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"disqusTitle": "First Look: Oakland's Grand Fare Market is Now Open",
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"content": "\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://insidescoopsf.sfgate.com/blog/2015/09/30/grand-fare-market-set-to-launch-in-oaklands-grand-lake/\" target=\"_blank\">Two years in the making\u003c/a>, notable restauranteur Doug Washington finally opened the doors to his next truly grand project: the 3500-sq.-ft. \u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.grandfaremarket.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Grand Fare Market\u003c/a>\u003c/strong> located on Oakland's Grand Avenue. He was a whirlwind of activity on the morning of the market's debut as he wiped down tables, dusted off shelves and greeted customers strolling in at the beginning of lunch service at 11:00am.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[gallery type=\"rectangular\" ids=\"101853,101795,101797,101798\"]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Customers can choose two areas to dine outdoors: there's table service offered with marble-topped café tables and metal chairs cushioned with sheepskins; or patrons can order food to go and sit in the quieter communal area that's sequestered away with a collection of potted trees and succulents.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6142.jpg\" alt=\"The tranquil communal space within the 1200-square-foot garden.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101800\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6142.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6142-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6142-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6142-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6142-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6142-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The rest of the al fresco space is lush with plants due to Washington's wife, Freya Prowe, a 20-year veteran of the flower business. She's transformed the popup stand she launched last spring into the full-fledged \u003ca href=\"http://www.brotherandsistersflowers.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Brother & Sisters Flower Shop\u003c/a> that's located within a cozy nook on the premises.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6144.jpg\" alt=\"Brother and Sisters' is the cozy flower shop located within the market.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101801\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6144.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6144-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6144-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6144-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6144-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6144-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6190.jpg\" alt=\"Brother and Sisters' is the cozy flower shop located within the market.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101821\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6190.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6190-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6190-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6190-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6190-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6190-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6189.jpg\" alt=\"Bouquets for sale from Brother and Sisters Flower Shop.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101820\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6189.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6189-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6189-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6189-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6189-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6189-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The kitchen is led by Ben Coe, who was most recently head chef at James Syhabout's \u003ca href=\"http://www.berkeleyside.com/2015/01/16/bites-box-and-bells-closes-haven-takes-a-pause-more/\" target=\"_blank\">now-shuttered Box and Bells\u003c/a>. Cold sides are sold by the pound; otherwise, the prices match the all-day menu of salads, hot sides and sandwiches, which range from $8-$14. There's pre-packaged options available, too.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6155.jpg\" alt=\"Inside the Grand Fare Market.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101805\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6155.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6155-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6155-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6155-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6155-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6155-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6167.jpg\" alt=\"Cold sides are served by the pound.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101811\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6167.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6167-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6167-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6167-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6167-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6167-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6156.jpg\" alt=\"Pre-packaged sandwiches and salads.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101806\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6156.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6156-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6156-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6156-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6156-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6156-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>There's also cheese and charcuterie boards ($17), meat entrees ($15-$28) and a raw oyster bar ($9-$36).\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6168.jpg\" alt=\"The oyster bar with indoor seating.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101812\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6168.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6168-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6168-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6168-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6168-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6168-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Or if you want to just pick up some gourmet groceries, there's an ample amount of cheese, wine, beer and other specialty items for sale.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6180.jpg\" alt=\"Cheese corner.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101818\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6180.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6180-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6180-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6180-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6180-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6180-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6157.jpg\" alt=\"A buffet of cheese.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101807\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6157.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6157-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6157-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6157-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6157-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6157-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6177.jpg\" alt=\"Spanish specialty items.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101816\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6177.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6177-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6177-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6177-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6177-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6177-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6158.jpg\" alt=\"A full pantry.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101808\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6158.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6158-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6158-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6158-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6158-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6158-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6159.jpg\" alt=\"Walls of wine.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101809\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6159.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6159-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6159-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6159-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6159-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6159-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6169.jpg\" alt=\"Beans and Clif Kitchen.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101813\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6169.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6169-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6169-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6169-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6169-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6169-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The market's small bakery corner is overseen by Cristina Pejoro, formerly of \u003ca href=\"http://sf-local.com/\" 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target=\"_blank\">Linea Coffee\u003c/a> starting at 7am; prices range from $3-$4.50 for tea, drip coffee and espresso drinks. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6151.jpg\" alt=\"The vintage coffee trailer.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101804\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6151.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6151-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6151-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6151-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6151-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6151-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6147.jpg\" alt=\"Almond milk cappuccino.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101803\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6147.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6147-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6147-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6147-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6147-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6147-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Servers smartly dressed in waxed canvas aprons will take your order in the dining area, and dishes emerge as they're ready. While some items will remain menu staples, there's seasonal items such as persimmons and chicories salad with pomegranate, persimmon vinaigrette and shaved parmesan ($12) and cherry tomatoes with farro, feta, Thai basil, ginger and lemon ($12) that are sure to disappear come wintertime. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6205.jpg\" alt=\"Persimmons and chicories salads with pomegranate, persimmon vinaigrette and shaved parmesan. ($12)\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101825\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6205.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6205-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6205-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6205-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6205-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6205-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6215.jpg\" alt=\"Cherry tomatoes with farro, feta, Thai basil, ginger and lemon. ($12)\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101827\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6215.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6215-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6215-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6215-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6215-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6215-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>While a bit on the spendier side for lunch -- as the sandwiches and entrees come with no sides -- the porchetta Reuben with red sauerkraut, Russian dressing and Gruyère cheese ($14) and the confit of fennel-cured albacore tuna with fennel slaw and pilpil aioli ($13) were outstanding. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6211.jpg\" alt=\"Porchetta Reuben with red sauerkraut, Russian dressing and Gruyère cheese. ($14)\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101826\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6211.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6211-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6211-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6211-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6211-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6211-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6200.jpg\" alt=\"Confit of fennel-cured albacore tuna with fennel slaw and pilpil aioli. ($13)\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101824\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6200.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6200-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6200-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6200-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6200-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6200-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The fried whole okra in a light cornmeal batter, dusted with parmesan and served with a Green Goddess dressing, was a delicious accompaniment ($7). \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6221.jpg\" alt=\"Fried okra with parmesan and Green Goddess dressing. ($7)\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101828\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6221.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6221-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6221-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6221-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6221-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6221-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Once the weekend arrives, the crowds packing into Grand Fare Market will probably rival Rockridge's illustrious\u003ca href=\"http://rockridgemarkethall.com/\" target=\"_blank\"> Market Hall\u003c/a>. And with the establishment open until 10pm, guests will want to linger over dinner and wine, especially in fine weather. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.grandfaremarket.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Grand Fare Market\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n3265 Grand Avenue [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/kQzHw7ChjW52\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94610\u003cbr>\nPh: 510-899-9610\u003cbr>\nHours: Market 11am–10pm; Coffee trailer: 7am–10 pm everyday\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/grandfaremarket\" target=\"_blank\">Grand Fare Market\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/grandfaremarket\" target=\"_blank\">@grandfaremarket\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://instagram.com/grandfaremarket/\" target=\"_blank\">@grandfaremarket\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17) for most items.\u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Customers can choose two areas to dine outdoors: there's table service offered with marble-topped café tables and metal chairs cushioned with sheepskins; or patrons can order food to go and sit in the quieter communal area that's sequestered away with a collection of potted trees and succulents.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6142.jpg\" alt=\"The tranquil communal space within the 1200-square-foot garden.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101800\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6142.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6142-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6142-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6142-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6142-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6142-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The rest of the al fresco space is lush with plants due to Washington's wife, Freya Prowe, a 20-year veteran of the flower business. She's transformed the popup stand she launched last spring into the full-fledged \u003ca href=\"http://www.brotherandsistersflowers.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Brother & Sisters Flower Shop\u003c/a> that's located within a cozy nook on the premises.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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Cold sides are sold by the pound; otherwise, the prices match the all-day menu of salads, hot sides and sandwiches, which range from $8-$14. There's pre-packaged options available, too.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6155.jpg\" alt=\"Inside the Grand Fare Market.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101805\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6155.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6155-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6155-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6155-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6155-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6155-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6167.jpg\" alt=\"Cold sides are served by the pound.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101811\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6167.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6167-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6167-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6167-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6167-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6167-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6156.jpg\" alt=\"Pre-packaged sandwiches and salads.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101806\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6156.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6156-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6156-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6156-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6156-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6156-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>There's also cheese and charcuterie boards ($17), meat entrees ($15-$28) and a raw oyster bar ($9-$36).\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6168.jpg\" alt=\"The oyster bar with indoor seating.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101812\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6168.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6168-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6168-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6168-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6168-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6168-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Or if you want to just pick up some gourmet groceries, there's an ample amount of cheese, wine, beer and other specialty items for sale.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6180.jpg\" alt=\"Cheese corner.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101818\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6180.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6180-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6180-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6180-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6180-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6180-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6157.jpg\" alt=\"A buffet of cheese.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101807\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6157.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6157-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6157-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6157-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6157-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6157-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6177.jpg\" alt=\"Spanish specialty items.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101816\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6177.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6177-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6177-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6177-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6177-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6177-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6158.jpg\" alt=\"A full pantry.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101808\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6158.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6158-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6158-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6158-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6158-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6158-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6159.jpg\" alt=\"Walls of wine.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101809\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6159.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6159-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6159-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6159-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6159-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6159-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6169.jpg\" alt=\"Beans and Clif Kitchen.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101813\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6169.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6169-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6169-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6169-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6169-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6169-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The market's small bakery corner is overseen by Cristina Pejoro, formerly of \u003ca href=\"http://sf-local.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Local Kitchen and Wine Merchant \u003c/a>in San Francisco.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6170.jpg\" alt=\"Bakery nook.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101814\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6170.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6170-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6170-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6170-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6170-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6170-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>A vintage \u003ca href=\"http://www.spartantrailer.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Spartan trailer\u003c/a> restored from the 1940s serves \u003ca href=\"http://www.lineacaffe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Linea Coffee\u003c/a> starting at 7am; prices range from $3-$4.50 for tea, drip coffee and espresso drinks. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6151.jpg\" alt=\"The vintage coffee trailer.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101804\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6151.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6151-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6151-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6151-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6151-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6151-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6147.jpg\" alt=\"Almond milk cappuccino.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101803\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6147.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6147-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6147-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6147-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6147-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6147-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Servers smartly dressed in waxed canvas aprons will take your order in the dining area, and dishes emerge as they're ready. While some items will remain menu staples, there's seasonal items such as persimmons and chicories salad with pomegranate, persimmon vinaigrette and shaved parmesan ($12) and cherry tomatoes with farro, feta, Thai basil, ginger and lemon ($12) that are sure to disappear come wintertime. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6205.jpg\" alt=\"Persimmons and chicories salads with pomegranate, persimmon vinaigrette and shaved parmesan. ($12)\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101825\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6205.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6205-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6205-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6205-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6205-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6205-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6215.jpg\" alt=\"Cherry tomatoes with farro, feta, Thai basil, ginger and lemon. ($12)\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101827\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6215.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6215-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6215-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6215-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6215-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6215-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>While a bit on the spendier side for lunch -- as the sandwiches and entrees come with no sides -- the porchetta Reuben with red sauerkraut, Russian dressing and Gruyère cheese ($14) and the confit of fennel-cured albacore tuna with fennel slaw and pilpil aioli ($13) were outstanding. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6211.jpg\" alt=\"Porchetta Reuben with red sauerkraut, Russian dressing and Gruyère cheese. ($14)\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101826\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6211.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6211-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6211-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6211-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6211-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6211-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6200.jpg\" alt=\"Confit of fennel-cured albacore tuna with fennel slaw and pilpil aioli. ($13)\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101824\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6200.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6200-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6200-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6200-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6200-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6200-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The fried whole okra in a light cornmeal batter, dusted with parmesan and served with a Green Goddess dressing, was a delicious accompaniment ($7). \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6221.jpg\" alt=\"Fried okra with parmesan and Green Goddess dressing. ($7)\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101828\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6221.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6221-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6221-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6221-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6221-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/10/IMG_6221-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Once the weekend arrives, the crowds packing into Grand Fare Market will probably rival Rockridge's illustrious\u003ca href=\"http://rockridgemarkethall.com/\" target=\"_blank\"> Market Hall\u003c/a>. And with the establishment open until 10pm, guests will want to linger over dinner and wine, especially in fine weather. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.grandfaremarket.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Grand Fare Market\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n3265 Grand Avenue [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/kQzHw7ChjW52\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94610\u003cbr>\nPh: 510-899-9610\u003cbr>\nHours: Market 11am–10pm; Coffee trailer: 7am–10 pm everyday\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/grandfaremarket\" target=\"_blank\">Grand Fare Market\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/grandfaremarket\" target=\"_blank\">@grandfaremarket\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://instagram.com/grandfaremarket/\" target=\"_blank\">@grandfaremarket\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17) for most items.\u003c/p>\n\n\u003c/div>\u003c/p>",
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"content": "\u003cp>While these pretty, pastel-colored confections have been popularized by the French, \u003cem>macarons\u003c/em> actually originated from the ovens of masterful Venetian chefs in Italy. Not to be confused with \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Macaroon\" target=\"_blank\">macaroons\u003c/a>\u003c/em> (although they \u003ca href=\"http://www.thekitchn.com/whats-the-difference-macaroons-63982\" target=\"_blank\">share two basic ingredients\u003c/a>), the foundation of these meringue-based treats is almond flour, confectioners' sugar, superfine sugar and egg whites. You'll find them garnished with any number of fillings, such as chocolate cream \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ganache\" target=\"_blank\">ganache\u003c/a>\u003c/em>, \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buttercream\" target=\"_blank\">buttercreams\u003c/a> or herb, nut or fruit-based concoctions. Here's where you can find this colorful eye candy in the East Bay, and be sure to let us know your favorites in the comments. \u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100927\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5551.jpg\" alt=\"Shades of Sugar Bakeshop's sweet works of art.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100927\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5551.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5551-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5551-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5551-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5551-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5551-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Shades of Sugar Bakeshop's sweet works of art. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>While \u003ca href=\"http://www.sosbakeshop.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Shades of Sugar Bakeshop\u003c/a> doesn't have its own brick-and-mortar space yet, it does give you an excuse to visit the \u003ca href=\"http://www.cattowncafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Cat Town Cafe\u003c/a> which sells owner-baker Eric Szeto's beautiful macarons -- available in both petite and regular sizes. I think they're the closest that you'll find in the East Bay (flavor and texture-wise) to what's arguably considered the gold standard of \u003cem>macarons\u003c/em>: the renowned \u003cem>douceurs\u003c/em> produced by the Parisian \u003cem>pâtisserie\u003c/em>\u003ca href=\"https://www.laduree.com/en_fr/\" target=\"_blank\"> Ladurée\u003c/a> for over 150 years. \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/09/18/heres-12-things-we-tried-and-loved-at-the-2015-eat-real-festival/\" target=\"_blank\">At the latest Eat Real Festival\u003c/a>, Szeto had a sumptuous seasonal buffet of macaron flavors created with locally-sourced ingredients: apricot and \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/JelliclesFarm\" target=\"_blank\">Jellicles Farm\u003c/a> red shiso leaves with a \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lapsang_souchong\" target=\"_blank\">Lapsang souchong\u003c/a>\u003c/em> tea ganache; cacao with a \u003ca href=\"http://drinkdrakes.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Drake Brewing Company's Imperial stout\u003c/a> chocolate ganache; \u003ca href=\"https://www.lafaza.com/\" target=\"_blank\">LAFAZA\u003c/a> Madagascar vanilla with bourbon ganache; \u003ca href=\"http://www.numitea.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Numi\u003c/a> Earl Grey tea with Meyer lemon ganache. Szeto can whip up custom macaron flavors and other desserts on request via his website. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.sosbakeshop.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Shades of Sugar Bakeshop\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nCat Town Cafe [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/CKEXZeJHZRJ2\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\n2869 Broadway\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94612\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 891-1100\u003cbr>\nHours: Wed-Sat 9:30am-7pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/sosbakeshop\" target=\"_blank\">SOS Bakeshop\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/sosbakeshop\" target=\"_blank\">@sosbakeshop\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100816\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1911px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/masse2.jpg\" alt=\"The colorful macarons from Masse's Pastries make a lovely gift (but it's understandable if you eat them all before they get home.\" width=\"1911\" height=\"1075\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100816\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/masse2.jpg 1911w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/masse2-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/masse2-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/masse2-1440x810.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/masse2-1180x664.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/masse2-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1911px) 100vw, 1911px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The colorful macarons from Masse's Pastries make a lovely gift (but it's understandable if you eat them all before they get home. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Once you step into \u003ca href=\"http://www.massespastries.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Masse’s Pastries\u003c/a>, one of the co-owners -- Paul and Marcia Masse -- will be sure to greet you with a big smile while you stare longingly at the sumptuous desserts on display in their pastry case. A longstanding favorite of Berkeley's Gourmet Ghetto neighborhood for over 18 years, their macarons taste as vibrant as their bright, festive colors. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.massespastries.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Masse’s Pastries\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n1469 Shattuck Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/hgqWb\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, CA 94709\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 649-1004\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Mon 8am-4pm; Wed-Sat 8am-6pm; Closed Tue\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Masses-Pastries-53568106245/\" target=\"_blank\">Masse's Pastries\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/marciamasse\" target=\"_blank\">@marciamasse\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100821\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/miette.jpg\" alt=\"Miette's charming macarons all in a row.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100821\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/miette.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/miette-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/miette-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/miette-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/miette-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/miette-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Miette's darling macarons all lined up in a row. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Stepping through the picturesque doors of Oakland's \u003ca href=\"https://www.miette.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Miette\u003c/a> location is like walking into a charming, life-sized dollhouse from the 1950s. Their delicious macarons are artfully stacked inside glass cookie jars on the counter, with several standard flavors to choose from such as pistachio, chocolate and hazelnut. A few seasonal selections are also available; notable summery flavors included rose-geranium, \u003cem>dulce de leche\u003c/em> and coffee. There's additional stores in San Francisco and Marin where you can also pick up cookies, cakes and other irresistible desserts.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"https://www.miette.com/main/\" target=\"_blank\">Miette\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n85 Webster St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/nEMGL\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94607\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 663-1300\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sat 11am-5:30pm; Sun 10am-5pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Miette-50272059150\" target=\"_blank\">Miette\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/miettemeg\" target=\"_blank\">@miettemeg\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100783\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/sugarie.jpg\" alt=\"A vivid palette of flavors is available at Sugarie Bakery in Pleasanton.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100783\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/sugarie.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/sugarie-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/sugarie-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/sugarie-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/sugarie-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/sugarie-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A vivid palette of flavors is available at Sugarie Bakery in Pleasanton. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Opened \u003ca href=\"http://patch.com/california/pleasanton/sprouts--shutters-sugarie-bake-shop-open\" target=\"_blank\">last year\u003c/a> by Natalie Wong and her husband Russ Trapani, \u003ca href=\"http://www.sugariebakeshop.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Sugarie Bake Shop\u003c/a> carries a \u003ca href=\"http://www.sugariebakeshop.com/#!macaron-flavors/cy9p\" target=\"_blank\">vivid palette of macaron flavors\u003c/a>. From tropical fruits (such as lychee and mango passionfruit) to Earl Grey and green teas, there's also more creative combinations such as espresso rum and black sesame banana. Selection varies on a daily basis and Sugarie sells other baked goods and savory dishes, too. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.sugariebakeshop.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Sugarie Bake Shop\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n3500 Bernal Ave. Ste. 155 [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/50Gyu\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPleasanton, CA 94566\u003cbr>\nPh: (925) 789-9067\u003cbr>\nHours: Wed-Fri 8am-6pm; Sat 9am-6pm; Sun 9am-4pm; Closed Mon-Tue\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/sugariebakeshop\" target=\"_blank\">Sugarie Bake Shop\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/sugariebakeshop\" target=\"_blank\">@sugariebakeshop\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100808\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5444.jpg\" alt=\"It's hard to top the sheer number of flavors available at Tous Les Jours.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100808\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5444.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5444-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5444-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5444-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5444-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5444-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">It's hard to top the sheer number of flavors available at Tous Les Jours. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>It's no secret that Asians and Asian-Americans are partial to European-style pastries, and there's numerous chains (like this Korean franchise with multiple locations across the world) that pay homage to its baked goods. The Dublin-based \u003ca href=\"http://www.tljus.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Tous les Jours\u003c/a> store is jam-packed with both traditional items like baguettes and brioches as well as their own fusiony-foodstuffs like croissants filled with sweet rice and red beans. Made with organic flour, you can pick from typical flavors or more unique ones such as blueberry lavender, salted caramel, red velvet, peanut butter-and-jelly, green tea and vanilla (pictured above). There's pre-packed gift sets or just choose a few to be elegantly boxed up in a green-striped box.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.tljus.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Tous les Jours\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n7151 Amador Plaza Rd. