700 Sycamore Valley Rd W, Danville
The gift store David M. Brian has opened their third location in the Danville Livery on Sycamore Valley Rd. They also have locations in Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek and Greenbrae in Marin County.
700 Sycamore Valley Rd W, Danville
The gift store David M. Brian has opened their third location in the Danville Livery on Sycamore Valley Rd. They also have locations in Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek and Greenbrae in Marin County.
3587 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
The location in downtown Lafayette where the women’s boutique Duchess used to be is apparently being replaced by a blow dry salon. Stay tuned…
7 Fiesta Ln, Lafayette
Last week we learned that Berkeley-based olive oil and balsamic vinegar company Amphora would be soft-opening over the weekend in downtown Lafayette and I had a chance to drop by and try out their extra virgin olive oils (infused and non-infused) and balsamic vinegar. As you can see in the photos below it feels spacious inside and there is a huge selection of oils.
Everything I tasted was incredible! My favorite non-infused extra virgin olive oil was the Australian Hojiblanca and among the infused oils I enjoyed Persian lime olive oil and the savory wild mushroom and sage olive oil. At a reasonable $7/$12/$18 for small/medium/large bottles I’ll definitely be back for more.
Owner Nate Bradley:
More photos of the inside after the jump…
963 Contra Costa Blvd, Pleasant Hill
The cowboy store Golden Gate Western Wear is closing their Pleasant Hill store at the end of November or beginning of December. The sign advertises up to 70% off so stop by if you’re looking for a pair of cowboy boots or hat. If you can’t make it there in time, their Richmond store on San Pablo Ave. is still open.
From their Facebook page:
Visit our stores in the SF East Bay, California. Everything from head to toe for men, women and children. 5000 boots, 3000 hats, 1000 belts, and 500 buckles. “It’s like a museum.” We carry cowboy hats, boots, belts, buckles, shirts, jeans, jewelry, and accessories for men, women and children.
Our custom hat maker, Bill Knudsen of Knudsen hats, was voted “Best Living Western Hatmaker,” FOUR years in a row by the readers of True West magazine for his hand-formed custom hats. Each custom cowboy hat is hand formed by Bill Knudsen in our Pleasant Hill location. He replicates just about any western hat you can think of including those worn by John Wayne, Clint Eastwood, the Tombstone movie characters,and the Hell on Wheels cast.
Check out the life size dioramas:
7 Fiesta Ln, Lafayette
Berkeley-based olive oil and balsamic vinegar company Amphora is having a soft opening this weekend with the grand opening set for November 8th. Check out their available extra virgin olive oils and vinegar here. Located next to the Cooperage in downtown Lafayette, the inside looks great as you can see in the photos below. Having so many olive oil options to choose from in a convenient location will definitely encourage me to cook more. I can’t wait to try this place out!
3535 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
The second Douglah Designs showroom will be opening this Saturday, November 1st in La Fiesta Square in downtown Lafayette. As noted previously, This location will feature lighting and plumbing fixtures, sinks, tile and more in addition to their other showroom down the street at 3586 Mt Diablo Blvd. Check out inside preview photos on their Facebook page here.
15 Fiesta Ln, Lafayette
The men’s salon 18/8 that we learned would be opening in downtown Lafayette back in June opened this week. Located near the Cooperage, both the outside and inside look great as you can see. Check out the services they offer here. There is a 2 for 1 special deal for new customers for executive style haircuts. Check out photos of the inside below.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Last month we learned that the women’s sports clothing store Athleta would be opening in Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek and they have now opened between Starbucks and the Tesla showroom. Considering that half of Broadway Plaza is closed for redevelopment it’s good to see a new store opening up.
155 Crescent Plaza, Pleasant Hill
Thanks to everyone who sent in word about Lucky supermarket closing in the Crescent Plaza in downtown Pleasant Hill. They will be closing on November 8th and according to one employee it will be replaced with an Orchard supply hardware store. Stay tuned…
1259 S. Main St, Walnut Creek
It’s been less than a year since it was first announced and now the Japanese clothing store Unqilo has finally opened in downtown Walnut Creek across from Broadway Plaza. As you can see from the photo above it looks great and with two floors it’s more spacious than other locations. That being said, I miss their great t-shirt collections available in New York and Tokyo.
From Tokyo to Walnut Creek:
Taiko performances over the weekend:
