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The Experience, Alameda: Karibu Wine Lounge by Wichira News

The Experience:

Saturday Brunch on the menu!

Get ready to elevate your brunch experience with Karibu by Wachira as they introduce their inaugural Mezani Brunch! Saturday, December 16 from 11am – 2pm they will debut their monthly brunch featuring delightful bites of Kenyan cuisine alongside American breakfast items, all served buffet-style. Each ticket includes one plate of food and one glass of award-winning wines, mimosas or bellinis. Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of Kenya with delectable dishes and upbeat music. Don’t miss this opportunity to savor the perfect blend of Kenyan and American brunch delights!

Here’s what’s on the Brunch Menu:

  • Samosa – meat or vegetable stuffed pastry
  • Sausage – Farmer’s Choice – Kenyan
  • Mandazi – Kenyan Donuts
  • Kachumbari – tomato based medly of herbs & spices
  • Scrambled Eggs
  • Bacon
  • Waffles
  • Plantains

Enjoy their selection of multi-award-winning wines and beers from underserved BIPOC, women and local crafters. Hours: Wed/Thurs 5-9pm; Fri 4-10pm; Sat 1-10pm; Sun 1-8pm (510) 479-4920

About

KARIBU by Wachira wine lounge is the home of Wachira Wines, an extraordinary vision and effort of Dr. Chris Wachira, the first Kenyan-born, Californian winemaker. As a young immigrant, Chris fell in-love with the science of winemaking and developed a deep appreciation for the sense of community built from sharing a bottle of wine with complete strangers. Her story is about equity and the ability to succeed through adversity. The lounge is a a welcoming community filled with great wine, art and camaraderie.

Where:

1419 Park St.

Alameda

https://karibulounge.com

    The Experience, Alameda: C’era Una Volta Kitchen + Catering Options

    The Experience:

    Share your love of Tuscany with your team!

    Create a heart-warming, soul-warming experience for those you work with and enjoy a diverse menu of Italian traditional, vegetarian and vegan dishes. Bring this timeless tradition of Mediterranean delights – ingredients, recipes and cooking techniques developed on the Italian Peninsula in Livorno and Palermo since antiquity, to your team! Besides meals, platters and trays of appetizers can also be ordered for delivery.

    Cera Una Volta prides themselves in catering their delicious food at a remote site of your choosing – such as a hotel, hospital, pub, cruise ship, park, filming site or studio, entertainment site, event venue, winery, business location or  just in your own home.

    Remember: Food is a personal reflection of the host, whether it’s in a corporate environment or a fun venue, you want to set the right mood to motivate productivity and create deeper connections. If you have a special request, they will do their best to make it happen.

    All catering requests need a three-day notice. Let Chef Rudy and crew cater your meetings, celebrations, office parties and special events! Call 510.769.4828 for more details.

    C’era Una Volta has all your Italian favorites and Chef Rudy savors historic Tuscany flavors. Questions or to place your order: [email protected].

    Where:

    800 W Tower Ave. inside the Bladium

    Alameda

    https://www.ceraunavolta.us

    By |2023-11-30T11:19:53-08:00November 30th, 2023|Tags: , , , , , |0 Comments

    The Experience, Alameda: Mosley’s Cafe

    The Experience:

    Your cafe on the water!

    You never know what’s baking in the kitchen down on the water at Mosley’s Cafe. Enjoy a peaceful morning on the dock with your favorite four legged friend in Grand Alameda Harbor. It really is a warm community gathering place, where you feel welcomed. Plus it’s so relaxing when you get to breathe in that fresh sea air. Consider it a wellness break.

    Seven Seas organic coffee and homemade pastries – heaven! Sandwiches, quiche, oatmeal, granola, avocado toasts, mimosas, beer and wine and more. Fans rave about their Grilled Cheese on Sourdough and they even have Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches.

    With over 40 years in the restaurant and hospitality business, they have a passion for unique experiences with classic comfort. They can’t wait to meet you!

    Hours: Tues -Sun 8am – 3pm. 510-263-8228

    Where:

    2099 Grand Street
    Alameda

    https://mosleyscafe.com

    By |2023-11-09T09:31:10-08:00November 9th, 2023|Tags: , , , , , , |0 Comments

    The Experience, Alameda: C’era Una Volta Kitchen + Catering Nov 7th Menu

    The Experience:

    Bring the flavors of Tuscany home!

