milk. There are also four different types of Sun noodles at the kitchen’s disposal: straight, wavy, dry and super-thin. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The menu displayed above the counter is a bit confusing, as ingredients for each type aren’t listed, and it appears that you need to create your own. Luckily, that isn’t the case, and the printed menus floating about give you the lowdown. \u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106484\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/spicy1920.jpg\" alt=\"Spicy ramen with ground pork\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106484\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/spicy1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/spicy1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/spicy1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/spicy1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/spicy1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/spicy1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/spicy1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Spicy ramen with ground pork \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The spicy ramen comes with wavy noodles in a traditional tonkotsu bone broth made with pork and chicken and kicked up with sesame and shredded togarishi peppers that look like little slivers of saffron. Spicy pork, coarsely ground, is added in one quadrant of the bowl, bok choy in another, and the whole thing is sprinkled with green onions and bean sprouts. Floating on the side is a soft-boiled egg that’s been marinated in a secret tare, or sauce, that tastes like miso and soy, but that’s just a guess.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106482\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/buttercorn1920.jpg\" alt=\"Clear ramen with butter and corn\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106482\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/buttercorn1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/buttercorn1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/buttercorn1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/buttercorn1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/buttercorn1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/buttercorn1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/buttercorn1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Clear ramen with butter and corn \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The buttercorn is made with a light, clear, deeply flavorful pork and chicken broth and straight noodles, topped with pork (or chicken) chashu (marinated and braised meat), bean sprouts, micro-greens, the aforementioned egg, and menma (braised bamboo shoots). This is the same recipe for what is called “clear” ramen up to this point; for buttercorn, you guessed it, butter and corn are added. The butter adds a creamy richness to the meaty broth, and the corn sweetens the whole dish.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106483\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/soymilk1920.jpg\" alt=\"Soy milk ramen, which is vegan if you omit the egg, at Shiba Ramen\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106483\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/soymilk1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/soymilk1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/soymilk1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/soymilk1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/soymilk1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/soymilk1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/soymilk1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Soy milk ramen, which is vegan if you omit the egg, at Shiba Ramen \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>I was skeptical of the soy milk ramen, which is a vegan dish if you hold the egg, as I thought it might be too light without the pork that permeates the regular broth. I was happily wrong. The soy broth is deepened with earthy vegetables, and the roasted kabocha squash placed on top adds a smoky nuttiness. This version is also served with straight noodles, bean sprouts, that wonderful, marinated soft-boiled egg, bamboo shoots, corn, and green onions.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>There are Japanese beers on tap, as well as a selection of local brews, and two lovely sakes on the drier side. All alcohol comes with weird mall rules: Beverages have to be opened for you at the counter, and you’re admonished not to leave the area with them in hand. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Shiba Ramen is so good, you don’t even need to invent a reason to go to Emeryville. Just show up.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.shibaramen.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Shiba Ramen\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n5959 Shellmound St., Kiosk # 10 [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/V0esK3\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nEmeryville, CA 94608\u003cbr>\nPh: none\u003cbr>\nHours: Daily, 11am-3pm and 5-8pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Shiba-Ramen-755139937889148/\" target=\"_blank\">Shiba Ramen\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/shiba_ramen\" target=\"_blank\">@shiba_ramen\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/shibaramen/\" target=\"_blank\">shibaramen\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (Ramen $9.50-$12)\u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>While ramen rages on throughout the Bay Area, \u003ca href=\"http://www.shibaramen.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Shiba Ramen\u003c/a>, a little stand in Emeryville, is giving \u003ca href=\"http://www.ramenshop.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Ramen Shop\u003c/a> and other noodle houses a run for their money. They are accomplishing this by serving up impeccable bowls of steaming, fragrant broth with chewy \u003ca href=\"http://sunnoodle.com/our-noodles/\" target=\"_blank\">Sun noodles\u003c/a>, carefully cooked meats and vegetables, and secret sauces that might make you jealous you don’t work there. And the plating is both fast and precise, a kind of architectural template for the perfect bowl of ramen.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>When we walked in the first time, pleased that the line was only 10 or so people long, I said to my wife, “It kind of feels like we’re in Tokyo, or some other actual city, not Emeryville” and she replied, “Yes, in a mall with housing.” And that’s exactly it. It’s hard to imagine planning to come here for dinner unless you happen to be on your way to a movie or have an appointment at the Apple store. Until you taste the ramen. Then, you start planning your next visit right away.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106485\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/storefront1920.jpg\" alt=\"The Shiba Ramen kiosk at Emeryville Public Market\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106485\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/storefront1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/storefront1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/storefront1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/storefront1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/storefront1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/storefront1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/storefront1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Shiba Ramen kiosk at Emeryville Public Market \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The \u003ca href=\"http://www.shibaramen.com/menu/\" target=\"_blank\">menu\u003c/a> changes daily, rotating through a brief staple of signature dishes. We tried three bowls, each named after the broth that is their base: spicy, buttercorn and soy milk. There are also four different types of Sun noodles at the kitchen’s disposal: straight, wavy, dry and super-thin. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The menu displayed above the counter is a bit confusing, as ingredients for each type aren’t listed, and it appears that you need to create your own. Luckily, that isn’t the case, and the printed menus floating about give you the lowdown. \u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106484\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/spicy1920.jpg\" alt=\"Spicy ramen with ground pork\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106484\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/spicy1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/spicy1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/spicy1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/spicy1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/spicy1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/spicy1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/spicy1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Spicy ramen with ground pork \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The spicy ramen comes with wavy noodles in a traditional tonkotsu bone broth made with pork and chicken and kicked up with sesame and shredded togarishi peppers that look like little slivers of saffron. Spicy pork, coarsely ground, is added in one quadrant of the bowl, bok choy in another, and the whole thing is sprinkled with green onions and bean sprouts. Floating on the side is a soft-boiled egg that’s been marinated in a secret tare, or sauce, that tastes like miso and soy, but that’s just a guess.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106482\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/buttercorn1920.jpg\" alt=\"Clear ramen with butter and corn\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106482\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/buttercorn1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/buttercorn1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/buttercorn1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/buttercorn1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/buttercorn1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/buttercorn1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/buttercorn1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Clear ramen with butter and corn \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The buttercorn is made with a light, clear, deeply flavorful pork and chicken broth and straight noodles, topped with pork (or chicken) chashu (marinated and braised meat), bean sprouts, micro-greens, the aforementioned egg, and menma (braised bamboo shoots). This is the same recipe for what is called “clear” ramen up to this point; for buttercorn, you guessed it, butter and corn are added. The butter adds a creamy richness to the meaty broth, and the corn sweetens the whole dish.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106483\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/soymilk1920.jpg\" alt=\"Soy milk ramen, which is vegan if you omit the egg, at Shiba Ramen\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106483\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/soymilk1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/soymilk1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/soymilk1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/soymilk1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/soymilk1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/soymilk1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/02/soymilk1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Soy milk ramen, which is vegan if you omit the egg, at Shiba Ramen \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>I was skeptical of the soy milk ramen, which is a vegan dish if you hold the egg, as I thought it might be too light without the pork that permeates the regular broth. 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"content": "\u003cp>Unless you've been living under a lactose intolerant rock the last few years, you’ve experienced the rise of yogurt, \u003ca href=\"http://www.theatlantic.com/business/archive/2011/08/how-did-greek-yogurt-get-so-popular/244025/\" target=\"_blank\">particularly Greek yogurt\u003c/a>. America’s had a love affair with yogurt \u003ca href=\"http://www.grubstreet.com/2014/10/great-moments-in-the-history-of-yogurt.html\" target=\"_blank\">for hundreds of years\u003c/a>, but until recently, the most popular kinds were as far from traditional as possible: either frozen, sugar-laden, or identified by \u003ca href=\"http://www.yoplait.com/products/yoplait-go-gurt\" target=\"_blank\">their portability\u003c/a>. Starting in the early aughts, \u003ca href=\"http://usa.fage.eu/?gclid=CMvQmor1vsoCFYaCfgod_jgCLg&gclsrc=aw.ds\" target=\"_blank\">Fage\u003c/a> introduced America to the pleasures of its rich, thick, drained yogurt and its seemingly endless list of benefits: more protein, so you’ll stay full longer! Gut-friendly probiotic strains! The ease at which you can swap it for sour cream, leaving your family none the wiser on enchilada night!\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Greek yogurt exploded, and so did the rest of the yogurt aisle. A recent trip to Whole Foods gave me the option of goat milk yogurt, coconut milk yogurt, or even savory yogurt. And then there’s the geographic diversity of yogurt: there’s Russian yogurt, European yogurt, Asian yogurt--and Icelandic yogurt. Icelandic yogurt is a relatively new player in the competitive yogurt market, but it’s quickly becoming popular. And one the companies responsible is Petaluma’s \u003ca href=\"http://smariorganics.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Smári Yogurt\u003c/a>, whose owner’s bet that American consumers would be a fan of the ultra-thick yogurt of his Icelandic childhood is paying off, with its brightly colored cups showing up in stores nationwide. (Want to know what we thought of Smári’s yogurt? See below for our taste test.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106260\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari.jpg\" alt=\"Smári Icelandic Yogurt: Pure, Vanilla and Coconut\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106260\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Smári Icelandic Yogurt: Pure, Vanilla and Coconut \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Smári is a strained yogurt similar to Greek yogurt, but it’s made with much more milk, which its fans say give it a creamier taste and texture: while Greek yogurt is made from 2-3 cups of milk, Smári is made from 4 cups. Smári’s founder, Smári Ásmundsson, also says his yogurt has more protein per ounce than any other yogurt on the US market.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Smári isn’t the first Icelandic yogurt on the market--that would be nationwide brand \u003ca href=\"http://siggisdairy.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Siggi’s\u003c/a>, which debuted in 2007-- but Ásmundsson is confident that his yogurt in the brightly colored cups can make a play in the increasingly crowded dairy aisle. There’s the higher protein content, and there’s also his commitment to the yogurt’s organic status.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106257\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi.jpg\" alt=\"Siggi’s Icelandic Style Skyr: Plain, Pomegranate & Passion Fruit and Vanilla\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106257\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Siggi’s Icelandic Style Skyr: Plain, Pomegranate & Passion Fruit and Vanilla \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>“I’m a huge believer in organic food,” Ásmundsson said. “And I’m a huge believer in yogurt, Icelandic yogurt, which is called \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skyr\" target=\"_blank\">skyr\u003c/a> back home in Iceland. That was my fast food growing up.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>He’s also a big fan of fat. Skyr is traditionally made with skim milk, but last year, Smári introduced two full fat yogurts. Their move was part of a growing trend, partially fueled by the paleo trend and a \u003ca href=\"https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/low-fat/\" target=\"_blank\">shift away \u003c/a>from low fat diets, emphasizing the importance of fat in a healthy diet.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“I’m a huge fan of fat. I think fat is critical. Just don’t eat too much,” Ásmundsson said. “In order for our bodies to access the vitamins, the minerals and nutrients in our food, we have to have fat. Often fat is replaced with sugar, and sugar is so much worse for you than fat is. Plus, fat makes everything tasty. “\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Ásmundsson’s joked that skyr’s protein and fat helped make him strong growing up in his native Iceland, where he ate the tangy yogurt almost every day at school, and would often have it for dessert at home--prepared the traditional way, with some cream and brown sugar on top. After moving to America in his twenties he missed it, and started making it at home. There was only one problem: his skyr was terrible. “I had been making skyr for over a decade before I decided to start a company, and a big part of that was actually really bad,” he said. “It’s a very simple food, but any simple food--like bread, for example--is really hard to make well.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>A few years ago, Ásmundsson had a son. Now an in demand \u003ca href=\"http://www.smariproductions.com/\" target=\"_blank\">photographer\u003c/a> for working for clients like Volkswagen, Morgan Stanley, Rolex, he started looking into the world of children’s food and was disappointed in what he found. Everything seemed packed with sugar and artificial ingredients. Again, he missed the wholesome skyr of his childhood. So he made the decision: he would make it himself and sell it.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>It wasn’t an easy process. While Ásmundsson had significant brand and advertising experience, he had no experience with the dairy industry or starting a business. Then the Petaluma-based Ásmundsson wanted to make his product locally, but the equipment required for skyr’s distinctive texture was expensive, and no Petaluma dairy would take a risk on his untested product and install the new system. He worried about differentiating himself from all the other yogurts on the market, and spent over 100 hours hanging around the dairy aisles at the supermarket, questioning customers about what went into their yogurt-buying decisions.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>And the biggest problem remained: his skyr was bad. Eventually, he connected with an 82-year-old family friend in Iceland, who had been making skyr for years. Ásmundsson ran up his phone bill calling the friend, asking question after question until he was finally satisfied with his end product. “When I went back [to Iceland], I met with him,” Ásmundsson said. “He was responsible for all of sudden my skyr being better than yogurt I had ever had.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Finally, with the help of a cofounder with food business experience, an organic dairy in Wisconsin, and \u003ca href=\"https://circleup.com/community/article/how-icelandic-yogurt-ended-up-in-almost-every-whole-foods-in-america/VYBscykAACgAZwpc/\" target=\"_blank\">crowdfunding site CircleUp\u003c/a>, Smári yogurt launched in 2013 with four flavors, Pure, Vanilla, Strawberry, and Blueberry. Since then, they've added four flavors, and expanded to hundreds of stores nationwide.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Things are going well for Smári. They recently announced four new flavors, and Ásmundsson said they tripled their business from December 2015 to this month. He gets to eat his beloved skyr every day (“I eat yogurt every breakfast,” he said. “And if I’m feeling lazy, I’ll have yogurt for dinner”) and the son who inspired it all has become a big fan (he likes the recently released key lime flavor). But he’s still not satisfied. He wants to be in every grocery store in the country, to show America how delicious Iceland’s yogurt can be--and by the way, just what do Icelanders think about Smári?\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“It’s been very, very positive,” Ásmundsson said of the reaction from Icelanders. “People that try it, the most common reaction is ‘Oh my God, this is much better than what we have at home.’”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>So, how do Smári’s Icelandic style yogurts compare to similar products on the market? Bay Area Bites decided to host a taste taste and find out.\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106255\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/all-yogurt.jpg\" alt=\"Yogurt taste test: Smári, Siggi's, Straus Greek and Wallaby Greek\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106255\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/all-yogurt.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/all-yogurt-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/all-yogurt-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/all-yogurt-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/all-yogurt-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/all-yogurt-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/all-yogurt-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Yogurt taste test: Smári, Siggi's, Straus Greek and Wallaby Greek \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Pure Versus Plain\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>We tried three unflavored strained yogurts: two Icelandic style, including Smári’s (which they call pure) and Siggi’s, and Straus’ Greek Yogurt, to compare against. Smári was incredibly thick, with a dry mouthfeel and a piquant acidity. It’s so thick, it’s almost cheese like--Check, Please! Bay Area producer Tina Salter compared it to \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strained_yogurt\" target=\"_blank\">labneh\u003c/a>--and when we held it upside down, nothing happened. Tina said it had a grassy flavor that wasn’t as appealing to her, and said it had a “chalky, drier texture that’s not as satisfying for me.” On the other hand, both Wendy Goodfriend, Senior Producer of Bay Area Bites, and I both preferred the rich flavor of Smári over the plain Siggi’s, which had an unpleasantly bitter aftertaste.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106259\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-spoon.jpg\" alt=\"Smári Icelandic Yogurt Pure\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106259\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-spoon.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-spoon-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-spoon-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-spoon-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-spoon-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-spoon-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-spoon-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Smári Icelandic Yogurt Pure \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Texture wise, Siggi’s had a pleasingly creamy, almost silky texture. Tina noted that even though the Siggi’s we tried was nonfat, it still tasted like full fat to her. Both Icelandic yogurts were a lot thicker than the Straus yogurt, which more closely resembled their thinner, almost luxuriously smooth European-style yogurt. The Straus had a milder yet still rich taste that everyone found delicious, but if you’re craving the thickness and aggressive tang of a Greek yogurt, get a Fage--or one of the Icelandic styles we tried.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106256\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-spoon.jpg\" alt=\"Siggi’s Icelandic Style Skyr: Vanilla\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106256\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-spoon.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-spoon-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-spoon-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-spoon-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-spoon-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-spoon-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-spoon-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Siggi’s Icelandic Style Skyr: Vanilla \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106262\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/straus-spoon1.jpg\" alt=\"Straus Greek yogurt: Plain\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106262\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/straus-spoon1.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/straus-spoon1-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/straus-spoon1-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/straus-spoon1-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/straus-spoon1-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/straus-spoon1-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/straus-spoon1-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Straus Greek yogurt: Plain \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>A Vanilla Showdown\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Both Icelandic vanilla yogurts we tried were very similar tasting, with a strong vanilla scent and taste from their inclusion of real vanilla (no “artificial flavoring” here). Both were very sweet, but the Smári was a touch sweeter--Tina observed that with the Smári, “You start off with the sweetness, get a burst of vanilla in the middle and end with the acidity.” In both cases, we found that these yogurt’s aggressive sweetness against their natural acidity was jarring.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Real Fruit Versus Candy\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>We compared a fruit flavored Smári yogurt (coconut) and Siggi’s (passion fruit and pomegranate) against a locally made Greek yogurt with fruit: a \u003ca href=\"http://www.wallabyyogurt.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Wallaby’s\u003c/a> cherry-flavored Greek yogurt. Smári’s coconut flavor was the most interesting, with small chunks of dehydrated coconut mixed into the assertively coconut-y yogurt. I was a fan, but Wendy, although she thought the flavor tasted authentic, did not like the chunky texture.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The Siggi’s had an appealingly strong bite of passion fruit, but zero pomegranate flavor. Tina was a big fan, and wanted to try it frozen. When we tried the fruit-flavored Greek yogurt from Napa’s Wallaby yogurt, the reaction was swift and universal: complete disgust. The yogurt was incredibly thin, and that texture combined with the taste--\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/search?q=gummi+bears+candy&espv=2&biw=1814&bih=1177&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwj66onZhb_KAhUDLmMKHbgBCx0QsAQIUQ&dpr=1\" target=\"_blank\">Gummi Bears\u003c/a>, instead of the promised cherry--recalled the worst Dannon or \u003ca href=\"http://gogurt.com/products?gclid=CPTn9oqGv8oCFdKDfgod8XEEsA&gclsrc=aw.ds&dclid=CLicgouGv8oCFUp8fgodQ64PQg\" target=\"_blank\">Go Gurt\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106263\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/wallaby-flavored-spoon.jpg\" alt=\"Wallaby's Greek Blended Cherry yogurt.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1299\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106263\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/wallaby-flavored-spoon.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/wallaby-flavored-spoon-400x271.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/wallaby-flavored-spoon-800x541.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/wallaby-flavored-spoon-768x520.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/wallaby-flavored-spoon-1440x974.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/wallaby-flavored-spoon-1180x798.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/wallaby-flavored-spoon-960x650.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Wallaby's Greek Blended Cherry yogurt. \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>Unless you've been living under a lactose intolerant rock the last few years, you’ve experienced the rise of yogurt, \u003ca href=\"http://www.theatlantic.com/business/archive/2011/08/how-did-greek-yogurt-get-so-popular/244025/\" target=\"_blank\">particularly Greek yogurt\u003c/a>. America’s had a love affair with yogurt \u003ca href=\"http://www.grubstreet.com/2014/10/great-moments-in-the-history-of-yogurt.html\" target=\"_blank\">for hundreds of years\u003c/a>, but until recently, the most popular kinds were as far from traditional as possible: either frozen, sugar-laden, or identified by \u003ca href=\"http://www.yoplait.com/products/yoplait-go-gurt\" target=\"_blank\">their portability\u003c/a>. Starting in the early aughts, \u003ca href=\"http://usa.fage.eu/?gclid=CMvQmor1vsoCFYaCfgod_jgCLg&gclsrc=aw.ds\" target=\"_blank\">Fage\u003c/a> introduced America to the pleasures of its rich, thick, drained yogurt and its seemingly endless list of benefits: more protein, so you’ll stay full longer! Gut-friendly probiotic strains! The ease at which you can swap it for sour cream, leaving your family none the wiser on enchilada night!\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Greek yogurt exploded, and so did the rest of the yogurt aisle. A recent trip to Whole Foods gave me the option of goat milk yogurt, coconut milk yogurt, or even savory yogurt. And then there’s the geographic diversity of yogurt: there’s Russian yogurt, European yogurt, Asian yogurt--and Icelandic yogurt. Icelandic yogurt is a relatively new player in the competitive yogurt market, but it’s quickly becoming popular. And one the companies responsible is Petaluma’s \u003ca href=\"http://smariorganics.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Smári Yogurt\u003c/a>, whose owner’s bet that American consumers would be a fan of the ultra-thick yogurt of his Icelandic childhood is paying off, with its brightly colored cups showing up in stores nationwide. (Want to know what we thought of Smári’s yogurt? See below for our taste test.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106260\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari.jpg\" alt=\"Smári Icelandic Yogurt: Pure, Vanilla and Coconut\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106260\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Smári Icelandic Yogurt: Pure, Vanilla and Coconut \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Smári is a strained yogurt similar to Greek yogurt, but it’s made with much more milk, which its fans say give it a creamier taste and texture: while Greek yogurt is made from 2-3 cups of milk, Smári is made from 4 cups. Smári’s founder, Smári Ásmundsson, also says his yogurt has more protein per ounce than any other yogurt on the US market.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Smári isn’t the first Icelandic yogurt on the market--that would be nationwide brand \u003ca href=\"http://siggisdairy.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Siggi’s\u003c/a>, which debuted in 2007-- but Ásmundsson is confident that his yogurt in the brightly colored cups can make a play in the increasingly crowded dairy aisle. There’s the higher protein content, and there’s also his commitment to the yogurt’s organic status.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106257\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi.jpg\" alt=\"Siggi’s Icelandic Style Skyr: Plain, Pomegranate & Passion Fruit and Vanilla\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106257\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Siggi’s Icelandic Style Skyr: Plain, Pomegranate & Passion Fruit and Vanilla \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>“I’m a huge believer in organic food,” Ásmundsson said. “And I’m a huge believer in yogurt, Icelandic yogurt, which is called \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skyr\" target=\"_blank\">skyr\u003c/a> back home in Iceland. That was my fast food growing up.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>He’s also a big fan of fat. Skyr is traditionally made with skim milk, but last year, Smári introduced two full fat yogurts. Their move was part of a growing trend, partially fueled by the paleo trend and a \u003ca href=\"https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/low-fat/\" target=\"_blank\">shift away \u003c/a>from low fat diets, emphasizing the importance of fat in a healthy diet.