friday five - june 19

five+/- area stories of note.

big weekend coming: juneteenth, father's day, the world cup continues – so much to celebrate. ❤️

they're still looking for a buyer, but regardless – townhouse in emeryville to close after service tomorrow, after 100 years. (the e'ville eye/townhouse) 😮

reem's returning to jack london square, grand opening june 26. (now worker-owned!) (the chronicle/instagram)

the east bay express spotlights crystal wahpepah's first cookbook. (east bay express/a feather and a fork)

hmm. berkeley, how do we feel about this list? (eater sf)

ps first this year's flavors announced for tomorrow's ka day, and now there's a kouign amann latte? ❤️‍🔥 (starter bakery instagram)

bonus: low-key summer compote from fanny singer (via alice waters). (instagram)

father's day bonus: lobster rolls this weekend at the monterey fish market. 🦞

june 19, 2026 (tip jar, more happenings, enjoy berkeley eats? maybe a friend might like it, too...)