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The Experience, Richmond: East Brother Beer Co Summer Beer

The Experience:

Your beer. The way you like it.

You open the fridge. There it is—lined up, cold, ready. East Brother Blonde Ale. Not just a beer, but your beer. The one that doesn’t need an occasion, because it is the occasion.

Pours a rich golden, crystal clear with that perfect white head. You catch the subtle aroma—bread crust and honey, a whisper of earthy hops.

First sip? Smooth, crisp, a touch of grainy sweetness. Every sip reminds you: this is what beer’s supposed to taste like. It’s not flashy. It’s not trying too hard. It’s just right. A fridge staple, brewed with intention in Richmond.

A blonde ale is an easy-drinking beer that is visually appealing and has no particularly dominating malt or hop characteristics. It’s an American classic known for its simplicity. And it’s light –  ABV: 4.2%

Order online or get on down to East Brother to stock up for those laid-back summer evenings.

Weekend food truck lineup:

  • Thu, Jun 19 – Golden Gate Bistro
  • Fri, Jun 20 – Global Express Catering
  • Sat, Jun 21 – Curry & Combo
  • Sun, Jun 22 – Curry & Combo

HOURS: Wed, Thurs, Fri, 3-9pm; Saturday & Sunday, 11am – 9pm.

(510) 230-4081.

Where:

1001 Canal Blvd
Richmond

eastbrotherbeer.com

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The Experience, Emeryville: Public Market Hosts Night Market!

The Experience:

The Hella Plants Night Market is lighting up Emeryville!

Hella Plants Market is back — and this time, they’re staying up late. Join them for the Summer Night Houseplant Sale, a special evening edition of their signature market, happening Friday, June 20, from 5 to 9pm at the Public Market in Emeryville.

They’re transforming the space into a nighttime celebration of all things green. Shop a curated lineup of local plant vendors, makers, and small businesses offering everything from tropicals and rare finds to handmade goods and botanical-inspired products. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just love the vibe, this is the perfect way to kick off summer:

  • A wide variety of houseplants and plant accessories
  • Music and laid-back nighttime energy
  • Local artists, DIY goods, and community makers
  • Easy access to food and drink from Public Market Food Hall vendors
  • Free parking, family-friendly atmosphere, and pets welcome
  • Stay late for the vibes
  • Soak up the summer night with your community

Tickets are $5 per person. Kids enter free. Free parking is available on-site.

Location: 5905 Shellmound St in the Public Market
This is a one-night-only celebration of plants, creativity, and good summer vibes.

Tickets

The Public Market Food Hall has globally inspired offerings. Order from your fav purveyors!

  • Demiya
  • Jayna Gyro
  • Juice House Co
  • Koja Kitchen
  • Konarq
  • Le Marine Fish & Grill
  • Mr. Dewie’s Cashew Creamery
  • NabiQ
  • Naru Sushi
  • Paradita Eatery
  • Peet’s Coffee & Tea
  • Pig in a Pickle
  • Pizzeria Mercato
  • Public Bar by Blush
  • Ramen Hiroshi
  • Super Duper Burgers

Did you know you can watch your favorite sports while you enjoy scrumptious food and lively drinks at Public Market Emeryville? Their mega TV screens are showing live local sporting events.As always, travel the world, one bite at a time at The Public Market Food Hall.

Where:

5959 Shellmound St

Emeryville

http://publicmarketemeryville.com

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The Experience, Richmond: Riggers Loft Wine Co Wine + Vibe

The Experience:

Your new afternoon wine beverage!

Come down to the water and try Riggers’ Sangria Waves! It’s a Sangria made from white wine, instead of the traditional red, and fresh fruit. One may not be enough!

Plus, they have an exciting afternoon of music for you on Saturday, June 14 at 2pm! The BRAZILIAN PROJECT will move you with Samba and Bossa Nova from Rio, country dance music from the Northeast of Brazil and Jazz from Sao Paulo.

Brazilian jazz is also about beautiful, flowing harmony and memorable melodies. They play the music of great Brazilian composers – and some of their own songs too. It’s Samba, Bossa Nova, Samba-Funk, Baiao, Forro, Frevo, Choro, Mojo and beats they don’t have names for!

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/

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The Experience, Richmond: East Brother Beer Co Tried + True

The Experience:

Award-winning Bo Pils!

Not every beer asks for your attention.

But this one? Bo Pils shows up clean, crisp, and balanced—it just lands.

It’s the kind of beer that reminds you why you fell in love with beer in the first place. No haze. No hype. Just classic craft, brewed with purpose. You don’t have to overthink it—you just have to drink it. Fans say Bo Pils embodies that classic beer taste – tried + true..

Plus, they’ve got over 12 other beers on tap for you to choose from!

Get on down to the taproom for some beer tasting and your favorite food trucks:

  • Thurs, June 5 – Golden Gate Bistro
  • Fri, June 6 – Curry & Combo
  • Sat, June 7 – Golden Gate Bistro
  • Sun, June 8 – Golden Gate Bistro

HOURS: Wed, Thurs, Fri, 3-9pm; Saturday & Sunday, 11am – 9pm.

(510) 230-4081.

Where:

1001 Canal Blvd
Richmond

eastbrotherbeer.com

By |2025-06-05T13:51:35-07:00June 5th, 2025|Tags: , , , , |0 Comments
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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

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