Have a happy Mother’s Day to all the moms celebrating today!
Taiwanese American Cultural Festival:
Union Square
333 Post St, San Francisco
Saturday, May 12th, 2018
10:00am – 4:00pm | FreeOver 10,000 people from all across the Bay Area attend this event annually to enjoy mouth-watering Taiwanese food, rock out to live performances and experience the vibrancy of Taiwanese culture.
100 Railroad Ave, Danville
Last month we wondered what was going on at the former Crafts Creamery location in Danville and it turns out that the uber-hip Coffee Shop, which started in Downtown Walnut Creek a few years ago, will be opening a new location there this summer. Check out the roasts they carry here. In addition to coffee and juice they also offer, “craft beer, wine, and cocktails” as well as food items. Check out their Instagram page here.
Photo by Flickr user montage_man
This week we learned about a new gluten-free bakery called Life is Sweet coming to Danville. In the past I’ve tried limiting gluten intake as I thought it might help with inflammation but since I don’t have celiac disease I ended up stopping. I wonder who is on gluten-free diet? Does anyone try to eat gluten-free without celiac disease?
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…
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!
Lafayette Reservoir
3849 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
Saturday, May 12th, 2018
11:00am – 3:00pm | FreeThis 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.
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.
Shabby Creek on Main
2670 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Saturday, May 12th, 2018Relax 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 5Plenty of FREE parking in our private lot behind the stores
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.