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“I’m a huge fan of fat. I think fat is critical. Just don’t eat too much,” Ásmundsson said. “In order for our bodies to access the vitamins, the minerals and nutrients in our food, we have to have fat. Often fat is replaced with sugar, and sugar is so much worse for you than fat is. Plus, fat makes everything tasty. “\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Ásmundsson’s joked that skyr’s protein and fat helped make him strong growing up in his native Iceland, where he ate the tangy yogurt almost every day at school, and would often have it for dessert at home--prepared the traditional way, with some cream and brown sugar on top. After moving to America in his twenties he missed it, and started making it at home. There was only one problem: his skyr was terrible. “I had been making skyr for over a decade before I decided to start a company, and a big part of that was actually really bad,” he said. “It’s a very simple food, but any simple food--like bread, for example--is really hard to make well.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>A few years ago, Ásmundsson had a son. Now an in demand \u003ca href=\"http://www.smariproductions.com/\" target=\"_blank\">photographer\u003c/a> for working for clients like Volkswagen, Morgan Stanley, Rolex, he started looking into the world of children’s food and was disappointed in what he found. Everything seemed packed with sugar and artificial ingredients. Again, he missed the wholesome skyr of his childhood. So he made the decision: he would make it himself and sell it.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>It wasn’t an easy process. While Ásmundsson had significant brand and advertising experience, he had no experience with the dairy industry or starting a business. Then the Petaluma-based Ásmundsson wanted to make his product locally, but the equipment required for skyr’s distinctive texture was expensive, and no Petaluma dairy would take a risk on his untested product and install the new system. He worried about differentiating himself from all the other yogurts on the market, and spent over 100 hours hanging around the dairy aisles at the supermarket, questioning customers about what went into their yogurt-buying decisions.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>And the biggest problem remained: his skyr was bad. Eventually, he connected with an 82-year-old family friend in Iceland, who had been making skyr for years. Ásmundsson ran up his phone bill calling the friend, asking question after question until he was finally satisfied with his end product. “When I went back [to Iceland], I met with him,” Ásmundsson said. “He was responsible for all of sudden my skyr being better than yogurt I had ever had.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Finally, with the help of a cofounder with food business experience, an organic dairy in Wisconsin, and \u003ca href=\"https://circleup.com/community/article/how-icelandic-yogurt-ended-up-in-almost-every-whole-foods-in-america/VYBscykAACgAZwpc/\" target=\"_blank\">crowdfunding site CircleUp\u003c/a>, Smári yogurt launched in 2013 with four flavors, Pure, Vanilla, Strawberry, and Blueberry. Since then, they've added four flavors, and expanded to hundreds of stores nationwide.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Things are going well for Smári. They recently announced four new flavors, and Ásmundsson said they tripled their business from December 2015 to this month. He gets to eat his beloved skyr every day (“I eat yogurt every breakfast,” he said. “And if I’m feeling lazy, I’ll have yogurt for dinner”) and the son who inspired it all has become a big fan (he likes the recently released key lime flavor). But he’s still not satisfied. He wants to be in every grocery store in the country, to show America how delicious Iceland’s yogurt can be--and by the way, just what do Icelanders think about Smári?\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“It’s been very, very positive,” Ásmundsson said of the reaction from Icelanders. “People that try it, the most common reaction is ‘Oh my God, this is much better than what we have at home.’”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>So, how do Smári’s Icelandic style yogurts compare to similar products on the market? Bay Area Bites decided to host a taste taste and find out.\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106255\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/all-yogurt.jpg\" alt=\"Yogurt taste test: Smári, Siggi's, Straus Greek and Wallaby Greek\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106255\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/all-yogurt.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/all-yogurt-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/all-yogurt-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/all-yogurt-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/all-yogurt-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/all-yogurt-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/all-yogurt-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Yogurt taste test: Smári, Siggi's, Straus Greek and Wallaby Greek \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Pure Versus Plain\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>We tried three unflavored strained yogurts: two Icelandic style, including Smári’s (which they call pure) and Siggi’s, and Straus’ Greek Yogurt, to compare against. Smári was incredibly thick, with a dry mouthfeel and a piquant acidity. It’s so thick, it’s almost cheese like--Check, Please! Bay Area producer Tina Salter compared it to \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strained_yogurt\" target=\"_blank\">labneh\u003c/a>--and when we held it upside down, nothing happened. Tina said it had a grassy flavor that wasn’t as appealing to her, and said it had a “chalky, drier texture that’s not as satisfying for me.” On the other hand, both Wendy Goodfriend, Senior Producer of Bay Area Bites, and I both preferred the rich flavor of Smári over the plain Siggi’s, which had an unpleasantly bitter aftertaste.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106259\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-spoon.jpg\" alt=\"Smári Icelandic Yogurt Pure\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106259\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-spoon.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-spoon-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-spoon-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-spoon-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-spoon-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-spoon-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/smari-spoon-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Smári Icelandic Yogurt Pure \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Texture wise, Siggi’s had a pleasingly creamy, almost silky texture. Tina noted that even though the Siggi’s we tried was nonfat, it still tasted like full fat to her. Both Icelandic yogurts were a lot thicker than the Straus yogurt, which more closely resembled their thinner, almost luxuriously smooth European-style yogurt. The Straus had a milder yet still rich taste that everyone found delicious, but if you’re craving the thickness and aggressive tang of a Greek yogurt, get a Fage--or one of the Icelandic styles we tried.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106256\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-spoon.jpg\" alt=\"Siggi’s Icelandic Style Skyr: Vanilla\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106256\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-spoon.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-spoon-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-spoon-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-spoon-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-spoon-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-spoon-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/siggi-spoon-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Siggi’s Icelandic Style Skyr: Vanilla \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106262\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/straus-spoon1.jpg\" alt=\"Straus Greek yogurt: Plain\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106262\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/straus-spoon1.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/straus-spoon1-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/straus-spoon1-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/straus-spoon1-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/straus-spoon1-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/straus-spoon1-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/straus-spoon1-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Straus Greek yogurt: Plain \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>A Vanilla Showdown\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Both Icelandic vanilla yogurts we tried were very similar tasting, with a strong vanilla scent and taste from their inclusion of real vanilla (no “artificial flavoring” here). Both were very sweet, but the Smári was a touch sweeter--Tina observed that with the Smári, “You start off with the sweetness, get a burst of vanilla in the middle and end with the acidity.” In both cases, we found that these yogurt’s aggressive sweetness against their natural acidity was jarring.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Real Fruit Versus Candy\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>We compared a fruit flavored Smári yogurt (coconut) and Siggi’s (passion fruit and pomegranate) against a locally made Greek yogurt with fruit: a \u003ca href=\"http://www.wallabyyogurt.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Wallaby’s\u003c/a> cherry-flavored Greek yogurt. Smári’s coconut flavor was the most interesting, with small chunks of dehydrated coconut mixed into the assertively coconut-y yogurt. I was a fan, but Wendy, although she thought the flavor tasted authentic, did not like the chunky texture.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The Siggi’s had an appealingly strong bite of passion fruit, but zero pomegranate flavor. Tina was a big fan, and wanted to try it frozen. When we tried the fruit-flavored Greek yogurt from Napa’s Wallaby yogurt, the reaction was swift and universal: complete disgust. The yogurt was incredibly thin, and that texture combined with the taste--\u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/search?q=gummi+bears+candy&espv=2&biw=1814&bih=1177&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwj66onZhb_KAhUDLmMKHbgBCx0QsAQIUQ&dpr=1\" target=\"_blank\">Gummi Bears\u003c/a>, instead of the promised cherry--recalled the worst Dannon or \u003ca href=\"http://gogurt.com/products?gclid=CPTn9oqGv8oCFdKDfgod8XEEsA&gclsrc=aw.ds&dclid=CLicgouGv8oCFUp8fgodQ64PQg\" target=\"_blank\">Go Gurt\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106263\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/wallaby-flavored-spoon.jpg\" alt=\"Wallaby's Greek Blended Cherry yogurt.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1299\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106263\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/wallaby-flavored-spoon.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/wallaby-flavored-spoon-400x271.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/wallaby-flavored-spoon-800x541.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/wallaby-flavored-spoon-768x520.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/wallaby-flavored-spoon-1440x974.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/wallaby-flavored-spoon-1180x798.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/wallaby-flavored-spoon-960x650.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Wallaby's Greek Blended Cherry yogurt. \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\u003c/div>\u003c/p>",
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"disqusTitle": "Bay Area Bites Guide to 10 Favorite South Bay Pho Restaurants",
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"content": "\u003cp>As El Niño brings grey and rainy days to the Bay Area, a large steaming bowl of pho noodle soup may be the tastiest way to warm your soul and lift your damp spirits. Vietnamese noodle soup, with its savory broth and thin slices of beef is easily customizable by adding different condiments and garnishes. The South Bay Area has a wealth of Vietnamese restaurants serving pho and each restaurant has its own specialty and offerings of beef cuts. Here is a collection of 10 tasty South Bay spots to slurp pho. If I missed your favorite please be sure to share it in the comments.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106094\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Lovers.jpg\" alt=\"The Lovers special noodle with rare steak, beef balls, at ox tail.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106094\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Lovers.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Lovers-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Lovers-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Lovers-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Lovers-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Lovers-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Lovers-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Lovers special noodle with rare steak, beef balls, at ox tail. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Pho Lovers\u003c/strong> is a popular, family-run restaurant in Sunnyvale serves a small offering of pho in addition to traditional vietnamese dishes. The signature \"Lovers Special\" features rare steak, meatballs and ox tail. The broth is very light, predominant flavors are fresh onion and cilantro. The meatballs are surprisingly tender while the oxtail meat practically melts off the bone. The tableside jar of oiled chili flakes is a perfect condiment to add a touch of spice. Do be aware that Pho Lovers will not take credit cards for checks less than $10.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/pho-lovers-sunnyvale\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Pho Lovers\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n253 E Maude Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/6byTCI\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSunnyvale, CA 94085\u003cbr>\nPh: (408) 530-8583\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sun 10am-9pm\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (entrees under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106098\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactory.jpg\" alt=\"Pho dac biet at Pho Factory with rare filet mignon, well-done flank, brisket, tendon and tripe.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106098\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactory.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactory-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactory-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactory-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactory-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactory-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactory-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pho dac biet at Pho Factory with rare filet mignon, well-done flank, brisket, tendon and tripe. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Pho Factory\u003c/strong> serves bowls of pho in a clean, modern setting with friendly servers who take customer orders on iPads. The house specialty is a smoked veal pho. The veal arrives on a plate raw and is quickly cooked in the hot broth. A special shrimp sauce served alongside the veal pho adds a unique sweet and salty flavor to the broth. Perfect for meat lovers, the #11 features tender slices of filet mignon, flank, brisket, tripe and tendon served in a broth seasoned with star anise and white pepper.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106099\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactoryVeal.jpg\" alt=\"The smoked veal special pho at Pho Factory. \" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106099\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactoryVeal.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactoryVeal-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactoryVeal-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactoryVeal-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactoryVeal-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactoryVeal-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactoryVeal-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The smoked veal special pho at Pho Factory. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/pho-factory-milpitas-2\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Pho Factory\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n888 E Capitol Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/QQeZ5n\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nMilpitas, CA 95035\u003cbr>\nPh: (408) 956-1888\u003cbr>\nHours: Tue-Sun 10am-9:30pm; Closed Monday\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/Pho-Factory/235684553294998?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Pho Factory\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (entrees under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106100\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoKimLong.jpg\" alt=\"The popular #8 combination pho with rare filet mignon, well-done brisket, flank and tendon.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106100\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoKimLong.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoKimLong-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoKimLong-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoKimLong-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoKimLong-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoKimLong-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoKimLong-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The popular #8 combination pho with rare filet mignon, well-done brisket, flank and tendon. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Pho Kim Long\u003c/strong> enjoys being the crowd favorite for pho in the South Bay. The restaurant's popularity and quick flying service means you are likely to be squeezed onto a table with another party — take it or leave it. The popular #8 combination features rare filet mignon, well-done brisket, flank and tendon. The extremely fresh tender cuts of beef give the broth a deep, savory flavor complemented by a heaping garnish of cilantro. Pho Kim Long accepts cash only.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/pho-kim-long-restaurant-san-jose?search_key=75648\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Pho Kim Long Restaurant\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n2082 N Capitol Ave [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/aIXRcf\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Jose, CA 95132\u003cbr>\nPh: (408) 946-2181\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sun 9am-9:30pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/Pho-Kim-Long/118263878189905?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Pho Kim Long\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (entrees under $10) \u003cstrong>Cash Only\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106091\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Bun-Bo-Hue-An-Nam.jpg\" alt=\"The spicy beef noodle pho with ox pizzle and pork blood. \" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106091\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Bun-Bo-Hue-An-Nam.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Bun-Bo-Hue-An-Nam-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Bun-Bo-Hue-An-Nam-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Bun-Bo-Hue-An-Nam-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Bun-Bo-Hue-An-Nam-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Bun-Bo-Hue-An-Nam-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Bun-Bo-Hue-An-Nam-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The spicy beef noodle pho with ox pizzle and pork blood. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Tucked away in a San Jose strip mall, \u003cstrong>Bun Bo Hue An Nam\u003c/strong> is a popular location for pho and is known for its add-on ingredients. The signature bun bo hue is a spicy beef noodle soup. For an extra charge, customers can add pork blood cake as well as ox pizzle (braised ox penis). The pork blood cake has an acquired gamey and iron flavor. The ox pizzle is chewy and while it may give you some bragging rights, it offers little to no flavor to the soup. The regular beef pho broth has a very pleasant lemongrass aroma. Bun Bo Hue An Nam accepts cash only.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106092\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/BunBoHueAnNamFilet.jpg\" alt=\"Pho with thin slices of filet mignon at Bun Bo Hue An Nam in East San Jose.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106092\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/BunBoHueAnNamFilet.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/BunBoHueAnNamFilet-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/BunBoHueAnNamFilet-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/BunBoHueAnNamFilet-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/BunBoHueAnNamFilet-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/BunBoHueAnNamFilet-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/BunBoHueAnNamFilet-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pho with thin slices of filet mignon at Bun Bo Hue An Nam in East San Jose. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/bun-bo-hue-an-nam-san-jose\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Bun Bo Hue An Nam\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n740 Story Rd. Ste 3 [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/cNlcCM\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Jose, CA 95122\u003cbr>\nPh: (408) 993-1755\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon 9am-9pm; Wed-Sun 9am-9pm; Closed Tuesday.\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/BunBoHueAnNam\" target=\"_blank\">Bun Bo Hue An Nam\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (entrees under $10) \u003cstrong>Cash Only\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106095\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Y-1.jpg\" alt=\"Pho Y special with eye of round steak, well-done flank, fatty brisket, soft tendon and meat ball.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106095\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Y-1.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Y-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Y-1-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Y-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Y-1-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Y-1-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Y-1-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pho Y special with eye of round steak, well-done flank, fatty brisket, soft tendon and meat ball. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Pho Y #1\u003c/strong> is a sparsely decorated yet popular dive for pho in East San Jose. The pho served here arrives so hot the menu makes note to warn you. The Pho Y special features eye of round steak, well-done flank, fatty brisket, soft tendon and meatballs. After you’ve let your piping hot pho cool down, you are rewarded with a delicious balance of savory and slightly sweet broth swimming with a bounty of tender cuts of beef. Pho Y #1 only accepts cash.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.pho1vn.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Pho Y #1\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1660 E Capitol Expy [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/AhcTbC\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Jose, CA 95121\u003cbr>\nPh: (408) 274-1769\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sun 10:30am-9pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pho1vn\" target=\"_blank\">Pho #1\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (entrees under $10) \u003cstrong>Cash Only\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106204\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoCongLy-new.jpg\" alt=\"The Pho Gourmet with rare steak, lean brisket, flank, tendon and tripe. \" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106204\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoCongLy-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoCongLy-new-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoCongLy-new-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoCongLy-new-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoCongLy-new-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoCongLy-new-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoCongLy-new-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Pho Gourmet with rare steak, lean brisket, flank, tendon and tripe. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Pho Cong Ly\u003c/strong> serves as a popular pho option for SJSU students and downtown San Jose residents alike. Pho can be ordered in small, medium or large sizes. The popular Pho Gourmet features a mix of oxtail, beef shank, rare filet mignon and beef tongue. The tender oxtail is indescribably savory and the mix of different beef cuts give the broth a bold and salty flavor. A large glass of water is a must.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/pho-cong-ly-san-jose-3\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Pho Cong Ly\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n460 E William St [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/NyBALh\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Jose, CA 95112\u003cbr>\nPh: (408) 610-9849\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sun 9am-10pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Conglyrestaurent/\" target=\"_blank\">Pho Cong Ly\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (entrees under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106200\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNam-new.jpg\" alt=\"The house special pho at Pho Nam in Sunnyvale with steak, lean brisket, flank, tendon and tripe.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106200\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNam-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNam-new-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNam-new-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNam-new-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNam-new-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNam-new-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNam-new-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The house special pho at Pho Nam in Sunnyvale with steak, lean brisket, flank, tendon and tripe. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Pho Nam\u003c/strong> serves a menu of beef and chicken pho as well as traditional Vietnamese dishes in a clean and friendly setting. The restaurant also offers special toppings such as green onions in oil and kimchi. The house special pho features rare steak, lean brisket, flank, tendon and tripe. The meaty broth gets a subtly sweet touch from a garnish of fresh white onions. The green onions and oil add an additional bright, sweet flavor to the mix. Pho Nam also serves a special pho and smoothie combination.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106203\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNamChicken-new.jpg\" alt=\"Pho ga at Pho Nam in Sunnyvale.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106203\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNamChicken-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNamChicken-new-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNamChicken-new-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNamChicken-new-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNamChicken-new-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNamChicken-new-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNamChicken-new-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pho ga at Pho Nam in Sunnyvale. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/pho-nam-sunnyvale-2\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Pho Nam Restaurant\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n844 W El Camino Real [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/3kimO4\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSunnyvale, CA 94087\u003cbr>\nPh: (408) 737-1086\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Thu 10am-8pm; Fri-Sat 10am-9pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/Pho-Nam-Restaurant/111525455554221?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Pho Nam Restaurant\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (entrees under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106096\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho90.jpg\" alt=\"The smoked veal special pho at Pho 90 Degree.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106096\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho90.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho90-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho90-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho90-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho90-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho90-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho90-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The smoked veal special pho at Pho 90 Degree. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Pho 90 Degree\u003c/strong> serves pho featuring cuts of Certified Angus Beef in a dining room that resembles a Venetian palace. Servers take orders using iPads and are available by the push of a tableside button. The house special is a smoked veal pho served in a salty, piping hot broth that quickly cooks the thin slices of raw veal. The restaurant also serves a vè dòn pho which features stir-fried flank steak.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/pho-90-degree-san-jose?search_key=59646\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Pho 90 Degree\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nSan Jose Vietnam Town, 999 Story Rd. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/rCJy0z\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Jose, CA 95122\u003cbr>\nPh: (408) 993-9090\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Thu 9am-12am; Fri-Sat 9am-3am\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/Pho-90/376569239096601?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Pho 90\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (entrees under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106103\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNguyen.jpg\" alt=\"The number 1 house special pho at Pho Nguyen in Milpitas.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106103\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNguyen.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNguyen-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNguyen-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNguyen-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNguyen-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNguyen-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNguyen-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The number 1 house special pho at Pho Nguyen in Milpitas. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Pho Nguyen\u003c/strong> is set in a busy shopping center in Milpitas. The bustling restaurant serves a large menu of pho, other noodle soups and traditional Vietnamese dishes. A steaming pot of complimentary hot tea is served at each table. The #1 special beef noodle is an excellent choice for first-timers (as well as regulars) with its salty and savory broth complemented by copious amounts of fresh green onions. The spicy beef noodle soup is also a crowd favorite.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/pho-nguyen-milpitas?search_key=61994\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Pho Nguyen Vietnamese\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n275 W Calaveras Blvd. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/Pp2dDm\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nMilpitas, CA 95035\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sat 9am-9:45pm; Sun 9am-8:45pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/Pho-Nguyen-Restaurant/111722522199078?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Pho Nguyen Restaurant\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (entrees under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106197\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/HouseofPho-new.jpg\" alt=\"House special combination of beef and beef balls at House of Pho.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106197\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/HouseofPho-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/HouseofPho-new-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/HouseofPho-new-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/HouseofPho-new-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/HouseofPho-new-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/HouseofPho-new-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/HouseofPho-new-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">#2 House special combination of beef and beef balls at House of Pho. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>House of Pho\u003c/strong> serves consistently tasty bowls of pho. The #2 combination features rare steak, tripe, well-done flank and brisket. The salty and savory broth is nothing phenomenal, but the inexpensive generous portions served in a clean, comfortable setting makes House of Pho a popular South Bay destination.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://house-of-pho.blogspot.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>House of Pho\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1066 E El Camino Real [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/JkyT6x\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSunnyvale, CA 94087\u003cbr>\nPh: (408) 260-8410\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sun 10am-9pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/House-of-Pho/145122622199606?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">House of Pho\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (entrees under $10)\u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>As El Niño brings grey and rainy days to the Bay Area, a large steaming bowl of pho noodle soup may be the tastiest way to warm your soul and lift your damp spirits. Vietnamese noodle soup, with its savory broth and thin slices of beef is easily customizable by adding different condiments and garnishes. The South Bay Area has a wealth of Vietnamese restaurants serving pho and each restaurant has its own specialty and offerings of beef cuts. Here is a collection of 10 tasty South Bay spots to slurp pho. If I missed your favorite please be sure to share it in the comments.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106094\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Lovers.jpg\" alt=\"The Lovers special noodle with rare steak, beef balls, at ox tail.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106094\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Lovers.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Lovers-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Lovers-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Lovers-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Lovers-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Lovers-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Lovers-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Lovers special noodle with rare steak, beef balls, at ox tail. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Pho Lovers\u003c/strong> is a popular, family-run restaurant in Sunnyvale serves a small offering of pho in addition to traditional vietnamese dishes. The signature \"Lovers Special\" features rare steak, meatballs and ox tail. The broth is very light, predominant flavors are fresh onion and cilantro. The meatballs are surprisingly tender while the oxtail meat practically melts off the bone. The tableside jar of oiled chili flakes is a perfect condiment to add a touch of spice. Do be aware that Pho Lovers will not take credit cards for checks less than $10.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/pho-lovers-sunnyvale\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Pho Lovers\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n253 E Maude Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/6byTCI\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSunnyvale, CA 94085\u003cbr>\nPh: (408) 530-8583\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sun 10am-9pm\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (entrees under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106098\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactory.jpg\" alt=\"Pho dac biet at Pho Factory with rare filet mignon, well-done flank, brisket, tendon and tripe.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106098\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactory.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactory-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactory-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactory-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactory-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactory-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactory-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pho dac biet at Pho Factory with rare filet mignon, well-done flank, brisket, tendon and tripe. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Pho Factory\u003c/strong> serves bowls of pho in a clean, modern setting with friendly servers who take customer orders on iPads. The house specialty is a smoked veal pho. The veal arrives on a plate raw and is quickly cooked in the hot broth. A special shrimp sauce served alongside the veal pho adds a unique sweet and salty flavor to the broth. Perfect for meat lovers, the #11 features tender slices of filet mignon, flank, brisket, tripe and tendon served in a broth seasoned with star anise and white pepper.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106099\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactoryVeal.jpg\" alt=\"The smoked veal special pho at Pho Factory. \" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106099\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactoryVeal.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactoryVeal-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactoryVeal-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactoryVeal-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactoryVeal-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactoryVeal-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoFactoryVeal-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The smoked veal special pho at Pho Factory. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/pho-factory-milpitas-2\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Pho Factory\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n888 E Capitol Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/QQeZ5n\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nMilpitas, CA 95035\u003cbr>\nPh: (408) 956-1888\u003cbr>\nHours: Tue-Sun 10am-9:30pm; Closed Monday\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/Pho-Factory/235684553294998?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Pho Factory\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (entrees under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106100\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoKimLong.jpg\" alt=\"The popular #8 combination pho with rare filet mignon, well-done brisket, flank and tendon.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106100\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoKimLong.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoKimLong-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoKimLong-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoKimLong-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoKimLong-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoKimLong-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoKimLong-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The popular #8 combination pho with rare filet mignon, well-done brisket, flank and tendon. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Pho Kim Long\u003c/strong> enjoys being the crowd favorite for pho in the South Bay. The restaurant's popularity and quick flying service means you are likely to be squeezed onto a table with another party — take it or leave it. The popular #8 combination features rare filet mignon, well-done brisket, flank and tendon. The extremely fresh tender cuts of beef give the broth a deep, savory flavor complemented by a heaping garnish of cilantro. Pho Kim Long accepts cash only.\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.yelp.com/biz/pho-kim-long-restaurant-san-jose?search_key=75648\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Pho Kim Long Restaurant\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n2082 N Capitol Ave [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/aIXRcf\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Jose, CA 95132\u003cbr>\nPh: (408) 946-2181\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sun 9am-9:30pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/Pho-Kim-Long/118263878189905?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Pho Kim Long\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (entrees under $10) \u003cstrong>Cash Only\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106091\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Bun-Bo-Hue-An-Nam.jpg\" alt=\"The spicy beef noodle pho with ox pizzle and pork blood. \" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106091\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Bun-Bo-Hue-An-Nam.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Bun-Bo-Hue-An-Nam-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Bun-Bo-Hue-An-Nam-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Bun-Bo-Hue-An-Nam-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Bun-Bo-Hue-An-Nam-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Bun-Bo-Hue-An-Nam-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Bun-Bo-Hue-An-Nam-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The spicy beef noodle pho with ox pizzle and pork blood. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Tucked away in a San Jose strip mall, \u003cstrong>Bun Bo Hue An Nam\u003c/strong> is a popular location for pho and is known for its add-on ingredients. The signature bun bo hue is a spicy beef noodle soup. For an extra charge, customers can add pork blood cake as well as ox pizzle (braised ox penis). The pork blood cake has an acquired gamey and iron flavor. The ox pizzle is chewy and while it may give you some bragging rights, it offers little to no flavor to the soup. The regular beef pho broth has a very pleasant lemongrass aroma. Bun Bo Hue An Nam accepts cash only.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106092\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/BunBoHueAnNamFilet.jpg\" alt=\"Pho with thin slices of filet mignon at Bun Bo Hue An Nam in East San Jose.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106092\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/BunBoHueAnNamFilet.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/BunBoHueAnNamFilet-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/BunBoHueAnNamFilet-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/BunBoHueAnNamFilet-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/BunBoHueAnNamFilet-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/BunBoHueAnNamFilet-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/BunBoHueAnNamFilet-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pho with thin slices of filet mignon at Bun Bo Hue An Nam in East San Jose. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/bun-bo-hue-an-nam-san-jose\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Bun Bo Hue An Nam\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n740 Story Rd. Ste 3 [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/cNlcCM\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Jose, CA 95122\u003cbr>\nPh: (408) 993-1755\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon 9am-9pm; Wed-Sun 9am-9pm; Closed Tuesday.\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/BunBoHueAnNam\" target=\"_blank\">Bun Bo Hue An Nam\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (entrees under $10) \u003cstrong>Cash Only\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106095\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Y-1.jpg\" alt=\"Pho Y special with eye of round steak, well-done flank, fatty brisket, soft tendon and meat ball.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106095\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Y-1.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Y-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Y-1-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Y-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Y-1-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Y-1-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho-Y-1-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pho Y special with eye of round steak, well-done flank, fatty brisket, soft tendon and meat ball. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Pho Y #1\u003c/strong> is a sparsely decorated yet popular dive for pho in East San Jose. The pho served here arrives so hot the menu makes note to warn you. The Pho Y special features eye of round steak, well-done flank, fatty brisket, soft tendon and meatballs. After you’ve let your piping hot pho cool down, you are rewarded with a delicious balance of savory and slightly sweet broth swimming with a bounty of tender cuts of beef. Pho Y #1 only accepts cash.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.pho1vn.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Pho Y #1\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1660 E Capitol Expy [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/AhcTbC\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Jose, CA 95121\u003cbr>\nPh: (408) 274-1769\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sun 10:30am-9pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pho1vn\" target=\"_blank\">Pho #1\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (entrees under $10) \u003cstrong>Cash Only\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106204\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoCongLy-new.jpg\" alt=\"The Pho Gourmet with rare steak, lean brisket, flank, tendon and tripe. \" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106204\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoCongLy-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoCongLy-new-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoCongLy-new-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoCongLy-new-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoCongLy-new-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoCongLy-new-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoCongLy-new-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Pho Gourmet with rare steak, lean brisket, flank, tendon and tripe. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Pho Cong Ly\u003c/strong> serves as a popular pho option for SJSU students and downtown San Jose residents alike. Pho can be ordered in small, medium or large sizes. The popular Pho Gourmet features a mix of oxtail, beef shank, rare filet mignon and beef tongue. The tender oxtail is indescribably savory and the mix of different beef cuts give the broth a bold and salty flavor. A large glass of water is a must.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/pho-cong-ly-san-jose-3\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Pho Cong Ly\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n460 E William St [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/NyBALh\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Jose, CA 95112\u003cbr>\nPh: (408) 610-9849\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sun 9am-10pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Conglyrestaurent/\" target=\"_blank\">Pho Cong Ly\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (entrees under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106200\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNam-new.jpg\" alt=\"The house special pho at Pho Nam in Sunnyvale with steak, lean brisket, flank, tendon and tripe.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106200\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNam-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNam-new-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNam-new-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNam-new-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNam-new-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNam-new-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNam-new-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The house special pho at Pho Nam in Sunnyvale with steak, lean brisket, flank, tendon and tripe. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Pho Nam\u003c/strong> serves a menu of beef and chicken pho as well as traditional Vietnamese dishes in a clean and friendly setting. The restaurant also offers special toppings such as green onions in oil and kimchi. The house special pho features rare steak, lean brisket, flank, tendon and tripe. The meaty broth gets a subtly sweet touch from a garnish of fresh white onions. The green onions and oil add an additional bright, sweet flavor to the mix. Pho Nam also serves a special pho and smoothie combination.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106203\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNamChicken-new.jpg\" alt=\"Pho ga at Pho Nam in Sunnyvale.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106203\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNamChicken-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNamChicken-new-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNamChicken-new-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNamChicken-new-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNamChicken-new-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNamChicken-new-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNamChicken-new-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pho ga at Pho Nam in Sunnyvale. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/pho-nam-sunnyvale-2\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Pho Nam Restaurant\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n844 W El Camino Real [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/3kimO4\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSunnyvale, CA 94087\u003cbr>\nPh: (408) 737-1086\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Thu 10am-8pm; Fri-Sat 10am-9pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/Pho-Nam-Restaurant/111525455554221?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Pho Nam Restaurant\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (entrees under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106096\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho90.jpg\" alt=\"The smoked veal special pho at Pho 90 Degree.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106096\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho90.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho90-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho90-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho90-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho90-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho90-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Pho90-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The smoked veal special pho at Pho 90 Degree. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Pho 90 Degree\u003c/strong> serves pho featuring cuts of Certified Angus Beef in a dining room that resembles a Venetian palace. Servers take orders using iPads and are available by the push of a tableside button. The house special is a smoked veal pho served in a salty, piping hot broth that quickly cooks the thin slices of raw veal. The restaurant also serves a vè dòn pho which features stir-fried flank steak.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/pho-90-degree-san-jose?search_key=59646\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Pho 90 Degree\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nSan Jose Vietnam Town, 999 Story Rd. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/rCJy0z\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Jose, CA 95122\u003cbr>\nPh: (408) 993-9090\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Thu 9am-12am; Fri-Sat 9am-3am\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/Pho-90/376569239096601?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Pho 90\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (entrees under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106103\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNguyen.jpg\" alt=\"The number 1 house special pho at Pho Nguyen in Milpitas.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106103\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNguyen.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNguyen-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNguyen-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNguyen-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNguyen-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNguyen-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/PhoNguyen-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The number 1 house special pho at Pho Nguyen in Milpitas. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Pho Nguyen\u003c/strong> is set in a busy shopping center in Milpitas. The bustling restaurant serves a large menu of pho, other noodle soups and traditional Vietnamese dishes. A steaming pot of complimentary hot tea is served at each table. The #1 special beef noodle is an excellent choice for first-timers (as well as regulars) with its salty and savory broth complemented by copious amounts of fresh green onions. The spicy beef noodle soup is also a crowd favorite.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/pho-nguyen-milpitas?search_key=61994\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Pho Nguyen Vietnamese\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n275 W Calaveras Blvd. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/Pp2dDm\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nMilpitas, CA 95035\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sat 9am-9:45pm; Sun 9am-8:45pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/Pho-Nguyen-Restaurant/111722522199078?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Pho Nguyen Restaurant\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (entrees under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106197\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/HouseofPho-new.jpg\" alt=\"House special combination of beef and beef balls at House of Pho.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106197\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/HouseofPho-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/HouseofPho-new-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/HouseofPho-new-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/HouseofPho-new-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/HouseofPho-new-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/HouseofPho-new-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/HouseofPho-new-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">#2 House special combination of beef and beef balls at House of Pho. \u003ccite>(Jeff Cianci)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>House of Pho\u003c/strong> serves consistently tasty bowls of pho. The #2 combination features rare steak, tripe, well-done flank and brisket. The salty and savory broth is nothing phenomenal, but the inexpensive generous portions served in a clean, comfortable setting makes House of Pho a popular South Bay destination.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"disqusTitle": "Where to Go For Fish Tacos? 6 Top Spots in Oakland and Berkeley",
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"content": "\u003cp>When I set out to find the best fish tacos in the East Bay, my first thought was to avoid tilapia because, even though it’s more sustainable than basa and other commonly used fish, I don’t find it particularly flavorful. But the deeper I dug, the more tilapia I found, especially at the best taco trucks in East Oakland and the mariscos joints on Foothill and International Boulevards. And these fish tacos are, of course, much cheaper than the versions made with wild fish. When I dropped my preconceived notion of what the perfect fish taco should be — locally sourced wild fish on a handmade tortilla — I discovered some perfectly respectable alternatives. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Here are six spots in total: two Fruitvale trucks, two popular Temescal destinations, an Old Oakland spot, and a downtown Berkeley gem.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>The Taco Trucks\u003c/h3>\n\u003cp>I headed first to Fruitvale Avenue in East Oakland, where my favorite tacos trucks dish up fast and delicious Mexican food into the wee hours every night. It was no surprise that the best fish tacos I found were at my two top trucks for asada, carnitas and pastor as well: \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/taqueria-sinaloa-oakland-2\" target=\"_blank\">Taqueria Sinaloa\u003c/a> and \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/mi-grullense-taco-truck-oakland\" target=\"_blank\">Mi Grullense\u003c/a> (in the Goodwill parking lot).\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106023\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sinaloa1920.jpg\" alt=\"Fish tacos at Taqueria Sinaloa\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106023\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sinaloa1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sinaloa1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sinaloa1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sinaloa1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sinaloa1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sinaloa1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sinaloa1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Fish tacos at Taqueria Sinaloa \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>I group them together here because these tacos are virtually identical in every sense: Both use as the main ingredient diced and seared-to-brown tilapia smothered in a moderately spicy chile sauce. Grullense’s has more minced white onion than Sinaloa’s, and Sinaloa’s includes minced jalapeno, but they are otherwise twins, topped with chopped cilantro and served on two just-warmed La Finca corn tortillas (arguably, the best packaged corn tortillas on the east side of the bay), with chile and carrot escabeche on the side. And that’s it. At $2 a pop, there’s not much to complain about. (Both places have two trucks each, one for meat and one for fish, so be sure to get in line at the right truck.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106021\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/grullense1920.jpg\" alt=\"Fish tacos at Mi Grullense\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106021\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/grullense1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/grullense1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/grullense1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/grullense1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/grullense1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/grullense1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/grullense1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Fish tacos at Mi Grullense \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/taqueria-sinaloa-oakland-2\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Taqueria Sinaloa\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n2138 International Blvd. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/NMMcf7\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94606\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 535-1206\u003cbr>\nHours: unpublished, but roughly 8am-9pm on weekdays and 9am-midnight on weekends\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ fish tacos ($2)\u003cbr>\n\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/mi-grullense-taco-truck-oakland\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Mi Grullense Taco Truck\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1301 30th Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/0E5bIe\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94601\u003cbr>\nPh: no phone\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Fri, 8am-midnight; Sat, 8am-2am\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ fish tacos ($2)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>The Fried Fish Tacos\u003c/h3>\n\u003cp>Despite everyone’s New Year’s resolutions, it would be remiss of me to exclude fried fish tacos. One might even argue that these are the most traditional; they’re certainly a worthy indulgence. \u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106022\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/LaCalaca1920.jpg\" alt=\"Fried mahi mahi fish tacos at La Calaca Loca in Temescal\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106022\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/LaCalaca1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/LaCalaca1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/LaCalaca1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/LaCalaca1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/LaCalaca1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/LaCalaca1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/LaCalaca1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Fried mahi mahi fish tacos at La Calaca Loca in Temescal \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>I made my first visit to \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/la-calaca-loca-oakland\" target=\"_blank\">La Calaca Loca Taqueria\u003c/a> at the recommendation of friends. It’s a colorful, friendly place with \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Day_of_the_Dead\" target=\"_blank\">Day of the Dead\u003c/a> décor year-round and a large menu of mostly locally-sourced meat and produce. It’s the sister restaurant of \u003ca href=\"http://nickscrispytacos.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Nick’s Crispy Tacos\u003c/a> in San Francisco, and the fish tacos here are made with mahi mahi, a beautifully flaky fish, battered in a tempura style and served on creamy slaw inside a soft Guerrero corn tortilla with a thick slice of lime and “Baja” sauce (a pleasantly bitter, creamy, and mildly spicy chile sauce) on the side.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/la-calaca-loca-oakland\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>La Calaca Loca Taqueria\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n5199 Telegraph Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/8qe0Qg\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94609\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 601-8226\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Mon, 11am-8pm; Tue-Fri, 11am-9pm; Sat, 9am-9pm; Sun, 9am-8pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106018\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CholitaLinda1920.jpg\" alt=\"Cholita Linda fried fish taco\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106018\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CholitaLinda1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CholitaLinda1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CholitaLinda1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CholitaLinda1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CholitaLinda1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CholitaLinda1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CholitaLinda1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cholita Linda fried fish taco \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.cholitalinda.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Cholita Linda\u003c/a> began as a stand at local farmers' markets, serving only a few taco choices and some aguas frescas, and is now also a brick-and-mortar Mexican/Cuban restaurant in Temescal that serves one of the best fried fish tacos in town. While the fish is tilapia, it’s a huge chunk, lightly battered and flash-fried, tucked into a \u003ca href=\"http://www.lafincatortilleria.com/\" target=\"_blank\">La Finca\u003c/a> tortilla and smothered in slaw and topped off with cilantro and crema. The sauce of choice is a salsa roja, a creamy, tomato-based chile sauce that is the secret recipe of the owner’s mother. For good measure, there’s habanero sauce on the table.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.cholitalinda.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Cholita Linda\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n4923 Telegraph Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/ReU8m3\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94609\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 594-7610\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sat, 11am-10pm; Closed Sun\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ fish tacos ($3.50)\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cholita-Linda/147237876153\" target=\"_blank\">Cholita Linda\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/EatCholitaLinda\" target=\"_blank\">@EatCholitaLinda\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/cholita_linda/\" target=\"_blank\">cholita_linda\u003c/a> \u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106020\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Cosecha1920.jpg\" alt=\"The East Bay’s best fried fish taco at Cosecha in Old Oakland\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106020\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Cosecha1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Cosecha1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Cosecha1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Cosecha1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Cosecha1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Cosecha1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Cosecha1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The East Bay’s best fried fish taco at Cosecha in Old Oakland \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.cosechacafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Cosecha Café\u003c/a>, in Old Oakland’s Swan’s Marketplace, only serves fish tacos on Tuesdays and Thursdays at lunch and Monday through Thursday at dinner, but it’s worth the wait at lunch for mid-week taco bliss to stand in line for the best fried fish tacos around. Made from local cod, beer-battered and fried, tucked into a homemade corn tortilla with butter lettuce, pickled onion, and a mild, creamy chile sauce, this is the best overall fried fish taco I found. The homemade tortilla and pickled onion tipped the scale. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.cosechacafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Cosecha Café\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n907 Washington St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/1ONJa5\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94607\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 452-5900\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Wed, 11am-3:30pm and 4:30-8:30pm; Thu-Fri, 11am-3:30pm and 5-9:30pm; Sat, 10:30am-3:30pm and 5-9:30pm; closed Sun\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ 2 fish tacos with beans and avocado ($11.50)\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> \u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>The Wood-Fired Fish Taco\u003c/h3>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106019\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Comal1920.jpg\" alt=\"The East Bay’s best fish taco: wood-grilled local cod at Comal in downtown Berkeley\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106019\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Comal1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Comal1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Comal1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Comal1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Comal1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Comal1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Comal1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The East Bay’s best fish taco: wood-grilled local cod at Comal in downtown Berkeley \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The best fish taco of all, in my not-so-humble estimation, is Comal’s wood-grilled local cod. The fish is delivered daily, and the grilled preparation infuses a bit of smokiness without obscuring the fish’s delicate, buttery flavor. I could eat the homemade tortillas by the stack. The fish tacos come two to an order and are topped with a mildly spicy slaw made from cabbage, carrot, radish, cilantro, and red bell pepper, topped with avocado aioli. Tart, house-pickled carrots and jalapenos come on the side. Put this plate next to the house margarita and you’ve got a perfect meal. Don’t forget to splash on a little homemade habanero salsa.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.comalberkeley.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Comal\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n2020 Shattuck Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/gGbykg\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, CA 94704\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 926-6300\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Thu, 5:30-10pm; Fri-Sat, 5:30-11pm\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ 2 fish tacos ($13)\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/comalberkeley\" target=\"_blank\">Comal\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/comalrestaurant\" target=\"_blank\">@comalrestaurant\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/comalberkeley/\" target=\"_blank\">comalberkeley\u003c/a> \u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>When I set out to find the best fish tacos in the East Bay, my first thought was to avoid tilapia because, even though it’s more sustainable than basa and other commonly used fish, I don’t find it particularly flavorful. But the deeper I dug, the more tilapia I found, especially at the best taco trucks in East Oakland and the mariscos joints on Foothill and International Boulevards. And these fish tacos are, of course, much cheaper than the versions made with wild fish. When I dropped my preconceived notion of what the perfect fish taco should be — locally sourced wild fish on a handmade tortilla — I discovered some perfectly respectable alternatives. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Here are six spots in total: two Fruitvale trucks, two popular Temescal destinations, an Old Oakland spot, and a downtown Berkeley gem.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>The Taco Trucks\u003c/h3>\n\u003cp>I headed first to Fruitvale Avenue in East Oakland, where my favorite tacos trucks dish up fast and delicious Mexican food into the wee hours every night. It was no surprise that the best fish tacos I found were at my two top trucks for asada, carnitas and pastor as well: \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/taqueria-sinaloa-oakland-2\" target=\"_blank\">Taqueria Sinaloa\u003c/a> and \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/mi-grullense-taco-truck-oakland\" target=\"_blank\">Mi Grullense\u003c/a> (in the Goodwill parking lot).\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106023\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sinaloa1920.jpg\" alt=\"Fish tacos at Taqueria Sinaloa\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106023\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sinaloa1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sinaloa1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sinaloa1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sinaloa1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sinaloa1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sinaloa1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Sinaloa1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Fish tacos at Taqueria Sinaloa \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>I group them together here because these tacos are virtually identical in every sense: Both use as the main ingredient diced and seared-to-brown tilapia smothered in a moderately spicy chile sauce. Grullense’s has more minced white onion than Sinaloa’s, and Sinaloa’s includes minced jalapeno, but they are otherwise twins, topped with chopped cilantro and served on two just-warmed La Finca corn tortillas (arguably, the best packaged corn tortillas on the east side of the bay), with chile and carrot escabeche on the side. And that’s it. At $2 a pop, there’s not much to complain about. (Both places have two trucks each, one for meat and one for fish, so be sure to get in line at the right truck.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106021\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/grullense1920.jpg\" alt=\"Fish tacos at Mi Grullense\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106021\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/grullense1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/grullense1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/grullense1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/grullense1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/grullense1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/grullense1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/grullense1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Fish tacos at Mi Grullense \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/taqueria-sinaloa-oakland-2\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Taqueria Sinaloa\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n2138 International Blvd. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/NMMcf7\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94606\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 535-1206\u003cbr>\nHours: unpublished, but roughly 8am-9pm on weekdays and 9am-midnight on weekends\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ fish tacos ($2)\u003cbr>\n\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/mi-grullense-taco-truck-oakland\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Mi Grullense Taco Truck\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1301 30th Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/0E5bIe\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94601\u003cbr>\nPh: no phone\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Fri, 8am-midnight; Sat, 8am-2am\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ fish tacos ($2)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>The Fried Fish Tacos\u003c/h3>\n\u003cp>Despite everyone’s New Year’s resolutions, it would be remiss of me to exclude fried fish tacos. One might even argue that these are the most traditional; they’re certainly a worthy indulgence. \u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106022\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/LaCalaca1920.jpg\" alt=\"Fried mahi mahi fish tacos at La Calaca Loca in Temescal\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106022\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/LaCalaca1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/LaCalaca1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/LaCalaca1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/LaCalaca1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/LaCalaca1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/LaCalaca1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/LaCalaca1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Fried mahi mahi fish tacos at La Calaca Loca in Temescal \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>I made my first visit to \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/la-calaca-loca-oakland\" target=\"_blank\">La Calaca Loca Taqueria\u003c/a> at the recommendation of friends. It’s a colorful, friendly place with \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Day_of_the_Dead\" target=\"_blank\">Day of the Dead\u003c/a> décor year-round and a large menu of mostly locally-sourced meat and produce. It’s the sister restaurant of \u003ca href=\"http://nickscrispytacos.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Nick’s Crispy Tacos\u003c/a> in San Francisco, and the fish tacos here are made with mahi mahi, a beautifully flaky fish, battered in a tempura style and served on creamy slaw inside a soft Guerrero corn tortilla with a thick slice of lime and “Baja” sauce (a pleasantly bitter, creamy, and mildly spicy chile sauce) on the side.\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.yelp.com/biz/la-calaca-loca-oakland\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>La Calaca Loca Taqueria\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n5199 Telegraph Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/8qe0Qg\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94609\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 601-8226\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Mon, 11am-8pm; Tue-Fri, 11am-9pm; Sat, 9am-9pm; Sun, 9am-8pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106018\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CholitaLinda1920.jpg\" alt=\"Cholita Linda fried fish taco\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106018\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CholitaLinda1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CholitaLinda1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CholitaLinda1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CholitaLinda1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CholitaLinda1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CholitaLinda1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/CholitaLinda1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cholita Linda fried fish taco \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.cholitalinda.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Cholita Linda\u003c/a> began as a stand at local farmers' markets, serving only a few taco choices and some aguas frescas, and is now also a brick-and-mortar Mexican/Cuban restaurant in Temescal that serves one of the best fried fish tacos in town. While the fish is tilapia, it’s a huge chunk, lightly battered and flash-fried, tucked into a \u003ca href=\"http://www.lafincatortilleria.com/\" target=\"_blank\">La Finca\u003c/a> tortilla and smothered in slaw and topped off with cilantro and crema. The sauce of choice is a salsa roja, a creamy, tomato-based chile sauce that is the secret recipe of the owner’s mother. For good measure, there’s habanero sauce on the table.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.cholitalinda.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Cholita Linda\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n4923 Telegraph Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/ReU8m3\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94609\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 594-7610\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sat, 11am-10pm; Closed Sun\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ fish tacos ($3.50)\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cholita-Linda/147237876153\" target=\"_blank\">Cholita Linda\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/EatCholitaLinda\" target=\"_blank\">@EatCholitaLinda\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/cholita_linda/\" target=\"_blank\">cholita_linda\u003c/a> \u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106020\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Cosecha1920.jpg\" alt=\"The East Bay’s best fried fish taco at Cosecha in Old Oakland\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106020\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Cosecha1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Cosecha1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Cosecha1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Cosecha1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Cosecha1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Cosecha1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Cosecha1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The East Bay’s best fried fish taco at Cosecha in Old Oakland \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.cosechacafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Cosecha Café\u003c/a>, in Old Oakland’s Swan’s Marketplace, only serves fish tacos on Tuesdays and Thursdays at lunch and Monday through Thursday at dinner, but it’s worth the wait at lunch for mid-week taco bliss to stand in line for the best fried fish tacos around. Made from local cod, beer-battered and fried, tucked into a homemade corn tortilla with butter lettuce, pickled onion, and a mild, creamy chile sauce, this is the best overall fried fish taco I found. The homemade tortilla and pickled onion tipped the scale. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.cosechacafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Cosecha Café\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n907 Washington St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/1ONJa5\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94607\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 452-5900\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Wed, 11am-3:30pm and 4:30-8:30pm; Thu-Fri, 11am-3:30pm and 5-9:30pm; Sat, 10:30am-3:30pm and 5-9:30pm; closed Sun\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ 2 fish tacos with beans and avocado ($11.50)\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> \u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>The Wood-Fired Fish Taco\u003c/h3>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106019\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Comal1920.jpg\" alt=\"The East Bay’s best fish taco: wood-grilled local cod at Comal in downtown Berkeley\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106019\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Comal1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Comal1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Comal1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Comal1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Comal1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Comal1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/Comal1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The East Bay’s best fish taco: wood-grilled local cod at Comal in downtown Berkeley \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The best fish taco of all, in my not-so-humble estimation, is Comal’s wood-grilled local cod. The fish is delivered daily, and the grilled preparation infuses a bit of smokiness without obscuring the fish’s delicate, buttery flavor. I could eat the homemade tortillas by the stack. The fish tacos come two to an order and are topped with a mildly spicy slaw made from cabbage, carrot, radish, cilantro, and red bell pepper, topped with avocado aioli. Tart, house-pickled carrots and jalapenos come on the side. Put this plate next to the house margarita and you’ve got a perfect meal. Don’t forget to splash on a little homemade habanero salsa.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cp>When I first went to \u003ca href=\"http://www.uchiwaramen.com/home\" target=\"_blank\">Uchiwa Ramen\u003c/a> in downtown San Rafael the week it opened in September 2014, they were out of almost everything. It was Marin’s first and only ramen restaurant, and so great was the unmet demand that the small restaurant couldn’t keep enough noodles in stock.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\"We started with a very simple menu. We wanted to make sure we got it right,\" said co-owner Benson (Ben) Yang. \"We just couldn't anticipate demand. It was a good problem to have, thankfully, we started running out of everything.\"\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Things have changed since then. Uchiwa now has four different kinds of ramen, plus vegetarian and vegan options, and two kids' bowls, a full menu of appetizers, and rotating specials. The bowls are rich and salty, in the Tokyo-style, said Yang. And they hardly ever run out--even with the crowds that fill the space during the winter. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>But one thing hasn’t changed: it’s still the only ramen shop in Marin County.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Owners Yang, 49, and Kevin Fong, 51, have long been foodie friends. For over 20 years, they worked together in the healthcare industry. When they started brainstorming ways to take their love of food out of their personal kitchens and to the public, they knew that they wanted to do something locally in Marin, where they both live, and they knew that a diversity of cuisines was lacking on this side of the Golden Gate Bridge.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\"It's shocking that there isn't more authentic quality Asian food in Marin,\" said Yang.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106001\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/noodle-cascade.jpg\" alt=\"You come to Uchiwa for the ramen.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106001\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/noodle-cascade.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/noodle-cascade-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/noodle-cascade-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/noodle-cascade-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/noodle-cascade-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/noodle-cascade-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/noodle-cascade-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">You come to Uchiwa for the ramen. \u003ccite>(Brian Fong)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>It’s not that there’s no good food in Marin. There's even plenty of good Asian food. And it’s not like you can’t get a bowl of ramen at a number of the Japanese restaurants in the county, like \u003ca href=\"http://matsuyamarestaurant.wix.com/home\" target=\"_blank\">Matsuyama\u003c/a> in Novato. But even as ramen has exploded in popularity, it hasn’t made its way as thoroughly to Marin. When Yang and Fong talked to the owners of most popular ramen places in San Francisco, they were all hesitant, he said, to move to Marin, and were more likely to head into the East Bay or South Bay.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\"The palate in Marin is very strange,\" said Yang. With so much affluence, there typically comes a diversity of restaurants, but that's somewhat lacking here, he said, because of the demographics. A large Asian population would give authentic Asian restaurants a base of customers, but Marin is only about 6% Asian.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106041\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\" style=\"max-width: 800px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/BenKev.jpg\" alt=\"Ben and Kevin at Uchiwa Ramen.\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106041\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/BenKev.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/BenKev-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/BenKev-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ben and Kevin at Uchiwa Ramen. \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Ben Yang)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\"Kevin and I like to joke that we have 90% marketshare of that 6%,\" he said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>After the two quit their healthcare jobs in the summer of 2013, they traveled to Japan to hone their ramen techniques and then spent six months perfecting their recipes. During that time, their following grew from serving friends and family in their own kitchens to operating a mini-pop-up out of the Renaissance Center’s commercial kitchen and cafe in downtown San Rafael. (The Renaissance Center has since closed.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>When the official opening of the brick-and-mortar restaurant finally came, the only thing Yang and Fong weren’t sure about was exactly how ready Marin was for their bowls.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106003\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/vegan-shio-ramen-w-kimchi.jpg\" alt=\"The vegan shio ramen with kimchi.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106003\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/vegan-shio-ramen-w-kimchi.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/vegan-shio-ramen-w-kimchi-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/vegan-shio-ramen-w-kimchi-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/vegan-shio-ramen-w-kimchi-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/vegan-shio-ramen-w-kimchi-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/vegan-shio-ramen-w-kimchi-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/vegan-shio-ramen-w-kimchi-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The vegan shio ramen with kimchi. \u003ccite>(Brian Fong)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The 40-person restaurant is now full most nights, though you can often find walk-up seats at the bar or communal table. Most of the people there are probably ordering the traditional tonkotsu ramen ($12.45), by far the most popular dish, said Yang. Their version of the classic comes with chashu pork, spinach, bean sprouts, mushrooms, green onions, egg, and menma. It’s a hearty and heavy meal that you likely won’t be able to finish. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>For a lighter version, the shoyu and shio (both $11.45) are made from the same pork broth as the tonkotsu, but the shoyu uses a soy sauce, while the shio is very light. There is also a miso broth, which is the base of the vegetarian bowl ($11.45) or a pork version ($12.45). We tried the shio vegan bowl ($12.45), which is a tad light on the flavoring without the pork broth to give it extra texture. It comes with bok choy, tofu, and gluten-free noodles, along with the usual veggie toppings, but I'd recommend adding some kimchi to give it spice. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In fact, mix and match toppings as you please; the staff is happy to make recommendations or odd combos they've never heard of.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106000\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fries.jpg\" alt=\"The Uchiwa fries are a popular appetizer.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106000\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fries.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fries-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fries-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fries-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fries-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fries-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fries-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Uchiwa fries are a popular appetizer. \u003ccite>(Brian Fong)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The menu now also includes an extensive list of drinks and appetizers -- particularly important in the summer, said Yang, when people aren't in the mood for hot soup. The most popular appetizer items are the chili garlic pork wings ($3.95) and the Uchiwa fries ($5.45). We tried the fries, which are an airy, tasty, bizarro world version of American. Yes, they're made of potatoes, but the crispy shell and seasonings are all Japanese. Try them with the special mayo dip.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>All the ingredients are sourced locally, as is in keeping with traditions both in the Bay Area and in Japan. The pork, raised and braised in the Japanese style, comes from Masami Ranch. And the noodles at Uchiwa are straight from a Japanese distributor in South San Francisco. \"You can't get it anywhere else,\" said Yang. When they traveled to Japan, he said, the two of them realized both how deeply ingrained ramen is in the culture -- there are close to 30,000 ramen shops in the country -- and how much it varies by region, based on the local ingredients and flavors. What Uchiwa serves is a Tokyo-style ramen, but with the ingredients coming from northern California and a distinctly American flavor that's less fatty and salty than what they learned in Japan. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>While Yang and Fong spent quite a bit of time working out their recipes, they still test out new things on the specials menu. If it's a hit, then they move it to the regular menu; if it isn't, then it disappears. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\"We wanted to offer folks in Marin maybe something they haven't seen before,\" said Yang, and to help build up the authentic Asian food in the county.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Across the street, at \u003ca href=\"http://saigonvillagesanrafael.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Saigon Village\u003c/a>, you can get delicious pho, and around the corner, at \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/tenkyu-san-rafael\" target=\"_blank\">Tenkyu\u003c/a>, is udon. Now add to that Marin list: ramen.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.uchiwaramen.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Uchiwa Ramen\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n821 B Street [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/M6j9KD\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Rafael, CA 94901\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 524-2727\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sat 11:30am-2pm, 5:30-9pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/uchiwaramen/\" target=\"_blank\">Uchiwa Ramen\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/uchiwaramen\" target=\"_blank\">@uchiwaramen\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/uchiwaramen/\" target=\"_blank\">uchiwaramen\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ (ramen $11-$13)\u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>When I first went to \u003ca href=\"http://www.uchiwaramen.com/home\" target=\"_blank\">Uchiwa Ramen\u003c/a> in downtown San Rafael the week it opened in September 2014, they were out of almost everything. It was Marin’s first and only ramen restaurant, and so great was the unmet demand that the small restaurant couldn’t keep enough noodles in stock.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\"We started with a very simple menu. We wanted to make sure we got it right,\" said co-owner Benson (Ben) Yang. \"We just couldn't anticipate demand. It was a good problem to have, thankfully, we started running out of everything.\"\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Things have changed since then. Uchiwa now has four different kinds of ramen, plus vegetarian and vegan options, and two kids' bowls, a full menu of appetizers, and rotating specials. The bowls are rich and salty, in the Tokyo-style, said Yang. And they hardly ever run out--even with the crowds that fill the space during the winter. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>But one thing hasn’t changed: it’s still the only ramen shop in Marin County.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Owners Yang, 49, and Kevin Fong, 51, have long been foodie friends. For over 20 years, they worked together in the healthcare industry. When they started brainstorming ways to take their love of food out of their personal kitchens and to the public, they knew that they wanted to do something locally in Marin, where they both live, and they knew that a diversity of cuisines was lacking on this side of the Golden Gate Bridge.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\"It's shocking that there isn't more authentic quality Asian food in Marin,\" said Yang.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106001\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/noodle-cascade.jpg\" alt=\"You come to Uchiwa for the ramen.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106001\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/noodle-cascade.