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Good Eats
March 30, 2011 | 
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Summer Summer Thai, Emeryville
Commis French, California
3859 Piedmont Ave.
Oakland, CA 94611 (510) 653-3902
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Elmwood Glory
The Elmwood district of Berkeley
When I was thirteen, I took the bus to the Julia Morgan Center for my bi-weekly dance classes. If I had the chance, I would stop by Sweet Dreams and spend a dollar of my allowance on super sour gummy candies. The Elmwood was always an idyllic neighborhood to me. Even at age 13 I loved the charm of the early 1900′s homes. The location couldn’t and still can’t be beat, close to everything! UC Campus, Rockridge, BART, WholeFoods and the Claremont district of Oakland/Berkeley.
At one time the shops of the Elmwood were sparse, but within the last few years new life has created a rebirth.
Inside Labels Luxury Consignment in Berkeley
Today, Labels had their grand opening, showcasing two stories of gently used and some new designer accessories, handbags, shoes and jewelery.
The Dailey Method is another recent addition to the corner of Ashby and College, offering strength and stretching classes with a heavy emphasis on your core.
Ici is my favorite ice cream shop! Yes, you might find me in that long line on College Avenue.
Summer Kitchen and Bakeshop, serves re-imagined take-away food.
The Elmwood Cafe, is the Ozzie’s Soda Fountain reinvented.
Lola Home, was established in 2005 and brings inspiration to your to your walls, table and office.
What are homes selling for in this neighborhood?
Since January 1, 2010, a total of 10 – 3 (or more) bedroom, 2 (or more) bathroom homes have sold in the Elmwood. With an average list price of $1,085,800 and an average sold price of $1,112,337, selling on average in 23 days.
Random photograph in the Elmwood today.
Oakland Scene – Berkeley Scene
Kermit Lynch's Annual Oyster Bliss a destination for East Bay foodies.
Recently, I have felt the buzz circling around the East Bay. Foodies are out weekday and weekend to get their fill of our phenomenal cuisine. Last weekend Kermit Lynch had their annual Oyster Bliss, featuring oyster’s from Monterey Market, food from the former chef of Eccolo, sweets from Cafe Fanny, bread from Acme Bread Co. wine from Kermit Lynch.
it's a party
simple food
Sherri Mcmullen opened her second clothing boutique in Piedmont on the Oakland border. McMullen 1235 Grand Ave. I love the space that Sherri created and it is really great to have high style close to home.
sexy and gorgeous
Coming any day now, Bakesale Betty’s second location. They have “cornered” the Oakland sandwich scene. Oh, and their baked goods aren’t bad either!
Kakui Sushi opened in Montclair Village! After much anticipation, we have a beautiful, Japanese restaurant in Montclair.
Sushi and yummy appetizers were being prepared at Kakui's grand opening party.
There was a full house at Kakui's grand opening party, Deidre and Teresa
East Bay Buzz
The East Bay just keeps getting better and better. If you think Oakland and Berkeley are sleepy cities, then you are certainly mistaken!
Once Ozzie’s Fountain Shoppe a mid-century pharmacy and soda fountain is now the Elmwood Cafe. This cafe was thoughtfully renovated and the owners did their best to savage the essence of its former space. Located on the corner of College and Russell, Elmwood Cafe is open from 7 am – 10 pm daily.
Elmwood Cafe owner Rachel takes a second out of her busy day.
Curator, Lonnie Lee is hard at work renovating her new art gallery in the Uptown area of Oakland. This space will feature local art in an historic old building. This space was a former stable, auto garage, furniture repair shop and then home of United Glass. Lonnie Lee was the proprietor of Vessel on Ashby Avenue in Berkeley a boutique that I loved a few years back. Vessel Gallery in Oakland’s revived art district will surely be special. Look for Vessel Gallery to open May 15th, 2010.
Vintage Photo of United Glass in Oakland. 1943
Kakui will come to Montclair Village, bringing a handsome sushi spot. This space housed Jamba Juice and is next door to Noah’s Bagels. When I walk by I get glimpses of the owners vision and I am super excited.
Coming Soon to Montclair Village, Kakui
New from Saint George Spirits in Alameda is Firelit Spirits from distiller Dave Smith. This yummy liqueur is made with Blue Bottle Coffee and distilled brandy. The coffee is roasted at Blue Bottle Coffee in Oakland and this liqueur is distilled in small batches in Alameda.
Firelit Liqueur made in Alameda
Coming soon to the corner of Adeline and Alcatraz in Berkeley, Addie’s pizza. The owners of Sweet Adeline Bakeshop are renovating the old Spud’s Pizza spot. If you have tasted the baked goods that chef, Jennifer produces at out Sweet Adeline’s Bakeshop, then you are as excited as I am about her upcoming pizzeria.
This gorgeous building will house Addie's Pizzeria
Wildly popular Labels Consignment Shop in Walnut Creek will open up a sister store on Ashby Avenue near College. This place was voted the best place to buy a designer handbag by Diablo Magazine!
Luxury consignment shop, Labels comes to Berkeley.