The Voice of East Bay Living

  House pick of the week - 284 the Uplands.  This is a great example of a restored estate in the Claremont neighborhood. It highlights, space, details and sophistication. It has 6 bedrooms, 6.5 baths including a separate guest cottage and apartment. The sprawling gardens are full of blooming trees, artistic accents and plants. List price is $5,125,000 Open this Sunday.

MICHELIN Restaurant Pick of the week - Atelier Crenn - established by Dominique Crenn in 2011. Located at 3127 Filmore in the Cow Hollow neighborhood of San Francisco. Dominique is the only female chef in the United States to receive a 3 star Michelin award. The four hour twelve course dinner is truly a personal tour of a culinary museum at your own private table .The menu is a wonderful balance of artistry, technical ability and taste with the creative combination of beauty and elegance. The staff creates a most welcoming atmosphere in the relaxed environment. They are your guides, skillfully describing each dish and ingredients. . They take you on a private tour of the main kitchen and the pastry kitchen. The last stop is Bar Crenn ,reflecting the sensory ambiance of a French wine bar. Here you casually taste 6 different desserts and receive a gift of chocolates. Dominique Crenn has been on CBS,Chef’s Table, and has numerous YouTube Videos. Please check them out - they are very insp

  Out & About Pick of the week - Lake Temescal - Enjoy the walking paths, peaceful lake and the birds. The lake is stocked weekly and allows fishing. There are lots of catch if the pelicans don’t get there first.

  A taste of spring - for a quick infusion of spring stop by the Japanese Tea house in Piedmont located at 711 Highland Ave. This hidden gem was built in 1907 and was a replica of the late 15th century Silver Pavilion in Kyoto. It is surrounded by majestic redwoods and a variety of spring blossoms. Yes, you can take a few minutes to pause and soak in some natural beauty!

 

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