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The Experience, Emeryville: Emeryville Commerce Connection’s Holiday Party
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The Experience, Emeryville: Emeryville Commerce Connection’s Holiday Party

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The Experience, Emeryville: Emeryville Commerce Connection’s Holiday Party

The Experience:

Travel the world one bite at a time @ Merry at the Market!

Step into an electrifying evening of people, ideas & opportunity! Join us Wed, Dec 10, for ‘MERRY AT THE MARKET’ Happy Hour from 5:30-7:30pm, where business leaders, city officials, innovators, artists & hospitality pros connect over global bites, beer & wine. Enjoy seasonal appetizers & spark new partnerships in a fun, festive venue!

Join us! Register.

ECC’s partner – Emeryville Community Assistance Program(ECAP) – Needs Volunteers!

ECAP is in their new digs and has lots of food donations to hand out and are in need of support during this especially busy time. Thanks to support from the Alameda County Food Bank, Trader Joes, Pak ‘N’ Save, Target and others, ECAP is poised to deliver, but they need the support of the community to help distribute food.

They have openings for two-hour volunteer shifts, to sort and distribute food to those in need – whenever it fits your schedule – Mon – Sat from 10am – 4pm. Sign up: volunteer@ecapprogram.org or contact Vickie Jo Sowell 510-459-9026. ECAP is located at 3610 San Pablo Ave in Emeryville.

More info about ECC:

https://emeryvillecommerceconection.com

By Mary Lou Thiercof|2025-12-04T10:41:35-08:00December 4th, 2025|Tags: Emeryville businesses, Networking, Trader Vic's|0 Comments

The Experience, Emeryville: The Café Rack Vibe
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The Experience, Emeryville: The Café Rack Vibe

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The Experience, Emeryville: The Café Rack Vibe

The Experience:

Let’s Play!

Here’s what’s happening this weekend. All you need to do is grab your friends and get your game on! – pool or ping pong. Decide what you are drinking and then share some tasty bites. You can also watch your fave sports games on their big screen TVs. You get the vibe!

Come for the fun – pool, ping pong or major league sports on TV. Stay for the exotic drinks and amazing food in this incredible community-serving venue. A warm welcome awaits you.

$15/Hour/Table. Their Pool & Pong Tables are designed for groups of up to 4 for an amazing time! 10 Pool Tables and 2 Ping Pong Tables. Reserve your table now! Text (510) 255-1925

Time to Eat!

PATATAS – Crispy twice cooked fries with a side of house garlic aioli & rosemary ketchup
WEDGE SALAD – Fresh romaine lettuce topped with pickled red onions, cherry tomato, cucumber, kalamata olives, feta, and vinaigrette
ROASTED WINGS – A pound of traditional chicken wings, roasted & served with ranch, buffalo, honey mustard, BBQ and side of veggies
HOUSE BURGER – (featured here) Half pound of Wagyu served on a Pretzel bun with aioli, lettuce, tomato, pickles served with a choice of Wedge Salad or Patatas (Add $2 per topping: Cheese, Egg, Avocado)
PASSION PLATTER: Tabouli salad, hummus, feta, kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes, and juicy grilled lamb served on toasted pita
ZESTY MEATBALLS: Choice of four seasoned lamb, wagyu, chicken, impossible, or combination meatballs served with a toasted pita & choice of wedge salad or patatas
GRILLED LAMB: Grilled lamb, spinach & asparagus. Side of wedge salad or patatas.

Reserve@The CafeRack.com or 510.230.2575.

Time to Drink!

The BAR offers premium spirits, premium beer (bottles and on tap), and single servings of wine & champagne to get the party started!

Hours: Wed/Thurs 2:30-10pm; Fri/Sat 2:30pm-12am; Sun 2:30-10pm

Where:

5768 Peladeau St
Emeryville

https://www.rackgrill.com

By Mary Lou Thiercof|2025-11-20T14:27:34-08:00November 20th, 2025|Tags: beer, Drinks, Emeryville, Ping Pong, Pool, Tasty Bites, The Cafe Rack, wine|0 Comments

The Experience, Emeryville: Emeryville Commerce Connection Joins Food Drive
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The Experience, Emeryville: Emeryville Commerce Connection Joins Food Drive

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The Experience, Emeryville: Emeryville Commerce Connection Joins Food Drive

The Experience:

Emeryville SNAP Relief Food Drive: 2 Days left!

201 students in the Emeryville Unified School District are currently not receiving their SNAP benefits. The City of Emeryville partnered with ECAP and other community partners to support our community until SNAP money benefits are restored. The City is asking you to jump in and help.

Here’s what you can do:

Collect non-perishable food for the Food Drive Wednesday, November 5 – Friday, November 14

- Canned Goods: Chicken, tuna, luncheon meat, tomatoes, vegetables, legumes, and similar items.
- Shelf-Stable Items: Milk (shelf-stable), rice, canola or olive oil, dry beans, oats, cereal, pasta, pasta sauce, stock or broth, bouillon, peanut butter, and other pantry staples.

