She was chosen to be included in the "Operation Smile" program.

The Oakland chef's Central Texas-style barbecue has gained a huge local following.

The two-day art, music, and dance festival is all Oakland.

With his multi-instrumental prowess the San Francisco-born musician is often referred to as a double threat, but that’s selling him short. He’s also an arranger, composer, and now he’s a recording leader, too.

The annual celebration in Berkeley is a family-friendly kite-oriented event geared toward newbies and pros.

The critic and the personality get the star treatment in Rob Garver’s affectionate documentary, What She Said: The Art of Pauline Kael, which has its Bay Area premiere in the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival.

Robert “Odie” Brown comes into his own inside and outside the ring.

Geana Sieburger’s aprons, smocks, jumpsuits, and reusable coffee filters are beautiful inside and out.

A big family with even bigger celebrations goes for a remodel that turns a small, cramped space into something grand.