The Experience, Richmond: East Brother Beer Co. Holiday Gifts
The Experience:
Beer lover on your list?
Looking for the perfect gift for the beer lover in your life? They’ve got you covered.
East Brother Beer Co. digital gift cards are now available online and at all three taprooms, and they never expire. Whether they’re loyal to Bo Pils, crave the Red Lager or love exploring their seasonal classics, a gift card gives them the freedom to enjoy their favorites on their own time.
Grab one at:
- Richmond Taproom – 1001 Canal Blvd
- Rec Room @ The Metreon in San Francisco
- Tam Tavern – 152 Shoreline Hwy in Mill Valley.
- Or send one instantly from our website – easy to give, even better to receive!
Plus, their East Brother branded glassware is officially in all taprooms, and each $8 purchase includes your first pour! Perfect for gifting, hosting, or adding to your own collection.
Where:
1001 Canal Blvd
Richmond
The Experience, Oakland: Oakland Zoo + Glofari
The Experience:
Come to the zoo for the holidays!
Take a relaxing gondola ride up to the California Trails and look out over the Bay Area. If you are lucky, you may even catch a stunning sunset. California Trails provides habitats for many rescued animals and educates you about endangered species and conservation.
Sequoia featured here. In December of 2017, two gray wolves (Sequoia and Siskiyou have since passed) arrived at the Oakland Zoo. They were moved to their habitat, a two acre parcel up in the California Trails section, once they were acclimated to finally be introduced to the public.
Shy, reclusive and sensitive in nature, wolves, unlike dogs, commonly mate for life and therefore take time to develop relationships. Upon their arrival, zookeepers, volunteers and docents made every effort to ensure the wolves had an ideal environment and atmosphere to ensure their comfort and emotional well-being. When wolves feel comfortable, they are more likely to bond and have offspring.
Waiting patiently to see if they would mate, visitors were thrilled with their first four pups. Make sure you meet this beautiful gray wolf family when you tour the zoo. Advanced ticket reservations required.
Nighttime show: If you want to experience a wildly illuminating festival of lanterns, get your tickets now to Glofari. It lasts until January 25, 4:30-9pm. Tickets
About
Oakland Zoo is managed by the Conservation Society of California (CSC), a non-profit organization leading an informed and inspired community to take action for wildlife locally and globally.
Where:
9777 Golf Links Road
Oakland
The Experience, Alameda: C’era Una Volta Kitchen + Catering Thanksgiving
The Experience:
Thanksgiving Dinner made easy!
Take a load off. Forget preparing Thanksgiving Dinner with all those too many moving parts. Plus several are vegetarians. Let C’era Una Volta prepare your Thanksgiving Dinner. They are open for preorders! Heat & Eat Wednesday Orders receive 10% discount. Pick up or Deliver 11/26. Must order Monday 11/24 by 5pm. Order by phone or email only: 510-769-4828 [email protected]. Delivery available for most Alameda orders $25
Their Thanksgiving menu is too extensive to include here, but know you have many options. Traditional Turkey Dinner, Prime Rib, Sausage all Garfagnina and more. For vegetarians coming to the table, there’s Eggplant Meatballs with sauce, Spaghetti Squash with Pesto and Zucchini and more.
They have lots of sides (don’t forget the garlic mashed potatoes!) and dessert includes Bourbon Pumpkin Cheesecake, Coccolamole & Fruit – Vegan Panna Cotta, Mixed Berry Cake, Chocolate Flourless Cake – GF, “Nonna’s” Almond & Lemon Tart.
This is your ticket to a more relaxing Thanksgiving Dinner. Enjoy!
About C’era Una Volta
C’era Una Volta has all your Italian favorites and Chef Rudy’s specials represent historic Tuscany flavors. Questions or to place your order: 510.769.4828 or or call Chef Rudy at 510-205-3734. A tavola non s’invecchia mai – “At the table, we never grow old.” You can gear up for your holiday parties with a Tuscan flair by contacting them now – (510) 769-4828.
