Charlie's Chocolate Factory

Chocophiles will have a field day devouring free samples at Emeryville's Charles Chocolates factory — the only artisanal chocolate factory in the country to offer tours.

Why Chinatown Looks This Way

Walk through Chinatown and you'll see theatrical canopies and pagodas everywhere, built for a specific reason: Self preservation. Photos | Map | Chinese New Year parade

Berkeley's Art Alley

The Berkeley Rep, the Aurora Theater Company, the Jazz School — you'll find Berkeley's downtown arts district humming along Addison Street.

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Neighborhoods

Fox Theater, The Sequel

Fox Theater, The Sequel

Newly reopened movie palace brings big-name performers, architectural elegance and urban renewal to Oaktown.

What To Do

Go For A Slide

Go For A Slide

Ready for some deep-seated fun? We've found the five best neighborhood slides in the Bay Area.

Where To Eat & Drink

Dosa

Dosa

Walking into the new Dosa, which serves the bold flavors of Southern India, feels like entering a bazaar.

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Where To Stay

Bite-Size Luxury

Bite-Size Luxury

From leopard-print pajamas to monogrammed toilet paper, luxe touches abound in the Palomar Hotel's tiny rooms.

Best Of The Bay

Best Dim Sum

Best Dim Sum

Har gau, siu mai, egg custard tarts — we've scoured the local dim sum scene to find your best bets for a weekend treat.

Top 6 Dessert Destinations

Top 6 Dessert Destinations

Grand Marnier souffles at Cafe Jaqueline, warm zabaglione at Cucina....who needs a diet anyway?


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