2. Donate to ECAP – DONATE NOTE: write EUSD in the ‘write a note’ section

3. Drop off non-perishable food at these locations:

City Hall Lobby – 1333 Park Ave
AC Fire Dept #34 – 2333 Powell St
AC Fire Dept #35 – 6303 Hollis St
Senior Center – 4321 Salem St
ECCL Lobby – 4727 San Pablo Ave
ECCL Pool – 1170 Steve Dain Dr
Emeryville Police Dept – 2449 Powell St
Bay Street Emeryville – Dining Terrace, level 2, near Uchiwa Ramen, 5614, Suite 223

Want to volunteer? Call Nick @ 510-450-7800 Here are the available hours for volunteering:

Friday, November 14, 1 – 5pm – ECCL – Organize and sort donations
Monday, November 17, 11am – 7pm -ECCL – Organize and sort donations, distribute and clean up

Emeryville Community Assistance Program Needs Volunteers!

ECAP is in need of support during this especially busy time. Thanks to support from the Alameda County Food Bank, Trader Joes, Pak ‘N’ Save, Target and others, ECAP is poised to deliver, but they need the support of the community to help distribute food.

They have openings for two-hour volunteer shifts, to sort and distribute food to those in need – whenever it fits your schedule – six days a week from 10am – 4pm. Sign up: volunteer@ecapprogram.org or contact Vickie Jo Sowell 510-459-9026. ECAP is located at 2628 San Pablo Ave, Mon – Sat. Vickie will be there Tues 11/11 – Thurs 11/13.

More info about ECC:

https://emeryvillecommerceconection.com

By Mary Lou Thiercof|2025-11-13T09:33:00-08:00November 13th, 2025|Tags: Emeryville businesses, Networking, Trader Vic's|0 Comments

The Experience, Emeryville: Trader Vic’s Holidays
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The Experience, Emeryville: Trader Vic’s Holidays

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The Experience, Emeryville: Trader Vic’s Holidays

The Experience:

Happy Halloween from the Trader!

Since 1939, their Skull Mug has been serving up spirits… and not just the drinkable kind! Its spooky design and ghostly glaze variations make every sip feel like a tiki incantation. Double-walled to protect your mortal hands, it’s perfect for their flaming, potion-like cocktails.

Sip if you dare…and let the haunted flavors cast their spell. Moving on from this holiday to the next, don’t miss their upcoming events!

Trader Vic’s Holiday Bazaar and Brunch
Sunday November 2^nd, 11am to 2:30pm.

Featuring:

Live Music by “The Alcatraz Islanders”
Holiday Shopping Tiki Vendors and Artists
All Your Brunch Favorites, Pupus and Mai Tais!

To Reserve your Brunch table in advance:
OpenTable link: Book A Table. Or Call: (510) 653-3400

Thanksgiving

Seating from 11am–5pm, A buffet-only feast featuring all your Thanksgiving favorites alongside Polynesian-inspired delights. A day where you can relax, sip something festive and let the tiki torches set the mood. For Reservations: Book A Table. Or Call 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.’”

Hours: Wednesday-Sunday:

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

Where:

9 Anchor Dr
Emeryville

http://tradervicsemeryville

By Mary Lou Thiercof|2025-10-30T06:25:38-07:00October 30th, 2025|Tags: Emeryville, happy hour, Mai Tai Day 2023, Tiki drinks, Trader Vic's|0 Comments

The Experience, Emeryville: Bay St Emeryville Truckin’ Event
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The Experience, Emeryville: Bay St Emeryville Truckin’ Event

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The Experience, Emeryville: Bay St Emeryville Truckin’ Event

The Experience:

It’s a ‘spooktacular’ day at Bay St Emeryville!

It’s happening this Saturday, October 25, 12-7pm

Get ready for a spooktacular day of family fun at Bay Street Emeryville’s Truck or Treat, benefiting the Junior League of Oakland-East Bay! This Halloween-themed event has something for everyone—families with two-legged or four-legged children! Or you may just want to have a truck experience yourself!

Touch-a-Truck Zone: Let your little ones explore unique and exclusive vehicles up close in a hands-on experience.
Kids Fun Zone: Enjoy inflatable games, a train ride, and plenty of family-friendly activities. Plus, don’t miss the costume contest!
Pet Fun Zone: Discover market vendors and services for your furry friends and a Pet Costume Contest you won’t want to miss!
21+ Zone: Sip on adult beverages served by Bay Street’s dining tenants. Proceeds benefit the Junior League of Oakland-East Bay.
Trick-or-Treating: Halloween treats from all the trucks & participating tenants!
Entertainment: Beats by DJ BeetleJack Juice and Andy Z and the Andyland Band performs at 6pm!

Extras:
Bay St will be decked out in Halloween decor, perfect for photo opps. Costumes are highly encouraged— you might just win the costume contest! Come out and support a great cause while enjoying a day full of festive fun. And the crew at Bay St can’t wait to see you!

Thank you to their sponsor: bartable