Photo by Flickr user hermis
This week we learned that Galpao Gaucho Steakhouse will be coming to downtown Walnut Creek and I thought, this will be great for those on a paleo diet. I try to limit my intake of highly processed foods as much as possible but don’t follow any diet in particular. Do you follow a specific diet?
The Orchards at Walnut Creek
Last month we learned that the restaurant Thai Thani would be coming to the Orchards shopping center in Walnut Creek and as you can see in the above photo they are planning to open this month. What I find interesting is this will be both a Thai AND Japanese restaurant and even has two names! Thai Thani and Oishi. I’ve never heard of something like this before but did learn that a previous location in Tampa, Florida closed a couple of years ago. According to the Tampa Bay Newswire, “quality and simple, locally harvested and grown, ingredients are the basis for each dish created and feature common flavorings of traditional Thai and Japanese cuisine.”
I’ve noticed new signs popping up all over Orinda including this Orinda Theatre District sign on Moraga Way. Compared to other theater districts with multiple theaters, you might wonder exactly how many theaters are located in the Orinda Theatre district. The answer is one. A movie theater. They do host concerts there.
Photo by Flickr user karenborter
The Art of Eastern European Egg Decoration:
Walnut Creek Library
1644 N. Broadway, Walnut Creek
Monday, April 8th, 2019
6:00 – 7:30pm | FreeJoin us for this FREE lecture on the ancient, folk art of Eastern European egg decorating. Lenka Glassner, author and renowned folk artist will talk about the colorful history, traditions and techniques of this ancient art. Lenka’s artistry mixes traditional techniques of decorating eggs with her own contemporary style. In addition, Lenka will be introducing her new book “Czeching In” where a chapter is dedicated to egg decorating.
Lenka’s hand-painted eggs along with her book will be available for purchase.
1444 N. California Blvd, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for pointing out that Galpao Gaucho Steakhouse, with locations in Texas, Napa and Cupertino, is coming to downtown Walnut Creek where Momo’s used to be. Check out their Cupertino menu here.
From their website:
Our menu is inspired by the Gaucho culture and the authentic dining tradition of the Brazilian cowboy – grilled meats and fresh salads. With 17 different cuts of meats, ranging from beef, pork, chicken, lamb, and fish, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Hearts of palm, artichoke hearts, sweet beets, asparagus, imported cheeses, and cured meats are only some of almost 40 items that our gourmet salad bar offers.
Thanks to a reader for sending word about new rules going into effect on April 8th for the small parking lot behind Civic Park in downtown Walnut Creek which will only be available to the Walnut Creek Seniors Club weekdays from 10am to 2pm.
“Fashion and Footwear” Community Block Party:
City Center Bishop Ranch
6000 Bollinger Canyon Rd, San Ramon
Saturday, March 30th, 2019
4:00 – 6:00pm | FreeThe complimentary block party will feature live entertainment from Little Dogs, a Bay Area trio featuring amazing vocals, twin guitars and percussion. Also enjoy a live painting exhibition, children’s games and small bites and samplings from select City Center restaurants including Boba Guys, Starbucks (inside the store), THE LOT and The Slanted Door.
Select retailers will offer light bites, refreshments, and in-store promotions. Participating retailers include: Alys Grace, Anthropologie, Athleta, M by Maggie Rizer, On The EDGE, the piece. store, Trader and World Of Monokrome.
Rossmoor Town Center
Thanks to a reader for sending word that Burgerim Gourmet Burgers is coming soon to the newly redeveloped Rossmoor Town Center in Walnut Creek right next to where Starbucks opened. Check out their menu here. They seem to be expanding everywhere lately with their Pleasant Hill spot opening last year, and their Concord location opening near Todos Santos this year as well.
Alamo Plaza
TITLE Boxing Club is opening their first East Bay location at Alamo Plaza. In addition to boxing workouts they also offer kickboxing, MMA and traditional private training sessions. (h/t Storefront)
From their website:
Our signature workout utilizes the fundamentals of a true boxer’s workout – including proper heavy bag training – to strengthen and tone your arms, legs, back, core, stamina and your confidence.
1521 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek
Look for the Napa-based restaurant and wine bar Bounty Hunter to open very soon in downtown Walnut Creek, possibly by the end of the week. They are located next to Va de Vi in a newly remodeled spot with giant windows as you can see from the above photo. Check for updates on their website here and Instagram page here.