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Counter in Market Hall and at each school via its PTA. The drawing is sponsored by Cole Hardware and Market Hall Foods. Cole Hardware and Market Hall will match funds raised up to $2,500 each. If, for example, $2,500 is raised in ticket sales, the total donation...

launches include Granola Guru, made by Rockridge resident Ayana Kelly, who had been selling her granola in farmers’ markets before consulting with Market Hall buyers on how to ready her product for retail shelves. “I began selling The Granola Guru at Market Hall last year. So far, cul- tivating a relationship with Market Hall has been a great experience. They truly provide the support to showcas...

Market Hall, from previous page accountable and can effect change. They agreed to distribute the employer-matched donations to the NAACP-Legal Defense Fund and the ACLU, because they have solid histo- ries of creating systemic change. Market Hall has ...

Beloved Crucolo Parade Returns to Rockridge Market Hall Join Market Hall and the neighbor- hood for the ever-festive Great Crucolo Parade on Saturday, Octo- ber 25, Noon to 3pm. This popular Market Hall annual tradition, now in its 10th year, celebrates a unique Italian cheese from the Trentino...

Market Hall from page 1 Welcome Yule! Christmas Revels Return to Oakland — by Gary Carr tions and cultures. The journey recalls the favorite songs and dances from the tapestry of Christmas Revels… plus a dragon! Rockridge resident and Revels performer...

Billingsgate Seafood Comes to Rockridge Market Hall Since 1987, Rockridge Market Hall has been the cornerstone of the local business district. The Bay Area’s first European-style food market is a col- lection of owner-operated shops that supply the building blocks for home dining, creative ...

By Roberta Klugman

... April 17-19, include the popular hot cross buns, asparagus and feta quiche, grilled salmon, Fra’Mani sweet apple ham, and sweets from the bakery include holiday sugar cookies and fresh fruit tart. Spring is resplendently Photo: Cortesy of Market Hall ROCKRIDGE MARKET HALL INDIE FEST Visit Rockridge Market Hall for the second annual Indie Fest on Saturday, May 10, from noon to 3pm for an afternoon with artisan food makers from across the nation. This market-wide food festival will featu...

Paul Marcus Wines (Market Hall) Peaberry’s Coffees & Teas (Market Hall) Rockndge Fish Market (Market Hall) Katrina Rozelle Pastries & Desserts Double Rainbow

By Roberta Klugman

Celebrate Spring Holidays at Market Hall by Roberta Klugman Spring is here, and so are the irresistible flavors of the season. From April 11 through 19, Market Hall Foods and Market Hall Bakery are rolling out a mouthwatering selection of Passover and Easter specialties. Indulge ...

Spring Looms, Flowers Unfold Market Hall Salutes Big Wheel of Cheese — by Marshka Kiera — by Robert Firehock H March 28th will be Crucolo Day, the day the cheese department at Market Hall welcomes the annual arrival of a several-hundred-pound wheel of cheese imported from North- ...

By Daniel Brownstein

Market Hall to Host Chef-Author Events In a series of free “Conversations, Tastings and Book Signings” beginning June 9, The Pasta Shop at Market Hall presents three chefs discussing their recipes, techniques and new books. Come for the conversation, ...

By Roberta Klugman

Special March Holiday Menus at Market Hall by Roberta Klugman C Good News in the Hood It’s Never Too Late to Be Called to the Bar by Robin McDonnell elebrate the upcoming spring hol- idays with foods from Rockridge Market Hall. St. Patrick’s Day Menu is available Sunday, March 16, ...

...xes transformed into lovely art pieces are available for purchase. All proceeds benefit MOCHA, the Museum of Children’s Art. Presented by the Rockridge District Association (RDA), festival admission is free thanks to our generous sponsors: Market Hall; UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland; Lawton Associates Real Estate Brokerage; DHR Investment Counsel; smart car; McGuire Realty; Toast Kitchen + Bar; Grubb Co.; Barrel Room; Inside Out Design; East Bay Express; and the city of Oaklan...

Market Hall’s Epic Cheese Fest and Truffle Fest

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Market Hall Takes Action on Building an Equitable Community

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Market Hall and BART worked with an arborist to select a replacement street tree that would provide shade, aesthetic value, microclimate regulation, and visual fering from the parking lot, BART Sacks, and freeway. They were also strongly guided in the...

