Grateful for its loyal customers, La Lupita keeps cooking amid pandemic
By Mike Kinney
Elder Hernandez, owner of La Lupita Mexican Eatery in Richmond's Marina Bay neighborhood, has a message for his customers: "Thank you."
Many restaurants...
Big Tone’s Hauling & Moving inspired by hard work, family
By Mike Kinney
Ever since he "could hold a broom," Richmond resident Antonio Muscardin said he's helped his father with his three-decades-old landscaping business.
Today, Muscardin...
Upholstery Cleaning Specialists a family tradition in Richmond
By Mike Kinney
A sign in the outdoor patio of this North & East neighborhood shop reads, "The Upholstery Cleaning Specialists--Local, family-owned business." It's a...
Richmond shop offers sports apparel and barbecue
By Mike Kinney
There are several reasons to be a fan of KD "Big Bites" Sports Ware in Richmond.
For one, you can find the jersey...
We toured a luxury cat hotel in Richmond
Julie Pledger was born and raised in the North & East Neighborhood. She grew up playing at Nicholl Park and going to Moo's Ice...
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...
Cutz Training Facility opens in Richmond
Richmond's Marina Bay neighborhood has a new spacious fitness facility.
Cutz Fitness has moved from its previous location on San Pablo Avenue in El Cerrito...
Locals hooked up at new Richmond barber shop
By Mike Kinney
It's only been in business for about four months, but this Richmond barber shop is so far making the cut.
One big reason...
Prime Time Nutrition’s prime location in San Pablo
Last week, we told you about how Prime Time Nutrition and Joe’s Brew just opened at San Pablo Library.
Today, the Standard visited the new...