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/noodle-cascade-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/noodle-cascade-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/noodle-cascade-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/noodle-cascade-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/noodle-cascade-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/noodle-cascade-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">You come to Uchiwa for the ramen. \u003ccite>(Brian Fong)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>It’s not that there’s no good food in Marin. There's even plenty of good Asian food. And it’s not like you can’t get a bowl of ramen at a number of the Japanese restaurants in the county, like \u003ca href=\"http://matsuyamarestaurant.wix.com/home\" target=\"_blank\">Matsuyama\u003c/a> in Novato. But even as ramen has exploded in popularity, it hasn’t made its way as thoroughly to Marin. When Yang and Fong talked to the owners of most popular ramen places in San Francisco, they were all hesitant, he said, to move to Marin, and were more likely to head into the East Bay or South Bay.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\"The palate in Marin is very strange,\" said Yang. With so much affluence, there typically comes a diversity of restaurants, but that's somewhat lacking here, he said, because of the demographics. A large Asian population would give authentic Asian restaurants a base of customers, but Marin is only about 6% Asian.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106041\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\" style=\"max-width: 800px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/BenKev.jpg\" alt=\"Ben and Kevin at Uchiwa Ramen.\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106041\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/BenKev.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/BenKev-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/BenKev-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ben and Kevin at Uchiwa Ramen. \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Ben Yang)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\"Kevin and I like to joke that we have 90% marketshare of that 6%,\" he said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>After the two quit their healthcare jobs in the summer of 2013, they traveled to Japan to hone their ramen techniques and then spent six months perfecting their recipes. During that time, their following grew from serving friends and family in their own kitchens to operating a mini-pop-up out of the Renaissance Center’s commercial kitchen and cafe in downtown San Rafael. (The Renaissance Center has since closed.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>When the official opening of the brick-and-mortar restaurant finally came, the only thing Yang and Fong weren’t sure about was exactly how ready Marin was for their bowls.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106003\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/vegan-shio-ramen-w-kimchi.jpg\" alt=\"The vegan shio ramen with kimchi.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106003\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/vegan-shio-ramen-w-kimchi.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/vegan-shio-ramen-w-kimchi-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/vegan-shio-ramen-w-kimchi-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/vegan-shio-ramen-w-kimchi-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/vegan-shio-ramen-w-kimchi-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/vegan-shio-ramen-w-kimchi-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/vegan-shio-ramen-w-kimchi-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The vegan shio ramen with kimchi. \u003ccite>(Brian Fong)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The 40-person restaurant is now full most nights, though you can often find walk-up seats at the bar or communal table. Most of the people there are probably ordering the traditional tonkotsu ramen ($12.45), by far the most popular dish, said Yang. Their version of the classic comes with chashu pork, spinach, bean sprouts, mushrooms, green onions, egg, and menma. It’s a hearty and heavy meal that you likely won’t be able to finish. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>For a lighter version, the shoyu and shio (both $11.45) are made from the same pork broth as the tonkotsu, but the shoyu uses a soy sauce, while the shio is very light. There is also a miso broth, which is the base of the vegetarian bowl ($11.45) or a pork version ($12.45). We tried the shio vegan bowl ($12.45), which is a tad light on the flavoring without the pork broth to give it extra texture. It comes with bok choy, tofu, and gluten-free noodles, along with the usual veggie toppings, but I'd recommend adding some kimchi to give it spice. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In fact, mix and match toppings as you please; the staff is happy to make recommendations or odd combos they've never heard of.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_106000\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fries.jpg\" alt=\"The Uchiwa fries are a popular appetizer.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-106000\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fries.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fries-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fries-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fries-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fries-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fries-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/fries-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Uchiwa fries are a popular appetizer. \u003ccite>(Brian Fong)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The menu now also includes an extensive list of drinks and appetizers -- particularly important in the summer, said Yang, when people aren't in the mood for hot soup. The most popular appetizer items are the chili garlic pork wings ($3.95) and the Uchiwa fries ($5.45). We tried the fries, which are an airy, tasty, bizarro world version of American. Yes, they're made of potatoes, but the crispy shell and seasonings are all Japanese. Try them with the special mayo dip.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>All the ingredients are sourced locally, as is in keeping with traditions both in the Bay Area and in Japan. The pork, raised and braised in the Japanese style, comes from Masami Ranch. And the noodles at Uchiwa are straight from a Japanese distributor in South San Francisco. \"You can't get it anywhere else,\" said Yang. When they traveled to Japan, he said, the two of them realized both how deeply ingrained ramen is in the culture -- there are close to 30,000 ramen shops in the country -- and how much it varies by region, based on the local ingredients and flavors. What Uchiwa serves is a Tokyo-style ramen, but with the ingredients coming from northern California and a distinctly American flavor that's less fatty and salty than what they learned in Japan. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>While Yang and Fong spent quite a bit of time working out their recipes, they still test out new things on the specials menu. If it's a hit, then they move it to the regular menu; if it isn't, then it disappears. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\"We wanted to offer folks in Marin maybe something they haven't seen before,\" said Yang, and to help build up the authentic Asian food in the county.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Across the street, at \u003ca href=\"http://saigonvillagesanrafael.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Saigon Village\u003c/a>, you can get delicious pho, and around the corner, at \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/tenkyu-san-rafael\" target=\"_blank\">Tenkyu\u003c/a>, is udon. Now add to that Marin list: ramen.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cp>With the holiday season--including its rivers of booze and mountains of sugary treats--increasingly far behind us, people are already far along in their campaigns of aggressive healthfulness. Luckily, there’s no better way to atone for any number of booze and butter-related sins than with a 24 oz compostable cup full of liquefied greens--and even luckier for you and your liver, the East Bay has no shortage of places to get green juices and smoothies. (As for the \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/01/30/blending-vs-juicing-how-to-get-the-most-nutrition-from-your-fruit/\" target=\"_blank\">contentious question\u003c/a> of whether or not juicing is actually good for you? That’s for you to decide) Here are six favorites in Berkeley and Oakland. And if we missed yours, let us know in the comments.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105862\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-105862\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2129.jpg\" alt=\"The Radical Radiance juice and Kalein’ It smoothie from Cafe Crush in Oakland\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2129.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2129-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2129-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2129-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2129-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2129-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2129-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Radical Radiance juice and Kalein’ It smoothie from Cafe Crush in Oakland \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Piedmont Ave’s unpretentious \u003ca href=\"http://www.cafecrush.org/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Cafe Crush\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> has a list of rules on its wall, and one of them states that “Happiness and healthfulness are meant to be fun.” It’s a rule that’s carried throughout the store, from it’s calming blue walls (and random decorations like a vintage fridge door), punny drink names and the cheeky sign on the door: “It’s not like drinking a salad: it is drinking a salad.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Their menu is vast, encompassing juices, vegetable and fruit smoothies, and their combinations are interesting: ingredients include red cabbage, passion fruit juice and hemp seeds. Inspired by a \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/01/01/for-the-new-year-celebrate-your-generous-liver-with-these-8-cleansing-foods/\" target=\"_blank\">recent Bay Area Bites post\u003c/a>, I tried a juice with beets--the \u003cstrong>Radical Radiance\u003c/strong>, which along with beets had cucumber, celery, green tea and acai. I’m not sure if it reduced my “body and skin stress” like it claimed, but it was pleasantly vegetal and not too sweet. A \u003cstrong>Kalein’ It\u003c/strong> smoothie had a tropical flavor from the banana and passionfruit, with a subtle bite of coconut. The cheery service--I noticed a worker delivering a customer’s smoothie to their car while it was raining--is another plus.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.cafecrush.org/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Cafe Crush\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n3943 Piedmont Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/EjKHit7dbWG2\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94611\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 788-4278\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 7:30am-6pm; Sat-Sun 9am-6pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/CafeCrush/\" target=\"_blank\">Cafe Crush\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (Beverages under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105866\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-105866\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2175.jpg\" alt=\"A JBC kale smoothie and Veggie Patch from North Berkeley's Juice Bar Collective\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2175.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2175-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2175-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2175-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2175-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2175-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2175-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A JBC kale smoothie and Veggie Patch from North Berkeley's Juice Bar Collective \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The Gourmet Ghetto’s \u003ca href=\"http://www.juicebarcollective.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Juice Bar Collective\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> is an institution--the \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2011/05/16/lessons-from-berkeleys-juice-bar-collective/\" target=\"_blank\">worker-owned collective\u003c/a> has been in business since 1976. And it still holds a central place in the community. On a recent weekday, there was a line out the tiny shop’s storefront that spilled onto the sidewalk. One customer took in the shop’s mail for them. Another asked about a collective member that had recently passed away.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Their enduring success suggests that they haven’t felt the need to keep up with recent trends. The small collection of smoothies and juices mainly focus on the old guard of fresh squeezed juices: carrot, orange, beet, with nary a quirkily named spinach juice in sight. \u003cstrong>The Veggie Patch\u003c/strong> (carrot, beet, celery, ginger and orange) was a beautiful burgundy color and tasty, if assertively beet forward. A \u003cstrong>JBC Kale\u003c/strong> smoothie with banana, kale, apple and carrot and orange juices was easy to drink, and the taste of kale was well-hidden behind an army of fruits. In keeping with the neighborhood--and to be fair, the cost associated with ensuring everything is organic--prices are exorbitant. The Veggie Patch was $8.50 for 16 oz. A banana smoothie--simply a banana blended with milk and nutmeg is $5.75. But with a place like this, you’re not coming for the deals. You’re coming for the purity of their ingredients, its history, or even just to admire the \u003ca href=\"http://www.juicebarcollective.com/menu/\" target=\"_blank\">impressive output\u003c/a> of their minuscule kitchen: a steady stream of grain salads, vegan pies, and vegetarian banh mis.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.juicebarcollective.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Juice Bar Collective\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n2114 Vine St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/hbq1gu1CeXx\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, CA 94709\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 548-8473\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sat 10am-4pm; Sat 4pm-12am; Closed Sunday\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/JuiceBarCollective\" target=\"_blank\">Juice Bar Collective\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (Beverages under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105864\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-105864\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2143.jpg\" alt=\"A Collagen Blues juice and Almond Strawberry Joy smoothie from Marana Cafe in Oakland\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1369\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2143.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2143-400x285.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2143-800x570.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2143-768x548.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2143-1440x1027.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2143-1180x841.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2143-960x685.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A Collagen Blues juice and Almond Strawberry Joy smoothie from Marana Cafe in Oakland \u003ccite>(Shelby Pop)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Just a few blocks away from the bustle of downtown Oakland, \u003ca href=\"http://maranacafe.com\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Marana Cafe\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> is tucked away on 19th between the Fox Theater and Henry Kaiser Park. It’s a pleasant, unpretentious space--there’s a hand-drawn illustration of \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_Curry#Davidson_College_Records\" target=\"_blank\">Steph Curry\u003c/a> by the napkins--with an extensive food and beer menu (and a lengthy mimosa menu). Like many juice bars, the names serve as both health claims and wrestling names: Iron Fist, Hypertension Destroyer, Day Charger. There are a few unique pairings like the \u003cstrong>Collagen Blues\u003c/strong> (daikon, spinach, blueberry and cucumber), which was aggressively vegetal and cucumber heavy. The smoothies seem to be primarily designed for taste, not health: they’re very fruit focused, and only a few have veggies. There’s even a Nutella smoothie! If you’re willing to cheat on your detox, they’re pleasant: an \u003cstrong>Almond Strawberry Joy\u003c/strong>, with just almond milk, almond butter, banana and strawberry, was balanced, sweet and entirely satisfying.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://maranacafe.com\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Marana Cafe\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n555 19th St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/sJP3w0\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94612\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 835-8889\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 7am-7pm; Sat-Sun 8:30am-4pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Marana-Cafe-216100888548165/\" target=\"_blank\">Marana Cafe\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/marana_cafe\" target=\"_blank\">@marana_cafe\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (Beverages under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105863\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-105863\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2137.jpg\" alt=\"A Greenie In A Bottle juice and turmeric smoothie from Uptown Juice Company in Oakland\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2137.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2137-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2137-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2137-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2137-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2137-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2137-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A Greenie In A Bottle juice and turmeric smoothie from Uptown Juice Company in Oakland \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope )\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Of all the juice bars I tried, \u003ca href=\"http://www.uptownjuice.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Uptown Juice Company\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> is the most explicitly health conscious--and the most hip. The decor is tasteful, the shelves packed with interesting items (barrel-aged sriracha, Oakland onesies), and the juice names are more often than not pop culture references (\u003ca href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Cxr1-b6Xkc\" target=\"_blank\">Gin-ger and Juice\u003c/a>, \u003ca href=\"http://www.gothamgirlsrollerderby.com/players/bonita-apple-bomb\" target=\"_blank\">Bonita Apple-BOMB\u003c/a>) Since the company sells several premade cleanses (as the hand-lettered sign on their window reminds you, it’s clease month!), the cold-pressed juices, made from mostly organic and local produce, come pre-bottled (which you can return for the $2 deposit). A “\u003cstrong>Greenie in A Bottle\u003c/strong>,” with romaine, kale, chard, celery, cucumber and parsley, was so mild, it was almost tasteless. I craved anything--lemon, ginger, even kale’s bitterness--to cut the blandness of the romaine. They offer a handful of smoothie options, spiked with add-ins like flax and bee pollen. A \u003cstrong>turmeric smoothie\u003c/strong>, with turmeric, ginger and chia, was pleasantly spicy and sweet. Their cheerful staff and paleo-friendly food (from Berkeley’s Mission Heirloom) makes it an enjoyable place to spend an afternoon. They also have a happy hour on Fridays, making it an ideal spot to live out your #\u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/hashtag/dryanuary\" target=\"_blank\">dryanuary\u003c/a> goals as you avoid the cocktails at \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/dogwood-oakland\" target=\"_blank\">Dogwood\u003c/a> two doors down.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.uptownjuice.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Uptown Juice Company\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1629 Broadway [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/B5qUraKWeZD2\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94612\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 858-3735\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 8am-6pm; Sat 10am-2pm, Closed Sunday\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/UptownJuiceCompany\" target=\"_blank\">Uptown Juice Company\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/uptownjuiceco\" target=\"_blank\">@UptownJuiceCo\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (Beverages under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105861\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-105861\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2103.jpg\" alt=\"A Berkeley Greens juice and Energizer smoothie from Berkeley's Juice Appeal\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1530\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2103.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2103-400x319.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2103-800x638.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2103-768x612.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2103-1440x1148.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2103-1180x940.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2103-960x765.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A Berkeley Greens juice and Energizer smoothie from Berkeley's Juice Appeal \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Downtown Berkeley’s \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/juice-appeal-berkeley\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Juice Appeal\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> is a small, cash-only shop where workers dance around each other to get to the juicer, Vitamix or patch of wheatgrass. Given the tininess of their space, it’s remarkable how many items they manage to carry (Gluten-free cookies, pepperoncini Kettle chips) and how extensive their menu is (Acai bowls, Numi teas, algae shots). But the bulk of their menu is smoothies and juices, a sprawling collection that includes four types of smoothies, probiotic juices, a selection of lemonades and traditional green juice blends. The juices, which are made with all organic produce, are fairly straightforward combinations of celery, spinach and apples. Most juices include ginger, which gave the \u003cstrong>Berkeley Greens\u003c/strong> juice (kale, spinach, lemon, ginger and celery) a welcome shot of flavor and spice. Say yes to the offered sprinkle of cayenne: like most vegan food, juices are greatly enhanced by as much spice as possible.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Their smoothie list is less pious, focusing on sweet, kid-friendly and \u003ca href=\"http://www.jambajuice.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Jamba Juice\u003c/a>-esque fruit blends. Many of them include frozen yogurt. But one of the most popular is the \u003cstrong>Energizer\u003c/strong>, a tasty banana strawberry smoothie with wheat germ and bee pollen. Strawberry-banana is classic for a reason, and this drink showed why. It was balanced, and thankfully not too sweet. And if you feel like being extra virtuous you can add kale or spinach for a dollar more.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/juice-appeal-berkeley\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Juice Appeal\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n150 Berkeley Way [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/QAsGgt4jrJT2\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, CA 94704\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 644-3200\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 8am-6pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 10am-5pm\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (Beverages under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105865\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-105865\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2160.jpg\" alt=\"A Tropical Green smoothie and Green Power Juice from Oakland's Fresh and Best 2\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1535\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2160.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2160-400x320.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2160-800x640.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2160-768x614.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2160-1440x1151.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2160-1180x943.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2160-960x768.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A Tropical Green smoothie and Green Power Juice from Oakland's Fresh and Best 2 \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/fresh-and-best-cafe-2-oakland\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Fresh and Best 2\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> (the first is located in the Berkeley Hills) is the studious urbanite’s dream: a clean, quiet, space with plenty of seating and a varied menu. In other words, an ideal study spot. While the menu includes everything from cafe staples like club sandwiches and grilled chicken wraps to more interesting options like tofu skin bahn mis or shrimp rolls, a good chunk of their menu is focused on juices and smoothies, all of which can be made with with almond or soy milk, or be supplemented with extra greens. The mango-y \u003cstrong>Tropical Green smoothie\u003c/strong> was pleasantly fruity and had no spinach or parsley flavor. A \u003cstrong>Green Power Juice\u003c/strong>, with spinach, kale, ginger and apple was surprisingly sweet, with a very strong apple flavor and a nice amount of ginger spice. The drinks could have been blended more thoroughly but the relative affordability (20 oz for less than $6!) more than makes up for their lack of Instagram potential.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/fresh-and-best-cafe-2-oakland\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Fresh and Best 2\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1428 Alice St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/UGW6Lng2TF92\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94612\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 836-7942\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 7am-8pm; Sat 8am-7pm; Sun 9am-6pm\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (Beverages under $10)\u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>With the holiday season--including its rivers of booze and mountains of sugary treats--increasingly far behind us, people are already far along in their campaigns of aggressive healthfulness. Luckily, there’s no better way to atone for any number of booze and butter-related sins than with a 24 oz compostable cup full of liquefied greens--and even luckier for you and your liver, the East Bay has no shortage of places to get green juices and smoothies. (As for the \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/01/30/blending-vs-juicing-how-to-get-the-most-nutrition-from-your-fruit/\" target=\"_blank\">contentious question\u003c/a> of whether or not juicing is actually good for you? That’s for you to decide) Here are six favorites in Berkeley and Oakland. And if we missed yours, let us know in the comments.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105862\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-105862\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2129.jpg\" alt=\"The Radical Radiance juice and Kalein’ It smoothie from Cafe Crush in Oakland\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2129.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2129-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2129-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2129-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2129-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2129-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2129-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Radical Radiance juice and Kalein’ It smoothie from Cafe Crush in Oakland \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Piedmont Ave’s unpretentious \u003ca href=\"http://www.cafecrush.org/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Cafe Crush\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> has a list of rules on its wall, and one of them states that “Happiness and healthfulness are meant to be fun.” It’s a rule that’s carried throughout the store, from it’s calming blue walls (and random decorations like a vintage fridge door), punny drink names and the cheeky sign on the door: “It’s not like drinking a salad: it is drinking a salad.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Their menu is vast, encompassing juices, vegetable and fruit smoothies, and their combinations are interesting: ingredients include red cabbage, passion fruit juice and hemp seeds. Inspired by a \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2016/01/01/for-the-new-year-celebrate-your-generous-liver-with-these-8-cleansing-foods/\" target=\"_blank\">recent Bay Area Bites post\u003c/a>, I tried a juice with beets--the \u003cstrong>Radical Radiance\u003c/strong>, which along with beets had cucumber, celery, green tea and acai. I’m not sure if it reduced my “body and skin stress” like it claimed, but it was pleasantly vegetal and not too sweet. A \u003cstrong>Kalein’ It\u003c/strong> smoothie had a tropical flavor from the banana and passionfruit, with a subtle bite of coconut. The cheery service--I noticed a worker delivering a customer’s smoothie to their car while it was raining--is another plus.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.cafecrush.org/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Cafe Crush\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n3943 Piedmont Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/EjKHit7dbWG2\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94611\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 788-4278\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 7:30am-6pm; Sat-Sun 9am-6pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/CafeCrush/\" target=\"_blank\">Cafe Crush\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (Beverages under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105866\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-105866\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2175.jpg\" alt=\"A JBC kale smoothie and Veggie Patch from North Berkeley's Juice Bar Collective\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2175.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2175-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2175-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2175-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2175-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2175-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2175-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A JBC kale smoothie and Veggie Patch from North Berkeley's Juice Bar Collective \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The Gourmet Ghetto’s \u003ca href=\"http://www.juicebarcollective.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Juice Bar Collective\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> is an institution--the \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2011/05/16/lessons-from-berkeleys-juice-bar-collective/\" target=\"_blank\">worker-owned collective\u003c/a> has been in business since 1976. And it still holds a central place in the community. On a recent weekday, there was a line out the tiny shop’s storefront that spilled onto the sidewalk. One customer took in the shop’s mail for them. Another asked about a collective member that had recently passed away.