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co-owner of Hapuku and managing partner of Rockridge Market Hall. Proposed Changes to RCPC Bylaws Upon arrival at the Town Hall meeting, residents will be asked to vote on a small but important update to the annual election procedures — a proposed amendment to the election process as stated in Bylaws Se...

... family recipe. Currently, the buyers are working to bring additional products developed at La Cocina Incubator Kitchen in San Francisco, which assists low and very low-income entrepreneurs, women, immigrants, and people of color. How well Market Hall will be able to translate their long-term goals into specifically increasing black partic- ipation and power within the food industry is “a challenge we want to meet,” said Wilson. “We work closely with the Good Food Merchants Alliance, th...

...of purchase. Séka Hills is the first to arrive in store, with more Californians to arrive soon… the Italians to follow. Our Panettone shipments have started to arrive from Italy and some are already in store — always a cus­ tomer favorite. Market Hall will be participating in the Rockridge Holiday Fair (see page 2) on Saturday, December 7. Come on by for mulled cider, raclette and Mariage Frères Esprit de Noël Tea tastings. All holiday menus are available online at https://rockridgemark...

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On a recent walk through Market Hall Produce, Yasi Market, Safeway, and Albertson’s, I was overwhelmed with the variety of squash available to the home cook. Along with corn and beans, squash is part of the “holy trinity” of new-world foods. There is evidence of squash being ...

While wondering through Market Hall Produce and Yasai Market, I found myself drawn to all the different types of melons. So many melons, so little time. Most

7th Annual Crucolo Celebration at Rockridge Market Hall

Photos: Anna L. Marks Juliana Uruburu raises the first cut of Crucolo, sliced from the biggest wheel of cheese this side of the Mississippi, for the annual cheese celebration. Crucolo Parade, led by Rockridge Market Hall cheese buyer Alma Avalos (right) and cheesemonger Ahmad Allen (left), anchors the final Rock-n-Stroll of 2023.

...ach product and take into account how it would be used in the pantry of the home cook. There is a long list of ingredients they will not accept, mainly certain chemicals or preser- vatives, and rancid fat. Summer Thompson, an employee with Market Hall for the last eight years and a grocery buyer for the past three, emphasizes this concern. “It can take six to eight months working with a potential supplier to make sure the product will be successful with the public, as well as sustainabl...

...smerizing “Antler Dance.” Once again, the audi­ ence can join hands and become part of the delightful “Lord of the Dance.” As always, children are welcome at all performances. Pumpkin cheesecake is just one of the tempting items offered at Market Hall this holiday season. This season’s theme, “A Solstice Journey Through Time,” highlights the

= Proposed move of Curves Fitness Center from Market Hall to former site of Rockridge Rags (5709-5711 Col- lege Avenue, just south of Trader Joe’s parking lot)

Book Reading at Market Hall

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Cookbook Signings At Pasta Shop Rockridge Market Hall, 5565 College Avenue (Shafter Avenue between College and Forest) 547.4005. Recipe and ingredient tastings, and demos.

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Plan C1 proposes dividing Rockridge at Shafter/Keith (near Market Hall) and attaching the two sections to different council districts.

found that Market Hall Produce has the

Clerical Assistance Sought Busy psychologists’ office near Market Hall seeks clerical assistance. Word processing, computer skills required, ability to multi-task. 10-20 hrs weekly, hours flexible. $15/hr. Send vita to Dr. Persons via jbp@sfbacct.com.

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Wilson Associates, builders of the Market Hall and Alta Bates Showcase buildings, have bought the “cement boat” lot on College Avenue near Hudson and propose to build a one-story commercial building with three storefronts on the site.

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The Market Hall project, approved by the Commission in October, 1984, consists of a 3-story building at College and Shafter Avenues, with parking at the rear.

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the Trento Mountains. This distinct environment gives the cheese its par- ticular taste and rich aroma. n For more information, visit www. rockridgemarkethall.com/events. Lee and Patrick show off their weekly haul. BUYING? SELLING? LET ME HELP YOU With the specter of another drought year hanging over us, Scenic Streets volunteers are giving thoughtful con- sideration to some limited plantings, wi...

