Kainbigan Filipino Food
was at the brick & mortar place but didn't get anything. everything is cooked to order,. no precooked food at steam table. didn't have time to wait. (legal) parking limited here.. can call in...
View ArticleBartavelle - former Cafe Fanny [Berkeley]
One of my friends said that the liquor license doesn't allow sales past 6pm.
View Articlewine storage
Yes there is quite a history of wine storage up and down the Peninsula, and Subterraneum in Oakland which RL cited. Though I understand the OP's wish for something nearer home. I don't know Tom's...
View ArticleLunch along HW 128?
You have five choices in Geyserville. The two I've been to and can recommend are: Diavola http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/738610#5964788 Geyserville Mud (cafe with counter service)...
View ArticleResto Kubo Kitchen in Hayward
Driving through Hayward yesterday I noticed Resto Kubo Kitchen a new Filipino restaurant. A mention from shanghaikid here, http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/912783#8257327 Wondering if anyone can tell...
View ArticleOrganic baby spinach - best price on Peninsula?
While Trader Joe's produce often isn't a great deal, I'm addicted to their organic baby spinach ($1.99 for a 6oz bag) as well as their organic mixed greens. Do any other local retailers or big box...
View ArticleTasting menu, brunch, bakeries, coffee [San Francisco]
SPQR also has a bar where you can watch the chefs. But I agree, I haven't been in a rush to return to either. I did like AQ.
View ArticleBay Area Food Festivals and Events - September 2013
9/15 Oakland - Linden Street Brewery, 95 Linden St., Pig Roast Cook-Off, Chop Bar, Tribune Tavern, Lungomare and Brotzeit Lokal chefs roast whole pigs. $4-$20. www.oaklandchopbar.com See also #8 in...
View ArticlePre-planned routes through Sonoma?
Try: http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/837875#7347756
View ArticleNapa for 2 days and Sonoma/Russian River Valley for 1 day
Thank you for the information! I will definitely look into your recommendations!
View Articlewalnut creek ice cream
from the sf chron: http://www.sfgate.com/food/article/Scoop-on-Walnut-Creek-It-s-an-ice-cream-heaven-4810321.php
View ArticleBistro 1491 on Solano
the new chef explains why the quality of the food has gone up since i started going here off and on since it opened. lunch is its busiest time - breakfast/brunch (unless during weekends) and dinner not...
View ArticleRangoon Super Stars - Berkeley
I dropped in this week for a quick dinner, ordering one of my favorite Burmese dishes, ono kauk swe. Here's the menu description: "Ohnoh Kawt Swe (Coconut Noodle Soup) A rich and creamy bisque with...
View ArticleNew venture for Douglas Keane [Rohnert Park]
If that sparked your interest, here's the webpage with the other chef ventures that will be part of the casino. https://www.gratonresortcasino.com/Dining.aspx Keane and partners have been managing the...
View ArticleWhere to buy manitoba flour in SF?
It was way closer to American all-purpose flour than Italian flour. We went across town to buy it because the local flour was not right for American desserts. Funny that some Italian pizza makers are...
View ArticleBest Pizza in Peninsula...? Back up plans for arriving relatives...
The "growing trend" regarded a restaurant that does not make Neapolitan pizza. I'm not sure the trend really is growing, I think it's a niche market, one place opens and another closes or changes its...
View ArticleComal - Berkeley
Had a new-to-me item, quesadilla with squash blossoms, epazote, and habanero salsa. Earthy and delicious. Despite the habanero it wasn't particularly spicy.
View Article92-y-o ex-pat uncle, back from Europe!
Alfred's is a good call. http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/811790#7175319
View Articlesearching for impressive burger bar
oohh!!! i like that idea! and I never think to actually EAT on 4th street, so they've never been there... great choice! thanks!
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