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The Experience, Richmond: Anaviv’s Table & Provenance Dinner

The Experience:

Provenance Dinner: A supper club evening for founders, leaders & thinkers

Join Chef Arnon at Anaviv’s Table with Dia Bondi, author and leadership communications coach, for a Provenance Dinner on Wednesday, April 16, 6:30-8:30pm.

What is a Provenance Dinner? It’s a facilitated discussion woven through a thoughtfully curated fine dining menu to help you gain insight into how your core origin story influences and empowers your leadership.

It’s not a workshop. Nor is it a class. It’s an opportunity to walk away with a new perspective and an expanded network of like-minded thinkers, as you enjoy this private supper club experience. Anaviv’s Table – a communal supper club –  is tucked away in a collection of industrial buildings in Point Richmond.

​This Provenance Dinner brings together 12 founders, leaders and independent professionals in a lovely venue for an origin story exchange designed to expand networks and deepen relationships —all while enjoying a fabulous meal and wine paring prepared by Chef Arnon, formerly of Chez Panisse, co-founder of the Plant to Plate Program and Owner of Sailing Goat.

​Why is it called a Provenance Dinner? Come and you’ll see.

​Bring a friend and reserve your seat at the table. Registration covers the cost a bespoke prix fixe multi-course dinner, and wine pairings, tax and convenience fee—nothing more, nothing less.

​*Chef Arnon can accommodate all dietary restrictions

About Dia Bondi

In her private coaching and programs, she works with C-level leaders, VC backed founders and ambitious professionals helping them find their voice and lead with it.  She’s been featured on CNBC Make It, Forbes and Fast Company. In global sport, she helped Rio de Janeiro secure the 2016 Summer Olympics. Her book, Ask Like An Auctioneer: How to Ask for More and Get It, is available now. More about Dia Bondi

About Anaviv

Anaviv is led by Chef Arnon Oren, who was classically trained in France and previously worked at Chez Panisse in Berkeley and Oliveto Café & Restaurant in Oakland. Ian McQueen is Anaviv’s Chef de Cuisine. He develops and runs their newest culinary offerings at Anaviv’s Open Market.

Anaviv’s is bike friendly with racks and a fix-it kit. (415) 376-1400

Where:

600 Hoffman Blvd
Richmond

Https://anaviv.com

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The Experience, Emeryville: Trader Vic’s Lounge

The Experience:

Lounge around in the lounge!

Aloha, Spring! Step into the season of sunshine, sandy toes and tiki vibes! The crew at Trader Vic’s says it’s time to sip on something sweet, feel the warm breeze and let the good times roll with their classic Mai Tai’s!

It’s the place where fusion flavors meet tropical vibes. Take a break and visit their lounge for a drink and some Tidbits & Pupus.

Try their Veggie Spring Rolls – julienned vegetables in a a crispy spring roll wrapper served with sweet chili sauce. Or the Crispy Prawn – the original ‘crispy prawn’ finished with a light crispy panko crust for the avid shrimp lover. And then there are the classic Cheese Bings made famous at the Beverly Hilton in the 80s. This dish is  a nutmeg seasoned béchamel with Gruyére cheese & smoked ham, rolled in a crepe and finished in a crispy panko crust.

You’ll find more tidbits on their lounge menu plus some delectable ‘small plates. Enjoy the afternoon light as the sun begins to dip and you slowly finish off your Mai Tai.. 510-653-3400

About Trader Vic’s + the Mai Tai

Decades ahead of his time, Vic ‘The Trader’ Bergeron chose to offer Chinese dishes alongside the then-contemporary Continental cuisine, creating maybe the original fusion menu. Today, Trader Vic’s continues the tradition and still uses the Chinese Wood-fired Ovens featuring dishes from the Mediterranean, the Middle East, Asia, and Japan. And, as we all know, Trader Vic’s claims to be home to the original Mai Tai.

According to the Trader, Vic Bergeron, “In 1944, after success with several exotic rum drinks, I felt a new drink was needed. I was at the service bar in my Oakland restaurant. I took down a bottle of 17-year-old Jamaican J. Wray Nephew rum, added fresh lime, some Orange Curaçao from Holland, a dash of Rock Candy Syrup, and a dollop of French Orgeat, for its subtle flavor. A generous amount of shaved ice and vigorous shaking by hand produced the marriage I was after. Half the lime shell went in for color, I stuck in a branch of fresh mint, and gave two of them to Ham and Carrie Guild, friends from Tahiti, who were there that night. Carrie took one sip and said, “Mai Tai – Roa Ae” In Tahitian means “Out of this World- The Best”. Well, that was that, I named the drink ‘Mai Tai.’”