TOWN HALL MEETING RCPC and Oakland’s LINE 51 Brewing Company will provide samples of lager for those 21 and older. The inaugural Market Hall Foods Truffle Fest takes place Saturday, February 8, from noon to 3pm, with freshly foraged truffles from France and Italy. This free event celebrates these fragrant earthy gems and their unparalleled flavor. Taking place throughout Rockri...

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diners will have the opportunity to see the interior of the Hall. Constructed in 1926, the hall replaced a previous Masonic Hall which stood on the corner now occupied by Market Hall. Today’s Rockridge Masonic Hall is one of the most historically significant buildings on College Avenue. Among the prominent local men who founded Oakland Lodge #188 was Henry Durant, for whom Berke- ley’s Durant Street was named. Berkeley...

@ Annual Picnic with Market Hall: delicious foods, tastings, demos, music, prize wheel and photo booth. Live music on Shafter will feature Big Blu Soul Revue and the Fancy Dad rock/jazz band. Festival goers will enjoy food booths from The Cheese Counter and Delicatessen o...

the incredible variety of food stores in Market Hall. These include the nationally recognized Pasta Shop, Marin Sun Farm Butcher and recent arrival Highwire Coffee Roasters. Market Hall Bakery, Hapuku Fish and Market Hall Produce all carry top-notch products. David, at Market Hall Produce (w...

By Don Kinkead

...to 2pm. Rockridge businesses will offer Halloween-themed sales, giveaways, tastings, pop-ups, and more. For example, Ben ‘N Nick’s (5612 College Avenue) plans to hand out mini soda floats and offer happy-hour specials for adults. Rockridge Market Hall (5655 College Avenue) will unveil a “Market Hall of Horrors,” featuring ghosts, pumpkins, and a haunted hall Careful, Coming Soon! Love you might fall in 5361 Thomas Ave. Lovably Cute 2/1 Bungalow Call Daniel for details! Over 130 homes so...

By Jenny Wehrt Burnham

Shop Local at Peralta Elementary’s Makers Market by Jenny Wehrt Burnham Visit Market Hall — for Gifts, Raclette Saturdays, and More By Roberta Klugman W That’s happening at Market Hall Foods this coming holiday? Gifts, like house favorite olio nuovo — fresh, bright, and the first of the season’s new olive oil harvest. Holiday-p...

By Jenny Wehrt Burnham

day in December from noon–3pm. Check out the holiday offerings, now through New Year’s, throughout Rockridge Market Hall shops. For ordering deadlines, pickup days, holiday hours, and more visit https:// rockridgemarkethall.com/holidays. Market Hall will ship culinary gifts and baskets nationwide. n 5 2 2 7 M A N I L A A V E 5 5 3 9 B R O A D W A Y Coming So...

...the authors, books and other events: 510-653-9965 or info@ebbooksellers.com. Book Signing, Tastings, and Conversations Allison Arevalo presents her new cookbook, THE PASTA FRIDAY COOKBOOK: Let’s Eat Together, joined by the culinary team at Market Hall Foods. Sample recipes from the book; learn when and why to use fresh or dried pasta and how to sauce. Sat, Sept 28, 2 to 4pm. Market Hall Foods at Rockridge Market Hall, 5655 College Ave. More info: 510-250-6005 or rockridgemarkethall.com....

By Jenny Wehrt Burnham

...public 460 63rd Street, Oakland Located on the Peralta Elementary campus, off Alcatraz and behind the Pet Food Express on Telegraph Avenue. Follow @peraltamakers on Instagram to check out the participating vendors. ROCKRIDGE LIVING AWAITS! Market Hall cheesemonger, Calvin. Raclette Saturdays offer hot, aro- matic raclette (melted cheese) over tasty accompaniments. This event has been very popular and will continue just outside Market Hall every Satur-

...don’t have to fill out every line) • Promote “Get Out the Vote” cam- paigns across the country, including hat can small businesses do to bring about social justice? In response to the Black Lives Matter movement, the owners and managers at Market Hall have issued a six-point call to solidarity and action against police brutality and for criminal jus- tice reform. Market Hall on College Avenue has long supported community-based programs but now wants to do more. “Today’s issues have been...