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Their enduring success suggests that they haven’t felt the need to keep up with recent trends. The small collection of smoothies and juices mainly focus on the old guard of fresh squeezed juices: carrot, orange, beet, with nary a quirkily named spinach juice in sight. \u003cstrong>The Veggie Patch\u003c/strong> (carrot, beet, celery, ginger and orange) was a beautiful burgundy color and tasty, if assertively beet forward. A \u003cstrong>JBC Kale\u003c/strong> smoothie with banana, kale, apple and carrot and orange juices was easy to drink, and the taste of kale was well-hidden behind an army of fruits. In keeping with the neighborhood--and to be fair, the cost associated with ensuring everything is organic--prices are exorbitant. The Veggie Patch was $8.50 for 16 oz. A banana smoothie--simply a banana blended with milk and nutmeg is $5.75. But with a place like this, you’re not coming for the deals. You’re coming for the purity of their ingredients, its history, or even just to admire the \u003ca href=\"http://www.juicebarcollective.com/menu/\" target=\"_blank\">impressive output\u003c/a> of their minuscule kitchen: a steady stream of grain salads, vegan pies, and vegetarian banh mis.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.juicebarcollective.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Juice Bar Collective\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n2114 Vine St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/hbq1gu1CeXx\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, CA 94709\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 548-8473\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sat 10am-4pm; Sat 4pm-12am; Closed Sunday\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/JuiceBarCollective\" target=\"_blank\">Juice Bar Collective\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (Beverages under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105864\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-105864\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2143.jpg\" alt=\"A Collagen Blues juice and Almond Strawberry Joy smoothie from Marana Cafe in Oakland\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1369\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2143.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2143-400x285.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2143-800x570.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2143-768x548.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2143-1440x1027.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2143-1180x841.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2143-960x685.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A Collagen Blues juice and Almond Strawberry Joy smoothie from Marana Cafe in Oakland \u003ccite>(Shelby Pop)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Just a few blocks away from the bustle of downtown Oakland, \u003ca href=\"http://maranacafe.com\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Marana Cafe\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> is tucked away on 19th between the Fox Theater and Henry Kaiser Park. It’s a pleasant, unpretentious space--there’s a hand-drawn illustration of \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_Curry#Davidson_College_Records\" target=\"_blank\">Steph Curry\u003c/a> by the napkins--with an extensive food and beer menu (and a lengthy mimosa menu). Like many juice bars, the names serve as both health claims and wrestling names: Iron Fist, Hypertension Destroyer, Day Charger. There are a few unique pairings like the \u003cstrong>Collagen Blues\u003c/strong> (daikon, spinach, blueberry and cucumber), which was aggressively vegetal and cucumber heavy. The smoothies seem to be primarily designed for taste, not health: they’re very fruit focused, and only a few have veggies. There’s even a Nutella smoothie! If you’re willing to cheat on your detox, they’re pleasant: an \u003cstrong>Almond Strawberry Joy\u003c/strong>, with just almond milk, almond butter, banana and strawberry, was balanced, sweet and entirely satisfying.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://maranacafe.com\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Marana Cafe\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n555 19th St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/sJP3w0\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94612\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 835-8889\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 7am-7pm; Sat-Sun 8:30am-4pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Marana-Cafe-216100888548165/\" target=\"_blank\">Marana Cafe\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/marana_cafe\" target=\"_blank\">@marana_cafe\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (Beverages under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105863\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-105863\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2137.jpg\" alt=\"A Greenie In A Bottle juice and turmeric smoothie from Uptown Juice Company in Oakland\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2137.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2137-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2137-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2137-768x576.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2137-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2137-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2137-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A Greenie In A Bottle juice and turmeric smoothie from Uptown Juice Company in Oakland \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope )\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Of all the juice bars I tried, \u003ca href=\"http://www.uptownjuice.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Uptown Juice Company\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> is the most explicitly health conscious--and the most hip. The decor is tasteful, the shelves packed with interesting items (barrel-aged sriracha, Oakland onesies), and the juice names are more often than not pop culture references (\u003ca href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Cxr1-b6Xkc\" target=\"_blank\">Gin-ger and Juice\u003c/a>, \u003ca href=\"http://www.gothamgirlsrollerderby.com/players/bonita-apple-bomb\" target=\"_blank\">Bonita Apple-BOMB\u003c/a>) Since the company sells several premade cleanses (as the hand-lettered sign on their window reminds you, it’s clease month!), the cold-pressed juices, made from mostly organic and local produce, come pre-bottled (which you can return for the $2 deposit). A “\u003cstrong>Greenie in A Bottle\u003c/strong>,” with romaine, kale, chard, celery, cucumber and parsley, was so mild, it was almost tasteless. I craved anything--lemon, ginger, even kale’s bitterness--to cut the blandness of the romaine. They offer a handful of smoothie options, spiked with add-ins like flax and bee pollen. A \u003cstrong>turmeric smoothie\u003c/strong>, with turmeric, ginger and chia, was pleasantly spicy and sweet. Their cheerful staff and paleo-friendly food (from Berkeley’s Mission Heirloom) makes it an enjoyable place to spend an afternoon. They also have a happy hour on Fridays, making it an ideal spot to live out your #\u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/hashtag/dryanuary\" target=\"_blank\">dryanuary\u003c/a> goals as you avoid the cocktails at \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/dogwood-oakland\" target=\"_blank\">Dogwood\u003c/a> two doors down.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.uptownjuice.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Uptown Juice Company\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1629 Broadway [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/B5qUraKWeZD2\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94612\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 858-3735\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 8am-6pm; Sat 10am-2pm, Closed Sunday\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/UptownJuiceCompany\" target=\"_blank\">Uptown Juice Company\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/uptownjuiceco\" target=\"_blank\">@UptownJuiceCo\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (Beverages under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105861\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-105861\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2103.jpg\" alt=\"A Berkeley Greens juice and Energizer smoothie from Berkeley's Juice Appeal\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1530\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2103.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2103-400x319.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2103-800x638.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2103-768x612.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2103-1440x1148.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2103-1180x940.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2103-960x765.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A Berkeley Greens juice and Energizer smoothie from Berkeley's Juice Appeal \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Downtown Berkeley’s \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/juice-appeal-berkeley\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Juice Appeal\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> is a small, cash-only shop where workers dance around each other to get to the juicer, Vitamix or patch of wheatgrass. Given the tininess of their space, it’s remarkable how many items they manage to carry (Gluten-free cookies, pepperoncini Kettle chips) and how extensive their menu is (Acai bowls, Numi teas, algae shots). But the bulk of their menu is smoothies and juices, a sprawling collection that includes four types of smoothies, probiotic juices, a selection of lemonades and traditional green juice blends. The juices, which are made with all organic produce, are fairly straightforward combinations of celery, spinach and apples. Most juices include ginger, which gave the \u003cstrong>Berkeley Greens\u003c/strong> juice (kale, spinach, lemon, ginger and celery) a welcome shot of flavor and spice. Say yes to the offered sprinkle of cayenne: like most vegan food, juices are greatly enhanced by as much spice as possible.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Their smoothie list is less pious, focusing on sweet, kid-friendly and \u003ca href=\"http://www.jambajuice.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Jamba Juice\u003c/a>-esque fruit blends. Many of them include frozen yogurt. But one of the most popular is the \u003cstrong>Energizer\u003c/strong>, a tasty banana strawberry smoothie with wheat germ and bee pollen. Strawberry-banana is classic for a reason, and this drink showed why. It was balanced, and thankfully not too sweet. And if you feel like being extra virtuous you can add kale or spinach for a dollar more.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/juice-appeal-berkeley\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Juice Appeal\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n150 Berkeley Way [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/QAsGgt4jrJT2\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, CA 94704\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 644-3200\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 8am-6pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 10am-5pm\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (Beverages under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105865\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-105865\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2160.jpg\" alt=\"A Tropical Green smoothie and Green Power Juice from Oakland's Fresh and Best 2\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1535\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2160.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2160-400x320.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2160-800x640.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2160-768x614.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2160-1440x1151.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2160-1180x943.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2016/01/IMG_2160-960x768.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A Tropical Green smoothie and Green Power Juice from Oakland's Fresh and Best 2 \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/fresh-and-best-cafe-2-oakland\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Fresh and Best 2\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> (the first is located in the Berkeley Hills) is the studious urbanite’s dream: a clean, quiet, space with plenty of seating and a varied menu. In other words, an ideal study spot. While the menu includes everything from cafe staples like club sandwiches and grilled chicken wraps to more interesting options like tofu skin bahn mis or shrimp rolls, a good chunk of their menu is focused on juices and smoothies, all of which can be made with with almond or soy milk, or be supplemented with extra greens. The mango-y \u003cstrong>Tropical Green smoothie\u003c/strong> was pleasantly fruity and had no spinach or parsley flavor. A \u003cstrong>Green Power Juice\u003c/strong>, with spinach, kale, ginger and apple was surprisingly sweet, with a very strong apple flavor and a nice amount of ginger spice. The drinks could have been blended more thoroughly but the relative affordability (20 oz for less than $6!) more than makes up for their lack of Instagram potential.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"disqusTitle": "Bohemian Creamery Opens a Storefront in Sebastopol",
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"content": "\u003cp>When driving along Sebastopol’s Occidental Road, you may see a funny sign: “Got Cheese? Got Fro-Yo? Got Goats?” While the goats aren’t for sale, the cheese and the frozen yogurt most certainly are, along with whey sodas and soap made from the milk of those very same goats in the back.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>After her cheeses made it onto the lists of some of the Bay Area’s top restaurants, owner Lisa Gottreich has opened a \u003ca href=\"http://bohemiancreamery.com\" target=\"_blank\">Bohemian Creamery\u003c/a> storefront that’s open on weekends to sell more of her products.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>While it’s possible to find her cheeses at some upscale groceries and cheese shops around the Bay Area, it takes some sleuthing; it was difficult for her to break into more of them because of the highly perishable nature of her product.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“The whole reason for opening the storefront was that I couldn’t get into more retail because there’s such a high mark-up for perishable goods,” she said. “They don’t have the economy of scale, so they mark it up to prohibitive prices, so that no one can afford to buy it,” she said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_104450\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_1232-e1449616931444.jpg\" alt=\"Blink and you might miss it, but a visit to Bohemian Creamery is definitely worth a stop.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-104450\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Blink and you might miss it, but a visit to Bohemian Creamery is definitely worth a stop. \u003ccite>(Alix Wall)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Gottreich’s cheeses, made with milk from goats, cows, sheep and water buffalo (only the goats are hers) are the very definition of artisanal. They are handcrafted with names like \"Boho Belle,\" \"BoDacious\" and \"the Bomb\" (though they don’t all start with B). \"Surf and Turf\" has a thin layer of dulse seaweed through its center and \"Cowabunga\" has a layer of goats’ milk \u003cem>cajeta\u003c/em> (caramel). And if you haven’t been lucky enough to taste them, they are indeed the bomb.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>While selling more cheese was of course a motivating factor, Gottreich said another reason was to introduce products she makes with the milk from her goats.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_104451\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_1238-e1449616974543.jpg\" alt=\"Bohemian Creamery offers 12 different kinds of cheese.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-104451\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bohemian Creamery offers 12 different kinds of cheese. \u003ccite>(Alix Wall)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>“I wanted to show people what you can do with goats’ milk that I can’t always show my restaurant chefs,” she said. “I’m making soap. I’m making sodas with whey that I carbonate and sell on the spot.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>During the summer months, the sodas were a huge seller.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“There’s no fat in them, and the whey is full of vitamin B and probiotics,” she said. “They’ve been drinking them in Europe for a long time in places like Iceland and Scandinavia.” Gottreich makes a \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shrub_(drink)\" target=\"_blank\">shrub\u003c/a> from local elderberries or Meyer lemons which gives the soda a touch of sweetness.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Her frozen yogurt is definitely worth seeking out, not because it tastes specifically goat-y, but because of her unique flavors.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_104452\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_1245-e1449617033297.jpg\" alt=\"Goats' milk fro-yo doesn't taste as goat-y as one might expect.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-104452\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Goats' milk fro-yo doesn't taste as goat-y as one might expect. \u003ccite>(Alix Wall)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>“I don’t use any stabilizers or emulsifiers, and the fat level is so low,” she said. “I double-strain the yogurt so it’s smooth and nice on the palate.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Finding just the right culture that would result in a thick yogurt was challenging, but “it’s pretty rich once I get it right,” she said. Her flavors include cocoa with orange blossom, elderberry, cardamom, ginger, \u003cem>cajeta\u003c/em>, and Meyer lemon. (Note: she only has one flavor at a time; it’s left to chance what flavor you’ll find when you visit.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>And then there’s the soap. She decided to make it almost as an afterthought, but the amount of it she’s selling has surprised even her.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>A Marin native, Gottreich spent her junior year abroad from UC Santa Cruz in Padua, Italy, where she believes her palate for cheese began developing (though her mother is Swedish, she feels some of it is innate).\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Largely self-taught, Gottreich has a repertoire of 12 cheeses, which she says are distinguished by being mostly Italian in style, meaning they are not as salty as some other European varieties.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_104453\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 603px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Rifka-and-me-in-the-apple-blossom-parade.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-104453\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Rifka-and-me-in-the-apple-blossom-parade.jpg\" alt='Lisa Gottreich rides with \"Rifka\" the goat at the Apple Blossom Parade.' width=\"603\" height=\"399\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Rifka-and-me-in-the-apple-blossom-parade.jpg 603w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Rifka-and-me-in-the-apple-blossom-parade-400x265.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 603px) 100vw, 603px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lisa Gottreich rides with \"Rifka\" the goat at the Apple Blossom Parade. \u003ccite>(courtesy Lisa Gottreich)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>“It’s maybe the third or fourth flavor you get,” she explained. “I like tasting the animal and milk and cultures and then salt, not as the first or second flavor. That might be the most obvious uniting characteristic of all my cheeses.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Her cheeses were praised and served at some of the area’s top restaurants quite soon after she started. Gottreich began her business in 2008 when a divorce caused her to rethink her career, saying “I wanted to do something that brought myself and others joy.\" A milestone was reached when she got word that a local catering company had served her cheese at a fundraising brunch made of local, artisanal products served to President Obama.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“I started to cry when I heard,” she said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>While the store is only open on Fridays through Sundays, the weekend brings in the tourists. Gottreich said she’s getting to know her neighbors much better as they tend to stop in on Fridays.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>On Saturdays at noon and Sundays at 1 o'clock, she offers an hour-long tour of the creamery for $20 a head. Visitors get a comprehensive introduction to cheese-making, a tasting of Bohemian’s entire selection of cheese, and the opportunity to buy cheese at wholesale prices. But the most popular feature is getting to frolic with the goats.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>While she’s been offering tours for years now, the storefront has brought more people in, who then sign up to take the tour.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Said Gottreich: “People love to have the chance to see where and how my cheeses are made, and to meet the little four-legged ladies that make it all possible.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_104454\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_1237-e1449617067259.jpg\" alt=\"Not only does the creamery offer this view, but there are plenty of goats to play with.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-104454\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Not only does the creamery offer this view, but there are plenty of goats to play with. \u003ccite>(Alix Wall)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://bohemiancreamery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Bohemian Creamery\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n7380 Occidental Road [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/UFHCHTTsFB22\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSebastopol, CA 95473\u003cbr>\nHours: Storefront Fri-Sun 9am-6pm Fri-Sun\u003cbr>\nTo book a tour, email info@bohemiancreamery.com.\u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>When driving along Sebastopol’s Occidental Road, you may see a funny sign: “Got Cheese? Got Fro-Yo? Got Goats?” While the goats aren’t for sale, the cheese and the frozen yogurt most certainly are, along with whey sodas and soap made from the milk of those very same goats in the back.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>After her cheeses made it onto the lists of some of the Bay Area’s top restaurants, owner Lisa Gottreich has opened a \u003ca href=\"http://bohemiancreamery.com\" target=\"_blank\">Bohemian Creamery\u003c/a> storefront that’s open on weekends to sell more of her products.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>While it’s possible to find her cheeses at some upscale groceries and cheese shops around the Bay Area, it takes some sleuthing; it was difficult for her to break into more of them because of the highly perishable nature of her product.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“The whole reason for opening the storefront was that I couldn’t get into more retail because there’s such a high mark-up for perishable goods,” she said. “They don’t have the economy of scale, so they mark it up to prohibitive prices, so that no one can afford to buy it,” she said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_104450\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_1232-e1449616931444.jpg\" alt=\"Blink and you might miss it, but a visit to Bohemian Creamery is definitely worth a stop.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-104450\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Blink and you might miss it, but a visit to Bohemian Creamery is definitely worth a stop. \u003ccite>(Alix Wall)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Gottreich’s cheeses, made with milk from goats, cows, sheep and water buffalo (only the goats are hers) are the very definition of artisanal. They are handcrafted with names like \"Boho Belle,\" \"BoDacious\" and \"the Bomb\" (though they don’t all start with B). \"Surf and Turf\" has a thin layer of dulse seaweed through its center and \"Cowabunga\" has a layer of goats’ milk \u003cem>cajeta\u003c/em> (caramel). And if you haven’t been lucky enough to taste them, they are indeed the bomb.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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I’m making sodas with whey that I carbonate and sell on the spot.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>During the summer months, the sodas were a huge seller.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“There’s no fat in them, and the whey is full of vitamin B and probiotics,” she said. “They’ve been drinking them in Europe for a long time in places like Iceland and Scandinavia.” Gottreich makes a \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shrub_(drink)\" target=\"_blank\">shrub\u003c/a> from local elderberries or Meyer lemons which gives the soda a touch of sweetness.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Her frozen yogurt is definitely worth seeking out, not because it tastes specifically goat-y, but because of her unique flavors.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_104452\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_1245-e1449617033297.jpg\" alt=\"Goats' milk fro-yo doesn't taste as goat-y as one might expect.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-104452\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Goats' milk fro-yo doesn't taste as goat-y as one might expect. \u003ccite>(Alix Wall)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>“I don’t use any stabilizers or emulsifiers, and the fat level is so low,” she said. “I double-strain the yogurt so it’s smooth and nice on the palate.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Finding just the right culture that would result in a thick yogurt was challenging, but “it’s pretty rich once I get it right,” she said. Her flavors include cocoa with orange blossom, elderberry, cardamom, ginger, \u003cem>cajeta\u003c/em>, and Meyer lemon. (Note: she only has one flavor at a time; it’s left to chance what flavor you’ll find when you visit.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>And then there’s the soap. She decided to make it almost as an afterthought, but the amount of it she’s selling has surprised even her.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>A Marin native, Gottreich spent her junior year abroad from UC Santa Cruz in Padua, Italy, where she believes her palate for cheese began developing (though her mother is Swedish, she feels some of it is innate).\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Largely self-taught, Gottreich has a repertoire of 12 cheeses, which she says are distinguished by being mostly Italian in style, meaning they are not as salty as some other European varieties.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_104453\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 603px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Rifka-and-me-in-the-apple-blossom-parade.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-104453\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Rifka-and-me-in-the-apple-blossom-parade.jpg\" alt='Lisa Gottreich rides with \"Rifka\" the goat at the Apple Blossom Parade.' width=\"603\" height=\"399\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Rifka-and-me-in-the-apple-blossom-parade.jpg 603w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Rifka-and-me-in-the-apple-blossom-parade-400x265.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 603px) 100vw, 603px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lisa Gottreich rides with \"Rifka\" the goat at the Apple Blossom Parade. \u003ccite>(courtesy Lisa Gottreich)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>“It’s maybe the third or fourth flavor you get,” she explained. “I like tasting the animal and milk and cultures and then salt, not as the first or second flavor. That might be the most obvious uniting characteristic of all my cheeses.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Her cheeses were praised and served at some of the area’s top restaurants quite soon after she started. Gottreich began her business in 2008 when a divorce caused her to rethink her career, saying “I wanted to do something that brought myself and others joy.\" A milestone was reached when she got word that a local catering company had served her cheese at a fundraising brunch made of local, artisanal products served to President Obama.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“I started to cry when I heard,” she said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>While the store is only open on Fridays through Sundays, the weekend brings in the tourists. Gottreich said she’s getting to know her neighbors much better as they tend to stop in on Fridays.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>On Saturdays at noon and Sundays at 1 o'clock, she offers an hour-long tour of the creamery for $20 a head. Visitors get a comprehensive introduction to cheese-making, a tasting of Bohemian’s entire selection of cheese, and the opportunity to buy cheese at wholesale prices. But the most popular feature is getting to frolic with the goats.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>While she’s been offering tours for years now, the storefront has brought more people in, who then sign up to take the tour.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Said Gottreich: “People love to have the chance to see where and how my cheeses are made, and to meet the little four-legged ladies that make it all possible.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_104454\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_1237-e1449617067259.jpg\" alt=\"Not only does the creamery offer this view, but there are plenty of goats to play with.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-104454\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Not only does the creamery offer this view, but there are plenty of goats to play with. \u003ccite>(Alix Wall)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://bohemiancreamery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Bohemian Creamery\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n7380 Occidental Road [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/UFHCHTTsFB22\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSebastopol, CA 95473\u003cbr>\nHours: Storefront Fri-Sun 9am-6pm Fri-Sun\u003cbr>\nTo book a tour, email info@bohemiancreamery.com.\u003c/p>\n\n\u003c/div>\u003c/p>",
