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The Experience, Alameda: The Local Coffee

The Experience:

Put the ‘Good’ back in your Morning!

Try their just brewed happiness in a cup – a cup of cortado* with oatmilk. It’s a Spanish beverage with roughly equal parts espresso and warm milk.  The milk is steamed, but not frothy. A perfect match with a wheat free coconut macaroon.

Good morning! *(cortar – to cut. The large amount of milk cuts the acidity of the coffee.)

Did you know that the Local is now serving the YUZU, an espresso tonic over ice?  And if you want a little kick, try their Mojito Fizzes with zesty lime, fresh mint and sparkling soda water

This location has been a coffee house for the past 20+ years. It’s one of the oldest buildings on Park Street, built in 1891 as the original Masonic Temple. The owners are continuing the tradition of ‘small-business coffee on Park Street’! Old fashioned furniture reminiscent of an old library, makes it the perfect ambiance for getting your work done. Hours: Mon – Fri 7:30am – 4pm; Sa/Su – 8:30am – 4pm.

About The Local

A community gathering place in  downtown Alameda, The Local is on the ground floor of the original Masonic Lodge building that has been at the heart of the community for over 130 years. New owner Soco Munkhod  reopened The Local after the pandemic to the delight of the community after it had shuttered in December of 2020. Fans hastily came back with their laptops sipping their Lattes and noshing on tasty pastries and sandwiches in this lovely  historic building.

Where:

1333 Park St
Alameda

https://www.facebook.com/thelocalalameda

The Experience, Alameda: C’era Una Volta Kitchen + Catering June 4 Menu

The Experience:

Bring a bit of Tuscany to your table!

Check out Chef Rudy’s menu for Tuesday, June 4. 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 May 31 and pick it up on Tuesday June 4 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 June 4:

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 & Vegetables made with Walnut Basil Pesto
  2. Lasagna with Bechamel & all-beef Chianti Meat Sauce
  3. Penne con Salmone Affumicato – Pasta & smoked salmon and cream sauce. garnish: grated parmesan
  4. Pizza Mushrooms & Olives Note VEGETARIAN or VEGAN
  5. Ravioli di Zucca con Gorgonzola – Butternut Squash Ravioli with Gorgonzola Cream Sauce
  6. Risotto Saffron con Pollo (Saffron Rice with Chicken & Sausage) – Saffron/Onion/Peas & Carrots sautéed rice *Vegan on request
  7. VEGAN – Portobello Cap, Spinach & Hearty Lentils with Sage – Topped with toasted Cashews / roasted vegetables side dish

Order by Friday, May 31, 5pm. Pickup or Delivery on Tuesday, June 4 between 11am and 6pm.

Sound good? C’era Una Volta has all your Italian favorites and Chef Rudy’s specials represent historic Tuscany flavors. They also have meal packages and family meals. Questions or to place your order: catering@ceraunavolta.us or  510.769.4828. A tavola non s’invecchia mai – “At the table, we never grow old.”

Where:

800 W Tower Ave. inside The Hub Sports Club, formerly the Bladium

Alameda

https://www.ceraunavolta.us

The Experience, Alameda: Alameda Museum

The Experience:

Return to yesterday at Meyers House & Gardens!

Have you ever been to the charming and period furnished Meyers House? It was erected in 1897, an example of the Colonial Revival style, and it’s Alameda’s only historic home open for tours. Come visit on Saturday, May 25 for tours beginning at 1pm. Last admission to begin touring is 3pm.

So, what can $5 buy these days? Your $5 admission fee includes a tour of the house, an architectural exhibit, a look at the studio where architects Henry Meyers and his daughter, Mildred, worked and you can a also have a fun step into the past.

You can stroll through the gardens, often helped out by volunteers and visit the carriage house gallery dedicated to the works of early Alameda artist Edwin Siegfried, (1889-1955), noted for his paintings of the salt marshes that once lined Alameda.

Meyers House opens May 25th at 1pm and is located at 2021 Alameda Avenue. Docents are on hand to point out items of particular interest and answer questions.

About the Meyers House & Gardens

The House is a City of Alameda Landmark, designated Historical Monument Number 26, and managed by the Alameda Museum. Located on a tree-lined residential street in the bayside town of Alameda, the grounds of the Meyers House offer a beautiful and unique period venue to visit. The Meyers House is open each month on the fourth Saturday from 1-4pm

The three Meyers sisters originally bequeathed the house and grounds to the City of Alameda for use as a house museum and a passive park. On May 1, 2013, the City of Alameda transferred operations and ownership to Alameda Museum.

Where:

Meyers House Hiuse & Gardens – 2021 Alameda Ave. 510-521-1247

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

The Experience:

Make it Tuscan cuisine this week!

Check out Chef Rudy’s menu for Tuesday, May 7th. 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 5/3 and pick it up on Tuesday 5/7 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 May 7th:

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 & Vegetables made with Walnut Basil Pesto
  2. Lasagna with Bechamel & all-beef Chianti Meat Sauce
  3. Penne con Salmone Affumicato – Pasta & smoked salmon and cream sauce. garnish: grated parmesan
  4. Pizza Mushrooms & Olives – Note: VEGETARIAN or VEGAN
  5. Ravioli di Zucca con Gorgonzola- Butternut Squash Ravioli with Gorgonzola Cream Sauce
  6. Risotto Saffron con Pollo (Saffron Rice with Chicken & Sausage) – Saffron/Onion/Peas & Carrots sautéed rice *Vegan on request
  7. VEGAN – Portobello Cap, Spinach & Hearty Lentils with Sage – Topped with toasted Cashews / roasted vegetables side dish

Order by Friday, May 3rd, 5pm. Pickup or Delivery on Tuesday, May 7,  between 11am and 6pm.

Sound good? C’era Una Volta has all your Italian favorites and Chef Rudy’s specials represent historic Tuscany flavors. They also have meal packages and family meals. Questions or to place your order: catering@ceraunavolta.us or  510.769.4828. A tavola non s’invecchia mai – “At the table, we never grow old.” And don’t forget, you can always have Chef Rudy cater your parties and dinners! You just worry about visiting with your guests.

Where:

800 W Tower Ave. inside The Hub Sports Club, formerly the Bladium

Alameda

https://www.ceraunavolta.us

The Experience, Alameda: Mosley’s Cafe Charcuterie

The Experience:

Charcuterie Boxes to-go. On your patio or on the water!

Taking friends out on the Bay? Hosting a Happy Hour?  Make it easy on yourself and order a Beautiful Charcuterie Box from Mosley’s Café. Email Scott at scott.mosleyscafe@gmail.com to learn more about choices and to place your order and schedule a pick-up.

Even though Mosley’s closes at 3pm, Charcuterie orders are accepted until 5pm!

Please let them know if you have any allergies.

  • $55 1-2 People
  • $75 2-3 People
  • $100 4-6 People
  • $250 7-10 People

About Mosley’s Cafe

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

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