And RCPC is often the first line of defense when individual residents fee] their rights are being infringed by other residents or businesses. This was the case when developers of Market Hall originally proposed a multi-unit apart- ment building with underground park- ing on what is now the Market Hall parking lot. Residents in the adjacent areca opposed this portion of the project because of the increased traffic and den- sity...

By Carol Kasparek

...stry enhances life. “I want every- body to know everything” she says of her goals. n This year, the American Cheese Society chose to give their Mer- itorious Service Award to one of their most active and dynamic members. Juliana Uruburu of Market Hall received this high honor (one of many) after a 30-year career in the cheese industry. “Her life’s mission has been to nur- ture and guide thousands of people entering the field,” noted one of the members announcing her award, “inspiring an...

By Chris Ayan

Monk’s Kettle co-owners Nat Cutler and Christian Albertson plan to create a welcoming neighborhood tavern. Rockridge Market Hall Wins Big at “Best of the East Bay” The results are in for East Bay Magazine/East Bay Express’ 2024 “Best of the East Bay.” Congratulations to Market Hall Foods and Highwire Coffee Roasters for being recognized in four categories; and our n...

put in place to help with overall safety for our neighborhood: RDA has a strong working relationship with the Oakland Police Department as well as other security personnel on the Avenue such as at Dreyer’s and at Bank of America. Market Hall has increased its security staff hours. Chad Carlin, chief security officer for Market Hall, continues to patrol streets adjacent to College Avenue. Chad has been instrumental in the apprehension of auto burglary suspects and other issues ...

By Greer Alley

5:00–5:20 p.m. – Comedy from Mario A. Montes – a popular Bay Area comedian and your favorite Marin Sun Farms' butcher! Other Activities: ➧ ➧ ➧ n 12–5 p.m. – Pumpkin Painting – FREE for the kids (or until pumpkins run out) n 12–5 p.m. Market Hall Prize Wheel – Spin for free prizes ranging from yummy food treats to Market Hall swag. n 2 - 6 p.m. – Cookbook Exchange – Bring a book, take a book! An annual fundraiser for the Rockridge Public Library. Books also available for purchase. ...

By Annette Floystrup

ri ck Ro D V Dct e oj Pr RDA Hires Holiday Security VMA Security staff will soon be walking on College Avenue. Back row, from left: Officers John Applegate, Anthony Vines, John Mayerhofer. Front row: General Manager Elizabeth Caprini, Market Hall Security Officer Chad Karli, Officer Khalil Poole. by Chris Jackson, RDA operations manager Once again, the Rockridge District Association (RDA), will be hiring V.M.A. Security to provide ambassador service to College Avenue during the hol...

By Joan Sautter

an hour a week, taking on a regular pickup and delivery assignment once a week. Daily Bread can alway use new volunteers and currently we are in need of several vol- unteers for the Market Hall “run.” If you can spare this time and are interested in participating in this worthwhile food recy- cling program, we would love to connect with you. Anyone interested should call Patrice Ignelzi, the program coordinator, at 510/526-3123 (...

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...to 2 p.m. Sunday, October 28. Participating merchants will host trick- or-treating along both sides of the avenue from Alcatraz to Broadway. Highlights include the Haunted Church, the Pumpkin Patch at Eddie’s Liquors, and a fire truck near Market Hall. To join the costumed procession, meet at Halloween Central in front of the College Avenue Presbyterian Church, 5951 College Avenue, at 11:45 a.m. At noon, we’ll kick off trick-or-treating, leading the first group along College Avenue. At ...

coordinate with you directly. replaced a previous Masonic Hall which stood on the corner now occupied by Market Hall. Among the prominent local men who helped found Masonic Lodge #188 was Henry Durant, the founding president of the University of California and a mayor of Oakland. Later, Oakland Lodge #188 and Berkeley Lodge #288 merged with Rockridge Lod...

...ned. I understand that recycling today is very challenging — especially since our main recycling resources have been eliminated. We can no longer easily ship our problematic plastics to Annual Cheese Parade Goes Virtual — By Marshka Kiera, Market Hall Marketing Manager M California College of The Arts Celebrates Its 2020 Class In a Digital Showcase Oany Rockridge customers look forward to the annual Crucolo Cheese Parade celebration at Rock- ridge Market Hall. The event, usually held in...