Beyond the Creek

Mikuni Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar Opening May 14th in The Veranda in Concord

May 10, 2018 1:15 pm

The Veranda, Concord

In March we learned that Sacramento-based Mikuni Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar would be coming to the Veranda shopping center in Concord and they are officially opening on May 14th. Check out their Concord menu here. They offer sushi/sashimi as well as hot dishes like gyoza, donburi, teriyaki and more. The inside is spacious with tall ceilings decorated with cool fish sculptures hanging from above as well as TVs liberally spaced out to catch the latest game. With a long sushi bar at one end, traditional bar towards the front plus an outdoor patio section on the side there is plenty of space to enjoy a Japanese style meal with drinks.

More photos of the inside and food after the jump…

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Ginger Lily Home Decor, Gifts & Workshops Opening June in Danville

May 10, 2018 8:30 am

120 West Linda Mesa, Danville

Next month in June, Ginger Lily, a new shop featuring home decor and gifts that will also offer workshops is planning to open in Danville, around the corner from Sideboard. Check for updates on their Instagram page here. They will be located in the newly relocated Austin Root House, originally built in 1919 according to a plaque in front.

From their Instagram page:

GingerLily is a Danville-family owned store that features greeting cards, gifts, home decor, jewelry, houseplants, and so much more!

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Concert at the Res in Lafayette May 12th

May 9, 2018 4:30 pm

Concert at the Res:

Lafayette Reservoir
3849 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
Saturday, May 12th, 2018
11:00am – 3:00pm | Free

This year’s event includes the award-winning jazz combo from Acalanes, the Rossmoor Big Band/Generations in Jazz, the Bentley High Jazz combo, the Stanley middle school Symphonic Orchestra who will be joined this year by the Westlake Middle school from Oakland, the stunning dancers from the Performnce Academy, and the talented Town Hall Education performers.

Along with the great live music and dancing, there will be food and beverages available. The stage is adjacent to a shady picnic area, public restrooms and the children’s playground.

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Life is Sweet Bakery & Cafe Opening Soon in Danville

May 9, 2018 11:30 am

155 Railroad, Danville

Thanks to a reader for sending word that a new gluten-free bakery/cafe called Life is Sweet is opening where Pascal’s used to be in Danville. In addition to “breakfast, lunch and baked fresh daily pastry items” they will also offer wedding and custom cakes. According to a sign in the window the owners of Pascal’s are retiring after 8 years in business.

From their website:

Life is Sweet is a dedicated gluten free bakery and café located in charming downtown Danville, California. San Ramon Valley High School graduate and Bay Area native Julie Krause, attended the California Cullinary Academy in San Francisco, and immediately went to work in a small local bakery specializing in wedding and custom cakes. After 9 years of perfecting her skills, she returns to Danville to fulfill her life long dream of owning her own Bakery.

Together we bring you Life is Sweet Bakery and Cafe, serving gluten free breakfast, lunch, and assorted baked goods. In addition we have wedding and custom cakes, all of which are also Gluten free.

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Annual Garden Party Event at Shabby Creek on Main in Walnut Creek on May 12th

May 9, 2018 10:00 am

Annual Garden Party Event:

Shabby Creek on Main
2670 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Saturday, May 12th, 2018

Relax in our garden of delights with merchandise designed to help you create a refuge of peace and tranquility in your back yard. Even if your space is small you can bring the outdoors inside with natural elements to give an expansive feeling to your surroundings. Patio furniture is just the beginning, our vendors will work to present vignettes celebrating the glories of the garden. Join us on Saturday May 12th for our annual garden party event. Enjoy snacks and refreshments while browsing and receive one of our acclaimed succulent planter boxes free with the purchase of $75 or more while they last. (Please see photo). We hope to see you then, bring a friend and stay a while!

www.shabbycreekonmain.com
2670 N. Main St.
Walnut Creek CA 94597
Hours of operation
Wednesday and Sunday noon to 5
Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10 to 5

Plenty of FREE parking in our private lot behind the stores

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Str8 Edge Barber Shop Relocating within Downtown Walnut Creek Next Month

May 9, 2018 9:00 am

1628 N. Main St, Walnut Creek

Str8 Edge Barber Shop is relocating June 1st from their hidden downtown Walnut Creek spot on Locust St. to the former LaserAway location on N. Main St. Check out their Facebook page here. Late last year LaserAway relocated around the corner to the Lyric complex.

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Taste & Toast to Education in Downtown Walnut Creek May 9th

May 8, 2018 4:30 pm

Taste & Toast to Education:

Downtown Walnut Creek
Wednesday, May 9th, 2018
5:00 – 8:00pm | $50 ($40 in advance)

Taste & Toast to Education is a family-friendly event and benefits public education in Walnut Creek. Participants get a sample of food, drink and/or potential discounts at each of the participating venues in Downtown Walnut Creek. Event booklets cost $40 in advance and can be purchased at www.wcefk12.org/events – all proceeds go to helping our schools!

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Smallcakes Cupcakery and Creamery Opens in Danville Square

May 8, 2018 12:55 pm

Danville Square

Smallcakes Cupcakery and Creamery soft opened over the weekend in the Danville Square shopping center where Trader Joe’s is located. I had a chance to try the cupcake-infused Chocoholic ice cream and boy was it delicious. Come summer this may be my go-to dessert when I’m in Danville. Yum! Check out their menu here.

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ThredUp Opens in New Downtown Walnut Creek Location

May 8, 2018 8:30 am

1366 N. Main St, Walnut Creek

Last month we learned that the online thrift store ThredUp would be relocating a few blocks away in downtown Walnut Creek where Five Little Monkeys used to be and they have now opened. Check out their online selection here.

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Free Movie – The Goonies at Orinda Theatre May 10th

May 7, 2018 4:30 pm

Free Movie – The Goonies:

Orinda Theatre
4 Orinda Theatre Square, Orinda
Thursday, May 10th, 2018
6:30pm | Free

When two brothers find out they might lose their house they are desperate to find a way to keep their home. They find a treasure map and, with their group of misfit friends, they set out to find a pirate’s treasure rumored to be hidden nearby..

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