Alameda

The Experience, Alameda: Mosley’s Cafe + Trail Walk

The Experience:

The morning that turned into a treat!

You’ve been in this situation. You are on deadline plus, you have to deliver something somewhere and you have to walk the dog. I experienced it yesterday morning. Strapped by time, I threw the dog in the car along with SF on the Bay’s Alameda Trail Guides and drove to Mosley’s Café at the end of Grand Ave near the boat ramp – your  go-to Café on the water.

Once I gave owner Scott Mosley the maps, I drooled over the freshly baked pastries on display, but was tight for time. I asked him how far I can walk on the trail heading towards Webster St. He thought it is now open all the way to Alameda Point. With a husky in tow, I have to get mileage in if I want to work in peace the rest of the day.

Got the dog and went trekking, promising I would be back soon to relax with a coffee & one of those great homemade pastries with Summer.

What a great walk along the shore of the Alameda/Oakland Estuary with water views, parks, natural habitat. We only did 1.5 mi out to catch a fun view and audible revelry (!) of the Youth Sailing Club out in front of Encinal Yacht Club on the water. Walking here was a completely different experience of Alameda –  from that shoreline. When I go back, I will definitely have one of Mosley’s pastries or focaccia. They have made focaccia with strawberries, blueberries and goat cheese, as well as with sausage, cheddar cheese and chives. Yum!

On my list for my next trek.

Join the Café crew  in the Grand Marina for a peaceful morning on the dock with Seven Seas organic coffee, freshly baked homemade pastries, grilled cheese sandwiches and more. Local beer and wine also for that late lunch.

 Plus, they can’t wait to meet you!

Hours: Tues -Sun 8am – 3pm. 510-263-8228

Where:

2099 Grand Street
Alameda

https://mosleyscafe.com

The Experience, Alameda: Faction Brewing Co Transport News

The Experience:

Drinking @ Faction made easy. Get there by water taxi!

Big news! Drinking at Faction Brewing just got easier. The new water shuttle pilot service between Oakland and Alameda launched yesterday!* Now you can cruise your way to Faction with ease.

FREE rides, bike-friendly, ADA-accessible and it runs Wednesday through Sunday (the same days they’re open). Hop on at Jack London Square, enjoy your ride to Alameda, and make your way over for some craft brews. (2.3 mi) The Water Shuttle’s capacity is 31 individuals and 14 bikes.

Weekend Food Truck Lineup:

  • Thurs, Jul 18, 2-8pm – Locos Only
  • Fri, Jul 19, 12-8pm – Knee Baby’z Eatery
  • Sat, Jul 20, 12-8pm – Calafia Taqueria
  • Sun, Jul 21, 11am-5pm – Faction @ HeadWest Marketplace at St. George Spirits, 2601 Monarch (next door) – Multiple food trucks

*NOTE: Service was temporarily halted due to repairs, but back in. operation on Friday, July 19. Sign up for real-time alerts! Sign up for SF Bay Ferry SMS Alerts, via text and/or email. 

Faction Brewing’s Hours: Wed/Thu 2-8pm; Fri/Sat 12-8pm; Sun 12-6pm. Non-alcoholic beverages are also available for purchase. They  have a large outdoor patio and indoor seating is also available. Call to confirm hours (510) 523-2739.

Where:

2501 Monarch St in Alameda Point
Alameda

http://factionbrewing.com

The Experience, Alameda: C’era Una Volta Kitchen + Catering June 26 Menu

The Experience:

What’s for dinner next week?

Let Chef Rudy take care of your meals for you. Here’s the menu for Tuesday, June 25. Fill your week with a bit of Tuscany!

Choose 3 entrées, each including 2 portions plus 1 Salad & 1 Focaccia per entrée. Package Price: only $80 (or $13.33 per meal) Order by Friday June 21 and pick it up on Tuesday June 25 or have it delivered to you and you are set!

TUTTI A TAVOLA  ~ all at the table ~ A variety of menu styles with traditional, vegetarian and vegan options.

