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The Experience, Oakland: Montclair Art Walk April 22-23

The Experience:

It’s an Outdoor Boutique. It’s Handcrafted. It’s an Art Alfresco Experience!

Join the villagers and artists on Saturday, April 22 and Sunday, April 23 from 10am – 5pm. Plan your day around this sidewalk art show and have lunch in Montclair. The Art Walk celebrates art in the outdoors with more than 40 artists from the Bay Area and beyond displaying their handcrafted works in the Montclair Village nestled in the scenic backdrop of the Oakland Hills.

Connect with the artists and find a unique treasure for gifting or adding to your personal collection.

Paintings, sculptures, home & office décor, artisan bags and clothing, unique hand-crafted jewelry and more.  Presented by the Montclair Village Association, this free open air art gallery offers a chance to get to know the participating artists and learn the stories behind each piece they make.

Among the celebrated artisans participating in this year’s event is Gila Sagy of Gila Glass in Concord. Her work is a balance of function and beauty, fitting in the mainstream of contemporary design, yet singular in its direction, composition and style. Her work is inventive and one of a kind. “Nature is my greatest source of inspiration. I love plants and flowers; I love the ocean and its waves,” says Gila. “Another source of great inspiration are people. Their comments, questions and reaction to my artwork are very important to me. It’s a great privilege being able to meet art lovers and enthusiasts in person at art shows and events.”

The contemporary and unique glass designs that Gila creates use the traditional manner of fusing in a kiln. More info on her Facebook page.

The Art Walk takes place in the Montclair shopping district on Mountain Boulevard at LaSalle Avenue, off Highway 13, between Park Boulevard and Thornhill Drive. For more information, contact the Montclair Village Association at (510) 339-1000. You can also see more information here.

Where:

Mountain Blvd @ La Salle Ave
Oakland

https://montclairvillage.com

The Experience, Emeryville: Bay St Openings

The Experience:

The Trophy Club @ Tipsy Putt!

It feels like a retro style bar that hints at the historical Speakeasy era, reminiscent of the old Townhouse in the days of old in Emeryville. Owners Brandon and Jennifer Robinson have created an adult ‘drinkertaiment’ concept with three brands – Tipsy Putt taproom, Mini-golf and the Trophy Club lounge hidden inside Tipsy Putt.

The Tipsy Putt bar serves up 40 taps of local craft beer including Emeryville’s own Wondrous Brewing beer, as well as tasty bites – tacos, nachos and more. Their mini golf course is challenging and great fun for groups, young ones until 5pm and 21+ after 5. Mayor John Bauters and vice mayor Courtney Welch celebrated their Grand Opening on Jan 31.

Fans gathered yesterday, February 8, for the opening of the Trophy Club, your new go-to place for cocktails.

“The beauty of the Trophy Club,” explained member and fan of the Sacramento Tipsy Putt’s Trophy Lounge, Shane Bharat, “is that it’s low key and chill. You have a purpose when you are here. At the very beginning of the Sacramento Trophy Club, I literally came for a Coca Cola that they made from scratch.  I have always felt very welcome and love what they do for members. Love their events.”

Memberships and events are now available in Emeryville! Visit soon, take a tour and learn about the benefits.

Valentine’s @ the Trophy Club means Chocolate Grenache on fresh long stemmed strawberries. Plus more delectable bites and drinks. Current Bites offered include Charcuterie Board, Cheese Board, Chef’s Board – both meat and cheese – and Baguette & Marinated Olives with House-Made Giardirniera. This menu will evolve!

What they’re serving is unique with house-made syrups (banana & simple syrups), house-dehydrated fruit garnishes, fresh juices, fresh herb infusions (rosemary infusion) and more. They even make their own grenadine in house. And Valentine drinks are on the bar menu until the end of the month!

Bitter Taste of Love – Gin, Campari, crème de mure and orange bitters. Strong, bitter, semi-fruity.

Love Me Tender – Ramazzotti Aperitivo, vodka, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup (house-made) egg white and angostura bitters. Refreshing, floral, silky.

White Wedding – Blanco tequila, fresh squeezed lime juice,m kumquat liqueur, Licor 43, ginger beer and cream. Fruity, creamy, effervescent.

All cocktails are curated by their mixologists, Josh & Marqui. Get down there and meet them at the Trophy Club! And then try your hand at mini golf and check out their 40 beers on tap. You’ll find Tipsy Putt & Trophy Club at the north end of Bay St (5690) across from Hyatt Place. (510) 356-8222.

Where:

5616 Bay St

Emeryville

http://baystreetemeryville.com

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The Experience, Emeryville: Cafe Rack Parties

The Experience: It’s a Good Time at Café Rack!

You are invited to Cafe Rack Super Bowl Watch Party on Sunday, February 12, starting at 2:30pm. Game starts at 3:30pm, so you can get in a round of pool and a cocktail and a burger prior.

Single for Valentine’s Day? Join Café Rack for their Romance Valentine’s Mixer on Tuesday, February 14, 6-10pm. Who knows –  you may find someone special at this Singles Valentine Party! They suggest you don’t spend time swiping on the dating apps, but join them instead at Cafe Rack where you can meet other local singles looking to spend time with someone special.

