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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

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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The Experience, Richmond: Riggers Loft Wine Co Friday

The Experience:

Discover some new wines!

Warm up your evening on Friday, March 14th from 6-9pm at Riggers Loft and you will be treated to some great live music while you explore their wine options and find new favorites! A great way to kick off your weekend with well known guitarist Lee Waterman and All-Star musicians Tim Campbell (keys) from the band Malo and Gerry Kennett (drums), formerly with Beach Blanket Babylon. Together they’ll recreate the grooving sounds of great guitar/organ combos from the 60’s & 70’s; such bands as George Benson w/Jack McDuff and Wes Montgomery w/Jimmy Smith. The repertoire will include jazz classics, blues, and funky Latin grooves. Don’t miss out. $5 cover.

While sipping and vibing, enjoy some tasty bites from Chef Frank Miller’s pop-up Kitchen Loft. Here’s what’s on the menu:

Pizzas: All pizzas are 12″ pizza and on their local honey/extra virgin olive oil dough. Margherita, Roasted Veggie, Artisan Italian Sausage or Pepperoni and the Cote D’azur with shrimp and pesto. Gluten-free options are available upon request. Pop up also includes Loft House Salad, Caesar Salad and Crispy Brussel Sprouts tossed in shaved Parmigiano cheese with lemon juice and garlic butter. Yum. And of course, for Dessert: New Orleans Beignets.

Grab your friends and head down to the water. You won’t be sorry. Plus, they can’t wait to see you!

About Riggers Loft Wine Co

The beauty about Riggers Loft Wine Co is that you can treat yourself to a wine tasting on the weekend and relax to some great jazz.and blues. Wood-fired pizzas and tasty salads on the menu to accompany the wine or cider of your choice. Chill and enjoy as you sip, eat and vibe!

Riggers Loft is situated right next to the water on San Francisco Bay in an industrial chic building with absolutely amazing views. It is a tasting room and wine bar, with a beautiful event space.Riggers Loft is home to owners R&B Cellars, with guest wineries: Carica Wines, Wachira Wines, Barrel + Ink, Prima Materia, and Far West Cider Company. Great outdoor patio on the water.

Having a holiday party or special occasion? Check out their various catering menus here. Everything you can imagine for your special event is part of their culinary menu themes: Italian Cuisine, French Bistro, Japanese Sushi Bar,  Asian Inspired Cusine, South of The Border,  Southern Barbecue and Indian Cusine.

Give them a call or email with your details and you will be surprised at your amazing event produced by the team at Riggers Loft.

Hours:

  • Thursdays: 5-8pm
  • Fridays: 5-9pm (Closed Friday, October 15 due to a wedding)
  • Saturdays: 1-9pm
  • Sundays: 1-7pm.

 Where:

1325 Canal Blvd
Richmond, CA 94804

https://www.riggersloftwine.com/

The Experience, Alameda: The Preacher’s Daughter Wine Bar & Bistro

The Experience:

Sip wine & dine in Old World charm!

Step into the warmth of the Old World in a beautifully restored building that says ‘Alameda’. This unique wine bar & café named in honor of the owner Dianah Rodriguez’s father, welcomes you in a beautifully restored building. Join them for Happy Hour weekdays from 3-6pm. Unwind from your day with a craft beer, a newly discovered local or Old World wine or one of their many fabulous cocktails. Special pricing during Happy Hour for snacks or order from the main menu.

And during the day you can energize with some locally roasted espresso and enjoy a fresh meal with locally sourced ingredients. They serve fresh pastries, lunch and dinner – salads, appetizers, sandwiches, flatbreads & Chef’s Specials. Fans rave about their Breakfast Sandwich!

Hours: Wed – Sat 11a-9p; Sun 11a-7p. (510) 995-8041

The Preacher’s Daughter is proud to be a female and minority owned  enterprise featuring Old World wines, local craft beer, creative cocktails and third wave espresso, plus fresh pastries, salads, appetizers, sandwiches, flatbreads & more. And during the day you can energize with some locally roasted espresso. Lovely outdoor seating with heaters. Dog-friendly. Hours: Tu – Su, 10am-9pm. 510-995-8041

It’s Wine Tasting: Old World meets New World favorites!

Where:

1629 Park St.

https://preachersdaughteralameda.com

The Experience, Emeryville: Bay Street Emeryville Green Weekend

The Experience:

Lucky You at Flores!

And the Top of the Morning to you! Start the celebration early on Friday, March 14th Ditch the green beer this St Patrick’s Day Weekend! Flores Cocina & Bar is serving up something even better – their Avocado Margarita! Have you ever had one? It’s smooth, creamy and perfectly balanced. Plus there are lots of excellent food choices.

Grab your friends and join the crew at Flores and sip on a little luck – because everything’s better with tequila and avocado! This special ‘bebido’ is offered Fri-Mon, Mar 14 -17.

Share some ‘Pequenos’. They have all kinds of veggie treats and much more, including:

  • Totopos & Guacomole
  • Sikil Pak – mayan pumpkin seed hummus, jicama sticks, lettuce cups
  • Sopes de Frijol- crispy masa dumplings, black beans, lettuce, avocado, queso fresco, pickled jalapeño
  • Queso Fundido – Oaxaca cheese, sauteed mushrooms, onion, salsa molcajete, tortillas
  • And so much more – Traditional Dishes and large plates of Carnitas and Chile Colorado for sharing.

And the luck of the Irish to you. Enjoy! Questions (510) 301-7683

Hours:

  • Monday to Thursday – 11:30am to 9pm
  • Friday – 11:30am to 10pm
  • Saturday – 11am to 10pm
  • Sunday- 11am to 9pm

Flores is located in the Bay Break Terrace at 5614 Bay St, Ste 244 in Emeryville

Where:

5616 Bay St

Emeryville

http://baystreetemeryville.com

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