The family-owned North Oakland shop’s entrance was recently smashed apart by a truck but neighbors have rallied to support it.
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‘A taste from home’: Despite a war, a small shop brings Ukrainian and Russian foods to Oakland
When Suman Acharya purchased Euromix Delicatessen in 2021, he didn’t foresee how a distant conflict would upend the global supply chain.
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‘A restaurant for all kinds of people’: Tigrai Cafe showcases Tigrayan culture
After 18 years of working various jobs, Feven Kahsay’s family achieved their dream of opening a restaurant in Oakland.
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A downtown Oakland salon serves as a hangout spot for Oakland’s Mongolian community
The hand-painted sign for Saraa Puntsag’s salon has become a beacon for Mongolian immigrants.
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Listen: For this Bolivian father and son, tailoring is a way of life
Gabriel and Efrain Escobar are continuing the family tradition at their shops in Oakland and Pleasant Hill.
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Oakland Asian Cultural Center is hosting its third annual “virtual” night market
The online directory, which started during the pandemic, will spotlight local businesses throughout March and April.
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A Brazilian attorney in East Oakland helps other Latino immigrants pursue their dreams
Natalia Vieira Santanna wasn’t supposed to stay in the U.S. Now, she runs a successful immigration law firm in Fruitvale.
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East Bay Iranians organize local condemnation of state violence against women and others in Iran
Several Bay Area cities have passed resolutions decrying ongoing human rights abuses in Iran. The effort started in Berkeley and Oakland.
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National pride, ethical qualms, and family: Oaklanders talk about the World Cup
An Argentinian, Brit, and Mexican-American reflect on what soccer and this year’s cup mean to them.
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Oakland Moroccans lose the World Cup but win community and connection
The Bay Area doesn’t have a large Moroccan community, but this year’s tournament brought them together.
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From horse-drawn carriages to electric cars: After 145 years, Oakland auto repair shop changes hands
George V. Arth & Son has served East Bay drivers since the 1870s, but the family has decided to sell and move on.
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Fast food franchises have a tight grip on Eastmont. The city wants to change that
Oakland is hoping to persuade McDonald’s and Taco Bell to remove a deed restriction so the Black Cultural Zone’s market hall can succeed.
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Where to watch the 2022 World Cup in the East Bay
Cheering on the USA, Mexico, Senegal, or South Korea? Here’s some gathering spots in Oakland and Berkeley for international soccer’s greatest competition.
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One of Fruitvale’s only optometry practices faithfully serves its patients
Payam and Genesta Zarehbin Irani run Fruitvale Optometry, a bilingual business that caters to the neighborhood’s Latino communities.
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For Temescal’s only tailor, craft is culture
Bolivian-born Gabriel Escobar’s father, mother, and grandfather were expert tailors. He continues their legacy in his North Oakland shop.
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How are Oakland’s Latino businesses doing?
Fruitvale is bustling, but Latino businesses still need help, says the president of the Oakland Latino Chamber of Commerce.
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A Sri Lankan chef says goodbye to her longtime Oakland cafe
Chef Anula Edirisinghe said she’s closing her downtown Oakland restaurant due to rising rent and slow foot traffic in downtown.
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Small businesses can get free website design from Hack the Hood
The Oakland-based nonprofit teaches youth to build websites. Local small businesses can apply now for the program.
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‘What Jun did here will not disappear’: Community members mourn slain restaurant owner, call for justice
Lucky Three Seven co-owner Artgel “Jun” Anabo was shot outside of his East Oakland restaurant one week ago. His friends and family gathered there today to honor his legacy.
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Helping Oakland’s immigrant business owners get online—and get to the next level
Unity Council’s Onward Oakland: Adelante Oakland program helps Fruitvale entrepreneurs build their digital presence, apply for permits, and more.