Where:
800 W Tower Ave. inside The Hub Sports Club, formerly the Bladium
Alameda
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
The Experience, Alameda: Dashe Cellars Holiday Shopping
The Experience:
Winter sunsets + wine = perfection!
Come catch the golden hour with a glass in hand. Reserve your spot bit.ly/3On6Izq and create your shopping list for your wine-loving friends and family.
Whether you’re hosting, celebrating, or giving, now’s the time to stock up on your favorite Dashe wines. Enjoy a full cellar and check off your holiday shopping with ease!
- Online: Visit their store and add 12+ bottles to unlock your 25% discount automatically.
- In-Person: Come by the winery and hand-pick each bottle yourself.
Mix and match your perfect case from their acclaimed collection, featuring single-vineyard Zinfandels and unique blends like the 91-point Todd Brothers Zinfandel and The Comet (both awarded by Wine Spectator). Drop by Dashe Cellars and craft your own lineup of wines, perfectly tailored to your taste—this is your chance to create a truly personal selection of their best!
HOLIDAY SHIPPING DEADLINES
- Thanksgiving: CA: 11/19 | Out of state: 11/17
- Christmas: CA: 12/17 | Out of state: 12/15
- New Year’s Eve: CA: 12/22 | Out of state: 12/19
Winter Hours are:
Friday–Sunday, 12–5:30 pm with Last Call at 5pm
They hope to see you this weekend! Lots of Holiday Events every weekend, including Wine Tastings in the Hanger.
About
Dashe Cellars is a family-owned artisan winery located in the heart of the Urban Wine Country at Alameda Point. After 15 years in Oakland’s Jack London Square district, Dashe Cellars moved to Spirits Alley on the old Naval Airbase in Alameda, CA.
They focus on crafting wines with a distinctive sense of place and look for that perfect balance of steep hillside vineyards, older vines, and vigor-reducing growing conditions.
Founded by Michael and Anne Dashe, Dashe Cellars crafted its first vintage of Dry Creek Zinfandel in 1996. Since that time, the Dashe’s have focused on producing exceptional, single-vineyard wines using a traditional, non-industrial approach to winemaking
Where:
1951 Monarch St
Alameda
The Experience, Richmond: PRBA & Hidden City Ballroom Support Milo Foundation
The Experience:
Paws & ReWine Disco Party!
You are invited to come for the fun and help a great cause: The Milo Foundation. Enjoy an evening Celebrating Doggies, Disco & the Milo Foundation on Saturday, November 15, 4-9pm.
You can join them for a portion of the evening or for the entire evening of fun.
- Appetizers from El Sol, wine & more
- Art from Arts of Point Richmond
- Dancing with Stars style dance performances
- Performance from the Disco Cats with Todd & Susie as seen on ‘America’s Got Talent’
- Get your tickets!
Schedule:
- 4pm Doggy Meet & Greet – Come meet your Milo doggies in disco costume? Fall in love? Adopt!
- 5pm Silent Auction – Bid on original art by Point Richmond Artists! Enjoy appetizers and wine from your local winery.
- 5:30pm Professional dance show. Think “Dancing with the Stars” meets “Cats” (or rather, “Dogs”)
- 7:30pm Raffle door prizes and bidding results
- 8pm Dance the night away to disco hits from the ‘70s!
Hosted by The Hidden City Ballroom, 304 Washington St in Pt Richmond.
About:
The mission of The Milo Foundation is to rescue adoptable dogs and cats from high-kill animal control shelters and adopt them to loving homes best suited to provide lifetime care. We rehabilitate dogs and cats, offer sanctuary to those that are not adoptable, and educate the public about responsible pet guardianship, including spay/neuter.
This event is supported and promoted by the Point Richmond Business Association.
Where:
The Hidden City Ballroom, 304 Washington St in Pt Richmond.
