A taste of Colombia in Alameda
Game-day bites with Alameda's Macondo Colombian Fusion. Owners, Constanza Ortiz and Jacob Loffsner, talk food, tradition, and soccer.
Game-day bites with Alameda's Macondo Colombian Fusion. Owners, Constanza Ortiz and Jacob Loffsner, talk food, tradition, and soccer.
Kayma Algerian Eatery: first Bay Area Algerian cuisine & pastry
The World Cup atmosphere is building as Algeria takes on Jordan today, and for many fans, food is just as important as the match itself. At Kayma Algerian Eatery in San Francisco, owners Wafa and Mounir Bahloul are introducing Bay Area diners to a culture built around hospitality, family, and gathering around the table.
The World Cup atmosphere is building as Algeria takes on Jordan today, and for many fans, food is just as important as the match itself. At Kayma Algerian Eatery in San Francisco, owners Wafa and Mounir Bahloul are introducing Bay Area diners to a culture built around hospitality, family, and gathering around the table.
Concord's Cocina Híjole María bringing World Cup energy
It’s Mexico vs. South Korea on the world stage tonight, but in Concord, the energy is just as personal at Cocina Híjole María, located on1819 Colfax Street. The family-run spot known for its watch parties and deep community ties. Owner, Francisco Laredo, his sister, Anayeli and mother and head chef, Ana Maria Arellano, talk family, tradition, and food.
It’s Mexico vs. South Korea on the world stage tonight, but in Concord, the energy is just as personal at Cocina Híjole María, located on1819 Colfax Street. The family-run spot known for its watch parties and deep community ties. Owner, Francisco Laredo, his sister, Anayeli and mother and head chef, Ana Maria Arellano, talk family, tradition, and food.
A summer celebration of Sonoma Valley wine
On June 18, Sonoma Valley Vintners & Growers Alliance will launch the Year of Community with the Sonoma Summer Solstice Soirée at MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa. Guests will enjoy poolside wine tastings from some of Sonoma Valley’s most celebrated wineries, seasonal cuisine, live music, and the signature Sonoma Spritz cocktail. The event marks the beginning of a summer-long celebration leading up to the 129th Vintage Festival in September.
On June 18, Sonoma Valley Vintners & Growers Alliance will launch the Year of Community with the Sonoma Summer Solstice Soirée at MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa. Guests will enjoy poolside wine tastings from some of Sonoma Valley’s most celebrated wineries, seasonal cuisine, live music, and the signature Sonoma Spritz cocktail. The event marks the beginning of a summer-long celebration leading up to the 129th Vintage Festival in September.
San Francisco supervisor working to bring more supermarkets to the city
San Francisco Supervisor Bilal Mahood is introducing the Affordable Groceries Act, a set of legislation and ballot measures aimed at turning vacant buildings into bustling supermarkets.
San Francisco Supervisor Bilal Mahood is introducing the Affordable Groceries Act, a set of legislation and ballot measures aimed at turning vacant buildings into bustling supermarkets.
World Cup fever hits Redwood City at La Maja Empanada
If you’re hosting a watch party, bring the taste of Argentina to the table. Think sizzling empanadas, chimichurri, and sweet dulce de leche desserts—perfect game-night fuel. La Maja Empanada in Redwood City, an Argentine restaurant brings that same match-day vibe straight to the Bay, with food built for sharing and celebrating every goal.
If you’re hosting a watch party, bring the taste of Argentina to the table. Think sizzling empanadas, chimichurri, and sweet dulce de leche desserts—perfect game-night fuel. La Maja Empanada in Redwood City, an Argentine restaurant brings that same match-day vibe straight to the Bay, with food built for sharing and celebrating every goal.
The Charles Napa Valley: pride and hospitality
As Pride Month shines a spotlight on belonging and visibility, one hospitality brand is expanding its mission of creating welcoming spaces for travelers of all backgrounds. Its newest chapter in Napa Valley builds on a philosophy that places inclusivity, and comfort, at the center of the guest experience. Charles Gruwell, founder of The Charles Napa Valley, gives insight.
As Pride Month shines a spotlight on belonging and visibility, one hospitality brand is expanding its mission of creating welcoming spaces for travelers of all backgrounds. Its newest chapter in Napa Valley builds on a philosophy that places inclusivity, and comfort, at the center of the guest experience. Charles Gruwell, founder of The Charles Napa Valley, gives insight.
Supporters to turn in signatures this week for $30 minimum wage measure in Alameda County
Supporters of a $30 minimum wage initiative in Alameda County say they are turning in nearly double the signatures needed to qualify for the November ballot. They plan to turn in those signatures this week.
Supporters of a $30 minimum wage initiative in Alameda County say they are turning in nearly double the signatures needed to qualify for the November ballot. They plan to turn in those signatures this week.
San Jose businesses gear up for multi-week World Cup boost
With the World Cup kicking off next week, businesses across San Jose are preparing for a massive influx of soccer fans—and they are hoping the economic benefits will stretch far beyond downtown.
