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The Experience, Richmond: East Brother Beer Co. Weekend

The Experience:

Marin adventure anyone?

Get outdoors this weekend and visit Restaurateur Bill Higgins and East Brother Beer Co’s  Tam Tavern in Mill Valley.  It’s a lively gathering place where elevated pub fare meets award-winning craft beer, sports bar and beer garden. Chef-driven menus, 15 rotating taps and craft cocktails make the perfect blend of food, drink and community at the foot of Mount Tam. Your destination after a vigorous bike ride or hike. Or just because you want to watch the game with a pint and some great grub.

You will find all kinds of starters from Brussel Sprouts to Potato Pancakes to Oysters on the Half Shell, Prawn Salads, Seasonal Salads and Chicken Soup. Mains include the Bo Pilsner Beer Battered Fish & Chips, Double Smash Burger or Veggie Burger and even Prime Rib. All kinds of pizzas. And Banana Split anyone? This is just a sneak preview. Bring your friends and explore the menu. It’s Marin’s new trail to table hangout.

Hours: Mon – Thu 4-9pm; Fri 4-10pm; Sat 12-10pm; Sun 10am-9pm

HAPPY HOUR: Mon thru Fri: 4pm-6pm

  • $1 off pints of beers
  • Wines for $9 & Select Cocktails for $9/$10
  • Garlic fries – $5
  • Hummus – $7
  • Potato Pancakes – $7
  • Mini Corn Dogs – $8

Tam Tavern is located at 152 Shoreline Hwy in Mill Valley.

Where:

1001 Canal Blvd
Richmond

eastbrotherbeer.com

The Experience, Emeryville: Emeryville Commerce Connection Turns Two!

The Experience:

Connexions networking event returns to Flores Cocina & Bar!

It will be an amazing night out on the patio at Flores where Emeryville Commerce Connection (ECC) launched in 2024. Come raise a glass and help them celebrate this important milestone on Wed Mar 25, 5:30 – 7:30pm.

It’s Women’s History Month and ECC is also celebrating women-owned businesses!

Dive into amazing Mexican Appetizers, Totopos & Guacamole, plus Margaritas! Wine and Beer on Tap and More. Meet some new biz friends and visit with City officials, startups, business owners, innovators, creatives, plus their new 2026 ECC Board of Directors.

Join the fun! They can’t wait to see you!  Register.

Flores Cocina & Bar is located @ 5614 Bay St Emeryville #244.

More info about ECC:

https://emeryvillecommerceconection.com

By |2026-03-19T11:31:56-07:00March 19th, 2026|Tags: , , |0 Comments

The Experience, Alameda: Lucky 13 + Scolari’s Good Eats!

The Experience:

Afternoon Bliss

Settle in with your friends at Lucky 13 and let the afternoon unfold! They carry 20+ beers on tap which change up. Right now some of the faves are Pliny the Elder – double IPA, Russian River “Mind Circus – a hazy IPA, 21st Amendment “El Sully” – a Mexican lager, 805’s Blonde and many more. They have 40+ bottled beers, fine spirits and wines from local wineries.

You can bring in great food from Scolari’s. Try their popular Blueberry Bacon Cheeseburger – bacon, peppercorn crusted Niman Ranch burger, bleu cheese, red onion and basil aioli on a Challah bun. Check it out while knocking back your favorite fresh beer. You can also go for Scolari’s Classic Cheeseburger with American cheese, Niman Ranch beef, house sauce, dill pickle, red onion, tomato butter and lettuce on a Challah bun. They offer veggie and vegan choices also, along with salads, Shrimp & Chips and more. All you have to do is choose which afternoon.

Open daily 12noon to 2am.

Where:

1301 Park St
Alameda

https://www.facebook.com/lucky13alameda

By |2026-03-19T12:09:36-07:00March 19th, 2026|Tags: , , , |0 Comments

The Experience, Alameda: Dragon Rouge Bistro Delight

The Experience:

Authentic Vietnamese cuisine on the water!

Kick back for a relaxing evening dining on the patio overlooking the Alameda estuary in this welcoming family-owned restaurant inspired by the food from the city of Phan Thiet in SE Vietnam.

Try their Signature Fresh Spring Rolls, Lemongrass Sizzling Plate with salmon, Curry Dip Sandwich and their fans’ fave fried rice dishes. Sharing is easy. Bring your friends and check out their grilled platter featured here. Dragon Rouge is also known for their tasty  Cocktails and Mocktails!

Their experienced chefs paired with dedicated staff assure you a wonderful dining experience indoors or outdoors. You can also just stop by for Happy Hour on the water!

Mon-Thurs 11:30am-8:30pm; Fri/Sat 11am-9:30pm; Sun 11am-8:30pm

Where:

2337 Branding Ave

Alameda

https://dragonrougebythebay.com

By |2026-03-12T10:39:47-07:00March 12th, 2026|Tags: , , , |0 Comments

The Experience, Emeryville: Bay Street Emeryville Film Festival

The Experience:

Emeryville Film Festival is back!

Spend a fun afternoon at Bay Street Emeryville watching films and dining at your favorite eateries.

They’re back for their 2nd year of the Emeryville Film Festival – a celebration of Bay Area creativity and storytelling taking place at AMC Bay Street 16 Theater March 21, 12-10pm. Explore thought-provoking topics such as community resilience, innovation, environmental stewardship and the vibrant diversity of the Bay Area. Highlights include 6 exciting blocks of curated content:

  • Beyond the Lamplight: Independent Works from Pixar Creators – Curator: Blake Bauman and Rebecca Nisco
  • Bright Ideas: Student Film Showcase – Curator: Tony Alfaro
  • Human Stories: Short Documentary Block – Curator: Jalena Keane-Lee
  • Trust The Process – Curator: Sean Wells & Roast n’ Post
  • Laughter is the Cure To… – Curator: Langstyn Avery
  • Resilience: Inside & Out – Curator: Tanisha Cannon (Legal Services for Prisoners with Children) & Rahsaan Thomas (San Quentin Film Festival)

Produced by Rotten City Cultural District (RCCD) and AMC Bay Street 16. Get more information and purchase your tickets HERE.

Where:

5614 Bay Street – Suite 220.

Emeryville

http://baystreetemeryville.com

By |2026-03-12T10:48:04-07:00March 12th, 2026|Tags: , , , , , |0 Comments
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