“His restaurant ideas revolve around Asian American food but ‘nothing too authentic or traditional’, Ok said. ‘I feel like the Asian American food experience is very unique, especially in California.’” 

Much deserved congratulations are in order to Bad Walter’s Bootleg Ice Cream for all the media fanfare received this summer.

Their practice is built on a foundation of professional and ethical treatment, where every patient is guided through their dental journey with transparency and respect.

“We wanted to serve Matcha because it’s healthy, loved by so many, and incredibly versatile. You can get really creative with it—and that’s what we’re known for. We love to bring our own identity and flavor into everything we serve. Matcha gives us the perfect canvas to be artistic and expressive.”

Re-Up Refills, the only low-waste grocery store and refill shop in Oakland, provides bulk groceries in refillable containers.

We’re long-time residents of this neighborhood and brand-new tenants of this storefront. In this era of isolation and chaos, we’ve been craving a way to strengthen local networks and connect people who live and spend time here.

Local cidermakers blend craft, community and tradition to offer a link between beer and wine worlds…

The Wardrobe Project Flea is a marketplace compiled of the Bay Area’s art, culture and fashion. Serving as a space for like-minded, yet perfectly unique people to come together as a community.

Join this award-winning restaurant on Friday, June 13 as they celebrate 10 incredible years in Oakland It’s been a decade of community, creativity, and unforgettable meals. They’re bringing back some of their most beloved dishes for a one-night-only event.

Pasta aficionados will find paradiso in this petite and casual restaurant-turned-enoteca, set on a busy but bucolic stretch of Rockridge’s main artery.

Whether you want to just pop in for a drink, a snack, and a chat or stay a while and check some items off your shopping list, we hope to see you and celebrate 10 wonderful years!

Forge just opened in Rockridge, offering American comfort food, Neapolitan pizza, a curated list of local craft beers, and specialty cocktails. Enjoy a laid-back brunch on the patio, a lively night out, a cozy date, or just some quality people-watching.

The second annual Indie Food Fest took place at Rockridge Market Hall in Oakland on May 10, 2025.

Roasted pumpkin tamales with pumpkin seed pastor and cashew nut crema are knockouts, as are the crunchy king trumpet fritters with chili-persimmon jam.

Rockridge is smitten with Sydney Arkin’s new ‘bootleg’ ice cream shop.

A longtime employee stepped up to assume ownership of Transports.

There’s always a crowd at this neighborhood standby, where friends, families, and chic couples congregate for drinks at the copper-topped bar.

From doing civic good to drag shows, this spot has served North Oakland for 112 years…

No matter what type of dumpling a diner is in the mood to order, United Dumplings is in the business of serving familiar dishes to instill a sense of homemade comfort food. 

Get ready to eat your way through College Avenue.