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/Bas8p\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nDublin, CA 94568\u003cbr>\nPh: (925) 828-7081\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 7am-9pm; Sat 8am-9pm; Sun 8am-8pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/TousLesJoursUSA\" target=\"_blank\">Tous Les Jours USA\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/touslesjoursusa\" target=\"_blank\">@TousLesJoursUSA\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_101335\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5682.jpg\" alt=\"Macarons are pretty in pink boxes from Creme Si Bon.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101335\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5682.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5682-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5682-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5682-1440x810.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5682-1180x664.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5682-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Macarons are pretty in pink boxes from Creme Si Bon. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Another bakery with a wide assortment of flavors and hues is San Ramon's \u003ca href=\"http://www.cremesibon.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Creme Si Bon\u003c/a>. There's usually at least 19 different macarons in the case (and custom ones are available on request,) so you'll be sure to find something that tempts you. Standout flavors include lychee and rose, champagne, mango, blueberry and mocha. Along with their cupcakes, tarts and other pastries, there's hot sandwiches and quiches, too. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.cremesibon.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Creme Si Bon\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n192 Market Pl. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/iutfuqaH21J2\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Ramon, CA 94583\u003cbr>\nPh: (925) 804-6261\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Thu 9am-6pm; Fri-Sat 9am-7:30pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/cremesibon\" target=\"_blank\">Creme Si Bon\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/CremeSiBon\" target=\"_blank\">@CremeSiBon\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100768\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pano.jpg\" alt=\"There's macarons of all sizes and flavors at La PanotiQ in Livermore.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100768\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pano.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pano-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pano-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pano-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pano-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pano-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">There's macarons of all sizes and flavors at La PanotiQ in Livermore. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>With five locations spread throughout the Bay Area (and another that's coming soon to Berkeley), Livermore's \u003ca href=\"http://www.lapanotiq.com/\" target=\"_blank\">La PanotiQ\u003c/a> French bakery has the minimalist decor of a refined art gallery. Miniature, regular and the large, saucer-sized \"Runny Heart\" macarons are lined up just so alongside eclairs, cakes and other enticements in their pastry case. The Runny Heart's come in two flavors -- chocolate or salted caramel -- when you're seeking more macaron that a bite-sized portion. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.lapanotiq.com/\" target=\"_blank\">La PanotiQ\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n2470 1st St., Ste. 110 [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/0TtYE\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nLivermore, CA 94550\u003cbr>\nPh: (925) 292-1916\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Thu 8am-8pm; Fri-Sat 8am-9:30pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/La-PanotiQ-Livermore-404956503004191\" target=\"_blank\">La PanotiQ Livermore\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/lapanotiq\" target=\"_blank\">@lapanotiq\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_101361\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5989.jpg\" alt=\"Oakland City Center's Cupcake Cove also carries a small selection of Natalie's Macarons.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101361\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5989.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5989-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5989-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5989-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5989-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5989-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Oakland City Center's Cupcake Cove also carries a small selection of Natalie's Macarons. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://macaronsbynatalie.com\" target=\"_blank\">Macarons by Natalie\u003c/a> primarily focuses on catering and special orders through her website, but you can also find at least five daily flavors for sale in Oakland City Center's \u003ca href=\"http://www.thecupcakecove.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Cupcake Cove\u003c/a>. Thai tea, Rice Krispies, mint chip, cookie & cream and Earl Grey were in the case on a recent visit, and if you buy 5, you get one free. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://macaronsbynatalie.com\" target=\"_blank\">Macarons by Natalie\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nCupcake Cove\u003cbr>\n500 12th St., Ste 136 [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/iskXiJMy16p\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94607\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 386-9476\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 11am-6pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/macaronsbynatalie\" target=\"_blank\">Macarons by Natalie\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/nataliemacarons\" target=\"_blank\">@nataliemacarons\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100818\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52581.jpg\" alt=\"Feel Good Bakery touts the gluten-free ingredients of these almond flour-based desserts.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100818\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52581.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52581-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52581-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52581-1440x810.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52581-1180x664.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52581-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Feel Good Bakery touts the gluten-free ingredients of these almond-based desserts \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Coated with sprinkles or nuts and filled with a rich cream, \u003ca href=\"http://feelgoodbakery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Feel Good Bakery's\u003c/a> macarons are denser and more substantial than your usual macaron; they're closer in texture to small whoopie pies. It's worth taking advantage of their baker's dozen special -- especially if they have wonderful seasonal flavors like fig available. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://feelgoodbakery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Feel Good Bakery\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n1650 Park St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/7xhFl\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nAlameda, CA 94501\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 864-2733\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 7am-8pm; Sat 8am-8pm; Sun 8am-7pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Feel-Good-Bakery-64344642813\" target=\"_blank\">Feel Good Bakery\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100823\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5263.jpg\" alt=\"Pistachio and honey lavendar macarons from Feel Good Bakery in Alameda\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1066\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100823\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5263.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5263-400x222.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5263-800x444.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5263-1440x800.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5263-1180x655.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5263-960x533.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5263-672x372.jpg 672w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5263-1038x576.jpg 1038w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pistachio and honey lavendar macarons from Feel Good Bakery in Alameda \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>While these pretty, pastel-colored confections have been popularized by the French, \u003cem>macarons\u003c/em> actually originated from the ovens of masterful Venetian chefs in Italy. Not to be confused with \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Macaroon\" target=\"_blank\">macaroons\u003c/a>\u003c/em> (although they \u003ca href=\"http://www.thekitchn.com/whats-the-difference-macaroons-63982\" target=\"_blank\">share two basic ingredients\u003c/a>), the foundation of these meringue-based treats is almond flour, confectioners' sugar, superfine sugar and egg whites. You'll find them garnished with any number of fillings, such as chocolate cream \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ganache\" target=\"_blank\">ganache\u003c/a>\u003c/em>, \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buttercream\" target=\"_blank\">buttercreams\u003c/a> or herb, nut or fruit-based concoctions. Here's where you can find this colorful eye candy in the East Bay, and be sure to let us know your favorites in the comments. \u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100927\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5551.jpg\" alt=\"Shades of Sugar Bakeshop's sweet works of art.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100927\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5551.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5551-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5551-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5551-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5551-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5551-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Shades of Sugar Bakeshop's sweet works of art. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>While \u003ca href=\"http://www.sosbakeshop.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Shades of Sugar Bakeshop\u003c/a> doesn't have its own brick-and-mortar space yet, it does give you an excuse to visit the \u003ca href=\"http://www.cattowncafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Cat Town Cafe\u003c/a> which sells owner-baker Eric Szeto's beautiful macarons -- available in both petite and regular sizes. I think they're the closest that you'll find in the East Bay (flavor and texture-wise) to what's arguably considered the gold standard of \u003cem>macarons\u003c/em>: the renowned \u003cem>douceurs\u003c/em> produced by the Parisian \u003cem>pâtisserie\u003c/em>\u003ca href=\"https://www.laduree.com/en_fr/\" target=\"_blank\"> Ladurée\u003c/a> for over 150 years. \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2015/09/18/heres-12-things-we-tried-and-loved-at-the-2015-eat-real-festival/\" target=\"_blank\">At the latest Eat Real Festival\u003c/a>, Szeto had a sumptuous seasonal buffet of macaron flavors created with locally-sourced ingredients: apricot and \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/JelliclesFarm\" target=\"_blank\">Jellicles Farm\u003c/a> red shiso leaves with a \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lapsang_souchong\" target=\"_blank\">Lapsang souchong\u003c/a>\u003c/em> tea ganache; cacao with a \u003ca href=\"http://drinkdrakes.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Drake Brewing Company's Imperial stout\u003c/a> chocolate ganache; \u003ca href=\"https://www.lafaza.com/\" target=\"_blank\">LAFAZA\u003c/a> Madagascar vanilla with bourbon ganache; \u003ca href=\"http://www.numitea.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Numi\u003c/a> Earl Grey tea with Meyer lemon ganache. Szeto can whip up custom macaron flavors and other desserts on request via his website. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.sosbakeshop.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Shades of Sugar Bakeshop\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nCat Town Cafe [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/CKEXZeJHZRJ2\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\n2869 Broadway\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94612\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 891-1100\u003cbr>\nHours: Wed-Sat 9:30am-7pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/sosbakeshop\" target=\"_blank\">SOS Bakeshop\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/sosbakeshop\" target=\"_blank\">@sosbakeshop\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100816\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1911px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/masse2.jpg\" alt=\"The colorful macarons from Masse's Pastries make a lovely gift (but it's understandable if you eat them all before they get home.\" width=\"1911\" height=\"1075\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100816\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/masse2.jpg 1911w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/masse2-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/masse2-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/masse2-1440x810.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/masse2-1180x664.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/masse2-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1911px) 100vw, 1911px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The colorful macarons from Masse's Pastries make a lovely gift (but it's understandable if you eat them all before they get home. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Once you step into \u003ca href=\"http://www.massespastries.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Masse’s Pastries\u003c/a>, one of the co-owners -- Paul and Marcia Masse -- will be sure to greet you with a big smile while you stare longingly at the sumptuous desserts on display in their pastry case. A longstanding favorite of Berkeley's Gourmet Ghetto neighborhood for over 18 years, their macarons taste as vibrant as their bright, festive colors. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.massespastries.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Masse’s Pastries\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n1469 Shattuck Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/hgqWb\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, CA 94709\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 649-1004\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Mon 8am-4pm; Wed-Sat 8am-6pm; Closed Tue\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Masses-Pastries-53568106245/\" target=\"_blank\">Masse's Pastries\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/marciamasse\" target=\"_blank\">@marciamasse\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100821\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/miette.jpg\" alt=\"Miette's charming macarons all in a row.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100821\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/miette.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/miette-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/miette-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/miette-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/miette-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/miette-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Miette's darling macarons all lined up in a row. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Stepping through the picturesque doors of Oakland's \u003ca href=\"https://www.miette.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Miette\u003c/a> location is like walking into a charming, life-sized dollhouse from the 1950s. Their delicious macarons are artfully stacked inside glass cookie jars on the counter, with several standard flavors to choose from such as pistachio, chocolate and hazelnut. A few seasonal selections are also available; notable summery flavors included rose-geranium, \u003cem>dulce de leche\u003c/em> and coffee. There's additional stores in San Francisco and Marin where you can also pick up cookies, cakes and other irresistible desserts.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"https://www.miette.com/main/\" target=\"_blank\">Miette\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n85 Webster St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/nEMGL\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94607\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 663-1300\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sat 11am-5:30pm; Sun 10am-5pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Miette-50272059150\" target=\"_blank\">Miette\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/miettemeg\" target=\"_blank\">@miettemeg\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100783\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/sugarie.jpg\" alt=\"A vivid palette of flavors is available at Sugarie Bakery in Pleasanton.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100783\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/sugarie.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/sugarie-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/sugarie-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/sugarie-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/sugarie-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/sugarie-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A vivid palette of flavors is available at Sugarie Bakery in Pleasanton. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Opened \u003ca href=\"http://patch.com/california/pleasanton/sprouts--shutters-sugarie-bake-shop-open\" target=\"_blank\">last year\u003c/a> by Natalie Wong and her husband Russ Trapani, \u003ca href=\"http://www.sugariebakeshop.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Sugarie Bake Shop\u003c/a> carries a \u003ca href=\"http://www.sugariebakeshop.com/#!macaron-flavors/cy9p\" target=\"_blank\">vivid palette of macaron flavors\u003c/a>. From tropical fruits (such as lychee and mango passionfruit) to Earl Grey and green teas, there's also more creative combinations such as espresso rum and black sesame banana. Selection varies on a daily basis and Sugarie sells other baked goods and savory dishes, too. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.sugariebakeshop.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Sugarie Bake Shop\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n3500 Bernal Ave. Ste. 155 [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/50Gyu\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPleasanton, CA 94566\u003cbr>\nPh: (925) 789-9067\u003cbr>\nHours: Wed-Fri 8am-6pm; Sat 9am-6pm; Sun 9am-4pm; Closed Mon-Tue\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/sugariebakeshop\" target=\"_blank\">Sugarie Bake Shop\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/sugariebakeshop\" target=\"_blank\">@sugariebakeshop\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100808\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5444.jpg\" alt=\"It's hard to top the sheer number of flavors available at Tous Les Jours.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100808\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5444.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5444-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5444-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5444-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5444-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5444-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">It's hard to top the sheer number of flavors available at Tous Les Jours. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>It's no secret that Asians and Asian-Americans are partial to European-style pastries, and there's numerous chains (like this Korean franchise with multiple locations across the world) that pay homage to its baked goods. The Dublin-based \u003ca href=\"http://www.tljus.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Tous les Jours\u003c/a> store is jam-packed with both traditional items like baguettes and brioches as well as their own fusiony-foodstuffs like croissants filled with sweet rice and red beans. Made with organic flour, you can pick from typical flavors or more unique ones such as blueberry lavender, salted caramel, red velvet, peanut butter-and-jelly, green tea and vanilla (pictured above). There's pre-packed gift sets or just choose a few to be elegantly boxed up in a green-striped box.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.tljus.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Tous les Jours\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n7151 Amador Plaza Rd. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/Bas8p\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nDublin, CA 94568\u003cbr>\nPh: (925) 828-7081\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 7am-9pm; Sat 8am-9pm; Sun 8am-8pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/TousLesJoursUSA\" target=\"_blank\">Tous Les Jours USA\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/touslesjoursusa\" target=\"_blank\">@TousLesJoursUSA\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_101335\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5682.jpg\" alt=\"Macarons are pretty in pink boxes from Creme Si Bon.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101335\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5682.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5682-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5682-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5682-1440x810.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5682-1180x664.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5682-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Macarons are pretty in pink boxes from Creme Si Bon. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Another bakery with a wide assortment of flavors and hues is San Ramon's \u003ca href=\"http://www.cremesibon.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Creme Si Bon\u003c/a>. There's usually at least 19 different macarons in the case (and custom ones are available on request,) so you'll be sure to find something that tempts you. Standout flavors include lychee and rose, champagne, mango, blueberry and mocha. Along with their cupcakes, tarts and other pastries, there's hot sandwiches and quiches, too. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.cremesibon.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Creme Si Bon\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n192 Market Pl. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/iutfuqaH21J2\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Ramon, CA 94583\u003cbr>\nPh: (925) 804-6261\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Thu 9am-6pm; Fri-Sat 9am-7:30pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/cremesibon\" target=\"_blank\">Creme Si Bon\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/CremeSiBon\" target=\"_blank\">@CremeSiBon\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100768\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pano.jpg\" alt=\"There's macarons of all sizes and flavors at La PanotiQ in Livermore.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100768\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pano.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pano-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pano-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pano-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pano-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pano-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">There's macarons of all sizes and flavors at La PanotiQ in Livermore. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>With five locations spread throughout the Bay Area (and another that's coming soon to Berkeley), Livermore's \u003ca href=\"http://www.lapanotiq.com/\" target=\"_blank\">La PanotiQ\u003c/a> French bakery has the minimalist decor of a refined art gallery. Miniature, regular and the large, saucer-sized \"Runny Heart\" macarons are lined up just so alongside eclairs, cakes and other enticements in their pastry case. The Runny Heart's come in two flavors -- chocolate or salted caramel -- when you're seeking more macaron that a bite-sized portion. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.lapanotiq.com/\" target=\"_blank\">La PanotiQ\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n2470 1st St., Ste. 110 [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/0TtYE\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nLivermore, CA 94550\u003cbr>\nPh: (925) 292-1916\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Thu 8am-8pm; Fri-Sat 8am-9:30pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/La-PanotiQ-Livermore-404956503004191\" target=\"_blank\">La PanotiQ Livermore\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/lapanotiq\" target=\"_blank\">@lapanotiq\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_101361\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5989.jpg\" alt=\"Oakland City Center's Cupcake Cove also carries a small selection of Natalie's Macarons.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101361\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5989.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5989-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5989-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5989-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5989-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5989-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Oakland City Center's Cupcake Cove also carries a small selection of Natalie's Macarons. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://macaronsbynatalie.com\" target=\"_blank\">Macarons by Natalie\u003c/a> primarily focuses on catering and special orders through her website, but you can also find at least five daily flavors for sale in Oakland City Center's \u003ca href=\"http://www.thecupcakecove.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Cupcake Cove\u003c/a>. Thai tea, Rice Krispies, mint chip, cookie & cream and Earl Grey were in the case on a recent visit, and if you buy 5, you get one free. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://macaronsbynatalie.com\" target=\"_blank\">Macarons by Natalie\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nCupcake Cove\u003cbr>\n500 12th St., Ste 136 [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/iskXiJMy16p\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94607\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 386-9476\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 11am-6pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/macaronsbynatalie\" target=\"_blank\">Macarons by Natalie\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/nataliemacarons\" target=\"_blank\">@nataliemacarons\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100818\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52581.jpg\" alt=\"Feel Good Bakery touts the gluten-free ingredients of these almond flour-based desserts.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100818\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52581.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52581-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52581-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52581-1440x810.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52581-1180x664.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52581-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Feel Good Bakery touts the gluten-free ingredients of these almond-based desserts \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Coated with sprinkles or nuts and filled with a rich cream, \u003ca href=\"http://feelgoodbakery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Feel Good Bakery's\u003c/a> macarons are denser and more substantial than your usual macaron; they're closer in texture to small whoopie pies. It's worth taking advantage of their baker's dozen special -- especially if they have wonderful seasonal flavors like fig available. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cp>When I used to walk into even the most elegant pastry shop and ask for something without gluten, I was lucky to be offered a “gluten-free” almond or coconut macaroon, which was cozied up in the case right next to conventional muffins, scones and cookies. The problem for the \u003ca href=\"http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/gluten-free-diet/art-20048530?_ga=1.262680523.690883551.1456637465\" target=\"_blank\">increasing number of customers who avoid gluten\u003c/a> by choice or necessity is that these treats will most likely be prepared in a kitchen which is enveloped by wheat flour: on pans, on hands and in the air. That cross-contamination is too risky for those with extreme allergies or celiac disease, because, for them, even the tiniest bit of wheat can trigger a dangerous allergic reaction.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I have been following a g/f diet for about 15 years, due to a wheat-intolerance. In the old days, there were slim pickings: crumbly, Styrofoam-esque breads, and dry takes on token sweet treats. But oh, how things changed in the last few years! While most local markets now carry a range of g/f frozen breads and packaged cookies, even the finest frozen baked good cannot compare to fragrant, warm muffins, pastries or rolls right out of the oven.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>A handful of “dedicated gluten-free bakeries”—where everything is prepared in completely gluten-free kitchens—now encircle the Bay Area, so whether you live in San Francisco, the East Bay, the South Bay, Marin or the San Ramon Valley, you are not far from freshly baked moist muffins, decadent desserts, killer cupcakes or satisfying sandwich breads that you can trust are 100% gluten-free.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>A side benefit is that all five bakeries also cater to customers with an array of additional allergies and diet preferences, so patrons with a sensitivity to dairy, eggs, soy or nuts or those who follow vegan or Paleo diets can blissfully munch on sinfully-satisfying brownies, scones, cinnamon rolls, cupcakes, cookies, pies and breads. All five bakeries also make and decorate special-order cakes -- enabling weddings, holiday dinners and kids’ birthday parties to be accessible and enjoyable for all. (Prices vary, but generally cakes run about $35, breads from $8-$10, muffins and donuts $3-$4, cookies $1-$2.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Since each bakery carries scores of sweet and savory products, I couldn’t possibly sample them all (though goodness knows I tried!) but I list a few of my favorites below. You can check out their websites for a full listing, but better yet, stop in for a visit and conduct your own tasting of gourmet gluten-free goodies.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[gallery type=\"slideshow\" link=\"none\" size=\"full\" ids=\"101455,101457,101454,101452,101453,101456\"]\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>Mariposa\u003c/h3>\n\u003cp>“Mariposa” is Spanish for “butterfly” and founder Patti Furey Crane picked the name because the transformation that a butterfly goes through reflects the way that “many people who adopt a gluten-free lifestyle transform their lives through food.” Her bakery is the godmother of Bay Area dedicated g/f bakeries. It’s the oldest and largest g/f bakery with two locations: Oakland’s Temescal District and San Francisco’s Ferry Building. But it all happened by accident. Crane never planned to open a bakery café at all. In 2002, after she was diagnosed with MS and researched what she could do to calm the symptoms of her autoimmune condition, she read about eliminating gluten from her diet. The few g/f products she found at the time were, she remembers, “mass-produced, bland, with a texture that wasn’t right.” Since she had baked a lot with her mother as a little girl, she set about converting some tried-and-true recipes (like biscotti and brownies) to g/f versions to sell at natural food markets. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Crane started making her wholesale baked goods in a shared kitchen. When she needed more space and found the Telegraph Avenue location in 2006, it was zoned for retail. She was forced to comply by becoming a retail outlet and Crane and her husband duly installed a counter, but not much else. There was no signage and their door was a heavy, steel contraption. It’s a wonder that her customers managed to find Mariposa, but when they did, they were not shy about offering suggestions of what she should add to her line. “The business stemmed from customer cravings,” says Crane, “including me, too, since I’m a consumer and I have my own cravings.” Mariposa now produces more than 70 items and Crane is always looking to add new things.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Her multi-grain bread has a complex flavor/texture profile with a blend of flours, plus flax and sunflower seeds. The delightful cream-filled Penguino cupcake contains no known allergens but an intensely fudgy flavor. My family loves Mariposa’s seasonal fruit galette, a dessert elegant enough for company, with its balance of delicate crust, tangy fruit and crunch of sugar sprinkled on top. The Oakland location now has a pleasant café with plenty of seating, while the Ferry Building Bakeshop, added in 2012, is more of a to-go spot. For breakfast, try a bagel, cinnamon roll, Danish or pumpkin muffin. Lunch features a selection of pizza, sandwiches, empanadas and more.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.mariposabaking.com\" target=\"_blank\">Mariposa\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n5427 Telegraph Ave., Unit 3D [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/6Ph0yk\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94609\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 595-0955\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm; Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 10am-5pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>One Ferry Building, suite 32 [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/LUHQgM\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94111\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 595-0955\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sat 8am-6pm; Sun 10am-5pm\u003cbr>\n(for both locations:)\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/MariposaBaking?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Mariposa Baking Artisan Crafted Gluten Free Bakery \u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/mariposabaking\" target=\"_blank\">@MariposaBaking\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[gallery type=\"slideshow\" link=\"none\" size=\"full\" ids=\"101445,101449,101450,101448,101447,101446\"]\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>Bacano Bakery\u003c/h3>\n\u003cp>As the youngest, local g/f bakery, Bacano celebrates its one-year birthday this month; its name is Spanish slang for cool, or very good. Founder Laverne Matias started selling his g/f goods three years ago at farmers' markets (he continues at Oakland’s \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/GrandLakeFarmersMarket\" target=\"_blank\">Grand Lake\u003c/a> and \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/temescal-farmers-market-oakland\" target=\"_blank\">Temescal\u003c/a> and San Francisco’s \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/clement-street-farmers-market-san-francisco\" target=\"_blank\">Clement\u003c/a>), then opened this cozy spot in Emeryville last September. Matias, who grew up in Puerto Rico, also baked at home with his mother. He moved to California in 2000 to become a lawyer after he was accepted into Hastings Law School, but changed his mind about that career path. Deciding he wanted something “more human,” he did a stint as head of HR for a large (conventional) baking company, then branched off on his own to develop some healthier recipes. He also studied existential psychology at JFK University and worked for three years as a licensed psychotherapist. But at the moment, his bakery/café is keeping him tuned in to people’s more earthly desires.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Matias explains his approach: “We don’t use gluten-free flour mixes. We prefer to create unique blends of gluten-free flours to complement each item. I love ancient grains such as teff, millet, sorghum and quinoa. We also use nut flours and meals like almond, coconut and hazelnut.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Bacano offers a unique bread called \"Seeds of Joy,\" which contains a complex blend of teff, sorghum and sweet rice flours sprinkled with fennel, caraway and coriander seeds. I keep it in the freezer, and toast to enjoy it with savory spreads like hummus or avocado.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I was wild about Bacano's \"Monkey Paradise\" muffins—essentially banana bread plus chocolate chips, walnuts and dried cherries—and found their fig scones divine. The De Young Museum serves another of my favorites at Bacano: their grain-free, cranberry date walnut bites, jewel-like orbs that burst with flavor.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Bacano’s cakes feature some unusual flavor combinations, including rosemary with coconut; and orange, almond and pistachio. Since they use all natural ingredients, the classic mauve roses with green foliage on the icing are colored with beet and spinach juice, respectively. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>At lunchtime, Bacano’s café offers soups, salads, quiche, pizza and sandwiches.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.bacanobakery.com\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Bacano Bakery\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1298 65\u003csup>th\u003c/sup> St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/sJSDLO\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nEmeryville, CA 94608\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 250-9751\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sat 8am-3pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/BacanoBakery?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Bacano Bakery\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"http://www.twitter.com/zestbakery\" target=\"_blank\">@BacanoBakery\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[gallery type=\"slideshow\" link=\"none\" size=\"full\" ids=\"101460,101462,101461,101464,101463,101465\"]\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>Zest Bakery\u003c/h3>\n\u003cp>This family-owned bakery in San Carlos is the only one of the five that does not announce “gluten-free” on its store front, as its scalloped green awning proclaims “organic.” But once you are inside, the baked goods in the inviting cases all sport friendly “Hi, My Name is ____” labels which clearly state that every item is indeed g/f as well as often dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free etc.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Cynthia Fleischer is the current manager, baker and co-owner. Zest began in 2009 when Fleisher’s brother-in-law, Patrick Luke, who has celiac disease, and his wife Charissa (Cynthia’s sister), started baking g/f creations at home. In 2010, they found this charming storefront in San Carlos and started their retail bakery. After Cynthia was laid off from Genentech, where she worked as a bio-process-technician, she jokes that she “traded one lab for another” and now develops new g/f recipes as well as baking the favorites that have been there since the beginning. One of these is Zest’s petite almond cake, a must-try fluffy cloud of marzipan. Another winner is their Triple Berry muffin, moist and light, with a hint of lemon and a crunchy topping.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Cynthia Fleischer claims their secret is using a combination of flours and ground seeds for their breads and pastries. When she recently found herself craving something with bacon, she devised the devilishly good bacon maple bourbon muffins.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>At lunchtime, Zest Bakery offers quiche and made-to-order sandwiches. They also have ice cream sandwiches, ravioli, unbaked pizza and pie crusts in the freezer.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.zestbakery.com\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Zest Bakery\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1224 Arroyo Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/hO0xXD\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Carlos, CA 94070\u003cbr>\nPh: (650) 241-ZEST (9378)\u003cbr>\nHours: Tue-Fri 9am-4pm; Sat 8am-4pm; Sun 8am-2pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook:\u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/zestbakery?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\"> Zest Bakery\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"http://www.twitter.com/zestbakery\" target=\"_blank\">@zestbakery\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[gallery type=\"slideshow\" link=\"none\" size=\"full\" ids=\"101470,101471,101469,101472,101468,101467\"]\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>Miglet’s\u003c/h3>\n\u003cp>Katie Taylor started baking gluten-free when her mother, Elaine Taylor was diagnosed with celiac disease. Her mother also happens to be co-founder and president of \u003ca href=\"https://ttff.org\" target=\"_blank\">The Taylor Family Foundation\u003c/a>, which runs summer camps for children with physical and mental challenges. When Katie volunteered at the summer Celiac Camp at Camp Arroyo, her sweet treats were such a big hit with the campers, that their parents encouraged her to begin making g/f birthday cakes. Katie was inspired to expand to a g/f catering business and then in 2010 opened a retail storefront, Miglet’s Cupcake shop, tucked away in the corner of Crossroads shopping center in Danville. (\"Miglet\" was Katie's childhood nickname – a combination of Piglet and Monkey.