Get a free burrito from Chipotle by texting RAINCHECK to 888-222 by 3pm today, Feburary 8th. For more info click here.
Get a free burrito from Chipotle by texting RAINCHECK to 888-222 by 3pm today, Feburary 8th. For more info click here.
1632 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Back in December we learned that Honey Berry closed in downtown Walnut Creek next to City Hall and thanks to everyone for sending word that the Persian bakery Haleh Pastry has opened in this spot. The desserts including cakes look amazing as you can see from the photos below. They even have Persian pistachio nuts you can buy in bulk. I can’t wait to try this place out!
I’m not sure whether GELATO on Rinehart’s clock outside will be updated to reflect the bakery. Any suggestions? How about BAKERY? PASTRY? MAJOON?
More photos after the jump…
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
In August we learned that the jewelry store Pandora would be coming to Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek and they have now opened next to L’Occitane en Provence as you can see by the cool looking mosaic at left.
Note that the mosaic at left was done by Jennifer Kuhns. Check out her website here.
Blackhawk Museum
3700 Blackhawk Plaza Cir, Danville
Sunday, February 7th, 2016
8:00am – 10:00am | FreeSuper Bowl Sunday 2016 Edition
On the First Sunday of every month, automotive enthusiasts gather in the parking lots of the Blackhawk Museum to share their vehicles and admire the other fabulous classic cars, hot rods, sports cars, exotics and anything else with wheels and a motor that promotes the car enthusiast hobby.This event is held rain or shine and all you have to do is show up. You bring the cars and we’ll bring he coffee.
This event is free to everyone thanks to our sponsors. The Blackhawk Museums will be open at 9am on Cars n Coffee Sundays.
2410 San Ramon Valley Blvd, San Ramon
Chef Rodney Worth, owner of the Prickly Pear Cantina and the Peasant and the Pear in Danville, recently opened a new restaurant called Worth Ranch California BBQ & Saloon in San Ramon’s Courtyard Center. Check out their menu here. I tried the pulled pork sandwich with “napa cabernet bbq sauce topped with coleslaw on an artisan bun” and it was delicious! Being the coleslaw fan I am, even though the sandwich is topped with coleslaw, I chose coleslaw for my side and was not disappointed. The pulled pork was tasty as well.
From their website:
Worth Ranch, the newest addition to the Worth Group’s collection of boutique restaurants, is located in San Ramon, just 1000 feet away from the original location where the dream started over ten years ago. Worth Ranch is the first of Chef Rodney’s restaurants dedicated to his personal favorite style of cuisine-BBQ. He has been working for many years to perfect his rubs and slow cooked process for the variety of meats offered on his menu. From brisket, to ribs to tri-tip, Worth Ranch is Chef’s take on what he calls “California BBQ.” Because Worth has sampled BBQ from across the country, from Memphis to the Carolinas, from Austin to Kansas City, and everywhere in between, he thought it important for his menu to reflect his diverse tastes. And because his passion for fine food is a priority, don’t be surprised to see some interesting takes on tried and true favorites!
Pulled pork sandwich:
Photo by Flickr user bertknot
Yesterday we learned that all Navlet’s Garden Centers will become Sloat Garden Centers, and so I’m wondering what people’s favorite nurseries are. I like checking out Orchard Nursery in Lafayette and one time bought an amazing Agave plant at The Ruth Bancroft Garden plant sale. What is your favorite nursery or garden center?
Lafayette Art Gallery
3420 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
Saturday, February 6th, 2016
12:00pm – 6:00pm | FreePlease join us to drink some bubbles and see the baubles and bling we will have to select the best gift for your Valentine this year. Our jewelers will have fresh new designs, plus other tokens of love and affection to chose from.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
In addition to all the new shops opening in Broadway Plaza recently, including the recently announced relocation of Tommy Bahama, it looks like the Belgian chocolate maker Godiva will be opening a new shop as well, near Macy’s, according to one source. Stay tuned…
800 Camino Ramon, Danville
Thanks to a reader for sending word that the Danville Navlet’s Garden Center has closed. All Navlet’s garden centers will be become Sloat Garden Centers and reopen on February 19th. Check out the Sloat Garden Center website here.
From the Navlet’s website:
After 130 years of serving local gardeners, Navlet’s Garden Centers will be closing its doors. We truly appreciate your support over the years and will always be grateful. We are fortunate to be able to pass the torch to Sloat Garden Centers, another highly respected, locally owned and operated garden center.
We are confident that you will enjoy your shopping and gardening experience with Sloat as much as you did with Navlet’s. The stores will be reopening by February 19 with many familiar faces.
Bounty From Your Garden: Fruit Trees 101:
Rodgers Ranch Heritage Center
315 Cortsen Rd, Pleasant Hill
Tuesday, February 9, 2016
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | $20Fresh fruit! The goal of many home gardeners it to be able to wander into your garden and pick luscious, tree-ripened fruit, fruit that has not traveled hundreds of miles, or been in cold storage before hitting the grocery shelves.
Come explore the many varieties of fruit bearing trees that thrive in the varied microclimates of Contra Costa. Our class will cover all the basics, including root-stocks, multiple grafting, suppliers and year-round care.