$35 includes a complimentary Ice Breaker Shot, 2 drink tickets, choice of entrée, and music with local DJ. Access to ping pong and pool during the Ice Breaker Round from 6:30-7:30pm. Dinner, Dancing and Games. RSVP to choose your entrée.

Just so you know, fans rave about their HOUSE BURGER – a half pound of wagyu served on a pretzel bun with aioli, lettuce, tomato, pickles and a choice of Wedge Salad or Patatas. And you can add cheese, avocado and other toppings. Impossible Burger also available, Their patatas are crispy twice cooked fries with a side of house garlic aioli & rosemary ketchup. Other menu options available including the popular Passion Platter –  Tabouli salad, hummus, feta, kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes, and juicy grilled lamb served on toasted pita.

Come in not just for pool. Come for the cocktails, great food and top-tier customer service. You’ll like the vibe – it’s really ‘a good time.’. Their staff is warm, friendly, fun and funny!

Put these events on your calendar and get down to the Café Rack! Questions or to make a reservation: (510) 230-2575.

Where:

5768 Peladeau St
Emeryville

caferackgrill.com

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Cocktails for a Cause: Save Berkeley Humane’s Dogs & Cats Sat. Night!

WHEN: Sat., Aug. 5th, 6pm – CLOSE

WHERE: SPATS, 1974 Shattuck Ave. Berkeley, CA 94704

WHAT: A Night of Drinking for Good Paws! Guest bartenders at SPATS help you raise money for homeless cats and dogs at Berkeley Humane.

  • TIP your bartender since all tips will go to Berkeley Humane!

    Elliott & Carla up for a new home

  • DRINK. 10% of all drink sales will go to Berkeley Humane!
  • PURCHASE raffle tickets to win over $10,000 in prize packages!  100% of all proceeds will go to Berkeley Humane Animals.
  • On Special: Dr. Mac’s Mojito. Dr. Mac has hone this recipe over the past two decades. With every ingredient containing alcohol except for lime and lots of mint, he calls it a marvel of modern medicine!

WHO: Guest bartenders:

  • Jacqueline Bishop
  • Rauly Butler
  • Martina Chavez
  • Danetha Doe
  • Kirsten MacDonald
  • Grant Shoaf

About Berkeley Humane

Berkeley Humane serves the people and animals of our community by providing life-saving programs for cats and dogs, cultivating compassion, and strengthening the human-animal bond. Because the well-being of animals reflects the well-being of our community, they engage minds, hearts and hands to provide care for dogs and cats in the East Bay. Over 125 years of trusted service adn dedication to Berkeley and the East Bay.

About Spats

After a seven-year closure, Spats is back in business and ready to serve up cold beer, tasty cocktails, as well as new American pub food. Join them for a quick after work drink, dinner with friends or the game and a few beers. 1974 Shattuck Ave.
Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 841-7225

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Missing Bucci’s at Lunchtime? Maybe Not Any More. 612one Opened its Doors in Emeryville!

Welcome to 612one Fusion Culinary & Fine Cocktails. The brick interior and high industrial ceilings are the same as in the long run of Bucci’s, but the look is now a polished modernism with metal tables and a sleek bar. The kitchen has been reconfigured so the dining room space seems a lot more airy and can seat more guests.

But what is really different is the soft opening menu. It’s a fun take on Asian Fusion, as both owners come from Thai restaurant backgrounds. For example, their Wasabi Calamari is lightly breaded calamari rings with an aioli-wasabi type dipping sauce. Crisp Roasted Pork Belly is served with tamarind curry and French baguettes. A great place after work for appetizers!

And the focal point is the beautiful bar. It makes you want to have a cocktail party with your friends there. Besides six beers on tap, bottle beer and wine, 612one offers up some great cocktails. There’s the Dirty Hollis made with The Real McCoy Aged Rum, coffee liqueur and lime or the 612one Negroni with St. George Botanivore Gin, St. George Bruto Americano and Carpano Antica Formula Vermouth. Spicing things up is  the T-Mex made with Hornitos Resposado Tequila, Tamarind and Paprika.

More choices with the Bar Menu. Hot Honey Wings – crispy chicken wings caramelized with organic honey and Sriracha (hot chili) sauce, Basa Fish and Chips with Cajun French Fries and 612one Dynamite – the  Dynamite is fresh shrimp and salmon topped with spicy miso soy, chili, garlic, lime and coriander.

The lunch menu  has a Grilled Chicken Burger and a Spicy Linguine Pasta with salmon, garlic, asparagus, mushrooms and basil. A Grilled Prawn Salad with spicy chili lime can be paired with their Rib Eye steak on the dinner menu. According to patrons, the Spicy Pasta Basil is a hit – Stir-fried linguini pasta and jumbo prawns with chili, garlic, asparagus, mushrooms and sweet basil. All very creative combinations of fresh food. Since they are still in their ‘soft opening’ phase, you can let the proprietors, Rawitpan Ussawagasemjit (Ohm) and Gary Srisawat (Chef), know your favorites. Their hours are easy to remember: 11am-10pm Mon. – Sat. (510) 285-6854

612one (6121) Hollis St. in Emeryville

 

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