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>If you or your kids have a sweet tooth and need to eat g/f, Miglet's cupcakes, cream puffs and donuts should satisfy your cravings. Their cupcakes sport a pompadour of swirled icing and sometimes a surprise in the middle. For example, the most popular variety, vanilla salted caramel cupcakes have additional caramel piped into the center. Besides the usual chocolate and lemon flavors, Miglet’s gets creative with their combinations: strawberry margarita cupcakes with key lime frosting; piña colada donuts with pineapple chunks and toasted coconut; rocky road donuts. Be warned that their donuts sell out quickly, often by noon.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>They also bake a variety of cookies, scones and sweet breads such as pumpkin, lemon poppy seed and banana bread.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Miglet's small space focuses on baking sweet treats, but they also offer a variety of salads, chicken pot pies, mac and cheese and quiche for lunch in their cold case. And if you live near the “680 Corridor” and can’t always trek out to Oakland or Emeryville, their grocery section carries frozen loaves of Mariposa’s and Bacano’s breads plus \u003ca href=\"http://www.breadsrsly.com\" target=\"_blank\">Bread SRSLY\u003c/a>’s sourdough. There's also a selection of g/f crackers, pasta, cookies, g/f flour and other products.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.migletsgf.com/index.html\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Miglet's\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n480 San Ramon Valley Blvd. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/rhSSWI\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nDanville, CA 94526\u003cbr>\nPh: (925) 831-9016\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sat 9am-6pm; Sun 10am-5pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/migletsgf?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Miglet's Gluten Free Bakery & Grocery\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/migletsgf\" target=\"_blank\">@migletsgf\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[gallery type=\"slideshow\" link=\"none\" size=\"full\" ids=\"101474,101477,101478,101475,101476,101479\"]\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>Flour Craft Bakery\u003c/h3>\n\u003cp>If you are driving out of the city for a day hike in the North Bay, take a small detour to this lovely, light-filled bakery café in delightful downtown San Anselmo for some awesome baked goods that all happen to be gluten-free. After discovering her own severe gluten intolerance 15 years ago, Heather Hardcastle, chef and co-owner of Flour Craft Bakery, decided to change her career as well as her diet. In 2008, she studied pastry at the Culinary Institute of America in St. Helena, which naturally focused on conventional baking recipes and techniques. She then reformulated all the recipes to make them gluten-free. Her professional training is evident in the quality of her breads, pastries and desserts. Hardcastle began her g/f foray by developing a signature granola that she sold at farmers markets.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>After a crowd-funding campaign, she and her husband opened Flour Craft Bakery in 2013. “My goal is making delicious food,” says Hardcastle. “The fact that it is gluten-free is just a bonus.” The menu of breads, brioche, muffins, cookies and cakes changes monthly. For lunch, there’s quiche, quinoa salad, lentil salad and sandwiches on housemade focaccia.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I found the blackberry Earl Grey scone light and fluffy, the flourless hazelnut brownie decadent, and the marbled coffee cake with espresso glaze moist and crumbly. But the warm olive focaccia, kissed with olive oil, is one of the best things I’ve ever tasted—period. Even if you don’t have a date in Marin planned, visit Flour Craft. It’s worth the drive.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://flourcraftbakery.com\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Flour Craft Bakery\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n702 San Anselmo Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/rgOQWn\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Anselmo, CA 94960\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 453-3100\u003cbr>\nHours: Tue-Sat 7am-4pm; Sun 8am-3pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/flourcraft?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Flour Craft Bakery\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/flourcraft\" target=\"_blank\">@flourcraft\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Additional Resources:\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n\u003ca href=\"http://knowgluten.me/2013/09/13/eat-at-dedicated-gluten-free-restaurant/\" target=\"_blank\">Top Ten Reasons to Eat at a Dedicated Gluten Free Restaurant\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>Miglet’s\u003c/h3>\n\u003cp>Katie Taylor started baking gluten-free when her mother, Elaine Taylor was diagnosed with celiac disease. Her mother also happens to be co-founder and president of \u003ca href=\"https://ttff.org\" target=\"_blank\">The Taylor Family Foundation\u003c/a>, which runs summer camps for children with physical and mental challenges. When Katie volunteered at the summer Celiac Camp at Camp Arroyo, her sweet treats were such a big hit with the campers, that their parents encouraged her to begin making g/f birthday cakes. Katie was inspired to expand to a g/f catering business and then in 2010 opened a retail storefront, Miglet’s Cupcake shop, tucked away in the corner of Crossroads shopping center in Danville. (\"Miglet\" was Katie's childhood nickname – a combination of Piglet and Monkey.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>If you or your kids have a sweet tooth and need to eat g/f, Miglet's cupcakes, cream puffs and donuts should satisfy your cravings. Their cupcakes sport a pompadour of swirled icing and sometimes a surprise in the middle. For example, the most popular variety, vanilla salted caramel cupcakes have additional caramel piped into the center. Besides the usual chocolate and lemon flavors, Miglet’s gets creative with their combinations: strawberry margarita cupcakes with key lime frosting; piña colada donuts with pineapple chunks and toasted coconut; rocky road donuts. Be warned that their donuts sell out quickly, often by noon.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>They also bake a variety of cookies, scones and sweet breads such as pumpkin, lemon poppy seed and banana bread.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Miglet's small space focuses on baking sweet treats, but they also offer a variety of salads, chicken pot pies, mac and cheese and quiche for lunch in their cold case. And if you live near the “680 Corridor” and can’t always trek out to Oakland or Emeryville, their grocery section carries frozen loaves of Mariposa’s and Bacano’s breads plus \u003ca href=\"http://www.breadsrsly.com\" target=\"_blank\">Bread SRSLY\u003c/a>’s sourdough. There's also a selection of g/f crackers, pasta, cookies, g/f flour and other products.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.migletsgf.com/index.html\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Miglet's\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n480 San Ramon Valley Blvd. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/rhSSWI\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nDanville, CA 94526\u003cbr>\nPh: (925) 831-9016\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sat 9am-6pm; Sun 10am-5pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/migletsgf?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Miglet's Gluten Free Bakery & Grocery\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/migletsgf\" target=\"_blank\">@migletsgf\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cp>Flaky, buttery, crispy with a pillowy soft interior -- warm croissants fresh from the oven accompanied with a large bowl of \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caf%C3%A9_au_lait\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">café au lait\u003c/a> \u003c/em> are the classic components of a \u003cem>petit déjeuner\u003c/em>, or a small French breakfast (although they're actually an \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Viennoiserie\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">adaptation of a Viennese pastry\u003c/a>).\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[contextly_sidebar id=\"VZLjVYJi5VTNDPovHeyWeFCSMz0Hxn70\"]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Francophiles living in the East Bay are fortunate to have several delightful French bakeries to satisfy their pastry fix, and these are worth traveling to if you live outside of the area. Let us know your favorites in the comments.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>Best Breakfast-in-a-Croissant\u003c/h3>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100724\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100724\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5359.jpg\" alt=\"The magnificent ham-and-cheese croissant from Fournée Bakery.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1083\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5359.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5359-400x226.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5359-800x451.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5359-1440x812.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5359-1180x666.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5359-960x542.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The magnificent ham-and-cheese croissant from Fournée Bakery. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/fourn%C3%A9e-bakery-berkeley\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fournée Bakery\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n2912 Domingo Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/Edf95\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, CA 94705\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 549-9434\u003cbr>\nHours: Tue-Fri 7am-7pm; Sat 7:30am-7pm; Sun 8am-3pm; Mon 8am-7pm\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>After spending several weeks in France this summer, I helped stave off my croissant withdrawal by heading over to \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/fourn%C3%A9e-bakery-berkeley\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fournée Bakery\u003c/a>. They have a bountiful and magnificent buffet of picture-perfect croissants that rival what you'd find in Paris: traditional, ham-and-Manchego, roasted tomato-and-goat cheese and more (along with all of their fine breads, sandwiches, pizzas and glorious desserts). But their ham-and-egg croissant, with the meaty accoutrements baked into its center, is a truly inspired creation. It's all you need (plus coffee, of course) for a gourmet continental breakfast.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>Best Croissant du Jour\u003c/h3>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100754\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100754\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52561.jpg\" alt=\"Crispian Bakery's specialty croissant is guaranteed to give you a sugar high.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52561.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52561-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52561-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52561-1440x810.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52561-1180x664.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52561-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Crispian Bakery's specialty croissant is guaranteed to give you a sugar high. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>New to Alameda, \u003ca href=\"http://www.crispianbakery.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crispian Bakery\u003c/a> opened up its doors this past August and offers a fine array of baked goods -- including several tantalizing croissants. While you could opt for butter, \u003cem>pain au chocolat\u003c/em>, almond, or ham-and-cheese, their specialty croissant (which varies daily) is quite often their standout offering. On a recent visit, an almond-chocolate-pear confection dusted with powdered sugar was a sublime trifecta of sweet flavors.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.crispianbakery.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crispian Bakery\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n1700 Park St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/yuztJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nAlameda, CA 94501\u003cbr>\nPh: 510-239-4751\u003cbr>\nHours: Tue-Sat 7am-7pm; Sun 7am-3pm; Closed Mondays\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/crispianbakery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crispian Bakery\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/crispianbakery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@Crispian Bakery\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>Best Pain aux Raisins\u003c/h3>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100722\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100722\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_54661.jpg\" alt=\"The pain aux raisins (with or without almonds) from Casse-Croûte are a golden brown, butterific treat.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_54661.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_54661-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_54661-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_54661-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_54661-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_54661-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The pain aux raisins (with or without almonds) from Casse-Croûte are a golden brown, butterific treat. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Richard and Lenore Denoix, the husband-and-wife owners of \u003ca href=\"http://www.c-cbakery.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Casse-Croûte Bakery\u003c/a>, pride themselves on the wide range of artisanal breads and food they produce at their Livermore establishment. Three years ago, after retiring from their previous careers and with Richard yearning for a return to his French roots, they opened the doors to their bakery. Their nearly plate-sized \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pain_aux_raisins\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pain aux raisins\u003c/a>\u003c/em> (with or without almonds) is big enough for two, depending on how hungry you are. It's a crunchy, golden brown pastry that's oozing with loads of sugar and butter.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.c-cbakery.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Casse-Croûte Bakery\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n50 S. Livermore Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/1yJp2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nLivermore, CA 94550\u003cbr>\nPh: (925) 455-3048\u003cbr>\nHours: Tue-Fri 7am-3pm; Sat-Sun 8am-3pm; Closed Mondays\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/cassecroutebakery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Casse-Croûte Bakery\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>Best Unconventional Croissant\u003c/h3>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_101350\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-101350\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5690.jpg\" alt=\"Starter Bakery's pretzel croissant marries the best flavors of both foods.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5690.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5690-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5690-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5690-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5690-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5690-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Starter Bakery's pretzel croissant marries the best flavors of both foods. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>While \u003ca href=\"http://starterbakery.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Starter Bakery\u003c/a> doesn't have a brick-and-mortar location, their delicious pastries (such as their signature \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kouign-amann\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">kouign amann\u003c/a>\u003c/em>), quiches, granola and other foodstuffs can be found at \u003ca href=\"http://starterbakery.com/contact/#contactusform\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">multiple retail locations throughout the Bay Area\u003c/a>. Visit either the Grand Lake, Temescal or Montclair farmers' markets if you want to choose from a broader selection of croissants: almond, chocolate, cinnamon roll, butter, ham and cheese or spinach feta. They've also got twice-baked croissants that are heated for a bit, then sliced in half and stuffed full with extra almonds, chocolate or ham and cheese, and returned to the oven to bake some more until crispy. A recent visit to the Grand Lake farmers' market discovered a hybrid gem -- a pretzel croissant -- which married the sour tang of a pretzel with the buttery light layers of a croissant.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://starterbakery.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Starter Bakery\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n1552 Beach Street (Wholesale Inquiries) [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/hWLpvoXwY3z\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94608\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 547-6400\u003cbr>\nHours: Sat 9am-2pm (Grand Lake Farmers' Market); Sun 9am-1pm (Temescal and Montclair Farmers' Markets)\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/starterbakery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Starter Bakery\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/starterbakery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@starterbakery\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>Best Fruit-Filled Croissant\u003c/h3>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100747\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100747\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/farine.jpg\" alt=\"La Farine's chocolatine and "heart-healthy" apple walnut croissant.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/farine.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/farine-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/farine-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/farine-1440x810.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/farine-1180x664.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/farine-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">La Farine's chocolatine and \"heart-healthy\" apple walnut croissant. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>With three locations in Oakland, \u003ca href=\"http://www.lafarine.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">La Farine\u003c/a> has passed down from its founder to two subsequent generations of proprietors. The original location has been open on College Avenue since 1977 and has a loyal clientele for their morning buns and other French \u003cem>boulangerie\u003c/em> items. A hand-painted sign outside that welcomes customers into their quaint storefront jokingly assures that their delectable apple walnut croissant will \"keep the doctor away.\" If you'd like a naughtier version, try their \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"http://www.lafarine.com/pastries/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">chocolatine\u003c/a>\u003c/em>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.lafarine.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">La Farine\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n6323 College Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/1j1ah\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94618\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 654-0338\u003cbr>\nHours: Everyday 7:30am-7pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/LaFarine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">La Farine\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/LaFarineBakery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@LaFarineBakery\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>Flaky, buttery, crispy with a pillowy soft interior -- warm croissants fresh from the oven accompanied with a large bowl of \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caf%C3%A9_au_lait\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">café au lait\u003c/a> \u003c/em> are the classic components of a \u003cem>petit déjeuner\u003c/em>, or a small French breakfast (although they're actually an \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Viennoiserie\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">adaptation of a Viennese pastry\u003c/a>).\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Francophiles living in the East Bay are fortunate to have several delightful French bakeries to satisfy their pastry fix, and these are worth traveling to if you live outside of the area. Let us know your favorites in the comments.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>Best Breakfast-in-a-Croissant\u003c/h3>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100724\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100724\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5359.jpg\" alt=\"The magnificent ham-and-cheese croissant from Fournée Bakery.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1083\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5359.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5359-400x226.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5359-800x451.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5359-1440x812.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5359-1180x666.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5359-960x542.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The magnificent ham-and-cheese croissant from Fournée Bakery. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/fourn%C3%A9e-bakery-berkeley\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fournée Bakery\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n2912 Domingo Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/Edf95\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, CA 94705\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 549-9434\u003cbr>\nHours: Tue-Fri 7am-7pm; Sat 7:30am-7pm; Sun 8am-3pm; Mon 8am-7pm\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>After spending several weeks in France this summer, I helped stave off my croissant withdrawal by heading over to \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/fourn%C3%A9e-bakery-berkeley\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fournée Bakery\u003c/a>. They have a bountiful and magnificent buffet of picture-perfect croissants that rival what you'd find in Paris: traditional, ham-and-Manchego, roasted tomato-and-goat cheese and more (along with all of their fine breads, sandwiches, pizzas and glorious desserts). But their ham-and-egg croissant, with the meaty accoutrements baked into its center, is a truly inspired creation. It's all you need (plus coffee, of course) for a gourmet continental breakfast.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>Best Croissant du Jour\u003c/h3>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100754\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100754\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52561.jpg\" alt=\"Crispian Bakery's specialty croissant is guaranteed to give you a sugar high.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52561.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52561-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52561-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52561-1440x810.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52561-1180x664.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52561-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Crispian Bakery's specialty croissant is guaranteed to give you a sugar high. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>New to Alameda, \u003ca href=\"http://www.crispianbakery.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crispian Bakery\u003c/a> opened up its doors this past August and offers a fine array of baked goods -- including several tantalizing croissants. While you could opt for butter, \u003cem>pain au chocolat\u003c/em>, almond, or ham-and-cheese, their specialty croissant (which varies daily) is quite often their standout offering. On a recent visit, an almond-chocolate-pear confection dusted with powdered sugar was a sublime trifecta of sweet flavors.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.crispianbakery.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crispian Bakery\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n1700 Park St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/yuztJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nAlameda, CA 94501\u003cbr>\nPh: 510-239-4751\u003cbr>\nHours: Tue-Sat 7am-7pm; Sun 7am-3pm; Closed Mondays\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/crispianbakery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crispian Bakery\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/crispianbakery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@Crispian Bakery\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>Best Pain aux Raisins\u003c/h3>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100722\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100722\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_54661.jpg\" alt=\"The pain aux raisins (with or without almonds) from Casse-Croûte are a golden brown, butterific treat.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_54661.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_54661-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_54661-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_54661-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_54661-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_54661-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The pain aux raisins (with or without almonds) from Casse-Croûte are a golden brown, butterific treat. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Richard and Lenore Denoix, the husband-and-wife owners of \u003ca href=\"http://www.c-cbakery.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Casse-Croûte Bakery\u003c/a>, pride themselves on the wide range of artisanal breads and food they produce at their Livermore establishment. Three years ago, after retiring from their previous careers and with Richard yearning for a return to his French roots, they opened the doors to their bakery. Their nearly plate-sized \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pain_aux_raisins\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pain aux raisins\u003c/a>\u003c/em> (with or without almonds) is big enough for two, depending on how hungry you are. It's a crunchy, golden brown pastry that's oozing with loads of sugar and butter.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.c-cbakery.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Casse-Croûte Bakery\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n50 S. Livermore Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/1yJp2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nLivermore, CA 94550\u003cbr>\nPh: (925) 455-3048\u003cbr>\nHours: Tue-Fri 7am-3pm; Sat-Sun 8am-3pm; Closed Mondays\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/cassecroutebakery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Casse-Croûte Bakery\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>Best Unconventional Croissant\u003c/h3>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_101350\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-101350\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5690.jpg\" alt=\"Starter Bakery's pretzel croissant marries the best flavors of both foods.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5690.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5690-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5690-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5690-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5690-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5690-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Starter Bakery's pretzel croissant marries the best flavors of both foods. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>While \u003ca href=\"http://starterbakery.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Starter Bakery\u003c/a> doesn't have a brick-and-mortar location, their delicious pastries (such as their signature \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kouign-amann\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">kouign amann\u003c/a>\u003c/em>), quiches, granola and other foodstuffs can be found at \u003ca href=\"http://starterbakery.com/contact/#contactusform\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">multiple retail locations throughout the Bay Area\u003c/a>. Visit either the Grand Lake, Temescal or Montclair farmers' markets if you want to choose from a broader selection of croissants: almond, chocolate, cinnamon roll, butter, ham and cheese or spinach feta. They've also got twice-baked croissants that are heated for a bit, then sliced in half and stuffed full with extra almonds, chocolate or ham and cheese, and returned to the oven to bake some more until crispy. A recent visit to the Grand Lake farmers' market discovered a hybrid gem -- a pretzel croissant -- which married the sour tang of a pretzel with the buttery light layers of a croissant.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://starterbakery.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Starter Bakery\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n1552 Beach Street (Wholesale Inquiries) [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/hWLpvoXwY3z\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94608\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 547-6400\u003cbr>\nHours: Sat 9am-2pm (Grand Lake Farmers' Market); Sun 9am-1pm (Temescal and Montclair Farmers' Markets)\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/starterbakery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Starter Bakery\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/starterbakery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@starterbakery\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch3>Best Fruit-Filled Croissant\u003c/h3>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100747\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100747\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/farine.jpg\" alt=\"La Farine's chocolatine and "heart-healthy" apple walnut croissant.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/farine.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/farine-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/farine-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/farine-1440x810.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/farine-1180x664.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/farine-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">La Farine's chocolatine and \"heart-healthy\" apple walnut croissant. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>With three locations in Oakland, \u003ca href=\"http://www.lafarine.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">La Farine\u003c/a> has passed down from its founder to two subsequent generations of proprietors. The original location has been open on College Avenue since 1977 and has a loyal clientele for their morning buns and other French \u003cem>boulangerie\u003c/em> items. A hand-painted sign outside that welcomes customers into their quaint storefront jokingly assures that their delectable apple walnut croissant will \"keep the doctor away.\" If you'd like a naughtier version, try their \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"http://www.lafarine.com/pastries/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">chocolatine\u003c/a>\u003c/em>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.lafarine.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">La Farine\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n6323 College Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/1j1ah\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94618\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 654-0338\u003cbr>\nHours: Everyday 7:30am-7pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/LaFarine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">La Farine\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/LaFarineBakery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@LaFarineBakery\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Pastries $10 and under)\u003c/p>\n\n\u003c/div>\u003c/p>",
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"content": "\u003cp>Earlier this year, the Onion ran an article titled “\u003ca href=\"http://www.theonion.com/article/restaurant-gives-totally-unwanted-twist-to-mexican-38088\" target=\"_blank\">Restaurant Gives Totally Unwanted Twist To Mexican Cuisine\u003c/a>.” The location stamp? Berkeley, California. As any Bay Area resident knows, that article was far from satire. Thanks to a combination of a diverse population and a constant quest to find the next zeitgeisty food trend, the Bay Area has an abundance of food mashups: some good, some bad, some completely misguided. From Korean tacos to Indian pizza, here’s a roundup of five of my favorites; let us know yours in the comments.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[gallery type=\"slideshow\" size=\"full\" ids=\"100737,100739,100738\"]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Indian pizza may not be authentically Indian or Italian, but it’s definitely a Bay Area original with restaurants from Fremont to Berkeley offering Indian-influenced pies. In San Francisco, the most popular is \u003ca href=\"http://www.zantepizza.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Zante’s\u003c/a>, whose owner Dalvinder Multani is said to have have invented Indian pizza in 1986.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Zante’s was closed when I made the trek out to Bernal Heights (but they do offer free delivery within San Francisco,) so I tried out newcomer Namaste Pizza in North Oakland which has been open for about six months. We tried the Tikka Masala pizza with paneer (other options included the “Tandoorilicious” or “Mango Monsoon”) and were pleasantly surprised by the quality of the ingredients: thick chunks of well-spiced, bright orange chicken; creamy, salty paneer and a generous amount of tomatoes and cilantro.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The crust is the opposite of the naan-thin, blistered Italian-style popular at fancy pizza places around the bay. It's crispy, but thick and hearty enough to withstand the heavy ingredients piled on top. It seemed like there was a layer of mozzarella, whose decidedly non-Indian flavor initially seemed a little strange in conjunction with the other toppings, but ended up serving as a solid base for the piles of well seasoned toppings. Ultimately, Namaste was a success, a pleasantly decadent compromise when some people want Indian and others want pizza. Their current promotion was an added bonus: any large pizza that you pick up comes with a free order of their mint bread, a spicy and cheesy snack.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.namastepizza.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Namaste Pizza\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n5942 San Pablo Avenue [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/O3B7t\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94608\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 601-1100\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon 4:00pm-10:00pm; Closed Tue; Wed-Thu 4:00pm-10:00pm; Fri-Sat 11:00am-10:30pm; Sun 11:00am-10:00pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/namastepizza\" target=\"_blank\">Namaste Pizza\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/namastepizza510\" target=\"_blank\">@NamastePizza510\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$$ Entrees ($18-$24)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[gallery type=\"slideshow\" size=\"full\" ids=\"100734,100735,100736\"]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In 2008, Peter Yen trademarked the unique name \"Sushiritto\" and opened his first store in 2011. It was born of Yen’s simple desire: a quicker way to eat sushi. Now his concept has expanded to four official Sushiritto restaurants, with three in San Francisco and one in Palo Alto. Marrying the two seems like an odd choice at first; sushi is typically consumed in smaller quantities, appealingly minimalist in its ingredients and whether deserved or not, has a reputation as a healthier-than-most meal choice. Burritos, on the other hand, will always be overstuffed and indulgent. But the combination appears to be successful, as eight people came into the tiny Soma location while I was placing my order and formed a line that stretched out the door.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>A Satori sushi burrito seemed like it featured ingredients closest to those found in traditional rolls: yellowtail, cucumber, and tobiko. Wrapped in seaweed, it tasted fine for the most part, but the inclusion of roe and corn was off-putting. I preferred the more decadent Sumo Crunch. The farthest from a traditional roll, this was stuffed with shrimp tempura, Surimi crab, and “ginger guac.” It had a satisfying crunch and an almost crab cake-like taste, and the sheer amount of ingredients justified the $11 price tag.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.sushirrito.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Sushirrito\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n59 New Montgomery Street [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/YB1Jx\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94105\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 495-7655\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Thu, 11:00am–4pm; Closed Sat and Sun\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sushirrito/168065739903897\" target=\"_blank\">Sushirrito\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/sushirrito\" target=\"_blank\">@Sushirrito\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[gallery type=\"slideshow\" size=\"full\" ids=\"100733,100732\"]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>While most of these fusion foods gain something from being paired together--adding the delicate flavors of sushi to the convenience of a burrito, stuffing wonderfully messy Indian food into an easy-to-eat wrap--the ramen burger is a head scratcher. What, you may ask, is there to gain by replacing one carb for another: a pile of cooked ramen noodles shaped into a bun, then lightly fried? A ramen bun doesn’t add any flavor. It doesn’t elevate a mediocre burger into something greater. It seems to mainly provide something new for your Instagram followers to gawk at. If the beauty of ramen comes from the complex interplay of textures and flavors--rich, savory broth, a custardy egg, and perfectly cooked meats--why borrow arguably the weakest part of it for your fusion dish?\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>But what do I know? There are enough \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/search?find_desc=%22Ramen+Burger%22&find_loc=San+Francisco%2C+CA\" target=\"_blank\">restaurants and trucks\u003c/a> offering the dish to prove that it obviously has a following. I tried the ramen burger at R&B Cafe, a nondescript cafe off the lobby of a SOMA office building. R&B is one of those delightfully indiscriminate places that seems to have selections from every style of cuisine. Their speciality is ostensibly ramen, but they have an equally large collection of burgers (categorized as either “fancy” or “Asian”). There are Southern offerings (grits, cajun fries), Mexican options (quesadillas) and American specialties (patty melts, bacon cheese dogs). The ramen burger, which they proudly advertise as an “East Meets West” eating experience, was fine. The ramen bun was chewy, slightly crispy, and diligently absorbed the teriyaki sauce the burger was slathered with. If it intrigues you, you should try it, but I'm betting that you’ll quickly go back to eating burgers and ramen separately.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/r-and-b-cafe-san-francisco\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>R&B Cafe\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n633 Folsom Street [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/Tq5wS\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94107\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 359-6263\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri, 7:30am–3pm; Closed Sat-Sun\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (entrees under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[gallery type=\"slideshow\" size=\"full\" ids=\"100731,100729,100730\"]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Many of the Yelp reviews for North Berkeley’s Urban Turbann compare it to an Indian Chipotle. (\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/urbann-turbann-berkeley-2?q=Chipotle\" target=\"_blank\">159 of the 353\u003c/a> total reviews, in fact.) It’s easy to make the comparison: both offer burritos and bowls piled high with meats and vegetables and emphasize the quality of their ingredients. But Urban Turbann’s slightly gimmicky concept belies the extremely high-quality Indian food this tiny restaurant is preparing daily. Naan is fried in a 1000 degree tandoor in front of you. A giant vat of chutney simmers on a stove. The workers quickly wrap gigantic burritos with enough speed to rival their counterparts in the Mission.