    Check out Chef Rudy’s menu for Tuesday, November 7. Fill your week with a bit of Tuscany!

    Choose 3 entrées, each including 2 portions plus 1 Salad & 1 Focaccia per entrée. Package Price: only $80 (or $13.33 per meal) Order by Friday 11/3 and pick it up on Tuesday 11/7 or have it delivered to you and you are set!

    TUTTI A TAVOLA  ~ all at the table ~ A variety of menu styles with traditional, vegetarian and vegan options.

    Menu for  November 7:

    Salads

    1. Orto Salad – Organic mixed baby greens, carrots, radishes, olives, tomatoes and a side of balsamic vinaigrette
    2. Spinach Salad – Organic baby spinach, carrots, walnuts, caramelized red onions
    3. Cali-Italia Salad – Organic mixed greens, gorgonzola cheese, walnuts, dried cranberries and side of vinaigrette (vegan upon request)

    Entrees

    1. Eggplant Parmigiana with mozzarella & our walnut basil pesto
    2. Pasta con Salmone Affumicato- Penne & smoked salmon with cream sauce; garnish – parmesan
    3. Farro con Pesto- Hearty Farro grain and our Walnut & Basil Pesto – Vegan on request
    4. Sausage Pizza with Mushrooms & Olives – Veg./Vegan on request
    5. Bud Spencer Style Beans with Italian Sausage & Rosemary- as seen in Spaghetti Westerns!
    6. Organic Quinoa alla Contadina – Vegan/GF – Sauteed onions, bell peppers & carrots with Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    7. Portobello con Lenticchie – Vegan/GF- Portobello cap, garlic spinach, lentils, onions & crushed cashews

    Order by Friday, November 3, 5pm. Pickup or Delivery on Tuesday, November 7 between 11am and 6pm. A tavola non s’invecchia mai – “At the table, we never grow old.”

    Sound good? C’era Una Volta has all your Italian favorites and Chef Rudy’s specials represent historic Tuscany flavors. They also have weekly meal packages and family meals. Questions or to place your order: [email protected] or  510.769.4828

    Where:

    800 W Tower Ave. inside the Bladium

    Alameda

    https://www.ceraunavolta.us

    By |2023-11-02T08:11:32-07:00November 2nd, 2023|Tags: , , , , , |0 Comments

    The Experience, Alameda: Karibu Wine Lounge by Wichira Halloween Masquerade Ball

    The Experience:

    Sipping spirits and raising spirits!

    They’re brewing up a spooky good time on Halloween! Join Karibu Wine Lounge, sip Wichira wines and experience a night of enchantment at their Halloween Masquerade Ball! Expect an evening filled with mystique, captivating costumes and endless fun.  Tasty Bites will be available for purchase to accompany the evening’s musical entertainment.  And stick around until the end as they unveil the winner of the costume contest!

    • Music by djmoteef
    • Food by Montperi Catering
    • Tickets available online or at the door.
    • Saturday October 28, 7pm (note Karibu is open to the public 1-5pm that day)

    More Halloweeen Weekend fun:

    • Thurs – Vino Soul Night:The Playlist – 6-9pm
    • Fri – Game Night x Karaoke: Soul Train Edition – 7-10pm
    • Sat – Masquerade Ball & Halloween Extravaganza! 7pm
    • Sun – Soko Sundaze: Larry Noble and Friends, plus a special closing art reception with the fabulous Ashlie Kego! 3-5:30pm

    Lots of treats! Don’t miss out!

    Enjoy their selection of multi-award-winning wines and beers from underserved BIPOC, women and local crafters. Hours: Wed/Thurs 5-9pm; Fri 4-10pm; Sat 1-10pm; Sun 1-8pm (510) 479-4920

    About

    KARIBU by Wachira wine lounge is the home of Wachira Wines, an extraordinary vision and effort of Dr. Chris Wachira, the first Kenyan-born, Californian winemaker. As a young immigrant, Chris fell in-love with the science of winemaking and developed a deep appreciation for the sense of community built from sharing a bottle of wine with complete strangers. Her story is about equity and the ability to succeed through adversity. The lounge is a a welcoming community filled with great wine, art and camaraderie.

    Where:

    1419 Park St.

    Alameda

    https://karibulounge.com

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