With the World Cup kicking off next week, businesses across San Jose are preparing for a massive influx of soccer fans—and they are hoping the economic benefits will stretch far beyond downtown.
Plank in Oakland's Jack London Square to close after nearly 12 years
One of Jack London Square's most recognizable businesses is preparing to close its doors after nearly 12 years on the Oakland waterfront.
One of Jack London Square's most recognizable businesses is preparing to close its doors after nearly 12 years on the Oakland waterfront.
Inside Oakland's Bake Sum Bakery
Joyce Tang pivoted to a pop-up called “Bake Sum,” serving creative Asian American treats that quickly built a devoted following across the east bay. Now, six years later, Oakland's Bake Sum has earned national buzz, a “best bakery in the east bay” title from nosh readers, a brand-new cookbook — and a second east bay location. Joyce Tang, owner of Bake Sum, shares here story.
Joyce Tang pivoted to a pop-up called “Bake Sum,” serving creative Asian American treats that quickly built a devoted following across the east bay. Now, six years later, Oakland's Bake Sum has earned national buzz, a “best bakery in the east bay” title from nosh readers, a brand-new cookbook — and a second east bay location. Joyce Tang, owner of Bake Sum, shares here story.
College graduates face tough job market as AI reshapes hiring process
With another 4 million college graduates preparing to enter the workforce, a new generation of jobseekers is facing an increasingly competitive market — and a hiring process being transformed by artificial intelligence.
With another 4 million college graduates preparing to enter the workforce, a new generation of jobseekers is facing an increasingly competitive market — and a hiring process being transformed by artificial intelligence.
AAPI spotlight: Chef Reina’s vegan Filipino revolution
For AAPI Heritage Month, we spotlight Chef Reina Montenegro, a Dumaguete City native whose journey from the Philippines to the Bay Area transformed into a powerful story of resilience, reinvention, and culinary activism. Today, she’s celebrated for pioneering Filipino vegan cuisine across the Peninsula and San Francisco.
For AAPI Heritage Month, we spotlight Chef Reina Montenegro, a Dumaguete City native whose journey from the Philippines to the Bay Area transformed into a powerful story of resilience, reinvention, and culinary activism. Today, she’s celebrated for pioneering Filipino vegan cuisine across the Peninsula and San Francisco.
BART legacy car to become Arthur Mac’s new dining space in Hayward
Arthur Mac’s Big Snack is opening its third and largest location in downtown Hayward, featuring a restored 1990s Class A BART train car.
Arthur Mac’s Big Snack is opening its third and largest location in downtown Hayward, featuring a restored 1990s Class A BART train car.
Novato small businesses unite to fight rising costs of inflation, oil shock
Small business owners in Novato gathered to strengthen networking and collaboration in response to rising costs and economic pressures.
Small business owners in Novato gathered to strengthen networking and collaboration in response to rising costs and economic pressures.
Dave & Buster's preparing for Jack London Square grand opening Monday
A major name in entertainment is officially joining Oakland’s Jack London Square. Dave & Buster's is scheduled to hold a grand opening ceremony Monday at its new home located at 55 Harrison Street.
A major name in entertainment is officially joining Oakland’s Jack London Square. Dave & Buster's is scheduled to hold a grand opening ceremony Monday at its new home located at 55 Harrison Street.
Job hugging: staying put, planning the exit
Even though the job market appears to be slowing down, a new study suggests many workers may actually be preparing for their next move. John Woods, founding director of the University of Phoenix Career Institute, gives insight.
Even though the job market appears to be slowing down, a new study suggests many workers may actually be preparing for their next move. John Woods, founding director of the University of Phoenix Career Institute, gives insight.
Consumer confidence hits record low amid Iran war fears, K-shaped economy concerns
U.S. consumer confidence fell to its lowest level on record this month, driven by fears over rising costs tied to the ongoing war in Iran, even as official government data suggests the broader economy remains relatively stable.
U.S. consumer confidence fell to its lowest level on record this month, driven by fears over rising costs tied to the ongoing war in Iran, even as official government data suggests the broader economy remains relatively stable.
Can AI fix housing delays?
California needs hundreds of thousands of new homes, yet major projects from housing to infrastructure are plagued by delays and rising costs. KP Reddy of Zero RFI explains what’s broken and how AI is changing the equation.
California needs hundreds of thousands of new homes, yet major projects from housing to infrastructure are plagued by delays and rising costs. KP Reddy of Zero RFI explains what’s broken and how AI is changing the equation.
The future of work in the AI era
The list of tech companies based in Silicon Valley and beyond that are cutting jobs is long, and while there was a lot of concern that artificial intelligence would replace workers, many analysts say that's not the reality. Marcus Mossberger, workforce strategy expert, gives insight.
The list of tech companies based in Silicon Valley and beyond that are cutting jobs is long, and while there was a lot of concern that artificial intelligence would replace workers, many analysts say that's not the reality. Marcus Mossberger, workforce strategy expert, gives insight.