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Tandoori chicken with potatoes wrapped in naan had well-seasoned, tender and juicy chicken complimented by a refreshing dollop of raita. Vegetarian options were equally satisfying. The vegetables and paneer wrapped in roti was a messy, five-napkin affair; its spicy tomato sauce added an intense, flavorful kick. Both wraps were huge, more than enough for two meals. And with prices less than $10, they’re a bargain.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.urbannturbann.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Urbann Turbann\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1870 Euclid Avenue [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/Yz8Ud\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, CA 94709\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sat, 11:30am–8:30pm; Sat 12:00pm–8pm; Closed Sun\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Urbann-Turbann-108342199184003/timeline/\" target=\"_blank\">Urbann Turbann\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/urbannturbann\" target=\"_blank\">@urbannturbann\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (entrees under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[gallery type=\"slideshow\" size=\"full\" ids=\"100728,100727\"]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Korean tacos have been an established trend for a few years now, ever since popular LA food truck helmed by celebrity chef Roy Choi -- \u003ca href=\"http://kogibbq.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Kogi Korean BBQ\u003c/a> -- debuted their tacos in 2009. (Kogi went on to gross $2 million that first year.) The concept, the subject of many trend pieces, quickly spread to other urban areas where people like to wait in line for fashionable food: Austin, Portland, and yes, the Bay Area. There's \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/search?find_desc=korean+taco&find_loc=San+Francisco%2C+CA\" target=\"_blank\">a few local spots\u003c/a> serving up the Easternized tacos, which typically feature pork belly, bulgogi-like steak and lots of kimchi. One of the most worthy versions is served at Oakland’s Belly, which specializes in unconventional fillings for tacos and burritos: steak and eggs, tempura shrimp and fried tofu. (They’re also one of the \u003ca href=\"http://www.eastbayexpress.com/oakland/the-search-for-a-california-burrito-leads-to-an-office-park-in-alameda/Content?oid=4489243\" target=\"_blank\">few places \u003c/a>in the Bay Area where you can get a riceless and fry-stuffed “Cali Burrito.”) Their Belly taco features incredibly tender beef marinated in \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mirin\" target=\"_blank\">mirin\u003c/a>, soy sauce and a selection of spices. Rice adds bulk and heft, a “Korean slaw” adds crunch, but a bright orange kimchi aioli adds only the mildest fermented kick--I wish it had more distinctive kimchi funk.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.bellyuptown.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Belly\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1901 San Pablo Avenue [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/wjJUv\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94612\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 839-0000\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sat, 11am–9pm; Closed Sun\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/bellyuptown\" target=\"_blank\">Belly\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/bellyuptown\" target=\"_blank\">@BellyUptown\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: Between $-$$ Entrees (entrees under $11)\u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>While most of these fusion foods gain something from being paired together--adding the delicate flavors of sushi to the convenience of a burrito, stuffing wonderfully messy Indian food into an easy-to-eat wrap--the ramen burger is a head scratcher. What, you may ask, is there to gain by replacing one carb for another: a pile of cooked ramen noodles shaped into a bun, then lightly fried? A ramen bun doesn’t add any flavor. It doesn’t elevate a mediocre burger into something greater. It seems to mainly provide something new for your Instagram followers to gawk at. If the beauty of ramen comes from the complex interplay of textures and flavors--rich, savory broth, a custardy egg, and perfectly cooked meats--why borrow arguably the weakest part of it for your fusion dish?\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>But what do I know? There are enough \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/search?find_desc=%22Ramen+Burger%22&find_loc=San+Francisco%2C+CA\" target=\"_blank\">restaurants and trucks\u003c/a> offering the dish to prove that it obviously has a following. I tried the ramen burger at R&B Cafe, a nondescript cafe off the lobby of a SOMA office building. R&B is one of those delightfully indiscriminate places that seems to have selections from every style of cuisine. Their speciality is ostensibly ramen, but they have an equally large collection of burgers (categorized as either “fancy” or “Asian”). There are Southern offerings (grits, cajun fries), Mexican options (quesadillas) and American specialties (patty melts, bacon cheese dogs). The ramen burger, which they proudly advertise as an “East Meets West” eating experience, was fine. The ramen bun was chewy, slightly crispy, and diligently absorbed the teriyaki sauce the burger was slathered with. If it intrigues you, you should try it, but I'm betting that you’ll quickly go back to eating burgers and ramen separately.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/r-and-b-cafe-san-francisco\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>R&B Cafe\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n633 Folsom Street [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/Tq5wS\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94107\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 359-6263\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri, 7:30am–3pm; Closed Sat-Sun\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (entrees under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cp>Whole animal butchery has gotten popular in recent years as part of our growing attention to what constitutes sustainable food systems. That has prompted a spate of new butcher shops, but running a butchery isn't easy -- as evidenced by the fact that the popular \u003ca href=\"http://4505meats.com/\" target=\"_blank\">4505 Meats\u003c/a> had to close its butchery doors earlier this summer. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Yes, you can still buy 4505 wholesale sausages or sandwiches at the farmers' market. And yes, Belcampo did take over the butcher shop location. But that doesn't mean it's easy to ensure the kind of high-quality, locally-sourced, sustainable meat we all love at prices we can actually afford -- and that the shops can afford to sell it at.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>It can all get a little confusing. Some places outsource to their favorite ranches. Others operate the farms themselves. Some focus on pasture-raised meat. Others want hormone-free products. If you're not sure what to eat for dinner, then start with some of our favorite butcher shops. If we missed your favorite, then share it in the comments below.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[gallery type=\"slideshow\" size=\"full\" link=\"none\" ids=\"100151,100152,100153,100156,100154,100155,100157\"]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Since 1901, there's been a butcher shop at 235 Cortland Avenue in Bernal Heights. For the last eight years that shop's been \u003cstrong>Avedano's Meats\u003c/strong>. It's owned by three women who were planning to open a restaurant, but instead wanted to bring fresh local meat directly to the community. The focus is on pasture-raised meat from small farms, and the shop has relationships with specific farmers for each of its animals -- for example, Avedano's pork comes from \u003ca href=\"http://llanoseco.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Llano Seco Rancho\u003c/a> in Chico. They work with whole animals, which are delivered weekly, and they also make pastrami, pates, and sausages. (There are even some dog treats. After all, the \u003cem>whole\u003c/em> animal has to get used somehow.) You can reserve special orders or buy a meat box. The shop has also started doing butcher's dinners in the private dining room next door. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://avedanos.com/newSite/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Avedano's Meats\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n235 Cortland Avenue [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/heCpYf\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94110\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 285-6328\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 11am-8pm; Sat 9am-8pm; Sun 11am-6pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/Avedanos-Holly-Park-Market/361391073012\" target=\"_blank\">Avedano's Holly Park Market\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/avedanos\" target=\"_blank\">@Avedanos\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://instagram.com/avedanos/\" target=\"_blank\">Avedanos\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[gallery type=\"slideshow\" size=\"full\" link=\"none\" ids=\"100160,100165,100161,100162,100163,100164,100166\"]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Belcampo Meat Co.\u003c/strong> has burst onto the scene in the last few years with seven restaurants/butcheries in California -- and four are in the Bay Area. The whole enterprise started in 2012 with an idea for a top-to-bottom meat provider. All the animals served in Belcampo come from the company's own farm near Mt. Shasta, where the rabbits, quail, chickens, and cows live in humane conditions. The farm-to-fork traceability means that Belcampo also owns and operates its own slaughterhouse 15 minutes away from its farm and runs the butcher shops where the meat is hand-cut. At most locations, you can buy fresh cuts of meat in the front and lunch or dinner at the restaurant in the back. Because Belcampo uses so many non-traditional cuts and focuses on freshness, you might need to ask the butcher or the waiter about what's best and what's in stock.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.belcampomeatco.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Belcampo Meat Co.\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n2405 Larkspur Landing Circle, Building 4 [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/2zRMX1\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nLarkspur, CA 94939\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 488-5810\u003cbr>\nHours: Butchery - Mon-Sat 9am-7pm; Sun 9am-6pm / Restaurant - Daily 11am-9pm, Closed 4pm-5pm\u003cbr>\n1909 Mission Street [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/hq31lO\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94103\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 914-0637\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 11am-8pm; Sat-Sun 10am-7pm\u003cbr>\n1998 Polk Street [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/QGUBh3\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94109\u003cbr>\nPh:(415) 660-5573\u003cbr>\nHours: Butchery - Daily 10am-8pm / Restaurant - Mon-Thu 11:30am-10pm; Fri 11:30am-11pm; Sat 10:30am-11pm; Sun 10:30am-9pm, Closed Daily 3pm-5:30pm\u003cbr>\n855 El Camino Real, #161 [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/X7cUKY\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPalo Alto, CA 94301\u003cbr>\nPh: (650) 561-3492\u003cbr>\nHours: Butchery - Mon-Sat 10am-7pm; Sun 10am-6pm / Restaurant - Mon-Sat 11am-8pm; Sun 11am-7pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/belcampomeatco\" target=\"_blank\">Bel Campo Meat Co.\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/BelcampoMeat\" target=\"_blank\">@BelcampoMeat\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://instagram.com/belcampomeatco/\" target=\"_blank\">Belcampo Meat Co\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[gallery type=\"slideshow\" link=\"none\" size=\"full\" ids=\"100167,100171,100168,100169,100172,100170\"]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Though most people refer to it just as \u003cstrong>Boccalone\u003c/strong>, the full name is Boccalone Salumeria, which tells you exactly what you need to know about this little shop. A \u003cem>salumeria\u003c/em> specializes in traditional \u003cem>salumi\u003c/em>, or Italian pork cold cuts. And \"tasty salted pig parts\" are exactly what Boccalone is all about. Its small-batch, traditional cold-curing methods take longer but are extra tasty. Stop by for some salami, sausages, a sandwich, or their famous meat cones. You can also sign up for the salami of the month club and get all that deliciousness delivered.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.boccalone.com/\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Boccalone\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nFerry Building Marketplace [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/H9KcpR\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94111\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 433-6500\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-6pm; Sat 8am-6pm; Sun 11am-5pm (Boccalone also sells at farmers' markets in San Rafael and Oakland on the weekends)\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/Boccalone/51615929043\" target=\"_blank\">Boccalone\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/boccalone\" target=\"_blank\">@boccalone\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[gallery type=\"slideshow\" link=\"none\" size=\"full\" ids=\"100175,100176,100177,100179,100178,100180\"]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>It used to be called Fairmont Meats (back in 1889), then Drewes Meats, then Drewes Brothers, then Drewes Meats again. After owner Josh Epple died in a motorcycle accident last year, the small community butcher shop became \u003cstrong>E&J Fine Meats\u003c/strong> this year. The shop isn't super fancy or super expensive; it's a straight-forward neighborhood meat shop with all the standard cuts and some slightly more unique items as well. While they can sell out of some cuts, if you call ahead you can reserve special orders. And the butchers will make every effort to find whatever it is you need. Just remember that the shop is cash only, but you can use the ATM on site.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/drewes-meats-san-francisco\" target=\"_blank\">E&J Fine Meats (formerly Drewes Brothers)\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n1706 Church Street [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/FuvycO\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94131\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 821-0515\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 10am-8pm; Sat-Sun 9am-7pm\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[gallery type=\"slideshow\" link=\"none\" size=\"full\" ids=\"100307,100303,100301,100302,100304,100305,100306\"]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Fatted Calf\u003c/strong> is both a butcher and a charcuterie with spots in Napa and in San Francisco's Hayes Valley. The shops sell pasture-raised meats, salumi, sausages, and housemade pates. The butchers prepare roasts and smoked meats as well. And in San Francisco, you can get delicious sandwiches, salads, or even a picnic plate if you want to take your tasty goodies outside. Round out your picnic with local cheeses, breads, and wines. Take a butchery class at the Napa store or a enjoy Butcher's Happy Hour (Wednesdays in San Francisco or Thursdays in Napa), where you can snack while enjoying a first-hand butchery demonstration.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.fattedcalf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Fatted Calf\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n320 Fell Street [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/YuwsBm\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94102\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 400-5614\u003cbr>\nHours: Daily 10am-8pm\u003cbr>\n644 First Street (at the Oxbow Public Market) [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/Sh1YtA\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nNapa, CA 94559\u003cbr>\nPh: (707) 256-3684\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sat 9am-7pm; Sun 10am-6pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/FattedCalf\" target=\"_blank\">Fatted Calf\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/FattedCalf?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor\" target=\"_blank\">@FattedCalf\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[gallery type=\"slideshow\" link=\"none\" size=\"full\" ids=\"100186,100181,100187,100182,100183,100184,100185\"]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>While \u003cstrong>Golden Gate Meat Company\u003c/strong> is primarily a wholesaler, with locations in San Francisco and Santa Rosa, it also operates a fairly well-stocked retail store in the Ferry Building. The meat is mostly organic, but the real draw is its massive variety. In the 40-foot display case you'll find beef, veal, pork, wild game, sausages, and smoked meats. If you're looking for something a little more exotic -- a tub of duck fat, wild board sausages, ground elk, or a special order of ostrich -- then this is the spot for you. Around the corner, Golden Gate also operates a lunch bar for hot food. Try the pastrami sandwich or the beef pot pie.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.goldengatemeatcompany.com/ggmcfb/\" target=\"_blank\">Golden Gate Meat Co.\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nFerry Building Marketplace [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/D4mrx7\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94111\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 983-7800\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 6:30am-7pm; Sat 7am-5:30pm; Sun 11am-5pm\u003cbr>\nWholesale: 550 7th Street [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/QSoSkj\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94103\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 861-3800\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/Golden-Gate-Meat-Company/159353800130?sk=timeline\" target=\"_blank\">Golden Gate Meat Company\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/GGMCFB\" target=\"_blank\">@GGMCFB\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[gallery type=\"slideshow\" link=\"none\" size=\"full\" ids=\"100189,100190,100194,100191,100192,100195,100193,100196\"]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Guerra's Quality Meats\u003c/strong> has been operating on Taraval Street since 1954 and is now run by the sons of the original butchers. It also features a deli, a fairly wide selection of grocery items, and a catering service. You can even place an order online in the afternoon and pick it up for dinner that night. All the meat is ground on site and prepared items like stocks, slaws and salads are made daily. The shop also does old-fashioned artery brining. The rotisserie chicken is a particularly popular option. While it can get crowded and busy, the staff keeps the lines moving and is happy to answer questions.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://guerrameats.com/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">Guerra Quality Meats\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n490 Taraval Street [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/5yJS9B\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94116\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 564-0585\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 9am-7pm; Sat-Sun 9am-6pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/guerrameats\" target=\"_blank\">Guerra Quality Meats\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[gallery type=\"slideshow\" size=\"full\" link=\"none\" ids=\"100202,100203,100204,100206,100207,100208,100205\"]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>The Local Butcher Shop\u003c/strong> is exactly that: a local butcher shop in North Berkeley that just celebrated its four-year anniversary. The shop was open by Monica and Aaron Rocchino to focus on sustainably raised meats all bought directly from farms within 150 miles of the shop. (You can even read \u003ca href=\"http://thelocalbutchershop.com/our-farmers/\" target=\"_blank\">about the farmers on the butchery's website\u003c/a>.) Aaron previously worked at the nearby Chez Panisse and at Rockridge's Oliveto, where he became a whole animal butchery aficionado. The Local Butcher Shop sources pasture-raised, hormone-free whole animals which allows the shop's butchers to cut creative pieces of premium meat. They also make pates, sausages, stocks, and dog food; you'll also want to try the sandwich of the day. All the butchers are trained chefs as well and can answer questions. It might make you might feel inspired to try your own hand at butchery. Take one of \u003ca href=\"http://thelocalbutchershop.com/classes/\" target=\"_blank\">the shop's classes\u003c/a> to get started.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://thelocalbutchershop.com/\" target=\"_blank\">The Local Butcher Shop\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n1600 Shattuck Ave., Suite 120 (entrance on Cedar Street) [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/nXcL19\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, CA 94709\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 845-6328\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 10am-7pm; Sat-Sun 10am-6pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/thelocalbutchershop\" target=\"_blank\">The Local Butcher Shop\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/LocalButchers\" target=\"_blank\">@LocalButchers\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://instagram.com/thelocalbutchershop/\" target=\"_blank\">The Local Butcher Shop\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[gallery type=\"slideshow\" link=\"none\" size=\"full\" ids=\"100315,100343,100347,100344,100345,100346\"]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Yes, \u003cstrong>Marin Sun Farms\u003c/strong> has a butcher shop and sandwich place in Rockridge's Market Hall, but to get the full experience you really should travel to the farm's flagship location just outside downtown Point Reyes Station. That shop serves up its local, sustainable, grass-fed meat, along with cooked-to-order burgers and sandwiches, at its restaurant. While the farm does have a wholesale business, you can also get the high-quality meat delivered fresh to you through their CSA. Or just buy a share of a whole animal and it'll be cut specifically for you. In 2014, Marin Sun Farms also bought \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2014/03/12/saving-the-local-slaughterhouse/\" target=\"_blank\">the beleaguered Petaluma slaughterhouse\u003c/a> and took over the meat processing to help ensure the integrity of its meats as they travel from farm to fork.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.marinsunfarms.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Marin Sun Farms\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n10905 Shoreline Highway [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/nDzIyh\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPoint Reyes Station, CA 94956\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 663-1800\u003cbr>\nHours: Butchery - Mon, Thu 11am-5pm; Fri-Sun 11am-7pm; Tue-Wed Closed / Restaurant - Mon, Thu 11:30am-5pm; Fri-Sun 11:30am-7pm; Tue-Wed Closed\u003cbr>\n5655 College Avenue (inside Rockridge Market Hall) [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/eAY6Sc\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94618\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 601-8997\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri 9am-8pm; Sat 9am-7pm; Sun 10am-6pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/marinsunfarms\" target=\"_blank\">Marin Sun Farms\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/marinsunfarms\" target=\"_blank\">@MarinSunFarms\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://instagram.com/marinsunfarms/\" target=\"_blank\">MarinSunFarms\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPinterest: \u003ca href=\"https://www.pinterest.com/MarinSunFarms/\" target=\"_blank\">Marin Sun Farms\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[gallery type=\"slideshow\" link=\"none\" size=\"full\" ids=\"100308,100309,100311,100312,100313,100314,100310\"]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Olivier, for whom \u003cstrong>Olivier's Butchery\u003c/strong> is named, grew up in France with a family of butchers. After moving to San Francisco, he wanted to bring that French tradition of local butchers across the ocean. Olivier's has been open since 2011 in an unassuming street in the Dogpatch neighborhood that's right by the water. Olivier still hand-picks all the animals to be served up in his shop and visits each of the ranches he works with every week. Because French traditional cuts (and old-fashioned hand tools) are part of Olivier's staple, there are often some uniquely European specialties available in the wide open fridges. While much of the meat that comes through is beef, Olivier's also makes unique spiced sausages and serves up pork, lamb, and even veal at times. Order ahead for the super-aged beef, which is aged for 100, 165 or even over 200 days -- and sells out well in advance. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://oliviersbutchery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Olivier's Butchery\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n1074 Illinois Street [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/IlIsHf\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94107\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 558-9887\u003cbr>\nHours: Tue-Fri 11am-7pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 10am-5pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Oliviers-Butchery-215945865096594/timeline/\" target=\"_blank\">Olivier's Butchery\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/frenchbutchery?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\">@frenchbutchery\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://instagram.com/frenchbutchery/\" target=\"_blank\">FrenchButchery\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[gallery type=\"slideshow\" size=\"full\" link=\"none\" ids=\"100211,100216,100214,100212,100213,100215,100217\"]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Prather Ranch is exactly what it sounds like: \u003ca href=\"http://www.pratherranch.com/\" target=\"_blank\">a ranch.\u003c/a> Located up near Mt. 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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>Whole animal butchery has gotten popular in recent years as part of our growing attention to what constitutes sustainable food systems. That has prompted a spate of new butcher shops, but running a butchery isn't easy -- as evidenced by the fact that the popular \u003ca href=\"http://4505meats.com/\" target=\"_blank\">4505 Meats\u003c/a> had to close its butchery doors earlier this summer. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Yes, you can still buy 4505 wholesale sausages or sandwiches at the farmers' market. And yes, Belcampo did take over the butcher shop location. But that doesn't mean it's easy to ensure the kind of high-quality, locally-sourced, sustainable meat we all love at prices we can actually afford -- and that the shops can afford to sell it at.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>It can all get a little confusing. Some places outsource to their favorite ranches. Others operate the farms themselves. Some focus on pasture-raised meat. Others want hormone-free products. If you're not sure what to eat for dinner, then start with some of our favorite butcher shops. If we missed your favorite, then share it in the comments below.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Olivier, for whom \u003cstrong>Olivier's Butchery\u003c/strong> is named, grew up in France with a family of butchers. After moving to San Francisco, he wanted to bring that French tradition of local butchers across the ocean. Olivier's has been open since 2011 in an unassuming street in the Dogpatch neighborhood that's right by the water. Olivier still hand-picks all the animals to be served up in his shop and visits each of the ranches he works with every week. Because French traditional cuts (and old-fashioned hand tools) are part of Olivier's staple, there are often some uniquely European specialties available in the wide open fridges. While much of the meat that comes through is beef, Olivier's also makes unique spiced sausages and serves up pork, lamb, and even veal at times. Order ahead for the super-aged beef, which is aged for 100, 165 or even over 200 days -- and sells out well in advance. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://oliviersbutchery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Olivier's Butchery\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n1074 Illinois Street [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/IlIsHf\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94107\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 558-9887\u003cbr>\nHours: Tue-Fri 11am-7pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 10am-5pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Oliviers-Butchery-215945865096594/timeline/\" target=\"_blank\">Olivier's Butchery\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/frenchbutchery?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\">@frenchbutchery\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://instagram.com/frenchbutchery/\" target=\"_blank\">FrenchButchery\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Prather Ranch is exactly what it sounds like: \u003ca href=\"http://www.pratherranch.com/\" target=\"_blank\">a ranch.\u003c/a> Located up near Mt. Shasta, they started selling meat directly to consumers at farmers' markets way back in 1997. In 2002, the \u003cstrong>Prather Ranch Meat Company\u003c/strong> was founded to sell high-quality meat in a more organized fashion. Today the retail shop in the Ferry Building has cuts from its namesake ranch, as well a few other partner ranches that meet the company's high standard -- like \u003ca href=\"http://www.oregonlamb.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Anderson Ranches\u003c/a> for all the company's lamb. Prather Ranch Meat Co. still continues to sell at farmers' markets -- \u003ca href=\"http://prmeatco.com/locate-us/\" target=\"_blank\">check the schedule\u003c/a> -- and directly to \u003ca href=\"http://prmeatco.com/restaurant-sales/\" target=\"_blank\">a number of restaurants\u003c/a>. A popular addition to its retail location, the American Eatery lunch counter always has a long line for fresh sausages, steak sandwiches, and hamburgers. If you don't want to wait, join the meat club for a standing monthly order to be delivered to your house.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://prmeatco.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Prather Ranch Meat Company\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nFerry Building Marketplace [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/fSN9RD\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94111\u003cbr>\n(Prather Ranch also sells at a range of farmers markets; \u003ca href=\"http://prmeatco.com/locate-us/\" target=\"_blank\">check the schedule\u003c/a>)\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 391-0420\u003cbr>\nHours: Butchery - Mon-Fri 10am-7pm; Sat 8am-6pm; Sun 10am-5pm / American Eatery Restaurant - Mon-Fri 7:30am-3pm; Sat 8am-4pm; Sun 9am-5pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pratherranchmeatcompany\" target=\"_blank\">Prather Ranch Meat Company\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/prmeatco\" target=\"_blank\">@PRMeatCo\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cp>I've got more of a savory tooth than a sweet one when it comes to breakfast, so I usually pass on pancakes and waffles and start scanning the menu for omelets and other egg dishes. Breakfast sandwiches -- whether on biscuits, rolls or other breads -- are one of my go-to morning items (especially if I need a portable meal), and fortunately there's plenty of delicious options available around my neighborhood. Let us know your favorites in the comments, and if you're looking for bagel-related choices, \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2014/10/14/bay-area-bites-guide-to-10-favorite-east-bay-bagels/\" target=\"_blank\">check out this previous guide\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Best Breakfast Sandwich That Will Keep Vampires at Bay\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_101017\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/stag.jpg\" alt=\"Just in case you didn't get enough aioli slathered onto your sandwich, Stag's Lunchette kindly gives you an extra dollop on the side.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101017\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/stag.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/stag-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/stag-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/stag-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/stag-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/stag-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Just in case you didn't get enough aioli slathered onto your sandwich, Stag's Lunchette kindly gives you an extra dollop on the side. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The retro-hunting lodge-cum-antiques shop vibe is strong at \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/STAGSLUNCHETTE\" target=\"_blank\">Stag's Lunchette\u003c/a>, but its comfort food menu is a modern take on classic American sandwiches. While the menu changes weekly (check \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/STAGSLUNCHETTE\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook\u003c/a> or \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/stagslunchette\" target=\"_blank\">Twitter \u003c/a>for updates), their tasty breakfast sandwich usually makes an appearance. The oil-poached egg with melted Gruyère cheese and a smattering of greens piled on top of a soft brioche roll is held together by a rich helping of garlicky aioli. You can add bacon or smoked trout if you want some meaty extras for your sandwich. Stag's also serves up other breakfast items until 10:45AM, including bagelwiches or paninis. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/STAGSLUNCHETTE\" target=\"_blank\">Stag's Lunchette\u003c/a> \u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n362 17th St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/lhpwp\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94612\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 835-7824\u003cbr>\nHours: (Breakfast Hours) Mon-Fri 8am-10:45am; Sat-Sun 9am-12pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/STAGSLUNCHETTE\" target=\"_blank\">Stag's Lunchette\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/stagslunchette\" target=\"_blank\">@stagslunchette\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Best Biscuit Breakfast Sandwich\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_101138\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52351.jpg\" alt=\"You can skip lunch as Zella's Soulful Kitchen's hearty breakfast biscuit sandwich with bacon will tide you over until dinnertime.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101138\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52351.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52351-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52351-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52351-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52351-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52351-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">You can skip lunch as Zella's Soulful Kitchen's hearty breakfast biscuit sandwich with bacon will tide you over until dinnertime. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Hop on or off BART at the West Oakland station, and you'll be right across the street from the \u003ca href=\"http://www.mandelafoods.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Mandela Foods Cooperative\u003c/a>. This neighborhood grocery store also houses \u003ca href=\"http://www.zellassoulfulkitchen.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Zella's Soulful Kitchen\u003c/a>, a small café and catering company that specializes in Southern-inspired cuisine. They offer a wide array of alluring breakfast items, but their egg-and-cheese biscuit sandwich is the most drool-worthy way to jumpstart your morning. It's a pretty substantive sandwich that'll tide you over way past lunchtime, but you can pile on bacon or chicken sausage if you're seeking additional decadent toppings.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.zellassoulfulkitchen.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Zella's Soulful Kitchen\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n1430 7th St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/TSZP2\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94607\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 768-8003\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Thu 7am-4pm; Sat 9am-2pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Zellassoulfulkitchen\" target=\"_blank\">Zella's Soulful Kitchen\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/zellaskitchen\" target=\"_blank\">@zellaskitchen\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Entrees $10 and under) \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Best East Coast-Style Sandwich\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100509\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/CafeUnderwood.jpg\" alt=\"The Yoakland and Jersey Breakfast sandwiches from Oakland's Cafe Underwood are inspired takes on what you'd find in delis in the tri-state area.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100509\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/CafeUnderwood.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/CafeUnderwood-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/CafeUnderwood-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/CafeUnderwood-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/CafeUnderwood-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/CafeUnderwood-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Yoakland and Jersey breakfast sandwiches from Oakland's Cafe Underwood are inspired takes on what you'd find in delis in the East Coast tri-state area. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Back in my student days at New York University, I'd often grab a quick bagel with cream cheese or an egg-and-cheese on a roll from the local deli before heading to class. Cafe Underwood's two breakfast sandwiches are gussied-up versions of what you'll often find in the \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tri-state_area\" target=\"_blank\">tri-state\u003c/a> area. Served on perfectly toasted Kaiser rolls flecked with poppy seeds, you can choose from the \"Yoakland\" (with an oozing over-easy fried egg with melted cheddar cheese, garlicky aioli and greens) or the \"Jersey Style\" (fried egg, melted cheddar cheese, Taylor ham and ketchup). Both go well with their coffee (brewed with beans from local company \u003ca href=\"http://www.highwirecoffee.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Highwire Coffee Roasters\u003c/a>) and feel free to use the complimentary Wi-Fi if \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2014/09/01/cafe-underwood-north-oaklands-new-work-at-home-cafe/\" target=\"_blank\">you've brought your laptop with you\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.underwoodoakland.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Cafe Underwood\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n308 41st St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/bdKak\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94609\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 995-6660\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Thu 7:30am-10pm; Sat 8am-10pm; Sun 8am-7pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/cafeunderwood\" target=\"_blank\">Underwood Oakland\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/CafeUnderwood\" target=\"_blank\">@CafeUnderwood\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Best Torta\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100986\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5587.jpg\" alt=\"Cosecha's hefty torta sandwich requires two hands and several napkins.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100986\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5587.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5587-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5587-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5587-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5587-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5587-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cosecha's hefty torta sandwich requires two hands and several napkins. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>If you've ever tried \u003ca href=\"http://www.cosechacafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Cosecha's\u003c/a> superb Mexican-style sandwiches, or \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Torta\" target=\"_blank\">tortas\u003c/a>\u003c/em>, for lunch -- then you should definitely head over at the next available opportunity for Saturday brunch. It's the only time you can order their breakfast \u003cem>torta\u003c/em> that's layered with soft, organic scrambled eggs (from \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Free-Spirit-Farm-232082319390/timeline/\" target=\"_blank\">Free Spirit Farm\u003c/a>), bacon, \u003cem>guacamole\u003c/em>, tomato, cilantro and \u003cem>guajillo\u003c/em> salsa spooned on top of a crusty white roll. Chances are you'll leave happily full with red-stained fingertips (a small price to pay for this flavorful sandwich).