Forever Yogurt + Bee & Tea Signage Up in Walnut Creek

September 15, 2016 11:30 am

2905 N. Main St, Walnut Creek

In July we learned that Forever Yogurt would be opening at the corner of N. Main St. and Geary Rd. in Walnut Creek and according to the signage the “boba tea and bao shop” Bee & Tea will also be opening in this spot. Sounds like a great combination!

From the Bee & Tea website:

Bee & Tea is on a mission to make boba tea mainstream. With a vibrant and urban storefront, we want everyone to experience our top quality Taiwanese boba milk tea beverages by offering a wide variety of flavor, sweetness, and topping options for each guest’s brew. Bee & Tea is modernizing the boba tea world to bring personalized beverage creations, mouthwatering bao and a chic service to you.

Bao are steamed, soft, sweet buns stuffed with only the freshest ingredients like pork, miso steak, BBQ beef and Japanese curry chicken that will leave you wanting more after just one bite.

Bao buns have an ancient legacy in China, dating back more than 2,000 years. But that doesn’t mean we can’t have fun with these delicious on-the-go snacks today. Our handmade bao fillings are cooked exclusively for Bee & Tea stores, rotating featured recipes so you can try something new on every visit!

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ALDO Opening in Broadway Plaza this November in Walnut Creek

September 15, 2016 8:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

Get ready for another shoe and accessories store to open in Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek as Canadian-based ALDO Shoes will be opening this November on the backside (Broadway Lane). Check out their website here.

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Let the Demolition Begin – Veranda Shopping Center Coming to Concord

September 14, 2016 11:30 am

Diamond Blvd, Concord

Back in April we learned that a new shopping center called The Veranda would be opening in Concord right next to the Willows Shopping Center where former Chevron offices used to be on Diamond Blvd. and the demolition is almost over. With a 365 by Whole Foods supermarket plus a movie theater this is going to be a great compliment to Willows. I look forward to checking it out when it opens next year.

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Aritzia Opening Winter 2016 in Broadway Plaza

September 13, 2016 8:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

In June we learned that the women’s clothing and accessories store Aritzia would be opening in the former J. Crew spot in Broadway Plaza and it looks like in addition they’ll be combining the spot where J.Jill was located as well. Check out their website here.

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GODIVA Opens in Broadway Plaza, Soft Serve Ice Cream Available

September 12, 2016 11:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

The Belgium chocolate shop GODIVA opened recently in Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek. I didn’t realize that in addition to chocolates, they also offer soft serve ice cream. Considering that it was a hot day, and I am a fan of both soft serve ice cream, AND chocolate is my favorite flavor, I felt a gigantic urge to get a scoop. At $6 it’s not the cheapest cone I’ve had but you can choose a chocolate dipped waffle cone for no extra charge. As I licked the delicious ice cream (see below), I had alternating thoughts running through my mind… “mmm, this is SO good”, and “there must be 1000 calories in this thing, OMG, I need to join a cycling gym or go for a run”. They also offer chocolate dipped strawberries and a frequent buyer’s card, buy six soft serves or drinks, get one free.

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Old Navy Coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek

September 12, 2016 8:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

Thanks to a reader for pointing out that according to the latest permit information Old Navy is coming to Broadway Plaza in between Tommy Bahama and J.Jill on the backside Broadway Lane pathway. Also note that today Broadway Parking will start charging for parking after two hours!

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Les Lunes Opens in Broadway Plaza

September 9, 2016 11:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

The San Francisco-based, Paris-inspired clothing store Les Lunes, featuring clothing made from bamboo, has opened their first East Bay location in Walnut Creek’s Broadway Plaza next to Sur La Table. Check out their collection here.

From their website:

We spent two years designing our Signature Rayon made from Bamboo, and we continue to fine-tune it along with our knitted and woven fabrics. We chose to use fabrics made from bamboo because they are incredibly soft, have an elegant drape, and wear well. Bamboo fabrics are breathable, thermal regulating, non-irritating, and highly absorbent, wicking moisture away from the skin 4 times faster than cotton. It is long lasting, comfortable, and easier to care for than silk or wool.

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Kendra Scott Coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek

September 8, 2016 8:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

The jewelry store Kendra Scott is is coming to Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek. Check out their website here.

From their Facebook page:

Designer, CEO and philanthropist, Kendra Scott started her company in 2002, with only $500 and just three months after her first son was born. Going door to door at boutiques armed with only a tea box full of her jewelry, Kendra wowed potential customers with her infectious personality and unique eye for design.

The foundation of Kendra’s success has been her innate ability to utilize natural stones and custom designed shapes, which has brought her from a small start-up to a multi-million dollar business loved globally. Kendra has created collections of timeless pieces that have won over loyal fans, media and celebrities alike.

Today, the company continues to design and operate out of Austin, TX with a focus on Family, Fashion & Philanthropy. In the past 12 months, the company donated $1M and 50,000 pieces of jewelry while working with over 1,000 local and national organizations.

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True Food Kitchen Opening Oct. 18th in Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek

September 7, 2016 11:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

The wait is almost over as health-focused True Food Kitchen will be opening in Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek on October 18th. Previously there was an indication they would be opening in the summer but October is close enough! For those interested in working at True Food check out the in-person interview times after the jump. Check out their website here, where their menu will be posted eventually.

From a press release:

True Food Kitchen, famed restaurant brand from Fox Restaurant Concepts founder Sam Fox and renowned physician Dr. Andrew Weil, will celebrate its Northern California debut with the opening of two new restaurants in the Bay Area this Fall. The brand’s Palo Alto location is set to open at the Stanford Shopping Center on October 4 followed by the Walnut Creek opening at Broadway Plaza on October 18.

Rooted in a simple set of principles known as the anti-inflammatory diet, True Food Kitchen merges nutrient-rich ingredients with a flavor-forward menu to help people achieve and maintain optimum health, without sacrificing taste. True Food Kitchen emphasizes high-quality, seasonal ingredients with simple preparations to let the freshness and flavor of the food speak for itself. The innovative menu caters to nearly every food preference, offering a wide selection of gluten-free, naturally organic, vegetarian, and vegan options.

California continues to be a focus of growth for True Food Kitchen. Palo Alto and Walnut Creek mark the 14 and 15 new store openings, respectively, following the September 2016 opening of True Food Kitchen in Pasadena, the brand’s fifth Southern California restaurant.

Notable mentions from the Fall menu include:

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VICI Opening Sept. 12th in Downtown Walnut Creek

September 7, 2016 8:30 am

1683 N. California Blvd, Walnut Creek

Late last year we learned that women’s fashion boutique VICI would be coming to the Mercer apartment complex in downtown Walnut Creek and they will be opening next week on September 12th according to a sign in their window. Check out their website here.

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