Menu for June 25:

Salads

  1. Orto Salad – Organic mixed baby greens, carrots, radishes, olives, tomatoes and a side of balsamic vinaigrette
  2. Spinach Salad – Organic baby spinach, carrots, walnuts, caramelized red onions
  3. Cali-Italia Salad – Organic mixed greens, gorgonzola cheese, walnuts, dried cranberries and side of vinaigrette (vegan upon request)

Entrees

  1. Ravioli Spinaci – Spinach Ravioli & Meat Sauce (beef) – Garnish: parmigiano/black pepper
  2. Ravioli Porcini – Mushroom Ravioli with mushroom cream sauce
  3. Pasta ‘al forno’ Penne with Bechamel & all-beef Meat Sauce
  4. Roast Chicken and Saffron Rice, Carrots, Peas, Bell Pepper, Chili Flake
  5. Pizza Carciofi  – choose Traditional Mozzarella or Vegan – Artichokes, Olives & Fra’ Mani Prosciutto Cotto (cooked ham)
  6. Risotto Boscaiola *Vegan on request – Spicy Tomato Sauce, Mushrooms & Olives with sautéed rice
  7. Penne with Walnut & Basil Pesto *Vegan on request

Order by Friday, June 21, 5pm. Pickup or Delivery on Tuesday, June 25 between 11am and 6pm.

Sound good? C’era Una Volta has all your Italian favorites and Chef Rudy’s specials represent historic Tuscany flavors. They also have meal packages and family meals. Questions or to place your order: [email protected] or  510.769.4828. A tavola non s’invecchia mai – “At the table, we never grow old.”

Where:

800 W Tower Ave. inside The Hub Sports Club, formerly the Bladium

Alameda

https://www.ceraunavolta.us

The Experience, Alameda: Almanac Beer Co. Collaboration

The Experience:

The ballgame just got better with Ballers Love Hazy IPA!

Help welcome The Ballers to Raimondi Park! In this special collaboration, Ballers Love Hazy IPA is the perfect way to celebrate the return of professional baseball to West Oakland. This special edition IPA will be available at the ballpark all season. This Hazy India Pale Ale is dry-hopped with Mosaic, Citra & Sabro. You can also order it online in four-packs. Limited quantity.

Almanac fans get 25% off Ballers tickets for their homestand series Thursday, June 13 –  Sunday, June 16. Use code ALMANAC25 at check out.

Tickets

About the Oakland Ballers

The Oakland Ballers (aka the B’s) is a new professional baseball team launched in the Spring of 2024. The B’s are part of the Pioneer League, which was founded in 1939, as its first ever West Coast franchise. The B’s are backed by more than 50 Bay Area sports fans, who believe that the true value of a sports team is its power to bring people together. The Oakland Ballers are dedicated to delivering a joyful, community focused experience for Oakland and the entire East Bay. We vow to never leave town. Built by Oakland, for Oakland, forever Oakland.

About Almanac

Almanac Beer Co. brews bold and innovative beers inspired by California’s rich pioneering and agricultural traditions. Visit their taproom and also tap into some great food! Almanac’s Barrel House, Taproom and Brewery are open 7 days a week: M-Th 12-9pm; F 12-10pm; Sa 11am – 10pm; Su  11am-8pm. Food trucks daily.  (415) 992-3438

Where:

651B W. Tower Ave
Alameda

http://almanacbeer.com

The Experience, Alameda: The Local Coffee

The Experience:

Put the ‘Good’ back in your Morning!

Try their just brewed happiness in a cup – a cup of cortado* with oatmilk. It’s a Spanish beverage with roughly equal parts espresso and warm milk.  The milk is steamed, but not frothy. A perfect match with a wheat free coconut macaroon.

Good morning! *(cortar – to cut. The large amount of milk cuts the acidity of the coffee.)

Did you know that the Local is now serving the YUZU, an espresso tonic over ice?  And if you want a little kick, try their Mojito Fizzes with zesty lime, fresh mint and sparkling soda water

This location has been a coffee house for the past 20+ years. It’s one of the oldest buildings on Park Street, built in 1891 as the original Masonic Temple. The owners are continuing the tradition of ‘small-business coffee on Park Street’! Old fashioned furniture reminiscent of an old library, makes it the perfect ambiance for getting your work done. Hours: Mon – Fri 7:30am – 4pm; Sa/Su – 8:30am – 4pm.

About The Local

A community gathering place in  downtown Alameda, The Local is on the ground floor of the original Masonic Lodge building that has been at the heart of the community for over 130 years. New owner Soco Munkhod  reopened The Local after the pandemic to the delight of the community after it had shuttered in December of 2020. Fans hastily came back with their laptops sipping their Lattes and noshing on tasty pastries and sandwiches in this lovely  historic building.

Where:

1333 Park St
Alameda

https://www.facebook.com/thelocalalameda

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