Hot Home and Garden Design

July 2008

Smorgasbord
It seems somehow appropriate that veteran Chez Panisse chef Russell Moore and his partner, Allison Hopelain, chose to open their new restaurant, Camino.

Second Helpings
It took a lot for me not to be eternally blessed. Confused? You won’t be for long if you’re familiar with Café Gratitude’s milkshake titles, each of which is an affirmation of some sort.

Dining Out
Ever since Tower of Power asked the musical question “What Is Hip?” in 1973, Oakland has been coming up with answers to put a stylish gloss on our fair town.

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2008.04.22 Blue Candle Open Mic
(Tuesdays) Local poets, comics and spoken-word artists hold forth at this open mic hosted by President L. Davis. Get there before 9 p.m. to order...

2008.05.03 Art Show
Art show theme is "Stolen" Regeneration and local artists interpret "Stolen". Opening reception is free and open to the public and will be held on...

2008.07.31 Bay Area Music Industry Exclusive with Netta Brielle
THURSDAY JULY 31, 2008 @ 9PM JOIN EMP MARKETING & BAY AREA BREEDZ ENT. For A Special Preformance by Netta Brielle MUSIC BY RESIDENT DJ RUM (OF...

Real Estate
The latest hot home properties in the Oakland Area!

Retail
Your Shopping Guide to the Oakland Area!

July 2008, Volume 5, Number 7

East Meets West

As the daughter of a New York architectural designer, Sallie Lang learned a thing or two about good home design while growing up.

What’s Cookin’

The kitchen has always been one of, if not the, most vital components of the home since the beginning of civilized mankind.

Budget Kitchen

Pierre Harriet and Gena Owens love their new East Bay home. It’s perched on a hillside with a majestic view.

Natural Wonders

The day of the carved marble fountain, at its best a work of art but more often resembling an ornamental cake, has given way to the water feature inspired by nature.

July DEPARTMENTS

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How do you think the 48th Mayor of Oakland is doing since being sworn in Jan. 1, 2007? Is Ron Dellums living up to his promise to make Oakland a "model city?" Click here to vote!	The Phenomenauts The Phenomenauts are West Oakland's favorite travelers from the future and they have been hard at work at the Command Center recently, releasing a new album early this year entitled For All Mankind. Check out this track from these local Galaga fanatics. Track: "Man Alone." » Local Sounds Archive	Weekend Fun June 20, 2008 Here are some fun weekend events, preceded by two news items.• Oakland City Attorney John Russo announced yesterday that the California Department of Food and Agriculture will halt its plan to... more »	View pics from: • Music in Schools Today • Heart of Gold Ball 2008 • Ed Block Courage Awards • 21st Five Star Night • 16th Aurora Borealis • BOSS 35th Anniversary • Covenant with Youth Gala • Culinary Stars of the Bay • Family Bridges 40th Anniversary • Golden Gala • OneCalifornia Indie Awards • June Launch Party	• Best of 2008 • Best Of 2007 • Best Of 2006

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