October 2009

Cabin Fever

Lafayette architect James Phillip Wright brings a breath of fresh air to a stodgy log cabin on Lake Almanor.

By Kimberly Olson

Old Soul/New Scene

Oakland’s Goapele is back, with a new album, a nightclub, and a hip boutique.

By Peter Crooks | Photography by Lisa Loftus

Take a Walk on the Wild Side

Hidden paths in the Berkeley hills offer a stunning mix of nature, architecture, history, and scenic beauty.

By Matt Isaacs

Photography by Martin Sundberg

Worshipping the Inner Goddess

How a Lafayette mom is leading East Bay “witches” to celebrate their “divine feminine.”

By Martha Ross

	Speak Of The Devil: Gripping Read Award-winning Bay Area author Joan Ryan writes of living and coping with her son after a severe accident. By Jeff Gire
	Speak Of The Devil: East Bay Adaptations On October 16, the film version of Where the Wild Things Are hits theaters, adapted in part by longtime Berkeley resident Dave Eggers. Turns out that there are a few buzz-worthy movie projects with... By Peter Crooks
	Speak Of The Devil: Do-It-Yourself Blockbuster San Ramon filmmaker Derek Zemrak capitalizes on the YouTube fame of two Hawaiian teenagers and makes an indie film hit in the process. By Peter Crooks
	Speak Of The Devil: Dog-Friendly Vineyards Even dogs need a break from the monotony of the workweek. Instead of leaving your dog at home when you hit the wineries, why not bring her along? By Andrea Stutzman
	Speak Of The Devil: A Gift for the Gifted at Changes Salon Changes Salon and Day Spa in Walnut Creek is looking for one woman who has a special gift that makes a profound difference in the lives of others. By Susan Safipour
	Speak Of The Devil: Rock Out Add some edge to your look with this season’s plethora of zippers, chains, and studs. By Alisha Petro
	Speak Of The Devil: Radar -- October Devilish correspondence with The Screwtape Letters at the Lesher Center; Treasure Island Music Festival; and the one and only Bob Dylan at the Greek Theater. By Peter Crooks
	Speak Of The Devil: Haunted Hot Spots With Halloween approaching, we set out to find the East Bay’s best ghost stories, some of which, witnesses say, are not just stories. Cue the spooky music By Peter Crooks
	Speak Of The Devil: Mountain of Support New art show benefit to support Save Mount Diablo. By LeeAnne Jones

Food Scene: Feast on Fine Art

Oakland-based glass artist Sarah Hirneisen creates tableware sold across the U.S.

By Michaela Jarvis

Food Scene: Local Olive Oil

Livermore provides the perfect climate for producing top notch olive oil.

By Julie Miller Dowling

Food Scene: Diablo Dish — October '09

Yet more restaurants opening in Jack London Square; Vanessa's Bistro 2 in Walnut Creek; fresher produce in Lafayette; and more in this month's Dish.

By Julie Miller Dowling

Restaurant Reviews: Picán

An Uptown Oakland restaurant integrates more than California and Southern cuisine.

By Kathryn Jessup

Photography by Cedric Glasier

Food News: Kitchen Magic

Viva Cucina’s new cooking class series enlists the aid of San Ramon Valley chefs.

By Julie Miller Dowling

Cheap Eats: The 202 Grill — Danville

The Livery's new eatery combines burgers-and-fries with Indian cuisine.

By Ethan Fletcher

Web Extra: Behind The Scenes: Goapele Cover Photoshoot
	Web Extra: Win a Designer Mary Frances Handbag Congratulations to our winner, Cindy Turlington from Walnut Creek!
Web Extra: Meet the Producers By Julie Miller Dowling
	Web Extra: Halloween Events Check out our list of great Halloween events happening around the Bay Area. By Gina Volpe and Kristin Carey