\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.cosechacafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Cosecha\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n907 Washington St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/P4iH7\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94607\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 452-5900\u003cbr>\nHours: (Breakfast Hours) Mon-Fri 11am-3:30pm Sat 10:30am-3:30pm; Closed Sundays\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cosecha/136898683051384\" target=\"_blank\">Cosecha\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/cosechacafe\" target=\"_blank\">@cosechacafe\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Best Egg McMuffin Clone\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_101006\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5601.jpg\" alt=\"You get more bang for your buck with Chop Bar's version of the Egg McMuffin.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101006\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5601.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5601-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5601-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5601-1440x810.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5601-1180x664.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5601-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">You get more bang for your buck with Chop Bar's version of the Egg McMuffin. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>If you're willing to spend just a a dollar or two more, \u003ca href=\"http://www.oaklandchopbar.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Chop Bar's\u003c/a> breakfast sandwich is a pretty good deal at $5. And you get a generous-size English muffin stuffed with a poached egg, cheddar cheese and thick-cut slices of \u003ca href=\"http://www.newsomscountryham.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Col. Newsom's Kentucky ham\u003c/a> (avocado is extra, and if they happen to run out of ham -- don't worry, their bacon is a fine substitute as pictured above.) Plus they have their own walk-up window where you can get coffee and other breakfasty items if you're on the run and want to bypass the wait for the restaurant. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.oaklandchopbar.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Chop Bar\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nAddress: 247 4th Street [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/xwZyq\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94607\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 834-2467\u003cbr>\nHours: (Breakfast Hours)Mon-Fri 8am-11am; Sat-Sun 9am-3pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/chopbar\" target=\"_blank\">Chop Bar\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/chopbar\" target=\"_blank\">@ChopBar\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Entrees $10 and under) \u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>I've got more of a savory tooth than a sweet one when it comes to breakfast, so I usually pass on pancakes and waffles and start scanning the menu for omelets and other egg dishes. Breakfast sandwiches -- whether on biscuits, rolls or other breads -- are one of my go-to morning items (especially if I need a portable meal), and fortunately there's plenty of delicious options available around my neighborhood. Let us know your favorites in the comments, and if you're looking for bagel-related choices, \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2014/10/14/bay-area-bites-guide-to-10-favorite-east-bay-bagels/\" target=\"_blank\">check out this previous guide\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Best Breakfast Sandwich That Will Keep Vampires at Bay\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_101017\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/stag.jpg\" alt=\"Just in case you didn't get enough aioli slathered onto your sandwich, Stag's Lunchette kindly gives you an extra dollop on the side.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101017\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/stag.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/stag-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/stag-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/stag-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/stag-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/stag-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Just in case you didn't get enough aioli slathered onto your sandwich, Stag's Lunchette kindly gives you an extra dollop on the side. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The retro-hunting lodge-cum-antiques shop vibe is strong at \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/STAGSLUNCHETTE\" target=\"_blank\">Stag's Lunchette\u003c/a>, but its comfort food menu is a modern take on classic American sandwiches. While the menu changes weekly (check \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/STAGSLUNCHETTE\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook\u003c/a> or \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/stagslunchette\" target=\"_blank\">Twitter \u003c/a>for updates), their tasty breakfast sandwich usually makes an appearance. The oil-poached egg with melted Gruyère cheese and a smattering of greens piled on top of a soft brioche roll is held together by a rich helping of garlicky aioli. You can add bacon or smoked trout if you want some meaty extras for your sandwich. Stag's also serves up other breakfast items until 10:45AM, including bagelwiches or paninis. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/STAGSLUNCHETTE\" target=\"_blank\">Stag's Lunchette\u003c/a> \u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n362 17th St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/lhpwp\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94612\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 835-7824\u003cbr>\nHours: (Breakfast Hours) Mon-Fri 8am-10:45am; Sat-Sun 9am-12pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/STAGSLUNCHETTE\" target=\"_blank\">Stag's Lunchette\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/stagslunchette\" target=\"_blank\">@stagslunchette\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Best Biscuit Breakfast Sandwich\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_101138\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52351.jpg\" alt=\"You can skip lunch as Zella's Soulful Kitchen's hearty breakfast biscuit sandwich with bacon will tide you over until dinnertime.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101138\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52351.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52351-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52351-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52351-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52351-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_52351-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">You can skip lunch as Zella's Soulful Kitchen's hearty breakfast biscuit sandwich with bacon will tide you over until dinnertime. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Hop on or off BART at the West Oakland station, and you'll be right across the street from the \u003ca href=\"http://www.mandelafoods.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Mandela Foods Cooperative\u003c/a>. This neighborhood grocery store also houses \u003ca href=\"http://www.zellassoulfulkitchen.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Zella's Soulful Kitchen\u003c/a>, a small café and catering company that specializes in Southern-inspired cuisine. They offer a wide array of alluring breakfast items, but their egg-and-cheese biscuit sandwich is the most drool-worthy way to jumpstart your morning. It's a pretty substantive sandwich that'll tide you over way past lunchtime, but you can pile on bacon or chicken sausage if you're seeking additional decadent toppings.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.zellassoulfulkitchen.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Zella's Soulful Kitchen\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n1430 7th St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/TSZP2\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94607\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 768-8003\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Thu 7am-4pm; Sat 9am-2pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Zellassoulfulkitchen\" target=\"_blank\">Zella's Soulful Kitchen\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/zellaskitchen\" target=\"_blank\">@zellaskitchen\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Entrees $10 and under) \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Best East Coast-Style Sandwich\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100509\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/CafeUnderwood.jpg\" alt=\"The Yoakland and Jersey Breakfast sandwiches from Oakland's Cafe Underwood are inspired takes on what you'd find in delis in the tri-state area.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100509\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/CafeUnderwood.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/CafeUnderwood-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/CafeUnderwood-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/CafeUnderwood-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/CafeUnderwood-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/CafeUnderwood-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Yoakland and Jersey breakfast sandwiches from Oakland's Cafe Underwood are inspired takes on what you'd find in delis in the East Coast tri-state area. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Back in my student days at New York University, I'd often grab a quick bagel with cream cheese or an egg-and-cheese on a roll from the local deli before heading to class. Cafe Underwood's two breakfast sandwiches are gussied-up versions of what you'll often find in the \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tri-state_area\" target=\"_blank\">tri-state\u003c/a> area. Served on perfectly toasted Kaiser rolls flecked with poppy seeds, you can choose from the \"Yoakland\" (with an oozing over-easy fried egg with melted cheddar cheese, garlicky aioli and greens) or the \"Jersey Style\" (fried egg, melted cheddar cheese, Taylor ham and ketchup). Both go well with their coffee (brewed with beans from local company \u003ca href=\"http://www.highwirecoffee.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Highwire Coffee Roasters\u003c/a>) and feel free to use the complimentary Wi-Fi if \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2014/09/01/cafe-underwood-north-oaklands-new-work-at-home-cafe/\" target=\"_blank\">you've brought your laptop with you\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.underwoodoakland.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Cafe Underwood\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n308 41st St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/bdKak\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94609\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 995-6660\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Thu 7:30am-10pm; Sat 8am-10pm; Sun 8am-7pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/cafeunderwood\" target=\"_blank\">Underwood Oakland\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/CafeUnderwood\" target=\"_blank\">@CafeUnderwood\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Best Torta\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100986\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5587.jpg\" alt=\"Cosecha's hefty torta sandwich requires two hands and several napkins.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1079\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100986\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5587.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5587-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5587-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5587-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5587-1180x663.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5587-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cosecha's hefty torta sandwich requires two hands and several napkins. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>If you've ever tried \u003ca href=\"http://www.cosechacafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Cosecha's\u003c/a> superb Mexican-style sandwiches, or \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Torta\" target=\"_blank\">tortas\u003c/a>\u003c/em>, for lunch -- then you should definitely head over at the next available opportunity for Saturday brunch. It's the only time you can order their breakfast \u003cem>torta\u003c/em> that's layered with soft, organic scrambled eggs (from \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Free-Spirit-Farm-232082319390/timeline/\" target=\"_blank\">Free Spirit Farm\u003c/a>), bacon, \u003cem>guacamole\u003c/em>, tomato, cilantro and \u003cem>guajillo\u003c/em> salsa spooned on top of a crusty white roll. Chances are you'll leave happily full with red-stained fingertips (a small price to pay for this flavorful sandwich).\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.cosechacafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Cosecha\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n907 Washington St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/P4iH7\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94607\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 452-5900\u003cbr>\nHours: (Breakfast Hours) Mon-Fri 11am-3:30pm Sat 10:30am-3:30pm; Closed Sundays\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cosecha/136898683051384\" target=\"_blank\">Cosecha\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/cosechacafe\" target=\"_blank\">@cosechacafe\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $$ Entrees ($11-$17)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Best Egg McMuffin Clone\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_101006\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5601.jpg\" alt=\"You get more bang for your buck with Chop Bar's version of the Egg McMuffin.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" class=\"size-full wp-image-101006\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5601.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5601-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5601-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5601-1440x810.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5601-1180x664.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/IMG_5601-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">You get more bang for your buck with Chop Bar's version of the Egg McMuffin. \u003ccite>(Jenny Oh)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>If you're willing to spend just a a dollar or two more, \u003ca href=\"http://www.oaklandchopbar.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Chop Bar's\u003c/a> breakfast sandwich is a pretty good deal at $5. And you get a generous-size English muffin stuffed with a poached egg, cheddar cheese and thick-cut slices of \u003ca href=\"http://www.newsomscountryham.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Col. Newsom's Kentucky ham\u003c/a> (avocado is extra, and if they happen to run out of ham -- don't worry, their bacon is a fine substitute as pictured above.) Plus they have their own walk-up window where you can get coffee and other breakfasty items if you're on the run and want to bypass the wait for the restaurant. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.oaklandchopbar.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Chop Bar\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nAddress: 247 4th Street [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/xwZyq\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94607\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 834-2467\u003cbr>\nHours: (Breakfast Hours)Mon-Fri 8am-11am; Sat-Sun 9am-3pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/chopbar\" target=\"_blank\">Chop Bar\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/chopbar\" target=\"_blank\">@ChopBar\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (Entrees $10 and under) \u003c/p>\n\n\u003c/div>\u003c/p>",
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"disqusTitle": "Eating Vegan and Gluten-Free Fast Food at Amy's Drive Thru in Rohnert Park",
"title": "Eating Vegan and Gluten-Free Fast Food at Amy's Drive Thru in Rohnert Park",
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"content": "\u003cp>Andy and Rachel Berliner started their line of vegetarian frozen dinners in 1987 after their daughter Amy was born and the time-crunched parents couldn’t find any healthy frozen meals that didn’t “\u003ca href=\"http://money.cnn.com/2009/02/18/smallbusiness/amys_kitchen_startup_story.fsb/\" target=\"_blank\">taste like cardboard\u003c/a>.” Now the founders of \u003ca href=\"http://www.amys.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Amy’s Kitchen\u003c/a> are attempting to start a sea change in another, historically unhealthy food market: fast food. \u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100535\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0960.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100535\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0960.jpg\" alt=\"Amy's Drive Thru in Rohnert Park.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1300\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0960.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0960-400x271.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0960-800x542.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0960-1440x975.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0960-1180x799.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0960-960x650.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Amy's Drive Thru in Rohnert Park. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The result is \u003ca href=\"http://www.amysdrivethru.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Amy's Drive Thru\u003c/a> in Rohnert Park (the company is headquartered in Petaluma and operates a processing plant in Santa Rosa,) which opened at the end of July. By most accounts, it’s been a success. Hundreds lined up for \u003ca href=\"http://www.pressdemocrat.com/news/4232050-181/hundreds-line-up-for-debut\" target=\"_blank\">its opening\u003c/a>, and the restaurant has already racked up more than 200 \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/amys-drive-thru-rohnert-park\" target=\"_blank\">Yelp reviews\u003c/a> in under two months. When I visited around 1 PM on a Saturday, the drive through was backed up, and virtually all of the parking spots were taken. We were elated when we saw two free spots next to each other, but alas, those were for electric vehicles only.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100534\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0958.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100534\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0958.jpg\" alt=\"Communal tables outside.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0958.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0958-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0958-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0958-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0958-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0958-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Communal tables outside. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The restaurant is located in the heart of enemy territory: a main thoroughfare just off the freeway that’s bordered by a handful of fast food chains: In-N-Out a block to the right, Arby’s to the left, McDonald’s in a nearby Walmart, and a Taco Bell across the street. The sprawling Graton Casino looms in the background, visible from inside the restaurant, just a field away.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100537\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0972.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100537\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0972.jpg\" alt=\"Landscaping at Amy's Drive Thru.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0972.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0972-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0972-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0972-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0972-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0972-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Landscaping at Amy's Drive Thru. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Amy's Drive Thru looks like a retrofitted barn, with high, beamed ceilings, a living roof and a water tower that collects rainwater for the landscaping. Inside, it’s bright and airy, with huge windows and a calming color palette (muted greens, greys and blues) that suggests an expensive Big Sur spa.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100532\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0954.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100532\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0954.jpg\" alt=\"Inside seating at Amy's.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0954.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0954-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0954-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0954-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0954-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0954-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Inside seating at Amy's. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100531\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0948.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100531\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0948.jpg\" alt=\"The color station at Amy's.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0948.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0948-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0948-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0948-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0948-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0948-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The color station at Amy's. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The menu is small and simple, featuring burgers, pizza, burritos, chili, salads and mac and cheese. (A style note: typically, I might put scare quotes around vegan “burgers” or “cheese” but since everything I consumed for this piece was a vegan or gluten-free version of its traditional self, I’m skipping those). Everything is vegetarian, and all menu items can be made gluten-free and vegan.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100528\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0925.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100528\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0925.jpg\" alt='The vegan \"Amy\" burger.' width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0925.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0925-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0925-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0925-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0925-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0925-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The vegan \"Amy\" burger. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Like any self-respecting fast food place, the cornerstone of the menu is the burger. The burger (“The Amy”) comes with two patties made from what appeared to be a combination of grains, mushrooms and quinoa (Amy’s didn’t respond to a request for ingredient lists) and comes with traditional fixings: cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle and a special sauce. The burger hit all of the right notes: a crispy burger; soft bun; flavorful pickles; lettuce and onion adding a welcome textural contrast; and a satisfyingly tangy sauce. The vegan cheese melted well and added a comforting texture. The patty--the Berliners say they went through over \u003ca href=\"http://sf.eater.com/2015/7/22/9015613/amys-kitchen-drive-thru-fast-food-vegetarian-california\" target=\"_blank\">1,000 versions\u003c/a> of it before they settled on the current recipe. It had a nicely crisped edge and the mushrooms gave it a meaty texture.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The patty was well-seasoned and remarkably inoffensive in a way that made me not miss meat. It sent me into a psychological tailspan: how much does the meat really matter in a fast food burger? When I eat a double-double from In-N-Out, how much of my enjoyment comes from the meat itself--a thin, fairly bland patty from a probably unhappy cow--and how much comes from the accessories: the salty, melted cheese; sweetly acidic ketchup; and crunchy vegetables, topped with a piquant secret sauce?\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100529\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0929.jpg\" alt=\"Vegan, gluten-free mac and cheese with tomatoes and green onions.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100529\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0929.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0929-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0929-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0929-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0929-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0929-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Vegan, gluten-free mac and cheese with tomatoes and green onions. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>I also tried the vegan and gluten-free mac and cheese with tomatoes and green onion. Despite its nontraditional ingredients--it’s made from rice noodles and \u003ca href=\"http://us.daiyafoods.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Daiya\u003c/a>--the texture was perfect. The chewy noodles held up to the thick cheesy sauce, and the bread crumbs provided a nice textural contrast. But while the texture was great, the taste was less so. It had an unidentifiable, yet distinctly off flavor--ironically, the same kind of fake, slightly sweet taste of \u003ca href=\"http://www.kraftmacandcheese.com/products/bluebox/the-cheesiest\" target=\"_blank\">Kraft’s blue box\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100526\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0913.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-100526 size-full\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0913.jpg\" alt=\"A vegan chocolate shake.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1675\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0913.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0913-400x349.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0913-800x698.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0913-1440x1256.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0913-1180x1029.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0913-960x838.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A vegan chocolate shake. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Dessert was a chocolate milkshake, made with almond and coconut milks, and sweetened with agave. There was none of the chalkiness or graininess of some non-dairy ice creams, but even compared to a dairy-based milkshakes, it holds up. It was spiked with a subtle, welcome coconut flavor and slight nuttiness, and had a depth of flavor and a decadence that my beloved \u003ca href=\"http://www.in-n-out.com/\" target=\"_blank\">In-N-Out\u003c/a> milkshakes--even with their declarations that they’re made from “Real Ice Cream”--lacked.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100533\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0949.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100533\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0949.jpg\" alt=\"The afternoon rush at Amy's.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0949.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0949-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0949-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0949-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0949-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0949-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The afternoon rush at Amy's. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>You could argue that this type of fast food isn’t necessarily healthier than the traditional kind. After all, fake cheese and fake ice cream \u003ca href=\"http://www.bonappetit.com/trends/article/i-m-sick-of-people-thinking-vegan-food-is-healthy\" target=\"_blank\">have calories too\u003c/a>. You could argue that we shouldn’t be prioritizing fast food at all, and should be instead be focusing on \u003ca href=\"http://civileats.com/2014/11/17/toss-those-take-out-menus-new-study-says-cooking-makes-us-healthier/\" target=\"_blank\">cooking more at home\u003c/a>. But no one can argue that Amy’s Drive Thru isn’t a step in the right direction. Americans aren’t going to stop eating their \u003ca href=\"http://blogs.wsj.com/numbers/how-much-meat-do-americans-eat-then-and-now-1792/\" target=\"_blank\">70 pounds of red meat and 54 pounds of poultry\u003c/a> per year--detrimental to both the health of their bodies and environment--because of well-intentioned editorials or \u003ca href=\"http://www.peta.org/\" target=\"_blank\">PETA’s\u003c/a> latest salacious campaign. If they’re going to consume less meat, it’s going to be because it’s cheap and easy to make the switch.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>That’s what Amy’s provides. The food is decent, even satisfying, but that’s almost beside the point. It’s affordable, and convenient: a five-minute side trip off the 101 for busy parents and tourists heading to Sonoma and Napa for wine tasting.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100527\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0924.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100527\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0924.jpg\" alt=\"The stylish, compostable packaging at Amy's.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0924.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0924-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0924-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0924-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0924-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0924-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The stylish, compostable packaging at Amy's. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>That’s how change happens: with small adjustments--stopping by Amy’s one night after soccer practice instead of Taco Bell--and an accessible, scalable concept: \u003ca href=\"http://www.amysdrivethru.com/files/download/43beb408d23a823\" target=\"_blank\">all menu items\u003c/a> except for salads are less than $6, and the company is \u003ca href=\"http://www.biteclubeats.com/amys-drive-thru-finally-opens-in-rohnert-park/\" target=\"_blank\">already planning\u003c/a> to open at least one more drive-thru in the next year or so.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>If Americans want healthier fast food options, someone has to prove that it’s a successful concept. And Amy’s, used to defying expectations--in a 2009 interview, the Berliners \u003ca href=\"http://money.cnn.com/2009/02/18/smallbusiness/amys_kitchen_startup_story.fsb/\" target=\"_blank\">recalled\u003c/a> how they were turned down for a business loan by almost every bank in town because no one believed consumers would buy organic, vegetarian frozen foods--is a good company to do it.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.amysdrivethru.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Amy's Drive Thru\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n58 Golf Course Drive West [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/maps/frJ3f\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nRohnert Park, CA 94928\u003cbr>\nPh: (707) 755-3629\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sun, 10:30am-10pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/amyskitchen\" target=\"_blank\">Amy's Kitchen\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/amysdrivethru\" target=\"_blank\">@amysdrivethru\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice range: $ (entrees under $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100536\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0961.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100536\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0961.jpg\" alt=\"Signage at Amy's Drive Thru.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1279\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0961.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0961-400x266.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0961-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0961-1440x959.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0961-1180x786.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0961-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Signage at Amy's Drive Thru. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>Andy and Rachel Berliner started their line of vegetarian frozen dinners in 1987 after their daughter Amy was born and the time-crunched parents couldn’t find any healthy frozen meals that didn’t “\u003ca href=\"http://money.cnn.com/2009/02/18/smallbusiness/amys_kitchen_startup_story.fsb/\" target=\"_blank\">taste like cardboard\u003c/a>.” Now the founders of \u003ca href=\"http://www.amys.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Amy’s Kitchen\u003c/a> are attempting to start a sea change in another, historically unhealthy food market: fast food. \u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100535\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0960.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100535\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0960.jpg\" alt=\"Amy's Drive Thru in Rohnert Park.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1300\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0960.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0960-400x271.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0960-800x542.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0960-1440x975.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0960-1180x799.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0960-960x650.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Amy's Drive Thru in Rohnert Park. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The result is \u003ca href=\"http://www.amysdrivethru.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Amy's Drive Thru\u003c/a> in Rohnert Park (the company is headquartered in Petaluma and operates a processing plant in Santa Rosa,) which opened at the end of July. By most accounts, it’s been a success. Hundreds lined up for \u003ca href=\"http://www.pressdemocrat.com/news/4232050-181/hundreds-line-up-for-debut\" target=\"_blank\">its opening\u003c/a>, and the restaurant has already racked up more than 200 \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/amys-drive-thru-rohnert-park\" target=\"_blank\">Yelp reviews\u003c/a> in under two months. When I visited around 1 PM on a Saturday, the drive through was backed up, and virtually all of the parking spots were taken. We were elated when we saw two free spots next to each other, but alas, those were for electric vehicles only.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100534\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0958.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100534\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0958.jpg\" alt=\"Communal tables outside.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0958.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0958-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0958-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0958-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0958-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0958-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Communal tables outside. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The restaurant is located in the heart of enemy territory: a main thoroughfare just off the freeway that’s bordered by a handful of fast food chains: In-N-Out a block to the right, Arby’s to the left, McDonald’s in a nearby Walmart, and a Taco Bell across the street. The sprawling Graton Casino looms in the background, visible from inside the restaurant, just a field away.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100537\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0972.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100537\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0972.jpg\" alt=\"Landscaping at Amy's Drive Thru.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0972.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0972-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0972-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0972-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0972-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0972-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Landscaping at Amy's Drive Thru. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Amy's Drive Thru looks like a retrofitted barn, with high, beamed ceilings, a living roof and a water tower that collects rainwater for the landscaping. Inside, it’s bright and airy, with huge windows and a calming color palette (muted greens, greys and blues) that suggests an expensive Big Sur spa.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100532\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0954.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100532\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0954.jpg\" alt=\"Inside seating at Amy's.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0954.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0954-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0954-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0954-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0954-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0954-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Inside seating at Amy's. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100531\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0948.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100531\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0948.jpg\" alt=\"The color station at Amy's.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0948.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0948-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0948-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0948-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0948-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0948-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The color station at Amy's. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The menu is small and simple, featuring burgers, pizza, burritos, chili, salads and mac and cheese. (A style note: typically, I might put scare quotes around vegan “burgers” or “cheese” but since everything I consumed for this piece was a vegan or gluten-free version of its traditional self, I’m skipping those). Everything is vegetarian, and all menu items can be made gluten-free and vegan.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100528\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0925.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100528\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0925.jpg\" alt='The vegan \"Amy\" burger.' width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0925.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0925-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0925-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0925-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0925-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0925-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The vegan \"Amy\" burger. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Like any self-respecting fast food place, the cornerstone of the menu is the burger. The burger (“The Amy”) comes with two patties made from what appeared to be a combination of grains, mushrooms and quinoa (Amy’s didn’t respond to a request for ingredient lists) and comes with traditional fixings: cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle and a special sauce. The burger hit all of the right notes: a crispy burger; soft bun; flavorful pickles; lettuce and onion adding a welcome textural contrast; and a satisfyingly tangy sauce. The vegan cheese melted well and added a comforting texture. The patty--the Berliners say they went through over \u003ca href=\"http://sf.eater.com/2015/7/22/9015613/amys-kitchen-drive-thru-fast-food-vegetarian-california\" target=\"_blank\">1,000 versions\u003c/a> of it before they settled on the current recipe. It had a nicely crisped edge and the mushrooms gave it a meaty texture.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The patty was well-seasoned and remarkably inoffensive in a way that made me not miss meat. It sent me into a psychological tailspan: how much does the meat really matter in a fast food burger? When I eat a double-double from In-N-Out, how much of my enjoyment comes from the meat itself--a thin, fairly bland patty from a probably unhappy cow--and how much comes from the accessories: the salty, melted cheese; sweetly acidic ketchup; and crunchy vegetables, topped with a piquant secret sauce?\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100529\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0929.jpg\" alt=\"Vegan, gluten-free mac and cheese with tomatoes and green onions.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100529\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0929.