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The Experience, Alameda: Almanac Beer Co. News

The Experience:

Celebrate the new arcade with a pint!

Bring your friends and discover the new Cellar East/Almanac Arcade!

They’ve got the pinball wizards covered 5 times over. Ms Pac-Man just landed along with Flamin’ Finger, NBA Showtime and NFL Blitz. If arcade games aren’t your thing, they have Cornhole and darts on-deck along with a curated selection of their favorite vintage offerings.

Here’s the Food Truck lineup this weekend:

  • Fri, Mar 15, 12p Scolari’s Good Eats, 3p Super Marios, 4p Hearth Wood-fired Pizza
  • Sat, Mar 16, 12p Scolari’s Good Eats, 1p Hearth Wood-fired Pizza
  • Sun, Mar 17, 11a O’Toole’s Fire & Spice, 12p Scolari’s Good Eats, 1p Hearth Wood-fired Pizza

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

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The Experience, Alameda: C’era Una Volta Kitchen + Catering News

The Experience:

Tasty Tuscan for lunch and dinner!

Now serving lunch Tuesdays through Fridays 11am – 2pm! And there are more new picnic tables outdoors if you want to savor your lunch on the patio.

You can also order Gourmet Dinners for 2 or 4 at two price points. One is pasta or risotto dinners – 2 for $45 or $80 for dinner for 4.  An assortment of salads, pizzas and more. (Featured here: Spinach and mozzarella filled ravioli with walnut basil pesto, topped with parmesan cheese and walnuts)

Want something a little more elegant for date night or a special evening? Seafood, Steak or Mixed Grill dinners for 2 @ $70 and for 4 @ $130. All you have to do is prepare your table setting. (Featured below: Filet Mignon al Pepe Verde, Garlic Mashed Potatoes.)

Choose 2 of 4 of each course – Insalata and entrée. You can order online with the take-out button for pickup or delivery. Look for a 10% discount on the ordering site while this special lasts during Alameda’s Restaurant Week.

Don’t miss out on Chef Rudy’s authentic Tuscan recipes that will surely become your favorites. And if you have a special request, they will do their best to make it happen. 510.769.4828 

Dinner hours: Tues 11am-6pm; Wed/Thurs 11am-2pm; Fri 11am – 7pm

Lunch Hours: Tues – Fri 11am – 2pm

Where:

800 W Tower Ave. inside SoFive Soccer Center (previously the Bladium Sports Club​)

Alameda

https://www.ceraunavolta.us

The Experience, Alameda: Urban Legend Cellars Wine

The Experience:

Rain or Shine. Weekend Wine + Tasty Bites!

Grab your umbrella, put on your boots and join the folks at Urban Legend in their tasting room and wine studio. Enjoy a warm, cozy space, tasty food and delectable wine. It will be an afternoon of deliciousness.

On Saturday, March 2 De la Calle will be serving up Tacos, Burritos, Tostadas, Guacamole & chips &  Salsa & chips. And then on Sunday, March 3, Crazy Empanadas, the family-owned Columbian food truck, will have all kinds of empanadas –  beef, chicken, cheese, vegan, and if you are really hungry, get the Fries loaded with Beef and Pork Sausage, Cheese and House Special Sauce.

Wine. Sparkling, white, rose or red. Limited production and there’s always something distinctive.You can have a glass of wine or do a wine tasting. Reservations suggested, but walk-ins are always welcome. And don’t forget to pick up your Alameda Trail Guide!

Owners Steve and Marilee Shaffer are both passionate about great and interesting food wines. They can’t wait to see you and introduce you to their wines. Reserve your experience now!  Questions? 510.545.4356

Winter Hours: Fri: 4:00 -7:30; Sat & Sun: 12:00-5:30

PS Did you know that out of 5,700 entries in the SF Chronicle Wine Competition, six Urban Legend wines received medals. They are offering you three at a special price:

  • ’19 Barbera – Sillver Medal
  • ’20 Cabernet Sauvignon – Gold Medal
  • ’21 Cabernet Franc – Best in Class

Where:

1951 Monarch St, Building 25
Alameda Point

https://ulcellars.com

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The Experience, Alameda: C’era Una Volta Kitchen + Catering Feb 27th Menu

The Experience:

A taste of Tuscany this week!

Check out Chef Rudy’s menu for Tuesday, February 27th. 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 2/23 and pick it up on Tuesday 2/27 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 February 27th:

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 Carciofi- Artichoke Ravioli & Meat Sauce (beef). Garnish: parmigiano/black pepper
  2. Pasta Salsiccia – Pasta & Olive Oil with our house sausage & broccoli. Garnish: parmigiano/chili flake
  3. Rigatoni al Gorgonzola – Pasta & gorgonzola cream sauce. Garnish: parmigiano/black pepper
  4. Pizza Mushrooms & Olives *Vegan on request
  5. Eggplant Parmigiana with mozzarella & their walnut basil pesto
  6. Risotto Saffron “Paella” (Saffron Rice with Chicken & Sausage)- Saffron/Onion/Peas & Carrots sautéed rice*Vegetarian or Vegan on request
  7. Risotto Boscaiola – zesty tomato sauce with mushrooms & olives

Order by Friday, February 23, 5pm. Pickup or Delivery on Tuesday, February 27 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

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The Experience, Alameda: C’era Una Volta Kitchen + Catering Feb 6th Menu

The Experience:

Take a taste of Tuscany  home!

Check out Chef Rudy’s menu for Tuesday, February 6th. 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 2/2 and pick it up on Tuesday 2/6 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 February 6th:

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. Eggplant Parmigiana & Vegetables made with Walnut Basil Pesto
  2. Lasagna with Bechamel & all-beef Chianti Meat Sauce
  3. Penne con Salmone Affumicato – Pasta & smoked salmon with cream sauce, grated parmesan
  4. Pizza Mushrooms & Olives; Vegetarian or Vegan upon request
  5. Ravioli di Zucca con Gorgonzola – Butternut Squash Ravioli with Gorgonzola Cream Sauce
  6. Risotto Saffron con Pollo (Saffron Rice with Chicken & Sausage) – Saffron/Onion/Peas & Carrots, sautéed rice; Vegan upon request
  7. Vegan – Portobello cap, Spinach & Hearty Lentils with Sage – tossed with toasted cashews, roasted vegetables on the side

Order by Friday, February 2, 5pm. Pickup or Delivery on Tuesday, February 6 between 11am and 6pm. A tavola non s’invecchia mai – “At the table, we never grow old.”

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

Where:

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

Alameda

https://www.ceraunavolta.us

By |2024-02-01T07:43:00-08:00February 1st, 2024|Tags: , , , , , |0 Comments
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