This restaurant’s charming and eclectic atmosphere fits perfectly with the daily assortment of creole and cajun dishes offered. Several varieties of protein- and vegetarian-based gumbo and etouffee are served on your choice of white or brown rice, and corn bread and sweet bread pudding round out the small menu offering. Communal tables and a huge selection of hot sauces are available for those seeking some heat with their stew.
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The Ferry Building is one of the most iconic buildings along San Francisco's Embarcadero.
Even on a brisk February morning, after the drizzling has subsided in Oakland, the best way to warm up is a bicycle ride along Lake Merritt, with destination to the Grand Lake Farmers Market.
Whether it’s soft, fresh, chewy or cakey, donuts in the morning (or, let’s be honest, anytime of the day) always hits the spot. There’s nothing more comforting than biting into a sweet donut to put a smile on your face. Ride BART and explore some unique donut shops in the East Bay.
Powderface Cafe is located just 41 steps from the Fruitvale BART Station fare gates.At Powderface, you will find upscale New Orleans French donuts called beignets, made to order, where you can watch the entire process from start to finish. Sink your teeth into a hot, crispy beignet, fresh from the fryer. Here, you call the powder (dusting of powdered sugar or cinnamon). Add chocolate or caramel as well for the finale.
King Pin Donuts is a moderate walk from the Downtown Berkeley BART Station. Head south on Shattuck Avenue toward Allston Way, and take a left on Durant Avenue. If you prefer to enjoy the sites of the university, walk up Bancroft Way to Telegraph Avenue, turn right and proceed one block to Durant Avenue.
All Star Donuts is a short, one-block walk from the El Cerrito Plaza BART Station. Donuts are served inside a warm and inviting setting.Longtime customers Peter and Debbie compare this donut shot to the show “Cheers,” where everybody knows your name. “We come here every day to relax, enjoy a good cup of coffee and visit with other regulars.”
Photo courtesy of East Bay Times.The new San Leandro Tech Campus has a 55-foot-tall lyrical sculpture of a woman and she is absolutely beautiful. Good thing too, because it’s actual title is “Truth is Beauty.”
Spend a day connecting with nature and viewing beautiful wild birds at the wildlife sanctuary at Lake Merritt, the oldest wildlife refuge in North America.