Event: Oakland Restaurant Week Industry Night
Date: March 4, 2024
Location: Bocanova, Oakland
Photos (32): Andrew Weaver Photography (4-31)
Visit Oakland launched Oakland Restaurant Week with Industry Night at Bocanova Restaurant. It was a memorable evening of cuisine, wine and wonderful connections. Attendees celebrated their colleagues and the businesses that nourish The Town, in support of the non-profit beneficiary Community Kitchens and their mission to “Help Feed All Oaklanders.”
The evening was emceed by Liam Mayclem, KCBS Radio Foodie Chap with bites from celebrated Oakland chefs:
- Host Chef Rick Hackett of Bocanova
- Chef Dirk Tolsma of Acre
- Chef Charles Farrier of Crumble & Whisk
- Chef Intu-On Kornnawong of Jo’s Modern Thai
- Chef Priscilla Przygocki of MAMA Oakland
- Chef Juan Hormiga of Parche
- Chef Imani Greer of Roasted & Raw
- Chef Nelson German of Sobre Mesa & alaMar Kitchen and Bar
Guests enjoyed a live set by DJ Christie James, 80s + @ 103.7 and PRIDE Radio of iHeartMedia and music by West Coast Caravan Trio while sipping wine from E. & J. Gallo Winery, cocktails by Basil Hayden and Fluid510, beer by Dokkaebier, non-alcoholic beverages, coffee from Mr Espresso and desserts by Bocanova and Crumble & Whisk.
Launched in 2010, Oakland Restaurant Week is an annual dining promotion presented by Visit Oakland, a non-profit organization marketing Oakland, California as a travel destination. The 10-day celebration highlights the flavors of Oakland and is designed to support local establishments, enticing diners with menu offerings and experiences made available only during the 10 days from March 14-24, 2024.
“Oakland restaurant week is an amazing time to experience The Town’s vibrant culinary scene” commented Peter Gamez, President and CEO of Visit Oakland. “With talented chefs creating award-winning global cuisine, visitors and locals can definitely satisfy their appetite in Oakland. We encourage people to take advantage of our hotel offers, stay awhile, and enjoy all there is to do in The Town.” More…
