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Bad Walter’s Bootleg Ice Cream (5800 College Avenue) was born in Sydney Arkin’s living room as an underground popup. After being laid off from her job as a creative director for an ad agency during the pandemic, Arkin found herself most concerned abo...

By Chris Ayan

wasn’t willing to risk another ten-year lease. “Being on College Avenue in Rockridge today feels like Valencia in 2012,” said Albertson. With both Bad Walter’s Ice Cream and Monk’s Kettle now calling Rockridge home, this neighborhood, already known for its culinary reputa- tion, is set to become an even stronger destination for those seeking creative, memorable culinary experiences. n Bad Walte...

By Chris Ayan

...ghwire Coffee Roasters for being recognized in four categories; and our neigh- bors at ACRE Kitchen & Bar garnered four awards this year. Thanks to all who voted. Photo: Anna L Marks Sydney Arkin serves up an original brand of ice cream at Bad Walter’s. Market Hall Caterers: Best Caterer now, lines wrap around the block. But it’s not just the hype that keeps people coming back — it’s the ice cream itself. Bad Walter’s serves up nostalgia in a cone, but not the kind made for kids. “It’s...

By Mark Aaronson

...ers as developers filed a preliminary application for the development of a senior residence rental facility with the Oakland Planning Department. The RCPC board met with the developers ONE CARD LOCATIONS 39+ USE AT Á Côté • Atomic Garden • Bad Walter's Bella Vita • Belly • Ben 'N Nick's BodyFit Training • Cole Hardware Delicious Thai Kitchen • East Bay Booksellers elizabeth H/the art of hair design European Wax Center • Germany's Best Green Copy • Holy Basil Pho • In Full Swing Khana P...

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By Carol Kasparek

Gregori, uses her Rockridge Card at Bad Walter’s Bootleg Ice Cream. Rockridge District, see next page

By Zoe Siegel

Jade Cohen displays her artwok outside Bad Walter’s Ice Cream. Photo: Marcy Reed The Rockridge District Association is once again hosting the annual Rock-N-Stroll on Saturday, August 23, on College Avenue, from Alcatraz to Broadway (with some activities also held on the immediate side str...

By Chris Ayan

...you. While keeping the freezers stocked has been a challenge, Sydney and her team are working around the clock to meet demand. In the heart of Rockridge, two cult favorites are making their debut, promising to leave locals hungry for more. Bad Walter’s Ice Cream and Monk’s Kettle have both made waves in their respective corners of the food scene and now they’re bringing their unique brands of flavor and commu- nity to one of Oakland’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Monk’s Kettle Just down...

By Judith Doner Berne

...practical.” She promptly headed to Lyon, France, to teach English. Dissatisfied with teaching, she enrolled in a French design school where, after three years of study, she received a dual degree including and food,” including samples from Bad Walters Bootleg Ice Cream, which is set to open at the old Smitten loca- tion at 5800 College early next year. Gregori, 35, is all about community. She credits her fellow frequenters of The RIC, the bar at 5515 College, for helping fulfill her dr...

...r of this year. Rockridge has proven to be Oakland’s hottest retail district with occupancy rates moving from 96.10 percent to 97.32 percent, and this includes new leases signed with three shops soon to be open on College Avenue, including Bad Walter’s Boot- leg Ice Cream, Love + Chocolate, and The Xocolate Bar (see article below).

...d Campfire (super-burnt marsh- mallow ice cream with candied Rice Krispies and bourbon fudge ripples) showcase her creative adult spin on childhood favorites. These and more will be available by the scoop or by the pint. Visit https:// www.badwalters.com/ to keep abreast of their progress. n Rockridge Biz, from previous page themselves and feel a sense of belong- ing,” says founder Ashley Apple. “Our waxing technique incorporates body