July 2018

Offering everything from doggy day care to professional grooming, these animal services bring out the best in our furry friends.

Itching for a night on the town? Hit these can’t-miss spots for drinking, dancing, and good old-fashioned revelry.

From Indian street eats, to authentic Italian, to artisanal ice cream, here’s what tops the area’s dining scene.

Scoop up the ideal outfit, gift, or specialty item at the Home’s finest retail establishments.

Get your heart pumping with an elite personal trainer, alfresco workouts, and butt-kicking exercise classes.

Make the most of each weekend by exploring cultural hot spots, the great outdoors, and unique local flavors.

Take the jitters out of tying the knot with help from these nuptial experts, who ensure your special day will be picture-perfect.

Check out our annual list of your local favorites.

These destinations offer the latest treatments and trends, from fun and flirty blow-outs, to soothing lomilomi massages, to healing cryotherapy sessions.

Welcome to the family-friendly businesses and play spaces that cater to the region’s youngest residents.

Get out of town this summer to experience these fun alfresco celebrations—from world-class arts events, to gourmet food fetes, to a mountaintop wellness retreat.

The Oakland Zoo’s new California Trail exhibition highlights the natural history of the Golden State.

Oakland-born author Tommy Orange discusses his critically acclaimed novel about the urban Native American experience.

Orinda’s California Shakespeare Theater performs the West Coast premiere of Everybody.

Coastal beauty, unique accommodations, and tasty eats abound in the magical town of Mendocino.

Imagine Dragons take the stage at the Concord Pavilion; the Home’s biggest comics convention; a historic car extravaganza in downtown Danville; a wine festival in Oakland; and more of this month’s top events.

A cheat sheet to Stephen and Ayesha Curry’s dizzying array of ventures.

orderpizzaonlinewalledlakemi tries Oakland's Dyafa.

Sample cheap eats at Comal Next Door in Berkeley.

orderpizzaonlinewalledlakemi tries Pleasanton's BottleTaps.