WCCUSD to resume free meals for all youth, no school ID required
The West Contra Costa Unified School District (WCCUSD) announced Monday it will resume the program that provides free meals to students at 15 school locations throughout the district, regardless of whether they qualify for...
Royal Family Kitchen delivers ‘urban food for the soul’
By Kathy Chouteau
A Richmond native is finally realizing her dream to open a food business and she’s hitting the ground running with some tantalizing menu offerings for this weekend that are fit for a...
Roux in downtown Richmond to reopen for curbside pick-up
A delish food option is returning to downtown Richmond.
Roux, the eatery serving southern-style delights with a California twist, is set to reopen this weekend for pre-order and curbside pickup.
We learned this after the Richmond...
Drive Up Dinner for a Cause to support local youth
By Kathy Chouteau
The West Contra Costa Salesian Boys & Girls Club is offering an appetizing opportunity to enjoy dinner while also supporting the youth participating in its programs.
As part of the organization’s “Drive Up...
East Brother Beer Co. to open taproom for outdoor dining
East Brother Beer Co. has announced that it plans to open its taproom for outdoor dining starting Friday, Aug. 21.
"Due to the limited space we are asking that you reserve a table ahead of...
Kennedy High teacher’s artworks set for de Young exhibition
By Kathy Chouteau
A Richmond teacher is “on the edge” of fulfilling his lifelong dream. Steve Mainini, who has worked as a visual arts teacher at Kennedy High for 16 years, was notified last week...
Boteco serves up authentic Brazilian cuisine in Richmond
By Mike Kinney
Since age 10, Katia Kuhnhausen has had a passion for cooking, in large part inspired by her late father, a Portuguese immigrant who immigrated to Brazil at a young age and who...
Sneak peak at The Factory, opening Aug. 7
By Kathy Chouteau
The Standard stopped by The Factory on Tuesday for a sneak peek as the staff put the finishing touches on the bar before its official opening Friday, Aug. 7.
Co-owner Tom Lyons showed...
Downtown Richmond Virtual Merchants Showcase is next-level online shopping
The Richmond Main Street Initiative (RMSI) is taking online shopping to the next level in support of downtown businesses.
At 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 8, the Downtown Richmond Virtual Merchants Showcase will provide a...
Off the Grid returns to El Cerrito Wednesday nights
By Kathy Chouteau
There’s some good news for local foodies. Off the Grid, which organizes the weekly food truck market in El Cerrito, has reopened while observing COVID-19 safety protocols.
The food trucks roll into town...
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