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Downtown Oakland

April 29, 2008 – 12:04 am

My husband and I are moving back to Oakland this summer, which for those of you not familiar with the Bay Area, is just across the Bay Bridge from San Francisco. (We moved from San Francisco in 2003 because I just couldn’t take one more cold, foggy summer.)
I have a real love for Oakland, [...]

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Bibliomania

February 19, 2008 – 10:43 pm

Sam and I stumbled upon Bibliomania (1816 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, 510-835-5733) after the yummiest lunch at Flora, one of my favorite new restaurants in Oakland. (Side note: Try the “donettes” at brunch!) The exterior may be a bit bizarre and outdated, but the interior is stacked with the most gorgeous antique books on every [...]

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Fruitvale’s French Sweets

February 19, 2008 – 8:04 pm

Oakland’s Fruitvale Avenue remains the spot for authentic pan dulce, but now its bragging rights include French pastries with the opening of La Farine. Until recently, I had to venture into Rockridge territory for a decent croissant. Now, I try to convince myself that a walk to this nearby patisserie balances the decadent treats that [...]

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