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0929-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0929-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0929-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0929-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0929-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Vegan, gluten-free mac and cheese with tomatoes and green onions. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>I also tried the vegan and gluten-free mac and cheese with tomatoes and green onion. Despite its nontraditional ingredients--it’s made from rice noodles and \u003ca href=\"http://us.daiyafoods.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Daiya\u003c/a>--the texture was perfect. The chewy noodles held up to the thick cheesy sauce, and the bread crumbs provided a nice textural contrast. But while the texture was great, the taste was less so. It had an unidentifiable, yet distinctly off flavor--ironically, the same kind of fake, slightly sweet taste of \u003ca href=\"http://www.kraftmacandcheese.com/products/bluebox/the-cheesiest\" target=\"_blank\">Kraft’s blue box\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100526\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0913.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-100526 size-full\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0913.jpg\" alt=\"A vegan chocolate shake.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1675\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0913.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0913-400x349.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0913-800x698.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0913-1440x1256.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0913-1180x1029.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0913-960x838.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A vegan chocolate shake. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Dessert was a chocolate milkshake, made with almond and coconut milks, and sweetened with agave. There was none of the chalkiness or graininess of some non-dairy ice creams, but even compared to a dairy-based milkshakes, it holds up. It was spiked with a subtle, welcome coconut flavor and slight nuttiness, and had a depth of flavor and a decadence that my beloved \u003ca href=\"http://www.in-n-out.com/\" target=\"_blank\">In-N-Out\u003c/a> milkshakes--even with their declarations that they’re made from “Real Ice Cream”--lacked.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100533\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0949.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100533\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0949.jpg\" alt=\"The afternoon rush at Amy's.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0949.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0949-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0949-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0949-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0949-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0949-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The afternoon rush at Amy's. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>You could argue that this type of fast food isn’t necessarily healthier than the traditional kind. After all, fake cheese and fake ice cream \u003ca href=\"http://www.bonappetit.com/trends/article/i-m-sick-of-people-thinking-vegan-food-is-healthy\" target=\"_blank\">have calories too\u003c/a>. You could argue that we shouldn’t be prioritizing fast food at all, and should be instead be focusing on \u003ca href=\"http://civileats.com/2014/11/17/toss-those-take-out-menus-new-study-says-cooking-makes-us-healthier/\" target=\"_blank\">cooking more at home\u003c/a>. But no one can argue that Amy’s Drive Thru isn’t a step in the right direction. Americans aren’t going to stop eating their \u003ca href=\"http://blogs.wsj.com/numbers/how-much-meat-do-americans-eat-then-and-now-1792/\" target=\"_blank\">70 pounds of red meat and 54 pounds of poultry\u003c/a> per year--detrimental to both the health of their bodies and environment--because of well-intentioned editorials or \u003ca href=\"http://www.peta.org/\" target=\"_blank\">PETA’s\u003c/a> latest salacious campaign. If they’re going to consume less meat, it’s going to be because it’s cheap and easy to make the switch.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>That’s what Amy’s provides. The food is decent, even satisfying, but that’s almost beside the point. It’s affordable, and convenient: a five-minute side trip off the 101 for busy parents and tourists heading to Sonoma and Napa for wine tasting.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100527\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0924.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-100527\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0924.jpg\" alt=\"The stylish, compostable packaging at Amy's.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0924.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0924-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0924-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0924-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0924-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/DSC_0924-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003c/a>\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The stylish, compostable packaging at Amy's. \u003ccite>(Shelby Pope)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>That’s how change happens: with small adjustments--stopping by Amy’s one night after soccer practice instead of Taco Bell--and an accessible, scalable concept: \u003ca href=\"http://www.amysdrivethru.com/files/download/43beb408d23a823\" target=\"_blank\">all menu items\u003c/a> except for salads are less than $6, and the company is \u003ca href=\"http://www.biteclubeats.com/amys-drive-thru-finally-opens-in-rohnert-park/\" target=\"_blank\">already planning\u003c/a> to open at least one more drive-thru in the next year or so.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>If Americans want healthier fast food options, someone has to prove that it’s a successful concept. And Amy’s, used to defying expectations--in a 2009 interview, the Berliners \u003ca href=\"http://money.cnn.com/2009/02/18/smallbusiness/amys_kitchen_startup_story.fsb/\" target=\"_blank\">recalled\u003c/a> how they were turned down for a business loan by almost every bank in town because no one believed consumers would buy organic, vegetarian frozen foods--is a good company to do it.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cp>The \u003ca href=\"http://www.foodcraftinstitute.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Food Craft Institute's\u003c/a> 7th annual \u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://eatrealfest.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Eat Real Festival\u003c/a>, \u003c/strong>the outdoor food extravaganza that showcases local, organic and sustainable fare, kicked off today in Oakland's Jack London Square. We heroically sampled our way through many of the vendors' more offbeat and unusual dishes, so here's 12 stellar items that you can also try this weekend (and everything's priced under $8, too.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100924\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-brisket1920b.jpg\" alt=\"WTF SF: Slow-roasted Angus brisket with egg noodles\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100924\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-brisket1920b.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-brisket1920b-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-brisket1920b-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-brisket1920b-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-brisket1920b-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-brisket1920b-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">WTF SF: Slow-roasted Angus brisket with egg noodles \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.wtfsf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">WTF SF\u003c/a>: Slow-roasted Angus brisket with egg noodles\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nI guarantee the lines will be long at What's the Feast SF's booth -- as it was for us during the opening day lunchtime rush. But it's definitely worth the wait, as their only regular appearance is at the \u003ca href=\"http://www.agriculturalinstitute.org/stonestown/\" target=\"_blank\">Stonestown Farmers' Market\u003c/a> on Sundays (although they're available for catering). The slow-roasted Angus brisket with a sweet Asian barbecue glaze is dished over garlicky egg noodles and garnished with pickled cucumbers; it's a delicious combination of sweet, salty and sour flavors.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100926\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-noodles1920.jpg\" alt=\"WTF SF: What's The Feast?!\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100926\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-noodles1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-noodles1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-noodles1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-noodles1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-noodles1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-noodles1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">WTF SF: What's The Feast?! \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100912\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-eats-burger1920c.jpg\" alt=\"Hella Vegan Eats: Birthday Burger\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100912\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-eats-burger1920c.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-eats-burger1920c-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-eats-burger1920c-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-eats-burger1920c-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-eats-burger1920c-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-eats-burger1920c-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hella Vegan Eats: Birthday Burger \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.hellaveganeats.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Hella Vegan Eats\u003c/a>: Birthday Burger\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nYou may have spotted the colorful truck (and equally animated staff) of the Hella Vegan Eats truck at various farmers' markets around the Bay Area. You can't go wrong with ordering their lively 'Birthday Burger,' which is stuffed with an organic seitan-beet patty, local and organic smoked \u003ca href=\"http://www.rhizocalitempeh.com/#about-rhizocali\" target=\"_blank\">Rhizocali Tempeh\u003c/a> 'bacon,' slices of heirloom tomato, Russian dressing, dill pickles and pancake buns speckled with funfetti (add avocado for $1.) Or you try their mac & 'chorizo' tacos and the three alluring donuts they've got for dessert: caramel brownie, chocolate cheesecake and maple 'bacon.'\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100963\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-final1920.jpg\" alt=\"Hella Vegan Eats\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1704\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100963\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-final1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-final1920-400x355.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-final1920-800x710.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-final1920-1440x1278.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-final1920-1180x1047.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-final1920-960x852.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hella Vegan Eats \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100903\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920.jpg\" alt=\"Burma Bear: Palata\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100903\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Burma Bear: Palata \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.burmabear.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Burma Bear\u003c/a>: Palata\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nWhile the plates of smoked baby back ribs or pulled pork over coconut rice were calling our names, we decided to try the \u003cem>palata\u003c/em>, a pan-fried, vegetarian flatbread dish paired with an aromatic green curry dipping sauce. It's reminiscent of \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paratha\" target=\"_blank\">Indian paratha\u003c/a>\u003c/em> and great for sharing with your friends as an appetizer. If the tent is mobbed by festivalgoers, check out their brick-and-mortar venue at the \u003ca href=\"http://secondactsf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Second Act Marketplace\u003c/a> on Haight Street in the city.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100904\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920b.jpg\" alt=\"Burma Bear\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100904\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920b.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920b-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920b-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920b-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920b-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920b-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Burma Bear \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100921\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920d.jpg\" alt=\"La Marcha: Seafood paella\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100921\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920d.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920d-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920d-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920d-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920d-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920d-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">La Marcha: Seafood paella \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.lamarchaberkeley.com/#new-page-3\" target=\"_blank\">La Marcha\u003c/a>: Seafood paella\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nGigantic paella pans cooking up huge portions of rice, seafood and vegetables always draws huge crowds, and La Marcha's bustling tent that emanated big clouds of steam was no exception. Plans to open up a tapas bar in Berkeley are currently in the works, so for now, they're still in pop-up mode at events. Their signature paprika-and-saffron infused paella dish was bursting with meaty chunks of chicken, chorizo, shrimp, roasted garlic, sweet red peppers, English peas and \u003ca href=\"http://www.mercurynews.com/ci_21412400/paella-rice-bomba-vs-arborio\" target=\"_blank\">Spanish Bomba\u003c/a> rice.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100920\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920a.jpg\" alt=\"La Marcha paella\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100920\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920a.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920a-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920a-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920a-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920a-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920a-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">La Marcha paella \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100899\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920c.jpg\" alt=\"Bombzies BBQ: Korean BBQ chicken bowl\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100899\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920c.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920c-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920c-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920c-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920c-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920c-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bombzies BBQ: Korean BBQ chicken bowl \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.bombziesbbq.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Bombzies BBQ\u003c/a>: Korean BBQ chicken bowl\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nWhile Asian barbecue is fairly commonplace, the large, hungry crowds that congregated around the smoky grills filled to capacity with Korean, Vietnamese lemongrass and Thai-coconut flavored chicken were a sure sign that we had to try Bombzies BBQ. The tender, flavorful meat is served as kabobs or as a heaping bowl of rice topped with the complimentary add-ons of \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kimchi\" target=\"_blank\">kimchi\u003c/a>\u003c/em> and green onions.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100898\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 640px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920a-1440x2160.jpg\" alt=\"Bombzies BBQ\" width=\"640\" height=\"960\" class=\"size-large wp-image-100898\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920a-1440x2160.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920a-400x600.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920a-800x1200.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920a-1180x1770.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920a-960x1440.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bombzies BBQ \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100907\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/eat-on-monday-calamari-taco1920.jpg\" alt=\"Eat On Monday: Fried calamari tacos\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100907\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/eat-on-monday-calamari-taco1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/eat-on-monday-calamari-taco1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/eat-on-monday-calamari-taco1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/eat-on-monday-calamari-taco1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/eat-on-monday-calamari-taco1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/eat-on-monday-calamari-taco1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Eat On Monday: Fried calamari tacos \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://eatonmonday.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Eat On Monday\u003c/a>: Fried calamari tacos\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nThere's chicken, braised oxtail and even ice cream tacos for sale at Eat Real -- but the salt-and-pepper fried calamari corn tortilla tacos topped with jalapeños, shredded cabbage, cilantro and a spicy crema-remoulade-like sauce won us over instead. They've also got buttermilk fried chicken sandwiches and mini chipotle cheeseburgers if you want to try their other tantalizing-looking dishes. \u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100967\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/truck.jpg\" alt=\"Eat On Monday truck\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100967\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/truck.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/truck-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/truck-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/truck-1440x810.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/truck-1180x664.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/truck-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Eat On Monday truck \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100905\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920a.jpg\" alt=\"BOK SSAM: Spicy chicken and waffle sandwich\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100905\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920a.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920a-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920a-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920a-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920a-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920a-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">BOK SSAM: Spicy chicken and waffle sandwich \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://bokssam.com/\" target=\"_blank\">BOK SSAM\u003c/a>: Spicy chicken and waffle sandwich\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nBrace yourself for the decadent (and delectable) fried chicken and waffle sandwich from the folks at BOK SSAM, especially if you're watching your waistline. Billed as a \"Korean-American comfort food\" catering company, you'll spot plenty of photos of these food porn-ready sandwiches on Instagram. There's two Korean sauces to choose from: sweet soy-garlic or a sweet-and-spicy \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gochujang\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cem>gochujang\u003c/em>\u003c/a>, a thick, fermented soybean-red chili sauce.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100906\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920c.jpg\" alt=\"BOK SSAM booth\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100906\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920c.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920c-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920c-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920c-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920c-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920c-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">BOK SSAM booth \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100923\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920b.jpg\" alt=\"Southern Comfort Kitchen: Fried Mac & Cheese balls\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100923\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920b.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920b-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920b-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920b-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920b-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920b-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Southern Comfort Kitchen: Fried Mac & Cheese balls \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.southerncomfortkitchen.net/\" target=\"_blank\">Southern Comfort Kitchen\u003c/a>: Mac n' cheese balls\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nThe Southern Comfort Kitchen crew -- overseen by three brothers from New Orleans -- have lots of calorie-busting courses on deck, including hush puppy-sized mac & cheese balls. Made with sharp cheddar and smoked Gouda, they're rolled in Italian bread crumbs and then deep-fried to crunchy perfection. Dip them in the housemade marinara sauce and then fight the urge to curl up and take a nap next to their truck afterwards. \u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100922\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920.jpg\" alt=\"Southern Comfort Kitchen truck\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100922\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Southern Comfort Kitchen truck \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100965\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pork.jpg\" alt=\"Jeepney Guy: Slow-roasted pork belly\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100965\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pork.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pork-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pork-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pork-1440x810.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pork-1180x664.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pork-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Jeepney Guy: Slow-roasted pork belly \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://jeepneyguy.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Jeepney Guy\u003c/a>: Slow-roasted pork belly\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nWe were bursting at the seams by the time we waddled over to the Jeepney Guy booth (a common form of \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeepney\" target=\"_blank\">public transportation in the Philippines\u003c/a>), but we couldn't resist sampling a bite of their \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lechon\" target=\"_blank\">lechón\u003c/a>, or slow-roasted pork belly -- especially after we saw the glistening racks of meat lazily turning in their mobile rotisserie. Jeepney Guy caters events if you want to wallow in your own personal supply of crispy skin and succulent pork at a private party.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100917\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/jeepney-guy1920c.jpg\" alt=\"Jeepney Guy: Slow-roasted pork belly\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100917\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/jeepney-guy1920c.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/jeepney-guy1920c-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/jeepney-guy1920c-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/jeepney-guy1920c-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/jeepney-guy1920c-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/jeepney-guy1920c-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Jeepney Guy: Slow-roasted pork belly \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100952\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920a.jpg\" alt=\"Girl Friday Zeppole: Savory zeppole\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100952\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920a.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920a-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920a-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920a-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920a-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920a-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Girl Friday Zeppole: Savory zeppole \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.girlfridaysf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Girl Friday Zeppole\u003c/a>: Savory zeppole\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nSave room for dessert, because there's also a wealth of sugary, deep-fried delights available at Eat Real. Girl Friday Zeppole's Italian fritters are made to order, so your \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zeppole\" target=\"_blank\">zeppoles\u003c/a>\u003c/em> arrive piping hot after they're poured into paper cones. While most folks gravitate towards the sweeter versions made with powdered sugar and lemon zest (with a choice of vanilla bean crème fraîche, Earl Grey chocolate ganache or seasonal blackberry stout dipping sauces), we had to try the sole savory option prepared with smoked salt, parmesan cheese and herbs that matched well with the creamy, mild chili pepper \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harissa\" target=\"_blank\">harissa\u003c/a>\u003c/em> sauce.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100951\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920-use.jpg\" alt=\"Girl Friday Zeppole\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100951\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920-use.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920-use-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920-use-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920-use-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920-use-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920-use-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Girl Friday Zeppole \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100919\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920a.jpg\" alt=\"Mamacita Café : Cardamom donut kebab\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100919\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920a.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920a-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920a-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920a-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920a-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920a-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mamacita Café : Cardamom donut kebab \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.mamacitascafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Mamacita Café\u003c/a>: Cardamom donut kebab\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nBorn through a successful Kickstarter campaign, Mamacita Café is both a mobile pop-up and an innovative workforce program that \u003ca href=\"http://www.eastbayexpress.com/oakland/food-served-with-a-side-of-social-justice/Content?oid=4247620\" target=\"_blank\">supports young women in Oakland\u003c/a> by training and hiring local high school students. Their popular 'donut kebab,' or three tasty donut holes skewered on a stick, came in three flavors at Eat Real: a 'very berry' jam, cardamom glaze (our choice) and a vegan nectarine jam. We passed on the scoop of Fenton's vanilla ice cream (although we would have ordered it under normal, non-food-festival-gorging circumstances.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100959\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920b.jpg\" alt=\"Mamacita Café booth\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100959\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920b.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920b-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920b-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920b-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920b-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920b-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mamacita Café booth \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100902\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920c.jpg\" alt=\"Bowl’D Acai: Original Gangster\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100902\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920c.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920c-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920c-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920c-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920c-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920c-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bowl’D Acai: Original Gangster \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.bowldacai.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Bowl’D Acai\u003c/a>: Original Gangster\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nIn an attempt to cleanse our palate and unclog our arteries, we made a beeline at the end of our moveable feast towards the bright silver Bowl'D Acai truck. Their 'OG' is made with a blend of \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A%C3%A7a%C3%AD_palm\" target=\"_blank\">açaí\u003c/a> berries, strawberries, bananas and coconut water topped with organic \u003ca href=\"http://www.oneplanetgranola.com/\" target=\"_blank\">One Planet granola\u003c/a>, fresh fruit and coconut shavings and honey. They also had two other punny smoothies -- the 'Hella Green' and the 'Berry White' -- if you want a healthier alternative to the ample beer, cider, wine and spirits for sale as a part of the \u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://eatrealfest.com/about/beverages/\" target=\"_blank\">Drink Real\u003c/a>\u003c/strong> festivities. (But we indulged in both.) \u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100901\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920.jpg\" alt=\"Bowl’D Acai truck\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100901\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bowl’D Acai truck \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>As a final pro tip:\u003c/strong> Be sure to bring lots of sunblock as you wander through the festival tomorrow and Sunday (here's an online \u003ca href=\"http://eatrealfest.com/about/map-schedule/\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a> to help you plan ahead); it's looking to be another warm weekend according to the weather forecast. You can also check the \u003ca href=\"http://eatrealfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/ERF_2015_SCHEDULE.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">schedule \u003c/a>to find out more about the numerous DIY demos, tastings, live music performances, kids' activities and other events happening at Eat Real. And if you somehow manage to explore everything going on, the first annual \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/events/1649631578627403/\" target=\"_blank\">Town Eats Festival\u003c/a>, co-hosted by \u003ca href=\"http://oaklandish.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Oaklandish\u003c/a> and \u003ca href=\"http://www.lungomareoakland.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Lungomare\u003c/a>, will be in the western section of Jack London Square (East Bay Express has more \u003ca href=\"http://www.eastbayexpress.com/WhatTheFork/archives/2015/09/15/town-eats-offers-a-lower-key-oakland-centric-alternative-to-eat-real\" target=\"_blank\">info about the event\u003c/a>.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://eatrealfest.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Eat Real Festival\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nJack London Square\u003cbr>\n65 Webster Street\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94607\u003cbr>\nSaturday 10:30am-9pm\u003cbr>\nSunday 10:30am-5pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/eatrealfestival\" target=\"_blank\">Eat Real Festival\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/eatrealfest\" target=\"_blank\">@eatrealfest\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nInstagram: \u003ca href=\"https://instagram.com/eatrealfest/\" target=\"_blank\">eatrealfest\u003c/a> \u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>The \u003ca href=\"http://www.foodcraftinstitute.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Food Craft Institute's\u003c/a> 7th annual \u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://eatrealfest.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Eat Real Festival\u003c/a>, \u003c/strong>the outdoor food extravaganza that showcases local, organic and sustainable fare, kicked off today in Oakland's Jack London Square. We heroically sampled our way through many of the vendors' more offbeat and unusual dishes, so here's 12 stellar items that you can also try this weekend (and everything's priced under $8, too.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100924\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-brisket1920b.jpg\" alt=\"WTF SF: Slow-roasted Angus brisket with egg noodles\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100924\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-brisket1920b.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-brisket1920b-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-brisket1920b-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-brisket1920b-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-brisket1920b-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-brisket1920b-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">WTF SF: Slow-roasted Angus brisket with egg noodles \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.wtfsf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">WTF SF\u003c/a>: Slow-roasted Angus brisket with egg noodles\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nI guarantee the lines will be long at What's the Feast SF's booth -- as it was for us during the opening day lunchtime rush. But it's definitely worth the wait, as their only regular appearance is at the \u003ca href=\"http://www.agriculturalinstitute.org/stonestown/\" target=\"_blank\">Stonestown Farmers' Market\u003c/a> on Sundays (although they're available for catering). The slow-roasted Angus brisket with a sweet Asian barbecue glaze is dished over garlicky egg noodles and garnished with pickled cucumbers; it's a delicious combination of sweet, salty and sour flavors.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100926\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-noodles1920.jpg\" alt=\"WTF SF: What's The Feast?!\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100926\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-noodles1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-noodles1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-noodles1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-noodles1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-noodles1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/wtf-noodles1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">WTF SF: What's The Feast?! \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100912\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-eats-burger1920c.jpg\" alt=\"Hella Vegan Eats: Birthday Burger\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100912\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-eats-burger1920c.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-eats-burger1920c-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-eats-burger1920c-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-eats-burger1920c-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-eats-burger1920c-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-eats-burger1920c-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hella Vegan Eats: Birthday Burger \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.hellaveganeats.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Hella Vegan Eats\u003c/a>: Birthday Burger\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nYou may have spotted the colorful truck (and equally animated staff) of the Hella Vegan Eats truck at various farmers' markets around the Bay Area. You can't go wrong with ordering their lively 'Birthday Burger,' which is stuffed with an organic seitan-beet patty, local and organic smoked \u003ca href=\"http://www.rhizocalitempeh.com/#about-rhizocali\" target=\"_blank\">Rhizocali Tempeh\u003c/a> 'bacon,' slices of heirloom tomato, Russian dressing, dill pickles and pancake buns speckled with funfetti (add avocado for $1.) Or you try their mac & 'chorizo' tacos and the three alluring donuts they've got for dessert: caramel brownie, chocolate cheesecake and maple 'bacon.'\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100963\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-final1920.jpg\" alt=\"Hella Vegan Eats\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1704\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100963\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-final1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-final1920-400x355.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-final1920-800x710.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-final1920-1440x1278.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-final1920-1180x1047.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/hella-vegan-final1920-960x852.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hella Vegan Eats \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100903\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920.jpg\" alt=\"Burma Bear: Palata\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100903\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Burma Bear: Palata \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.burmabear.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Burma Bear\u003c/a>: Palata\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nWhile the plates of smoked baby back ribs or pulled pork over coconut rice were calling our names, we decided to try the \u003cem>palata\u003c/em>, a pan-fried, vegetarian flatbread dish paired with an aromatic green curry dipping sauce. It's reminiscent of \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paratha\" target=\"_blank\">Indian paratha\u003c/a>\u003c/em> and great for sharing with your friends as an appetizer. If the tent is mobbed by festivalgoers, check out their brick-and-mortar venue at the \u003ca href=\"http://secondactsf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Second Act Marketplace\u003c/a> on Haight Street in the city.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100904\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920b.jpg\" alt=\"Burma Bear\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100904\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920b.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920b-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920b-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920b-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920b-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/burmese-bear-palata1920b-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Burma Bear \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100921\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920d.jpg\" alt=\"La Marcha: Seafood paella\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100921\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920d.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920d-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920d-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920d-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920d-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920d-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">La Marcha: Seafood paella \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.lamarchaberkeley.com/#new-page-3\" target=\"_blank\">La Marcha\u003c/a>: Seafood paella\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nGigantic paella pans cooking up huge portions of rice, seafood and vegetables always draws huge crowds, and La Marcha's bustling tent that emanated big clouds of steam was no exception. Plans to open up a tapas bar in Berkeley are currently in the works, so for now, they're still in pop-up mode at events. Their signature paprika-and-saffron infused paella dish was bursting with meaty chunks of chicken, chorizo, shrimp, roasted garlic, sweet red peppers, English peas and \u003ca href=\"http://www.mercurynews.com/ci_21412400/paella-rice-bomba-vs-arborio\" target=\"_blank\">Spanish Bomba\u003c/a> rice.