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Shopping locally in the East Bay provides a treasure trove of gift options. Below are a few ideas from shops in the Solano Avenue, Rockridge, Piedmont, Grand Avenue and Fourth Street shopping districts.

Let’s face it—working from home in the East Bay means we’re as likely to share our “office” with a cat, a kombucha SCOBY and...

View our online photo gallery from the 2025 Best of the East Bay party. See your chosen Best Of winners right here.

View our online photo gallery from the 2024 Best of the East Bay party.

The Factory Bar Richmond’s The Factory Bar is an urban oasis, a dog-friendly lounge with human-friendly drinks, frequent food popups and one of the best...

Those who have suffered through hormonal imbalances, insomnia, joint pain, migraines and other ailments—as well as folks seeking preventative maintenance or stress relief—often find acupuncture to be the salve, and in many cases, the savior.

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