TAKE A BREAK FOR ART Lisa Rasmussen and Lauren Odell Usher have a vision: to create a global tradition of the world sitting down together to make art. Towards that goal, the two artists have created 
It’s all about small-batch, locally roasted brews at Alchemy Collective Café on MLK at Adeline. Photo: Joel Ramirez
The news that an award-winning pastry chef would be opening a new bakery in the space occupied for 38 years by The Bread Garden in Berkeley’s Claremont neighborhood was greeted with unanimous approval. “Cannot wait,” said reader Annie Painter. Frank Sally hopes to open Fournée Bakery before year-end.
Local business happenings are always a hit with our readers, and the reports in this week’s Shop Talk — including news of a new Greek restaurant, the closure of Zaika on University, and the arrival of a new coffee cart at Whole Foods — proved as popular as ever.
In the same vein, Sarah Henry’s profile of Alchemy Collective Café (pictured above) prompted insightful comments and positive feedback. “Good work fellas! Keep it up!”, said RedMilitant of the six baristas who are helping perk up a Berkeley neighborhood in transition. … Continue reading »
extravaganza is back for its 10th anniversary this Sunday Aug. 19 and Monday Aug. 20. 
unsung hero. As the long-time host and creator of 
