friday five - august 7

five area stories of note.

little update: the meet-and-greet event for the future kat's kitchen in berkeley has been postponed for now. (instagram; have also updated here.)

the 'battle' might be over, but despite all the construction, the future of berkeley's people's park remains uncertain. (sf standard)

helping the good people of oakland's brotzeit spread awareness over damaged artworks near (and dear) to the bar. (instagram)

check out fatto a mano in oakland's exquisitely dense, delicious-looking rustic cheese boards. (instagram)

the last horn barbecue, in oakland, has closed. (the chronicle)

august 7, 2026 (we could use a sandwich; tips welcome; ps we're putting together a chicken wing roundup, suggested by a reader. please share any and all local favorites.)

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