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"content": "\u003cp>Around this time of year the cyber-airwaves are filled with Champagne. That is, they are brimming with recommendations for the one alcoholic beverage most Americans save for special occasions, such as New Year’s Eve: sparkling wine. But in many cultures, sparkling wine is just a variation on the theme of fermented grape juice, designed to be enjoyed year-round with food or as an apéritif. While you can easily find decent, run-of-the-mill Prosecco, Cremant de Bourgogne and Cava on supermarket shelves, this year brings an abundance of more obscure choices in local wine shops. They are mostly \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Natural_wine\" target=\"_blank\">natural wines\u003c/a>, which are wines that have been manipulated as little as possible in order to retain the unique qualities specific to each grape varietal that produced them, as well as their \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terroir\" target=\"_blank\">terroir\u003c/a>. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Natural wines have been trending in New York, Los Angeles and San Francisco slowly over the last few years, but the Bay Area has recently seen a marked increase in the variety of natural wines available locally. While there aren’t any legal parameters that formally guide what constitutes “natural” wine, a bottling can typically claim that distinction with authority if it is made using native yeasts, with the addition of minimal sulfur dioxide in the process. Many are organic or biodynamic (two legal certifications) as well, and a large percentage are unfined and unfiltered, resulting in wines that have diverse aroma and flavor profiles that the average wine drinker might find unusual, from a tart or sour finish to a bonafide funkiness. Others are classically elegant and more recognizable to most palates. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>These ten wines range in price from $16-$34, and all have something to offer that is a bit different this season from the usual effervescent suspects. Prices are from the three shops where I discovered these bottles — \u003ca href=\"http://biondivino.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Biondivino\u003c/a> in San Francisco, \u003ca href=\"http://ordinairewine.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Ordinaire\u003c/a> in Oakland, and \u003ca href=\"http://www.vintageberkeley.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Vintage Wine\u003c/a> in Berkeley — but might be available at different retail prices in other local or online wine stores.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The \u003cstrong>2013 Vigneto Orsi San Vito Sui Liveiti\u003c/strong> ($18 at Biondivino), from Emilia Romagna in Italy, is made from the Pignoletto grape (97%) with a tiny bit of Riesling for acidity and aged on the lees (“sui lieviti”), meaning that the wine is left to age with the natural sediment in the bottle, which is typically removed through a filtering process. It’s also a pétillant naturel, or “pét-nat,” as the hipsters call it, which indicates that it’s been bottled before the primary fermentation is complete. In terms of flavor, this wine is more akin to a dry cider than what most of us associate with wine. It’s crisp, with notes of grapefruit, Asian pear and lychee and would pair well with young goat cheese, ceviche or vegetarian pasta or risotto dish.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105384\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Orsi1920.jpg\" alt=\"Orsi: 2013 Vigneto Orsi San Vito Sui Liveiti\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-105384\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Orsi1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Orsi1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Orsi1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Orsi1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Orsi1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Orsi1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Orsi1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Orsi: 2013 Vigneto Orsi San Vito Sui Liveiti \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Pere Mata Cupado Rosé Non-Vintage\u003c/strong> ($24 at Vintage Berkeley) is made up of three little-known grapes: Macabeau (35%), Xarello (20%) and Parellada (20%), along with the more famous Monastrell (25%). The whole package is a twist on Spanish Cava and leads with musky apple notes on the nose that shift to a deep yeastiness on the palate. This organic, small-production wine, named after the winemaker, is first fermented in stainless steel for up to three weeks, then transferred to bottle, where it undergoes secondary fermentation for another month or more. It’s a lovely apéritif wine with salty nuts or olives or slices of Serrano ham.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105385\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/PereMata1920.jpg\" alt=\"PereMata: Pere Mata Cupado Rosé Non-Vintage\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-105385\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/PereMata1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/PereMata1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/PereMata1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/PereMata1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/PereMata1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/PereMata1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/PereMata1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">PereMata: Pere Mata Cupado Rosé Non-Vintage \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Having never been a big fan of sparkling red wines, I was delighted when Ceri Smith, owner of Biondivino, recommended the \u003cstrong>2011 Croci Gutturnio Frizzante\u003c/strong> ($20.70), a berry-laden, tannic mouthful of delight that would be delicious with pizza, all manner of salumi, and pastas with cream- and butter-based sauces. Another wine from Emilia Romagna, which Smith maintains is the hottest region in Italy right now, the Gutturnio is made from Barbera and Bonarda, biodynamically grown and aged sur lie. Think Lambrusco with a large brain and a more serious expression on its face, but lush with brambly forest fruits. And even though it’s a red, it’s designed to be served chilled.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105377\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Croci1920.jpg\" alt=\"Croci: 2011 Croci Gutturnio Frizzante\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-105377\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Croci1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Croci1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Croci1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Croci1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Croci1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Croci1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Croci1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Croci: 2011 Croci Gutturnio Frizzante \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Also from Biondivino, the \u003cstrong>Folicello Emilia Bianco Frizzante\u003c/strong> ($16.20) is a white Lambrusco that is bone dry, very fizzy, and redolent of baked green apple (a nice balance of sweet and tart). Made of 90% Pignoletto and 10% Montuni, it’s both organic and biodynamic, with no added sulfites. Good pairings include lightly smoked fish, dishes that feature olives, and young cheeses.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105380\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Folicello1920.jpg\" alt=\"Folicello: Folicello Emilia Bianco Frizzante\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-105380\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Folicello1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Folicello1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Folicello1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Folicello1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Folicello1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Folicello1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Folicello1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Folicello: Folicello Emilia Bianco Frizzante \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>California makes the cut with a rambunctious \u003cstrong>2014 J. Brix Cobolorum Riesling\u003c/strong> ($24 at Ordinaire), a Santa Barbara production that is the most péttilant of the pét-nats on this list — so fizzy that you’ll need to wait for it to calm down before you pour it. Aside from faint petrol notes associated with fine Riesling, you’d be hard-pressed to guess the grape here because we hardly ever taste it unfiltered. This one is also undisgorged, with no added sulfites. You’ve heard of beer for wine-lovers? This is a wine for beer-lovers, and would work well with sushi, spicy gazpacho, or ceviche.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105381\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/JBrix1920.jpg\" alt=\"JBrix: J. Brix Cobolorum Riesling\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-105381\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/JBrix1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/JBrix1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/JBrix1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/JBrix1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/JBrix1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/JBrix1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/JBrix1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">JBrix: J. Brix Cobolorum Riesling \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>A lovely version of the well-known Crémant du Jura is the \u003cstrong>Champ Divin Zero Dosage\u003c/strong> ($25 at Vintage Berkeley) wine, made from 70% Chardonnay and 30% Pinot Noir. Even though these are familiar grapes to Champagne drinkers, the no-dosage method gives the wine an elegant restraint not to be confused with austerity, as it is also fruit-driven. Of all the wines mentioned here, this one goes best with raw oysters or other raw or lightly cooked shellfish because of its inherent minerality. This is one of the most manipulated wines on the list, but it is made with indigenous yeasts and only lightly filtered.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105378\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Divin1920.jpg\" alt=\"Divin: Champ Divin Zero Dosage\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-105378\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Divin1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Divin1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Divin1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Divin1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Divin1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Divin1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Divin1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Divin: Champ Divin Zero Dosage \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The one terrific natural wine I found from Spain is the \u003cstrong>Viña Enebro Rosé\u003c/strong> ($18 at Biondivino), another pét-nat made from Tempranillo grapes, which give the wine a saturated tawny-pink hue. From a farm that grows olive and almond trees, as well as grapes, this production is certified organic. Because the red grapes impart more tannins than white grapes, this bubbly is suitable for meat dishes and will stand up even to heavy stews and aged cheeses. It’s also great as a pre-dinner wine with salumi.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105379\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Enebro1920.jpg\" alt=\"Enebro: Viña Enebro Rosé\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-105379\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Enebro1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Enebro1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Enebro1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Enebro1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Enebro1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Enebro1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Enebro1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Enebro: Viña Enebro Rosé \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Famed natural winemaker Jean-Pierre Robinot has made a compelling \u003cstrong>L’Opera Des Vins Les Années Folles\u003c/strong> ($30 at Ordinaire) from 80% Pineau d'Aunis and 20% Chenin Blanc grapes in his vineyards in the tiny village of Chahaignes, near Angers (in the Jasnières AOC). This area is known well for Chenin Blanc, but the driving force of this wine is the Pineau d'Aunis, a red grape variety that lends an appealing funkiness to the nose and tannic structure to the mouthfeel, with a decidedly peppery-strawberry flavor taking the lead on the palate. Serve it with aged goat cheese, sweeter dishes in the Thai, Chinese or Vietnamese repertoire, or cured meats of any kind.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105382\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/lesannees1920.jpg\" alt=\"LesAnnees: Robinot L’Opera Des Vins Les Années Folles\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-105382\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/lesannees1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/lesannees1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/lesannees1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/lesannees1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/lesannees1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/lesannees1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/lesannees1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">LesAnnees: Robinot L’Opera Des Vins Les Années Folles \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Another lush and delicious sur lie wine is the \u003cstrong>2014 Menti Roncaie\u003c/strong> ($18.50 at Vintage Berkeley) from Italy’s Veneto region, made from 100% Garganega. The secondary fermentation in the bottle is precipitated by the addition of Albina juice (resonated Garganega), with only natural yeasts and no added sulfites. Because of its citrus and nut aromas and flavors, I especially like this wine with simple crostini before dinner or a first course of vegetarian pasta or risotto.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105383\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Menti1920.jpg\" alt=\"Menti: 2014 Menti Roncaie Sui Lieviti\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-105383\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Menti1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Menti1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Menti1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Menti1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Menti1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Menti1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Menti1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Menti: 2014 Menti Roncaie Sui Lieviti\u003cbr> \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The one Austrian contender here is the \u003cstrong>Strohmeier Schilcher Frizzante\u003c/strong> ($35 at Ordinaire), a rosé made from 100% Blauer Wildbacher, a little-planted grape with crisp acidity, white pepper notes, and grassy undertones. The farmer-winemakers Christine and Franz Strohmeier use natural methods in the vineyards as much as possible, including the use of whey instead of copper sulfite to ward off downy mildew. This sparkler is excellent alongside triple-cream cheeses, wild boar salumi, and other foods high in fat.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105386\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Strohmeier1920.jpg\" alt=\"Strohmeier: Strohmeier Schilcher Frizzante\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-105386\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Strohmeier1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Strohmeier1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Strohmeier1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Strohmeier1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Strohmeier1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Strohmeier1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Strohmeier1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Strohmeier: Strohmeier Schilcher Frizzante \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://biondivino.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Biondivino Wine Boutique\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1415 Green St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/HTvX5l\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94109\u003cbr>\n(415) 673-2320\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Wed, 11am-8pm; Thu-Sat, 11am-10pm; Sun, noon-7pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/biondivino\" target=\"_blank\">Biondivino Wine Boutique\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/biondivino\" target=\"_blank\">@biodivino\u003c/a> \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ordinairewine.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Ordinaire\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n3354 Grand Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/6d56jL\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94610\u003cbr>\n(510) 629-3944\u003cbr>\nHours: Tues-Sat, noon-10pm; Sun, noon-5pm; closed Mon\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/ordinairewine\" target=\"_blank\">Ordinaire\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/ordinairewine\" target=\"_blank\">@ordinairewine\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTumblr: \u003ca href=\"http://ordinairewine.tumblr.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Ordinaire\u003c/a> \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.vintageberkeley.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Vintage Berkeley\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> (two locations)\u003cbr>\n2949 College Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/YGnvGi\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, CA 94705\u003cbr>\n(510) 549-9501\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sat, 11am-8pm; Sun, 11am-6pm\u003cbr>\n2113 Vine St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/JEOMWs\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, CA 94709\u003cbr>\n(510) 665-8600\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sat, 11am-8pm; Sun, 11am-6pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Vintage-Berkeley-306773196651/\" target=\"_blank\">Vintage Berkeley\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/VintageBerkeley\" target=\"_blank\">@VintageBerkeley\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTumblr: \u003ca href=\"http://vintageberkeley.tumblr.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Vintage Berkeley\u003c/a> \u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>Around this time of year the cyber-airwaves are filled with Champagne. That is, they are brimming with recommendations for the one alcoholic beverage most Americans save for special occasions, such as New Year’s Eve: sparkling wine. But in many cultures, sparkling wine is just a variation on the theme of fermented grape juice, designed to be enjoyed year-round with food or as an apéritif. While you can easily find decent, run-of-the-mill Prosecco, Cremant de Bourgogne and Cava on supermarket shelves, this year brings an abundance of more obscure choices in local wine shops. They are mostly \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Natural_wine\" target=\"_blank\">natural wines\u003c/a>, which are wines that have been manipulated as little as possible in order to retain the unique qualities specific to each grape varietal that produced them, as well as their \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terroir\" target=\"_blank\">terroir\u003c/a>. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Natural wines have been trending in New York, Los Angeles and San Francisco slowly over the last few years, but the Bay Area has recently seen a marked increase in the variety of natural wines available locally. While there aren’t any legal parameters that formally guide what constitutes “natural” wine, a bottling can typically claim that distinction with authority if it is made using native yeasts, with the addition of minimal sulfur dioxide in the process. Many are organic or biodynamic (two legal certifications) as well, and a large percentage are unfined and unfiltered, resulting in wines that have diverse aroma and flavor profiles that the average wine drinker might find unusual, from a tart or sour finish to a bonafide funkiness. Others are classically elegant and more recognizable to most palates. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>These ten wines range in price from $16-$34, and all have something to offer that is a bit different this season from the usual effervescent suspects. Prices are from the three shops where I discovered these bottles — \u003ca href=\"http://biondivino.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Biondivino\u003c/a> in San Francisco, \u003ca href=\"http://ordinairewine.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Ordinaire\u003c/a> in Oakland, and \u003ca href=\"http://www.vintageberkeley.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Vintage Wine\u003c/a> in Berkeley — but might be available at different retail prices in other local or online wine stores.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The \u003cstrong>2013 Vigneto Orsi San Vito Sui Liveiti\u003c/strong> ($18 at Biondivino), from Emilia Romagna in Italy, is made from the Pignoletto grape (97%) with a tiny bit of Riesling for acidity and aged on the lees (“sui lieviti”), meaning that the wine is left to age with the natural sediment in the bottle, which is typically removed through a filtering process. It’s also a pétillant naturel, or “pét-nat,” as the hipsters call it, which indicates that it’s been bottled before the primary fermentation is complete. In terms of flavor, this wine is more akin to a dry cider than what most of us associate with wine. It’s crisp, with notes of grapefruit, Asian pear and lychee and would pair well with young goat cheese, ceviche or vegetarian pasta or risotto dish.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105384\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Orsi1920.jpg\" alt=\"Orsi: 2013 Vigneto Orsi San Vito Sui Liveiti\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-105384\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Orsi1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Orsi1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Orsi1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Orsi1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Orsi1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Orsi1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Orsi1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Orsi: 2013 Vigneto Orsi San Vito Sui Liveiti \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Pere Mata Cupado Rosé Non-Vintage\u003c/strong> ($24 at Vintage Berkeley) is made up of three little-known grapes: Macabeau (35%), Xarello (20%) and Parellada (20%), along with the more famous Monastrell (25%). The whole package is a twist on Spanish Cava and leads with musky apple notes on the nose that shift to a deep yeastiness on the palate. This organic, small-production wine, named after the winemaker, is first fermented in stainless steel for up to three weeks, then transferred to bottle, where it undergoes secondary fermentation for another month or more. It’s a lovely apéritif wine with salty nuts or olives or slices of Serrano ham.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105385\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/PereMata1920.jpg\" alt=\"PereMata: Pere Mata Cupado Rosé Non-Vintage\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-105385\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/PereMata1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/PereMata1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/PereMata1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/PereMata1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/PereMata1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/PereMata1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/PereMata1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">PereMata: Pere Mata Cupado Rosé Non-Vintage \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Having never been a big fan of sparkling red wines, I was delighted when Ceri Smith, owner of Biondivino, recommended the \u003cstrong>2011 Croci Gutturnio Frizzante\u003c/strong> ($20.70), a berry-laden, tannic mouthful of delight that would be delicious with pizza, all manner of salumi, and pastas with cream- and butter-based sauces. Another wine from Emilia Romagna, which Smith maintains is the hottest region in Italy right now, the Gutturnio is made from Barbera and Bonarda, biodynamically grown and aged sur lie. Think Lambrusco with a large brain and a more serious expression on its face, but lush with brambly forest fruits. And even though it’s a red, it’s designed to be served chilled.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105377\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Croci1920.jpg\" alt=\"Croci: 2011 Croci Gutturnio Frizzante\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-105377\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Croci1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Croci1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Croci1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Croci1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Croci1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Croci1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Croci1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Croci: 2011 Croci Gutturnio Frizzante \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Also from Biondivino, the \u003cstrong>Folicello Emilia Bianco Frizzante\u003c/strong> ($16.20) is a white Lambrusco that is bone dry, very fizzy, and redolent of baked green apple (a nice balance of sweet and tart). Made of 90% Pignoletto and 10% Montuni, it’s both organic and biodynamic, with no added sulfites. Good pairings include lightly smoked fish, dishes that feature olives, and young cheeses.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105380\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Folicello1920.jpg\" alt=\"Folicello: Folicello Emilia Bianco Frizzante\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-105380\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Folicello1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Folicello1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Folicello1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Folicello1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Folicello1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Folicello1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Folicello1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Folicello: Folicello Emilia Bianco Frizzante \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>California makes the cut with a rambunctious \u003cstrong>2014 J. Brix Cobolorum Riesling\u003c/strong> ($24 at Ordinaire), a Santa Barbara production that is the most péttilant of the pét-nats on this list — so fizzy that you’ll need to wait for it to calm down before you pour it. Aside from faint petrol notes associated with fine Riesling, you’d be hard-pressed to guess the grape here because we hardly ever taste it unfiltered. This one is also undisgorged, with no added sulfites. You’ve heard of beer for wine-lovers? This is a wine for beer-lovers, and would work well with sushi, spicy gazpacho, or ceviche.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105381\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/JBrix1920.jpg\" alt=\"JBrix: J. Brix Cobolorum Riesling\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-105381\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/JBrix1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/JBrix1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/JBrix1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/JBrix1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/JBrix1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/JBrix1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/JBrix1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">JBrix: J. Brix Cobolorum Riesling \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>A lovely version of the well-known Crémant du Jura is the \u003cstrong>Champ Divin Zero Dosage\u003c/strong> ($25 at Vintage Berkeley) wine, made from 70% Chardonnay and 30% Pinot Noir. Even though these are familiar grapes to Champagne drinkers, the no-dosage method gives the wine an elegant restraint not to be confused with austerity, as it is also fruit-driven. Of all the wines mentioned here, this one goes best with raw oysters or other raw or lightly cooked shellfish because of its inherent minerality. This is one of the most manipulated wines on the list, but it is made with indigenous yeasts and only lightly filtered.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105378\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Divin1920.jpg\" alt=\"Divin: Champ Divin Zero Dosage\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-105378\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Divin1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Divin1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Divin1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Divin1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Divin1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Divin1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Divin1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Divin: Champ Divin Zero Dosage \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The one terrific natural wine I found from Spain is the \u003cstrong>Viña Enebro Rosé\u003c/strong> ($18 at Biondivino), another pét-nat made from Tempranillo grapes, which give the wine a saturated tawny-pink hue. From a farm that grows olive and almond trees, as well as grapes, this production is certified organic. Because the red grapes impart more tannins than white grapes, this bubbly is suitable for meat dishes and will stand up even to heavy stews and aged cheeses. It’s also great as a pre-dinner wine with salumi.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105379\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Enebro1920.jpg\" alt=\"Enebro: Viña Enebro Rosé\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-105379\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Enebro1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Enebro1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Enebro1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Enebro1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Enebro1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Enebro1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Enebro1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Enebro: Viña Enebro Rosé \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Famed natural winemaker Jean-Pierre Robinot has made a compelling \u003cstrong>L’Opera Des Vins Les Années Folles\u003c/strong> ($30 at Ordinaire) from 80% Pineau d'Aunis and 20% Chenin Blanc grapes in his vineyards in the tiny village of Chahaignes, near Angers (in the Jasnières AOC). This area is known well for Chenin Blanc, but the driving force of this wine is the Pineau d'Aunis, a red grape variety that lends an appealing funkiness to the nose and tannic structure to the mouthfeel, with a decidedly peppery-strawberry flavor taking the lead on the palate. Serve it with aged goat cheese, sweeter dishes in the Thai, Chinese or Vietnamese repertoire, or cured meats of any kind.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105382\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/lesannees1920.jpg\" alt=\"LesAnnees: Robinot L’Opera Des Vins Les Années Folles\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-105382\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/lesannees1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/lesannees1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/lesannees1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/lesannees1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/lesannees1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/lesannees1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/lesannees1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">LesAnnees: Robinot L’Opera Des Vins Les Années Folles \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Another lush and delicious sur lie wine is the \u003cstrong>2014 Menti Roncaie\u003c/strong> ($18.50 at Vintage Berkeley) from Italy’s Veneto region, made from 100% Garganega. The secondary fermentation in the bottle is precipitated by the addition of Albina juice (resonated Garganega), with only natural yeasts and no added sulfites. Because of its citrus and nut aromas and flavors, I especially like this wine with simple crostini before dinner or a first course of vegetarian pasta or risotto.