friday five - june 12

five area stories of note.

horn barbecue fresno has closed. (the fresno bee)

sam's dog house in el sobrante to close after 42 years.

this beautiful list has ballooned. so many great local spots.

how many 2026 good food award winners are on your to-try list? for starters, we're heading for picnic's applewood smoked bacon and brightleaf's sparkling earl grey tea. congrats to all.

it's perfect weather for dos raicez fish tacos on the patio at the missouri lounge. (credit a tipster.)

bonus: it's that time again – here's where to order kouign amman baker's boxes from starter bakery for pickup on college – or solano – on june 20.

june 12, 2006 (tips always appreciated! like berkeley eats? please feel free to share.)