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100920\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920a.jpg\" alt=\"La Marcha paella\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100920\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920a.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920a-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920a-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920a-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920a-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/paella1920a-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">La Marcha paella \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100899\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920c.jpg\" alt=\"Bombzies BBQ: Korean BBQ chicken bowl\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100899\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920c.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920c-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920c-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920c-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920c-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920c-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bombzies BBQ: Korean BBQ chicken bowl \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.bombziesbbq.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Bombzies BBQ\u003c/a>: Korean BBQ chicken bowl\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nWhile Asian barbecue is fairly commonplace, the large, hungry crowds that congregated around the smoky grills filled to capacity with Korean, Vietnamese lemongrass and Thai-coconut flavored chicken were a sure sign that we had to try Bombzies BBQ. The tender, flavorful meat is served as kabobs or as a heaping bowl of rice topped with the complimentary add-ons of \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kimchi\" target=\"_blank\">kimchi\u003c/a>\u003c/em> and green onions.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100898\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 640px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920a-1440x2160.jpg\" alt=\"Bombzies BBQ\" width=\"640\" height=\"960\" class=\"size-large wp-image-100898\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920a-1440x2160.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920a-400x600.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920a-800x1200.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920a-1180x1770.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bombzies1920a-960x1440.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bombzies BBQ \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100907\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/eat-on-monday-calamari-taco1920.jpg\" alt=\"Eat On Monday: Fried calamari tacos\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100907\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/eat-on-monday-calamari-taco1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/eat-on-monday-calamari-taco1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/eat-on-monday-calamari-taco1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/eat-on-monday-calamari-taco1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/eat-on-monday-calamari-taco1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/eat-on-monday-calamari-taco1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Eat On Monday: Fried calamari tacos \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://eatonmonday.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Eat On Monday\u003c/a>: Fried calamari tacos\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nThere's chicken, braised oxtail and even ice cream tacos for sale at Eat Real -- but the salt-and-pepper fried calamari corn tortilla tacos topped with jalapeños, shredded cabbage, cilantro and a spicy crema-remoulade-like sauce won us over instead. They've also got buttermilk fried chicken sandwiches and mini chipotle cheeseburgers if you want to try their other tantalizing-looking dishes. \u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100967\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/truck.jpg\" alt=\"Eat On Monday truck\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100967\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/truck.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/truck-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/truck-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/truck-1440x810.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/truck-1180x664.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/truck-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Eat On Monday truck \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100905\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920a.jpg\" alt=\"BOK SSAM: Spicy chicken and waffle sandwich\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100905\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920a.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920a-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920a-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920a-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920a-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920a-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">BOK SSAM: Spicy chicken and waffle sandwich \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://bokssam.com/\" target=\"_blank\">BOK SSAM\u003c/a>: Spicy chicken and waffle sandwich\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nBrace yourself for the decadent (and delectable) fried chicken and waffle sandwich from the folks at BOK SSAM, especially if you're watching your waistline. Billed as a \"Korean-American comfort food\" catering company, you'll spot plenty of photos of these food porn-ready sandwiches on Instagram. There's two Korean sauces to choose from: sweet soy-garlic or a sweet-and-spicy \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gochujang\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cem>gochujang\u003c/em>\u003c/a>, a thick, fermented soybean-red chili sauce.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100906\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920c.jpg\" alt=\"BOK SSAM booth\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100906\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920c.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920c-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920c-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920c-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920c-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/chix-waffle1920c-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">BOK SSAM booth \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100923\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920b.jpg\" alt=\"Southern Comfort Kitchen: Fried Mac & Cheese balls\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100923\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920b.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920b-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920b-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920b-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920b-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920b-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Southern Comfort Kitchen: Fried Mac & Cheese balls \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.southerncomfortkitchen.net/\" target=\"_blank\">Southern Comfort Kitchen\u003c/a>: Mac n' cheese balls\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nThe Southern Comfort Kitchen crew -- overseen by three brothers from New Orleans -- have lots of calorie-busting courses on deck, including hush puppy-sized mac & cheese balls. Made with sharp cheddar and smoked Gouda, they're rolled in Italian bread crumbs and then deep-fried to crunchy perfection. Dip them in the housemade marinara sauce and then fight the urge to curl up and take a nap next to their truck afterwards. \u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100922\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920.jpg\" alt=\"Southern Comfort Kitchen truck\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100922\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/southerncomfortkitchen1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Southern Comfort Kitchen truck \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100965\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pork.jpg\" alt=\"Jeepney Guy: Slow-roasted pork belly\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100965\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pork.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pork-400x225.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pork-800x450.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pork-1440x810.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pork-1180x664.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/pork-960x540.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Jeepney Guy: Slow-roasted pork belly \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://jeepneyguy.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Jeepney Guy\u003c/a>: Slow-roasted pork belly\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nWe were bursting at the seams by the time we waddled over to the Jeepney Guy booth (a common form of \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeepney\" target=\"_blank\">public transportation in the Philippines\u003c/a>), but we couldn't resist sampling a bite of their \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lechon\" target=\"_blank\">lechón\u003c/a>, or slow-roasted pork belly -- especially after we saw the glistening racks of meat lazily turning in their mobile rotisserie. Jeepney Guy caters events if you want to wallow in your own personal supply of crispy skin and succulent pork at a private party.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100917\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/jeepney-guy1920c.jpg\" alt=\"Jeepney Guy: Slow-roasted pork belly\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100917\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/jeepney-guy1920c.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/jeepney-guy1920c-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/jeepney-guy1920c-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/jeepney-guy1920c-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/jeepney-guy1920c-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/jeepney-guy1920c-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Jeepney Guy: Slow-roasted pork belly \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100952\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920a.jpg\" alt=\"Girl Friday Zeppole: Savory zeppole\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100952\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920a.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920a-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920a-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920a-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920a-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920a-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Girl Friday Zeppole: Savory zeppole \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.girlfridaysf.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Girl Friday Zeppole\u003c/a>: Savory zeppole\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nSave room for dessert, because there's also a wealth of sugary, deep-fried delights available at Eat Real. Girl Friday Zeppole's Italian fritters are made to order, so your \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zeppole\" target=\"_blank\">zeppoles\u003c/a>\u003c/em> arrive piping hot after they're poured into paper cones. While most folks gravitate towards the sweeter versions made with powdered sugar and lemon zest (with a choice of vanilla bean crème fraîche, Earl Grey chocolate ganache or seasonal blackberry stout dipping sauces), we had to try the sole savory option prepared with smoked salt, parmesan cheese and herbs that matched well with the creamy, mild chili pepper \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harissa\" target=\"_blank\">harissa\u003c/a>\u003c/em> sauce.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100951\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920-use.jpg\" alt=\"Girl Friday Zeppole\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100951\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920-use.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920-use-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920-use-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920-use-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920-use-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/girl-friday-zeppole1920-use-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Girl Friday Zeppole \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100919\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920a.jpg\" alt=\"Mamacita Café : Cardamom donut kebab\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100919\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920a.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920a-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920a-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920a-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920a-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920a-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mamacita Café : Cardamom donut kebab \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.mamacitascafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Mamacita Café\u003c/a>: Cardamom donut kebab\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nBorn through a successful Kickstarter campaign, Mamacita Café is both a mobile pop-up and an innovative workforce program that \u003ca href=\"http://www.eastbayexpress.com/oakland/food-served-with-a-side-of-social-justice/Content?oid=4247620\" target=\"_blank\">supports young women in Oakland\u003c/a> by training and hiring local high school students. Their popular 'donut kebab,' or three tasty donut holes skewered on a stick, came in three flavors at Eat Real: a 'very berry' jam, cardamom glaze (our choice) and a vegan nectarine jam. We passed on the scoop of Fenton's vanilla ice cream (although we would have ordered it under normal, non-food-festival-gorging circumstances.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100959\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920b.jpg\" alt=\"Mamacita Café booth\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100959\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920b.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920b-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920b-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920b-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920b-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/mamacitas1920b-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mamacita Café booth \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100902\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920c.jpg\" alt=\"Bowl’D Acai: Original Gangster\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100902\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920c.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920c-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920c-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920c-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920c-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920c-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bowl’D Acai: Original Gangster \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.bowldacai.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Bowl’D Acai\u003c/a>: Original Gangster\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nIn an attempt to cleanse our palate and unclog our arteries, we made a beeline at the end of our moveable feast towards the bright silver Bowl'D Acai truck. Their 'OG' is made with a blend of \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A%C3%A7a%C3%AD_palm\" target=\"_blank\">açaí\u003c/a> berries, strawberries, bananas and coconut water topped with organic \u003ca href=\"http://www.oneplanetgranola.com/\" target=\"_blank\">One Planet granola\u003c/a>, fresh fruit and coconut shavings and honey. They also had two other punny smoothies -- the 'Hella Green' and the 'Berry White' -- if you want a healthier alternative to the ample beer, cider, wine and spirits for sale as a part of the \u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://eatrealfest.com/about/beverages/\" target=\"_blank\">Drink Real\u003c/a>\u003c/strong> festivities. (But we indulged in both.) \u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100901\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920.jpg\" alt=\"Bowl’D Acai truck\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100901\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/09/bowl-acai1920-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bowl’D Acai truck \u003ccite>(Wendy Goodfriend)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>As a final pro tip:\u003c/strong> Be sure to bring lots of sunblock as you wander through the festival tomorrow and Sunday (here's an online \u003ca href=\"http://eatrealfest.com/about/map-schedule/\" target=\"_blank\">map\u003c/a> to help you plan ahead); it's looking to be another warm weekend according to the weather forecast. You can also check the \u003ca href=\"http://eatrealfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/ERF_2015_SCHEDULE.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">schedule \u003c/a>to find out more about the numerous DIY demos, tastings, live music performances, kids' activities and other events happening at Eat Real. And if you somehow manage to explore everything going on, the first annual \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/events/1649631578627403/\" target=\"_blank\">Town Eats Festival\u003c/a>, co-hosted by \u003ca href=\"http://oaklandish.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Oaklandish\u003c/a> and \u003ca href=\"http://www.lungomareoakland.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Lungomare\u003c/a>, will be in the western section of Jack London Square (East Bay Express has more \u003ca href=\"http://www.eastbayexpress.com/WhatTheFork/archives/2015/09/15/town-eats-offers-a-lower-key-oakland-centric-alternative-to-eat-real\" target=\"_blank\">info about the event\u003c/a>.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cp>As almond milk continues to grow in popularity – drought be damned – two local companies are distinguishing themselves by offering a variety of different flavors; everything from matcha to ginger to chai to cacao to turmeric to a root beer float.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://livingapothecary.com\" target=\"_blank\">The Living Apothecary\u003c/a> and \u003ca href=\"http://threetrees.com\" target=\"_blank\">Three Trees\u003c/a> are both women-owned businesses. And while one is now based in San Mateo, and the other is in the process of building its own kitchen space in Richmond, for a time, they were both at \u003ca href=\"http://www.theberkeleykitchens.com\" target=\"_blank\">The Berkeley Kitchens\u003c/a>, at the same time.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“It could been seen as hard when there’s more competition, but I like to think that we’re all creating a legitimate beverage space for almond milk, we’re all helping to make it more of an accessible and understood beverage,” said Shari Stein Curry, a founder of The Living Apothecary, a business that began in Oakland, in 2012, then moved to Berkeley, and will soon be in Richmond.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“We all have a similar mentality so I’m all about being supportive and building each other up, because ultimately that will create more space and more markets will want to pick us up.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>It’s worthy of mention that the fresh almond milk that these two companies make – and is found in the refrigerated section – is a world of difference than those found in tetrapaks, and it’s more expensive as well. While the latter can sit on store shelves for months, the fresh ones have a relatively short shelf life – eight days for The Living Apothecary and three to four weeks for Three Trees, but both only last a few days once opened – because both of these brands have no fillers or preservatives in them.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100281\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/living-apothecary1.jpg\" alt=\"The Living Apothecary is known for its flavored almond milks and pro-biotic tonics.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"686\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100281\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/living-apothecary1.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/living-apothecary1-400x143.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/living-apothecary1-800x286.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/living-apothecary1-1440x515.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/living-apothecary1-1180x422.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/living-apothecary1-960x343.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Living Apothecary is known for its flavored almond milks and pro-biotic tonics. \u003ccite>(Good Eggs)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Curry was a mixologist at Berkeley’s \u003ca href=\"http://www.rivolirestaurant.com\" target=\"_blank\">Rivoli Restaurant\u003c/a>, and became known for her produce-heavy cocktails that changed with the seasons. She became friendly with a server on staff there, Traci Hunt who was a juicing enthusiast, and they launched their business focusing mostly on pressed juices, but with lines of almond milks and probiotic tonics, too.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>This January, they decided to drop the pressed juices and focus only on their almond milks and tonics, which are made from kefir grains.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“It was an emotional decision but our business has dictated what’s needed to happen, and we’re more focused now,” said Curry.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>While they launched with four flavors of almond milk: regular, cacao rose, turmeric snap and ginger vanilla bean, they’ve since added matcha, root beer float “we needed to create our own syrup to make it healthy, so we use dates, molasses, sasparilla, burdock root and juniper berries,” said Curry, “it’s such a beautiful syrup that’s actually healthy,” and a cacao peppermint almond cashew milk that was meant to be seasonal, but sold so well that they’ve kept it year-round.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>A flavored 13 ounce bottle sells for $7.99 on the online marketplace \u003ca href=\"https://www.goodeggs.com/sfbay/everyday-staples-new\" target=\"_blank\">Good Eggs\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Currently they are sourcing their almonds from Spain, where they can get high quality organic almonds.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“With the drought, we feel a bit more passionate about not contributing to it,” said Curry, which is why they went from sourcing their almonds locally to getting them from abroad. “However, the almond industry is a fluctuating world, and we’re trying to do our best. We have some relationships with some farmers in the area who are pesticide-free and can’t afford to be certified as organic. We could potentially switch over at some point.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The only sweetener they use is dates.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“People are floored by our flavors, and they have so many nutritional benefits,” said Curry, explaining that with almond milk, you get all of the nutrients of the almonds, but without the high fat content, and the nut milk is also a rich source of vitamin E.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_100279\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/almond-three-trees.jpg\" alt=\"Three Trees offers a thicker almond milk and uses organic cane sugar as a sweetener, making it more of an indulgence.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1256\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100279\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/almond-three-trees.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/almond-three-trees-400x262.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/almond-three-trees-800x523.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/almond-three-trees-1440x942.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/almond-three-trees-1180x772.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/almond-three-trees-960x628.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Three Trees offers a thicker almond milk and uses organic cane sugar as a sweetener, making it more of an indulgence. \u003ccite>(Lauren Burnett)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Meanwhile, Three Trees was founded by Jenny Eu, who also set out to create a pure, healthful plant-based beverage. While she offered pistachio and cashew milks at first as well, she too narrowed down her product line, deciding to just focus on almond milk.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Lauren Burnett, a production manager at Three Trees said the company did not feel it could keep its product at a reasonable price point if they used organic almonds, so they source conventional almonds from the Central Valley. When asked about the drought, Salleigh Knox, operations manager, said “we’ve built in fluctuating almond pricing into our price on the shelves, so now we don’t foresee passing on additional costs to our consumers. But we’re listening to the news like everyone else.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Given that there is a lot of talk about how much water is used to produce one almond, she said, “Everything we grow uses water, and almonds have a spotlight on them because they’re a high-yielding crop. We don’t want to point fingers, as everyone can help with the drought by using water more efficiently.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Three Trees is the almond milk supplier for \u003ca href=\"https://www.goodeggs.com/sfbay/produce?welcome=yes\" target=\"_blank\">Blue Bottle Coffee \u003c/a>stores in the Bay Area, and it’s sold in about 15 markets.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In addition to unsweetened regular – in which it also comes in a large size – it comes in vanilla, which they say tastes a bit like melted vanilla ice cream, cold-brewed coffee – which has a third the amount of caffeine as a cup of coffee does – a chai spice, which has no caffeine, cocoa and matcha.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The company positions the 12-oz size, which retails on Good Eggs for $6.99 as “a healthy indulgence for breakfast, or on your way out the door, or when you need something to hold you over between meals,” said Burnett. “It fills you up but not so much that you’re not hungry for dinner.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In summary, here are the main differences between the two: while both companies have a matcha flavor, all of their other flavors are different from each other. Three Trees is definitely thicker, making it more like a milkshake, and indeed, “some of our customers feel they can have one as an afternoon pick-me-up and not feel as guilty as if they had a milkshake,” said Burnett. Both companies soak their almonds to make them more easily digestible. The Living Apothecary uses glass bottles while Three Trees uses plastic (those who buy the Living Apothecary at the Farmers Markets can and do bring their bottles back for re-use) and The Living Apothecary uses dates as its sweetening agent, while Three Trees uses organic cane sugar, because they prefer the taste. Also, the Living Apothecary currently uses organic almonds from Spain, while Three Trees gets its non-organic almonds from the Central Valley. Both companies sell single sizes of their flavored milks, and large-sized plain ones. While both companies provided me with plenty of samples, I didn’t find myself liking one company over the other; they are just different, and my guess is that most people will probably just choose by which flavor they like the best, though those looking more for a milkshake-like treat will be predisposed to go for Three Threes, and those who prefer organic and/or no sugar will go for The Living Apothecary.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>This is certainly an expanding market; while the two companies profiled above certainly offer more in terms of their selection of flavors, there are plenty of other Bay Area companies making other flavored almond milks. \u003ca href=\"http://milkmansf.com\" target=\"_blank\">MilkmanSF\u003c/a> has coconut almond, and a kit for making your own cacao almond milk; \u003ca href=\"http://foragerproject.com\" target=\"_blank\">Forager\u003c/a> offers nut milks made from a variety of nuts, not only almonds, with coffee, coconut, vanilla, chocolate, matcha and walnuts and honey; \u003ca href=\"http://happymoosejuice.com\" target=\"_blank\">Happy Moose Juice\u003c/a> offers vanilla and chocolate almond milk; \u003ca href=\"http://www.popandbottle.com\" target=\"_blank\">Pop & Bottle\u003c/a> offers vanilla and chai; \u003ca href=\"https://www.urbanremedy.com\" target=\"_blank\">Urban Remedy\u003c/a> offers regular and matcha; \u003ca href=\"http://www.marinlivingfoods.com\" target=\"_blank\">Marin Living Foods\u003c/a> has regular, vanilla and chia seeds; and a cacao almond smoothie. (Did we miss anyone? Please announce yourselves in the comments if we did).\u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cp>When the woman at the Small Business Administration discovered that 25-year old Tee Tran wanted a loan to open a Vietnamese restaurant even though he had absolutely no experience in the food business, she laughed at him. “You’re kidding me, right? Do you know your chances of getting a business loan,” she asked rhetorically. “It’s zero! Don’t even think about it.” Rather than discourage him, those cutting remarks inspired Tran to prove her wrong.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_99881\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-pho.jpg\" alt=\"Pho at Monster Pho.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-99881\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-pho.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-pho-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-pho-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-pho-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-pho-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-pho-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pho at Monster Pho. \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.monsterpho.com\" target=\"_blank\">Monster Pho\u003c/a>, his often-mobbed, year-old Oakland restaurant is a testament to Tran’s tenacity. At lunchtime, the airy dining room is buzzing with banter and tables are filled with a blue-green sea of scrubs, sported by numerous Kaiser Medical Center employees. It’s not just proximity that repeatedly brings Kaiser folks, Cal students and locals alike to the restaurant with the cute monster logo, but gracious service and dependably fresh, traditional Vietnamese cooking. Hearty bowls of pho soup, vermicelli noodle plates, crispy imperial rolls, Vietnamese crepes and banh mi sandwiches are served in a welcoming, light-filled room. Unfailingly polite, Tran treats both his customers and employees like family.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Opening a successful restaurant is not the first time this family has beaten the odds. When he was a toddler, Tran, his parents and two older brothers escaped from Vietnam in 1989 as “boat people.” After spending two long years in refugee camps in Thailand and the Philippines, they landed in Oakland--with literally nothing. He remembers the five of them sleeping huddled together for warmth on their bare living room floor.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_99882\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/TT-and-Mom.jpg\" alt=\"Tee Tran and mom, Tina Le.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1603\" class=\"size-full wp-image-99882\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/TT-and-Mom.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/TT-and-Mom-400x334.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/TT-and-Mom-800x668.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/TT-and-Mom-1440x1202.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/TT-and-Mom-1180x985.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/TT-and-Mom-960x802.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Tee Tran and mom, Tina Le. \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Tran’s mother, Tina Le, has always been his hero, mentor and inspiration. “She worked four jobs to keep the family afloat [as a dishwasher, babysitter, caregiver and seamstress]. She never took 'failure' as an answer,\" says Tran. Part of his motivation to open a restaurant was to honor his mother and make sure he could take of her, the way she had taken care of the family. Ironically, his devotion to the family recipes resulted in Le’s insistence on working in his kitchen daily to prepare her sauces.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Tran, now 31, has been an ingenious entrepreneur since the age of eight, when he borrowed money from his mother to purchase candy bars, which he then went door to door and sold for double what he paid. The whole family worked together on paper routes and sewing upholstery samples to earn money for the household. Tran also learned from his mother that no matter the difficulties thrown in one’s path, one should still treat others with respect and kindness.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_99883\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Mp-spring-roll.jpg\" alt=\"Monster Pho's spring roll.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2762\" class=\"size-full wp-image-99883\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Mp-spring-roll.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Mp-spring-roll-400x575.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Mp-spring-roll-800x1151.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Mp-spring-roll-1440x2072.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Mp-spring-roll-1180x1697.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Mp-spring-roll-960x1381.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Monster Pho's spring roll. \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The Monster in his restaurant’s name stemmed from Tran’s desire to be different and appeal to kids. Its family-friendly atmosphere includes crayons and coloring book pages to keep little diners busy; plus scissors and small bowls are provided so parents can cut up noodles and pieces of meat into kid-sized bites--in the traditional way. Tran has also made his restaurant 100% peanut-free, an unusual move for a Vietnamese restaurant--where peanuts are regularly ground into sauces or crushed and sprinkled over dishes for texture--but one that has parents of children with peanut allergies cheering\u003cem>. \u003c/em>Tran aims to cater to a range of diners, so his Vegetable Pho uses a 100% vegetarian broth and his Chicken Pho is made with a chicken broth (without beef).\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Using her son as an interpreter, Tina Le explains shyly that growing up in Vietnam she was the second oldest of 10 children and helped take care of her siblings. Those duties, plus the fact that her family moved many times, prevented her from regularly attending school. The reason she wanted to bring her family to the U.S. was so that they could get the education she didn’t.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Monster Pho’s menu is simple and straightforward. “Everything is as Mom and Grandma made it,” says Tran. “If you start playing around with fusion, stuffing the spring rolls with all kinds of things, you lose where you came from.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_99884\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/mp-pandan.jpg\" alt=\"Monster Pho's pandan waffle dessert.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-99884\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/mp-pandan.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/mp-pandan-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/mp-pandan-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/mp-pandan-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/mp-pandan-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/mp-pandan-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Monster Pho's pandan waffle dessert. \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>“In Vietnamese culture,” Tran says, “you don’t throw anything away; you use every part of the cow and the chicken.” For the soup broth, he daily simmers 100 pounds of beef bones in a 160-quart pot with onions and spices such as star anise, coriander and ginger. Tran admits they are always fine-tuning the broth. After months of trial and error, they also came up with a version of kelly-green pandan waffles, a popular Vietnamese street food, usually eaten plain. But Tran tops his decadent dessert waffle with ice cream and whipped cream.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Prior to opening Monster Pho, Tran worked for seven years at an auto dealership, that’s coincidentally just down the street. His deeply held feelings about honesty and integrity didn’t exactly match up with the standard operating procedure for car dealers. Tran stubbornly followed his own internal compass, but found out that his fellow car salesmen had a wager going, on how soon he would be fired or quit. “That lit a fire under me,” says Tran “and in my third month, I sold so many cars I almost made ‘Salesman of the Month.’” Although Tran did well selling cars, he knew his future lay elsewhere.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>While working at the dealership, he kept a notebook of possible ideas for businesses. After he finally decided to open a Vietnamese restaurant, he scouted the Bay Area for a good location and was surprised to see a For Rent sign in a print shop, down the block from the car dealership. When he approached the landlords with his plan, however, they thought he was joking or crazy. “They brushed me off, but that’s always something that motivates me,” says Tran, smiling. “If people tell me I can’t do something, then I \u003cem>have\u003c/em> to do it. Six months later, he came back and the storefront was still available.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_99887\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1.jpg\" alt=\"Monster Pho's flan with coffee syrup.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1920\" class=\"size-full wp-image-99887\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1-400x400.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1-800x800.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1-1440x1440.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1-1180x1180.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1-960x960.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1-32x32.jpg 32w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1-64x64.jpg 64w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1-96x96.jpg 96w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1-128x128.jpg 128w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1-150x150.jpg 150w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1-75x75.jpg 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Monster Pho's flan with coffee syrup. \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Now, Tran is riding high. He happily greets his loyal customers and oversees the dining room. At Monster Pho, there is often a waiting list to be seated. Oh, and that woman from the Small Business Association who was so discouraging, Tran would like to find her again – to thank her.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.monsterpho.com\" target=\"_blank\">Monster Pho\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n3905 Broadway, Oakland [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/UGdRcT\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nPh: 510-788-4459\u003cbr>\nHours: Wed-Mon 11am-9pm, Closed Tuesday\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/MonsterPHO?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\">Monster Pho\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/MONSTERPHO\" target=\"_blank\">@MONSTERPHO\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (entrees $9-$13)\u003c/p>\n\n",
