BLUE BOTTLE COFFEE - Oakland
*certified organic, fresh - only sells coffee that's been roasted within the last 48 hours
Before I discuss the details, I have to mention that I totally goofed. Blue Bottle Coffee is on the 7x7 list and I completely forgot to order the Gibraltar! Instead, Craig & I ordered a cappuccino, drip coffee du jour, a saffron snickerdoodle & a rosemary pine nut shortbread. My cappucino was just right and the cookies were delicious. I was so intrigued by the weird combination of flavors that I couldn't leave without trying one. Good thing I enjoyed my first visit to the Oakland location, now I can return to the SF ferry building and check #28 off my 7x7 list and order the right item next time.
P.S. The cookies are only $1 each.
CAFE PLATANO - Berkeley*Salvadoran cuisine
Talk about great lunch & happy hour deals (8.95 for 2 pupusas, beans, sour cream & plantains - $3 sangria/ wine/ beers)! During my meal here I began planning what I would order during my next visit - that's how you know I loved it. Pupusas make the perfect lunch. We each had 2 different types with stuffing ranging from pork to cheese & black beans. The avocado salad is soooo good - the dressing definitely makes it. We spent several minutes trying to figure out what ingredients were used (we do this a lot - I think we watch too many food shows). I can't wait to come back.
In addition to these locations, I found a new favorite clothing store (plus a few really great thrift/ vintage stores) and although I normally spread fashion news like wildfires, I've decided to keep my mouth shut on this one. Try and explore - you'll be amazed at the hidden treasures lurking around in your own backyard.
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