Sconehenge offers the traditional tea scone — and a range of twists
The 26-year-old Sconehenge bakery and cafe are now owned by employees, many of whom have worked there 10 to 20 years.
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A community for moms, and moms for community
These Berkeley businesses enable moms to build community with each other and also shape community for their…
Rasa Mott unites his local roots and world travels in South Berkeley cafe
The charming Rasa Caffe serves hand-crafted chai teas, steamed rose milk, specialty coffees — and pastries worth…
Open-air dining brings revenue to restaurants and a festive spirit to streets
September 17, 2021 BERKELEYSIDE — A year and a half ago, the streets of Berkeley were unusually quiet, as people…
Finding beauty amidst the pandemic
June 18, 2021 BERKELEYSIDE — After a grand jury opted not to indict the police officer who shot and killed…
Connection and craft enable Berkeley women entrepreneurs to flourish during the pandemic
November 20, 2020 BERKELEYSIDE — The end of November typically marks the beginning of holiday season, when…
Black-owned businesses in Berkeley demonstrate the city’s economic resilience
June 26, 2020 BERKELEYSIDE — This year’s Juneteenth arrived amid mass protests against systemic racism and…
Small Business Week may be postponed, but Berkeley businesses keep innovating
May 6, 2020 BERKELEYSIDE — As the federal government postpones Small Business Week (usually the first…
Berkeley business innovations enable residents to spoil themselves while sheltering
April 21, 2020 BERKELEYSIDE — Eateries in Berkeley are finding creative solutions to build community and attract…
South Berkeley creative studio has become a community hub and protest sign-making machine
July 6, 2020 BERKELEYSIDE — When the country erupted in protest after the death of George Floyd on May 25, Abby…