
If you want to really shop local, visit Venture Quality Goods in Lafayette. This independent shop is Californian through and through, from its laid-back style to the brands it carries. Nearly of the items sold at Venture Quality Goods are created by California-based designers, and many of them are made in California as well. With […]

Benvenuti Ristorante has been a fixture in Walnut Creek for decades, despite its new name. Formerly Salvatore Ristorante, the restaurant closed their doors after 20 years to remodel the restaurant and revamp the menu to become Benvenuti Ristorante. Today, it continues to serve classic Italian dishes like house made pastas and traditional entrees. The beef […]

You’ll find a diverse group of classes at Pure Barre in Walnut Creek. All types of people take advantage of these workouts to improves strength, flexibility, and posture. As the largest barre franchise in the U.S., Pure Barre is a total body workout that burns fat and sculpts muscles with small isometric movements, much like […]
The Moraga Park 4th of July Parade is an all-day, family-friendly event. Start your day off with a fun run – including a Kiddie Run, 5-mile run, and 2-mile run. These races kick off the many activities that are part of the Town of Moraga’s 4th of July celebration. You’ll be running for a good […]

Casa Gourmet Burrito is a Mexican restaurant in Lafayette. The food is not traditional Mexican, but rather offers exciting Mexican fusion dishes in a modern setting. The restaurant serves a variety of Mexican dishes, including quesadillas, tacos, and burritos. All the ingredients are fresh and prepared daily, and the portions are large for the reasonable […]

Homegrown's founders weren't satisfied with just sourcing ingredients locally; they wanted to be in on the growing process every step of the way to ensure that it was healthy both for the earth and for customers. So instead of sourcing from other farms where they'd receive little oversight, they decided to build a pair of […]

Don't expect to find your traditional American burgers and fries at DJ's Bistro. This Concord establishment specializes in German dishes and other European fare, and as a result, customers feel like they've stepped onto a different continent. Order a pint of the Munich-born Spaten or a bottle of the Czech-produced Imperial Krusovice to enjoy as […]

Broderick Walnut Creek is an upscale gastropub that's designed for a good time. This popular Walnut Creek eatery draws in crowds of hungry locals with its hip, rustic decor and its expansive menu filled with modern takes on classic bar fare. Whether you're on the hunt for brunch or just looking to kick back with a […]

Lafayette’s Mangia Ristorante Pizzeria is a casual Italian restaurant with seriously delicious pies, pastas, and other dishes. With large portions and friendly service, it’s an eatery where you can feel at home. With three sauces and nearly 30 toppings, it is certainly tempting to build your own pizza. However, Mangia’s signature combos are equally enticing. […]

Satisfy your craving for Japanese cuisine at Lafayette’s own Blue Gingko. More than just a great sushi bar, this Mount Diablo Boulevard establishment has plenty of other delicious traditional dishes you’ll want to try. This might just be the go-to place in the area for fantastic sushi. It features an impressive list of nigiri, including […]