Cazuelas Grill serves same favorites under new name
By Kathy Chouteau
The Cazuelas Grill has a new home—and a new name to boot.
As the Standard reported in June, Cazuelas Grill, which serves Mexican fare in the Jalisco tradition, relocated from the Hilltop Mall...
Richmond foodies’ fall flavors
By Kathy Chouteau
All the signs are apparent: Leaves are falling all around, cool winds are blowing in from the east and longer lines can be seen at the Target Starbucks for the pumpkin spice...
‘Coach LT’ to celebrate fitness center grand opening
"Coach LT is doing big things within the community."
That's how an El Sobrante woman described LaTona Whitaker, who has gained a reputation in the community for inspiring fitness and overall health.
On Thursday, Oct. 3,...
Bakery takes healthier approach to making dough
By Kathy Chouteau
Dan Gildor, owner and head baker at Marina Bay Bakery, is a man with a mission.
In the case of the Richmond baker, who operates out of his home in—you guessed it—the city’s...
Richmond artist’s portraits challenge perceptions
By Mike Kinney
Longtime Richmond resident and artist Rebeca Garcia-Gonzalez can paint stunning portraits in just four hours -- or less.
It's a talent that is in part a courtesy to her subjects, but also a...
Popular Richmond eatery aims to serve alcohol, open Saturday evenings
A popular eatery in Richmond's Marina Bay neighborhood is applying with the city to obtain a license to sell beer and wine to customers, and to also open Saturday evenings.
The Artisan Kitchen & Café...
Leftside Printing: Small business, big community impact
By Mike Kinney
In 15 years of business, including seven years at the current location at 979 23rd St., Leftside Printing has become well known and regarded in Richmond.
Of course, like most businesses, it didn't...
Raymond’s Pizzeria serves up the inventive and unexpected
By Kathy Chouteau
From the moment you spot the “Free Time Travel Consultations” neon sign in Raymond’s Pizzeria’s front window, you know you’re in for a singularly unique experience.
The new pizza place, which opened several...
Rich Life: Bubbaloo Café
By Kathy Chouteau
You’ve got to love a café that’s named after a couple of adorable dogs.
That’s precisely the case with the Bubbaloo Café, where the owners Gio Gelera and Candice Nguyen named their cafe...
Richmond resident visits Andy’s Donuts for first time
By Kathy Chouteau
I am a Richmond resident, and, somehow, I'd never been to the famous Andy’s Donut Stop at 971 23rd St. in Richmond. Until last week.
You can’t miss this iconic shop. With its...
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Book Sale coming to El Sobrante Saturday
By Kathy Chouteau
The Friends of the El Sobrante Library will hold a Book Sale Sat., Dec. 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in...
Seven Bay Area bridge tolls set to rise in January
By Kathy Chouteau
The Bay Area Toll Authority (BATA) will mark the New Year by raising tolls at state-owned toll bridges throughout the region. Two-axle...
Photography exhibits hit the walls at El Sol in Point Richmond
By Kathy Chouteau
Arts of Point Richmond (AOPR), a volunteer association that promotes support, appreciation and exposure for the arts, has unveiled the art exhibition...