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Author Archives: Risa Nye

Smiling man stands by window wearing chef's apron holding loaf pan with BBQ inside it.
Posted inNosh

Luka’s Taproom chef Willie Mendez is serving up old favorites again

by Risa Nye August 18, 2023August 18, 2023

Those yearning for the dishes they loved at the shuttered Luka’s now need only head to Binny’s in Old Oakland.

A hot toddy
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6 hot East Bay cocktails to get you through these cold, wet days

by Risa Nye March 10, 2023March 9, 2023

Served at bars across Berkeley, Oakland and beyond, these are our favorite cocktails and mocktails to warm you inside and out.

Posted inNosh

The most giftable sweet treats in the East Bay

by Risa Nye November 29, 2022December 6, 2022

A guide to confectioners and bakeries in Berkeley, Oakland and beyond with the puffiest macaron boxes, the sweetest chocolates, and the prettiest candied fruits to give this holiday season.

Posted inNosh

8 East Bay restaurants that serve great brunch cocktails

by Risa Nye November 8, 2022November 9, 2022

Destinations in Berkeley, Oakland and beyond for Bloody Marys, Mimosas, Kir Royales and more.

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Iconic Oakland hot dog shop at the heart of new art exhibit

by Risa Nye October 13, 2022October 13, 2022

Malcolm Ryder’s photo show, “Thirteen Ways of Looking at Kasper’s,” illuminates the significance of the longstanding restaurant space.

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Where to find the East Bay’s crispiest and sweetest chicken and waffles

by Risa Nye September 15, 2022September 14, 2022

Few breakfast (or dinner?) combinations satisfy as well as a piping hot piece of fried chicken with a waffle just beneath.

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Kingfish team to reopen Oakland hot dog landmark Original Kasper’s

by Risa Nye June 29, 2022June 29, 2022

The eye-catching restaurant has been closed since 2003, but if all goes well it will be slinging Chicago-style dogs again this fall.

Posted inNosh

The crispiest, most comforting hash in the East Bay

by Risa Nye January 31, 2022January 27, 2022

These restaurants in Oakland, Berkeley and beyond are serving up veggie-laden red flannel, duck leg hash with potatoes and simple plates of savory corned beef.

Posted inNosh

Where to find great cold weather cocktails

by Risa Nye December 14, 2021December 13, 2021

These fantastic East Bay spots all boast nice cozy drinks for these chilly winter days.

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8 fantastic food gifts from Oakland and Berkeley businesses

by Risa Nye November 29, 2021December 1, 2021

From Fat Gold olive oils to Wright & Brown rum, there’s an East Bay gift for everyone in the 2021 Nosh gift guide.

The Alley on Grand Avenue opened in 1933, has been closed since March due to the pandemic. Its owner says the historic piano bar is on the brink of closure. Photo: Sarah Han
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The Alley, Oakland’s last piano bar, is in danger of closing for good

by Risa Nye December 23, 2020December 23, 2020

Devoted regulars are banding together and fundraising to save the historic Grand Avenue bar.

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