Enjoy Elevated American Fare at Wence’s Restaurant

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The chef at Wence’s Restaurant reimagines classic American dishes with a modern culinary approach, something that should be obvious as soon as you look at the menu. Even the starters are inventive, like the truffled mac and cheese. This gooey creation consists of gruyere, sharp cheddar, mozzarella, and aged Asiago with a drizzle of truffle […]

Enjoy Traditional and Vegan Ice Cream Options at Lottie’s Creamery

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Summer is here, which means it’s officially ice cream season, and for plenty of Walnut Creek locals, that means it’s time for a visit to Lottie’s Creamery. This popular neighborhood shop specializes in creative flavors like lemon marshmallow, banana chocolate chip, and rose cardamom pistachio. Flavors rotate regularly, so you might have different options each […]

Enjoy Authentic Korean Fare at Mixed Grain

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Mixed Grain is a popular Korean restaurant located on Bonanza Street in Walnut Creek, and regular customers call it a hidden gem. Why? Well, it’s small place without a big exterior sign, but once you step inside you’ll quickly find that the dining room is packed with regulars and the kitchen is turning out orders […]

Do Your Spring Wardrobe Shopping at Broadway Plaza

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Reliable outdoor shopping center and outlet shopping destination Broadway Plaza was completely remodeled late last year. The face-lift includes plenty of new outdoor seating, updated storefronts, and even a wide variety of new retailers and dining options.  In addition to the old stand-by anchor stores like Nordstrom, Macy’s, Nieman Marcus, Urban Outfitters and Sephora, you’ll […]

Enjoy Authentic Pizzas at 54 Mint Forno Italiano

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“Forno” is the Italian word for oven. Given that 54 Mint Forno Italiano would be nothing without its pizza oven, it’s a fitting name for the Italian restaurant. Artisan pizzas headline the menu, a mix of red and white pies. They mingle with fresh pasta dishes, lighter antipasti, and classic salads. If you want to try […]

Grab a Healthy Bite at Kabab Burger Mediterranean Grill

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Before she stepped into her current role as executive chef at Kabab Burger Mediterranean Grill, Michaella Ben-Ari studied at Tadmore Culinary Arts in Tel Aviv. It was there, a culinary school nestled right along the Mediterranean coast, that she mastered the art of Mediterranean cooking. So she’s more than qualified to craft everything from falafel to […]

Dig Into Farm-to-Table Fare at Lettuce Restaurant & Catering

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Since Lettuce Restaurant & Catering is a local business itself, it makes sense that chef-owner Bahman Tehrani would want to give other Walnut Creek entrepreneurs a boost. That’s why he works with local farmers and ranchers whenever possible to source organic produce and high-quality meats for his fresh soups, salads, sandwiches, and pasta dishes. The Napa […]

Enjoy Classic French Pastries at La Châtaigne

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Anyone who’s visited France knows that the French are masters of eating dessert for breakfast. At Lafayette’s La Châtaigne, you’re invited to participate in this time-tested French tradition. Patrons say the chocolate croissants and pain au chocolat are just as good as any pastries you’ll find in Paris, so they’re popular breakfast options. Enjoy your […]

Sideboard Serves Old School American Fare Perfect for a Picnic

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Sideboard is a New American café dishing up salads, sandwiches, and pasta, plus a morning menu of coffee, pastries, and scrambles. A lush park separates the eatery from busy Mt. Diablo Boulevard, creating a perfect location for a picnic. The Lafayette restaurant serves fried-to-order chicken, sold by the bucket, plus blankets and shade umbrellas — and […]

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