Ted the Handychick breaks ground helping clients ‘from the studs up’
By Kathy Chouteau
Ted the Handychick is known for repairing, remodeling and upgrading whatever is needed around the house, but she’s also broken the mold...
Monvera Glass Decoration innovates, expands at Richmond’s Ford Point
By Mike Aldax
The historic Ford Point has been a symbol of innovation on Richmond’s waterfront for nearly a century, and Monvera Glass Decoration, which...
Brothers bring Thai-American fusion to former site of Mississippi Catfish
By Mike Kinney
Two brothers have brought a Thai restaurant to the former Richmond location of Mississippi Catfish.
About a month ago, Max and Christopher Manonuek...
Trio of restaurant veterans invests in San Pablo
By Mike Kinney
After working in fine dining in San Francisco for many years, Javier Valdivia along with couple Juan and Mely Padilla decided to...
MexiHibachi chef turns TikTok success into Richmond business
By Mike Kinney
Chef Francisco Arce gets an idea, does a little dance, then he's off to the races creating delicious meals in front of...
Weekly ‘Coffee Pop-Up’ coming to CoBiz
By Kathy Chouteau
Coffee, matcha, nitro cold brews and pastries…Whatever your pleasure, you can find it every Thursday at the “Coffee Pop-Up” from 9:30-11:30 a.m....
R&R Cafe enjoys successful first year in business
By Mike Kinney
One year after opening, R&R Cafe in San Pablo is thriving, largely thanks to its welcoming menu and environment.
Recently, the Standard stopped...
The Grout Guys are about family, community and results
By Mike Kinney
Mark Torres is well known for putting in long hours for his community as president of the Richmond Little League Baseball and...
Sailing Goat Restaurant announces opening weekend with live music
By Kathy Chouteau
An exciting new venture is sailing into Point San Pablo Harbor Fri., April 28, when the Sailing Goat Restaurant will swing open...
How local grocer became a natural wonder
By Mike Kinney
Bob Gerner, founder of the popular El Cerrito Natural Grocery Company (which, in fact, is actually located within Richmond city limits), has...
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