‘The heartbeat of the neighborhood’: Berkeley’s Star Grocery turns 100
The family-owned shop has aided Berkeley residents through the Great Depression and COVID pandemic. March 7,…
Rasa Mott unites his local roots and world travels in South Berkeley cafe
The charming Rasa Caffe serves hand-crafted chai teas, steamed rose milk, specialty coffees — and pastries worth…
Berkeley hotels have a lot to offer locals
Aiden, Graduate Berkeley and Hotel Shattuck Plaza provide a fun rooftop, tailgate parties and creative cocktails…
In the studio, under the waves with Berkeley artist Dobee Snowber
“At this point, I am an artist because I don’t have a choice.” December 6, 2021 48HILLS…
Ditch your supply chain woes — come meet 25 local merchants this holiday season
December 2, 2021 BERKELEYSIDE — From bakers and roasters to artists, there’s a story behind each of the local…
Berkeley’s Upside Foods is making real, delicious meat that’s better for the world
November 12, 2021 BERKELEYSIDE — Standing at the intersection between the carnivore’s desire for tasty meats and…
West Berkeley makers do it all, from age-old crafts to 21st-century innovation
October 1, 2021 BERKELEYSIDE — The city’s manufacturing ranges from woodworking to wine-making, and from pouring…
Open-air dining brings revenue to restaurants and a festive spirit to streets
September 17, 2021 BERKELEYSIDE — A year and a half ago, the streets of Berkeley were unusually quiet, as people…
Celebrating 50 years of Chez Panisse with Alice Waters
September 10, 2021 KCRW — Nobody put a farmer’s name on a menu or invited them to the table before Alice…
Plant-Based Dog Food Company Wild Earth Secures $23M In Funding Round Led By Mark Cuban
September 10, 2021 BENZINGA — Wild Earth Inc., the Berkeley-based plant-based dog food company, has completed a…