Alameda

The Experience, Alameda: The Preacher’s Daughter Wine Bar & Bistro Music

The Experience:

Old World wines meet R&B!

Step into the warmth of the Old World in a beautifully restored building that says ‘Alameda’. This unique wine bar & café named in honor of the owner Dianah Rodriguez’s father, is featuring The Lost Cats on Sunday, January 14 at 2pm. Cozy up to the bar and try a local or Old World wine and order one of their tasty flatbreads.

The Lost Cats will play jazz, both Latin and vintage, and rhythm and blues for two hours. You can get up and dance or just relax and listen. Band leader Jim Passard says, “I play this kind of music because I like the rhythm…and I play with great people and get to play some of my favorite songs.”

Not available Sunday? Join them for Happy Hour Tue-Fri from 3-6pm. Special pricing for snacks or order from the main menu of locally sourced ingredients.

The Preacher’s Daughter is proud to be a female and minority owned  enterprise featuring Old World wines, local craft beer, creative cocktails and third wave espresso, plus fresh pastries, salads, appetizers, sandwiches, flatbreads & more. And during the day you can energize with some locally roasted espresso. Lovely outdoor seating with heaters. Dog-friendly. Hours: Tu – Su, 10am-9pm. 510-995-8041

It’s Wine Tasting: Old World meets New World favorites!

Where:

1629 Park St.

https://preachersdaughteralameda.com

The Experience, Alameda: C’era Una Volta Kitchen + Catering Jan 9th Menu

The Experience:

2024 flavors of Tuscany at home!

Check out Chef Rudy’s menu for Tuesday, January 9th. 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 1/5 and pick it up on Tuesday 1/9 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  January 9:

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. Lasagna with Bechamel & all-beef Meat Sauce
  2. Ravioli Carciofi Artichoke Ravioli with our all-beef Meat Sauce
  3. Salmon Filet & Roasted Vegetables
  4. Chicken and Saffron Rice: Carrots, Peas, Bell Pepper, Chili Flake
  5. Pizza Contadina CHOOSE: Traditional Mozzarella or Herbed Tofu – Sautéed Spinach, Kalamata Olives, Sun-dried Tomatoes
  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, 5, 5pm. Pickup or Delivery on Tuesday, January 9 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

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The Experience, Alameda: Faction Brewing Co Holiday Spirit

The Experience:

Snap a photo with the man in red!

Santa’s making a detour to Faction this year! Turns out even he can’t resist their festive brews. Hang with the crew at Faction this Sunday from 1-4pm and meet the jolly man himself. Plus, you can be a Secret Santa yourself and help brew up some holiday cheer with their Food & Toy Drive.

Join them in collaboration with Alameda Firefighters and Alameda County Community Food Bank. Bring in toys, candy, or boxed food, and they’ll sprinkle your day with 15% off your first beer. Raise your glasses and spread warmth, joy and a dash of laughter! Cheers to giving back!

And Santa’s not the only one dressed in red. Crack into the hoppy goodness of Faction Red.

Passionately hopped with Cascade, Centennial, and Simcoe. [5.6%]. It’s a masterful blend that is bound to leave you wanting more! Give your taste buds a holiday treat in the taproom any Wednesday- Sunday.

Weekend Food Truck Lineup:

  • Thu, Dec 14 – 2- 8pm – Super Mario’s
  • Fri, Dec 15 – 12 – 8pm Knee Baby’z Eateru
  • Sat, Dec 16 –  12 – 8pm – Califia Taqueria
  • Sun, Dec 17 –  12 – 7pm – Sip & Slide

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: Karibu Wine Lounge by Wichira News

The Experience:

Saturday Brunch on the menu!

Get ready to elevate your brunch experience with Karibu by Wachira as they introduce their inaugural Mezani Brunch! Saturday, December 16 from 11am – 2pm they will debut their monthly brunch featuring delightful bites of Kenyan cuisine alongside American breakfast items, all served buffet-style. Each ticket includes one plate of food and one glass of award-winning wines, mimosas or bellinis. Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of Kenya with delectable dishes and upbeat music. Don’t miss this opportunity to savor the perfect blend of Kenyan and American brunch delights!

Here’s what’s on the Brunch Menu:

  • Samosa – meat or vegetable stuffed pastry
  • Sausage – Farmer’s Choice – Kenyan
  • Mandazi – Kenyan Donuts
  • Kachumbari – tomato based medly of herbs & spices
  • Scrambled Eggs
  • Bacon
  • Waffles
  • Plantains

Enjoy their selection of multi-award-winning wines and beers from underserved BIPOC, women and local crafters. Hours: Wed/Thurs 5-9pm; Fri 4-10pm; Sat 1-10pm; Sun 1-8pm (510) 479-4920

About

KARIBU by Wachira wine lounge is the home of Wachira Wines, an extraordinary vision and effort of Dr. Chris Wachira, the first Kenyan-born, Californian winemaker. As a young immigrant, Chris fell in-love with the science of winemaking and developed a deep appreciation for the sense of community built from sharing a bottle of wine with complete strangers. Her story is about equity and the ability to succeed through adversity. The lounge is a a welcoming community filled with great wine, art and camaraderie.

Where:

1419 Park St.

Alameda

https://karibulounge.com

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

    The Experience:

    Share your love of Tuscany with your team!

    Create a heart-warming, soul-warming experience for those you work with and enjoy a diverse menu of Italian traditional, vegetarian and vegan dishes. Bring this timeless tradition of Mediterranean delights – ingredients, recipes and cooking techniques developed on the Italian Peninsula in Livorno and Palermo since antiquity, to your team! Besides meals, platters and trays of appetizers can also be ordered for delivery.

    Cera Una Volta prides themselves in catering their delicious food at a remote site of your choosing – such as a hotel, hospital, pub, cruise ship, park, filming site or studio, entertainment site, event venue, winery, business location or  just in your own home.

    Remember: Food is a personal reflection of the host, whether it’s in a corporate environment or a fun venue, you want to set the right mood to motivate productivity and create deeper connections. If you have a special request, they will do their best to make it happen.

    All catering requests need a three-day notice. Let Chef Rudy and crew cater your meetings, celebrations, office parties and special events! Call 510.769.4828 for more details.

    C’era Una Volta has all your Italian favorites and Chef Rudy savors historic Tuscany flavors. Questions or to place your order: [email protected].

    Where:

    800 W Tower Ave. inside the Bladium

    Alameda

    https://www.ceraunavolta.us

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