From corn and roasted poblano tamales to prime rib and creamed spinach, these Berkeley and Oakland restaurants and markets that will prepare your full Christmas dinner for you — all you need to do is set the table and eat.
Oakland food and drinks
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What are the East Bay’s best restaurants and bars?
For the first time in Nosh history, we’re asking readers to help us determine the East Bay’s best drinking and dining of the year.
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Volunteer chefs keep Oakland’s pandemic-era free fridges full of hearty meals
“Everyone deserves a well-cooked meal”: Community Kitchens’ volunteers stock town fridges with love
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All the East Bay restaurants that opened in November
All the restaurants that opened in Berkeley, Oakland and beyond for November 2022.
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All the East Bay restaurants that closed in November
Restaurants of note that closed in Berkeley, Oakland and beyond for November 2022.
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The most giftable sweet treats in the East Bay
A guide to confectioners and bakeries in Berkeley, Oakland and beyond with the puffiest macaron boxes, the sweetest chocolates, and the prettiest candied fruits to give this holiday season.
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Guamanian and Filipino cultures merge at unique new Oakland coffee shop
Sister-run farmers market fave Charlie May is opening a permanent location in East Oakland.
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Where to find fantastic Thanksgiving pies in Berkeley and Oakland
East Bay piemakers are working overtime to bake the best Thanksgiving pies you could ever ask for.
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6 East Bay bars serving inventive mezcal cocktails
Bars in Berkeley and Oakland are finding cool new ways to use the centuries-old Mexican spirit.
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4 thrilling takes on the mai tai, Oakland’s almost-official cocktail
The mai tai cocktail was invented in Oakland 78 years ago. Here’s how it’s evolved in the years since.
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Inside the East Bay’s flourishing mocktail scene
Thoughtfully constructed alcohol-free drinks are coming into their own in the East Bay.
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11 new East Bay bars to try (and 6 more to look forward to)
Pull up a stool at these brand-new, reopened or hotly anticipated bars in Berkeley, Oakland and beyond.