(Victor Bergeron and Carrie Guild featured below in 1970)

Hours: Wednesday-Sunday:

  • Lunch 12pm-3pm
  • Lounge 12pm-9:30pm
  • Dinner 5pm-9pm

Where:

9 Anchor Dr
Emeryville

http://tradervicsemeryville

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The Experience, Richmond: Lara’s Fine Dining on the Water

The Experience:

Dessert anyone?

One of these warm afternoons, take yourself down to this beautiful waterfront restaurant in the heart of Marina Bay. Elegant Italian-inspired cuisine, wines and craft cocktails await you in their historic dining room overlooking the water.

As usual, you can start out with their appetizers, soups and salads. Dive into the rich flavors of their seafood pasta. They are known for their fresh seafood dishes. And they’ve got steaks, chops & poultry. Feel like pizza? It’s on the menu also.

And then indulge in their beautifully crafted dessert featured here. Be sure to ask your server.

Fill your table with some friends for a fun afternoon or evening and you are set. Make your reservation now. 510-234-1860

Hours:

  • Sunday- Wednesday 11am-8pm.
  • Thursday-Saturday 11am-9pm.

About  Lara & Lara’s cuisine

Lara Choe, the founder of Lara’s Fine Dining, is a self-made fine dining entrepreneur who is proud to call Richmond home. The restaurant is her 17th venture to date. And she is also the previous owner of famous The Hotel Mac Restaurant in historic downtown Point Richmond.

With 45 years of fine dining experience, Lara is pleased to welcome you to her newest restaurant in the heart of Richmond’s historic waterfront. One of her favorite things about the Richmond community is its hometown feel. So, please stop by and say hello!

About Marina Bay

Marina Bay is a seaside neighborhood located just 15 minutes from the Richmond–San Rafael Bridge and 15 minutes north of Berkeley. The area is a hidden gem for families and visitors looking for a taste of the Bay Area.

Where:

1900 Esplanade
Richmond

http://larasfinedining.com

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The Experience, Alameda: Faction Brewing News

The Experience:

New brew just for Alameda!

If you’re out there enjoying Alameda’s finest during Alameda Restaurant Week, don’t forget to raise a glass to the ultimate hometown hero: A-Town Pale.

This American-style Pale Ale brings Cascade, Simcoe, and Centennial hops together for a crisp, hoppy tribute to their favorite island [5.7%]. And here’s the kicker – it’s only available in Alameda.

As they say at Faction: Drink local. Stay loyal. Get yourself an A-Town.

Get down to Faction and join the fun! Bring your friends and enjoy the great views of  San Francisco Bay.

Food Trucks:

Thu Mar 20 -2-8pm: Locos Only

Fri Mar 21 – 12-8pm: New Baby’z Eatery

Sat Mar 22 -12-8pm: Momolicious

Sun Mar 23 – 12-7pm: Nalo’s Jamerican Soul

Faction Brewing’s Hours: Wed/Thu 2-8pm; Fri/Sat 12-8pm; Sun 12-6pm. Non-alcoholic beverages are also available for purchase. They  have a large outdoor patio and indoor seating is also available. Call to confirm hours (510) 523-2739.

Where:

2501 Monarch St in Alameda Point
Alameda

http://factionbrewing.com

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The Experience, Emeryville: Emeryville Commerce Connection Connexions Event

The Experience:

ECC is turning ONE!

And going back to where they began – Flores Cocina & Bar @ Bay St Emeryville. Come raise a glass and help them celebrate this important Emeryville Commerce Connection milestone on Wed Mar 26, 5:30 – 7:30pm.

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 our new ECC Board of Directors.

Join the fun! And members, you can bring a friend for free for their first-time event! See you there. Members free. Non-members $25.

Location: 5614 Bay St #244 in Emeryville

Register now.

Where:

Flores Cocina & Bar  is located on the second level at Bay St Emeryville

https://emeryvillecommerceconection.com

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