friday five

five area stories of note:

excited for more indian food in berkeley: fremont-based chandni chowk getting nods of approval in the elmwood. (yelp)

a bunch of irresistible new bakeries have opened recently... (bay area news group)

...but the pastry case at tarts de feybesse still takes the cake. (instagram)

we're still stunned by the news of oakland's friends and family's upcoming closure on december 30.💔 (sf chronicle)

berkeley locals – have you read the berkeley high jacket's straightforward food reviews? here's their take on arinell pizza. (berkeley high jacket)

bonus: wishing a very happy berkeley birthday to the cheese board, marking 58 years this week. (instagram)

november 7, 2025 (so many berkeley openings and area fresh brunch; upcoming food and drink events in november)