Sunvalley Shopping Center, Concord
Ice N Tea, Shaved Ice and Boba Tea opened a few months ago in the Sunvalley Shopping Center in Concord on the second floor. The newly revamped food court that was supposed to open this fall is still under construction…
History and Culture of Chocolate and Drinking Chocolate Tasting:
Concord Library
2900 Salvio St, Concord
Saturday, December 05, 2015
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | FreeThe origin of the word “chocolate” can be traced to the Aztec word “xocoatl,” which referred to a bitter drink brewed from cacao beans. The Latin name for the cacao tree, Theobroma cacao, means “food of the gods.” In both the Mayan and Aztec cultures cocoa was the basis for a thick, cold, unsweetened drink called xocoatl, believed to be a health elixir. Join us for an educational and enlightening afternoon as we hear about the evolution of chocolate and sample chocolate in its liquid drinking form. Registration recommended.
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4391 Treat Blvd, Concord
Thanks to a reader for sending word that Mels Original Diner is coming soon to Concord where Coco’s Bakery Restaurant used to be on Treat Blvd.
From their website:
The Original Mels has been serving up fun and great food since 1947. With locations throughout Northern California and Nevada, we are the place to go for a bye-gone era that offers simple pleasures and a friendly atmosphere.
The 1973 release of the classic “American Graffiti” was set at The Original Mels, and you can still experience the fun and excitement of the movie, and more importantly, the very time itself.
1680 Willow Pass Rd, Concord
The home goods, fabrics and rug store Home Fabrics & Rugs is closing in Concord, across from the Park ‘N’ Shop shopping mall. According to a sign in the window everything is 30% – 50% off.
2070 Salvio St, Concord
Thanks to a reader for sending word (and photo) that the ice cream shop CREAM, known for their ice cream sandwiches, is coming to Concord near Todos Santos Plaza where Verizon Wireless used to be. Check out their menu here and follow the Concord CREAM Facebook page here. Over the summer Loard’s Ice Cream opened around the corner and around the corner from Loard’s is Baskin-Robbins so there will be plenty of ice cream options at Todos Santos Plaza which is great news!
Willows Shopping Center, Concord
We have been eagerly anticipating the opening of Palo Alto-based Rick’s Rather Rich Ice Cream in the Willows Shopping Center in Concord and they are now open. They have been around since 1956 and this is their only other location! With flavors like Computer Chip (chocolate ice cream with chocolate chips and a hint of orange flavor) I can see how they’re from Palo Alto. Check out their complete 48 flavor menu here. On Saturday, October 10th from 11am – 10pm they are having a special buy one-get one free deal for scoops and regular sundaes.
More photos after the jump…
1845 Willow Pass Rd, Concord
Steamboat restaurant, featuring hot pot and skewers recently opened in Park N’ Shop in Concord where Jason’s Sushi & Hot Pot Restaurant used to be. Check out the Yelp reviews here. The temporary menu is listed below.
Leadership in Sustainability Awards Gala:
Concord Hilton
1970 Diamond Blvd, Concord
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2015
6:00pm – 9:00pm | $50
Join us in celebrating all the nominees and winners of the Leadership in Sustainability and Green Building Awards on September 23rd. Master of Ceremonies John Sasaki of KTVU News will join special guest presenters including Contra Costa Supervisor John Gioia and Supervisor Mary Piepho. This fun and inspiring event celebrates local individuals and organizations for their commitment to a healthy environment, economy and society – so that Contra Costa remains a wonderful place for generations to come.
1822 Grant St, Concord
Grant Street Pub & Pizzeria opened at the beginning of summer in Concord a block from Todos Santos Plaza where Time Out Sports Bar used to be. One interesting thing I learned is this place used to be a tiki bar. Check out their food menu here and beverage menu here. They plan on opening up the upper floor which has an additional bar sometime in the future. Check out the amazing outside mural after the jump made by the owner.
More photos after the jump…
1975 Diamond Blvd, Concord
Last month we learned that the southern California-based restaurant Eureka! would be opening in the Willows Shopping Center in Concord on September 7th, and recently I was able to get a preview of the inside. They also have a Berkeley location and are planning on opening new spots on the Apple campus and in Mountain View in the South Bay. Check out their burger menu here and starters/salads/taco/signatures menu here. I’m looking forward to the bone marrow burger and butterscotch rum pudding! This location will also offer a brunch menu on Saturdays and Sundays in addition to lunch and dinner. Check for updates on their Facebook page here. There will be 40 American craft beers on tap with 20 of them featured in a rotating selection. (Check out the closeup of the rotating beer list sign after the jump). The bar also has a huge whiskey and bourbon selection.
The inside looks amazing and feels quite spacious thanks to the huge vaulted ceiling and wide sliding doors making for a great inside/outside dining experience. Handcrafted wood from historic American barns, factories, and whiskey distilleries adds a warm element to the overall design. This is a great addition to the newly redeveloped Willows Shopping Center and I look forward to trying this place out soon!
Plenty more photos after the jump…