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105383\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Menti1920.jpg\" alt=\"Menti: 2014 Menti Roncaie Sui Lieviti\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-105383\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Menti1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Menti1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Menti1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Menti1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Menti1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Menti1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Menti1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Menti: 2014 Menti Roncaie Sui Lieviti\u003cbr> \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The one Austrian contender here is the \u003cstrong>Strohmeier Schilcher Frizzante\u003c/strong> ($35 at Ordinaire), a rosé made from 100% Blauer Wildbacher, a little-planted grape with crisp acidity, white pepper notes, and grassy undertones. The farmer-winemakers Christine and Franz Strohmeier use natural methods in the vineyards as much as possible, including the use of whey instead of copper sulfite to ward off downy mildew. This sparkler is excellent alongside triple-cream cheeses, wild boar salumi, and other foods high in fat.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_105386\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Strohmeier1920.jpg\" alt=\"Strohmeier: Strohmeier Schilcher Frizzante\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-105386\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Strohmeier1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Strohmeier1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Strohmeier1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Strohmeier1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Strohmeier1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Strohmeier1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/Strohmeier1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Strohmeier: Strohmeier Schilcher Frizzante \u003ccite>(Kim Westerman)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://biondivino.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Biondivino Wine Boutique\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1415 Green St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/HTvX5l\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94109\u003cbr>\n(415) 673-2320\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Wed, 11am-8pm; Thu-Sat, 11am-10pm; Sun, noon-7pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/biondivino\" target=\"_blank\">Biondivino Wine Boutique\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/biondivino\" target=\"_blank\">@biodivino\u003c/a> \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cp>Ah, \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melt_sandwich\" target=\"_blank\">the melt\u003c/a> -- the heftier, meatier sibling to the hallowed \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/11/30/5-bites-gratifying-grilled-cheese-sandwiches-in-oakland/\" target=\"_blank\">grilled cheese sandwich\u003c/a>. A plain scoop of tuna salad is easily elevated to next level status with the simple addition of melted cheddar, while \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patty_melt\" target=\"_blank\">the patty melt\u003c/a> transforms a typical cheeseburger by using sautéed onions and griddled rye bread. (Accounts differ on the patty melt's exact birthday -- which ranges from the \u003ca href=\"http://la.eater.com/maps/step-aside-burgers-10-great-patty-melts-in-la\" target=\"_blank\">'30s\u003c/a>, '40s or '50s -- but most suggest it was created at a former \u003ca href=\"http://www.grubstreet.com/2014/09/patty-melt-roundup.html\" target=\"_blank\">Southern Californian coffee shop down in L.A.\u003c/a>) I've sampled many melts throughout the East Bay that transcend the sandwich's humble origins -- such as Oakland's \u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://kronnerburger.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Kronnerburger\u003c/a>\u003c/strong> that serves their patty melt with onion confit, mixed melted cheese and hot mustard (shown above). Here's five other options that will warm your soul and belly this winter (and I've excluded other unique variations on meat-and-melted cheese sandwiches such as the Reuben, hot pastrami, Croque Monsieur, Cubano and the like.) Please let us know your favorite spots in the comments. \u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>Ham and Cheese, Please\n\u003ch3>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_104718\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7115.jpg\" alt=\"A perfect pairing for lunch: ham and cheese melt with a fresh side salad.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" class=\"size-full wp-image-104718\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7115.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7115-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7115-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7115-768x432.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7115-1440x810.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7115-1180x664.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7115-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A perfect pairing for lunch: ham and cheese melt with a fresh side salad. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/h3>\u003c/h3>\u003cp>Located on the main drag that runs through downtown Danville, the newer, year-old location of the \u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.itsonthesideboard.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Sideboard\u003c/a>\u003c/strong> now resides in a quaint gray building with a front porch and spacious back patio. As their menu features locally-sourced, seasonal comfort food, now's the time to order their open-face ham and cheese melt. Aged white cheddar oozes over slices of flavorful ham and a large housemade English muffin that's split in two. A side salad garnished with feta cheese and cherry tomatoes makes this a perfect lunchtime meal (which is the only time it's served.) If you're in the mood for dessert, there's also plenty of tasty housemade pastries to choose from to satisfy your sweet tooth.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.itsonthesideboard.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Sideboard\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n90 Railroad Avenue [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/BHc792HpcSx\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nDanville, CA 94526\u003cbr>\nPh: (925) 984-2713\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Mon 8am-8pm; Tue-Sat 8am-9pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/SideboardDanville/\" target=\"_blank\">Sideboard Danville\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/sideboard_danville/\" target=\"_blank\">@sideboard_danville\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Sandwiches $10 and under) \u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>A Classic Patty Melt with a Californian Touch\n\u003ch3>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_104590\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7091.jpg\" alt=\"Sequoia Diner's stellar patty melt is above and beyond what you'd find at a regular diner.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-104590\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7091.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7091-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7091-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7091-768x432.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7091-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7091-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7091-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sequoia Diner's stellar patty melt is above and beyond what you'd find at a regular diner. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/h3>\u003c/h3>\u003cp>A charming throwback to the lunch counters of yesteryear, \u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.sequoiadiner.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Sequoia Diner\u003c/a>\u003c/strong> opened its doors this past May in Oakland's Laurel District. While they focus on producing good old-fashioned \u003ca href=\"http://www.eastbayexpress.com/oakland/breakfast-of-champions/Content?oid=4412634\" target=\"_blank\">American breakfasts with a Californian sensibility\u003c/a>, the star of their short lunch menu is their exceptional patty melt, which rises far above what you'd find at your average greasy spoon. Beginning with two buttery, thick-cut slices of housemade rye bread, a juicy hamburger patty (made with humanely raised meat) rests on top of a solid layer of grilled onions, melted Swiss cheese and Russian dressing. Not that you'll need the additional sides of a baby arugula salad, dill pickles and home fries, but those accompany your sizable sandwich as well. Save room for dessert if you can as their cookies and pastries are also all baked on the premises. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.sequoiadiner.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Sequoia Diner\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n3719 MacArthur Blvd. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/xCFiD2aBRS52\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94619\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 482-3719\u003cbr>\nHours: Open Wed-Sun 8am-2pm, Thu 5-8pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/sequoiadiner/\" target=\"_blank\">Sequoia Diner\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/sequoia_diner\" target=\"_blank\">@SequoiaDiner\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ (Sandwiches $11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>You Won't Miss Tuna With This Seafood Melt\u003c/h3>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_104856\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7142.jpg\" alt=\"The Cook and Her Farmer's outstanding "Big Sur" melt.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-104856\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7142.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7142-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7142-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7142-768x432.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7142-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7142-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7142-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Cook and Her Farmer's outstanding \"Big Sur\" melt. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>We've complimented the \u003ca href=\"http://thecookandherfarmer.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>The Cook and Her Farmer's\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/11/30/5-bites-gratifying-grilled-cheese-sandwiches-in-oakland/\" target=\"_blank\"> picturesque, slow-cooked grilled cheese in a previous post\u003c/a>. But their \"Big Sur Melt\" takes it one step further by adding tender bites of Florida Gulf shrimp, slivers of green onion and housemade seasonal \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mostarda\" target=\"_blank\">mostarda\u003c/a>\u003c/em> to the mix of melted aged Gruyère, dry Jack and \u003cem>pecorino\u003c/em> cheeses. It's arguably tastier than its sibling sandwich and puts most other seafood-based melts to shame. (Although two other restaurants I mentioned in that same write-up, \u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/11/30/5-bites-gratifying-grilled-cheese-sandwiches-in-oakland/\" target=\"_blank\">The Sacred Wheel\u003c/a> \u003c/strong> and \u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/09/22/5-bites-the-best-breakfast-sandwiches-in-oakland/\" target=\"_blank\">Stag's Lunchette\u003c/a> \u003c/strong>, certainly have noteworthy tuna melt contenders.) If you're able to polish off this entire sandwich, you may find yourself curling up for a nap underneath your table afterwards. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://thecookandherfarmer.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>The Cook and Her Farmer\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n907 Washington Street [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/XV4BH73kMqQ2\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94607\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 285-6140\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon 9am-4pm; Tue-Thu 9am-9pm; Fri-Sat 9am-10pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/thecookandherfarmer\" target=\"_blank\">The Cook and Her Farmer\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ Sandwiches ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>For When You Want All the Melts\n\u003ch3>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_104547\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7062.jpg\" alt=\"Harissa, a North African chili paste, adds a hint of earthy flavor to Saul's turkey melts. \" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-104547\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7062.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7062-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7062-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7062-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7062-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7062-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Harissa, a North African chili paste, adds a hint of earthy flavor to Saul's turkey melts. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/h3>\u003c/h3>\u003cp>Feeling indecisive? Fortunately there's three tantalizingly good melts to choose from at \u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.saulsdeli.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Saul's\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>, the venerable Berkeley restaurant and deli that's been serving up their distinctive take on Jewish food for over 25 years. Given their emphasis on seasonal, local and sustainable ingredients, their turkey melt's stuffed with \u003ca href=\"http://www.eatlikeitmatters.com/\" target=\"_blank\">BN Ranch\u003c/a> turkey with mushrooms, Swiss cheese and a mildly spicy roasted pepper \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harissa\" target=\"_blank\">harissa\u003c/a>\u003c/em> sauce on grilled \u003ca href=\"http://www.acmebread.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Acme\u003c/a> sourdough bread (or choose your own.) They also offer the two standard classics: a tuna melt (with Oregon line caught albacore tuna salad with cheddar or Swiss on rye) and a patty melt. Along with their complimentary pickle plate, you'll also get coleslaw, potato salad or mixed green salad as a side; or sub in latkes, knishes, fries or fruit. You can also order just half a sandwich with or without a cup of soup for a lighter meal. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.saulsdeli.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Saul's Restaurant & Delicatessen\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n1475 Shattuck Avenue [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/QDFcHECqjZK2\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, CA 94709\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 848-DELI (3354)\u003cbr>\nHours: Breakfast & lunch served from 8am-2pm Mon-Fri; 8am-3pm Sat-Sun; Burgers and melts served all day after 11am; Dinner served from 4-10pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/SaulsDeli/?ref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Saul's Deli\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/saulsdeli\" target=\"_blank\">@saulsdeli\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ (Sandwiches $11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>A Double Cheese Extravaganza\n\u003ch3>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_104545\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 4000px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7025-e1.jpg\" alt=\"The Peasant Courtyard's Parmesan-encrusted patty melt is a real show stopper.\" width=\"4000\" height=\"2248\" class=\"size-full wp-image-104545\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7025-e1.jpg 4000w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7025-e1-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7025-e1-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7025-e1-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7025-e1-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7025-e1-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 4000px) 100vw, 4000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Peasant Courtyard's Parmesan-encrusted patty melt is a real show stopper. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/h3>\u003c/h3>\u003cp>True to its name, \u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://rodneyworth.com/peasants-courtyard/\" target=\"_blank\">The Peasant’s Courtyard\u003c/a>\u003c/strong> has a welcoming outdoor space as well as a cozy, cottage-like atmosphere indoors. One of their signature sandwiches is their show-stopping patty melt. Once you're done admiring its crunchy halo of Parmesan cheese on sourdough bread, you'll appreciate its rich fillings: melted Swiss cheese, sautéed onions and a half-pound of certified Angus beef that's slathered with Russian dressing. A side salad or French fries are included, or substitute in a cup of soup, onion rings or fruit for a few more dollars. 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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>Ah, \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melt_sandwich\" target=\"_blank\">the melt\u003c/a> -- the heftier, meatier sibling to the hallowed \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/11/30/5-bites-gratifying-grilled-cheese-sandwiches-in-oakland/\" target=\"_blank\">grilled cheese sandwich\u003c/a>. A plain scoop of tuna salad is easily elevated to next level status with the simple addition of melted cheddar, while \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patty_melt\" target=\"_blank\">the patty melt\u003c/a> transforms a typical cheeseburger by using sautéed onions and griddled rye bread. (Accounts differ on the patty melt's exact birthday -- which ranges from the \u003ca href=\"http://la.eater.com/maps/step-aside-burgers-10-great-patty-melts-in-la\" target=\"_blank\">'30s\u003c/a>, '40s or '50s -- but most suggest it was created at a former \u003ca href=\"http://www.grubstreet.com/2014/09/patty-melt-roundup.html\" target=\"_blank\">Southern Californian coffee shop down in L.A.\u003c/a>) I've sampled many melts throughout the East Bay that transcend the sandwich's humble origins -- such as Oakland's \u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://kronnerburger.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Kronnerburger\u003c/a>\u003c/strong> that serves their patty melt with onion confit, mixed melted cheese and hot mustard (shown above). Here's five other options that will warm your soul and belly this winter (and I've excluded other unique variations on meat-and-melted cheese sandwiches such as the Reuben, hot pastrami, Croque Monsieur, Cubano and the like.) Please let us know your favorite spots in the comments. \u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>Ham and Cheese, Please\n\u003ch3>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_104718\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7115.jpg\" alt=\"A perfect pairing for lunch: ham and cheese melt with a fresh side salad.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" class=\"size-full wp-image-104718\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7115.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7115-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7115-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7115-768x432.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7115-1440x810.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7115-1180x664.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7115-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A perfect pairing for lunch: ham and cheese melt with a fresh side salad. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/h3>\u003c/h3>\u003cp>Located on the main drag that runs through downtown Danville, the newer, year-old location of the \u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.itsonthesideboard.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Sideboard\u003c/a>\u003c/strong> now resides in a quaint gray building with a front porch and spacious back patio. As their menu features locally-sourced, seasonal comfort food, now's the time to order their open-face ham and cheese melt. Aged white cheddar oozes over slices of flavorful ham and a large housemade English muffin that's split in two. A side salad garnished with feta cheese and cherry tomatoes makes this a perfect lunchtime meal (which is the only time it's served.) If you're in the mood for dessert, there's also plenty of tasty housemade pastries to choose from to satisfy your sweet tooth.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.itsonthesideboard.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Sideboard\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n90 Railroad Avenue [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/BHc792HpcSx\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nDanville, CA 94526\u003cbr>\nPh: (925) 984-2713\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Mon 8am-8pm; Tue-Sat 8am-9pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/SideboardDanville/\" target=\"_blank\">Sideboard Danville\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/sideboard_danville/\" target=\"_blank\">@sideboard_danville\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Sandwiches $10 and under) \u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>A Classic Patty Melt with a Californian Touch\n\u003ch3>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_104590\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7091.jpg\" alt=\"Sequoia Diner's stellar patty melt is above and beyond what you'd find at a regular diner.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-104590\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7091.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7091-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7091-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7091-768x432.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7091-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7091-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7091-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sequoia Diner's stellar patty melt is above and beyond what you'd find at a regular diner. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/h3>\u003c/h3>\u003cp>A charming throwback to the lunch counters of yesteryear, \u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.sequoiadiner.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Sequoia Diner\u003c/a>\u003c/strong> opened its doors this past May in Oakland's Laurel District. While they focus on producing good old-fashioned \u003ca href=\"http://www.eastbayexpress.com/oakland/breakfast-of-champions/Content?oid=4412634\" target=\"_blank\">American breakfasts with a Californian sensibility\u003c/a>, the star of their short lunch menu is their exceptional patty melt, which rises far above what you'd find at your average greasy spoon. Beginning with two buttery, thick-cut slices of housemade rye bread, a juicy hamburger patty (made with humanely raised meat) rests on top of a solid layer of grilled onions, melted Swiss cheese and Russian dressing. Not that you'll need the additional sides of a baby arugula salad, dill pickles and home fries, but those accompany your sizable sandwich as well. Save room for dessert if you can as their cookies and pastries are also all baked on the premises. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.sequoiadiner.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Sequoia Diner\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n3719 MacArthur Blvd. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/xCFiD2aBRS52\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94619\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 482-3719\u003cbr>\nHours: Open Wed-Sun 8am-2pm, Thu 5-8pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/sequoiadiner/\" target=\"_blank\">Sequoia Diner\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/sequoia_diner\" target=\"_blank\">@SequoiaDiner\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ (Sandwiches $11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>You Won't Miss Tuna With This Seafood Melt\u003c/h3>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_104856\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7142.jpg\" alt=\"The Cook and Her Farmer's outstanding "Big Sur" melt.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-104856\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7142.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7142-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7142-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7142-768x432.jpg 768w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7142-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7142-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7142-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Cook and Her Farmer's outstanding \"Big Sur\" melt. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>We've complimented the \u003ca href=\"http://thecookandherfarmer.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>The Cook and Her Farmer's\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/11/30/5-bites-gratifying-grilled-cheese-sandwiches-in-oakland/\" target=\"_blank\"> picturesque, slow-cooked grilled cheese in a previous post\u003c/a>. But their \"Big Sur Melt\" takes it one step further by adding tender bites of Florida Gulf shrimp, slivers of green onion and housemade seasonal \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mostarda\" target=\"_blank\">mostarda\u003c/a>\u003c/em> to the mix of melted aged Gruyère, dry Jack and \u003cem>pecorino\u003c/em> cheeses. It's arguably tastier than its sibling sandwich and puts most other seafood-based melts to shame. (Although two other restaurants I mentioned in that same write-up, \u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/11/30/5-bites-gratifying-grilled-cheese-sandwiches-in-oakland/\" target=\"_blank\">The Sacred Wheel\u003c/a> \u003c/strong> and \u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/09/22/5-bites-the-best-breakfast-sandwiches-in-oakland/\" target=\"_blank\">Stag's Lunchette\u003c/a> \u003c/strong>, certainly have noteworthy tuna melt contenders.) If you're able to polish off this entire sandwich, you may find yourself curling up for a nap underneath your table afterwards. \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://thecookandherfarmer.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>The Cook and Her Farmer\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n907 Washington Street [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/XV4BH73kMqQ2\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94607\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 285-6140\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon 9am-4pm; Tue-Thu 9am-9pm; Fri-Sat 9am-10pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/thecookandherfarmer\" target=\"_blank\">The Cook and Her Farmer\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ Sandwiches ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>For When You Want All the Melts\n\u003ch3>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_104547\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7062.jpg\" alt=\"Harissa, a North African chili paste, adds a hint of earthy flavor to Saul's turkey melts. \" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-104547\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7062.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7062-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7062-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7062-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7062-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7062-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Harissa, a North African chili paste, adds a hint of earthy flavor to Saul's turkey melts. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/h3>\u003c/h3>\u003cp>Feeling indecisive? Fortunately there's three tantalizingly good melts to choose from at \u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.saulsdeli.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Saul's\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>, the venerable Berkeley restaurant and deli that's been serving up their distinctive take on Jewish food for over 25 years. Given their emphasis on seasonal, local and sustainable ingredients, their turkey melt's stuffed with \u003ca href=\"http://www.eatlikeitmatters.com/\" target=\"_blank\">BN Ranch\u003c/a> turkey with mushrooms, Swiss cheese and a mildly spicy roasted pepper \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harissa\" target=\"_blank\">harissa\u003c/a>\u003c/em> sauce on grilled \u003ca href=\"http://www.acmebread.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Acme\u003c/a> sourdough bread (or choose your own.) They also offer the two standard classics: a tuna melt (with Oregon line caught albacore tuna salad with cheddar or Swiss on rye) and a patty melt. Along with their complimentary pickle plate, you'll also get coleslaw, potato salad or mixed green salad as a side; or sub in latkes, knishes, fries or fruit. You can also order just half a sandwich with or without a cup of soup for a lighter meal. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.saulsdeli.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Saul's Restaurant & Delicatessen\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n1475 Shattuck Avenue [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/QDFcHECqjZK2\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, CA 94709\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 848-DELI (3354)\u003cbr>\nHours: Breakfast & lunch served from 8am-2pm Mon-Fri; 8am-3pm Sat-Sun; Burgers and melts served all day after 11am; Dinner served from 4-10pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/SaulsDeli/?ref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Saul's Deli\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/saulsdeli\" target=\"_blank\">@saulsdeli\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ (Sandwiches $11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>A Double Cheese Extravaganza\n\u003ch3>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_104545\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 4000px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7025-e1.jpg\" alt=\"The Peasant Courtyard's Parmesan-encrusted patty melt is a real show stopper.\" width=\"4000\" height=\"2248\" class=\"size-full wp-image-104545\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7025-e1.jpg 4000w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7025-e1-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7025-e1-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7025-e1-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7025-e1-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/12/IMG_7025-e1-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 4000px) 100vw, 4000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Peasant Courtyard's Parmesan-encrusted patty melt is a real show stopper. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/h3>\u003c/h3>\u003cp>True to its name, \u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://rodneyworth.com/peasants-courtyard/\" target=\"_blank\">The Peasant’s Courtyard\u003c/a>\u003c/strong> has a welcoming outdoor space as well as a cozy, cottage-like atmosphere indoors. One of their signature sandwiches is their show-stopping patty melt. Once you're done admiring its crunchy halo of Parmesan cheese on sourdough bread, you'll appreciate its rich fillings: melted Swiss cheese, sautéed onions and a half-pound of certified Angus beef that's slathered with Russian dressing. A side salad or French fries are included, or substitute in a cup of soup, onion rings or fruit for a few more dollars. They also serve an excellent tuna melt prepared with Albacore tuna, cheddar cheese, tomato, lettuce and sliced red onion on sourdough for a simpler alternative. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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