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The Experience, Emeryville: Trader Vic’s Summer Drink

The Experience:

Beat the heat with a tropical treat!

Summer is unofficially here. This weekend you can cool down with a refreshing Cucu Lada. This crisp, island-inspired cocktail blends pineapple juice, cucumber purée, light rum and creamy coconut for a drink that’s as chill as it is delicious, or so they say at Trader Vic’s.

And while you are there you can meet your new favorite meatless dish: the Oni’o Palena Stir Fry. Crispy eggplant, crunchy snow peas and a rich pineapple glaze, all tossed together and served over perfectly steamed rice. It’s fresh, bold and packed with flavor – no meat required.

Trader Vic’s is the place where fusion flavors meet tropical vibes. Take a break and visit their lounge for a drink and some Tidbits & Pupus – Veggie Spring Rolls, Crispy Prawns and of course, the Cheese Bings made famous at the Beverly Hilton in the 80s..

Enjoy the afternoon light as the sun begins to dip and you slowly finish off your Cucu Lada.. 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

The Experience, Emeryville: Honor Kitchen & Cocktails Parties

The Experience:

Want to host a gathering?

Whether it’s for your family and friends or your work colleagues, you will find a fantastic setting for a great get together at Honor Kitchen & Cocktails. You can host a group inside or in the outside lounge area among comfy chairs and sofas and be mesmerized by the warmth and glow of the fire pits.

They offer semi private events from 15 and up and private buyouts of the space for up to 250.

You can host a cocktail reception in the Honor Lounge which is a private, cool space for up to 60 people. The Atrium has high ceilings with plenty of space and  includes two adjacent fire pits for an indoor/outdoor experience. It’s a fun beautiful sunlit atrium during the day which is transformed at night with jewel toned lights, outdoor fire pits and great leather furniture. Add a bit of excitement to your corporate events – be it a team celebration, holiday event or a department party.

Honor is your event go-to with fantastic food choices to fit your vibe. And their libations are the talk of the town. More info.. Contact the events team and let them help you plan your event.  510-653-8937

HONOR (on-er) n. Honesty, fairness, or integrity on one’s beliefs and actions.  A source of credit or distinction. High respect, as for worth, merit, or rank.  High public esteem, fame; glory; the privilege of being associated.

Where:

1411 Powell  St

Emeryville

https://www.honoremeryville.com/

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The Experience, Emeryville: Townhouse Sunday

The Experience:

Mother’s Day Brunch on the patio?

The Townhouse kitchen crew is cooking up some of your favorites. And the patio beckons you outdoors to enjoy the beginning of long summer days.  Plus, this Sunday on the patio Bow Hammer Skins is providing the tunes  – a mixture of jazz, blues, gospel, samba and reggae. Perfect vibe for a leisurely brunch.

It may be time for their Buttermilk Fried Chicken & Waffle with Chipotle honey butter and real maple syrup.. Yum. There’s a Veggie Omelet with Crimini mushrooms, spinach, cheddar, mixed greens or home fries and grilled sourdough. And then there are ‘the Benedicts’: the Classic Benedict with Canadian Bacon or the Californian with roasted tomato, avocado, house-made  hollandaise, mixed greens or home fries. You can also have Salmon Cakes with house-made hollandaise, greens or home fries. Waffles and Pancakes plus eggs anyway you want them.

Bar Specialties include Mimosas, Alex’s Bloody Mary – made with love, the Hemingway Daiquiri, an Espresso Martini and more! They serve  great  on tap, along with other local craft beer, wines and bubbly.

 Call them now. They can’t wait to see you! (510) 652-6151. Or RSVP https://townhouseemeryville.com/#reservations_yelp

Where:

5862 Doyle Street

Emeryville

http://www.townhousebarandgrill.com

The Experience, Emeryville: Rudy’s Can’t Fail Cafe Music on the Patio

The Experience:

Fill your weekend with free Live Music!

Stop by for a retro diner experience as you take in the music vibe! My Blue Soul is kicking off their residency at Rudy’s this Friday from 6-8 pm! Then on Saturday, April 27, The Mercy Kit will be ripping up the patio from 6-8pm. Plan on arriving early for Happy Hour. Happy Hour is from 5pm to close.

Here’s the lineup for Happy Hour specials:

Happy Hour Drinks

  • Lagunitas IPA
  • Guinness Stout
  • House Red or White Wine
  • Premium Red Wine
  • Premium White Wine
  • Sparkling Wine
  • Bloody Rudy

Happy Hour Menu

  • Street Tacos
  • Chips & Pico de Gallo
  • Ribeye Steak Quesadilla
  • Ribeye Steak Tacos
  • Cheese Quesadilla
  • Grilled Chicken Quesadilla
  • What are you waiting for? They can’t wait to see you.

A fun food addition to your weekend awaits you. And remember: When you are at Rudy’s Can’t Fail Cafe, you are Rudy.

Rudy’s Hours: Daily, 8am-3pm – Breakfast + Lunch; Wed – Sat, 5-9pm Dinner 510-594-1221.

About Rudy’s Can’t Fail Cafe

Rudy’s was born from a desire to create a restaurant where people of all walks of life can feel welcome and eat honest food in a fun atmosphere. They are committed to serving their community with an eatery that is reasonably priced, family friendly, and that cares about your well-being.

Where:

4081 Hollis St

Emeryville

https://www.iamrudy.com/

The Experience, Emeryville: Trader Vic’s Gifts

The Experience:

Do you have your Bay Area landmark glasses yet?

Bay Area Skyline Rocks Glasses are now available. They are perfect for entertaining visitors or as gifts for friends you are visiting. A little something from your life by the Bay. These glasses feature iconic Bay Area landmarks: Trader Vic’s Emeryville, their flagship location, Golden Gate Bridge, Oakland skyline and more!

Stop by Trader Vic’s Emeryville today to buy your glassware and check out all the treasures in their gift shop.

You  can also hang in the lounge before you head out and order some tidbits  and small plates from their lounge menu. 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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