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"excerpt": "Tee Tran's Monster Pho defies expectations. Tran, who opened this Oakland Vietnamese eatery last year, was warned repeatedly that as a first-time restaurant-owner with no previous experience, that his plan was \"impossible\" and \"doomed to fail.\" He has proven his critics wrong with simple, traditional dishes from his mother's recipes, served in a hip, family-friendly atmosphere (that is also 100% peanut-free). ",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>When the woman at the Small Business Administration discovered that 25-year old Tee Tran wanted a loan to open a Vietnamese restaurant even though he had absolutely no experience in the food business, she laughed at him. “You’re kidding me, right? Do you know your chances of getting a business loan,” she asked rhetorically. “It’s zero! Don’t even think about it.” Rather than discourage him, those cutting remarks inspired Tran to prove her wrong.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_99881\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-pho.jpg\" alt=\"Pho at Monster Pho.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-99881\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-pho.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-pho-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-pho-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-pho-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-pho-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-pho-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pho at Monster Pho. \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.monsterpho.com\" target=\"_blank\">Monster Pho\u003c/a>, his often-mobbed, year-old Oakland restaurant is a testament to Tran’s tenacity. At lunchtime, the airy dining room is buzzing with banter and tables are filled with a blue-green sea of scrubs, sported by numerous Kaiser Medical Center employees. It’s not just proximity that repeatedly brings Kaiser folks, Cal students and locals alike to the restaurant with the cute monster logo, but gracious service and dependably fresh, traditional Vietnamese cooking. Hearty bowls of pho soup, vermicelli noodle plates, crispy imperial rolls, Vietnamese crepes and banh mi sandwiches are served in a welcoming, light-filled room. Unfailingly polite, Tran treats both his customers and employees like family.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Opening a successful restaurant is not the first time this family has beaten the odds. When he was a toddler, Tran, his parents and two older brothers escaped from Vietnam in 1989 as “boat people.” After spending two long years in refugee camps in Thailand and the Philippines, they landed in Oakland--with literally nothing. He remembers the five of them sleeping huddled together for warmth on their bare living room floor.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_99882\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/TT-and-Mom.jpg\" alt=\"Tee Tran and mom, Tina Le.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1603\" class=\"size-full wp-image-99882\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/TT-and-Mom.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/TT-and-Mom-400x334.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/TT-and-Mom-800x668.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/TT-and-Mom-1440x1202.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/TT-and-Mom-1180x985.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/TT-and-Mom-960x802.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Tee Tran and mom, Tina Le. \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Tran’s mother, Tina Le, has always been his hero, mentor and inspiration. “She worked four jobs to keep the family afloat [as a dishwasher, babysitter, caregiver and seamstress]. She never took 'failure' as an answer,\" says Tran. Part of his motivation to open a restaurant was to honor his mother and make sure he could take of her, the way she had taken care of the family. Ironically, his devotion to the family recipes resulted in Le’s insistence on working in his kitchen daily to prepare her sauces.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Tran, now 31, has been an ingenious entrepreneur since the age of eight, when he borrowed money from his mother to purchase candy bars, which he then went door to door and sold for double what he paid. The whole family worked together on paper routes and sewing upholstery samples to earn money for the household. Tran also learned from his mother that no matter the difficulties thrown in one’s path, one should still treat others with respect and kindness.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_99883\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Mp-spring-roll.jpg\" alt=\"Monster Pho's spring roll.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2762\" class=\"size-full wp-image-99883\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Mp-spring-roll.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Mp-spring-roll-400x575.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Mp-spring-roll-800x1151.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Mp-spring-roll-1440x2072.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Mp-spring-roll-1180x1697.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Mp-spring-roll-960x1381.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Monster Pho's spring roll. \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The Monster in his restaurant’s name stemmed from Tran’s desire to be different and appeal to kids. Its family-friendly atmosphere includes crayons and coloring book pages to keep little diners busy; plus scissors and small bowls are provided so parents can cut up noodles and pieces of meat into kid-sized bites--in the traditional way. Tran has also made his restaurant 100% peanut-free, an unusual move for a Vietnamese restaurant--where peanuts are regularly ground into sauces or crushed and sprinkled over dishes for texture--but one that has parents of children with peanut allergies cheering\u003cem>. \u003c/em>Tran aims to cater to a range of diners, so his Vegetable Pho uses a 100% vegetarian broth and his Chicken Pho is made with a chicken broth (without beef).\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Using her son as an interpreter, Tina Le explains shyly that growing up in Vietnam she was the second oldest of 10 children and helped take care of her siblings. Those duties, plus the fact that her family moved many times, prevented her from regularly attending school. The reason she wanted to bring her family to the U.S. was so that they could get the education she didn’t.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Monster Pho’s menu is simple and straightforward. “Everything is as Mom and Grandma made it,” says Tran. “If you start playing around with fusion, stuffing the spring rolls with all kinds of things, you lose where you came from.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_99884\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/mp-pandan.jpg\" alt=\"Monster Pho's pandan waffle dessert.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" class=\"size-full wp-image-99884\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/mp-pandan.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/mp-pandan-400x300.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/mp-pandan-800x600.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/mp-pandan-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/mp-pandan-1180x885.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/mp-pandan-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Monster Pho's pandan waffle dessert. \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>“In Vietnamese culture,” Tran says, “you don’t throw anything away; you use every part of the cow and the chicken.” For the soup broth, he daily simmers 100 pounds of beef bones in a 160-quart pot with onions and spices such as star anise, coriander and ginger. Tran admits they are always fine-tuning the broth. After months of trial and error, they also came up with a version of kelly-green pandan waffles, a popular Vietnamese street food, usually eaten plain. But Tran tops his decadent dessert waffle with ice cream and whipped cream.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Prior to opening Monster Pho, Tran worked for seven years at an auto dealership, that’s coincidentally just down the street. His deeply held feelings about honesty and integrity didn’t exactly match up with the standard operating procedure for car dealers. Tran stubbornly followed his own internal compass, but found out that his fellow car salesmen had a wager going, on how soon he would be fired or quit. “That lit a fire under me,” says Tran “and in my third month, I sold so many cars I almost made ‘Salesman of the Month.’” Although Tran did well selling cars, he knew his future lay elsewhere.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>While working at the dealership, he kept a notebook of possible ideas for businesses. After he finally decided to open a Vietnamese restaurant, he scouted the Bay Area for a good location and was surprised to see a For Rent sign in a print shop, down the block from the car dealership. When he approached the landlords with his plan, however, they thought he was joking or crazy. “They brushed me off, but that’s always something that motivates me,” says Tran, smiling. “If people tell me I can’t do something, then I \u003cem>have\u003c/em> to do it. Six months later, he came back and the storefront was still available.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_99887\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1.jpg\" alt=\"Monster Pho's flan with coffee syrup.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1920\" class=\"size-full wp-image-99887\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1-400x400.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1-800x800.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1-1440x1440.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1-1180x1180.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1-960x960.jpg 960w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1-32x32.jpg 32w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1-64x64.jpg 64w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1-96x96.jpg 96w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1-128x128.jpg 128w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1-150x150.jpg 150w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/Monster-pho-flan1-75x75.jpg 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Monster Pho's flan with coffee syrup. \u003ccite>(Anna Mindess)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Now, Tran is riding high. He happily greets his loyal customers and oversees the dining room. At Monster Pho, there is often a waiting list to be seated. Oh, and that woman from the Small Business Association who was so discouraging, Tran would like to find her again – to thank her.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"disqusTitle": "Bay Area Bites Guide to 6 Favorite Falafel Joints in the Bay",
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"content": "\u003cp>As much as enthusiastic fried chickpea eaters would like to disagree, the Bay Area is not a falafel town. (Okay, the Bay Area is also definitely \u003cem>not\u003c/em> a town, so forgive the figure of speech.) There are dozens upon dozens of Middle Eastern delis slinging the round orbs of fried ground beans, but most are — at best — doing a mediocre job. Dip on over to Yelp and you’ll find each of these delis with at least a 3 ½ star rating, with reviewers equally split between those decrying dense, leaden falafels and those gleefully shouting: “Best. Falafel. Ever!!!!!”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>So what is a Bay-bound falafel lover to do? While there is no one spot that churns out the absolute perfect falafel specimen, there are several restaurants and delis that get close — or at least they cover up their imperfections with delicious toppings. Our top picks are below.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The other option is, of course, to make falafel yourself. Stay tuned for a recipe.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Best All-Around Falafel: Sunrise Deli, Outer Sunset, San Francisco\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_99803\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/sunrise-deli-plate-2-new.jpg\" alt=\"The vegetarian plate at Sunrise Deli in San Francisco includes falafel, hummus, cucumber salad, one dolma, lentils and rice.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-99803\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/sunrise-deli-plate-2-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/sunrise-deli-plate-2-new-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/sunrise-deli-plate-2-new-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/sunrise-deli-plate-2-new-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/sunrise-deli-plate-2-new-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/sunrise-deli-plate-2-new-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The vegetarian plate at Sunrise Deli in San Francisco includes falafel, hummus, cucumber salad, one dolma, lentils and rice. \u003ccite>(Kate Williams)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Sunrise Deli has five Bay Area locations, but eaters in the know consider the Irving Street location to be the only spot worth visiting. I cringed a bit when I learned this fact — I live in the East Bay and its Berkeley location is, at best, 30 minutes closer to my apartment — but I dutifully hopped in the car and braved weekend traffic to get myself over to the Outer Sunset.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>It was worth the drive. Sunset Deli fries the closest thing to a great falafel in the Bay. Each falafel is fried immediately after ordering and comes to the plate (or lavash wrap) ripping hot and greaseless. The burnished brown exterior is crazy-crisp, providing excellent contrast to the soft, crumbly interior. Sunrise isn’t shy with the spice; these falafel leave a pleasant, lingering burn long after demolishing the plate. My only quibble was that the centers verged on mushy. These falafel certainly aren’t dense, but I would have appreciated a bit more texture.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I ordered my falafel as part of a vegetarian plate, but next time, I’d just go for an order of a dozen and pop them one by one while walking them off in the park.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.sunrisedeli.net\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Sunrise Deli\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n2115 Irving St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/htoh1x\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94122\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 664-8210\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sat, 9am-9pm; Sun, 10am-8pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/BestFalafel\" target=\"_blank\">Sunrise Deli\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/sunrisedeli\" target=\"_blank\">@SunriseDeli\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ ($7 to $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Biggest Bang for Your Buck: Kobani, University Avenue, Berkeley\u003c/strong> \u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_99805\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/kobani-falafel-plate-2.jpg\" alt=\"Falafel, hummus and tabouli salad at Kobani in Berkeley.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1311\" class=\"size-full wp-image-99805\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/kobani-falafel-plate-2.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/kobani-falafel-plate-2-400x273.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/kobani-falafel-plate-2-800x546.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/kobani-falafel-plate-2-1440x983.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/kobani-falafel-plate-2-1180x806.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/kobani-falafel-plate-2-960x656.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Falafel, hummus and tabouli salad at Kobani in Berkeley. \u003ccite>(Kate Williams)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Kobani is a brand-new Kurdish restaurant in central Berkeley. It replaced a long-empty storefront at the corner of University and Martin Luther King, and it has so far been a very welcome addition to the neighborhood. The restaurant serves a mean shawarma, but their falafels are also pretty decent.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>They’re also huge. Each falafel is close to the size of my fist. This extra size leaves room for a bigger swath of crunchy outside bits, which I like. The interior verges on mushy and is a little too dense, but it is expertly seasoned and full of herbs and other goodness. Order the falafel plate and you’ll also be treated to an excellent, tangy tabouli salad. Add a (tiny) scoop of the super-hot hot sauce on every table, too.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/kobani-mediterranean-grill-berkeley-2\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Kobani\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1901 University Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/951PU0\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, Ca 94704\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 529-4884\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Thu, 11am-10pm; Fri-Sat, 11am-11pm\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (less than $8)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Best Sandwich: Truly Mediterranean, Mission District, San Francisco\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_99802\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/truly-med-falafel-deluxe-new.jpg\" alt=\"The falafel deluxe sandwich at Truly Mediterranean in San Francisco includes eggplant and potatoes in addition to falafel.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-99802\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/truly-med-falafel-deluxe-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/truly-med-falafel-deluxe-new-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/truly-med-falafel-deluxe-new-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/truly-med-falafel-deluxe-new-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/truly-med-falafel-deluxe-new-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/truly-med-falafel-deluxe-new-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The falafel deluxe sandwich at Truly Mediterranean in San Francisco includes eggplant and potatoes in addition to falafel. \u003ccite>(Kate Williams)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>I don’t typically go for falafel sandwiches — too often the excess sauce and hummus also wrapped up in the lavash quickly reduces once crisp falafels to weird, soggy mush. However, the item to order at Truly Mediterranean in the Mission is clearly the “falafel deluxe” sandwich. Everyone in the tiny shop at the corner of 16th and Valencia was ordering it. And everyone who saw my Instagram picture of my lunch that day agreed that this sandwich was the bomb.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>It is, truly, a good sandwich. Weird, but good. Inside the gigantic lavash wrap is a mix of curiosities — room temperature fried potatoes, grilled eggplant, cucumber salad, onions, tahini and, of course, falafel. It either comes spicy, or not. The whole thing gets a quick stint on the hot grill, blistering and charring the exterior. The fried chickpea patties in question manage to hold on to their crispness for almost the entire time it takes to eat the super burrito-sized sandwich. They’ve got a hearty crust, which helps them hold up to the toppings, and a pleasant, if slightly dense, crumbly texture. Overall, however, I found the falafel (and potatoes and eggplant) underseasoned. Take your falafel deluxe home and season to taste.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://trulymediterraneans.com\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Truly Mediterranean\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n3109 16th St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/lVZQpd\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94110\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 252-7482\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Thu, 11am-10pm; Fri-Sat, 11am-11pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/TrulyMediterranean\" target=\"_blank\">Truly Mediterranean\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/TrulyMedSF\" target=\"_blank\">@TrulyMedSF\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ ($8.75)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Fluffiest Falafel: King of Falafel, Lower Pacific Heights, San Francisco\u003c/strong> [CLOSED]\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_99807\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/king-of-falafel-veg-plate-2.jpg\" alt=\"The vegetarian plate at King of Falafel in San Francisco.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1241\" class=\"size-full wp-image-99807\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/king-of-falafel-veg-plate-2.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/king-of-falafel-veg-plate-2-400x259.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/king-of-falafel-veg-plate-2-800x517.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/king-of-falafel-veg-plate-2-1440x931.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/king-of-falafel-veg-plate-2-1180x763.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/king-of-falafel-veg-plate-2-960x621.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The vegetarian plate at King of Falafel in San Francisco. \u003ccite>(Kate Williams)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>King of Falafel probably isn’t going to be around in 2016, so the time is now to get over to the Lower Pacific Heights deli. The 40-year-old restaurant was given its marching orders back in April 2014, but has managed to hold onto its space at the corner of Bush and Divisadero through at least the end of the year.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>They also make the fluffiest falafel I ate while compiling this guide. It’s quite a feat, actually, because King of Falafel’s namesake bites are simultaneously the greasiest and crispest as well. These falafel are, therefore, not for the finicky or the frier-shy. Rather, they’re satisfying in the same way that a giant plate of French fries can be at 2 a.m. Generously dip each falafel into the excellent, garlic-y hot sauce sitting at each table and say a quiet prayer to old San Francisco.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://kingoffalafelsf.com/Home.php\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>King of Falafel\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> [CLOSED]\u003cbr>\n1801 Divisadero St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/XWVN7v\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94115\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 931-5455\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri, 9am-7pm; Sat, 10am-5pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/King-of-Falafel/117461945100875\" target=\"_blank\">King of Falafel\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ ($8 to $10.50)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Best Toppings: Liba Falafel, Uptown Oakland\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_99804\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/liba-salad-5-new.jpg\" alt=\"The falafel salad with all the toppings at Liba Falafel in Oakland.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-99804\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/liba-salad-5-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/liba-salad-5-new-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/liba-salad-5-new-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/liba-salad-5-new-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/liba-salad-5-new-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/liba-salad-5-new-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The falafel salad with all the toppings at Liba Falafel in Oakland. \u003ccite>(Kate Williams)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Liba Falafel in Uptown Oakland definitely falls in the new-school falafel camp. The popular food truck-turned-brick-and-mortar capitalized on the Bay’s lack of a topping-intensive falafel bar after New York chain Maoz closed its Berkeley operations. It’s a bright and shiny spot that makes you feel healthier and happier just by setting foot inside.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>At Liba, there’s basically only one real menu choice to make — salad or sandwich — and then the fun part starts. If you go the sandwich route, you’ll be handed a warm pita filled with falafels. Choose salad, and you’ll get an empty bowl. Progress to the toppings bar next. It holds inside its little bins a truly astounding number of salads, pickles, sauces, cheeses and nuts with which to deck out your lunch. There are baby greens for salad eaters, of course, but the real way to build a quality meal is to go heavy on the prepared items, like the excellent eggplant salad and beet hummus.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The falafel themselves are somewhat of an afterthought. If you want freshly fried falafel, you’ll want to order the sandwich — salad eaters get to pluck their falafels from a bin on the toppings bar. Liba’s falafels have a high ratio of crisp exterior to crumbly, moist interior. They’re not mushy, but come off a bit dense. Serviceable.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://libafalafel.com\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Liba Falafel\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n380 17th St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/5eB6ne\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94612\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 806-5422\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri, 11 am-2:30 pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/libafalafel\" target=\"_blank\">Liba Falafel\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/libafalafel\" target=\"_blank\">@libafalafel\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ ($8-$13)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Best Falafel-Topped Salad: Ba-Bite, Piedmont Avenue, Oakland\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_99808\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/ba-bite-salad-3-new.jpg\" alt=\"Beet, Ras al Hanout, and Yam salad with Falafel at Ba-Bite.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-99808\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/ba-bite-salad-3-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/ba-bite-salad-3-new-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/ba-bite-salad-3-new-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/ba-bite-salad-3-new-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/ba-bite-salad-3-new-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/ba-bite-salad-3-new-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Beet, Ras al Hanout, and Yam salad with Falafel at Ba-Bite. \u003ccite>(Kate Williams)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Also in the new-school camp is recently-opened Ba-Bite on Oakland’s Piedmont Avenue. Much of this counter-service restaurant’s menu seems inspired by the ever-popular Yotam Ottolenghi cookbook, “\u003ca href=\"http://www.amazon.com/Jerusalem-A-Cookbook-Yotam-Ottolenghi/dp/1607743949\" target=\"_blank\">Jerusalem\u003c/a>” — not a bad thing. You can easily make a meal out of a hummus plate and a couple of salads, and I wouldn’t discourage it.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Ba-Bite’s falafel are an earnest attempt at the form. They’re made with a combination of chickpeas and fava beans, which I can appreciate for the complexity of flavor. Ba-Bite also knows its way around a salt cellar — the falafel are perfectly seasoned. However, at each visit, I’ve found their falafel to be far too soft. The exterior needs more crunch; the interior needs more crumble. The requisite tahini drizzle does not help. On the other hand, if you’re looking to bulk up one of their excellent salads with some vegetarian protein, the falafel is not a bad way to go. Order hummus on the side.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.babiteoakland.com\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Ba-Bite\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n3905 Piedmont Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/BPE8rw\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nOakland, CA 94611\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 250-9526\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Thu, 11am-8 pm; Fri-Sat, 11am-8:30pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/babitepiedmont\" target=\"_blank\">Ba-Bite\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $$ ($11.50-$13)\u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>As much as enthusiastic fried chickpea eaters would like to disagree, the Bay Area is not a falafel town. (Okay, the Bay Area is also definitely \u003cem>not\u003c/em> a town, so forgive the figure of speech.) There are dozens upon dozens of Middle Eastern delis slinging the round orbs of fried ground beans, but most are — at best — doing a mediocre job. Dip on over to Yelp and you’ll find each of these delis with at least a 3 ½ star rating, with reviewers equally split between those decrying dense, leaden falafels and those gleefully shouting: “Best. Falafel. Ever!!!!!”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>So what is a Bay-bound falafel lover to do? While there is no one spot that churns out the absolute perfect falafel specimen, there are several restaurants and delis that get close — or at least they cover up their imperfections with delicious toppings. Our top picks are below.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The other option is, of course, to make falafel yourself. Stay tuned for a recipe.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Best All-Around Falafel: Sunrise Deli, Outer Sunset, San Francisco\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_99803\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/sunrise-deli-plate-2-new.jpg\" alt=\"The vegetarian plate at Sunrise Deli in San Francisco includes falafel, hummus, cucumber salad, one dolma, lentils and rice.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-99803\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/sunrise-deli-plate-2-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/sunrise-deli-plate-2-new-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/sunrise-deli-plate-2-new-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/sunrise-deli-plate-2-new-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/sunrise-deli-plate-2-new-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/sunrise-deli-plate-2-new-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The vegetarian plate at Sunrise Deli in San Francisco includes falafel, hummus, cucumber salad, one dolma, lentils and rice. \u003ccite>(Kate Williams)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Sunrise Deli has five Bay Area locations, but eaters in the know consider the Irving Street location to be the only spot worth visiting. I cringed a bit when I learned this fact — I live in the East Bay and its Berkeley location is, at best, 30 minutes closer to my apartment — but I dutifully hopped in the car and braved weekend traffic to get myself over to the Outer Sunset.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>It was worth the drive. Sunset Deli fries the closest thing to a great falafel in the Bay. Each falafel is fried immediately after ordering and comes to the plate (or lavash wrap) ripping hot and greaseless. The burnished brown exterior is crazy-crisp, providing excellent contrast to the soft, crumbly interior. Sunrise isn’t shy with the spice; these falafel leave a pleasant, lingering burn long after demolishing the plate. My only quibble was that the centers verged on mushy. These falafel certainly aren’t dense, but I would have appreciated a bit more texture.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I ordered my falafel as part of a vegetarian plate, but next time, I’d just go for an order of a dozen and pop them one by one while walking them off in the park.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.sunrisedeli.net\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Sunrise Deli\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n2115 Irving St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/htoh1x\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94122\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 664-8210\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Sat, 9am-9pm; Sun, 10am-8pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/BestFalafel\" target=\"_blank\">Sunrise Deli\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/sunrisedeli\" target=\"_blank\">@SunriseDeli\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ ($7 to $10)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Biggest Bang for Your Buck: Kobani, University Avenue, Berkeley\u003c/strong> \u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_99805\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/kobani-falafel-plate-2.jpg\" alt=\"Falafel, hummus and tabouli salad at Kobani in Berkeley.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1311\" class=\"size-full wp-image-99805\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/kobani-falafel-plate-2.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/kobani-falafel-plate-2-400x273.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/kobani-falafel-plate-2-800x546.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/kobani-falafel-plate-2-1440x983.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/kobani-falafel-plate-2-1180x806.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/kobani-falafel-plate-2-960x656.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Falafel, hummus and tabouli salad at Kobani in Berkeley. \u003ccite>(Kate Williams)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Kobani is a brand-new Kurdish restaurant in central Berkeley. It replaced a long-empty storefront at the corner of University and Martin Luther King, and it has so far been a very welcome addition to the neighborhood. The restaurant serves a mean shawarma, but their falafels are also pretty decent.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>They’re also huge. Each falafel is close to the size of my fist. This extra size leaves room for a bigger swath of crunchy outside bits, which I like. The interior verges on mushy and is a little too dense, but it is expertly seasoned and full of herbs and other goodness. Order the falafel plate and you’ll also be treated to an excellent, tangy tabouli salad. Add a (tiny) scoop of the super-hot hot sauce on every table, too.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/kobani-mediterranean-grill-berkeley-2\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Kobani\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n1901 University Ave. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/951PU0\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nBerkeley, Ca 94704\u003cbr>\nPh: (510) 529-4884\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Thu, 11am-10pm; Fri-Sat, 11am-11pm\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ (less than $8)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Best Sandwich: Truly Mediterranean, Mission District, San Francisco\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_99802\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/truly-med-falafel-deluxe-new.jpg\" alt=\"The falafel deluxe sandwich at Truly Mediterranean in San Francisco includes eggplant and potatoes in addition to falafel.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-99802\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/truly-med-falafel-deluxe-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/truly-med-falafel-deluxe-new-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/truly-med-falafel-deluxe-new-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/truly-med-falafel-deluxe-new-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/truly-med-falafel-deluxe-new-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/truly-med-falafel-deluxe-new-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The falafel deluxe sandwich at Truly Mediterranean in San Francisco includes eggplant and potatoes in addition to falafel. \u003ccite>(Kate Williams)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>I don’t typically go for falafel sandwiches — too often the excess sauce and hummus also wrapped up in the lavash quickly reduces once crisp falafels to weird, soggy mush. However, the item to order at Truly Mediterranean in the Mission is clearly the “falafel deluxe” sandwich. Everyone in the tiny shop at the corner of 16th and Valencia was ordering it. And everyone who saw my Instagram picture of my lunch that day agreed that this sandwich was the bomb.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>It is, truly, a good sandwich. Weird, but good. Inside the gigantic lavash wrap is a mix of curiosities — room temperature fried potatoes, grilled eggplant, cucumber salad, onions, tahini and, of course, falafel. It either comes spicy, or not. The whole thing gets a quick stint on the hot grill, blistering and charring the exterior. The fried chickpea patties in question manage to hold on to their crispness for almost the entire time it takes to eat the super burrito-sized sandwich. They’ve got a hearty crust, which helps them hold up to the toppings, and a pleasant, if slightly dense, crumbly texture. Overall, however, I found the falafel (and potatoes and eggplant) underseasoned. Take your falafel deluxe home and season to taste.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://trulymediterraneans.com\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>Truly Mediterranean\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n3109 16th St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/lVZQpd\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94110\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 252-7482\u003cbr>\nHours: Sun-Thu, 11am-10pm; Fri-Sat, 11am-11pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/TrulyMediterranean\" target=\"_blank\">Truly Mediterranean\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/TrulyMedSF\" target=\"_blank\">@TrulyMedSF\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ ($8.75)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Fluffiest Falafel: King of Falafel, Lower Pacific Heights, San Francisco\u003c/strong> [CLOSED]\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_99807\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/king-of-falafel-veg-plate-2.jpg\" alt=\"The vegetarian plate at King of Falafel in San Francisco.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1241\" class=\"size-full wp-image-99807\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/king-of-falafel-veg-plate-2.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/king-of-falafel-veg-plate-2-400x259.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/king-of-falafel-veg-plate-2-800x517.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/king-of-falafel-veg-plate-2-1440x931.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/king-of-falafel-veg-plate-2-1180x763.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/king-of-falafel-veg-plate-2-960x621.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The vegetarian plate at King of Falafel in San Francisco. \u003ccite>(Kate Williams)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>King of Falafel probably isn’t going to be around in 2016, so the time is now to get over to the Lower Pacific Heights deli. The 40-year-old restaurant was given its marching orders back in April 2014, but has managed to hold onto its space at the corner of Bush and Divisadero through at least the end of the year.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>They also make the fluffiest falafel I ate while compiling this guide. It’s quite a feat, actually, because King of Falafel’s namesake bites are simultaneously the greasiest and crispest as well. These falafel are, therefore, not for the finicky or the frier-shy. Rather, they’re satisfying in the same way that a giant plate of French fries can be at 2 a.m. Generously dip each falafel into the excellent, garlic-y hot sauce sitting at each table and say a quiet prayer to old San Francisco.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://kingoffalafelsf.com/Home.php\" target=\"_blank\">\u003cstrong>King of Falafel\u003c/strong>\u003c/a> [CLOSED]\u003cbr>\n1801 Divisadero St. [\u003ca href=\"https://goo.gl/XWVN7v\" target=\"_blank\">Map\u003c/a>]\u003cbr>\nSan Francisco, CA 94115\u003cbr>\nPh: (415) 931-5455\u003cbr>\nHours: Mon-Fri, 9am-7pm; Sat, 10am-5pm\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/pages/King-of-Falafel/117461945100875\" target=\"_blank\">King of Falafel\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nPrice Range: $ ($8 to $10.50)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Best Toppings: Liba Falafel, Uptown Oakland\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_99804\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/liba-salad-5-new.jpg\" alt=\"The falafel salad with all the toppings at Liba Falafel in Oakland.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-99804\" srcset=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/liba-salad-5-new.jpg 1920w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/liba-salad-5-new-400x267.jpg 400w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/liba-salad-5-new-800x533.jpg 800w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/liba-salad-5-new-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/liba-salad-5-new-1180x787.jpg 1180w, https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/24/2015/08/liba-salad-5-new-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The falafel salad with all the toppings at Liba Falafel in Oakland. \u003ccite>(Kate Williams)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Liba Falafel in Uptown Oakland definitely falls in the new-school falafel camp. The popular food truck-turned-brick-and-mortar capitalized on the Bay’s lack of a topping-intensive falafel bar after New York chain Maoz closed its Berkeley operations. It’s a bright and shiny spot that makes you feel healthier and happier just by setting foot inside.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>At Liba, there’s basically only one real menu choice to make — salad or sandwich — and then the fun part starts. If you go the sandwich route, you’ll be handed a warm pita filled with falafels. Choose salad, and you’ll get an empty bowl. Progress to the toppings bar next. It holds inside its little bins a truly astounding number of salads, pickles, sauces, cheeses and nuts with which to deck out your lunch. There are baby greens for salad eaters, of course, but the real way to build a quality meal is to go heavy on the prepared items, like the excellent eggplant salad and beet hummus.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The falafel themselves are somewhat of an afterthought. If you want freshly fried falafel, you’ll want to order the sandwich — salad eaters get to pluck their falafels from a bin on the toppings bar. Liba’s falafels have a high ratio of crisp exterior to crumbly, moist interior. They’re not mushy, but come off a bit dense. 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