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An minimalist endeavor with maximum flavor at Commis

For a unique dining experience Commis beckons. This Piedmont Avenue eatery is the one and only restaurant in the Oakland area to be donned with a Michelin Star rating. What does this mean? According to their site:           One star indicates a very good restaurant in its category, offering cuisine prepared to a consistently high… Read more »

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Curing the coffee fix at Cole Coffee

Coffee admirers can rest assured they will find the perfect cup of joe at Cole Coffee on Rockridge’s College Avenue. At the strictly coffee, tea and (some) pastries shop you will find endless varieties of coffee that can be brewed according to your liking. Cole Coffee boasts the largest selection of fresh beans in the East Bay, from fair-trade… Read more »

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Wearing Oakland pride – Oaklandish

There is an easy way to wear your Oakland pride and support local organizations. Just look for the Oaklandish truck at the Lakeshore Farmer’s Market! The Oaklandish brand of apparel was introduced to help support free local events and their very own grant program. The civic pride-oriented merchandise includes a wide variety of designs and colors in t-shirt and sweater form…. Read more »