Entertaining
Mexican Happy Hour: The Michelada
Hey everybody! Technically I’m still on my honeymoon, even though we arrived back in glamorous Oakland last night, but I’m trying to stretch the enjoyment as far as possible, which is why I’m having a beer at 9:42 a.m. It’s not just any beer, though, it’s a Michelada. This is a delightfully embellished variation... »
A Spanish Toast
Since I know you’ve all been wracking your brains, trying to think of a proper way to toast myself and my attorney-cum-husband, I thought this week I’d dip back into my bag o’ Spanish tricks and give you a frothy, alcoholic solution. Invite a few friends over for this one, as it requires a... »
Taste of Oakland: Fried Chicken Sandwiches
Every neighborhood has its gem, and the pride of Temescal (my personal ‘hood) is Bakesale Betty. The menu is simple enough to be scrawled on white butcher paper and taped to the windows, but if you’re waiting in the line that stretches for at least half a block every weekend at lunchtime, you... »


